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The company’s main area of focus is cystic fibrosis (CF). The company’s lead marketed products are Trikafta (elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor and ivacaftor), Symdeko/Symkevi (tezacaftor in combination with ivacaftor), Orkambi (lumacaftor in combination with ivacaftor) and Kalydeco (ivacaftor), which are collectively approved to treat the majority of the people with CF in North America, Europe and Australia. Trikafta, Vertex’s triple combination regimen, was approved by the FDA in October 2019 for the treatment of CF in people aged 12 years and older who have at least one F508del mutation. Kaftrio (brand name of Trikafta in EU) was approved in the European Union in August 2020. It is also being evaluated in younger patients in the United States. With approval of Trikafta, Vertex can address a significantly larger CF patient population — almost 90% of patients with CF — in the future. Meanwhile, Vertex is pursuing genetic therapies to address the remaining 10% of CF patients. While CF remains the main area of focus, Vertex is also developing treatments for sickle cell disease, thalassemia and pain management.
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Sector ETF report for PBE
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: What You Should Know
by Zacks Equity Research
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) closed at $290.55 in the latest trading session, marking a -0.91% move from the prior day.
Entrada (TRDA) Down on Regulatory Update for DMD Candidate
by Zacks Equity Research
Entrada (TRDA) plunges on clinical hold notice from the FDA regarding its Investigational New Drug Application (IND) for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) candidate.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Merck, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Immunocore Holdings and Immunovant
by Zacks Equity Research
Merck, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Immunocore Holdings and Immunovant are part of the Zacks top Analyst Blog.
4 Drug Stocks Up More Than 40% YTD With Room to Grow in 2023
by Kinjel Shah
Here are four drug companies, MRK, VRTX, IMCR and IMVT, that are up 40% or more in 2022 so far and still have room for growth in 2023.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Stock Moves -1.18%: What You Should Know
by Zacks Equity Research
In the latest trading session, Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) closed at $308.40, marking a -1.18% move from the previous day.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Gains As Market Dips: What You Should Know
by Zacks Equity Research
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) closed at $312.09 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.63% move from the prior day.
Biotech Stock Roundup: HZNP Surges on AMGN Offer, TRDA Gains on VRTX Deal & More
by Zacks Equity Research
Acquisitions news from HZNP and AMGN form the key highlights from the biotech sector during the past week.
Here's Why Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) is a Strong Growth Stock
by Zacks Equity Research
Whether you're a value, growth, or momentum investor, finding strong stocks becomes easier with the Zacks Style Scores, a top feature of the Zacks Premium research service.
bluebird (BLUE) Up on Positive Data on Gene Therapies at ASH
by Zacks Equity Research
bluebird (BLUE) gains on positive data on Zyntgelo in beta-thalassemia and lovo-cel in sickle cell disease.
Vertex (VRTX) to Start Clinical Study on mRNA-based CF Therapy
by Zacks Equity Research
Following clearance of the IND application by the FDA, Vertex (VRTX) intends to start a clinical study evaluating a single ascending dose of VX-522 in cystic fibrosis patients in the coming weeks.
3 Non-Energy S&P 500 Stocks With Enough Energy to Boost Returns
by Kinjel Shah
Though energy companies have been among the best-performing stocks in the S&P 500 index, here we discuss some top-performing non-energy S&P 500 stocks like MRK, VRTX and MCK.
Entrada (TRDA) Surges on Collaboration With Vertex for DMI
by Zacks Equity Research
Entrada (TRDA) gains from its collaboration deal with Vertex to discover and develop Endosomal Escape Vehicle (EEV) therapeutics for DM1.
3 Reasons Growth Investors Will Love Vertex (VRTX)
by Zacks Equity Research
Vertex (VRTX) could produce exceptional returns because of its solid growth attributes.
Esperion (ESPR) Reports Positive Data From CLEAR Study
by Zacks Equity Research
Esperion (ESPR) announces positive data from the CLEAR Outcomes study, which further strengthens the clinical evidence supporting the role of bempedoic acid for patients and will boost the growth potential of the drug.
Wall Street Bulls Look Optimistic About Vertex (VRTX): Should You Buy?
by Zacks Equity Research
Based on the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), Vertex (VRTX) should be added to one's portfolio. Wall Street analysts' overly optimistic recommendations cast doubt on the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric. So, is the stock worth buying?
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Gains As Market Dips: What You Should Know
by Zacks Equity Research
In the latest trading session, Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) closed at $317.58, marking a +1.85% move from the previous day.
Centene (CNC) Invests Nearly $8M to Build Texas Community Center
by Zacks Equity Research
Centene (CNC) collaborates with CHDI to establish a new community center in Texas, reflecting efforts to expand its Managed Care business across the state.
Biogen (BIIB), Sage Finish Zuranolone NDA Filing for Depression
by Zacks Equity Research
Biogen (BIIB) and Sage Therapeutics (SAGE) NDA submission for zuranolone for treating MDD and PPD is based on data from two late-stage studies, LANDSCAPE and NEST.
2 Sector ETFs Hovering Around a 52-Week High
by Sanghamitra Saha
We all know that Wall Street is shattered this year. Still, two sectors -- Biotech and Aerospace -- have recently hit a 52-week high.
Biogen's (BIIB) ALS Drug Tofersen Filing Accepted in Europe
by Zacks Equity Research
Biogen's (BIIB) tofersen, if approved, will be the first genetically-targeted treatment for SOD1-ALS in Europe.
GSK's Myelofibrosis Candidate MAA Gets Accepted in Europe
by Zacks Equity Research
GSK's new drug application (NDA) for momelotinib is under standard FDA review, with a decision expected on Jun 16, 2023.
Genmab AS Sponsored ADR (GMAB) Hits Fresh High: Is There Still Room to Run?
by Zacks Equity Research
Genmab AS Sponsored ADR (GMAB) is at a 52-week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the company's fundamentals for clues.
Roivant (ROIV), Pfizer Form Vant for Inflammatory Disease Drug
by Zacks Equity Research
Roivant Sciences (ROIV), Pfizer's (PFE) new Vant company will take care of funding the global development of RVT-3101 in inflammatory and fibrotic diseases.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Gains As Market Dips: What You Should Know
by Zacks Equity Research
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) closed the most recent trading day at $320.76, moving +1.38% from the previous trading session.