Atara Biotherape Stock Price, News & Analysis

Atara Biotherapeutics, a leader in T-cell immunotherapy, announced that CEO Pascal Touchon will participate in a fireside chat at the H.C. Wainwright Cell Therapy Virtual Conference on February 28, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. PST. A live webcast of the presentation will be accessible on the company's website, with an archived replay available for 30 days. Atara is known for its innovative allogeneic Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) T-cell platform aimed at treating patients with serious diseases, including cancers and autoimmune disorders. The firm has advanced therapies such as tab-cel for EBV+ post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease and ATA188 for multiple sclerosis.

Atara Biotherapeutics (ATRA) reported its Q4 and full year 2022 financial results, announcing a net loss of $74.6 million for Q4 and $228.3 million for the year. The company successfully launched Ebvallo™ in Europe and has extended its cash runway into Q2 2024, with total cash and investments of $242.8 million as of December 31, 2022. Key upcoming events include the primary data readout from the Phase 2 EMBOLD study for ATA188 in October 2023. Atara has also engaged in discussions with the FDA regarding a potential BLA for tab-cel. The Chief Financial Officer is transitioning to Eric Hyllengren.

Atara Biotherapeutics has transferred the European Commission marketing authorization for EBVALLO™ (tabelecleucel), the only approved therapy for relapsed or refractory Epstein-Barr virus positive post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease (EBV+ PTLD), to Pierre Fabre. Starting immediately, Pierre Fabre will handle all commercialization activities in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, with plans to launch in the first European countries by Q1 2023. EBVALLO™ is vital for patients with limited treatment options, offering a favorable risk-benefit profile based on pivotal Phase 3 study results. Atara retains rights in major markets like North America and Asia Pacific.

Atara Biotherapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATRA), a leader in T-cell immunotherapy, will release its fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results on February 8, 2023, after market close. The company is recognized for its innovative allogeneic Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) T-cell platform, aimed at transformative therapies for patients with cancer and autoimmune diseases. Atara is making strides in creating off-the-shelf treatments, with a robust pipeline including tab-cel for EBV+ PTLD and ATA188 targeting multiple sclerosis. The company remains committed to enhancing patient lives through its advanced therapies.

Atara Biotherapeutics (NASDAQ: ATRA) recently granted restricted stock units totaling 36,750 shares and stock options for 48,300 shares to newly hired employees as part of its 2018 Inducement Plan. These awards were approved by the Compensation Committee and were granted to incentivize these new hires. The restricted stock units will vest over four years, while the stock options have a ten-year term with an exercise price of $5.13, reflecting the stock's closing price on February 1, 2023. Atara focuses on T-cell immunotherapy, particularly utilizing its EBV T-cell platform for treating serious diseases.

Atara Biotherapeutics (Nasdaq: ATRA) announced the grant of 66,800 restricted stock units to six new employees and stock options for 40,000 shares to one employee, approved by its Compensation Committee. The awards were granted under the 2018 Inducement Plan with a grant date of January 3, 2022. The restricted stock units will vest over four years, while the stock options will have a ten-year term with an exercise price of $3.28, equivalent to the January 3, 2022, closing price. Atara focuses on developing T-cell immunotherapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases, having received marketing authorization for its lead program in Europe.

Atara Biotherapeutics (NASDAQ: ATRA) announced that CEO Pascal Touchon will present at the 41st Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 11, 2023, at 3:45 PM PST in San Francisco. The company specializes in T-cell immunotherapy, focusing on treatments for cancer and autoimmune diseases, utilizing its allogeneic EBV T-cell platform. A live audio webcast of the presentation will be accessible on their website, along with an archived replay available for 30 days post-event.

Atara Biotherapeutics (ATRA) has secured a $31 million royalty interest financing agreement with HealthCare Royalty for its therapy, Ebvallo™, in Europe. This agreement is expected to extend Atara's cash runway and includes specified royalties and milestones linked to its commercialization partnership with Pierre Fabre. Additional milestones of $40 million from Pierre Fabre are also anticipated. The deal is seen as a strategic move to bolster Atara's financial position following the recent European approval of Ebvallo™ for treating a rare cancer.

Atara Biotherapeutics, Inc. announced that Carol Gallagher will replace Ron Renaud as Chair of the Board of Directors. Gallagher, a seasoned public company director, brings extensive experience, having served on Atara's Board since 2013. Renaud stepped down to focus on his new role at Bain Capital Life Sciences. Additionally, Roy Baynes will also leave the Board to pursue other opportunities. Atara’s President, Pascal Touchon, expressed confidence in Gallagher's leadership as the company continues to develop its EBV T-cell therapies aimed at serious diseases.