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Novartis gains FDA approval for Rhapsido, the first oral BTK inhibitor for Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria, offering new hope for patients.

Halozyme Therapeutics acquires Elektrofi for $750 million, enhancing drug delivery technology with Hypercon's innovative microparticle approach for biologics.

Details of the agreement are confidential, but it reportedly fulfills the requirements President Trump set forth in a July 31st letter to the company.

In today’s Pharmaceutical Executive Daily, we cover AbbVie’s new API manufacturing site in Illinois, AstraZeneca’s plan to harmonize its global stock exchange listings, and reports that President Trump will announce a government-run direct-to-patient drug purchasing website.

Kedrion Biopharma celebrates FDA approval of Qivigy, enhancing treatment options for primary immunodeficiency while committing to significant U.S. investments.

Novo Nordisk aims to revolutionize diabetes care with Awiqli, a potential once-weekly insulin, resubmitted for FDA approval after addressing previous concerns.

The move will allow stocks to be traded across the US, London, and Stockholm exchanges.

In today’s Pharmaceutical Executive Daily, we cover the impact of Novo Nordisk layoffs on its hometown in Denmark, GSK’s appointment of Luke Miels as its next CEO, and the FDA’s approval of Regeneron’s Evkeeza for children with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.

The news comes just days after President Trump’s announcement on 100%-pharma tariffs.

Genmab's acquisition of Merus for $8 billion enhances its oncology portfolio, promising growth and innovative therapies like Petosemtamab for cancer treatment.

GSK appoints Luke Miels as CEO designate, set to lead the company into a pivotal growth phase starting January 2026.

The FDA has expanded Johnson & Johnson’s Tremfya (guselkumab) approval to children six years and older weighing at least 40 kilograms with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis or active psoriatic arthritis, marking the first pediatric approval of an IL-23 inhibitor for these conditions.

In today’s Pharmaceutical Executive Daily, we cover the White House’s push for a Most Favored Nation drug pricing model, the FDA’s approval of Eli Lilly’s Inluriyo for ESR1-mutated metastatic breast cancer, and President Trump’s call for steep tariffs on branded pharmaceuticals.

Crinetics Pharmaceuticals celebrates FDA approval of Palsonify, the first oral treatment for acromegaly, enhancing patient care and outcomes.

Regeneron's Evkeeza gains FDA approval for treating young children with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, addressing a critical health need.

Companies that have broken ground or begun construction on US manufacturing sites will be exempt from these tariffs.

Most Favored Nation drug pricing proposal aims to tie US medicine costs to lower European rates, but experts warn this approach could restrict patient access to lifesaving treatments, slow innovation, and jeopardize future drug development by importing flawed foreign price-control models.

Kalundborg is home to a major Novo Nordisk factory which is likely to impacted by layoffs.

FDA approves Eli Lilly’s Inluriyo (imlunestrant) for adults with ER-positive, HER2-negative, ESR1-mutated advanced or metastatic breast cancer that has progressed after endocrine therapy.

In today’s Pharmaceutical Executive Daily, we cover Glenmark’s billion-dollar exclusive licensing deal with Hengrui, Harmony Biosciences’ trial setback for Zygel, and the CDC’s unanimous vote to broaden COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.

Ascletis Pharma reveals ASC47, a promising weight loss drug, shows over 56% greater body weight reduction when combined with semaglutide in obesity treatment.

The company did not provide a reason for the bimagrum trial’s halting.

Pharma leaders embrace direct-to-consumer strategies, with 94% exploring DTC programs to enhance patient experience and accelerate treatment access.

The arrival of GLP-1 receptor agonists and dual agonists has delivered unprecedented efficacy, reframed obesity as a chronic disease, and sparked an industry gold rush.

In today’s Pharmaceutical Executive Daily, we cover the market reaction to Trump’s Tylenol–autism claim, the FDA’s complete response letter to Scholar Rock for its spinal muscular atrophy treatment, and a closer look at the state of evidence linking Tylenol use and autism risk.

CDC vaccine advisors shift to shared decision-making for Covid-19 vaccines, emphasizing patient-provider consultations amid insurance concerns.

Following the President’s claims connecting the drug to an increased risk of autism when used during pregnancy, Tylenol has found itself in an unexpected spotlight.

Harmony Biosciences reveals disappointing results from the Phase III Reconnect study of ZYN002 for Fragile X Syndrome, highlighting ongoing research challenges.

Glenmark partners with Hengrui Pharma to develop Trastuzumab Rezetecan, enhancing its oncology pipeline and addressing unmet cancer treatment needs.

In today’s Pharmaceutical Executive Daily, we cover GSK’s supplemental application to update the label for Leucovorin, the FDA’s complete response letter to Otsuka and Lundbeck’s sNDA for Rexulti, and the medical community’s response to President Trump’s claims linking Tylenol use to autism risk.