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MacroGenics (MGNX) Under Fire as Analyst Downgrade Deepens Crisis – Hagens Berman

Key Takeaway: MacroGenics, Inc. (MGNX) is facing significant challenges following a downgrade from financial blogger Myriam Alvarez, who issued a 'strong sell' rating after disappointing trial results for its prostate cancer drug candidate, Vobra Duo. The company's share price has sharply declined after the July announcement of a halted mid-stage clinical trial, coinciding with the launch of a class-action lawsuit by investors regarding misleading statements about the drug's safety. In light of five patient deaths disclosed on May 10, a prominent litigation firm is investigating the company for potential securities law violations.

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  • Financial blogger Myriam Alvarez issued a ‘strong sell’ rating on MacroGenics due to disappointing trial data.
  • The company faced a sharp decline in share price following the announcement of a halted mid-stage trial for Vobra Duo.
  • Investors are involved in a class-action lawsuit claiming misleading statements about Vobra Duo’s safety resulted in substantial financial losses.
  • MacroGenics' market capitalization has decreased by two-thirds since the disclosure of patient deaths in the trial.

Full Press Release Details

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 19, 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
Contact the Firm Now: MGNX@hbsslaw.com
Class Action Lawsuit Against MacroGenics, Inc. (MGNX):
MacroGenics, Inc. is facing mounting pressure after financial blogger Myriam Alvarez issued a “strong sell” rating on the biotechnology company. Citing disappointing trial data for its prostate cancer drug candidate, Vobra Duo, Alvarez contends that the asset’s value proposition has been “severely altered.”
In a report published on Seeking Alpha, Alvarez underscored the negative impact of the Vobra Duo trial results on the company’s overall revenue potential. The analyst’s assessment coincides with a sharp decline in MacroGenics’ share price following the July 31 announcement of a halted mid-stage clinical trial for the drug.
The company is also grappling with a class-action lawsuit alleging misleading statements about Vobra Duo’s safety profile. Investors claim to have suffered significant losses after its May 10 disclosure of five patient deaths in the trial. MacroGenics’ market capitalization has plummeted by two-thirds since the adverse events were made public.
Prominent litigation firm Hagens Berman has initiated an investigation into potential securities law violations, focusing on the company’s public statements regarding the Vobra Duo trial.
“We’re looking into whether MacroGenics misled investors about the risks associated with Vobra Duo,” 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 and answers to frequently asked questions 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 is the deadline for MacroGenics investors to submit losses?

Investors must submit their losses by September 24, 2024.

What triggered the class-action lawsuit against MacroGenics?

The lawsuit was triggered by misleading statements about Vobra Duo's safety profile.

How much has MacroGenics' market cap declined?

MacroGenics' market capitalization has decreased by two-thirds since May 10.

Who is investigating MacroGenics for potential violations?

Hagens Berman is investigating potential securities law violations related to MacroGenics.

What did financial blogger Myriam Alvarez say about MacroGenics?

She issued a 'strong sell' rating due to disappointing trial results for Vobra Duo.

Last updated: Aug 19, 2024