William Blair analyst Sami Corwin has maintained their bullish stance on BEAM stock, giving a Buy rating on June 13.
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Sami Corwin has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors that highlight Beam Therapeutics’ promising advancements in treating sickle cell disease (SCD) with their BEAM-101 therapy. The recent data presented at the European Hematology Association Congress showcased significant improvements in patient outcomes, with all treated individuals remaining free of vaso-occlusive crises, a common and severe complication of SCD, since receiving the BEAM-101 infusion.
Furthermore, the data revealed substantial increases in fetal hemoglobin levels, which correlated with decreases in sickled hemoglobin levels, indicating a positive therapeutic effect. The treatment process also demonstrated enhanced efficiencies in cell collection and engraftment, setting it apart from other gene therapies in the field. These clinical advancements, coupled with the potential for improved manufacturing yields, underpin Corwin’s optimistic outlook on Beam Therapeutics’ stock, justifying the Buy rating.
In another report released on June 13, H.C. Wainwright also reiterated a Buy rating on the stock with a $80.00 price target.