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Lexicon Pharmaceuticals Faces Supply Chain Risks Amidst Changing Trade Policies

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals Faces Supply Chain Risks Amidst Changing Trade Policies

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (LXRX) has disclosed a new risk, in the Capital Markets category.

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals faces significant business risks due to potential disruptions in its supply chain caused by changes in government trade policies. The company’s reliance on third-party manufacturers in Canada and China for the production and packaging of INPEFA and other drug candidates makes it vulnerable to proposed tariffs and import/export restrictions. Such policy changes could hinder the availability of commercial products and clinical developments, while also increasing costs for raw materials sourced internationally, thereby affecting the company’s competitive pricing and financial performance. The unpredictability of future trade policy adjustments further exacerbates these risks, posing a threat to Lexicon Pharmaceuticals’ operational stability.

The average LXRX stock price target is $3.67, implying 836.70% upside potential.

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