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HUTCHMED (China) Limited (HCM) news covers the company’s ongoing work as a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical developer of targeted therapies and immunotherapies for cancer and immunological diseases. Press releases frequently describe progress across its in-house pipeline, regulatory milestones in China and abroad, and updates on marketed medicines such as ELUNATE® (fruquintinib), ORPATHYS® (savolitinib) and SULANDA® (surufatinib).
Investors and healthcare professionals following HUTCHMED news can expect detailed reports on clinical trial results, including Phase II and Phase III data in solid tumors and autoimmune hematologic diseases. Recent announcements have highlighted Phase III outcomes for savolitinib plus TAGRISSO® in EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer, topline Phase III results for sovleplenib in warm antibody autoimmune hemolytic anemia, and initiation or expansion of studies such as the Phase II/III trial of surufatinib and camrelizumab in metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.
News items also address regulatory and reimbursement developments, such as New Drug Application acceptances with priority review for savolitinib in MET-amplified gastric cancer and fanregratinib in intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, as well as inclusion of HUTCHMED-associated medicines on China’s National Reimbursement Drug List and the National Commercial Health Insurance Innovative Drug List. These updates provide context on how the company’s therapies may reach broader patient populations.
Another recurring theme is platform and pipeline strategy, including announcements about the ATTC (Antibody-Targeted Therapy Conjugate) platform and first-in-human trials of HMPL-A251, as well as presentations at major scientific meetings such as ESMO, ASH and AACR-NCI-EORTC. For those tracking HCM, this news feed offers a centralized view of clinical data readouts, partnership activities, regulatory interactions and broader R&D progress. Bookmarking this page allows readers to follow how HUTCHMED’s oncology and immunology programs evolve over time.
Innovent Biologics and HUTCHMED announced Phase 1b results for the combination of TYVYT® (sintilimab) and ELUNATE® (fruquintinib) in advanced colorectal cancer at the ASCO Annual Meeting. The study involved 44 patients with prior treatment failures, showing an objective response rate of 22.7%. Median progression-free survival was 5.6 months overall, with 6.9 months for the 5mg-intermittent dosage group. The safety profile was manageable, suggesting potential for future trials.
HUTCHMED (Nasdaq/AIM: HCM) will present updates on its ongoing studies of savolitinib, surufatinib, fruquintinib, and HMPL-306 at the ASCO21 Virtual Scientific Program from June 4-8, 2021. Key data will include analyses of savolitinib's efficacy in MET-driven metastatic renal cancer, interim results of surufatinib in neuroendocrine tumors, and preliminary findings on fruquintinib in advanced colorectal cancer. A corporate update will be provided in a call on May 26, 2021, at 9 a.m. EDT.
HUTCHMED will host a virtual investor update on May 26, 2021, at 8 a.m. EDT. Senior management will discuss product launches in China, US commercialization plans, R&D updates, and new data from the 2021 ASCO Annual Meeting. Investors can join via a live audio webcast; a replay will be available for 90 days. Following the presentation, a Q&A session will be held, with a second session for Asian investors on May 27. HUTCHMED is focused on innovative treatments for cancer and immunological diseases and has advanced ten drug candidates into clinical studies.
HUTCHMED (Nasdaq/AIM: HCM) announces that its CEO, Mr. Christian Hogg, will join a virtual fireside chat at the Bank of America 2021 Health Care Conference on May 11, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. EDT. The event will be live-streamed, and a replay will be available for 90 days. Additionally, senior management will participate in virtual one-on-one meetings at various upcoming conferences, including the MS Virtual Asia Healthcare Conference and Jefferies Virtual Global Healthcare Conference. HUTCHMED focuses on developing targeted therapies and immunotherapies for cancer treatment.
HUTCHMED (China) Limited (Nasdaq/AIM: HCM) has officially changed its name, consolidating its corporate identities into HUTCHMED (China) Limited, effective April 29, 2021. Trading under the new name will begin on May 5, 2021. The stock symbol and related identifiers remain unchanged. Shareholders are advised that their shareholdings will not be affected and existing share certificates remain valid. This name change reflects the company’s history and brand equity accumulated over the past twenty years. For more details, visit hutch-med.com.
HUTCHMED announced on May 3, 2021, the completion of a rolling submission of a New Drug Application (NDA) to the FDA for surufatinib aimed at treating pancreatic and extra-pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). This marks HUTCHMED's first NDA in the U.S., following a successful launch in China. The submission is backed by data from two positive Phase III studies in China and a U.S. study. Fast Track and Orphan Drug designations were previously granted for surufatinib. An Expanded Access Protocol has also been initiated in the U.S. for patients with limited options.
Hutchison China MediTech Limited (HCM) has launched a registration-intent Phase II clinical trial for HMPL-689, a PI3Kδ inhibitor, targeting relapsed/refractory follicular lymphoma (FL) and marginal zone lymphoma (MZL). The study will enroll approximately 180 patients across 35 sites in China, focusing on the objective response rate (ORR) as its primary endpoint. Initial Phase Ib results indicated a favorable safety profile and clinical activity, supporting further development. This trial marks a significant step in HCM's global strategy for HMPL-689, connecting to the rising incidence of NHL.
Hutchison China MediTech Limited (HCM) announced a definitive agreement for a private placement of $100 million in shares at $30.5 per American Depositary Share (ADS) to Baring Private Equity Asia. CEO Christian Hogg anticipates significant growth in oncology revenues from its drug offerings, including ELUNATE® and SULANDA®, alongside the potential approval of savolitinib. The private placement will support ongoing research and the expansion of commercialization capabilities. Following the placement, HCM's total shares will be approximately 744.5 million.
HUTCHMED (Nasdaq/AIM: HCM) has launched two international Phase I trials for HMPL-306, a dual inhibitor targeting IDH1 and IDH2 mutations in advanced solid tumors and hematological malignancies. The trials, initiated on March 25, 2021, follow a prior study in China. Each trial will evaluate safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and preliminary efficacy. This marks HMPL-306 as HUTCHMED's sixth drug candidate in global clinical development, showcasing its expanding clinical presence.
HUTCHMED announced an agreement to sell its indirect interest in Hutchison Whampoa Guangzhou Baiyunshan Chinese Medicine Company Limited for approximately $169 million. This sale enables HUTCHMED to focus on clinical development and market launches of its oncology and immunology assets. The cash received from this transaction is about 22 times HBYS' adjusted net profit of $7.7 million in 2020. The deal is subject to regulatory approval in China and is expected to close in mid-2021.