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AstraZeneca’s Calquence Approved in EU for First-Line Mantle Cell Lymphoma

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AstraZeneca ( (GB:AZN) ) has shared an announcement.

AstraZeneca’s Calquence, in combination with bendamustine and rituximab, has been approved by the European Union for first-line treatment of adult patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) who are not eligible for autologous stem cell transplant. This approval, based on the ECHO Phase III trial results, marks Calquence as the first and only BTK inhibitor approved for this indication in the EU, offering a significant improvement in progression-free survival and providing a new treatment option for patients with this aggressive form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Spark’s Take on GB:AZN Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:AZN is a Outperform.

AstraZeneca’s strong financial performance, positive earnings call, and strategic corporate events contribute to a favorable outlook. However, technical analysis indicates potential short-term weakness, and valuation concerns arise from a high P/E ratio. Overall, AstraZeneca is well-positioned for growth in the pharmaceutical industry, despite some market-specific challenges and competitive pressures.

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More about AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Cambridge, UK. It focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines in areas such as Oncology, Rare Diseases, and BioPharmaceuticals, including Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism, and Respiratory & Immunology. Its innovative medicines are sold in more than 125 countries and used by millions of patients worldwide.

YTD Price Performance: 4.23%

Average Trading Volume: 2,920,806

Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold

Current Market Cap: £166.8B

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