Black Diamond Therapeutics, Inc. Stock Price, News & Analysis

Black Diamond Therapeutics reported financial results for Q3 2021, with cash reserves of $235 million. The company is preparing for the Phase 2 portion of the MasterKey-01 study for BDTX-189 and anticipates an IND filing for BDTX-1535 in H1 2022. Notable pre-clinical data for both programs were showcased at the ANE International Conference. R&D expenses rose to $27.6 million, while general and administrative expenses increased to $7.7 million, influenced by headcount growth and related costs.

Black Diamond Therapeutics (Nasdaq: BDTX) presented preclinical data for three early-stage pipeline programs at the AACR-NCI-EORTC Conference. The data highlights BDTX-1535's potential to address unmet needs in NSCLC patients with resistant mutations. This brain-penetrant inhibitor showed significant tumor growth inhibition in preclinical models and is on track for an IND filing in early 2022. The BRAF and FGFR programs also demonstrated innovative approaches targeting oncogenic mutations without the adverse effects seen with standard therapies, with IND filings anticipated in 2022.

Black Diamond Therapeutics (Nasdaq: BDTX) announced pre-clinical data presentation for three pipeline programs at the AACR-NCI-EORTC Virtual International Conference on Molecular Targets and Cancer Therapeutics scheduled from October 7-10, 2021. Notably, the oral presentation will highlight BDTX-1535, a CNS-penetrant inhibitor targeting resistant EGFR mutations, with potential implications for treating osimertinib-resistant non-small cell lung cancer. The company's innovative Mutation-Allostery-Pharmacology platform aims to discover therapies targeting oncogenic mutations in genetically defined cancers.

Black Diamond Therapeutics, a leader in precision oncology, announced its CEO, David M. Epstein, will present a corporate update at the 2021 Cantor Fitzgerald Virtual Global Healthcare Conference on September 28, 2021, at 4:40 PM ET. This presentation is significant for shareholders and interested parties as it highlights the company's advancements in developing MasterKey therapies targeting undrugged mutations in genetically defined cancers. A live webcast will be available on their website with a replay accessible for three weeks.

Black Diamond Therapeutics and OpenEye Scientific have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing drug discovery through the integration of OpenEye's Orion molecular design platform with Black Diamond's proprietary MAP drug discovery engine. This collaboration will facilitate rapid simulations and analysis of protein dynamics, accelerating the development of MasterKey inhibitors targeting oncogenic mutations. The partnership includes an upfront payment and future financial arrangements based on product success. This initiative highlights the integration of computational and genomic strategies in cancer therapeutics.

Black Diamond Therapeutics (BDTX) reported second-quarter results with a cash balance of $263.5 million as of June 30, 2021, aimed to sustain operations into 2023. The company is set to commence the Phase 2 trial of BDTX-189 in the latter half of 2021 following positive initial Phase 1 data, indicating tolerability and preliminary anti-cancer activity. Additionally, BDTX-1535 is on schedule for Investigational New Drug (IND) filing in 2022. The company also witnessed a rise in R&D expenses to $26.7 million due to increased operational activities.

Black Diamond Therapeutics (BDTX) announced the appointment of Mark A. Velleca, M.D., Ph.D., to its Board of Directors. With over 20 years of experience in biotechnology, particularly in oncology, Dr. Velleca previously served as CEO of G1 Therapeutics. He is expected to enhance the company's strategic direction in precision medicine for genetically defined cancers. The leadership change aims to strengthen Black Diamond’s capabilities in drug development as it continues advancing its MasterKey therapies targeting specific oncogenic mutations.

Black Diamond Therapeutics (Nasdaq: BDTX) announced that its CEO, David M. Epstein, Ph.D., will speak at two upcoming investor conferences. The first is the 2021 Wedbush PacGrow Healthcare Conference on August 11, 2021, at 10:20 AM ET, where he will participate in a Targeted Oncology panel. The second event is the Canaccord Genuity 41st Annual Growth Conference, scheduled for August 12, 2021, at 1:00 PM ET. Webcasts of the presentations will be available on the company's website, along with replays for three weeks.

Black Diamond Therapeutics announced initial results from the Phase 1 dose-escalation study of BDTX-189 targeting advanced solid tumors with specific oncogenic alterations. The drug demonstrated a favorable safety profile, with manageable toxicities and pharmacokinetics aligning with preclinical data. Preliminary anti-cancer activity was noted in heavily pre-treated patients, including confirmed partial responses. The preliminary recommended Phase 2 dose is set at 800 mg once-daily. Further clinical development is planned, with data to be presented at the upcoming ASCO Annual Meeting.