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confidence high
sentiment positive
materiality 0.75
MBX 4291 Phase 1 shows 7% mean weight loss at 8 weeks; MBX 5765 nominated
MBX Biosciences, Inc.
- Preliminary blinded data: mean weight loss 7% (range 0-16%) at 8 weeks in first MAD Part B cohort (n=8, incl. 2 placebo).
- PK profile supports once-monthly dosing: T1/2Cmax ~26 days, Tmax 13–14 days, dose-proportional PK from 15-180 mg.
- MBX 5765 nominated as amycretin prodrug (GLP-1/GIP/GCG/DACRA agonist); IND-enabling studies expected Q2 2026.
- Imapextide achieved POC in PBH Phase 2a (glucose nadir +34% at 200 mg); company will not pursue Phase 2b.
- 12-week MAD Part C data for MBX 4291 remain on track for Q4 2026.
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