U.S. Sales Force Recruitment
Cytokinetics received over 8,800 applications for their U.S. sales force and hired an experienced cardiovascular sales team with an average of 14 years in the field, positioning them for a Q1 2026 U.S. launch of aficamten.
Positive Clinical Trial Results
Announced positive top-line results from the MAPLE-HCM trial, showing statistically significant improvement in peak oxygen uptake for aficamten compared to metoprolol, with a favorable safety and tolerability profile.
Regulatory Progress in Europe and China
EMA inspections concluded that the Phase III trial was compliant, with potential approval by EMA in the first half of 2026. In China, aficamten is on an accelerated regulatory pathway with expected approval in the second half of this year.
Financial Stability
Ended Q2 with approximately $1.04 billion in cash, with ongoing financial guidance maintaining GAAP operating expense between $670 million and $710 million for the year.