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💊 Moderna Tumbles on Lower Sales Forecast, Neurocrine Biosciences Beats Expectations, Vericel and MiMedx Slide | Biotech Sector Insights

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals exceeded earnings and revenue estimates, benefiting from strong Dupixent sales but facing weaker Libtayo sales. In contrast, Biogen raised its fiscal year 2024 guidance and reported strong Q2 results.

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Thursday, August 1

IBB [-0.4%]
The iShares Biotechnology ETF (IBB) has seen a decline of 0.3% since Wednesday. Significant contributors to this downturn include Moderna, which reported higher-than-expected revenue but a larger loss per share, alongside a downgraded 2024 outlook due to lower EU sales and increased competition. Regeneron Pharmaceuticals exceeded earnings and revenue estimates, benefiting from strong Dupixent sales but facing weaker Libtayo sales. BioNTech experienced a notable drop in revenue growth and profitability challenges. In contrast, Biogen raised its fiscal year 2024 guidance and reported strong Q2 results. Additionally, Blueprint Medicines raised its 2024 revenue outlook and outperformed EPS estimates. The Russell 2000 Index has also declined by 0.71%, reflecting broader market sentiment that may be influencing biotech stocks.

💊 Regeneron Falls on Amgen Biosimilar Ruling, Biogen Drops, and Revolution Medicines Slips Amid Sector Weakness | Biotech Sector Insights

(IBB) has declined by 1.5% during market hours on Wednesday. Recent social media discussions have noted a prediction from betting markets of a Republican sweep in the upcoming November elections, which could benefit IBB.

🏦 XLF Slips as U.S. Treasury Yields Surge; Deutsche Bank Faces Legal Setback, UP Fintech Down Amid Public Offering | Financials Sector Insight

(XLF) has seen a slight decline of 0.2% during market hours on Wednesday. U.S. Treasury yields have risen, with the 10-year yield reaching its highest level in months at approximately 4.23%. This rise in yields coincides with expectations of a significant interest rate cut by the Bank of Canada.

⚡️XLE Drops Amid Rising U.S. Crude Inventories, Oil Prices Slide, While Range Resources and Baker Hughes Gain | Energy Sector Insights

(XLE) has seen a decline of 0.7% since Tuesday. This movement coincides with a nearly 1% drop in oil prices, attributed to an unexpected increase in U.S. crude inventories. Such developments may affect supply dynamics and sentiment towards energy assets like XLE.

💻 Manhattan Associates Falls Despite Beating Q3 Expectations; Enphase Sinks, While Teledyne Rises on Strong Earnings | Tech Sector Insights

(VGT) has experienced a decline since Tuesday. This movement coincides with a broader market trend, as the S&P 500 Index has dropped by 0.37%. The Bank of Canada has cut its policy rate by 50 basis points to 3.75%, which may influence the technology sector due to lower borrowing costs.

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💊 Regeneron Falls on Amgen Biosimilar Ruling, Biogen Drops, and Revolution Medicines Slips Amid Sector Weakness | Biotech Sector Insights

🏦 XLF Slips as U.S. Treasury Yields Surge; Deutsche Bank Faces Legal Setback, UP Fintech Down Amid Public Offering | Financials Sector Insight

⚡️XLE Drops Amid Rising U.S. Crude Inventories, Oil Prices Slide, While Range Resources and Baker Hughes Gain | Energy Sector Insights

💻 Manhattan Associates Falls Despite Beating Q3 Expectations; Enphase Sinks, While Teledyne Rises on Strong Earnings | Tech Sector Insights