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EMA Marketing Authorization of New Drugs in January 2026    

Shots:  The European Commission approved multiple therapies across vaccines, rare diseases, endocrinology, and immunology, including products from BioNet, Sanofi, Fondazione Telethon, IntraBio, and Ionis / Otsuka.  The Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use also issued positive opinions for late-stage assets from UCB and Gedeon Richter, with additional recommendations supporting Sanofi’s Rezurock.  Decisions were backed by strong Phase II/III data…

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UCB Reports the CHMP Positive Opinion of Kygevvi (Doxecitine + Doxribtimine) for Thymidine Kinase 2 Deficiency (TK2d)

Shots: The CHMP has recommended Kygevvi (PO) under exceptional circumstances for adults & pediatric pts with TK2d whose symptom onset occurred ≤12yrs. of age, supported through EMA's PRIME scheme. EC decision is expected by Q2’26 Supportive evidence came from pooled data from 2 studies of Kygevvi in 39 pts with genetically confirmed TK2d & symptom…

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UCB Reports the US FDA’s Approval of Kygevvi (Doxecitine + Doxribtimine) for Thymidine Kinase 2 Deficiency (TK2d)

Shots: FDA has approved Kygevvi (2g/2g; PO) for adults & pediatric pts with TK2d whose symptom onset occurred ≤12yrs. of age. Kygevvi is expected to launch in the US by Q1’26, & is under EMA's review, with additional regulatory filings planned Approval was backed by a P-II trial, 2 retrospective chart review studies, & an…

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Top 20 immunology companies of 2025

Top 20 Immunology Companies of 2025

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…

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Top 20 Biopharma Deal Termination 2024

Top 20 Biopharma Deal Terminations of 2024

Shots:  In the Biopharma industry, navigating M&A and licensing deals is challenging due to strict antitrust laws and shifting regulations. When these pressures create significant risks, nullifying or restructuring existing agreements can be the most rational and strategic response  In 2024, the termination of the $4.45B deal between Adaptimmune and Genentech became a major talking…

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Alvotech and Xbrane

Xbrane Entered into an Agreement with Alvotech to sell XB003 (Biosimilar, Cimzia) and Parts of its Organization for ~$27.25M 

Shots:  Xbrane has signed an agreement with Alvotech to sell XB003 (Biosimilar, Cimzia) including related IP and parts of its organization, including 40 employees & laboratory equipment at ~$27.25M (~SEK 275M). The transaction closing is subject to approval from Xbrane's shareholders at the EGM on Apr 14, 2025, and FDI approval.   Xbrane will receive SEK…

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Immunology Top 20 2024

Top 20 Immunology Companies of 2024

Shots: Immunology remains one of the most explored therapy areas. Companies focusing on immunology are steadfastly working to advance treatment options by developing drugs, vaccines, and antibodies In 2023, the global immunology market size was valued at $98.22B and expected to register $263.22B by 2033, with a CAGR of 10.36% from 2024 to 2033. AbbVie…

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