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Moderna Files FDA Application for the LP.8.1 Targeting COVID-19 Vaccine

1. Moderna submitted Spikevax 2025-2026 formula for FDA review. 2. Targeting SARS-CoV-2 variant LP.8.1 as per FDA guidance. 3. Moderna is a leader in mRNA medicine and vaccine technology. 4. The company has faced some safety concerns with its vaccines. 5. Forward-looking statements suggest uncertainty in future results.

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Moderna's regulatory submission shows continued innovation and responsiveness to market needs. Similar past submissions led to approval and stock spikes.

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The submission of a new vaccine could significantly affect Moderna's market position and financial results.

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The FDA review process will likely yield results in the near term, impacting stock performance more immediately.

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Moderna, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRNA) today announced that it has submitted an application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for review of its Spikevax 2025-2026 formula, targeting the SARS-CoV-2 variant LP.8.1. The submission is based on guidance from the U.S. FDA, which advised that COVID-19 vaccines should be updated to a monovalent JN.1 lineage, with a preference for the LP.8.1 variant.About ModernaModerna is a leader in the creation of the field of mRNA medicine. Through the advancement of mRNA technology, Moderna is reimagining how medicines are made and transforming how we treat and prevent disease for everyone. By working at the intersection of science, technology and health for more than a decade, the company has developed medicines at unprecedented speed and efficiency, including one of the earliest and most effective COVID-19 vaccines.
Moderna's mRNA platform has enabled the development of therapeutics and vaccines for infectious diseases, immuno-oncology, rare diseases and autoimmune diseases. With a unique culture and a global team driven by the Moderna values and mindsets to responsibly change the future of human health, Moderna strives to deliver the greatest possible impact to people through mRNA medicines. For more information about Moderna, please visit modernatx.com and connect with us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.AUTHORIZED USE IN THE U.S.INDICATION (U.S.)SPIKEVAX (COVID-19 Vaccine, mRNA) is a vaccine indicated for active immunization to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in individuals 12 years of age and older.IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONContraindicationsDo not administer SPIKEVAX to individuals with a known history of severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) to any component of SPIKEVAX.Warnings and PrecautionsManagement of Acute Allergic Reactions: Appropriate medical treatment to manage immediate allergic reactions must be immediately available in the event an acute anaphylactic reaction occurs following administration of SPIKEVAX.Myocarditis and Pericarditis: Post marketing data demonstrate increased risks of myocarditis and pericarditis, particularly within the first week following vaccination. The observed risk is highest in males 18 years through 24 years of age.Syncope (fainting): May occur in association with administration of injectable vaccines, including SPIKEVAX. Procedures should be in place to avoid injury from fainting.Altered Immunocompetence: Immunocompromised persons, including individuals receiving immunosuppressive therapy, may have a diminished response to SPIKEVAX.Limitations of Vaccine Effectiveness: SPIKEVAX may not protect all vaccine recipients.Adverse ReactionsThe most commonly reported (≥10%) adverse reactions following any dose in any indicated patient population were pain at the injection site, headache, fatigue, myalgia, chills, arthralgia, axillary swelling/tenderness, nausea/vomiting, swelling at the injection site, erythema at the injection site, and fever.Reporting Adverse Events and Vaccine Administration ErrorsThe vaccination provider is responsible for mandatory reporting of certain adverse events to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) online at https://vaers.hhs.gov/reportevent.html or by calling 1-800-822-7967.Please see the SPIKEVAX Full Prescribing Information.Please see the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers Administering Vaccine for more information.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, including statements regarding: Moderna's regulatory submission to the U.S. FDA for its Spikevax 2025-2026 formula, including the potential for approval in the U.S. The forward-looking statements in this press release are neither promises nor guarantees, and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond Moderna's control and which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. These risks, uncertainties, and other factors include, among others, those risks and uncertainties described under the heading "Risk Factors" in Moderna's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, and in subsequent filings made by Moderna with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Except as required by law, Moderna disclaims any intention or responsibility for updating or revising any forward-looking statements contained in this press release in the event of new information, future developments or otherwise. These forward-looking statements are based on Moderna's current expectations and speak only as of the date of this press release.Moderna ContactsMedia:Chris RidleyGlobal Head of Media Relations+1 617-800-3651[email protected]Investors:Lavina TalukdarSenior Vice President & Head of Investor Relations+1 617-209-5834[email protected]SOURCE: Moderna, Inc.

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