1335 GMT - GSK's drug pipeline is moving in the right direction, but the U.K. drugmaker might need to do more to counter the effect of looming patent expirations, Citi analysts say. The company plans to give an update on its broader pipeline when it reports second-quarter results, instead of an event focused on its HIV franchise in June as previously expected. The change makes sense in light of recent activity on the pipeline, with ten pivotal trial starts, five key study-data releases and two acquisitions, the analysts say. That said, the steps GSK has taken so far aren't enough to counter its large patent expirations, they add. Citi lowers its target price on GSK stock to 21 pounds from 22.50 pounds. Shares rise 1.3% to 18.81 pounds.(adria.calatayud@wsj.com)
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May 06, 2026 09:35 ET (13:35 GMT)
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