After a challenging period, bispecific antibodies (bsAbs) are making a comeback in hematology as they become a prominent drug class and a major threat to CARs. Continue reading
Bracing for a hematology faceoff: CARs vs. bispecifics
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Avalanche Biotech – approaching the moment of truth
In a field characterized by binary “make or break” events, Avalanche Biotechnologies (AAVL) is a poster child. The company derives the majority of its valuation ($819M) from AVA-101, a gene therapy treatment for wet AMD (age-related macular degeneration) currently in phase 2. Top line results are expected within 1-2 months and should have a dramatic impact on the stock as well as the entire ophthalmology industry. Continue reading
Biotech portfolio update – Three readouts and an acquisition
There was a lot of activity in my coverage universe in the last two weeks, including positive data readouts for three companies and an acquisition announcement. However, of the four cases, only two resulted in share appreciation.
Ambit – To keep or not to keep (the CVR)
Two weeks ago, Ambit (AMBI) agreed to be acquired by Daiichi Sankyo in a deal that included a $15 upfront payment and $4.5 in Contingent Value Right (CVR) per share. The CVR represents a milestone-like mechanism in which Ambit’s shareholders may eventually get additional payments equal to 30% of the initial purchase price. Continue reading
