Ivonescimab data at ASCO boosts Summit's mCRC expansion prospects
May 30, 2026, 8:04 AM EDT2 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Strong ORR/DCR signals and durable responses in a difficult MSS mCRC setting; immediate readthrough to Phase III strategy and HARMONi-GI3 could attract buyers, though execution risk remains until Phase III data materializes.
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Summit Therapeutics and Akeso reported Phase II AK112-206 results in first-line MSS metastatic colorectal cancer showing an ORR of 70.8% and a DCR of 100% when ivonescimab is combined with mFOLFOX6. The 20 mg/kg dose delivered more durable responses, with a 9-month PFS of 76.1% and a DOR of 79.1%. Safety remains manageable, with 20.4% serious TRAEs and no ivonescimab-related deaths, supporting further Phase III exploration via HARMONi-GI3.
Ivonescimab with mFOLFOX6 yields 70.8% ORR and 100% DCR in MSS mCRC.
20 mg/kg arm shows longer durability; 9-month PFS at 76.1%.
Safety is acceptable; 20.4% serious TRAEs; no ivonescimab-related deaths.
HARMONi-GI3 Phase III CRC trial highlighted as ASCO TiP.
Ivonescimab is a PD-1/VEGF bispecific with potential multi-tumor expansion.
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