Natera Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA) presented significant data on its Prospera™ and Renasight™ tests during the American Transplant Congress (ATC) 2022, showcasing advancements in detecting kidney transplant rejection. The two-threshold algorithm for the Prospera test demonstrated superior performance over the traditional dd-cfDNA percentage, with AUC scores of 0.88 and 0.82 against molecular and histological biopsy assessments, respectively. Natera's commitment to innovation is underscored by the presentation of 14 sessions and 13 peer-reviewed papers over the past year, enhancing its leadership in transplant diagnostics.

Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA) announced new clinical data on its Signatera molecular residual disease (MRD) test, to be presented at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting from June 3-7, 2022. Key findings include 82% detection of ctDNA pre-treatment in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients and 100% detection of relapses prior to imaging. In breast cancer, Signatera demonstrated an 88% detection rate for recurrence. Additionally, ctDNA dynamics predicted outcomes in renal cell carcinoma. These insights highlight Signatera's effectiveness in monitoring cancer treatment and detecting recurring disease.

Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA) has appointed Minetta Liu, M.D., as its new chief medical officer of oncology. Dr. Liu will lead the company's clinical and scientific efforts to establish the clinical utility of Signatera™ and integrate it into standard medical practice. Previously, she served at Mayo Clinic, contributing significantly to blood-based biomarker development. She succeeds Alexey Aleshin, now general manager for early cancer detection. This leadership change aims to enhance Natera's mission to improve cancer patient outcomes.

Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA) announced that co-founder and Executive Chairman Matthew Rabinowitz, along with his family's trust, acquired 470,000 shares of the company, investing over $10 million in the last two months. This highlights Rabinowitz's confidence in Natera's mission and future initiatives in women's health, oncology, and transplant. Additionally, executive leaders and non-employee directors have opted for 100% equity compensation for 2022. Roelof Botha, lead independent director, also invested $5 million in Natera stock recently.

Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA) reported first-quarter 2022 revenues of $194.1 million, a 27.5% increase from Q1 2021, driven primarily by strong product revenue growth of $190.0 million, reflecting a 57.8% year-over-year rise. The company processed approximately 489,300 tests, a 40.5% increase from the prior year. Following strong performance, Natera raised its 2022 revenue guidance from $770-790 million to $790-810 million. However, operating expenses rose 53.5% to $228.0 million, leading to a net loss of $138.6 million or ($1.45) per diluted share.

Natera, a leader in cell-free DNA testing, will release its Q1 2022 financial results on May 5, 2022, after market close. A conference call will follow at 1:30 PM PT to discuss these results and future outlook. The company's operations span oncology, women's health, and organ health, supported by over 100 peer-reviewed studies affirming their test accuracy. Natera is committed to integrating personalized genetic testing into standard care, thereby enhancing patient health.

Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA) announced the RenaCARE study, aiming to assess the clinical utility of its Renasight genetic testing panel for chronic kidney disease (CKD). The study is projected to enroll 2,000 patients by Q2 2022, building on previous research showing that 89% of patients with positive multi-gene tests had actionable clinical implications. With 1,600 patients enrolled across 25 sites, the study will evaluate the impact of genetic findings on patient care management, satisfaction, and genetic literacy, contributing to evidence on the value of genetic testing in CKD.

Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA) announced findings from a significant real-world study demonstrating a 21.1% positive yield for genetic findings using its Renasight™ test in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. Out of 1,007 patient samples analyzed, 220 positive results were identified across 48 genes, underscoring Renasight's effectiveness for genetic diagnoses in nephrology. The study highlights Renasight's potential to aid in clinical management and inform treatment options for the approximately 37 million U.S. adults affected by CKD.

Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA) announced the publication of its DEDUCE study in the Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation, demonstrating the effectiveness of its Prospera™ Heart test in assessing acute rejection in heart transplant patients. The study analyzed 703 prospective samples, achieving an impressive AUC of 0.86. The test shows potential to replace invasive biopsies and is backed by further trials, including NIH-supported studies anticipated to involve over 775 patients. This advancement highlights Natera's commitment to precision in heart transplant care.