Biogen Idec (BIIB)

In a move that signals a decisive shift away from its traditional focus on neuroscience, Biogen (NASDAQ: BIIB) announced today, March 31, 2026, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Apellis Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: APLS) for approximately $5.6 billion in cash. The deal, valued at $41 per

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Date: March 31, 2026 Introduction In the spring of 2026, the global pharmaceutical landscape is increasingly defined by the gravitational pull of a single entity: Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY). Once a steady mid-tier giant known for insulin and antidepressants, Lilly has transformed into the world’s first trillion-dollar healthcare titan. Today’s announcement—a definitive $6.3 [...]

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. and WALTHAM, Mass., March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) and Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: APLS) today announced the companies have entered into a definitive agreement under which Biogen has agreed to acquire all outstanding shares of Apellis for $41.00 per share in cash at closing, or approximately $5.6 billion. Apellis stockholders will also receive a nontransferable CVR for each Apellis share held, entitling the holder to receive two payments of $2 per share each, contingent on certain annual global net sales thresholds being met for SYFOVRE®.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) today announced that the High Dose Regimen of SPINRAZA® (nusinersen), which is comprised of 50 mg/5 mL and 28 mg/5 mL doses, was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Backed by more than 10 years of clinical data supporting the Low Dose Regimen of SPINRAZA (12 mg), High Dose SPINRAZA was designed to deliver a higher concentration of drug through both the loading and maintenance dosing phases, to provide a new option in response to the ongoing needs of the community.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) announced positive results from the Phase 2 part of the AMETHYST Phase 2/3 study (Part A) of litifilimab in people living with cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE). Litifilimab is the first humanized IgG1 monoclonal antibody (mAb) targeting blood dendritic cell antigen 2 (BDCA2), which has the potential to become the first innovative therapy approved for CLE in 70 years. Part A of AMETHYST evaluated the efficacy and safety of litifilimab through week 24, with reductions in skin disease activity reported across several measures. Results are consistent with the earlier positive Phase 2 LILAC study reported in The New England Journal of Medicine. Phase 2 results from LILAC and AMETHYST supported litifilimab’s recently granted U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Breakthrough Therapy Designation. Results are being presented today at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting.

On March 25, 2026, the landscape of neurodegenerative medicine underwent a seismic shift. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted accelerated approval to Denali Therapeutics (NASDAQ: DNLI) for its lead asset, AVLAYAH™ (tividenofusp alfa-eknm). This represents more than just a new treatment for Hunter Syndrome; it marks the first time in medical history that [...]

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) today announced upcoming scientific presentations at the 2026 American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting, taking place March 27-31. Late-breaking data from Part A (Phase 2) of the AMETHYST Phase 2/3 study will be presented that highlight litifilimab’s effect on cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) disease activity. Litifilimab is a potential first in-class, monoclonal antibody (mAb) targeting blood dendritic cell antigen 2 (BDCA2) and was the first investigational therapy to show positive results in CLE, as shown in the Phase 2 LILAC study. Additional presentations at AAD will provide new insights into measures used to assess the severity of CLE disease activity in both clinical trials and clinical practice.

This clinical-stage biotech develops oncology therapeutics and partners with leading institutions in cancer and immunology research.

This biotech specializes in precision therapies for rare genetic diseases, with a pipeline targeting oncology and hematology indications.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) presented additional results from the Phase 1b study of salanersen, an investigational novel antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) given once a year for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), at the 2026 Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Clinical & Scientific Conference. The study evaluated salanersen in children who had suboptimal clinical status despite prior administration of gene therapy (onasemnogene abeparvovec-xioi). Salanersen was generally well-tolerated. Participants experienced a slowing of neurodegeneration and functional improvement, including achievement of new World Health Organization (WHO) motor milestones, following initiation of salanersen. These new results include a minimum of one year of follow-up for all participants, building on the interim study data presented at Cure SMA 2025. The company also presented the study designs of the Phase 3 salanersen clinical trials.

As of March 10, 2026, the biopharmaceutical sector is witnessing a historic realignment in the neurology space, spearheaded by the Canadian-born clinical powerhouse Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: XENE). Long a favorite of biotech specialists for its deep expertise in ion-channel biology, Xenon has officially transitioned from a "high-potential" R&D firm to a "pre-commercial" titan following [...]

Let’s dig into the relative performance of Biogen (NASDAQ:BIIB) and its peers as we unravel the now-completed Q4 therapeutics earnings season. Over the next ...

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) – will present new data and updates from its spinal muscle atrophy (SMA) research programs, including high dose nusinersen and salanersen, at the 2026 Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Clinical & Scientific Conference (March 8-11, 2026) and 5th International Scientific Congress on SMA (SMA Europe 2026; March 11-14, 2026).

–Results show that targeting the underlying cause of Dravet syndrome with zorevunersen may improve outcomes for people with this rare, devastating genetic neurodevelopmental disease–

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Biogen’s fourth-quarter results were received positively by the market, as the company exceeded Wall Street’s revenue and non-GAAP profit expectations despite a year-over-year decline in sales. Management attributed performance to robust growth in its newer product portfolio, particularly Lekembi, Skyclaris, Xerxuve, and Calcadi, which collectively surpassed $1 billion in annual revenue. CEO Christopher Viehbacher pointed to successful expansion of VUMERITY within the multiple sclerosis segment and highlighted that, "Biogen is functioning and firing on all cylinders, and doing very well," as the company pivots its commercial focus toward growth products and away from legacy assets.

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Caroline Dorsa to retire from the Biogen Board of Directors; Dr. Maria C. Freire, Director since 2021, elected as new Chair

Biotech company Biogen (NASDAQ:BIIB) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 7.1% year on year to $2.28 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.99 per share was 22.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.