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Microsoft is facing significant selling pressure and heightened volatility, as traders actively debate whether the stock is a long-term value opportunity or stuck in a "trough of chaos." Community sentiment remains deeply divided, with many expressing frustration over the stock's persistent decoupling from broader market rallies while focusing heavily on the implications of heavy AI infrastructure spending and ongoing antitrust scrutiny.

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Fundrise Growth Tech Fund LLC operates as a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company. It invests in growing tech companies to help them expand and generate profits. The company was founded on June 7, 2021 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

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Micron Technology, Inc. engages in the provision of innovative memory and storage solutions. It operates through the following segments: Compute and Networking Business Unit (CNBU), Mobile Business Unit (MBU), Embedded Business Unit (EBU), and Storage Business Unit (SBU). The CNBU segment includes memory products and solutions sold into client, cloud server, enterprise, graphics, and networking markets. The MBU segment is involved in memory and storage products sold into smartphone and other mobile-device markets. The EBU segment focuses on memory and storage products sold into automotive, industrial, and consumer Markets. The SBU segment consists of SSDs and component-level solutions sold into enterprise and cloud, client, and consumer storage markets. The company was founded by Ward D. Parkinson, Joseph Leon Parkinson, Dennis Wilson, and Doug Pitman on October 5, 1978 and is headquartered in Boise, ID.

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Micron Technology is experiencing significant downward pressure as investors react to a Google Research blog post regarding TurboQuant, an algorithmic compression method that some fear could reduce long-term demand for high-bandwidth memory. While the broader community is deeply divided between those viewing the sell-off as an algorithmic panic driven by misunderstanding and those concerned about cyclical memory sector headwinds, many retail traders are actively debating whether to accumulate shares on the dip or exit to avoid further downside.

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FDA Clears NVO's Higher Dose of Wegovy: Diversify With These Health ETFs

Novo Nordisk's FDA nod for higher-dose Wegovy could boost healthcare ETFs' appeal, offering diversified exposure to the obesity drug market.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Novo Nordisk states that Wegovy HD in a single-dose pen is expected to be available in April 2026.</li><li>Wegovy injectable was available in weekly doses of 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 1.7 mg, and 2.4 mg until now.</li><li>Novo Nordisk added that Wegovy 7.2 mg has already been approved in the U.K. and the European Union as three 2.4 mg doses per week.</li></ul>Novo Nordisk AS (NVO) on Thursday said the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted accelerated approval for a higher-dose version of its blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy, expanding options for patients seeking greater weight reduction.The company stated that Wegovy HD, a once-weekly injectable semaglutide at 7.2 mg, has received FDA accelerated approval based on results from the STEP UP trial program.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">Novo Nordisk shares</a> were down nearly 2% in Thursday morning’s trade. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits around the company trended in the ‘bearish’ territory at the time of writing.<h2 class="st-heading-2">When Will Wegovy HD Be Available?</h2>Novo Nordisk stated that Wegovy HD in a single-dose pen is expected to be available in April 2026. Wegovy injectable was available in weekly doses of 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 1.7 mg, and 2.4 mg until now.“The FDA awarded a Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher for Wegovy HD, accelerating its review and underscoring its potential to address critical patient needs and national health priorities in the U.S.,” the company stated.Novo Nordisk added that Wegovy 7.2 mg has&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/nvo-stock-is-rising-premarket-what-is-wegovy-news-driving-novo-nordisk-shares/cmUlo6aR4BT">already been approved</a> in the U.K. and the European Union as three 2.4 mg doses per week. It added that the regulatory decisions in the two markets for the single-dose pen are expected in the second half of 2026.<h2 class="st-heading-2">STEP UP Trial Shows Stronger Weight Loss</h2>Novo Nordisk stated that Wegovy HD’s accelerated approval by the FDA was based on a 72-week study that showed an average weight loss of about 20.7% in patients.The company added that nearly one in three patients receiving Wegovy HD experienced a 25% or greater weight loss.In the STEP UP type 2 diabetes trial, the company said participants demonstrated a mean weight loss of 14.1%, while about one in five patients experienced a weight loss of 20% or more.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Intensifying Competition</h2>Novo Nordisk’s launch of Wegovy HD follows CEO Mike Doustdar's warning of pricing headwinds in 2026 amid an increasingly competitive market.The Dutch company expects its 2026 sales to decline between 5% and 13% in constant-currency terms.“However, we are very encouraged by the promising early uptake from the U.S. launch of Wegovy pill, and we remain confident in our ability to drive volume growth over the coming years,” Doustdar added.Novo Nordisk rival Eli Lilly &amp; Co. (LLY) expects fiscal year 2026 revenue to rise between 23% and 28%, highlighting a divergence in the outlooks of the two companies this year.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">NVO stock</a> is down 28% year-to-date and 54% over the past 12 months. The VanEck Pharmaceutical ETF (PPH) is up 9% over the past 12 months, while the Putnam Focused Large Cap Value ETF (PVAL) is up 20%.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/why-is-american-rebel-stock-falling-today/cZ3aNN7RIhO">American Rebel Shares Sink More Than 40% — What's Driving The Plunge?</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Novo Nordisk Receives FDA Approval For Higher Dose Of Its Weight-Loss Drug Wegovy

The company stated that Wegovy HD received the FDA’s accelerated approval based on results from the STEP UP trial.

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Analysts at BofA nearly doubled their price target for HIMS stock following the company’s deal with Novo.</li><li>The firm now has a price target of $23, up from $12.5, while the rating has been upgraded to ‘Neutral’ from ‘Underperform’.</li><li>The firm stated that Novo dropping its patent infringement lawsuit against Hims is a “clear positive” for the telehealth operator.</li></ul>Novo Nordisk AS’s (NVO) deal with Hims &amp; Hers Health Inc. (HIMS) has turned Wall Street bullish on both companies, with analysts stating that it helps them in dealing with a commercial headwind and removes a litigation risk from the equation.According to TheFly, analysts at BMO Capital noted that the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/hims-stock-soars-novo-nordisk-drops-patent-suit-hims-hers-partnership-ozempic/cZdVZe7RIIk">Novo Nordisk-Hims deal</a> to sell branded GLP-1 is a significant step forward in helping the Ozempic maker address a commercial headwind.The firm maintained its ‘Market Perform’ rating for Novo Nordisk, with a price target of $45, implying an upside of more than 13% from NVO stock’s closing price on Monday.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">Novo shares</a> were down about 1% in Tuesday’s pre-market trade, while&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/HIMS">Hims &amp; Hers shares</a> were up nearly 5% at the time of writing. Retail sentiment around HIMS stock trended in the ‘extremely bullish’ territory on the platform.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Why Are Analysts Bullish On HIMS?</h2>Analysts at BofA nearly doubled their price target for HIMS stock following the company’s deal with Novo. The firm now has a price target of $23, up from $12.5, while the rating has been upgraded to ‘Neutral’ from ‘Underperform’.The firm stated that Novo dropping its patent infringement lawsuit against Hims is a “clear positive” for the telehealth operator. BofA sees the risk-to-reward ratio as balanced now following the deal.Deutsche Bank also hiked its price target for HIMS to $28 from $25, implying an upside of more than 26% from Monday’s closing price. The firm cited the Novo deal for its price target hike, while keeping a ‘Hold’ rating on the HIMS stock.<h2 class="st-heading-2">What Did Novo, Hims Agree On?</h2>Hims and Novo Nordisk announced a partnership to offer Ozempic and Wegovy at affordable self-pay prices on the telehealth company’s platform.Hims &amp; Hers also stated that it will no longer advertise compounded GLP-1 offerings on its platform or in its marketing. The company stated that Ozempic injections in doses of 0.5 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg are covered. It will also include Wegovy injections in 1.7 mg and 2.4 mg doses, while Wegovy pills in 1.5 mg, 4 mg, 9 mg, and 25 mg doses are covered.It added that these Ozempic and Wegovy offerings will be made available on its platform later this month.<h2 class="st-heading-2">How Did Stocktwits Users React?</h2>One bullish user on Stocktwits believes selling HIMS stock at this point will be one of the “biggest mistakes” of their life.&nbsp;<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/TradeOrGoHome/message/647084706</stembedurl>Another user stated that every dip in the NVO stock is a “gift.”<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/King_of_the_bagholders/message/647086431</stembedurl><a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">NVO stock</a> is down 22% year-to-date, while&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/HIMS">HIMS stock</a> is down 32%.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/iran-war-hegseth-most-intense-day-of-strikes-iranian-leaders-scrambling/cZdoAnzRI75">Iran War: Defense Secretary Hegseth Warns Of ‘Most Intense’ Strikes, Says The Middle East Country Is ‘Badly Losing’</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

In this photo illustration, the logo of Novo Nordisk is displayed on a smartphone screen on September 10, 2025 in Chongqing, China. 

Novo Nordisk-Hims Deal Turns Wall Street Bullish — BMO Sees Relief From Commercial Headwinds, BofA Upgrades HIMS Stock

BMO Capital maintained its ‘Market Perform’ rating for Novo Nordisk, with a price target of $45, implying an upside of more than 13% from NVO stock’s closing price on Monday.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Hims &amp; Hers said that existing patients will have the opportunity to transition to FDA-approved medicines when their providers deem it clinically appropriate.</li><li>The company stated that Ozempic injections in doses of 0.5 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg are covered.</li><li>It will also include Wegovy injections in 1.7 mg and 2.4 mg doses, while Wegovy pills in 1.5 mg, 4 mg, 9 mg, and 25 mg doses are also covered.</li></ul>Shares of Hims &amp; Hers Health Inc. (HIMS) surged more than 52% in Monday’s pre-market trading after Novo Nordisk A/S (NVO) partnered with the telehealth platform to offer Ozempic as well as Wegovy at affordable self-pay prices and dropped its patent infringement lawsuit against the company.Hims &amp; Hers also stated that it will no longer advertise compounded GLP-1 offerings on its platform or in its marketing. Existing patients will have the opportunity to transition to FDA-approved medicines when determined clinically appropriate by their providers, the company said.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">Novo shares</a> were up more than 2% in Monday’s opening trade, while&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/HIMS">Hims &amp; Hers shares</a> were up around 39% at the time of writing. Retail sentiment around HIMS stock trended in the ‘extremely bullish’ territory on the platform.<h2 class="st-heading-2">What Does The Agreement Include?</h2>Hims &amp; Hers stated that the Ozempic and Wegovy offerings will be made available on its platform later this month.This includes Ozempic injections in doses of 0.5 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg and will also include Wegovy injections in doses of 1.7 mg and 2.4 mg. Wegovy pills in 1.5 mg, 4 mg, 9 mg, and 25 mg doses are also covered.Over the coming months, Hims &amp; Hers will educate U.S. weight loss customers about their options across a wider range of FDA-approved treatments. When providers determine it is clinically appropriate, the company will help support a smooth transition to these medications, the company said.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Novo’s Allegations</h2>In&nbsp;February this year, Novo had sued Hims &amp; Hers,&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/novo-nordisk-sues-hims-hers-permanent-ban-unapproved-compounded-drugs/cZbHzMjR4o2">stating</a> that the latter is duping consumers and healthcare professionals about the clinical benefits and safety of these unapproved drugs.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also warned of a crackdown last week on GLP-1 active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) intended for use in non-FDA-approved compounded drugs.“These actions are aimed to safeguard consumers from drugs for which the FDA cannot verify quality, safety, or efficacy.&nbsp; We take seriously any potential violations of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act,” the agency said.Subsequently, Hims &amp; Hers announced that it would stop offering the $49 compounded version of Novo’s Wegovy.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">NVO stock</a> is down 23% year-to-date, while&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/HIMS">HIMS stock</a> is down 33%.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/ibrx-stock-declines-immunitybio-resubmits-anktiva-application-to-fda/cZdVj9URIIL">ImmunityBio Resubmits Supplemental Biologics License Application To FDA For Ankitva — IBRX Stock Declines Pre-Market</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

In this photo illustration, the Hims & Hers Health logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen. (Photo Illustration by Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

HIMS Stock Soars After Novo Nordisk Drops Patent Infringement Lawsuit, Opens Access To Ozempic, Wegovy

Hims & Hers also stated that it will no longer advertise compounded GLP-1 offerings on its platform or in its marketing.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Vivtex will license select drug-delivery technologies to Novo Nordisk and could receive up to $2.1 billion.</li><li>The partnership looks to enable biologic drugs, which are typically given by injection due to poor absorption, to be delivered orally.</li><li>This partnership comes a day after Novo announced plans to cut U.S. prices for Ozempic and Wegovy by up to 50% from 2027.</li></ul>Novo Nordisk (NVO) announced on Wednesday that it has partnered with Vivtex Corp. to develop next-generation oral biologic medicines for obesity, diabetes, and related conditions.Under the agreement, Vivtex will license select oral drug-delivery technologies to Novo Nordisk and could receive up to $2.1 billion in upfront payments, research funding, milestones, and tiered royalties on future sales.“Partnering with Novo Nordisk allows us to apply our platform across important metabolic disease areas, with the goal of enabling oral therapies that would otherwise require injection,” said Thomas von Erlach, CEO and co-founder of Vivtex.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">NVO shares</a> were down 1.8% at the time of writing.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Focus On Oral Delivery</h2>The partnership combines Novo’s expertise in peptide and protein therapies with Vivtex’s gastrointestinal screening tools, drug-delivery technologies, and AI-based platform aimed at improving drug absorption.The collaboration aims to enable biologic drugs, which are typically given by injection due to poor absorption, to be delivered orally. Novo Nordisk will lead global development, regulatory approval, manufacturing, and commercialization of any resulting products, it said.Oral obesity pills are seen as a key focus area in the obesity market, eliminating the need for injections and giving patients greater flexibility.This comes a day after Novo Nordisk <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/novo-nordisk-cut-ozempic-wegovy-prices-by-50/cZRvxJeR4C2">announced</a> plans to cut U.S. prices for Ozempic and Wegovy by up to 50% starting in 2027.<h2 class="st-heading-2">How Did Stocktwits Users React?</h2>Retail sentiment on Stocktwits remained in the ‘extremely bullish’ zone over the past 24 hours, amid ‘extremely high’ message volumes.One user sees the stock as a “short-term buy” option.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/buddyopalosam/message/645859049</stembedurl>Another user said the stock was ‘undervalued.’<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/Matt_Y_/message/645842315</stembedurl>Year-to-date, the stock is down around 27%.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.&nbsp;

Novo, Vivtex Ink $2.1 Billion Deal To Develop Oral Medicines For Obesity And Diabetes

Novo Nordisk will lead global development, regulatory approval, manufacturing, and commercialization of the resulting products.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Geron posted RYTELO net product sales of $48 million in the fourth quarter, and the number of ordering accounts increased to roughly 1,300.</li><li>In December, Geron initiated a workforce reduction affecting about one-third of employees, resulting in $17 million in restructuring charges.</li><li>For 2026, Geron projects RYTELO revenue between $220 million and $240 million.</li></ul>Geron Corp. (GERN) reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results on Wednesday, highlighting rising sales of its blood cancer therapy RYTELO as the company sharpens its focus on expanding adoption in lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (LR-MDS).Total revenue reached $48 million in the fourth quarter, with a loss per share (EPS) of $0.05. Both the metrics&nbsp;came&nbsp;in below the analysts’ consensus estimates of $50.88 million and a loss of $0.04, respectively, according to Fiscal AI data.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">RYTELO Sales And Demand Climb</h2>However, Geron posted RYTELO net product sales of $48 million for Q4 and $183.6 million for the full year. Demand rose 9% in the fourth quarter compared with the prior quarter, while the number of ordering accounts increased by 150 to roughly 1,300.The company said it is supporting more than 10 investigator-sponsored and real-world studies examining RYTELO’s mechanism, potential combinations, and earlier-line use. Initial findings from those efforts are anticipated in the second half of 2026.Following the update,&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/GERN">Geron's stock</a> traded over 10% lower in Wednesday’s premarket. However, on Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘bullish’ territory amid ‘high’ message volume levels.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">Expenses And Outlook&nbsp;</h2>Operating costs for 2025 were $254.7 million. Research and development spending declined, reflecting reduced clinical trial activity after the FDA’s RYTELO approval in 2024. Selling, general, and administrative costs increased due to expanded commercial efforts. In December, Geron initiated a workforce reduction affecting about one-third of employees, resulting in $17 million in restructuring charges.For 2026, Geron projects RYTELO revenue of $220 million to $240 million, with operating expenses of $230 million to $240 million.GERN stock declined by over 17% in the last 12 months.&nbsp;Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/rbbn-stock-gains-pre-market-today-what-is-behind-the-rally/cZRyd8HRIGE">RBBN Stock Gains Over 8% Pre-Market Today – What’s Behind The Rally?</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Total revenue reached $48 million for the fourth quarter, with a loss per share of $0.05, with both metrics coming in below street estimates. 

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Novo Nordisk stated that its price cuts for Ozempic and Wegovy are intended to benefit insured patients.</li><li>The company said this will also benefit patients who pay out of pocket, but their costs are tied to the list price of these drugs.</li><li>Novo Nordisk said this applies to patients with high-deductible health plans or co-insurance benefit designs.</li></ul>Novo Nordisk AS (NVO) is planning to cut Ozempic and Wegovy prices in the U.S. by up to 50% starting in 2027.Ozempic and Wegovy prices will start at a list price of $675 a month, effective Jan. 1, 2027, according to the company. This is a 50% reduction when compared to the current list price of Wegovy, and about 35% cut for the list price of Ozempic.“Lowering the list price of Wegovy and Ozempic is the best approach to address the unprecedented opportunity to help more than 100 million people living with obesity and over 35 million people with type 2 diabetes in the United States,” said Jamey Millar, Novo Nordisk’s Executive Vice President of U.S. operations.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">Novo Nordisk shares</a> were down nearly 2% in Tuesday’s opening trade. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits around the company trended in the ‘bullish’ territory with message volumes at ‘extremely high’ levels at the time of writing.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Who Will Benefit From These Lower Prices?</h2>Novo Nordisk stated that its price cuts for Ozempic and Wegovy are intended to benefit insured patients.This will also benefit patients who pay out of pocket, but whose costs are linked to the list price of these drugs. This applies to patients with high-deductible health plans or co-insurance benefit designs, the company said.Novo Nordisk added that Tuesday’s price cuts do not impact its direct-to-consumer and self-pay offerings of Ozempic and Wegovy.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Ozempic And Wegovy Prices For Cash-Paying Patients</h2>Novo Nordisk currently offers Wegovy for cash-paying patients, starting at $149 per month for the pill and $199 per month for the pen.Ozempic prices start at $199 a month for the first two months for new patients for 0.25 mg and 0.5 mg doses.Existing patients can get Ozempic in 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, and 1 mg doses at $349 per month.All patients will have to pay $499 a month for the 2 mg dose of Ozempic.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">NVO stock</a> is down 24% year-to-date and 56% over the past 12 months.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/amd-stock-soars-on-meta-expanded-6-gigawatt-deal-for-amd-gpus/cZRvDZZR4Cb">AMD Stock Soars Pre-Market After Meta Expands Multi-Year AI Chip Partnership</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Novo Nordisk To Cut Ozempic, Wegovy Prices By Up To 50%

Ozempic and Wegovy will start at a list price of $675 a month, effective Jan. 1, 2027, according to the company.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>The company stated that the UBT251 trial conducted by United Laboratories showed statistically significant improvements when compared to placebo on key secondary endpoints.</li><li>Novo Nordisk stated that from a baseline mean body weight of 92.2 kg, the highest mean weight loss observed for people treated with UBT251 was 19.7%, compared to 2% in the placebo group.</li><li>The company’s Chief Scientific Officer, Martin Holst Lange, added that Novo Nordisk is looking forward to reporting data from a global trial with UBT251 next year.</li></ul>Novo Nordisk AS (NVO) on Tuesday announced that its phase 2 clinical trial of a new obesity drug in China has shown successful results.Developed in partnership with United Laboratories International Holdings, Novo Nordisk said that UBT251 delivered up to 19.7% mean weight loss after 24 weeks in a phase 2 trial in China.However,&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">Novo Nordisk shares</a> declined nearly 3% in Tuesday’s pre-market trade. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits around the company trended in the ‘bullish’ territory with message volumes at ‘extremely high’ levels at the time of writing.<h2 class="st-heading-2">UBT251 Trial Results Show Significant Improvements</h2>The company stated that the UBT251 trial conducted by United Laboratories showed statistically significant improvements compared with placebo on key secondary endpoints, including waist circumference, blood glucose, blood pressure, and lipids.The trial investigated the safety and efficacy of UBT251 at doses of 2 mg, 4 mg, and 6 mg.Novo Nordisk stated that from a baseline mean body weight of 92.2 kg, the highest mean weight loss observed for people treated with UBT251 was 19.7%, or about 17.5 kg, compared to 2% or 1.6kg in the placebo group after 24 weeks of treatment.“We are very encouraged by these data from the trial in China, which demonstrate the potential of UBT251 and its differentiated clinical profile and safety and tolerability profile,” said Novo Nordisk’s Chief Scientific Officer, Martin Holst Lange.Lange added that the company is looking forward to reporting data from a global trial with UBT251 next year.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Why Is NVO Stock Declining Pre-Market?</h2>Novo Nordisk shares continued to decline in Tuesday’s pre-market session. This is after a fall of more than 16% on Monday, following the company's announcement that CagriSema demonstrated 23% weight loss in people with obesity in the Redefine 4 trial,&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/why-is-nvo-stock-falling-pre-market-today/cZRtZlKR4UC">failing to meet</a> its primary endpoint.According to TheFly, analysts at JPMorgan downgraded Novo Nordisk to ‘Neutral’ from ‘Overweight’, calling the CagriSema results “disappointing.”The firm also further reduced its CagriSema forecasts by up to 63% through 2030, expecting a more challenging uptake for the product given its "inferiority" to Eli Lilly and Co.’s (LLY) Zepbound.Analysts at Kepler Cheuvreux downgraded NVO to ‘Hold’ from ‘Buy’ and stated that the company’s Redefine 4 study was a “major negative surprise.”Nordea analysts also downgraded Novo Nordisk to ‘Hold’ from ‘Buy’, with the firm citing a lack of near-term catalysts following Monday’s obesity study results.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">NVO stock</a> is down 23% year-to-date and 55% over the past 12 months.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/is-microsoft-down-current-status/cZRtw5dR4yV">Is Microsoft Down? MSFT 365 Error Reports Spike On Downdetector, Company Says It Is Investigating The Issue</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

NVO Stock Continues To Decline Pre-Market After Monday’s Crash Amid CagriSema Setback – But Tuesday Brings Some Hope From China

Developed in partnership with United Laboratories International Holdings, Novo Nordisk said that UBT251 delivered up to 19.7% mean weight loss after 24 weeks in a phase 2 trial in China.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Merck said it will reorganize its human health segment into two separate units.</li><li>Merck named Jannie Oosthuizen executive vice president and president of Oncology and MSD International.&nbsp;</li><li>The Specialty, Pharma &amp; Infectious Diseases unit will be led by Brian Foard.</li></ul>Merck &amp; Co. Inc. (MRK) announced on Monday that it is overhauling the leadership structure of its flagship pharmaceutical division as the company prepares for looming revenue headwinds tied to its top-selling cancer therapy.&nbsp;The Rahway, New Jersey-based drugmaker said it will reorganize its human health segment into two separate units in an effort to better position its portfolio for the years ahead.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Preparing For Keytruda Patent Expiration</h2>One of the units will concentrate on&nbsp;Oncology business, while the other will house the specialty, pharma, and infectious diseases business.&nbsp;According to the Wall Street Journal&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wsj.com/health/pharma/merck-creates-separate-cancer-business-as-sales-pressure-looms-2d6b1b65">report</a>, the restructuring comes as Merck braces for the loss of U.S. market exclusivity for Keytruda in 2028, a development expected to invite lower-priced competition and dent sales.&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/MRK">Merck stock</a> traded over 1% higher in Monday’s premarket. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘bearish’ territory, with message volume shifted to ‘low’ from ‘normal’ levels in 24 hours.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">New Leadership To Drive Growth&nbsp;</h2>To guide the oncology-focused arm, Merck named Jannie Oosthuizen executive vice president and president of Oncology and MSD International. The Specialty, Pharma &amp; Infectious Diseases unit will be led by Brian Foard, who will join Merck effective March 2.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">Building Beyond Keytruda&nbsp;</h2>According to the report, Merck has spent heavily on acquisitions in recent years to bolster its pipeline and cushion the anticipated slowdown in Keytruda sales.“As we advance our pipeline and drive commercial success across an increasingly diversified portfolio, including a growing pipeline across Specialty, Pharma &amp; Infectious Diseases, we are sharpening our focus on delivering innovative medicines for patients and creating long‑term value for our stakeholders.”-Robert M. Davis, Chairman and CEO, Merck&nbsp;Merck said it currently has roughly 80 Phase 3 trials underway and anticipates launching more than 20 new growth drivers in the coming years, most of which it believes could achieve blockbuster status.&nbsp;Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/why-is-tomz-stock-soaring-pre-market-today-a-key-uk-approval-may-be-the-catalyst/cZRt8hkR4y4">Why Is TOMZ Stock Soaring Pre-Market Today? A Key UK Approval May Be The Catalyst</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Merck Splits Oncology, Specialty Operations To Brace For Keytruda Patent Loss – Overhauls Leadership To Drive Growth 

The drugmaker said it will reorganize its human health segment into two separate units in an effort to better position its portfolio for the years ahead.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>The company stated that CagriSema failed to match tirzepatide in terms of effectiveness in its clinical trial.</li><li>People treated with CagriSema 2.4 mg/2.4 mg achieved a weight loss of 23.0% after 84 weeks compared to 25.5% with tirzepatide 15 mg, according to Novo.</li><li>When measuring the treatment effect regardless of adherence, people treated with CagriSema 2.4 mg/2.4 mg achieved a weight loss of 20.2% compared to 23.6% with tirzepatide at 84 weeks.</li></ul>Novo Nordisk AS (NVO) shares fell more than 14% in Monday’s pre-market trade after the company announced headline results from Redefine 4, an open-label phase 3 trial.Novo Nordisk stated that CagriSema demonstrated 23% weight loss in people with obesity, but it failed to meet its primary endpoint.Retail sentiment on Stocktwits around&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">Novo Nordisk</a> trended in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory at the time of writing.<h2 class="st-heading-2">CagriSema Fails To Match Tirzepatide In Effectiveness</h2>Novo Nordisk stated that CagriSema failed to match tirzepatide in terms of effectiveness in its clinical trial.The company said that people treated with CagriSema 2.4 mg/2.4 mg achieved a weight loss of 23.0% after 84 weeks compared to 25.5% with tirzepatide 15 mg.When measuring the treatment effect regardless of adherence, people treated with CagriSema 2.4 mg/2.4 mg achieved a weight loss of 20.2% compared to 23.6% with tirzepatide at 84 weeks.“CagriSema has the potential to be the first GLP-1/amylin-combination product to reach the market for people living with obesity, documenting that cagrilintide adds to the existing benefits of semaglutide and offers clinically meaningful additive weight loss effects superior to what has been observed with GLP-1 biology alone,” said Novo Nordisk’s Chief Scientific Officer and Executive Vice President, Martin Holst Lange.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Who Is CagriSema Aimed At?</h2>CagriSema is a once-weekly subcutaneous treatment that is being investigated by Novo Nordisk for adults with overweight or obesity issues. It is also being considered as a treatment for adults with type 2 diabetes.The treatment is a fixed-dose combination of a long-acting amylin analogue, cagrilintide 2.4 mg, and semaglutide 2.4 mg.Novo Nordisk says CagriSema works by inducing weight loss by reducing hunger, increasing feelings of fullness, which helps people eat less and reduce their calorie intake.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NVO">NVO stock</a> is down 7% year-to-date and 46% over the past 12 months.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/trump-replicate-most-tariffs-after-supreme-court-ruling-goldman-sachs/cZRNfSqR4xV">Trump Administration Can Replicate Most Of The Tariffs, Says Goldman Sachs Following Supreme Court Rebuke: Report</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Why Is NVO Stock Falling Pre-Market Today?

The company stated that CagriSema demonstrated 23% weight loss in people with obesity, failing to meet its primary endpoint.

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