Galecto (GLTO) Stock

Galecto (GLTO) witnesses a hammer chart pattern, indicating support found by the stock after losing some value lately. This coupled with an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions could mean a trend reversal for the stock in the near term.

-  Completed strategic review to focus on oncology and severe liver diseases -  Announced acquisition of global rights to BRM-1420, a dual ENL-YEATS and FLT3 inhibitor for multiple genetic subsets of AML from Bridge Medicines -  Appointed Dr. Amy Wechsler to the Board of Directors and Matthew Kronmiller as Executive Vice President of Strategy and Chief Business Officer BOSTON, Nov. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Galecto, Inc. (NASDAQ: GLTO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of novel treatments for cancer and severe liver diseases, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. “The third quarter was a pivotal period for Galecto highlighted by the completion of a strategic review to prioritize oncology and liver diseases and subsequent acquisition of BRM-1420, a novel, dual ENL-YEATS, and FLT3 inhibitor for multiple genetic subsets of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that further strengthens our existing portfolio of first-in-class small molecule agents,” said Dr. Hans Schambye, CEO of Galecto.

BOSTON, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Galecto, Inc. (NASDAQ: GLTO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of novel treatments for cancer and fibrosis, today announced the appointment of Dr. Amy Wechsler to its Board of Directors. Dr. Wechsler brings a unique combination of expertise and a proven track record of leadership in the healthcare industry.

BOSTON, Oct. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Galecto, Inc. (NASDAQ: GLTO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of novel treatments for cancer and fibrosis, today announced that, following an intensive strategic review process, Galecto has determined to focus on cancer and liver disease, leveraging its existing clinical stage asset GB1211, which has shown positive results in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and decompensated cirrhosis clinical studies. Galecto further announced that it has bolstered its pipeline with the acquisition of the global rights to BRM-1420, a novel, first-in-class asset developed by Bridge Medicines, a company co-founded by Takeda.

Galecto, Inc. (GLTO) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

GLTO, LUMN, MORF, SFST and STOK have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on February 14, 2023.

BOSTON, Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Galecto, Inc. (NASDAQ: GLTO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company and world leader in galectin biology focused on the development of novel treatments for fibrosis and cancer, today announced that Hans Schambye, M.D., Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Galecto, will participate in the following September 2023 conferences. Management will also be available for one-on-one meetings.

Galecto's (GLTO) shares fall as the mid-stage study of GB0139 to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis fails to meet its primary endpoint.

Shares of Galecto Inc. GLTO dropped 65% in premarket trading Tuesday after the biotech company said it would drop an investigational treatment for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic lung disease. After the treatment, GB0139, failed to meet its primary trial endpoint, Galecto said it will discontinue development and focus instead on treatments for severe liver diseases.