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MacroGenics (MGNX) Halts Prostate Cancer Trial After Fatal Adverse Events, Investor Suit – Hagens Berman

Key Takeaway: MacroGenics, Inc. has suspended its Phase 2 clinical trial for the prostate cancer drug vobra duo due to fatal adverse events involving five patients. This decision followed the disclosure of the deaths, which led to a dramatic drop in the company’s share price by about 77%. Additionally, the company is facing a class action lawsuit alleging it misled investors regarding the drug's safety. Despite these setbacks, MacroGenics plans to present further data at an upcoming medical conference.

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  • MacroGenics halted a mid-stage clinical trial for its prostate cancer drug vobra duo after five patients died during the study.
  • The company's shares dropped by approximately 77%, reflecting a significant loss in value and investor confidence.
  • A class action lawsuit has been filed against MacroGenics, alleging the company misled investors regarding the drug's safety profile.
  • The ongoing investigation by Hagens Berman adds to the firm’s challenges amid the adverse trial outcomes.

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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hagens Berman urges MacroGenics, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGNX) investors who suffered substantial losses to submit your losses now.
Class Period: Mar. 7, 2024 – May 9, 2024
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: Sept. 24, 2024
Visit: www.hbsslaw.com/investor-fraud/mgnx
Contact the Firm Now: MGNX@hbsslaw.com
844-916-0895
Class Action Lawsuit Against MacroGenics, Inc. (MGNX):
MacroGenics, Inc. shares plummeted on July 31 after the biotechnology company announced it was halting a mid-stage clinical trial for its experimental prostate cancer drug known as “vobra duo.”
The decision to discontinue the Phase 2 trial of vobra duo comes on the heels of an investor class action filed on July 26, alleging that the company misled investors about vobra duo’s safety profile.
The lawsuit contends that the truth about vobra duo emerged on May 10, 2024, after MacroGenics disclosed that five patients in the study had died. This revelation caused the company’s share price to plummet by $11.36, or about 77%, on the same day, prompting numerous analyst downgrades.
The termination of the vobra duo trial is MacroGenics’ latest setback. The company said it would continue to monitor patients who have received treatment but would no longer enroll new participants. MacroGenics plans to present additional data from the trial at the European Society for Medical Oncology conference in September.
MacroGenics shares are presently trading down more than 60% since disclosing adverse events related to vobra duo. Prominent shareholder litigation firm Hagens Berman has commenced an investigation into potential violations of the U.S. securities laws.
“We're scrutinizing MacroGenics’ public statements regarding the vobra duo trial to determine if investors were misled about the drug’s safety profile,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation.
If you invested in MacroGenics and have substantial losses submit your losses now »
If you’d like more information about the MacroGenics case and our investigation, read more »
Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding MacroGenics should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email MGNX@hbsslaw.com.
Hagens Berman is a global plaintiffs’ rights complex litigation firm focusing on corporate accountability. The firm is home to a robust practice and represents investors as well as whistleblowers, workers, consumers and others in cases achieving real results for those harmed by corporate negligence and other wrongdoings. Hagens Berman’s team has secured more than $2.9 billion in this area of law. More about the firm and its successes can be found at hbsslaw.com. Follow the firm for updates and news at @ClassActionLaw.
Reed Kathrein, 844-916-0895

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Frequently Asked Questions

What caused MacroGenics' stock price to drop?

MacroGenics' stock fell after the company halted its Phase 2 trial for vobra duo due to safety concerns.

When was the class period for MacroGenics investors?

The class period for MacroGenics investors was from March 7, 2024, to May 9, 2024.

What is the deadline for lead plaintiffs to file?

The deadline for lead plaintiff applications is September 24, 2024.

What adverse events occurred during the vobra duo trial?

Five patients in the vobra duo trial died, leading to the trial's termination and stock decline.

How much did MacroGenics shares drop after adverse events?

MacroGenics shares plummeted by about 77% following the disclosure of adverse events.

Last updated: Aug 12, 2024