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Enanta Pharmaceuticals' Zelicapavir Shows Promise in Pediatric RSV Trial

• Enanta Pharmaceuticals' zelicapavir achieved a significant 0.7 log reduction in peak viral load on Day 9 in a Phase 2 trial for pediatric RSV patients. • The RSVPEDs study included both hospitalized and non-hospitalized children aged 28 days to 36 months, with consistent results across age groups. • H.C. Wainwright revised its model for Enanta, reducing the price target to $18.00 while maintaining a Buy rating based on the RSVPEDs study data. • Enanta is appealing a court decision that ruled against them in a patent infringement lawsuit with Pfizer over Paxlovid, impacting the company's financial outlook.

Enanta Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: ENTA) recently announced positive results from its Phase 2 RSVPEDs trial evaluating zelicapavir for the treatment of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in pediatric patients. The trial, involving children aged 28 days to 36 months, demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in viral load, marking a potentially important advancement in pediatric RSV treatment.
The RSVPEDs study met its primary virology endpoint, showing a 0.7 log reduction in peak viral load on Day 9 compared to placebo. This reduction was consistent across different age subgroups and in both hospitalized and outpatient settings. These findings suggest that zelicapavir could offer a therapeutic benefit for a broad range of pediatric patients affected by RSV.

Analyst Adjustments and Market Reaction

Following the release of the RSVPEDs data, H.C. Wainwright adjusted its price target for Enanta to $18.00, down from $27.00, while reiterating a Buy rating on the stock. This adjustment reflects revisions to the firm's financial model based on the latest clinical trial results. Other analyst activity includes Leerink Partners raising Enanta's price target to $12 from $10, and Baird reducing its price target to $20 from $26, maintaining an Outperform rating.

Legal Challenges and Financial Performance

Enanta is currently facing a legal challenge after the United States District Court of Massachusetts ruled in favor of Pfizer in a patent infringement lawsuit concerning Pfizer's COVID-19 drug, Paxlovid. Enanta intends to appeal this decision, which could have significant financial implications for the company. Recent financial data indicates a 14.61% decline in Enanta's revenue over the last twelve months.

Broader Pipeline and Future Prospects

Beyond zelicapavir, Enanta is also developing EDP-323, another treatment candidate for RSV, and has nominated EPS-1421 as the development candidate for its KIT inhibitor program. The company's pipeline reflects a commitment to addressing unmet needs in infectious diseases and other therapeutic areas. The market is keenly observing the progress of zelicapavir, especially its potential to address the significant burden of RSV in pediatric populations.
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Enanta Pharmaceuticals stock remains Buy-rated with Phase 2 data driving model revisions
investing.com · Dec 24, 2024

H.C. Wainwright adjusted Enanta Pharmaceuticals' price target to $18 from $27, maintaining a Buy rating. Enanta's RSVPED...

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