February 7, 2012

Monoclonal Antibody Companies Command Premiums

Monoclonal antibody image from MD Becker Partners

Monoclonal antibodies, which have been approved for immunological, anti-infective, ophthalmic, cancer and other categories, represent one of the most successful therapeutic drug classes.  Ten monoclonal antibodies have been approved for cancer therapy alone, including three blockbuster products sold by the Roche Group (RHHBY) – Avastin® [bevacizumab], Rituxan® [rituximab], and Herceptin® [trastuzumab] that collectively represented nearly [...]

For Biotechnology in 2010, it’s Déjà vu All over Again

Business Graph

“It’s déjà vu all over again” – Yogi Berra With Opening Day less than a month away, it seems only fitting to reference one of the most quoted personalities of our time to describe our analysis of the biotechnology sector in 2010.  In this article, we review our favorable outlook for the industry, draw comparisons [...]