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Atara Biotherapeutics Stock Jumps 18% as FDA Shake-Up Puts Ebvallo Back in Focus

Atara Biotherapeutics Stock Jumps 18% as FDA Shake-Up Puts Ebvallo Back in Focus

Atara Biotherapeutics shares jumped 18% Monday after reports that FDA biologics chief Vinay Prasad will depart in April. The move follows the agency’s January rejection of Atara’s EBVALLO therapy for a rare blood cancer, which wiped out 56% of the stock’s value. Atara and partner Pierre Fabre have requested a Type A meeting with the FDA to revisit the decision. Atara ended 2025 with $8.5 million in cash.
Denali Therapeutics stock price rises as FDA freezes rival Regenxbio’s Hunter syndrome gene therapy trials

Denali Therapeutics stock price rises as FDA freezes rival Regenxbio’s Hunter syndrome gene therapy trials

Denali Therapeutics shares rose 3.7% to $21.62 Thursday after the FDA halted Regenxbio’s gene therapy trials over a brain tumor case, intensifying focus on Denali’s Hunter syndrome drug under FDA review. Investors await Denali’s clinical data update in early February and a regulatory decision by April 5. The iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF was little changed.
Top Biotechnology and Health Tech Trends in 2025: Mid-Year Update and Forecast (Updated: June 27th, 2025)

Top Biotechnology and Health Tech Trends in 2025: Mid-Year Update and Forecast (Updated: June 27th, 2025)

The FDA approved Abeona’s Zevaskyn, the first cell-based gene therapy for RDEB, in April 2025, with launch set for Q3 at $3.1 million. Vertex’s CRISPR therapy Casgevy generated $2 million in Q3 2024. Novo Holdings acquired Catalent for $16.5 billion in January 2025 to secure GLP-1 drug manufacturing. Johnson & Johnson bought Intra-Cellular Therapies for $14.6 billion, expanding its neuroscience portfolio.

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  • Smithfield Foods Defies Market Trends with Negative Beta and Strong Earnings
    April 12, 2026, 4:40 AM EDT. Smithfield Foods (NASDAQ: SFD), a leading U.S. pork processor, stands out with a negative beta, meaning its stock price moves opposite to the overall market downturn. Since its January 2025 initial public offering, Smithfield is up about 31% year-to-date and 46% over the past 12 months despite broader market declines. The company reported strong fiscal 2025 results with $15.5 billion in sales and a 54% earnings rise to $0.83 per share. Challenges like tariffs, inflation, and increased fuel costs tested Smithfield, but a strategic 40% reduction in internal hog production helped improve profitability. For 2026, the firm projects modest revenue growth and adjusted operating profit rising 5% mid-range to about $1.4 billion. It also offers a 4.25% dividend yield with $1.25 per share payouts, making it a compelling defensive play amid market volatility.

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Bitcoin Price Today Slips After Iran Talks End Without Deal, but ETF Buyers Keep Showing Up

Bitcoin Price Today Slips After Iran Talks End Without Deal, but ETF Buyers Keep Showing Up

12 April 2026
Bitcoin fell 1.4% to $71,707 on Sunday after U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad ended without a deal. Spot bitcoin ETFs logged net inflows last week, with BlackRock and Fidelity leading Friday’s buying. Morgan Stanley launched its MSBT fund on April 8, the first Wall Street bank to debut a bitcoin ETF. U.S. inflation data showed headline CPI up 3.3% in March, while core CPI rose 2.6%.
XRP Price Today: XRP Slips to $1.33 After Failed U.S.-Iran Talks Hit Crypto

XRP Price Today: XRP Slips to $1.33 After Failed U.S.-Iran Talks Hit Crypto

12 April 2026
XRP slipped about 1% to $1.33 on Sunday after U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad ended without a deal, pressuring crypto markets. The token traded in a narrow range, with bitcoin and ether also weaker. XRP’s market cap stands at $81.7 billion, with $1.96 billion in daily volume. The token remains 63.5% below its all-time high.
Gold Price Today: Bullion Near $4,762 After Weekly Gain, but Failed Iran Talks Cloud Outlook

Gold Price Today: Bullion Near $4,762 After Weekly Gain, but Failed Iran Talks Cloud Outlook

12 April 2026
Spot gold steadied at $4,761.79 an ounce Friday after a third weekly gain, with U.S. futures at $4,787.40. The dollar posted its biggest weekly drop since January, making gold cheaper for non-U.S. buyers. U.S.-Iran talks ended without a deal, keeping geopolitical risks high. China’s central bank increased gold reserves for a 17th month, reaching 74.38 million ounces.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 12.04.2026

12 April 2026
Futu Holdings (FUTU) rose 10.2% in the past week but trades 13.4% below its January level. Shares closed at $154.50, while analysts estimate intrinsic value at $245.48. The company posted a 92.2% return over 12 months. Valuation models indicate earnings exceed risk costs, supporting long-term growth projections.
India F-35 Deal Hits Pause: Lockheed Martin Says No Direct Talks, U.S. Door Still Open

India F-35 Deal Hits Pause: Lockheed Martin Says No Direct Talks, U.S. Door Still Open

11 April 2026
Lockheed Martin said it is not in direct talks with India over the F-35, clarifying that any approach must go through official U.S. and Indian channels under the Foreign Military Sales process. Indian officials confirmed no formal discussions on acquiring the F-35 have begun. India recently approved a $40 billion military upgrade, including other fighter jets, while Lockheed’s F-21 remains in a separate competition.
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