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Vera Therapeutics Provides Business Update and Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Nine-month operating cash use rose to $305.9 million as Vera invested in the commercial launch of TRUTAKNA.

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Vera Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VERA) reported third-quarter 2026 net product revenue of $10.3 million following the U.S. launch of TRUTAKNA. The drug received accelerated FDA approval on July 7 to reduce proteinuria in adults with primary IgA nephropathy at risk for disease progression. Approximately 700 Patient Start Forms have been received since launch.

ORIGIN 3 met all prespecified endpoints, with a 76% reduction in composite kidney disease progression risk versus placebo through two years. Vera submitted its application for full approval on November 3 and expects potential approval in mid-2027, subject to FDA review. Quarterly net loss widened to $93.7 million from $80.3 million a year earlier. Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities totaled $384.0 million at September 30; an October debt draw added $75 million. Vera plans a European marketing application in Q1 2027.

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  • Major pointFDA accelerated approval on July 7, 2026 enabled TRUTAKNA’s U.S. launch for eligible adults with primary IgAN.
  • Major pointORIGIN 3 met all prespecified endpoints, including kidney filtration measures and composite kidney disease progression.
  • Moderate pointTRUTAKNA net revenue reached $10.3 million in Q3 2026, versus no product revenue a year earlier.
  • Moderate pointFull-approval application submitted November 3, 2026, based on ORIGIN 3 final efficacy results.
  • Moderate pointQ3 research and development expense fell to $41.3 million from $56.5 million a year earlier.
  • Moderate pointOctober debt draw provided $75 million, bringing September 30 liquidity to $459 million on a pro forma basis. 3.3% of market cap
7 minor points
  • Minor pointApproximately 700 Patient Start Forms have been received since TRUTAKNA’s launch.
  • Minor pointComposite kidney disease progression risk fell 76% versus placebo through two years in ORIGIN 3.
  • Minor pointAnnual kidney filtration decline through 104 weeks was -0.6 versus -5.6 mL/min/1.73m²/year with placebo; difference 5.0, p<0.0001.
  • Minor pointORIGIN 3 safety was described by Vera as favorable and generally comparable to placebo.
  • Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.European marketing application planned for Q1 2027 for standard marketing authorisation.
  • Minor pointPIONEER interim adult IgAN and primary membranous nephropathy results support continued investigation, in Vera’s assessment.
  • Minor pointUp to $350 million remains available under the debt facility, subject to conditions.

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  • Moderate pointQ3 net loss widened to $93.7 million, or $1.30 per share, versus $80.3 million, or $1.26.
  • Moderate pointNine-month operating cash use rose to $305.9 million from $171.1 million, primarily reflecting launch investment.
  • Moderate pointCash, cash equivalents and marketable securities fell to $384.042 million from $714.589 million at December 31, 2025.
  • Moderate pointQ3 selling, general and administrative expense rose to $61.4 million from $27.5 million, reflecting launch investment.
  • Moderate pointOctober borrowing added $75 million of debt under Vera’s debt facility. 3.3% of market cap
11 minor points
  • Minor pointNine-month net loss widened to $324.216 million, or $4.51 per share, versus $208.518 million, or $3.27.
  • Minor pointNine-month selling, general and administrative expense rose to $152.961 million from $65.321 million a year earlier.
  • Minor pointNine-month research and development expense rose to $187.344 million from $155.946 million a year earlier.
  • Minor pointQ3 cost of sales was $3.296 million, versus none a year earlier.
  • Minor pointQ3 operating loss widened to $95.702 million from $83.932 million a year earlier.
  • Minor pointNine-month operating loss widened to $333.324 million from $221.267 million a year earlier.
  • Minor pointQ3 other income, net fell to $1.991 million from $3.639 million a year earlier.
  • Minor pointNine-month other income, net fell to $9.108 million from $12.749 million a year earlier.
  • Minor pointRemaining debt-facility availability is conditional on satisfaction of certain conditions.
  • Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Potential full approval expected in mid-2027 remains subject to FDA review of the supplemental application.
  • Minor pointTRUTAKNA’s label warns of immunosuppression, infection and immunization risks; trial infections occurred in 32% versus 28% with placebo.

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Vera says up to $350 million remains available under its debt facility, subject to conditions; that is potential additional borrowing capacity, not cash already received or a completed draw.

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Key Figures

Net product revenue: $10.3 million Composite kidney disease progression risk reduction: 76% Annualized eGFR slope: -0.6 vs. -5.6 mL/min/1.73m²/year; treatment difference 5.0 mL/min/1.73m²/year +5 more
Net product revenue
$10.3 million
Q3 2026; no product revenue in the prior-year period
Composite kidney disease progression risk reduction
76%
ORIGIN 3 versus placebo through two years
Annualized eGFR slope
-0.6 vs. -5.6 mL/min/1.73m²/year; treatment difference 5.0 mL/min/1.73m²/year
ORIGIN 3 through 104 weeks; p<0.0001
Net loss
$93.7 million
Q3 2026
Net cash used in operating activities
$305.9 million
Nine months ended September 30, 2026
Cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities
$384.0 million
As of September 30, 2026
sBLA submission
November 3, 2026
Completed submission for full approval of TRUTAKNA in adults with primary IgAN
Potential full approval
Mid-2027
Expected, subject to FDA review of the sBLA

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Key Terms

accelerated approval, proteinuria, igan
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accelerated approval regulatory
"following July 7 accelerated approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration"
Accelerated approval is a process that allows new medical treatments to be approved more quickly than usual if they address serious or life-threatening conditions and show promising early results. For investors, it signals that a treatment may reach the market sooner, potentially boosting a company's prospects, but it also involves some uncertainty since full evidence of effectiveness is still being gathered.
proteinuria medical
"TRUTAKNA to reduce proteinuria in adults with primary IgAN"
Proteinuria is when abnormal amounts of protein are found in a person's urine. It can be a sign that the kidneys aren't working properly, since healthy kidneys usually prevent most proteins from passing into urine. Detecting proteinuria helps doctors identify and monitor kidney problems early.
igan medical
"adults with primary IgAN at risk for disease progression"
IgAN, short for IgA nephropathy, is a chronic kidney disease in which an immune protein called IgA builds up in the kidneys, slowly damaging the filters that remove waste from the blood. Think of it as rust accumulating in a water filter: over time the filter clogs and performance declines. It matters to investors because it is a leading cause of kidney failure with large unmet treatment needs, driving clinical development, regulatory milestones, and potential market opportunity for new therapies.

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  • TRUTAKNA® (atacicept-vymj) U.S. launch building early momentum following July 7 accelerated approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) with approximately 700 Patient Start Forms (PSFs) to date and $10.3 million of net product revenue in Q3.
  • ORIGIN 3 final efficacy analysis demonstrated stabilization of kidney function and a 76% reduction in risk of composite kidney disease progression versus placebo through two years; data was presented as a late-breaking oral presentation at the opening plenary session at ASN Kidney Week 2026 with a simultaneous publication in The New England Journal of Medicine.
  • Completed supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) submission to the FDA for full approval of TRUTAKNA in adults with primary IgAN.
  • Management to host a live investor webcast at 4:30 p.m. ET on November 5, 2026.

BRISBANE, Calif., Nov. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vera Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VERA), a commercial-stage biotechnology company, today reported its business highlights and financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026.

“We are excited by the early momentum of the TRUTAKNA launch, which exemplifies our long-standing confidence in its potential to become a foundational therapy in IgAN. Our transition to a commercial-stage company marks a new chapter for Vera, as we deliver on our commitment to people living with IgAN,” said Marshall Fordyce, M.D., Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Vera Therapeutics. “We recently presented the final efficacy results from the ORIGIN 3 trial at ASN Kidney Week 2026, strengthening the clinical foundation for TRUTAKNA. The stabilization of kidney function at the physiologic rate and significant reduction in risk of composite kidney disease progression through two years reinforce the potential for TRUTAKNA to change the course of IgAN and supported our recent submission of an sBLA for full FDA approval.”

“Our team is executing on the launch priorities we established for TRUTAKNA, with growing interest from the IgAN community and approximately 700 PSFs received since launch,” added Matt Skelton, Chief Commercial Officer of Vera Therapeutics. “We are encouraged by the payer coverage policies taking shape. Our focus remains on expanding access and ensuring nephrologists have the tools and education they need to help eligible patients begin treatment with TRUTAKNA.”

Third Quarter 2026 and Recent Business Highlights

  • Received FDA accelerated approval on July 7, 2026 for TRUTAKNA to reduce proteinuria in adults with primary IgAN at risk for disease progression. There are approximately 160,000 diagnosed IgAN patients in the U.S., roughly 75% of whom are commercially insured.
  • Launched TRUTAKNA in the U.S., drawing on a cross-functional team experienced in rare disease and kidney therapies. Received approximately 700 PSFs to date following TRUTAKNA’s accelerated approval.
  • Presented detailed ORIGIN 3 final efficacy results as a late-breaking oral presentation at the opening plenary session of ASN Kidney Week 2026 with a simultaneous publication in The New England Journal of Medicine.1 TRUTAKNA met all prespecified endpoints, including eGFR change from baseline and annualized slope, and risk reduction in composite kidney disease progression events. Through 104 weeks, the annualized eGFR slope was -0.6 mL/min/1.73m²/year with TRUTAKNA compared with -5.6 mL/min/1.73m²/year with placebo, a treatment difference of 5.0 mL/min/1.73m²/year (p<0.0001). The ORIGIN 3 safety profile was favorable, and generally comparable to placebo.
  • Presented interim results from the adult IgAN and primary membranous nephropathy (pMN) cohorts of the Phase 2 PIONEER basket trial of atacicept as a late-breaking research oral presentation and outlined the trial’s evaluation of pediatric patients with IgAN in an informational poster at ASN Kidney Week 2026. These interim results support the continued investigation of atacicept in antibody-mediated glomerular diseases.
  • Completed supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) submission to the FDA on November 3, 2026 for full approval of TRUTAKNA in adults with primary IgAN, based on the ORIGIN 3 final efficacy analysis.

Anticipated Upcoming Milestones

  • Potential full approval of TRUTAKNA in adults with primary IgAN, subject to FDA review of the sBLA, expected in mid-2027.
  • Planned Marketing Authorisation Application submission to the European Medicines Agency expected in Q1 2027 for standard marketing authorisation.

Financial Results for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2026

For the quarter ended September 30, 2026, Vera Therapeutics reported net product revenue of $10.3 million, compared with the prior year period during which no product revenue was reported. Vera Therapeutics reported a net loss of $93.7 million, or $1.30 per share, compared with a net loss of $80.3 million, or $1.26 per share, for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. Research and development expenses were $41.3 million, compared with $56.5 million in the prior-year quarter. The decrease was primarily due to a reduction in contract manufacturing expenses, as manufacturing costs for TRUTAKNA commercial supply, which were previously categorized as research and development expense, have been capitalized as inventory since its accelerated approval on July 7, 2026. Selling, general and administrative expenses were $61.4 million, compared with $27.5 million during the prior year period, reflecting investment in the commercial launch of TRUTAKNA.

During the nine months ended September 30, 2026, net cash used in operating activities was $305.9 million, compared to $171.1 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, primarily due to increased investment in the commercial launch of TRUTAKNA.

Vera Therapeutics reported $384.0 million in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities as of September 30, 2026. In late October, the Company drew $75 million under its debt facility. On a pro forma basis, adjusting solely to reflect the October borrowing as if it had occurred on September 30, the Company’s balance of cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities would have been $459 million. As of today, up to $350 million remain available under its debt facility, subject to satisfaction of certain conditions.

Investor Webcast
The Company’s management team will host a live investor webcast at 4:30 p.m. ET today, November 5, 2026, to discuss the third quarter 2026 financial results and business updates. The live webcast can be accessed directly here and through the Investors & Media section of the Company’s website at https://ir.veratx.com. A replay will be available on the Company’s website following the live event.

TRUTAKNA (atacicept-vymj) Indication

TRUTAKNA (atacicept-vymj) is indicated to reduce proteinuria in adults with primary immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) at risk for disease progression.

This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on reduction of proteinuria. It has not been established whether TRUTAKNA slows kidney function decline over the long-term in patients with IgAN. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory clinical trial.

Important Safety Information

Contraindications: TRUTAKNA is contraindicated in patients with serious hypersensitivity to atacicept-vymj or any excipients of TRUTAKNA.

Warnings and Precautions

Immunosuppression and Increased Risk of Infections: TRUTAKNA suppresses the immune system by reducing antibody production, which may increase the risk of infections. Patients with chronic infection or recurring infections may have an increased risk of serious infection. In clinical trials, infections were reported in 32% of TRUTAKNA patients compared with 28% of placebo patients.

Before initiating TRUTAKNA, assess patients for active infections. Delay TRUTAKNA administration in patients with active infection until the infection resolves or is adequately treated. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of infection during treatment with TRUTAKNA. If a serious infection develops, consider interrupting TRUTAKNA until the infection is controlled.

The concomitant use of TRUTAKNA and other immune-modulating therapies has not been evaluated. Concomitant use of TRUTAKNA with drugs that affect the immune system, including systemic corticosteroids, may increase the risk of infection.

Immunosuppression and Immunization Risk: TRUTAKNA may interfere with the immune response to vaccines and increase the risk of infection from live vaccines. Prior to initiating treatment with TRUTAKNA, complete all age-appropriate immunizations. Live vaccines are not recommended within 30 days prior to initiation or during treatment with TRUTAKNA as safety of coadministration has not been established.

Adverse Reactions: The most common adverse reactions (≥5%) in patients treated with TRUTAKNA and placebo, respectively, were infections (32% vs 28%) and local administration reactions (30% vs 5%). The most common infection was upper respiratory tract infection (12% vs 9%), and the most common local administration reactions were injection site reaction (19% vs 2%) and injection site erythema (6% vs 1%).

Use in Specific Populations

Pregnancy: Available data on TRUTAKNA used in pregnant women exposed during clinical trials are insufficient to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes.

Based on the mechanism of action, TRUTAKNA may cause immunosuppression in the in utero-exposed infant. Consider the potential clinical impact of TRUTAKNA exposure in infants exposed in utero. Pregnant women exposed to TRUTAKNA, or their healthcare provider, should report TRUTAKNA exposure by calling 1-833-633-8372.

Pediatric Use: The safety and effectiveness of TRUTAKNA in pediatric patients have not been established.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. You may also report side effects to Vera Therapeutics at 1-833-MED-VERA or medinfo@veratx.com.

Please see full Prescribing Information for additional Important Safety Information.

About TRUTAKNA

TRUTAKNA, a B-cell activating factor (BAFF) and A proliferation-inducing ligand (APRIL) inhibitor, is a soluble recombinant fusion protein containing the human transmembrane activator and calcium-modulating cyclophilin ligand interactor (TACI) receptor that binds to the cytokines BAFF and APRIL.2 BAFF and APRIL are key cytokines that activate B cells and drive IgAN pathophysiology. In IgAN, activated B cells produce both the antigen and associated antibodies that result in the production of damaging IgA immune complexes. The overlapping roles of BAFF and APRIL in activating B cells support the potential for TRUTAKNA as a disease-modifying therapy.3 TRUTAKNA is self-administered as an at-home, small-volume (1 ml), 150 mg once-weekly autoinjector.

TRUTAKNA TRU SUPPORT™ Patient Support Program

We are dedicated to ensuring that eligible IgAN patients can access the first approved therapy that targets both BAFF and APRIL. TRUTAKNA TRU SUPPORT, our patient support program, offers insurance coverage assistance, financial assistance options for eligible patients, and educational resources designed to support patient access and care. Eligible commercially insured patients may pay as little as $0 out of pocket through our copay assistance program. More information is available on https://trutaknatrusupport.com/patient.

About IgAN

IgAN is a serious, progressive, immune-mediated kidney disease and a leading cause of chronic kidney disease and kidney failure worldwide.3,4 Approximately 2.5 adults per 100,000 worldwide are diagnosed with IgAN each year, most often between 30 and 40 years of age.5,6 Over time, IgAN can lead to irreversible kidney damage and may ultimately require dialysis or kidney transplantation. At least 50% of patients may progress to kidney failure or death within 10 to 20 years of diagnosis.4

About Vera Therapeutics

Vera Therapeutics is a commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on the pursuit of truth in science to transform medicine in autoimmune disease, starting with the kidney. Vera Therapeutics’ flagship commercial product is TRUTAKNA (atacicept-vymj), a BAFF and APRIL inhibitor indicated to reduce proteinuria in adults with primary IgA nephropathy at risk for disease progression. Beyond IgAN, Vera Therapeutics is evaluating additional diseases where the reduction of autoantibodies through inhibition of BAFF and APRIL may prove clinically meaningful. Vera Therapeutics was founded in 2016 and is based in Brisbane, California. To learn more, visit www.veratx.com.

Forward-looking Statements

Statements contained in this press release regarding matters, events or results that may occur in the future are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include statements regarding, among other things, the potential for TRUTAKNA to stabilize kidney function; TRUTAKNA’s potential to become a foundational therapy in IgAN; the potential for TRUTAKNA to change the course of IgAN; how payer coverage policies will address TRUTAKNA; the potential for TRUTAKNA to receive full approval from the FDA and the timing of such approval; Vera Therapeutics’ plan to submit a Marketing Authorisation Application to the European Medicines Agency and the timing of such submission; the availability and conditions of additional borrowing capacity under Vera Therapeutics’ debt facility; the potential for TRUTAKNA to be a disease-modifying therapy; and the plans, commitments, aspirations and goals under the caption “About Vera Therapeutics”. Words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “expect,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “will” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon Vera Therapeutics’ current expectations and involve assumptions that may never materialize or may prove to be incorrect. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of various risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, risks related to the regulatory approval process; risks related to commercial launch, market acceptance, and payer coverage; results of earlier clinical trials may not be obtained in later clinical trials; preliminary results may not be predictive of topline results; risks and uncertainties associated with Vera Therapeutics’ business in general; the impact of macroeconomic and geopolitical events; and the other risks described in Vera Therapeutics’ filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date on which they were made and are based on management’s assumptions and estimates as of such date. Vera Therapeutics undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made, except as required by law.

References

1. Barratt J, et al. N Engl J Med 2026. doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2610103.

2. TRUTAKNA™ Prescribing Information. Brisbane, CA: Vera Therapeutics, Inc.; Revised July 2026.

3. Cheung CK, Barratt J, Liew A, Zhang H, Tesar V, Lafayette R. The role of BAFF and APRIL in IgA nephropathy: pathogenic mechanisms and targeted therapies. Front Nephrol. 2024;3:1346769. Published 2024 Feb 1. doi:10.3389/fneph.2023.1346769

4. Pitcher D, Braddon F, Hendry B, et al. Long-Term Outcomes in IgA Nephropathy. Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2023;18(6):727-738. doi:10.2215/CJN.0000000000000135

5. McGrogan A, Franssen CF, de Vries CS. The incidence of primary glomerulonephritis worldwide: a systematic review of the literature. Nephrol Dial Transplant. 2011;26(2):414-430. doi:10.1093/ndt/gfq665

6. Jarrick S, Lundberg S, Welander A, et al. Mortality in IgA Nephropathy: A Nationwide Population-Based Cohort Study. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2019;30(5):866-876. doi:10.1681/ASN.2018101017

For more information, please contact:
Investor Contact:
Joshua Qin
Vera Therapeutics
650-360-6978
ir@veratx.com

Media Contact:
Debra Charlesworth
Vera Therapeutics
415-854-8051
corporatecommunications@veratx.com

   
VERA THERAPEUTICS, INC.
Condensed Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
   
 Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
  2026  2025  2026  2025 
Revenue:    
Product revenue, net$10,277  — $10,277  — 
Operating expenses:    
Cost of sales 3,296  —  3,296  — 
Research and development 41,253  56,473  187,344  155,946 
Selling, general and administrative 61,430  27,459  152,961  65,321 
Total operating expenses 105,979  83,932  343,601  221,267 
Loss from operations (95,702) (83,932) (333,324) (221,267)
Other income, net 1,991  3,639  9,108  12,749 
Net loss$(93,711)$(80,293)$(324,216)$(208,518)
Change in unrealized gain (loss) on marketable securities (301) 354  (1,490) 488 
Comprehensive loss (94,012) (79,939) (325,706) (208,030)
     
Net loss per share attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted$(1.30)$(1.26)$(4.51)$(3.27)
Weighted-average shares used in computing net loss per share attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted 72,126,588  63,847,055  71,816,111  63,769,948 


   
VERA THERAPEUTICS, INC.
Condensed Balance Sheets
(in thousands)
(Unaudited)
   
 September 30, 2026December 31, 2025
Assets  
Current assets:  
Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities$384,042 $714,589 
Accounts receivable, net 11,981  — 
Inventory 7,078  — 
Prepaid expenses and other assets, current 38,184  14,294 
Total current assets 441,285  728,883 
Intangible assets, net 20,499  — 
Other assets, noncurrent 3,968  5,850 
Total assets$465,752 $734,733 
   
Liabilities and stockholders’ equity  
Current liabilities:  
Accounts payable 20,173  21,898 
Accrued expenses and other liabilities, current 35,602  31,557 
Total current liabilities 55,775  53,455 
Long-term debt 75,434  74,838 
Other liabilities, noncurrent 1,357  1,919 
Total liabilities 132,566  130,212 
   
Stockholders’ equity:  
Common stock 72  71 
Additional paid-in capital 1,418,899  1,364,529 
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income (704) 786 
Accumulated deficit (1,085,081) (760,865)
Total stockholders’ equity 333,186  604,521 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity$465,752 $734,733 



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How much TRUTAKNA revenue did Vera Therapeutics report for Q3 2026?

Vera reported $10.3 million in net product revenue for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, compared with no product revenue in the prior-year quarter. TRUTAKNA received accelerated FDA approval on July 7, 2026, and approximately 700 Patient Start Forms have been received since launch.

What did Vera Therapeutics report from the ORIGIN 3 final efficacy analysis?

ORIGIN 3 met all prespecified endpoints and showed a 76% reduction in composite kidney disease progression risk versus placebo through two years. Through 104 weeks, the annualized estimated glomerular filtration rate slope—a measure of kidney filtration change—was -0.6 with TRUTAKNA versus -5.6 mL/min/1.73m²/year with placebo, a treatment difference of 5.0 mL/min/1.73m²/year (p<0.0001).

Why did Vera Therapeutics’ Q3 2026 research and development expense decline?

The decrease primarily reflected lower contract manufacturing expenses after commercial-supply manufacturing costs began being capitalized as inventory following TRUTAKNA’s July 7, 2026 accelerated approval. Those costs had previously been classified as research and development expense. Quarterly research and development expense was $41.3 million, compared with $56.5 million a year earlier.

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