CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Feb. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDGL) today announced that the company will participate in the TD Cowen 46th Annual Health Care Conference on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 2:30 P.M. ET. The presentation will be webcast live and may be accessed here or by visiting Madrigal’s Investor Relations Events page. A replay of the webcast will be available after the event. About Madrigal PharmaceuticalsMadrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDGL) is a biopharm ...

Key Takeaways MDGL posted a Q4 loss of $2.57 per share as operating expenses surged sharply.Rezdiffra sales drove $321.1M in Q4 revenues, beating estimates on strong demand.Madrigal ended 2025 with $958.4M in sales as phase III studies advance toward full approval.Madrigal Pharmaceuticals (MDGL) reported a fourth-quarter 2025 loss of $2.57 per share, in contrast to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of earnings of 4 cents. The large difference is mainly due to a significant rise in operating expenses. In the same ...

4Q25 Financial Results Feb. 19, 2026 NASDAQ: MDGL © 2026 Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. All rights reserved. Forward-looking Statements This presentation includes "forward-looking statements" made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that are based on Madrigal's beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to it but are subject to factors beyond its control. Forward-looking statements reflect management's current knowledge, assumpt ...

Fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 Rezdiffra® (resmetirom) net sales of $321.1 million and $958.4 million, respectively As of year-end 2025, more than 36,250 patients on Rezdiffra Built industry-leading MASH pipeline with more than 10 programs at multiple stages of developmentReports cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and marketable securities of $988.6 million as of Dec. 31, 2025Company to host conference call today, Feb. 19, 2026, at 8 a.m. EST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Madr ...

Core Insights - Ribo Life Science and Ribocure Pharmaceuticals have entered into an exclusive global licensing agreement with Madrigal Pharmaceuticals for six pre-clinical siRNA programs targeting metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) [1] - The collaboration will leverage Ribo's GalSTARTM platform to develop novel treatments for MASH, with options to expand into new siRNA programs [1] - Ribo will receive an upfront payment of US$60 million, with potential cumulative payments reaching US$4.4 billion based on milestone achievements, along with royalties on net sales [1] Company Overview - Suzhou Ribo Life Science Co., Ltd. is focused on developing nucleic acid drugs based on RNA interference technology, with a strong product pipeline aimed at addressing serious diseases with unmet medical needs [1] - Ribocure Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of Ribo, is dedicated to the global development of life-saving oligonucleotide therapies and innovative capacities for clinical trials [1] Industry Context - MASH is a serious liver disease that can lead to severe complications, including cirrhosis and liver cancer, and is a leading cause of liver transplantation [1] - The prevalence of MASH is increasing, with a significant rise in diagnosed patients expected, particularly those with moderate to advanced fibrosis [1] - Madrigal Pharmaceuticals has developed Rezdiffra, the first medication approved for treating MASH with moderate to advanced fibrosis, highlighting the high unmet medical need in this area [1]

Core Viewpoint - Madrigal Pharmaceuticals has entered an exclusive global license agreement with Suzhou Ribo Life Science for six preclinical small interfering RNA (siRNA) programs aimed at treating metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) [1][6] Company Overview - Madrigal Pharmaceuticals is focused on developing novel therapeutics for MASH, a liver disease with significant unmet medical needs [14] - The company’s lead product, Rezdiffra (resmetirom), is the first medication approved for MASH with moderate to advanced fibrosis [14] - Madrigal's pipeline now includes over 10 programs targeting various drivers of MASH, with Rezdiffra serving as the foundational therapy [2][3] Research and Development Strategy - The R&D strategy emphasizes innovative compounds targeting validated mechanisms of disease to improve patient outcomes [2] - siRNAs are highlighted for their precision in gene silencing, potentially complementing the effects of Rezdiffra [3][5] - The company plans to initiate IND-enabling activities for initial siRNA candidates in 2026 [5] Financial Aspects - Ribo will receive an upfront payment of $60 million, with potential cumulative payments reaching $4.4 billion based on milestone achievements, in addition to royalties on net sales [6] Market Context - MASH is a leading cause of liver transplantation, particularly among women, and is rapidly growing in prevalence [7][9] - Patients with moderate to advanced liver fibrosis face significantly higher risks of liver-related mortality, underscoring the urgency for effective treatments [8] Product Information - Rezdiffra is prescribed alongside diet and exercise for adults with MASH and is currently undergoing studies to confirm its clinical benefits [10]

Core Viewpoint - Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is set to release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results on February 19, 2026, prior to the opening of U.S. financial markets [1] Company Overview - Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a liver disease with significant unmet medical needs [3] - The company's medication, Rezdiffra (resmetirom), is a once-daily, oral, liver-directed THR-β agonist aimed at addressing key underlying causes of MASH [3] - Rezdiffra is the first and only medication approved by both the FDA and European Commission for treating MASH with moderate to advanced fibrosis (F2 to F3) [3] - An ongoing Phase 3 outcomes trial is currently evaluating Rezdiffra for the treatment of compensated MASH cirrhosis (F4c) [3]

Core Insights - Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has granted an equity award to Rita Thakkar, the new Chief Accounting Officer, as part of its 2025 Inducement Plan [1][2] - The equity award includes 2,398 time-based restricted stock units and options to purchase 1,826 shares of common stock, with an exercise price of $495.88 per share [2] - Madrigal focuses on developing therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), with its medication Rezdiffra being the first approved treatment for MASH with moderate to advanced fibrosis [3] Group 1 - The equity award was approved by Madrigal's Board of Directors in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) [1] - Options vesting schedule includes 25% on the first anniversary and 6.25% quarterly thereafter, while restricted stock units vest in four equal installments over four years [2] - Rezdiffra is a once-daily, oral, liver-directed THR-β agonist targeting key causes of MASH, with ongoing trials for compensated MASH cirrhosis [3]

This presentation includes "forward-looking statements" made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that are based on Madrigal's beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to it but are subject to factors beyond its control. Forward-looking statements reflect management's current knowledge, assumptions, judgment and expectations regarding future performance or events. Forward-looking statements include all statements that are not h ...

Core Insights - Madrigal Pharmaceuticals has acquired exclusive global rights to ervogastat from Pfizer, enhancing its pipeline for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) [1][6] - Ervogastat is a mid-stage, oral DGAT-2 inhibitor that reduces liver triglyceride levels and inflammation [1][5] - Madrigal's shares have increased by 69.3% over the past year, significantly outperforming the industry growth of 4.6% [1] Company Developments - The acquisition of ervogastat aims to develop combination therapies with Madrigal's approved therapy, Rezdiffra, to improve clinical outcomes and commercial potential for MASH treatment [3][6] - Rezdiffra is already approved in the U.S. for adult patients with noncirrhotic MASH with moderate-to-advanced liver fibrosis [4][7] Clinical Efficacy - In a phase II study, ervogastat showed significant efficacy, with 72% of patients achieving a 30% reduction in liver fat and 61% achieving a 50% reduction [5][6] - The treatment was well tolerated, and improvements in liver enzymes and stiffness were observed [5] Future Plans - Madrigal plans to conduct a drug-to-drug interaction study with Rezdiffra and consult the FDA for a phase II combination study [7][8] - The combination of ervogastat and Rezdiffra is expected to provide greater benefits due to their distinct mechanisms [8] Financial Aspects - Madrigal will make a $50 million upfront payment to Pfizer, with additional milestone and royalty payments contingent on successful development and commercialization of ervogastat [9]