Xencor Stock Price, News & Analysis

Xencor, Inc. (NASDAQ:XNCR) presented new data on its preclinical XmAb bispecific antibody programs and IL-12-Fc cytokine at the 36th Annual Meeting of the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer. Highlights include the presentation of XmAb NK cell engagers and engineered IL-12 fusions showing strong anti-tumor activity with improved safety profiles. The company aims to submit an IND application for XmAb662 in 2022. These advancements underline Xencor’s innovative approach to drug development in oncology.

Xencor, Inc. (NASDAQ:XNCR) announced positive results from its Phase 1 trial of vudalimab, a PD-1 x CTLA-4 bispecific antibody, aimed at treating advanced solid tumors. The study, presented at the SITC meeting, showed vudalimab was generally well-tolerated with an objective response rate of 14.1%. Partial responses were noted in various cancers, including two in castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC). A complete response occurred in a patient with BRCA1+ ovarian cancer. Xencor plans to initiate Phase 2 studies for metastatic CRPC and advanced pelvic tumors.

Xencor, Inc. (NASDAQ:XNCR), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, reported its third-quarter financials for 2021, revealing total revenue of $19.7 million, down from $35.4 million in 2020. The net loss widened to $40.2 million or $(0.69) per share, compared to a loss of $12.6 million or $(0.22) per share last year. Key developments include positive initial data from the Phase 1 study of XmAb306 and plans for upcoming presentations at major conferences. Looking ahead, Xencor expects to end 2021 with $575-$625 million in cash, supporting operations into 2025.

Xencor, Inc. (NASDAQ: XNCR) announced updated clinical data from its Phase 1 study of plamotamab, a bispecific antibody for treating B-cell malignancies, to be presented at the ASH Annual Meeting on December 12, 2021. The drug showed encouraging activity with an overall response rate (ORR) of 38.2% in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma and 80% in follicular lymphoma. Cytokine release syndrome was common but manageable. The company plans to initiate studies combining plamotamab with chemotherapy-free treatments starting late 2021 or early 2022.

Xencor, Inc. (NASDAQ:XNCR) announced updated results from its Phase 1 study of tidutamab, a bispecific antibody targeting neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). The study reported a recommended dosing regimen of 0.3 mcg/kg priming dose followed by 1.0 mcg/kg. At the data cut-off in August 2021, 41 patients were treated, with a 27% disease control rate. Tidutamab was well tolerated, with a low incidence of severe adverse effects. The drug is moving to a Phase 1b/2 study for Merkel cell carcinoma and small cell lung cancer, indicating potential advancements in treatment options.

Xencor, Inc. (NASDAQ:XNCR), a biopharmaceutical company specializing in engineered monoclonal antibodies and cytokines, has announced its participation in two investor conferences. The Credit Suisse 30th Annual Healthcare Conference will feature a presentation on November 9 at 2:40 p.m. ET. Additionally, the Jefferies London Healthcare Conference will have an on-demand presentation available starting November 18 at 8:00 a.m. GMT. Webcasts will be accessible on the company's website, with replays archived for at least 30 days.

Xencor, Inc. (NASDAQ: XNCR) will release its third quarter 2021 financial results after market close on November 8, 2021. The management will conduct a webcast and conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss results and provide a corporate update. Investors can access the call by dialing (877) 359-9508 for domestic callers or (224) 357-2393 for international callers. The call will also be available via a live webcast on their website, archived for 30 days.

Xencor has entered a second collaboration with Janssen Biotech to develop plamotamab, a bispecific antibody targeting CD20 x CD3 for B-cell malignancies. The deal includes a $100 million upfront payment and a $25 million equity investment from Johnson & Johnson. Xencor is eligible for royalties and milestone payments totaling up to $1.188 billion. The collaboration aims to enhance clinical trials and develop chemotherapy-free treatment regimens. A conference call is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. ET.

Xencor, Inc. (NASDAQ:XNCR) announced five poster presentations at the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer's annual meeting from November 10-14, 2021. Key topics include clinical results for vudalimab, a PD-1 x CTLA-4 bispecific antibody, in various cancers, and data on preclinical programs targeting IL-12, PD-L1, TGFβR2, and NK cell engagement. The company aims to advance its dual checkpoint therapy in Phase 2 trials for advanced prostate cancer and gynecologic malignancies, indicating potential growth in its oncology pipeline.