Shots:Metsera announced entering into an amended merger agreement with Pfizer to acquire Metsera for up to $86.25 per share, including $65.60 in cash and a contingent value right of up to $20.65Metsera’s Board of Directors noted that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission had raised potential antitrust concerns regarding Novo Nordisk’s proposed structure After…
Shots:Metsera has declared Novo Nordisk’s unsolicited ~$9B acquisition proposal, valuing shares up to $77.75, as a “Superior Company Proposal” than its existing Pfizer Merger AgreementThe 2-step proposal incl. an initial $56.5/share cash payment & issuance of non-voting preferred stock for 50% of Metsera’s share capital, followed by a CVR of ~$21.25/share in cash…
Shots:Pfizer has reported P-III (HER2CLIMB-05) trial data assessing Tukysa (n=326) vs PBO (n=328), both in combination with trastuzumab & pertuzumab, as a maintenance therapy for pts with HER2+ MBC following induction therapy in the 1L settingTrial met its 1EP with a significant improvement in the investigator-assessed PFS & showed favorable safety; data to…
Shots:Pfizer has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Metsera, expanding to obesity & cardiometabolic marketAs per the deal, Metsera will receive $47.5/share, representing an enterprise value of ~$4.9B, plus a non-transferable CVR of ~$22.50/share tied to milestones: $5 on P-III start of MET-097i + MET-233i, $7 on FDA approval for MET-097i monotx.,…
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…
Shots:FDA has approved sBLA of Comirnaty (LP.8.1-adapted monovalent COVID-19 vaccine) for active immunization in adults (≥65yrs) & individuals (5–64yrs) with ≥1 high-risk condition for severe COVID-19 outcomes; FDA recommends LP.8.1 for fall 2025, with vaccine shipping immediately for US availability soonApproval was backed by extensive data, incl. trial in children (5–11yrs.), & preclinical data…
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…
Shots:The P-III (KEYNOTE-905/EV-303) trial randomized cisplatin-ineligible MIBC pts to Arm A (3 cycles of Keytruda + surgery with 14 subsequent cycles), Arm B (surgery alone), or Arm C (3 cycles of Keytruda + Padcev before surgery, followed 6 cycles of the combination, then 8 cycles of Keytruda alone)Arms C & B showed improved…
Shots: Immunology continues to be a key focus area, with biopharmaceutical companies rigorously advancing innovative therapies including drugs, vaccines, and antibodies to address evolving patient needs and improve disease outcomes In 2024, the global immunology market size was valued at $109.4B and expected to reach $254.23B by 2032, with a CAGR of 11.8% from 2024…
Shots: Vaccines play a critical role in combating infectious diseases by stimulating antibody production and establishing immune memory. Biopharma companies around the globe continue to drive innovation in vaccine development, targeting both infectious and preventable diseases The global vaccine market was valued at $87.75B in 2024 and is projected to reach $151.96B by 2033, reflecting…

