Why Is Immunotherapy-Focused Hookipa Pharma Stock Soaring Today?
Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh
Gilead Sciences Inc (NASDAQ:GILD) has increased its stake in HOOKIPA Pharma Inc (NASDAQ:HOOK) by purchasing 15 million shares for approximately $21.25 million. This investment boosts Gilead's ownership to about 19.4% of HOOKIPA's outstanding shares. The deal also grants HOOKIPA the right to sell Gilead an additional $8.75 million in common stock in future equity raises. This agreement supersedes the one made in 2022. HOOKIPA is progressing with its HIV program, including the HB-500 vaccine, and Gilead has the option to take over development after Phase 1b trials. HOOKIPA's stock soared by 80.50%, while Gilead's shares saw a modest increase of 0.80%.
December 21, 2023 | 4:02 pm
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Gilead Sciences has expanded its investment in HOOKIPA Pharma, purchasing additional shares and reinforcing its partnership in HIV treatment development.
Gilead's increased investment in HOOKIPA is a strong signal of commitment to their partnership and the potential of HOOKIPA's HIV treatments. This could be viewed positively by investors, potentially leading to a short-term uptick in Gilead's stock price.
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POSITIVE IMPACT
HOOKIPA Pharma's stock has surged by 80.50% following the announcement of Gilead Sciences' increased investment and the progress in their HIV vaccine program.
The substantial investment from a major biotech firm like Gilead and the progress in HOOKIPA's HIV vaccine program are likely to boost investor confidence significantly, leading to a strong short-term positive impact on HOOKIPA's stock price.
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