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Shield Therapeutics ( (GB:STX) ) has issued an update.
Shield Therapeutics announced positive results from the ORION-HF study, which demonstrated significant improvements in haemoglobin levels, exercise capacity, and quality of life for patients with heart failure and iron deficiency anemia treated with FeRACCRU® (ferric maltol). These findings, published in the European Journal of Heart Failure, highlight the potential of ferric maltol as an effective oral alternative to intravenous iron therapies, addressing a significant unmet need in the treatment of heart failure. The study’s results are consistent with previous research and could enhance Shield’s market positioning and stakeholder interest in the therapeutic benefits of ACCRUFeR®/FeRACCRU®.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STX) stock is a Hold with a £6.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Shield Therapeutics stock, see the GB:STX Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:STX Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:STX is a Neutral.
The overall stock score is primarily influenced by the company’s robust technical performance, indicating strong market momentum. However, significant financial weaknesses, including negative profitability and cash flow issues, weigh heavily on the score. Valuation concerns due to a negative P/E ratio and lack of dividend yield further impact the stock’s attractiveness.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:STX stock, click here.
More about Shield Therapeutics
Shield Therapeutics plc is a commercial-stage specialty pharmaceutical company focused on addressing iron deficiency with or without anemia. The company offers ACCRUFeR®/FeRACCRU® (ferric maltol), an innovative oral therapy that provides a novel mechanism of absorption compared to other oral iron therapies. Shield has launched ACCRUFeR® in the U.S. through a collaboration with Viatris and has licensed rights to various pharmaceutical companies for commercialization in regions including Europe, China, and Japan.
Average Trading Volume: 2,420,418
Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold
Current Market Cap: £83.96M
See more insights into STX stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.