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Viking Therapeutics presented promising data on their oral obesity treatment, but the market reaction was unexpectedly negative. Despite analysts finding the data compelling, the company's stock did not see the anticipated increase. Viking is now preparing for Phase 3 trials, aiming to further validate their treatment's efficacy.
Viking Therapeutics' weight-loss pill exceeded Wall Street expectations, showing significant weight reduction in patients compared to a placebo. Despite initial stock gains, Viking shares fell 7.9% as competition in the obesity drug market remains fierce, with companies like Novo Nordisk, AstraZeneca, and Corbus Pharmaceuticals also developing treatments. Viking's pill, positioned as a maintenance option following its injection, showed promising results with minimal side effects. The company plans to advance its Phase 3 trials, aiming to solidify its market position.
Viking Therapeutics' stock fell by about 11% after announcing trial results for its weight-loss drugs, despite showing a placebo-adjusted average weight loss of up to 6.8% in the oral version. Analysts expressed concerns over the high costs and challenges of scaling production for both oral and injectable forms, suggesting that established companies like Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk have significant competitive advantages. Viking's shares have seen substantial gains this year, but the path to market remains long and costly.