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GSK Collaborates with Empirico to Advance EMP-012 Across Inflammatory Respiratory Diseases

Shots: GSK has entered into a worldwide exclusive license agreement with Empirico to develop & commercialize EMP-012 As per the deal,Empirico will lead P-I development of EMP-012, following which GSK will take over global development, regulatory filings, & commercialization, with Empirico receiving $85M upfront, ~$660M in development, regulatory & commercial milestones, & tiered royalties on…

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GSK Secures Exclusive License to Syndivia’s ADC Candidate for Prostate Cancer

Shots: Syndivia has granted GSK exclusive global rights to develop and commercialize a preclinical ADC for the treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) As per the deal, GSK will handle global development, manufacturing, & commercialization of the ADC in exchange for an upfront payment, along with development & commercial milestone payments up to a total of…

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GSK’s Blenrep (Belantamab Mafodotin) Regimen Receives the US FDA’s Approval to Treat R/R Multiple Myeloma

Shots: The US FDA has approved Blenrep + BorDex for the treatment of r/r MM in adults who have received ≥1 prior therapy, incl. a proteasome inhibitor & an immunomodulatory agent. NDA under NMPA’s priority review Approval was based on P-III (DREAMM-7) trial assessing Blenrep (2.5mg/kg, IV, Q3W) in combination with BorDex for 8 cycles, then as a single…

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GSK’s Shingrix PFS Presentation Receives the CHMP’s Positive Opinion

Shots: The CHMP has recommended Shingrix in a PFS (Recombinant Zoster Vaccine or RZV), simplifying administration by eliminating vial reconstitution for the prevention of shingles (herpes zoster). EU marketing authorization is expected in December 2025 The opinion was based on data showing that the PFS matches the existing vaccine Shingrix combines glycoprotein E antigen with…

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China’s NMPA Approves GSK’s Shingrix to Protect Individuals Against Shingles

Shots: China’s NMPA has approved Shingrix (Recombinant Zoster Vaccine) for the prevention of shingles (herpes zoster) in adults (≥18yrs.) at increased risk due to immunodeficiency or immunosuppression caused by known disease or therapy Approval was supported by 6 trials in pts (≥18yrs.) who had undergone recent stem cell transplantation, kidney transplant, or had blood cancer, solid…

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Top 20 Oncology Companies of 2025 

Shots:  ADCs, cell therapies, and radioligand therapies are reshaping oncology, while biopharma companies focus on smarter trials, patient-first approaches, and faster access to bridge unmet needs in cancer care  In 2024, the global oncology market was valued at $225.01B and is projected to reach $668.26B by 2034, reflecting a strong CAGR of 11.5% from 2025…

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Top 20 R&D Spending Biopharma Companies of 2025  

Shots:  Research and Development (R&D) serves as the driving force behind groundbreaking therapeutic innovations, laying the foundation for advancements that transform patient health and overall well-being  The global Top 20 pharmaceutical leaders spent ~$180B in 2024, with Merck & Co. contributing the most with a whopping $17.93B, followed by Johnson & Johnson ($17.23B) and Roche…

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GSK Reports the US FDA’s sNDA Acceptance and Priority Review of Blujepa for Uncomplicated Urogenital Gonorrhoea

Shots: The US FDA has accepted sNDA & granted priority review to Blujepa (gepotidacin) for the treatment of pts (≥12yrs.; ≥45kg) with uncomplicated urogenital gonorrhoea (PDUFA: Dec 11, 2025); regulatory review is ongoing in the UK & Australia sNDA was backed by P-III (EAGLE-1) trial assessing Blujepa (2 doses × 3000mg; PO) vs ceftriaxone (500mg; IM)…

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GSK Enters a ~$12.5B Deal with Hengrui Pharma to Develop up to 12 Novel Therapeutics Across Various Indications

Shots: GSK will obtain an exclusive global license to HRS-9821, an add-on maintenance therapy for COPD, along with exclusive option rights to develop & commercialize ~11 more programs in oncology, respiratory, immunology, & inflammation globally (excl. mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, & Taiwan for both) Each of the ~11 additional programs will have its own…

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