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The EMA has accepted a submission to update Bexsero’s label to incl. a single-dose booster for individuals (≥10yrs.) who were previously vaccinated with Bexsero
Submission was backed by a P-IIIb study showing that a single Bexsero booster dose effectively enhanced immune responses in individuals (10–20yrs.) who completed primary vaccination series during infancy; full data…
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AbbVie led the global immunology market with $30.4B in immunology revenue in 2025, followed by Sanofi ($19.08B) and Johnson & Johnson ($15.72B). Continued demand for biologics and targeted therapies across autoimmune and inflammatory diseases supported strong commercial performance among leading companies.
The global immunology market, valued at $108.4B in 2024, is projected to…
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The US FDA approved three notable therapies in June 2026, spanning diagnostic imaging, infectious diseases, and ophthalmology, highlighting continued progress in precision diagnostics, antimicrobial innovation, and rare disease treatment.
Key approvals included Ambelvist (enhanced MRI detection of lesions), Utebzi (complicated urinary tract infections, including pyelonephritis), and Lumvoa (thyroid eye disease), expanding treatment and diagnostic options for patients with diverse clinical…
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GSK has reported global P-II (AZUR-1) trial data assessing Jemperli (dostarlimab) (500mg, IV, Q3W for 9 cycles) in 154 pts with stage II/III mismatch repair deficient/microsatellite instability-high (dMMR/MSI-H) locally advanced rectal cancer
Trial met its 1EP, with a meaningful & sustained clinical complete response rate at 12mos. Interim AZUR-1 data will be shared with global…
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The global vaccine market, valued at $72.8B in 2025 and projected to reach $115.8B by 2033, continues to benefit from expanding immunization coverage, growing awareness of infectious disease prevention, and innovation across RSV, pneumococcal, HPV, and mRNA vaccines. Pfizer’s Prevnar Family led the market with $6.49B in revenue, followed by Merck’s Gardasil/Gardasil 9 ($5.23B)…
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The US FDA has approved Utebzi (tebipenem pivoxil; 600mg, PO, Q6H) for the treatment of cUTIs incl. pyelonephritis, in adults who have limited or no alternative oral treatment options, with launch expected by the end of 2026
Approval was supported by the P-III (PIVOT-PO) trial demonstrating that Utebzi was non-inferior to IV imipenem-cilastatin in…
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GSK has entered an agreement to acquire Nuvalent, accelerating its entry into lung cancer
As per the deal, GSK will acquire Nuvalent through a tender offer of $124 per share in cash, valuing the company at ~$10.6B (£8.0B); net of acquired cash, GSK’s total investment is estimated at $9.4B (£7.1B). Closing is expected in…
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Engitix & GSK have entered a strategic research collaboration & option agreement to identify & validate novel therapeutic targets that drive liver fibrosis regression using Engitix’s human extracellular matrix (ECM) platform & multi-omics datasets
As per the deal, Engitix will receive ~£44.5M (~$59.3M) upfront & near-term payments, along with ~£118M (~$157.3M) per target in…
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GSK has reported data from the P-III (B-Well 1 & B-Well 2) trials assessing bepirovirsen vs PBO in nucleos(t)ide analogue-treated pts with CHB & baseline HBsAg ≤3000 IU/ml. Bepirovirsen is under regulatory review in the US, EU, China & Japan
Pooled data showed a 19% functional cure rate (1EP) in the overall population (233/1,220…
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The Japanese MHLW has approved GSK's Arexvy RSV vaccine for adults (18-49yrs.) at increased risk for RSV disease, expanding its use beyond those aged ≥50yrs.
Approval was based on P-IIIb trial (n=1458) assessing Arexvy in individuals (18-49yrs.; n=426) compared to adults (≥60yrs.; n=429), which showed a non-inferior immune response in individuals (18-49yrs.) who are at increased…

