Jefferies has initiated coverage on Nuvation Bio Inc (NUVB) with a Buy rating, marking its first assessment of the company's investment potential. This evaluation is based on a comprehensive analysis of Nuvation Bio's business, the dynamics within the pharmaceuticals industry, and its growth prospects.
Headquartered in San Francisco, Nuvation Bio focuses on addressing unmet needs in oncology through the development of innovative therapeutic candidates. The company has a market capitalization of $2.5 billion and reported an earnings per share (EPS) of -0.64 for the trailing twelve months. Notable programs include taletrectinib, a ROS1 inhibitor for non-small cell lung cancer, and safusidenib, a targeted inhibitor of mutant isocitrate dehydrogenase 1.
Upcoming earnings reports are expected to provide further insight into the company’s performance, with estimates suggesting an EPS of -0.12 and revenue of $35.4 million for the quarter ending August 5, 2026.
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