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Beacon Therapeutics’ Gene Therapy Shows Promise in Phase 2 Trials for XLRP

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  • Beacon Therapeutics’ Phase 2 trials show laru-zova is well-tolerated and improves visual function in XLRP.
  • The VISTA trial’s results in 2026 could be a key value inflection point for Beacon Therapeutics.
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Beacon Therapeutics’ Gene Therapy Shows Promise in Phase 2 Trials for XLRP

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Syncona Shs GBP ( (GB:SYNC) ) has shared an update.

Syncona Limited, a prominent life science investor, highlights positive interim results from its portfolio company Beacon Therapeutics’ Phase 2 trials, SKYLINE and DAWN, for their lead program laru-zova targeting X-linked retinitis pigmentosa (XLRP). The data presented at the EURETINA 2025 Conference in Paris demonstrated that laru-zova was well-tolerated and showed sustained improvements in visual function, marking a potential breakthrough for patients with this blinding condition. The ongoing pivotal VISTA trial, with low luminance visual acuity as its primary endpoint, is expected to be a significant value inflection point for Beacon, with topline data anticipated in the second half of 2026.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SYNC) stock is a Buy with a £1.70 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Syncona Shs GBP stock, see the GB:SYNC Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:SYNC Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:SYNC is a Neutral.

Syncona Shs GBP exhibits financial stability with a solid balance sheet and improved cash flow. However, revenue volatility and negative valuation metrics are significant challenges. The technical indicators suggest bearish trends, but the strategic share buyback program provides some positive momentum. Despite these strengths, valuation concerns and market challenges contribute to a mixed outlook.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:SYNC stock, click here.

More about Syncona Shs GBP

Beacon Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing gene therapies to treat rare and prevalent ocular diseases, aiming to save and restore vision. The company is leveraging gene therapy to deliver significant outcomes for severe ocular conditions, with a pipeline that includes the investigational therapy laru-zova for X-linked retinitis pigmentosa (XLRP).

Average Trading Volume: 541,287

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Learn more about SYNC stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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