Dynavax reports Q3 EPS 13c, consensus 11c

Reports Q3 revenue $80.6M, consensus $84.17M. “We are confident that the continued top-line growth of HEPLISAV-B sets the foundation for durable, long-term value creation. We believe our commercial execution to date, overall financial position, and our commitment to achieving profitability, afford us the capacity to return cash to shareholders through the share repurchase program announced today. We will continue to execute on our strategic growth pillars focused on maximizing the HEPLISAV-B opportunity, delivering on our clinical pipeline, and pursuing external opportunities to drive sustainable value for our shareholders,” said Ryan Spencer, Chief Executive Officer of Dynavax (DVAX). “Additionally, we have decided to discontinue development of our Tdap-1018 program based on results from the Phase 1 extension study. The program showed improved immunogenicity driven by CpG 1018, however, we do not believe the data support sufficient differentiation to be successful commercially. This decision aligns with our commitment to prudent management of resources aimed at generating long-term value.”