Novartis' late-stage pelacarsen trial failed to deliver cardiovascular benefits, intensifying questions around the Lp(a) drug race. While Amgen and Lilly face read-through risk, the results may still sharpen focus on deeper Lp(a) reductions like Amgen's olpasiran. Near-term stock moves reflect uncertainty, but longer-term value hinges on forthcoming readouts and market adoption.
Britain's MHRA suspended Tavneos for new patients after deeming the pivotal study supporting its approval unreliable. The move introduces regulatory risk to Amgen's rare-disease portfolio and could dent near-term UK sales. The development may prompt further scrutiny by other regulators and require new data to restore Tavneos' commercial outlook in the UK and potentially beyond.
Amgen reported a 9% second-quarter revenue increase led by Repatha and Evenity, underscoring resilience of core franchises. The company also highlighted MariTide, its experimental weight-loss program, as a potential long-term growth driver, though no results are yet disclosed. The mix suggests steady near-term cash flow with optionality from pipeline expansion.
A federal judge blocked Colorado from capping Enbrel's price, a landmark ruling against state price-controls. The decision may reduce near-term pricing pressure on Amgen's blockbuster arthritis drug and deter similar measures in other states. The ruling keeps Enbrel’s pricing dynamics more predictable in the U.S. reimbursement landscape, potentially supporting Amgen's revenue stability.
The New England Journal of Medicine retracted a pivotal trial article that supported approval of Amgen's rare-disease drug, citing altered patient outcome data and unblinded researchers. The move introduces data integrity and regulatory-review risk that could affect the drug's approval trajectory and investor confidence. Expect near-term AMGN volatility as regulators and researchers reassess the underlying evidence.
The European Medicines Agency has recommended revoking Amgen's Tavneos EU marketing authorization, saying benefits do not outweigh risks. This regulatory setback could weigh on Amgen's EU vasculitis sales and raise questions about Tavneos' overall value. The outcome may pressure Amgen's valuations until a resolution or alternative strategy emerges.