Novartis reports Phase III results for remibrutinib in relapsing multiple sclerosis

Novartis presented Phase III data for its multiple‑sclerosis drug remibrutinib, showing a 35.2% and 31.2% reduction in annual relapse rates versus Sanofi’s Aubagio. The company said the safety profile was favorable. Market commentary varied, with one source calling the data weaker‑than‑expected while another described disease control.

The efficacy results will shape analysts’ revenue forecasts for Novartis’s MS franchise, potentially influencing the stock’s valuation. Investors may adjust expectations for future sales and market share based on the reported relapse‑rate reductions.

  • One source described the data as weaker‑than‑expected, while another said it delivered disease control.

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