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The announcement of meaningful efficacy signals in Phase IIb, durability data, and a clear 1H 2027 registration pathway triggered a strong premarket surge (~72%), suggesting traders price imminent near-term catalysts; history shows similar small-cap biotech data drops often lead to sharp moves followed by volatility as events unfold.
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Phase IIb data show meaningful hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata with a favorable safety profile. In Part B, mean SALT reduction at Week 36 was 35.3%, with 40% SALT-20 and 44% SALT-30/50 responses, including severe and very severe cases. The extension study supports maintenance dosing, and the company targets a registration-directed program in 1H 2027, prompting a sharp premarket rally.
Bempikibart shows meaningful hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata. Safety profile remains favorable.
Week 36 SALT reduction averaged 35.3%; SALT-20 40%; SALT-30/50 44%.
Open-label extension shows durability; 8 patients re-treated with maintained results.
Q32 Bio stock up 71.9% premarket to $19.27.
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