Hutchmed scores U.S. success with cancer drug, but profits still dip
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Hutchmed's U.S. sales of its cancer drug Fruzaqla surged nearly 53% in Q2, but net profits fell 85% due to a high base effect from a previous licensing deal. The company plans to focus on innovative drugs and may divest its traditional Chinese medicine business.
August 15, 2024 | 6:52 pm
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Hutchmed's U.S. sales of its cancer drug Fruzaqla surged nearly 53% in Q2, but net profits fell 85% due to a high base effect from a previous licensing deal. The company plans to focus on innovative drugs and may divest its traditional Chinese medicine business.
While the surge in U.S. sales of Fruzaqla is positive, the significant drop in net profits due to a high base effect from a previous licensing deal has tempered investor enthusiasm. The company's focus on innovative drugs and potential divestment of its traditional Chinese medicine business could lead to long-term growth, but the short-term impact on the stock price is likely neutral.
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