ROCKVILLE, Md. and SUZHOU, China, Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascentage Pharma Group International (NASDAQ: AAPG; HKEX: 6855) (“Ascentage Pharma” or the “Company”), a global, commercial stage, integrated biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery, development and commercialization of novel, differentiated therapies to address unmet medical needs in cancer, announced today that the Company’s management is scheduled to participate in three upcoming investor conferences in December 2025. Piper Sa ...

ROCKVILLE, Md. and SUZHOU, China, Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascentage Pharma Group International (NASDAQ: AAPG; HKEX: 6855) (“Ascentage Pharma” or the “Company”), a global, commercial stage, integrated biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery, development and commercialization of novel, differentiated therapies to address unmet medical needs in cancer, announced today that the Company’s management is scheduled to participate in three upcoming investor conferences in December 2025. Piper Sa ...

Core Viewpoint - Ascentage Pharma Group International is actively participating in investor conferences in November 2025, highlighting its ongoing commitment to engage with the investment community and showcase its innovative biopharmaceutical pipeline [1][7]. Company Overview - Ascentage Pharma is a global, commercial stage, integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing novel therapies for unmet medical needs in cancer [2][5]. - The company has developed a rich pipeline of innovative drug products, including inhibitors targeting key apoptotic pathway proteins and next-generation kinase inhibitors [2]. Product Pipeline - The first approved product, Olverembatinib, is a third-generation BCR-ABL1 inhibitor for chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) patients with specific mutations and is included in the China National Reimbursement Drug List [3]. - Olverembatinib is currently undergoing registrational Phase III trials, including POLARIS-2 for CML and POLARIS-1 and POLARIS-3 for other leukemia types [3]. - The second approved product, Lisaftoclax, is a Bcl-2 inhibitor for hematologic malignancies, with multiple global registrational Phase III trials ongoing [4]. Collaborations and Partnerships - Ascentage Pharma has established a portfolio of global intellectual property rights and formed partnerships with leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, including Takeda, AstraZeneca, Merck, and Pfizer [5]. - The company collaborates with prominent research institutions such as Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Mayo Clinic to enhance its research and development capabilities [5].

Core Viewpoint - Ascentage Pharma Group International is actively participating in investor conferences in November 2025, highlighting its ongoing commitment to engage with the investment community and showcase its innovative biopharmaceutical pipeline [1][7]. Company Overview - Ascentage Pharma is a global, commercial stage, integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing novel therapies for unmet medical needs in cancer [2][5]. - The company has developed a rich pipeline of innovative drug products, including inhibitors targeting key apoptotic pathway proteins and next-generation kinase inhibitors [2]. Product Pipeline - The first approved product, Olverembatinib, is a third-generation BCR-ABL1 inhibitor for chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) patients with specific mutations and is included in the China National Reimbursement Drug List [3]. - Olverembatinib is currently undergoing registrational Phase III trials for CML and other leukemia types [3]. - The second approved product, Lisaftoclax, is a Bcl-2 inhibitor for hematologic malignancies, with multiple global registrational Phase III trials ongoing [4]. Research and Development - Ascentage Pharma has established a robust R&D capability and holds a portfolio of global intellectual property rights [5]. - The company has formed partnerships with leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, enhancing its research and development efforts [5].

Core Viewpoint - Ascentage Pharma Group International is actively participating in several investor conferences in October 2025, highlighting its ongoing commitment to engage with investors and stakeholders in the biopharmaceutical sector [1][7]. Company Overview - Ascentage Pharma is a global, commercial stage, integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing novel therapies for unmet medical needs in cancer [2][5]. - The company has developed a robust pipeline of innovative drug products, including inhibitors targeting key apoptotic pathway proteins and next-generation kinase inhibitors [2]. Product Portfolio - The first approved product, Olverembatinib, is a third-generation BCR-ABL1 inhibitor for chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) patients with specific mutations and is included in the China National Reimbursement Drug List [3]. - The second approved product, Lisaftoclax, is a Bcl-2 inhibitor for various hematologic malignancies, with multiple global registrational Phase III trials currently underway [4]. Research and Development - Ascentage Pharma has established a strong R&D capability and has built a portfolio of global intellectual property rights [5]. - The company has formed partnerships with leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, including Takeda, AstraZeneca, Merck, and Pfizer, as well as collaborations with prominent research institutions [5].

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy-A" investment rating to the company, with a 6-month target price of 93.12 HKD [4][6]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of 234 million RMB and a net profit loss of 591 million RMB for the first half of 2025. The sales of Aorebatin continued to grow, with a 93% increase in revenue from 113 million RMB in the first half of 2024 to 217 million RMB in the first half of 2025 [2]. - The approval of Lisaftoclax in China is expected to provide a new revenue source, with multiple clinical trials progressing rapidly [3]. - The company anticipates revenues of 520 million RMB, 2.78 billion RMB, and 1.57 billion RMB for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with net profits projected at -1.04 billion RMB, 700 million RMB, and -520 million RMB for the same years [4]. Financial Performance Summary - Revenue for 2023 was 221.98 million RMB, projected to increase to 980.65 million RMB in 2024, and then to 519.81 million RMB in 2025, followed by 2.78 billion RMB in 2026 and 1.57 billion RMB in 2027 [9]. - The net profit for 2023 was -926.79 million RMB, expected to improve to -405.40 million RMB in 2024, and then to -1.04 billion RMB in 2025, with a forecasted profit of 696.27 million RMB in 2026 and a loss of 520.65 million RMB in 2027 [13]. - The company’s gross margin is expected to remain around 90% from 2025 to 2034, indicating strong profitability potential [10]. Clinical Development Pipeline - Aorebatin is undergoing multiple clinical trials, including the POLARIS-3, POLARIS-2, and POLARIS-1 studies, which are progressing smoothly [2]. - Lisaftoclax has received NMPA approval for treating adult CLL/SLL patients who have undergone prior treatment, with several global clinical trials also in progress [3].

Core Viewpoint - Ascentage Pharma Group International is actively participating in investor conferences in September 2025 to discuss its advancements in biopharmaceuticals, particularly in cancer therapies [1][8]. Company Overview - Ascentage Pharma is a global, commercial stage, integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing novel therapies for unmet medical needs in cancer [3][4]. - The company has developed a rich pipeline of innovative drug products, including inhibitors targeting key proteins in the apoptotic pathway and next-generation kinase inhibitors [3][4]. Product Pipeline - The first approved product, Olverembatinib, is a third-generation BCR-ABL1 inhibitor for treating chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) with T315I mutations and is included in China's National Reimbursement Drug List [4]. - Olverembatinib is currently undergoing registrational Phase III trials, including POLARIS-2 for CML and POLARIS-1 and POLARIS-3 for other specific patient groups [4]. - The second approved product, Lisaftoclax, is a Bcl-2 inhibitor for various hematologic malignancies and has been approved for chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma (CLL/SLL) patients who have received prior systemic therapy [5]. - Lisaftoclax is involved in four global registrational Phase III trials, including studies in combination with BTK inhibitors and for newly diagnosed patients [5]. Research and Development - Ascentage Pharma has established a robust R&D capability and holds a portfolio of global intellectual property rights [6]. - The company has formed partnerships with leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, including Takeda, AstraZeneca, Merck, and Pfizer, as well as collaborations with prominent research institutions [6].

Core Insights - Ascentage Pharma reported strong business momentum in the first half of 2025, with a 93% year-over-year growth in Olverembatinib sales to $30.3 million, driven by expanded NRDL coverage in China [2][6][7] - The approval of Lisaftoclax in July 2025 marks a significant milestone as the first Bcl-2 inhibitor approved for CLL/SLL treatment in China, with commercial sales commencing shortly after [2][13] - The company has a robust pipeline with nine registrational clinical trials ongoing, including three cleared by the FDA, demonstrating its commitment to innovative cancer therapies [2][3] Financial Performance - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was $32.6 million, a decrease of 71.6% compared to $113.4 million in the same period of 2024, primarily due to the absence of intellectual property revenue recorded in 2024 [12] - Product sales of Olverembatinib increased by 92.5% on a constant currency basis, contributing significantly to the overall revenue [12] - The company reported a loss of $82.5 million for the first half of 2025, compared to a profit of $22.4 million in the same period of 2024, with a loss per share of $0.24 [19] Commercial and Clinical Developments - Olverembatinib is the first third-generation BCR-ABL1 TKI approved in China for CML treatment, with ongoing evaluations for additional indications [3][28] - Lisaftoclax is being evaluated in multiple registrational Phase III trials for various hematologic malignancies, including CLL/SLL and AML [9][29] - The company completed a financing round in July 2025, raising $190.1 million in net proceeds, enhancing its financial position to support commercialization and development efforts [2][21] Operational Metrics - The number of pharmacies and hospitals where Olverembatinib is available increased by 17% to 782, with a notable 47% increase in hospitals to 295 as of June 30, 2025 [7] - Selling and distribution expenses rose by 53.7% to $19.2 million, reflecting increased commercialization efforts for Olverembatinib and preparations for Lisaftoclax [14] - Research and development expenses increased by 19.0% to $73.8 million, driven by ongoing global clinical trials [15]

Core Viewpoint - The company’s core product, Lisaftoclax, demonstrated excellent efficacy in patients who were resistant to venetoclax, with an overall response rate (ORR) of 31.8% in 22 evaluable patients and 80% in 15 CMML patients, indicating strong potential for future clinical and international development [1][2]. Event - On June 3, 2025, the company announced the presentation of oral data on Lisaftoclax for patients who failed venetoclax treatment at the ASCO conference [1]. Efficacy Summary - In a study of 28 patients previously treated with venetoclax, 22 evaluable patients showed an ORR of 31.8%, with 22.8% achieving complete response (CR) or complete response with incomplete blood count recovery (Cri). Additionally, in 15 evaluable CMML patients, the ORR was 80%, with 40% achieving CR [1]. - Among 22 evaluable R/R MDS/CMML patients, the ORR was 50%, with 27.3% achieving CR and 18.2% achieving marrow CR [1]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates accelerated global commercialization, with core products expected to enter the U.S. market between 2026 and 2027. The commercial launch of Venetoclax is expected to further increase in 2025 as its indications expand [2]. - The POLARIS-2 clinical trial for Venetoclax is expected to be completed in 2026, with an NDA submission planned for the same year, potentially leading to U.S. market entry [2]. - The GLORA clinical trial for APG-2575 is expected to complete in 2027, with subsequent NDA submission and potential U.S. market launch [2]. Revenue Forecast and Investment Suggestion - The company has established multiple product pipelines in hematological malignancies and solid tumors, with significant revenue growth expected from international product launches and upfront payments. Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are 588 million, 883 million, and 1.324 billion respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of -40%, 50%, and 50% [2].

Core Insights - Ascentage Pharma announced that 13 studies of its key assets will be presented at the 2025 European Hematology Association Annual Congress in Milan, Italy, from June 12-15, 2025 [1][2] Group 1: Company Overview - Ascentage Pharma is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on addressing unmet medical needs in cancers, with a rich pipeline of innovative drug candidates [9] - The lead asset, olverembatinib, is the first novel third-generation BCR-ABL1 inhibitor approved in China for specific types of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) [10] - The second lead asset, lisaftoclax, is a novel Bcl-2 inhibitor for treating various hematologic malignancies, with an NDA accepted for priority review in China [11] Group 2: Research Presentations - The congress will feature an oral presentation on integrating genomic and transcriptomic insights for predicting responses in patients with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) [3] - Multiple poster presentations will include studies on the combination of olverembatinib with other therapies for newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL) [4][5] - Online publications will cover various studies, including the efficacy and safety of olverembatinib in relapsed and persistent minimal residual disease positive Ph+ ALL patients [6][8]