FDA Label Expansion for EMPAVELI in C3G and Primary IC-MPGN
FDA approved a label expansion for EMPAVELI for patients 12 years and older with C3 myelopathy and primary immune complex membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (IC-MPGN).
This is the company's third FDA approval in 4 years, highlighting scientific strength and regulatory success.
The approval enables treatment with a C3-targeting therapy that achieves outcomes across proteinuria reduction, eGFR stabilization, and C3 deposit clearance.
Launch is underway, expanding into rare nephrology and underserved populations, including pediatric patients and post-transplant recurrence.
Reported Q2 revenues of $720 million and adjusted EBITDA of $184 million, with confidence in raising 2025 guidance.
Emphasized diversified portfolio and multiple growth drivers including new product launches, complex medicines, biosimilars, and strategic partnerships.
Projected continued growth with a focus on innovative and affordable medicines, aiming to be America's #1 affordable medicines company.
ANI achieved all-time highs in net revenue, adjusted non-GAAP EBITDA, and EPS in Q2 2025, driven by strong growth across Rare Disease and Generics units.
The company highlighted broad momentum, with Rare Disease demand accelerating, especially for Cortrophin Gel, and positive results in their retina franchise.
Management emphasized that the quarter's performance was driven by underlying demand rather than seasonality or one-time benefits, with new patient starts more than doubling year-over-year.
Progress and Potential of Aritinercept (AUR200) in Autoimmune Diseases
Positive Phase I single ascending dose (SAD) study results for Aritinercept, a dual BAFF APRIL inhibitor, with management confident in Q4-week dosing schedule based on pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.
Management emphasizes the wide potential of Aritinercept, citing over 20 B-cell-mediated diseases as possible targets, including indications beyond kidney diseases, though specific plans remain undisclosed for competitive reasons.
Further clinical studies for Aritinercept are on track to initiate in at least two autoimmune diseases in the second half of 2025, with internal assessment guiding the broad therapeutic scope.
Transition to Clinical-Stage Biotech with First Clinical Trials
AbCellera achieved a major milestone by receiving Health Canada authorization to initiate its first two clinical trials for ABCL635 and ABCL575.
Dosing has begun in the Phase I trial for ABCL635, targeting moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms, marking a shift from platform to clinical-stage biotech.
A second Phase I trial for ABCL575 was also initiated, with dosing expected to start shortly, expanding the company's clinical pipeline.
The company added a third program, ABCL688, into IND-enabling studies, indicating ongoing pipeline expansion and transition into more advanced clinical development.
Market Dynamics and Competitive Landscape in Hypert cortisolism and Diabetes
Management discussed the expanding hypercortisolism market, with more players increasing noise and market activity, which they view positively.
The potential launch of a competitor's drug later this year could increase market awareness and demand for cortisol testing and treatment.
In the diabetes space, there are approximately 15 million patients who should have rescue glucagon, but only about 1 million currently do, indicating significant growth opportunities.
Gvoke's collaboration with American Regent for VialDx is expected to enhance market penetration in the coming years.
FDA Priority Review and Regulatory Progress for Ziftomenib
The FDA has accepted Kura's NDA for ziftomenib in relapsed/refractory NPM1-mutant AML, granting a priority review with a PDUFA date of November 30, 2025.
Management reports ongoing collaborative and constructive interactions with the FDA, emphasizing alignment with the review timeline.
Regulatory milestones include addressing information requests and preparing for pre-approval inspections, with a focus on ensuring a successful review outcome.