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The TAK news page on Stock Titan aggregates company-specific coverage for Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited American Depositary Shares (NYSE: TAK). Takeda’s own disclosures describe it as a values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Japan, with core therapeutic and business areas in gastrointestinal and inflammation, rare diseases, plasma-derived therapies, oncology, neuroscience and vaccines. Because of this broad focus and active pipeline, Takeda generates frequent news across clinical, regulatory, partnership and financial topics.
Recent press releases highlight late-stage clinical data and regulatory plans for several key programs. In neuroscience, Takeda has presented Phase 3 results for oveporexton (TAK-861), an investigational oral orexin receptor 2 agonist for narcolepsy type 1, showing statistically significant improvements in excessive daytime sleepiness, cataplexy and quality-of-life measures versus placebo. In immunology and dermatology, the company has reported pivotal Phase 3 data for zasocitinib (TAK-279), an investigational highly selective oral TYK2 inhibitor in moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, with studies meeting all primary and ranked secondary endpoints.
Takeda news also covers hematology and rare disease developments. Together with Protagonist Therapeutics, the company has released Phase 3 VERIFY and long-term THRIVE data for rusfertide, an investigational hepcidin mimetic for polycythemia vera, demonstrating durable hematocrit control, reduced phlebotomy requirements and maintained patient-reported outcome improvements. In nephrology, Takeda has shared Phase 1b data for mezagitamab (TAK-079) in primary IgA nephropathy, showing stable kidney function and sustained reductions in proteinuria and Gd-IgA1 levels up to 18 months after the last dose.
In vaccines, Takeda has announced seven-year Phase 3 TIDES trial data for its dengue vaccine QDENGA (TAK-003), reinforcing sustained protection against virologically confirmed dengue and dengue-related hospitalizations and supporting a two-dose regimen. Corporate and pipeline news includes strategic oncology collaborations, such as the global partnership with Innovent Biologics for late-stage assets IBI363 and IBI343, and financial updates on revenue trends, generic erosion impacts and revised full-year forecasts.
Investors and followers of TAK can use this news feed to track Takeda’s clinical milestones, regulatory filings, strategic alliances, portfolio prioritization decisions and IFRS-based financial disclosures as they are reported in press releases and SEC Form 6-K submissions.
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) has completed the sale of TachoSil® Fibrin Sealant Patch to Corza Health for €350 million. This transaction allows Corza to acquire the necessary assets and licenses for TachoSil®, while Takeda retains the manufacturing facility in Linz, Austria, and will exclusively produce TachoSil® under a long-term supply agreement. The proceeds from this sale will aid in reducing Takeda's debt as part of a strategy to achieve a target of 2x net debt/adjusted EBITDA by FY 2023.
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company has finalized the sale of a portfolio of select products in Latin America to Hypera S.A. for $825 million USD. This divestment, initially announced in March 2020, includes over-the-counter and prescription products. Approximately 300 commercial employees will transition to Hypera, while Takeda will continue to manufacture these products. Proceeds from the sale aim to reduce debt, targeting a net debt/adjusted EBITDA ratio of 2x by 2023. This sale contributes to Takeda's broader strategy, having exceeded its $10 billion non-core asset divestiture target in 2020.
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) has revealed promising new data from a Phase 1/2 trial of mobocertinib (TAK-788) for patients with EGFR Exon20 insertion+ metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (mNSCLC). The results indicate a 35% confirmed objective response rate and a median duration of response of 17.5 months in platinum-pretreated patients. Despite a manageable safety profile, mobocertinib is not yet FDA-approved. Takeda plans to submit findings to regulatory agencies globally and will host an investor briefing on January 29.
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) announced new findings from the Phase 1/2 trial of mobocertinib (TAK-788) for patients with EGFR Exon20 insertion+ metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (mNSCLC). The late-breaking results presented at the IASLC 2020 WCLC indicate a confirmed objective response rate (ORR) of 35% and a median duration of response (DoR) of 17.5 months in platinum-pretreated patients. Takeda plans to submit these data to regulatory authorities globally. Mobocertinib is not yet approved for this indication.
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) has achieved carbon neutrality in its value chain for fiscal year 2019. This milestone was reached through energy conservation, green energy procurement, and investment in verified carbon offsets. Takeda aims to reduce operational emissions by 40% by 2025 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2040. The company supports over 30 renewable energy projects across 12 countries, addressing 15 out of 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Recognized for its climate leadership, Takeda has been named on CDP’s 'A List' and Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations.
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (NYSE:TAK) has received recognition in the 2021 Access to Medicine Index, ranking sixth overall among 20 pharmaceutical companies. The company excelled in Governance of Access, R&D capacity, and health system strengthening. Notably, Takeda ranked first in Governance of Access and led the industry for R&D capacity building. Its initiatives focus on affordable access, assessed access strategies, and local healthcare programs, such as the Blueprint for Innovative Healthcare Access in Kenya and Rwanda, aimed at enhancing medicine accessibility.
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Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) provided a comprehensive update during the 39th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference. CEO Christophe Weber highlighted Takeda's strong business resilience amid COVID-19 and outlined plans for revenue growth through an innovative pipeline, targeting JPY5 trillion ($47 billion) by FY2030. Key programs, including TAK-003 for dengue and TAK-755 for thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, are expected to contribute significantly to revenue. Takeda aims to maintain investment-grade credit ratings, with a focus on cost synergies and shareholder returns.
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TSE: 4502/NYSE: TAK) is set to participate in the 39th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 11, 2021. The virtual presentation will take place at 5:20 p.m. ET and will feature CEO Christophe Weber. Investors and the public can access the live webcast here. A replay and downloadable slides will also be available on Takeda's website following the event.
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) has successfully concluded the sale of a non-core portfolio of 16 prescription products to Cheplapharm for $562 million. This divestment, originally announced in September 2020, aligns with Takeda's strategy to streamline its focus on key therapeutic areas including Gastroenterology and Oncology. Proceeds from the sale will be allocated towards reducing debt, aiming for a net debt/adjusted EBITDA ratio of 2x by 2023. Takeda has exceeded its $10 billion divestiture goal with a total of 11 deals worth approximately $11.6 billion since January 2019.