Fortress Biotech, Inc. - FBIO STOCK NEWS

Fortress Biotech, in collaboration with its subsidiary Helocyte, announced the commencement of a Phase 2 clinical trial for Triplex, a vaccine targeting cytomegalovirus (CMV) in liver transplant patients. The trial is funded by a $9 million grant from the NIH/NIAID, with an additional $12 million expected over the next four years. Conducted at up to 20 U.S. transplant centers, this randomized, placebo-controlled study will involve 416 participants. The primary objective is to assess Triplex's efficacy in reducing CMV antiviral therapy duration within the first 100 days post-transplant. Secondary endpoints include the development and onset timing of CMV disease within six months post-transplant. This trial aims to address the significant unmet need for effective CMV therapies in transplant settings.

Journey Medical (Nasdaq: DERM) reported a 7% year-over-year increase in total revenues for Q1 2024, reaching $13 million. This growth was driven by significant increases in the sales of Qbrexza and Accutane, despite declines in other products like Amzeeq and Zilxi. The company reported a net loss of $10.4 million, slightly higher than the $10.1 million loss in Q1 2023. Research and development expenses surged due to a $4 million FDA filing fee and a $3 million milestone payment. Journey Medical's New Drug Application for DFD-29 to treat rosacea has been accepted by the FDA, with a PDUFA goal date of November 4, 2024, potentially making it a leading systemic therapy for rosacea.

Checkpoint Therapeutics, Inc. will participate in the H.C. Wainwright 2nd Annual BioConnect Investor Conference where James Oliviero, President and CEO, will have a fireside chat. The event will take place on May 20, 2024, at 12:30 p.m. ET at NASDAQ. Checkpoint will also have one-on-one meetings during the conference. A webcast of the fireside chat will be available on the News & Events page of Checkpoint's website for 30 days post-event.

Checkpoint Therapeutics, Inc. reported financial results for Q1 2024, revealing increased cash reserves, reduced R&D expenses, and an appointment to the Board of Directors. The company aims to address FDA feedback for potential BLA resubmission mid-year.

Journey Medical , a pharmaceutical company specializing in dermatological products, will announce its first quarter 2024 financial results on May 13, 2024. The company will host a conference call to discuss the results and provide a corporate update at 4:30 p.m. ET on the same day.

Journey Medical has appointed Joseph M. Benesch as Chief Financial Officer, effective April 26, 2024. Benesch brings over 25 years of experience in financial leadership and reporting, with a focus on the pharmaceutical industry. The company's Co-Founder, President, and CEO praised Benesch's expertise and contributions to the finance and accounting team, emphasizing his role in upcoming milestones like the potential approval of DFD-29 for rosacea treatment. Benesch's extensive background includes positions at Teligent Pharma Inc., Torrent Pharmaceuticals, Savient Pharmaceuticals, Adare Pharmaceuticals, and Edenbridge Pharmaceuticals, along with experience at Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP, and Ernst and Young. With a BA in accounting and CPA certification from Wilkes University, Benesch aims to drive sustainable value for Journey Medical and its shareholders while supporting patients with dermatological products.