Biomarin Pharmaceutical Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

BioMarin Pharmaceutical has published significant results from its Phase 3 GENEr8-1 study of valoctocogene roxaparvovec for severe hemophilia A in the New England Journal of Medicine. The study indicates an 84% reduction in the mean annualized bleeding rate (ABR) and a 99% reduction in factor VIII utilization compared to standard prophylactic therapy, both statistically significant (p < 0.001). Moreover, 90% of participants experienced fewer or no treated bleeds post-infusion. Safety data shows no new adverse events, reinforcing the potential of this gene therapy to transform treatment protocols for hemophilia A.

BioMarin Pharmaceutical reported a GAAP net loss of $57.9 million for Q4 2021, contrasting with a net income of $22.1 million in Q4 2020. Total revenues slightly declined by 1% year-over-year, totaling $449.8 million in Q4 and $1,846.3 million for the full year.

Despite this, the company anticipates a positive outlook for 2022 with projected total revenues between $2,050 to $2,150 million. The launch of Voxzogo is underway, and regulatory approvals for valoctocogene roxaparvovec gene therapy are anticipated.

BioMarin Pharmaceutical (NASDAQ: BMRN) provided updates on its gene therapy programs on February 17, 2022. The FDA has requested additional data to lift the clinical hold on the BMN 307 Phase 1/2 study for phenylketonuria, which may take several quarters to assess. Meanwhile, enrollment is complete for the Phase 3 study of valoctocogene roxaparvovec for hemophilia A, with results expected in 1H 2023. The company continues to advance multiple trials, including for BMN 331, which has received Orphan Disease Designation.

BioMarin Pharmaceutical announced participation in two virtual investor conferences on February 16, 2022. The management will present, and a live audio webcast of the presentations can be accessed at the official website. An archived version will also be available after the events. BioMarin, focusing on innovative therapies for serious rare disorders, has a diverse portfolio with seven commercial products. For more details, visit www.biomarin.com.

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ: BMRN) will host a conference call and webcast on February 23, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2021 financial results. The event will feature insights from CEO Jean-Jacques Bienaimé, covering key financial metrics and a general business update. Investors can access the live audio via the company’s investor section at www.biomarin.com. A replay will be available for one week following the call.

BioMarin Pharmaceutical has announced the sale of its Rare Pediatric Disease Priority Review Voucher for $110 million to an undisclosed purchaser. The voucher was obtained in November 2021 through the FDA program aimed at promoting treatments for rare pediatric diseases, awarded following the approval of VOXZOGO™ for treating achondroplasia. BioMarin plans to reinvest the proceeds into its pipeline of therapies and expects the sale to contribute positively to its GAAP net income in 2022.

BioMarin Pharmaceutical (NASDAQ: BMRN) announced positive outcomes from a two-year analysis of the Phase 3 GENEr8-1 study at the EAHAD Congress. The study, which involved 134 participants, showcased a significant reduction in the Annualized Bleeding Rate (ABR) by 4.1 bleeds per year (85% decrease) and a 98% reduction in the Factor VIII infusion rate. Notably, 95% of participants remained off prophylactic therapy. No major safety concerns were reported, with most adverse events being transient. These findings highlight the potential of valoctocogene roxaparvovec as a transformative treatment for severe hemophilia A.

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ: BMRN) presented data on valoctocogene roxaparvovec, an investigational gene therapy for severe hemophilia A, at the 15th Annual Virtual Congress of EAHAD from February 2-4, 2022. Key highlights include an oral presentation of a two-year analysis from the Phase 3 GENEr8-1 study, which involved 134 participants, showcasing significant safety data. Additionally, three posters related to health-related quality of life, gene transfer in participants with HIV, and patient preferences in hemophilia therapy were also shared. The presentations aim to enhance understanding of this novel treatment.

BioMarin Pharmaceutical announced promising results from its Phase 3 GENEr8-1 study of valoctocogene roxaparvovec, a gene therapy for severe hemophilia A. With 134 participants, the study demonstrated an 85% reduction in Annualized Bleeding Rate (ABR) and a significant decrease in Factor VIII infusion rates. At two years, the mean endogenous Factor VIII activity was reported at 23.0 IU/dL. No new safety concerns emerged, and the therapy was well tolerated. BioMarin plans to submit two-year follow-up safety and efficacy data to the FDA and anticipates further discussions regarding the therapy's approval.