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Potential outside week and bearish potential for TLXEntry conditions: (i) lower share price for ASX:TLX below the level of the potential outside week noted on 2nd June (i.e.: below the level of $24.91). Stop loss for the trade would be: (i) above the high of the outside week on 5th June (i.e.: above $27.40), should the trade activate. Important note for the trade: - Observe market reaction at two key areas illustrated in the chart above, should the trade activate ($24.79 and $24.47), which could act as support against the short trade.
ASX:TLXShort
by Ivory_Wolf
Telix Pharmaceuticals: A Game-Changer in Brain Cancer ImagingTelix Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: TLX) has announced a significant development in its journey towards transforming brain cancer diagnostics. The company has opened an Expanded Access Program (EAP) in the United States for TLX101-CDx (Pixclara™1, 18F-floretyrosine or 18F-FET), an investigational PET agent for imaging progressive or recurrent glioma. This move comes after receiving the green light from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), marking a major milestone for Telix in addressing the unmet medical needs in glioma imaging. The Need for Advanced Glioma Imaging Glioma is the most common and aggressive form of primary brain cancer, notoriously difficult to diagnose and monitor accurately with conventional MRI. Traditional MRI has limitations, including lack of biological specificity, dependency on blood-brain barrier disruption, and difficulty in differentiating between tumor progression and treatment-related changes. These challenges underscore the critical need for more precise imaging techniques. Dr. Patrick Wen, a renowned neurologist from Harvard Medical School and Director of the Center for Neuro-Oncology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, emphasized the potential of TLX101-CDx to revolutionize glioma imaging. "Amino acid PET imaging of the brain is increasingly used to supplement conventional imaging by MRI. TLX101-CDx (FET-PET) shows potential to provide a more rapid and conclusive diagnosis, inform treatment decisions, and deliver a new standard for the management of gliomas in the U.S.," he said. Expanded Access Program and Future Prospects The FDA's EAP, also known as 'compassionate use,' allows patients with serious or life-threatening conditions to access investigational products outside of clinical trials. This initiative by Telix ensures that glioma patients in the U.S. can benefit from TLX101-CDx even before its formal approval. David N. Cade, MD, Telix's Chief Medical Officer, highlighted the importance of this program, stating, "The opening of this expanded access program will enable us to provide continued access to this investigational agent, where there is significant unmet medical need in the U.S." Telix plans to file its New Drug Application (NDA) for TLX101-CDx with the FDA during Q3 2024, aiming to make this advanced imaging agent commercially available in the U.S. for both adult and pediatric patients. Financial Growth and Market Position Telix Pharmaceuticals has also revised its full-year revenue forecast upwards, following a robust second quarter. The company now expects revenue to fall within the range of $US490 million to $US510 million, approximately 10% higher than previous guidance. This surge in revenue is primarily driven by higher sales of its prostate cancer imaging product, Illuccix, in the U.S. Telix's shares have seen a remarkable rise, hitting a fresh record high of $20.76 before stabilizing around $19.81 on Monday Market trading. The company's CEO, Christian Behrenbruch, attributed this growth to "excellent quarterly growth in both revenue and dose volume sales of Illuccix." Despite the impressive financial performance, Telix continues to invest heavily in research and development, with plans to increase R&D spending by 40% to 50% compared to the prior year. This investment is crucial for the continued development of its innovative diagnostic solutions, including TLX101-CDx and other therapies like Zircaix for diagnosing kidney cancers. The Road Ahead Telix Pharmaceuticals is poised to make significant strides in the field of cancer diagnostics. The launch of the EAP for TLX101-CDx in the U.S. and the forthcoming NDA submission highlight the company's commitment to addressing critical gaps in glioma imaging. With its innovative products and strong financial performance, Telix is well-positioned to deliver robust growth and create substantial value for its shareholders. As the demand for advanced diagnostic solutions continues to rise, Telix's pioneering efforts in developing targeted imaging agents could set new standards in cancer care, offering hope and improved outcomes for patients worldwide. Conclusion Telix Pharmaceuticals' recent advancements and strategic initiatives underscore its potential to become a leader in the cancer diagnostics market. By addressing the critical needs in glioma imaging and leveraging its robust product pipeline, Telix ( ASX:TLX ) is on a path to achieve significant growth and impact the lives of countless patients battling cancer.
ASX:TLXLong
by DEXWireNews