Yescarta Sales Impacted by COVID-19; ZUMA-7 Data Delayed to H1 2021; Q3 2020 Gilead Earnings Call Summary
On Wednesday, October 28, Gilead held their Q3 2020 earnings call (press release / presentation). Management highlighted the recent launch of Tecartus and the reduction in Yescarta sales. Of note, Gilead confirmed that ZUMA-7’s data readout has been delayed to H1 2021. Furthermore, updated Yescarta data is anticipated for ASH 2020. Below, Celltelligence provides thoughts on Gilead’s launch strategy for Tecartus and implications for Yescarta sales in an ongoing COVID-19 environment.