Biotechnology Sector

Profitable companies and non-Profitable Biotech companies (rising stars) have developed innovative drugs for treatment of chronic and non chronic diseases. In the next five years the distinction between mature biotech companies and large global pharma is likely to disappear as investment in R&D and acquisition start delivering and Market Cap match the large global pharma. Dividend and consolidation could be the future drivers and continue to attract long term investors. Optimism prevails around the future of this sector as a whole which was reflected in the unprecedented rally in shares in 2012.

This trend continued in the next five years driven by launch of Innovative drugs catering to unmet needs in Alzheimer’s, HCV, osteoporosis, RA, Psoriasis, MS, Dyslipidemia, Cystic fibrosis, Cancer and orphan diseases. Drug approvals and label expansion of existing portfolio of launched drugs and data from late stage pipeline drugs should maintain the growth momentum and investors interest.

The early part of the previous decade (2010-20) was spent recovering from the big acquisitions made by this sector but followed by the exercising of some restrain for similar large acquisitions as investors wanted to see the returns reflected in the top-line and EPS. However in- licensing of early or mid stage compounds or small acquisitions continued since the Rising Stars kept throwing the bait by taking risks and innovate using novel technology platforms or validating novel targets for treating diseases.

Patent expiry impact was also modest as majority had “not so easy to copy” biologics and other drugs in their portfolio. They, however were not complacent and were not leaving any stones unturned to meet the challenges as well as exploring emerging market opportunities with local partners. Favorable regulatory environment finally saw biosimilar mAbs entry in regulated markets  The optimism of biosimilar players is reflected in the maturing pipeline. Para IV Filing from other generic players continues to pour leaving room for surprises and volatility.

Moving forward the sector should see a strategic rise of the digital mindset and further adoption of transformative and augumentative technologies. While mergers & acquisitions can still expect a sharper focus despite being more traditional, external innovation should result in a meaningful shift in culture through innovative and creative partnerships with both new entrants and less traditional companies.

There will be an increasing demand for even more transparency and disclosure and a need for real relationship-driven partnerships will encroach across all sector stakeholders including regulators, patients, advocacy groups and also to outsourcing players critical to the supply chain. Data will be a dominating force behind new revenue models and crucial to understanding and delivering an exceptional patient experience. Pricing will continue to exert much pressure, increasing access to drugs, growth of gene and cell therapies, and uncertain trade policies will further change the dynamics of the market.

Industry News

  • Geopolitical Risks Widen Energy and Carbon Gaps in Europe
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:10 am

    A new study published in Energy, Sustainability and Society reveals that geopolitical risks originating from the Russian Federation and the Middle East significantly exacerbate both energy and carbon inequalities across European nations.

  • Inflammatory Blood Ratios Link to Fibromyalgia Severity and Depression in Egyptian Cohort
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:10 am

    A case-control study found that monocyte-to-HDL and lymphocyte-to-monocyte ratios significantly differed in women with fibromyalgia and independently tracked distinct symptoms.

  • Whale Limb Enhancer in Mice Uncovers Mechanisms Behind Cetacean Hindlimb Degeneration
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:07 am

    A knock-in mouse study reveals that the cetacean Tbx4-HLEA enhancer delays early embryonic hindlimb bud outgrowth before functional enhancer redundancy rescues limb development.

  • Over Half of Lebanese Hospital Pharmacies Practice Extemporaneous Compounding
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:07 am

    A cross-sectional study in Lebanon found that 54.29% of hospital pharmacies and 17.55% of community pharmacies practice extemporaneous compounding.

  • Cardiovascular Risk Profiles Differ by Sex Among People With HIV in Uganda
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:07 am

    A cross-sectional study of adults with HIV in Uganda identified significant sex differences in cardiovascular risk factors, with men exhibiting higher substance use and Framingham risk scores while women showed higher rates of obesity and dyslipidemia.

  • Ambient Particulate Matter Exposure Linked to Lower Sperm Concentration and Count
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:06 am

    A retrospective study of 4,448 men links ambient PM2.5 and PM10 exposure to reductions in sperm concentration and total sperm count.

  • Observational COVID-19 Vaccine Studies Reveal Divergent Adverse Event Rates Across Methodologies
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:06 am

    A systematic review of 160 observational studies shows that reported COVID-19 vaccine adverse event rates vary by nearly two orders of magnitude depending on denominator structure, surveillance methods, and study quality.

  • Joint Kidney Criteria Predict Renal Progression in Critically Ill Cirrhosis Patients
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:06 am

    A two-database study reveals that evaluating both serum creatinine and urine output identifies critically ill patients with cirrhosis at higher risk of short-term kidney disease progression.

  • Measurement Variability and Body Mass Index Limit Anogenital Distance Biomarker Utility
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:06 am

    A cross-sectional study finds that measurement variability and associations with body mass index and parity limit anogenital distance as a gynecological biomarker.

  • Foot Core Training Linked to Better Jump and Balance in Amateur Footballers
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:06 am

    A six-week foot core training program developed through a knowledge transfer scheme was associated with improved jump performance, sprint times, dynamic balance, and arch stability in male amateur football players.

  • Tai Chi May Improve Shoulder Function and Fatigue in Breast Cancer Survivors
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:06 am

    A systematic review and meta-analysis of 12 randomized controlled trials found that Tai Chi exercise may improve shoulder mobility, overall shoulder function, and physical fatigue in breast cancer survivors, though high heterogeneity and unreported adverse events limit certainty.

  • Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Screens Eastern Hellbender Health in Conservation Research
    on November 12, 2026 at 3:06 am

    Mississippi State University doctoral researcher Sam Mathes earned national recognition for using near-infrared spectroscopy to non-invasively assess the health of Eastern hellbenders.

  • Modular Knee Arthrodesis After Failed Joint Replacement Shows High Failure Rates
    on November 12, 2026 at 2:58 am

    A multicenter study of 85 patients reveals modular non-fusion knee arthrodesis yields moderate implant survival, substantial amputation risks in aseptic cases, and poor functional outcomes.

  • Tongji University Planning Graduates Increasingly Diversify Career Choices
    on November 12, 2026 at 2:58 am

    An analysis of employment records from Tongji University reveals that urban and rural planning graduates diversified their career choices and pursued individualized pathways between 2014 and 2023.

  • Measured Posterior Corneal Astigmatism Alters Toric Lens Planning in Thirty Percent of Eyes
    on November 12, 2026 at 2:58 am

    A retrospective study of 91 eyes found that entering measured posterior corneal astigmatism into the Barrett toric calculator altered lens planning recommendations in 29.7 percent of cases, predominantly by reducing the proposed cylinder power step.

  • Emerging Fusarium Species Cause Pomegranate Canker Under Controlled Conditions in Iran
    on November 12, 2026 at 2:58 am

    Surveys of pomegranate orchards in southern Iran revealed that emerging Fusarium iranicum and Fusarium clavum isolates drive canker disease, exhibiting significant variation in pathogen aggressiveness and cultivar-dependent host susceptibility.

  • Reasoning Modes Boost Language Model Accuracy in Chinese Clinical Text Extraction
    on November 12, 2026 at 2:58 am

    A benchmark across 6,900 outputs revealed that reasoning modes substantially increased clinical text extraction accuracy while noticeably lengthening inference latency.

  • Ethiopian Hospital Study Evaluates In-Hospital Mortality Risk in Diabetic COVID-19 Patients
    on November 12, 2026 at 2:54 am

    A retrospective study at ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital in Addis Ababa found that diabetes was linked to higher crude COVID-19 in-hospital mortality and worse laboratory markers, but was not independently associated with death after multivariable adjustment.

  • Isotopes Reveal How Organic Fertilizers Lower Vegetable Nitrate
    on November 12, 2026 at 2:54 am

    A review in Agricultural Products Processing and Storage details how stable isotope techniques clarify the mechanisms by which organic fertilizers reduce nitrate accumulation in various vegetable types compared to conventional chemical fertilizers.

  • Physical Simulator Feasibly Distinguishes Experience Levels in Endoscopic Discectomy Training
    on November 12, 2026 at 2:54 am

    An exploratory cross-sectional study demonstrates that an interactive 3D-printed physical simulator feasibly differentiates neurosurgeons and trainees across experience levels during simulated endoscopic discectomy portal placement.

  • Preclinical Pulse: The research catching our eye in November 2026 
    by Roohi Mariam Peter on November 10, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    Preclinical Pulse in November 2026 features research across therapeutic technologies, including small molecule and gene therapy approaches. The post Preclinical Pulse: The research catching our eye in November 2026  appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • Biotech in Switzerland: 10 companies to watch in 2027 
    by Jules Adam on November 9, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    Switzerland is a booming biotech hotspot in Europe boasting many high-profile companies. Here are 10 promising Swiss biotech companies. The post Biotech in Switzerland: 10 companies to watch in 2027  appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • Zooming out from ovaries: how has renaming PMOS changed lives? 
    by Roohi Mariam Peter on November 6, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    The name change from PCOS to PMOS hopes to reverse misdiagnoses rates and spread awareness about a complex endocrine disorder. The post Zooming out from ovaries: how has renaming PMOS changed lives?  appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • How to turn a BIO-Europe meeting into a lasting partnership
    by Dylan Kissane on November 6, 2026 at 9:00 am

    Joining us is Shashi Koduru, Senior Director of Business Development at Vector BioMed. We discuss how he finds the right partners, and makes short meetings productive. The post How to turn a BIO-Europe meeting into a lasting partnership appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • From gene editing to RNA therapies: The biotech trends to look out for at AHA Scientific Sessions 2026
    by Willow Shah-Neville on November 4, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    We look at some of the key biotech developments, companies, and clinical data to watch at AHA Scientific Sessions 2026. The post From gene editing to RNA therapies: The biotech trends to look out for at AHA Scientific Sessions 2026 appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • The biggest biotech funding rounds in October 2026
    by Willow Shah-Neville on November 4, 2026 at 9:00 am

    The companies Summit Therapeutics, Dren Bio, and Lycia Therapeutics bagged the biggest biotech funding rounds overall in October 2026. The post The biggest biotech funding rounds in October 2026 appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • Top biotech deals in October 2026 
    by Roohi Mariam Peter on November 3, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    The most expensive biotech M&A in October 2026 was worth $2 billion. Licensing deals spanned across therapeutic technologies. The post Top biotech deals in October 2026  appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • Why global expansion is changing the shape of the ATMP supply chain
    by External Contributor on November 3, 2026 at 9:00 am

    Explore how integrated infrastructure can help advanced therapy supply chains reduce fragmentation, maintain continuity, and support global growth. The post Why global expansion is changing the shape of the ATMP supply chain appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • Teva’s pipeline in 2027: Can it sustain its transformation? 
    by Jules Adam on November 2, 2026 at 1:59 pm

    While Teva is initially known for its generics business, the company is shifting its strategy to build a more innovative pipeline. The post Teva’s pipeline in 2027: Can it sustain its transformation?  appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • ESMO 2026: readouts and highlights at the oncology summit 
    by Roohi Mariam Peter on October 30, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    ESMO 2026 was the hotspot for cancer research readouts, with encouraging trials across indications and therapeutic candidates. The post ESMO 2026: readouts and highlights at the oncology summit  appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • Genprex bets on a one-time gene therapy for diabetes (Part 3 of 3)
    by Dylan Kissane on October 30, 2026 at 9:01 am

    In part three of our series, I spoke with Ryan Confer, President and CEO of Genprex, about the company’s move from cancer into diabetes. The post Genprex bets on a one-time gene therapy for diabetes (Part 3 of 3) appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • New idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis drugs on the way 
    by Roohi Mariam Peter on October 28, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    There is a lot of research going on in the therapeutic field of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, in the hope that more treatments reach patients sooner. The post New idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis drugs on the way  appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

  • Announcing DIYbiosphere: an open source project to connect DIYbio related activities worldwide
    by Jason Bobe on March 17, 2018 at 10:53 am

    With significant growth in activities globally, our /local page has strained to keep up and simply is not a great...