1122 GMT - Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as Health and Human Services secretary will likely impact vaccine makers and the Food and Drug Administration, Jefferies analysts write. Kennedy has publicly criticized childhood and mRNA-based vaccines, the analysts say. Vaccine perception in the U.S. could suffer, leading to lower demand and sales and potentially cause outbreaks if vaccinations are not consistent over the next four years, Jefferies says. Kennedy has also been vocal on overhauling the FDA, which could alter the regulatory path, resources for biotech and drug review positions as well as impacting key FDA leadership. Bavarian Nordic shares are down 16%, with Valneva down 6%. (dominic.chopping@wsj.com)
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November 15, 2024 06:22 ET (11:22 GMT)
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