In the world of biotechnology, the buzz these days is all about gene editing – a frontier that’s moving at warp speed.
While the journey from sequencing the first human genome took a staggering 13 years, companies like CRISPR Therapeutics (CRSP) have sped up the process, bringing their revolutionary "molecular scissors" concept to market in a mere decade.
It's a thrilling time for investors, with the potential for staggering returns, but the path is littered with clinical and regulatory landmines. This turns choosing the best stocks to put your money into a tricky challenge.
Recently, the FDA gave the green light to two groundbreaking gene therapies for sickle cell disease, developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) in collaboration with CRISPR Therapeutics and by Bluebird Bio (BLUE).
This disease, predominantly affecting African-American communities in the U.S., has been a target for medical advancement for years.
While the approval is a landmark, it's not without its tremors. Bluebird Bio's stock took a nosedive by 33.9%, triggered by the FDA’s warning label about potential cancer risks linked to their treatment.
In contrast, the treatment by Vertex and CRISPR dodged such warnings, possibly giving it an edge in the eyes of prescribing doctors.
And then there’s the money side of things. Bluebird Bio missed out on a priority review voucher from the FDA, which they were hoping to sell to Novartis for a cool $103 million. That's a tough break.
Meanwhile, the Vertex and CRISPR therapy, now known as Casgevy, boasts the honor of being the first FDA-approved drug using the trailblazing Crispr/Cas9 technology. It's a Nobel Prize-winning innovation that's finally reaching the patients it promises to help.
The approvals of Casgevy and Bluebird Bio’s Lyfgenia, which arrived earlier than expected, mark a significant moment for patients with sickle cell disease.
Although priced in the millions, these treatments offer a potential one-time cure, replacing the traditional, complex regimens. Unfortunately, they are not without their challenges, involving intensive procedures, lengthy hospital stays, and chemotherapy.
This brings us to the investment side of things.
The gene-editing arena is brimming with potential, but it's akin to navigating a labyrinth. With no specific exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focusing solely on gene editing stocks, investors might feel like they're trying to find their way in the dark.
However, a diversified approach could be the lantern in this darkness.
Companies like Beam Therapeutics (BEAM), Caribou Biosciences (CRBU), Editas Medicine (EDIT), Intellia Therapeutics (NTLA), Prime Medicine (PRME), and Verve Therapeutics (VERV) are some of the key players in this space, each with its unique technological platform.
But it's not just the pure-play gene editors that are worth your attention. Giants like Eli Lilly (LLY), Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (REGN), and Vertex Pharmaceuticals have thrown their hats into the ring, making substantial investments in gene editing.
So, how should you play this? If it were my money, I'd spread it around.
Put a chunk in leaders like CRISPR and Intellia. Then, combine these with established players like Eli Lilly, Regeneron, and Vertex to provide a safety net, balancing out the inherent risks of this high-stakes biotech game.
On the other hand, companies like Beam and Verve, representing the next wave of this technology, should not be overlooked, though perhaps with a more conservative stake.
And here's a little hedge for you: keep an eye on smaller players like Caribou Biosciences and Editas Medicine. In this high-stakes game, they could be your ace in the hole.
The gene-editing industry is a roller coaster of innovation, risk, and potential. It's a sector where fortunes can be made and lost in the blink of an eye.
For the savvy investor, a diversified, strategic approach, blending the bold with the stable, could be the key to unlocking the vast potential of this exciting field.
Remember, as with any investment, the key is not just in choosing the right horses but knowing how to spread your bets across the race.
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In the maelstrom of 2023, Pfizer (PFE) found itself navigating through a tempest, much to the dismay of shareholders. The aftermath? A harrowing -40% total return loss, leaving shareholders reeling.
This downturn followed Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine triumph, a success story that lost its sheen as global government demand for the vaccine and Paxlovid antiviral dwindled.
Looking back, Pfizer's narrative in 2023 could rival a Shakespearean tragedy. The demand dip for its COVID arsenal was just the beginning; a cascade of other factors compounded the company's misfortunes.
Take, for instance, the controversial $43 billion acquisition of Seagen (SGEN) in March. While this move aimed for cancer treatment breakthroughs, it was widely seen as a Hail Mary, signaling gaps in Pfizer's drug pipeline.
I estimate this strategy might have slashed shareholder value by at least 10%, given the immediate financial aftermath of the merger.
Then, adding to the woes, Pfizer's Nash County production facility in North Carolina faced devastation by a tornado in July.
It seemed as though, for Pfizer in 2023, trouble came not just in droves but in torrents.
The final blow? The discontinuation of the twice-daily dose development for Danuglipron, Pfizer's weight-loss drug candidate.
This decision casts a shadow over the prospects of its once-a-day dosage, still in trials, and simultaneously cracks open the door for other biotech players in the oral weight-loss drug arena.
Meanwhile, the company also aimed to join the race for obesity treatment innovation. In this arena, injectable weight-loss drugs from Eli Lilly (LLY) and Novo Nordisk (NVO) have set the stage, and now, the demand for oral solutions is burgeoning.
Pfizer once pegged this market's potential at an eye-watering $90 billion a year — a target that has not gone unnoticed by keen biotechs.
Yet, with Pfizer stepping back from its Danuglipron project due to adverse side effects, it finds itself trailing in this race. In comparison, Lilly and Novo are forging ahead with their products, turning Pfizer's stumble into a potential windfall for other biotech firms.
Notably, the biotech sector is witnessing a flurry of activity in response to Pfizer’s failed attempt.
Firms like Viking Therapeutics (VKTX), Terns Pharmaceuticals (TERN), Structure Therapeutics (GPCR), and Altimmune (ALT) have seen their share prices soar following their own positive trial results or strategic announcements.
The diverse approaches these biotechs are employing in their anti-obesity drug development have piqued investors’ interest.
In effect, speculation is rife about which one might emerge as a desirable acquisition target for Pfizer — and this speculation isn't without basis.
I previously shared that Roche Holding (RHHBY) recently acquired Carmot Therapeutics for $2.7 billion, and AstraZeneca (AZN) entered a licensing agreement with Eccogene.
With a history of significant acquisitions, Pfizer might well consider a similar path to address its challenges in the weight-loss pill sector.
Pfizer's journey through 2023 was a series of unfortunate events, to say the least. As we look to the future, questions about potential challenges in 2024 loom.
While major acquisitions seem unlikely in the wake of the Seagen deal, shareholder sentiment is fragile. The immediate risks for Pfizer include the possibility of a 2024 recession impacting sales and a generally bearish stock market, potentially keeping share prices around the $30 mark.
Historically, however, Pfizer has stood as a bastion of strength during recessions and bear markets.
Looking longer term, the specter of Medicare drug price negotiations looms large, threatening to dampen growth investor sentiment.
This challenge isn't unique to Pfizer; it's a cloud hovering over all of Big Pharma.
Yet, despite these formidable challenges, there's a sense that Pfizer's tumultuous 2023 journey might be approaching a pivotal turning point. Investor sentiment is at a nadir, marred by negative press and shareholder dissatisfaction, painting Pfizer as a stock currently out of favor.
As we look ahead into 2024, a cautious optimism emerges. Should Pfizer return to operational normalcy and continue to reduce its reliance on COVID-related sales — now a smaller part of its business — the company could reassert itself as a prime value and dividend player in the Big Pharma space.
For the resilient investor willing to delve into a bruised yet potentially rebounding blue-chip, Pfizer merits a closer examination. After a year where Murphy's Law seemed the only law, Pfizer stands as a beacon of resilience and a potential phoenix in the biotech and healthcare sector.
If you thought the S&P 500’s dance floor was exclusively reserved for tech's Magnificent Seven, including the likes of Microsoft (MSFT) and Nvidia (NVDA), think again.
Galloping up from behind, with the confidence of a new sheriff in town, are Eli Lilly (LLY) and Novo Nordisk (NVO), blazing trails in the obesity drug market.
Eli Lilly, with its freshly minted weight-loss drug, has catapulted to an eye-watering market value of nearly $600 billion. That's a leap from less than $100 billion in just over five years – talk about a growth spurt!
On the other side, we have Novo Nordisk, hailing from Denmark and thus not a part of the S&P club. Nevertheless, they're no slouches, sporting a hefty $450 billion market cap, quadrupling in value over five years.
The latest to throw their hat into this lucrative ring is Roche Holdings (RHHBY). They've just penned a $3.1 billion deal to acquire Carmot Therapeutics. This isn't just pocket change – it's a clear signal Roche wants a piece of the weight-loss pie, currently dominated by Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk.
Carmot Therapeutics, a U.S.-based outfit, is cooking up something special in the GLP-1 receptor agonists segment, a class of drugs stirring up both the market and cultural scene.
Roche, by acquiring Carmot, gains exclusive dibs on three promising drugs, all at different stages of trial.
Now, let's talk numbers.
Roche is shelling out $2.7 billion upfront with another $400 million on the line, based on performance milestones. Analysts reckon Roche is gunning for phase III trials to crash the Eli Lilly and Novo party.
But let's not kid ourselves – it's an uphill battle for market share, considering the head start the other two have.
As for the market's reaction? Roche's stock perked up by 2.5% in Switzerland, although it's still trailing by 15% this year. Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk, meanwhile, saw a bit of a dip in early trading, despite a strong showing this year.
Ultimately, Roche’s goal isn’t just to focus on the drugs. Instead, the company is eyeing an integrated approach, combining pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and expertise in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. It's like putting together a high-stakes puzzle where every piece matters.
Furthermore, other pharma giants are joining the fray. For example, AstraZeneca recently entered a $2 billion deal with China’s Eccogene for a nascent obesity and Type 2 diabetes drug.
But here's the million-dollar question: Are we seeing a bubble in these slimming stocks? It's hard to pin down.
What we do know is that the global obesity epidemic isn't slowing down, and these drugs are showing results.
Take Lilly’s tirzepatide, for instance – it's making waves as both diabetes and obesity treatment, with trial participants shedding an average of 52 pounds.
The financial forecasts are staggering, projecting potential annual sales of $67 billion by 2032, and possibly $100 billion by 2030.
This means obesity drugs might outshine immuno-oncology treatments, another sector with sky-high prices and a vast patient pool.
But this prosperity brings a dilemma.
Eli Lilly's trading at a whopping 90 times this year's earnings forecast. Novo? They're at 39 times. These figures could spell an opportunity for the patient investor, or they could be a harbinger of overestimated growth.
To better navigate this, let’s consider the situation from a different angle. I suggest looking at the broader picture – the intersection of obesity with other conditions like heart disease and NASH. It's a fresh perspective, focusing on specific patient subgroups.
Taking this approach leads us to companies like Amgen (AMGN) and Viking Therapeutics (VKTX), each targeting a different slice of the obesity pie.
Amgen's got its eyes on obesity and heart disease, while Viking is tackling obesity and NASH. Early trials have shown promise, and these companies are exploring novel delivery methods like monthly injections and pill formulations.
It's worth noting that Amgen is more than just a one-trick pony – they've got Repatha for high cholesterol, which could be a game-changer if combined with their obesity treatment.
Viking, although smaller and riskier, is making waves with a drug that's shown significant liver fat reduction in trials.
So, what's the takeaway here?
Well, the obesity sector is ripe with opportunity, but it's also fraught with speculation and risk. Amgen, a solid bet with a 3.2% dividend yield, and Viking, a more speculative choice, are just two examples of the diverse strategies in play.
One thing's for sure: As competition heats up, prices for obesity meds are likely to drop, mirroring the trajectory seen with other high-priced drugs.
The obesity drug market is a complex, rapidly evolving beast. It offers a blend of incredible potential coupled with considerable risk.
For investors willing to ride out the storm, the rewards could be substantial. Meanwhile, for those seeking exposure to the growing sector without the associated risks, a diversified investment strategy could be key.
Below please find subscribers’ Q&A for the November 29 Mad Hedge Fund Trader Global Strategy Webinar, broadcast from Silicon Valley, CA.
Q: How much longer can the United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG) remain at such low levels?
A: They call this contract “The Widow Maker” for a reason.As long as the weather is warmer than usual, which has been a problem, (UNG) will remain cheap. We actually got up to $8 in the UNG a month ago and have since come back to $5.50. There are no signs of an energy shortage anywhere right now with the collapse of oil prices from $96 down to $70, so this could be the worst thing in the world if global warming continues. But I'm keeping my position. It’s basically worthless now anyway, but that has been a real shocker this year in the energy community—how cheap natural gas has gotten. And that is after supplying all on Germany’s Natgas needs with no notice.
Q: I still have Palo Alto Networks (PANW) open, what should I do?
A: You’re pretty much at a maximum profit now, so you might as well run it into the expiration because, at a Volatility Index ($VIX) of $12, there just aren’t many other attractive trades to put on right now. You’ll see that when we go through the charts. Everything has just had a massive move in our favor. It’s actually the sharpest move up in market history, so you don't want to go chasing things, and you certainly don't want to go short because that is against the long, medium, and short-term trends.
Q: Which of your positions would you suggest we can still buy right now?
A: None, except for two-year US treasury Bills to lock in high-interest rates at 4.8%. Everything is just wildly expensive on a short-term basis.
Q: When do you expect Freeport McMoRan (FCX) and the other commodities to rise?
A: Towards the middle of the year, the market will shift entirely out of technology and into domestic industrials and commodities, and we should expect exponential moves in those areas also as the economy recovers and interest rates fall. We are going to start putting LEAPS out on those pretty soon because those are the bargain of the century prices right now.
Q: I’m new to the program, and I noticed all of the trades are done as options spreads. What are the benefits of doing it in this way versus owning the underlying?
A: You get a leverage of 10X versus owning the underlying with limited risk. You also make money when markets do nothing because you are also short volatility when you do an options spread. In fact, every trade alert we send out gives you three choices usually: buy the stock, buy the options spread, or buy the ETF. So that way, you can cater your trading to your level of experience and risk tolerance. And if you want to know more, just go to our website, log in, and search for call spreads—there will be a vast library talking about the benefits of doing call spreads and how to execute them.
Q: What’s your favorite sector for next year?
A: Always a popular question for this time of the year, and that’s an easy answer.
Number one: cybersecurity. That means Palo Alto Networks (PANW), which we’re long, Snowflake (SNOW), which we’re also long, and Nvidia (NVDA), which we were long in October before it went completely nuts—it turns out that cyber security has a huge appetite for the high-end processors that Nvidia makes. There’s also an ETF on that—HACK, if you want lower volatility; so there’s three or four names for you right there. If I had to pick a single stock, the safest stock, I’d pick Microsoft (MSFT) right here; they have a 70% market share in PC operating systems worldwide, they are ramping up their efforts in AI with the ownership of ChatGPT, and it's really literally the safest stock in the market—likely to go up 30% next year. So if you can handle 30% plus a 0.80% dividend, Microsoft is your pick, but you might want to think about selling it mid-year when Freeport McMoRan (FCX) becomes my number one pick of the year.
Q: Is it too late to buy Microsoft (MSFT)?
A: Yes, wait for either a pullback of 10% or a flat line move sideways for a month, which is also called a time correction.
Q: I have several large companies I deal with that have all been hacked in the last couple of months. Several have been locked out of their systems or shut down for a month.
A: Yes, that’s absolutely going on everywhere. Also, governments have become favorite targets for hacking because they have the least amount of money to spend on cybersecurity. They are also the least sophisticated. So again, cybersecurity is a great business to be in; and by the way, I think we’re having gigantic moves in the cyber sector today. Palo Alto Networks (PANW) is up $11.61—who can beat that? That’s nice, watching your longs going up in double digits every day.
Q: Is Apple (APPL) going into the banking business now that they and Goldman are going through a divorce?
A: Yes, Apple has been slowly sneaking into the banking business for years. Look no further than Apple Pay. They have several advantages they can bring to bear here, like all of you personal information they could possibly imagine.
Q: I don’t like General Motors (GM) even though they’ve announced buybacks and dividend increases—too concerned about EV slack, market, and labor costs.
A: I couldn’t agree with you more; I think (GM) goes under in 10 years. They’ll never catch up on EVs, and basically, the company will either sell Teslas under license or be sold for scrap metal like they were back in 2008. And it really is the height of hubris to announce a 17% share buyback, which is enormous—10 billion dollars—right after they pleaded poverty with the unions to get them to agree to only a 25% wage increase. So it just absolutely fails the smell test on every front.
Q: Do you see healthcare making a big move as larger companies are really beaten down?
A: You’ll have rallies in healthcare, but basically, they’re a defensive sector and the last thing in the world that you want in a runaway bull market is a defensive sector. You will get single stock moves like Eli Lilly (LLY) from people who are specifically playing hot areas like weight loss drugs and other companies developing cancer cures with AI. That’ll be another big story next year.
Q: Any chance for Ford (F) at this point?
A: Not in the long term; again, you go back to that market share chart I showed you—Ford is only at a 7% market share in EVs and 14 years behind Tesla (TSLA), which has a 52% share. I don’t think anybody has a chance. What may happen is Tesla will take over Ford at some point, just to get at the factories; but again it will be a “pennies on the dollar” offer.
Q: What about Toyota (TM); how long can their hybrid push last?
A: A long time, because for a lot of people, hybrids are the right solution—especially people who have to go long distances and don't have time to recharge or don't have access to recharging. The hybrids that they have now are really great. They run the first 50, 60, or 70 miles solely on battery power. And I know people who have hybrids with short commutes who still have the original tank of gas the car came with when they bought it new a year ago. All-electric isn't perfect for everyone; hybrids will catch what's left of that market. Also, hybrids have thousands more parts than electric cars do. So the profit margin will never be what it is on an EV.
Q: Will Chevron (CVX) and ExxonMobil (XOM) go up?
A: Oil does absolutely, you can expect 20-30% gains on any recovery in oil, and that’s why we own them. But it’s a 2024 story.
Q: What do you think about Rivian (RIVN) here?
A: It's a long-term play; we have the LEAPS in them. The stock is just about recovered to our costs and they're increasing production. If anyone else is going to make it in the EV sector, it will be Rivian, who is run by some genius from MIT. So yeah, I would be buying dips in Rivian but I wouldn't chase.
Q: How will the iShares 20 Plus Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) perform in the next few months?
A: Kind of late for the LEAPS. That was really an October play, but any $ 5-point pullback and I will be in there with LEAPS because I think (TLT) hits $120 next year.
Q: Please explain the demise of Crypto.
A: Crypto did great when we had a cash surplus and an asset shortage like in 2019-2021. We now have the opposite—a cash shortage and an asset oversupply. Crypto doesn't do well in that situation. On top of that, the guys who runs every major crypto platform are looking at prison time now because of massive widespread theft. Although you do see crypto has gone up nearly a hundred percent this year, that doesn't back out all the Crypto losses from theft. It would be interesting to find out what the true performance of Crypto would be if you included the 50% that was stolen by the Crypto custodians in one way or the other. So Crypto is great when stocks were too expensive, but now they're all cheap and they pay dividends. So, much better fish to fry these days as opposed to the last market top.
Q: Do you think the election will have any effect on the stock market next year?
A: Absolutely not. Even a government shutdown won't have an effect because the fundamentals are now so powerful. We're basically discounting falling interest rates for the next 5 years. Your retirement funds will absolutely love that.
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Eli Lilly's (LLY) recent strides in the weight-loss treatment market have made headlines, especially with Mounjaro, their diabetes drug doubling as a weight-loss medication. The real buzz began when Zepbound, another of Lilly’s offerings, got the green light for weight management.
These developments have propelled Lilly into a potentially profitable orbit, but let's not get carried away just yet. While this company’s stock has been climbing the ladder, partly priced in with the latest news, it's worth casting a wider net.
In the world of pharmaceuticals, opportunities abound, and sometimes the best catches are not the shiniest. Enter Pfizer (PFE), a familiar name that’s been a bit under the weather, stock-wise.
Pfizer's shares have taken a 40% hit this year, a response to the waning demand for their COVID-19 vaccine and treatment.
But let's not forget that we're shifting gears to a post-pandemic era, and such shifts in demand are part of the course. Add to this the impending loss of exclusivity on some of their key products, and you've got a recipe for some financial heartburn.
In 2023, Pfizer’s performance didn’t quite match up to the market, a stark contrast to its 2021 and 2022 glory days, driven by its COVID-19 portfolio. However, looking at Pfizer through the narrow lens of recent performance alone is like judging a book by its last chapter.
Let's rewind a bit. Pfizer took some bold steps in recent years, steps that have shaped its current narrative.
The big move was shedding its consumer health and off-patent drug business, Upjohn, which led to the creation of Viatris (VTRS). The goal? To sharpen focus on innovative pharmaceuticals.
Then came the historic collaboration with BioNTech (BNTX) on a COVID-19 vaccine, marking the first U.S. authorization for an mRNA-based vaccine and bringing in substantial revenue in 2021 and 2022.
Fast forward to 2023, and Pfizer's investment fruits are beginning to ripen. This year alone, it has launched seven new products, from Litfulo for alopecia areata to the RSV vaccine Abrysvo.
Pfizer's non-COVID revenue forecast is promising, projecting up to $84 billion by 2023.
But the plot thickens. Pfizer recently announced a $43 billion acquisition of Seagen (SEGN), an oncology-focused biotech. This isn’t just a new chapter for Pfizer; it’s a whole new book, potentially leading to groundbreaking developments in cancer treatment.
With these in mind, it’s reasonable to believe that Pfizer’s current stock-market blues are but a temporary cloud.
With 83 candidates in development and a robust pipeline, partly fueled by its COVID-19 success, a rebound is on the horizon.
The dividend yield, sitting pretty at 5.5%, along with a decade-long streak of increasing payouts, adds to Pfizer's charm as a long-term investment.
So, investors should see Pfizer’s current price not as a red flag but as a golden ticket – an opportunity to get in on the ground floor before the elevator goes up. Its revenue forecast doesn’t even include its COVID-19 products, which could continue to generate significant revenue, especially during flu season.
Now, back to Eli Lilly. Yes, its revenue has seen double-digit growth recently, and it has been facing the same headwinds as Pfizer. It’s important to note, though, that its valuation makes sense in the context of its current earnings and potential growth. That makes it difficult to truly make a fair comparison at this point.
But, if we're talking opportunity, Pfizer is the one that's looking like a hidden gem. To put it simply, it's all about opportunity cost.
Pfizer, at present, is the underdog with untapped potential. Investing in Pfizer now could mean reaping substantial rewards down the line.
I’m talking about a company with a proven track record, a solid pipeline, and a knack for innovation. And for its current valuation, Pfizer is a deal that's hard to pass up.
For investors willing to play the long game, this could be the moment to seize an opportunity that could pay dividends in the future.
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