Novocure Stock Price, News & Analysis

Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) announced that the U.S. FDA granted breakthrough designation for its NovoTTF-200T System to treat advanced liver cancer in combination with atezolizumab and bevacizumab. This designation allows Novocure to engage closely with FDA experts during the regulatory review process. The breakthrough status is supported by clinical data from the phase 2 pilot HEPANOVA trial, indicating TTFields may extend survival in patients with unresectable liver cancer. However, TTFields' use for this indication remains investigational.

Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) announces participation in the 2021 Wells Fargo Virtual Healthcare Conference on September 10, 2021. Chief Financial Officer Ashley Cordova and Chief Commercial Officer Pritesh Shah will engage in a fireside chat at 10:40 a.m. EDT and hold one-on-one investor meetings. The event's audio webcast will be live on Novocure's Investor Relations page and available for replay for 14 days. Novocure focuses on extending cancer survival with Tumor Treating Fields, an innovative therapy targeting aggressive cancers.

Novocure has appointed William (Bill) Burke as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective September 1, 2021. Burke, who joined Novocure in 2014, previously served as Senior VP of Global Human Resources and is credited with supporting the company’s expansion from fewer than 500 employees to over 1,100 in five years. This leadership change is viewed as a strategic move to enhance employee engagement as Novocure anticipates significant growth. The company specializes in innovative cancer therapies, including Tumor Treating Fields, to improve survival rates in aggressive cancers.

Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) reported Q2 2021 financial results, revealing net revenues of $133.5 million, a 15% increase from Q2 2020, with a gross profit of $104.9 million and a 79% gross margin. However, net loss totaled $14.6 million, a significant decline from last year's profit. Active patients rose by 6% to 3,487. Notable milestones include FDA approval for the LUNAR trial in non-small cell lung cancer and promising HEPANOVA trial results. Novocure remains focused on strategic investments to enhance growth across various oncology treatments.

Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) has announced the recipients of the 3rd Annual AACR-Novocure Grants for Tumor Treating Fields Research program, allocating over $2 million towards innovative cancer research. This grant initiative, in partnership with the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), aims to enhance knowledge of Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) and their application in cancer treatment. Notable recipients include Professor Maurizio D'Incalci, who will explore TTFields' impact on malignant pleural mesothelioma. The program includes six research grants and two career development awards, with funding ranging from $100,000 to $250,000.

Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) will report its second quarter 2021 financial results on July 29, 2021, before U.S. markets open. A conference call will follow at 8 a.m. EDT, where management will discuss the results for the three and six months ending June 30, 2021. Domestic callers can join by dialing 855-442-6895, while international callers can use 509-960-9037 with conference ID 1926805. All materials related to the event will be accessible on Novocure's investor relations website for at least 14 days after the call.

Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) reported final results from its phase 2 HEPANOVA trial for treating advanced hepatocellular cancer using Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) with sorafenib. The trial showed a 76% disease control rate and 9.5% objective response rate in 21 evaluable patients, surpassing historical controls. Among patients completing 12 weeks of TTFields, the disease control rate rose to 91%. The data will be presented at the ESMO World Congress. Novocure plans a randomized controlled trial to further explore TTFields and its combination with immunotherapy.

Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) has initiated a clinical usability study for a new flexible torso array designed to enhance patient comfort during treatment. This updated array aims to improve skin adhesion, motion, and reduce irritation, with the study expected to conclude in Q3 2021. Alongside this, Novocure has launched MyLink™, allowing patients to download usage data, and a second-generation Tumor Treating Fields generator aimed at improving portability for torso patients. The company emphasizes its commitment to innovation and enhancing patient quality of life.

Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) has entered a clinical trial collaboration with GT Medical Technologies to explore the combination of Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) and GammaTile Therapy for treating recurrent glioblastoma (GBM). This phase 2 pilot study aims to enroll around 55 patients in the U.S., focusing on progression-free survival as the primary endpoint. The collaboration seeks to establish the effectiveness of TTFields in enhancing the outcomes of radiation therapy, potentially improving survival rates for recurrent GBM patients.