TD Cowen analyst Phil Nadeau has maintained their bullish stance on VIR stock, giving a Buy rating today.
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Phil Nadeau has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors that highlight Vir Biotechnology’s promising developments and financial stability. The company has a robust cash position of $1 billion as of March 31, which is expected to support operations until mid-2027. This financial strength is complemented by the progress in their ECLIPSE pivotal program, which is evaluating the combination of tobe and eleb in chronic HDV, with significant data expected in 2026.
Additionally, Vir’s T-cell engager (TCE) pipeline is showing promising results in solid tumors, with early data indicating anti-tumor activity and a favorable safety profile. The ongoing dose escalation studies have not reported any dose-limiting toxicities, which is encouraging for the future development of these therapies. The potential market for HDV treatments, combined with the company’s strategic alignment with the FDA and the promising pipeline, positions Vir Biotechnology as a strong candidate for growth, justifying the Buy rating.
According to TipRanks, Nadeau is a 3-star analyst with an average return of 1.2% and a 40.63% success rate. Nadeau covers the Healthcare sector, focusing on stocks such as BioMarin Pharmaceutical, Biogen, and Neurocrine.
In another report released today, Needham also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a $19.00 price target.