Pfizer’s Talzenna Faces Regulator Setback Amid Broadened Use Hopes

Pfizer’s PARP inhibitor, Talzenna, is set to face significant challenges as the FDA has rejected its application for wider use in treating patients with non-High Risk Repeat (HRR) mutations. The decision will have implications for pharmaceutical companies seeking to expand treatment indications.

Analysts expect a potential upside of 16.43% for Pfizer shares, with a target price of $28.57, according to recent estimates. GuruFocus also suggests an 11.17% upside based on its GF Value metric.

Despite the setback, Wall Street analysts have set a one-year price target at $28.57, indicating a potential increase from the current market price of $24.54. Brokerage recommendations for Pfizer are generally positive, with 25 firms placing the company at a “Hold” status and an average recommendation score of 2.6.

Pfizer’s valuation is estimated to be around $27.28 by GuruFocus, implying an upside of 11.17% from the current price. The FDA decision highlights the regulatory challenges pharmaceutical companies face when seeking to broaden treatment indications.

Source: https://www.gurufocus.com/news/2927373/fda-denies-pfizers-pfe-label-expansion-for-talzenna-in-prostate-cancer?mobile=true