Covid-19 vaccine developers remind the world that setbacks happen
As Biontech and Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine gets a positive US vote, delays for Sanofi, Glaxo and CSL show that top-speed drug development is the exception.
No buyout for Uniqure
But a licensing deal with CSL could have underappreciated benefits, even if expectations were for something much bigger.
Setback lays bare Novo’s need in haemophilia
Novo Nordisk is in danger of being left behind in haemophilia, and new safety fears around its lead R&D project make this more likely. But could a setback prompt deal…
Coronavirus stock hype proves infectious
Coronavirus-focused investors have willingly backed bona fide development and egregious publicity stunts alike.
