Annexon, Inc. Stock Price, News & Analysis

Annexon, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANNX) announced its participation in the Bank of America Securities 2021 Virtual Healthcare Conference on May 12, 2021, at 11:45 am EDT. Douglas Love, President & CEO, will present live at the event. Investors can access the live webcast through the ‘Events & Presentations’ section on Annexon's website, and a replay will be available for 30 days post-event. The company is focused on developing novel therapies for classical complement-mediated autoimmune and neurodegenerative disorders, utilizing a biomarker-driven strategy to enhance treatment efficacy.

Annexon, Inc. reported strong progress in its clinical pipeline during Q4 and full-year 2020. Their lead candidate, ANX005, showed positive results in a DDI study for Guillain-Barré Syndrome, with full C1q target engagement and improved patient outcomes. The company has a robust cash position of $351.2 million. However, R&D expenses surged to $49.3 million, and net losses increased to $63.4 million for the full year, up from $37.2 million in 2019.

Annexon (Nasdaq: ANNX) has initiated patient dosing in its Phase 2 ARCHER clinical trial to evaluate ANX007 for treating Geographic Atrophy (GA), a leading cause of blindness. Currently lacking approved treatments, GA affects over five million people globally. ANX007 aims to inhibit the classical complement pathway, potentially halting immune responses that damage retinal cells. The multicenter trial will assess the therapy's efficacy and safety in patients with GA, following promising Phase 1 results showing full C1q inhibition and good tolerance.

Annexon appoints Thomas G. Wiggans as Chairman

On February 8, 2021, Annexon (Nasdaq: ANNX) announced the appointment of Thomas G. Wiggans as its new Chairman. This change follows the retirement of William Young and Carol Gallagher from the board. The company also welcomed Dr. William H. Carson to the board, who has extensive experience in CNS disorders from his previous role as president and CEO at Otsuka Pharmaceutical. Both appointments aim to enhance Annexon's strategic direction as it advances its clinical-stage C1q inhibitors.

Annexon, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANNX) presented at the J.P. Morgan 39th Annual Healthcare Conference, highlighting its achievements and 2021 milestones. The company initiated multiple clinical trials in 2020, including Phase 2/3 trials for ANX005 in Guillain-Barre Syndrome and Huntington’s Disease. Annexon secured $262.7 million from an IPO and is focused on complement-mediated disorders. Key 2021 goals include new clinical trials and data releases for its investigational monoclonal antibodies. CEO Douglas Love emphasized a strong capital position and leadership for future growth.

Annexon, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANNX), a biopharmaceutical firm focused on autoimmune and neurodegenerative disorders, announced a corporate update presentation at the 39th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 12, 2021, at 4:30 PM ET. The event will be accessible via a live webcast on their Investors page, with a replay available for 30 days post-event. Annexon is developing innovative therapies based on its technology targeting classical complement-mediated disorders, employing a biomarker-driven strategy to enhance patient identification and treatment response evaluation.

Annexon, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANNX) has initiated patient dosing in a Phase 2/3 clinical study evaluating ANX005, a monoclonal antibody targeting Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a severe autoimmune disorder. With no approved treatments currently available in the U.S., ANX005 has been granted Fast Track and Orphan Drug designations. The trial aims to assess ANX005's efficacy in improving patient disability. Previous trials show promising results with significant biomarker reductions. The company continues to explore additional applications for ANX005 in complement-mediated autoimmune diseases.

Annexon reported third quarter 2020 results on November 16, showcasing a cash balance of $370.7 million as of September 30, 2020, bolstered by a successful IPO. The company has initiated a Phase 2 trial for ANX005 in Huntington’s Disease and completed enrollment in a Phase 1b trial for Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). R&D expenses increased to $11.8 million and net loss widened to $15.6 million. The company is well-capitalized to advance several crucial clinical trials targeting complement-mediated diseases.

Annexon has initiated a Phase 2 study for its monoclonal antibody ANX005, targeting Huntington's Disease (HD). The trial aims to dose 24 patients and assess safety, tolerability, and biomarkers related to neurodegeneration. ANX005 works by inhibiting C1q, a protein implicated in synapse loss and neuroinflammation. The company, focused on complement-mediated disorders, anticipates initial trial results in H2 2021. It has previously received fast track and orphan drug designations for ANX005 in Guillain-Barré Syndrome.