On September 12, 2019 GT Biopharma, Inc. (OTCQB: GTBP) (GTBP.PA) an immuno-oncology company focused on innovative treatments based on the Company’s proprietary NK cell engager (TriKE) platform and Multi-Target Directed Bispecific Drug Conjugate platform, reported that it notified FDA that it was commencing enrollment in its first-in-human GTB-3550 Phase I/II clinical trial (Press release, GT Biopharma , SEP 12, 2019, View Source [SID1234539478]). The clinical trial is being conducted at the University of Minnesota’s Masonic Cancer Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota under the direction of Dr. Erica Warlick.

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The open-label, dose-escalation Phase I portion of the trial will evaluate GTB-3550 in patients with CD33-expressing, high risk myelodysplastic syndromes, refractory/relapsed acute myeloid leukemia or advanced systemic mastocytosis, and will determine safety and tolerability as well as the pharmacologically active dose and maximum tolerated dose of GTB-3550. The Phase II portion of the trial is planned to further evaluate the recommended dose of GTB-3550 in this patient population.

Mr. Anthony Cataldo, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GT Biopharma commented "we are pleased to begin patient enrollment in this population of advanced cancer patients." Mr. Cataldo further stated, "We appreciate the support Dr. Warlick and the University of Minnesota have provided, and are looking forward to furthering our relationship as we advance other TriKEs into the clinic."

About GTB-3550 Trispecific NK cell Engager (TriKE)

GTB-3550 (OXS-3550) is the Company’s first Tri-specific NK cell Engager (TriKE) product candidate being initially developed for the treatment AML. GTB-3550 is a single-chain, tri-specific scFv recombinant fusion protein conjugate composed of the variable regions of the heavy and light chains of anti-CD16 and anti-CD33 antibodies and a modified form of IL-15. The natural killer (NK) cell stimulating cytokine human IL-15 portion of the molecule provides a self-sustaining signal that activates NK cells and enhances their ability to kill. We intend to study GTB-3550 in CD33 positive leukemias such as acute myeloid leukemia (AML), myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), and other CD33+ hematopoietic malignancies.

About GTB-1550 Multi-Target Directed Bispecific Drug Conjugate

GTB-1550 targets cancer cells expressing the CD19 receptor or CD22 receptor or both receptors thereby maximizing cancer cell recognition by binding to CD19+, CD22+ and CD19+/CD22+ cancer cells. When GTB-1550 binds to cancer cells, the cancer cells internalize GTB-1550, and are killed due to the action of drug’s cytotoxic diphtheria toxin payload.

On September 12, 2019 Genentech, a member of the Roche Group (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY), reported positive data from the Phase III IMpower110 study evaluating Tecentriq (atezolizumab) as a first-line (initial) monotherapy compared with cisplatin or carboplatin and pemetrexed or gemcitabine (chemotherapy) in advanced non-squamous and squamous non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) without ALK or EGFR mutations (wild-type; WT) (Press release, Genentech, SEP 12, 2019, View Source [SID1234539445]). The study met its primary endpoint in an interim analysis showing that Tecentriq monotherapy demonstrated a statistically significant overall survival (OS) benefit in people with high PD-L1 expression (TC3/IC3-WT), compared with chemotherapy alone. Safety for Tecentriq appeared to be consistent with its known safety profile and no new safety signals were identified. The study will continue to final analysis for people with lower levels of PD-L1 expression.

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"We are encouraged that Tecentriq monotherapy has shown a significant survival benefit over chemotherapy as an initial treatment in people with squamous or non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer with high PD-L1 expression," said Sandra Horning, M.D., chief medical officer and head of Global Product Development. "These findings reinforce the potential of Tecentriq to play an important role in the treatment of multiple forms of lung cancer, and we look forward to discussing these data with health authorities."

Genentech will now submit these data to global health authorities, including the FDA and EMA, and will discuss how best to bring this option to patients as quickly as possible. These data will be presented at an upcoming medical meeting.

Currently, Genentech has nine Phase III lung cancer studies underway evaluating Tecentriq as a monotherapy or in combination with other medicines across different types of lung cancer. Genentech has an extensive development program for Tecentriq, including multiple ongoing and planned Phase III studies, across lung, genitourinary, skin, breast, gastrointestinal, gynecological and head and neck cancers. This includes studies evaluating Tecentriq both alone and in combination with other medicines.

About the IMpower110 study

IMpower110 is a Phase III, randomized, open-label study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Tecentriq monotherapy compared with cisplatin or carboplatin and pemetrexed or gemcitabine (chemotherapy) in programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1)-selected, chemotherapy-naive participants with advanced non-squamous or squamous NSCLC without ALK or EGFR mutations (wild-type; WT).

A total of 555 people (555 WT) were enrolled and were randomized 1:1 to receive:

Tecentriq monotherapy, until loss of clinical benefit (as assessed by the investigator), or
Cisplatin or carboplatin (per investigator discretion) combined with either pemetrexed (non-squamous) or gemcitabine (squamous), followed by maintenance therapy with pemetrexed alone (non-squamous) or best supportive care (squamous) until disease progression, unacceptable toxicity or death.
The primary efficacy endpoint is OS by PD-L1 subgroup (TC3/IC3-WT; TC2/3/ IC2/3-WT; and TC1,2,3/IC1,2,3-WT), as determined by the SP142 assay test. Key secondary endpoints include investigator-assessed progression-free survival (PFS), objective response rate (ORR) and duration of response (DoR).

About lung cancer

According to the American Cancer Society, it is estimated that more than 228,000 Americans will be diagnosed with lung cancer in 2019, and NSCLC accounts for 80-85% of all lung cancers. It is estimated that approximately 60% of lung cancer diagnoses in the United States are made when the disease is in the advanced stages.

About Tecentriq (atezolizumab)

Tecentriq is a monoclonal antibody designed to bind with a protein called PD-L1. Tecentriq is designed to bind to PD-L1 expressed on tumor cells and tumor-infiltrating immune cells, blocking its interactions with both PD-1 and B7.1 receptors. By inhibiting PD-L1, Tecentriq may enable the re-activation of T cells. Tecentriq may also affect normal cells.

Tecentriq U.S. Indications

Tecentriq is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with:

A type of lung cancer called non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Tecentriq may be used with bevacizumab and the chemotherapy medicines carboplatin and paclitaxel as your first treatment when your lung cancer:
has spread or grown, and
is a type of lung cancer called "non-squamous NSCLC", and
your tumor does not have an abnormal "EGFR" or "ALK" gene
Tecentriq may be used alone when your lung cancer:
has spread or grown, and
you have tried chemotherapy that contains platinum, and it did not work or is no longer working, and
If your tumor has an abnormal "EGFR" or "ALK" gene, you should have also tried an FDA-approved therapy for tumors with these abnormal genes, and it did not work or is no longer working
A type of lung cancer called small cell lung cancer (SCLC).

Tecentriq may be used with the chemotherapy medicines carboplatin and etoposide as your first treatment when your lung cancer:
is a type of lung cancer called "extensive-stage small cell lung cancer," which means that it has spread or grown
It is not known if Tecentriq is safe and effective in children.

Important Safety Information

What is the most important information about Tecentriq?

Tecentriq can cause the immune system to attack normal organs and tissues and can affect the way they work. These problems can sometimes become serious or life threatening and can lead to death.

Patients should call or see their healthcare provider right away if they get any symptoms of the following problems or these symptoms get worse.

Tecentriq can cause serious side effects, including:

Lung problems (pneumonitis)–signs and symptoms of pneumonitis may include new or worsening cough, shortness of breath, and chest pain
Liver problems (hepatitis)–signs and symptoms of hepatitis may include yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes, severe nausea or vomiting, pain on the right side of the stomach area (abdomen), drowsiness, dark urine (tea colored), bleeding or bruising more easily than normal, and feeling less hungry than usual
Intestinal problems (colitis)–signs and symptoms of colitis may include diarrhea (loose stools) or more bowel movements than usual, blood or mucus in stools or dark, tarry, sticky stools, and severe stomach area (abdomen) pain or tenderness
Hormone gland problems (especially the thyroid, adrenal glands, pancreas, and pituitary)–signs and symptoms that the hormone glands are not working properly may include headaches that will not go away or unusual headaches, extreme tiredness, weight gain or weight loss, dizziness or fainting, feeling more hungry or thirsty than usual, hair loss, changes in mood or behavior (such as decreased sex drive, irritability, or forgetfulness), feeling cold, constipation, the voice gets deeper, urinating more often than usual, nausea or vomiting, and stomach area (abdomen) pain
Problems in other organs–signs and symptoms may include severe muscle weakness, numbness or tingling in hands or feet, confusion, blurry vision, double vision, or other vision problems, changes in mood or behavior, extreme sensitivity to light, neck stiffness, eye pain or redness, skin blisters or peeling, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, or swelling of the ankles
Severe infections–signs and symptoms of infection may include fever, cough, flu-like symptoms, pain when urinating, and frequent urination or back pain
Severe infusion reactions–signs and symptoms of infusion reactions may include chills or shaking, itching or rash, flushing, shortness of breath or wheezing, swelling of the face or lips, dizziness, fever, feeling like passing out, and back or neck pain
Getting medical treatment right away may help keep these problems from becoming more serious. A healthcare provider may treat patients with corticosteroid or hormone replacement medicines. A healthcare provider may delay or completely stop treatment with Tecentriq if patients have severe side effects.

Before receiving Tecentriq, patients should tell their healthcare provider about all of their medical conditions, including if they:

have immune system problems (such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or lupus); have had an organ transplant; have lung or breathing problems; have liver problems; have a condition that affects the nervous system (such as myasthenia gravis or Guillain-Barre syndrome); or are being treated for an infection
are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Tecentriq can harm an unborn baby. Patients should tell their healthcare provider right away if they become pregnant or think they may be pregnant during treatment with Tecentriq. Females who are able to become pregnant:
A healthcare provider should do a pregnancy test before they start treatment with Tecentriq
They should use an effective method of birth control during their treatment and for at least 5 months after the last dose of Tecentriq
are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if Tecentriq passes into the breast milk. Patients should not breastfeed during treatment and for at least 5 months after the last dose of Tecentriq
Patients should tell their healthcare provider about all the medicines they take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

The most common side effects of Tecentriq when used alone include:

feeling tired or weak
nausea
cough
shortness of breath
decreased appetite
The most common side effects of Tecentriq when used in lung cancer with other anti-cancer medicines include:

feeling tired or weak
nausea
hair loss
constipation
diarrhea
decreased appetite
Tecentriq may cause fertility problems in females, which may affect the ability to have children. Patients should talk to their healthcare provider if they have concerns about fertility.

These are not all the possible side effects of Tecentriq. Patients should ask their healthcare provider or pharmacist for more information. Patients should call their doctor for medical advice about side effects.

Report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or View Source Report side effects to Genentech at 1-888-835-2555.

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For more than 30 years, Genentech has been developing medicines with the goal to redefine treatment in oncology. Today, we’re investing more than ever to bring personalized cancer immunotherapy (PCI) to people with cancer. The goal of PCI is to provide each person with a treatment tailored to harness his or her own immune system to fight cancer. Genentech is studying more than 10 cancer immunotherapy medicines across 70 clinical trials alone or in combination with other medicines. In every study we are evaluating biomarkers to identify which people may be appropriate candidates for our medicines. For more information visit View Source

About Genentech in lung cancer

Lung cancer is a major area of focus and investment for Genentech, and we are committed to developing new approaches, medicines and tests that can help people with this deadly disease. Our goal is to provide an effective treatment option for every person diagnosed with lung cancer. We currently have five approved medicines to treat certain kinds of lung cancer and more than 10 medicines being developed to target the most common genetic drivers of lung cancer or to boost the immune system to combat the disease.

On September 12, 2019 Palatin Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: PTN), a specialized biopharmaceutical company developing first-in-class medicines based on molecules that modulate the activity of the melanocortin and natriuretic peptide receptor systems, whose product candidates are targeted, receptor-specific therapeutics for the treatment of diseases with significant unmet medical need and commercial potential, reported results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2019 (Press release, Palatin Technologies, SEP 12, 2019, View Source [SID1234539479]).

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"The last year was a landmark one for Palatin. We are proud of the recent FDA approval of Vyleesi and the continued advancement of our pipeline programs," said Carl Spana, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Palatin. "The FDA approval is an incredible achievement and milestone, and we are excited that premenopausal women now have a safe and effective, as-needed option available to them for the treatment of acquired, generalized HSDD. Our cash and accounts receivable balances at June 30, 2019 of $102 million is sufficient to cover planned operations through at least calendar year 2021. We remain focused on advancing discussions on Vyleesi collaborations for territories outside the currently licensed territories of North America, China, and Korea, and initiating multiple clinical trials for our pipeline programs over the next several quarters for the treatment of dry eye disease, non-infectious uveitis and ulcerative colitis."

2019 Fiscal Year Highlights and Recent Events

Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder / Vyleesi (bremelanotide injection)
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted marketing approval of AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.’s New Drug Application (NDA) for Vyleesi (bremelanotide injection), a melanocortin receptor agonist developed by Palatin, indicated for the treatment of premenopausal women with acquired, generalized hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD). The FDA’s approval of the NDA on June 21, 2019 triggered a $60 million milestone payment to Palatin under its North American license agreement with AMAG that was received in July. Additionally, Palatin is entitled to receive tiered royalties on net sales ranging from high single-digit to low double-digit percentages, and sales milestones based on escalating annual net sales thresholds, the first of which is $25 million, triggered at annual net sales of $250 million.

Vyleesi is the first as needed treatment for premenopausal women with acquired, generalized HSDD. Vyleesi is currently available through specialty pharmacies, Avella and BioPlus, and AMAG will launch Vyleesi nationally with its full sales force in mid-September.

Anti-Inflammatory / Autoimmune Programs
Melanocortin agonist products are under development for the treatment of inflammatory and autoimmune diseases such as dry eye, uveitis, diabetic retinopathy and inflammatory bowel diseases (ulcerative colitis).

We announced positive results of a micro-dose study of radiolabeled PL8177, a selective melanocortin receptor 1 ("MC1r") peptide agonist, using an oral, delayed-release, polymer formulation. The study met all primary and secondary endpoints. PL8177 has potential application in treatment of ulcerative colitis and other inflammatory bowel diseases. The FDA has granted orphan drug designation for PL8177 for the treatment of non-infectious intermediate, posterior, pan and chronic anterior uveitis. Non-infectious uveitis (NIU) is a group of inflammatory diseases that produces swelling and destroys eye tissue and can result in vision loss. A Phase 2 proof-of-concept clinical study with a systemic formulation in NIU patients is anticipated to commence in the fourth quarter of calendar year 2019. A Phase 2 proof-of-concept clinical study with an oral formulation in ulcerative colitis patients is anticipated to commence in the first quarter of calendar year 2020.

An IND application for PL9643, a melanocortin peptide agonist, and commencement of a Phase 2 clinical study in dry eye disease, are currently anticipated in the first quarter of calendar year 2020.

Natriuretic Peptide Receptor ("NPR") System Program
The Company has designed and is developing potential drug candidates that are selective agonist for one or more different natriuretic peptide receptors, including natriuretic peptide receptor-A ("NPR-A"), natriuretic peptide receptor B ("NPR-B"), and natriuretic peptide receptor C ("NPR-C"). Active collaborations with several institutions are ongoing for PL3994, an NPR-A agonist that has potential utility in the treatment of a number of cardiovascular diseases, including genetic and orphan diseases resulting from a deficiency of endogenous active NPR-A, and PL5028, a dual NPR-A and NPR-C agonist in development for cardiovascular diseases, including reducing cardiac hypertrophy and fibrosis. A Phase 2A clinical trial evaluating PL3994 in heart failure patients with preserved left ventricular ejection fraction will begin enrollment in the latter half of calendar year 2019. This trial is supported by a grant from the American Heart Association.

Genetic Obesity Program
The Company’s melanocortin receptor 4 ("MC4r") peptide PL8905 and orally-active small molecule PL9610 are currently under investigation for the treatment of rare genetic metabolic and obesity disorders. These programs are under internal evaluation for orphan designation and potential development.

Corporate
Cash and accounts receivable balances at June 30, 2019 of $102 million is sufficient to cover planned operations through at least calendar year 2021. Included in the accounts receivable balance is a $60 million milestone payment due from AMAG for the Vyleesi FDA approval, which was received in July 2019.

Debt and related liabilities decreased from $7.2 million at June 30, 2018 to $0.8 million at June 30, 2019, with a final payment remitted in July 2019.

Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2019 Financial Results
Palatin reported net income of $52.2 million, or $0.25 per basic and $0.23 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter ended June 30, 2019, compared to net income of $11.8 million, or $0.06 per basic and diluted share, for the same period in 2018.

The difference between the three months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 was attributable to the recognition of license and contract revenue pursuant to our license agreement with AMAG of $60.3 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2019 compared to $20.6 million in 2018.

For the year ended June 30, 2019, Palatin reported net income of $35.8 million, or $0.17 per basic and $0.16 per diluted share, compared to net income of $24.7 million, or $0.12 per basic and diluted share for the year ended June 30, 2018.

The difference in net income for the years ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, was primarily the result of a $16.6 million decrease in operating expenses to $24.6 million for the year ended June 30, 2019, compared to $41.2 million for the year ended June 30, 2018, partially offset by the recognition of license and contract revenue of $60.3 million for the year ended June 30, 2019, compared to $67.1 million of license and contract revenue for the year ended June 30, 2018.

Revenue
For the quarter and year ended June 30, 2019, Palatin recognized $60.3 million in license and contract revenue related to our license agreement with AMAG.

For the quarter and year ended June 30, 2018, Palatin recognized $20.6 million and $62.1 million, respectively, in license and contract revenue related to our license agreement with AMAG and an additional $5 million in license revenue for the year ended June 30, 2018 related to our license agreement with Fosun.

Operating Expenses
Total operating expenses for the quarter ended June 30, 2019 were $8.1 million, compared to $8.3 million for the comparable quarter of 2018. For the year ended June 30, 2019, Palatin incurred $24.6 million of operating expenses, compared to $41.2 million for the year ended June 30, 2018.

The decrease in operating expenses reflects the completion of the Vyleesi Phase 3 clinical trial program and ancillary studies necessary to file the NDA with the FDA in March 2018.

Other Income/Expense
Total other income, net, for the quarter and year ended June 30, 2019 was approximately $38,000 and $29,000, respectively.

Total other expense, net, for the quarter and year ended June 30, 2018 was $0.2 million and $1.1 million, respectively.

Total other income (expense), net consisted of investment income offset by interest expense related to venture debt.

Income Tax
Palatin recorded no income tax expense for the quarter and year ended June 30, 2019 as a result of the utilization of net operating losses.

Income tax expense was $0.3 and $0.1 million, respectively, for the quarter and year ended June 30, 2018. Income tax expense for the year ended June 30, 2018 related to $0.6 million in tax withholding requirements related to our Fosun and Kwangdong license agreements that was recorded as an expense during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2018 offset by a tax benefit of $0.5 million related to the release of a valuation allowance against Palatin’s federal alternative minimum tax credit as a result of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

Cash Position
Palatin’s cash and cash equivalents were $43.5 million with accounts receivable of $60.3 million at June 30, 2019, compared to cash and cash equivalents and no accounts receivable of $38.0 million at June 30, 2018. Included in the accounts receivable balance at June 30, 2019 is a $60 million milestone payment due from AMAG for the Vyleesi FDA approval, which was received in July 2019. Current liabilities were $4.2 million as of June 30, 2019, compared to $10.8 million at June 30, 2018.

Palatin Drug Discovery Programs
During the conference call and webcast, management will update and discuss next steps in Palatin’s portfolio of drug development programs. These include Palatin’s melanocortin MC1r agonist peptides for treatment of inflammatory indications and natriuretic peptide receptor agonist compounds for treatment of cardiovascular and fibrotic diseases.

Conference Call / Webcast
Palatin will host a conference call and audio webcast on September 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results of operations in greater detail and provide an update on corporate developments. Individuals interested in listening to the conference call live can dial 1-888-254-3590 (U.S./Canada) or 1-323-994-2093 (international), conference ID 1394071. The audio webcast and replay can be accessed by logging on to the "Investor/Webcasts" section of Palatin’s website at View Source A telephone and webcast replay will be available approximately one hour after the completion of the call. To access the telephone replay, dial 1-888-203-1112 (U.S./Canada) or 1-719-457-0820 (international), passcode 1394071. The webcast and telephone replay will be available through September 19, 2019.

On September 12, 2019 Isofol Medical AB (publ), (Nasdaq First North Premier: ISOFOL), reported that an abstract highlighting the study design of its ongoing pivotal/registration-based AGENT clinical study (ISO-CC-007) in metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) will be presented at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) (Free ESMO Whitepaper) 2019 Congress, to be held from September 27 to October 1, 2019, in Barcelona, Spain (Press release, Isofol Medical, SEP 12, 2019, View Source [SID1234539446]).

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Dr. Roger Tell, chief medical officer of Isofol, said, "The abstract will be presented as a poster and will highlight the design and execution to date of the AGENT study. The study evaluating the effectiveness of arfolitixorin, in combination with other drugs, compared to current standard treatment for patients affected by mCRC. The AGENT study is important, as very few new drugs have been introduced to the mCRC treatment landscape in the last decade, including no new early-line therapies. With the preliminary hopeful results we have achieved with arfolitixorin in our ongoing Phase 1/2 study (ISO-CC-005), we are pleased to present our clinical development program with arfolitixorin at the this year´s ESMO (Free ESMO Whitepaper) congress."

The AGENT study is a multicentre, randomized, parallel-group Phase 3 clinical study evaluating arfolitixorin as a new experimental therapy for the treatment of mCRC in first-line treatment. The study is recruiting patients at approximately 70 global sites. Dr. Josep Tabernero, head of the Medical Oncology Department at the Vall d’Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus, and Director of the Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology, is the study’s coordinating investigator and Dr. Heinz-Josef Lenz, Co-Leader, Gastrointestinal Cancers Program, University of Southern California Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, Los Angeles, US, is the principal investigator in North America.

ESMO is the largest oncology conference in Europe and will be attended by approximately 25,000 clinicians, researchers and representatives of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector.

The poster will be published on-line via the ESMO (Free ESMO Whitepaper) website on September 23, 2019 and will presented on-site on September 29, 2019 at the poster area, Hall 4.

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About arfolitixorin

Arfolitixorin is Isofol’s proprietary drug candidate being developed to increase the efficacy of standard of care chemotherapy for advanced colorectal cancer. The drug candidate is currently being studied in a global Phase 3 clinical trial, AGENT. As the key active metabolite of the widely used folate-based drugs, arfolitixorin can potentially benefit all patients with advanced colorectal cancer, as it does not require complicated metabolic activation to become effective.

On September 12, 2019 Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE:BMY) reported that it will announce results for the third quarter of 2019 on Thursday, October 31, 2019 (Press release, Bristol-Myers Squibb, SEP 12, 2019, View Source [SID1234539464]). During a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET on October 31, company executives will review financial information and will address inquiries from investors and analysts.

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