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Pfizer and the Academic Research Organization from Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein announced positive results from the STOP-COVID study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The study evaluated tofacitinib in 289 hospitalized COVID-19 pneumonia patients not on ventilation. Results showed a lower cumulative incidence of death or respiratory failure at 28 days for tofacitinib (18.1%) versus placebo (29.0%). Although promising, tofacitinib is not yet authorized for COVID-19 treatment and should not be used in patients with active serious infections.

Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) will hold a conference call on July 28, 2021, at 10 a.m. EDT to discuss its Second Quarter 2021 Performance Report. Investors can access the live webcast and report details on the company's investor site. Registration for the call is recommended in advance. A transcript and replay will be available within 24 hours for 90 days. Participants can also join by calling (833) 711-4984 in the US or (916) 900-3769 internationally, using the password 'Second Quarter Earnings'.

Pfizer (PFE) and BioNTech (BNTX) announced a plan to provide 500 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to the U.S. government at a not-for-profit price, aimed at supporting global vaccination efforts. This includes 200 million doses by the end of 2021 and 300 million in early 2022. The U.S. government will donate these doses to low- and lower-middle-income countries through COVAX. Pfizer and BioNTech aim to produce up to 3 billion doses in 2021, enhancing their supply chain capabilities. Deliveries will begin in August 2021.

Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) announced that the U.S. FDA has approved PREVNAR 20™, a 20-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine, for preventing invasive disease and pneumonia caused by pneumococcal serotypes in adults ages 18 and older. This vaccine includes additional serotypes linked to high fatality rates and antibiotic resistance. Following this approval, the CDC's ACIP will meet to discuss vaccination recommendations. With this launch, Pfizer aims to enhance protection against significant pneumococcal diseases, addressing more serotypes than previous vaccines, which could lead to a notable market impact.

Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) announced the enrollment of the first participants in a new study examining the coadministration of its 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (20vPnC) alongside a booster dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine. This trial, involving 600 adults aged 65 and older, aims to assess safety and immune responses over a six-month follow-up. Participants will be randomized into three groups: one receiving both vaccines, one receiving 20vPnC plus a placebo, and another receiving the COVID-19 vaccine booster plus placebo.

Pfizer and BioNTech have entered a new agreement with the European Commission to supply 900 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine COMIRNATY® to the EU, with an optional additional 900 million doses. This follows a prior commitment of 600 million doses for 2021. Deliveries are set to start in December 2021 and continue into 2023, potentially totaling 2.4 billion doses. Both companies emphasize the importance of ongoing vaccinations due to the continued spread of COVID-19 and are committed to adapting their vaccine for emerging variants.

Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) and BioNTech (Nasdaq: BNTX) announced that the FDA has expanded the Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for their COVID-19 vaccine to include individuals aged 12 to 15, making it the first vaccine authorized for this age group in the U.S. This decision follows a Phase 3 trial with 2,260 participants showing 100% efficacy and good tolerance of the vaccine. Monitoring for long-term safety will continue for two years post-vaccination. The CDC's Advisory Committee will shortly discuss recommendations for this age group.

Pfizer and BioNTech announced the initiation of a Biologics License Application (BLA) with the FDA for their mRNA COVID-19 vaccine for individuals aged 16 and older. This submission supports their ongoing Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) since December 2020, during which over 170 million doses have been delivered in the U.S. The BLA aims for full regulatory approval, with data submitted on a rolling basis. The companies also seek to expand the EUA to include ages 12 to 15, followed by a supplemental BLA once data for this age group is available.

Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) and BioNTech (Nasdaq: BNTX) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the IOC to donate COVID-19 vaccine doses to athletes participating in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, starting July 23, 2021. Initial doses are set for delivery by the end of May. The agreement ensures that vaccine doses provided will not detract from national supply agreements. IOC President emphasized the donation's role in promoting safety and solidarity. Pfizer's Chairman stated that the initiative represents a unifying moment post-pandemic, while BioNTech's CEO highlighted the importance of vaccines for a successful Games.