Verastem, Inc., a development-stage biopharmaceutical company, focusing on developing and commercializing medicines to enhance the life of cancer patients. Its product in development include VS-6766, a dual rapidly accelerated fibrosarcoma (RAF)/mitogen-activated protein kinase (MEK) inhibitor that blocks MEK kinase activity and the ability of RAF to phosphorylate MEK. The company also engages in developing RAMP 201, an adaptive two-part multicenter open label trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of VS-6766 and in combination with defactinib, an oral small molecule inhibitor of focal adhesion kinase (FAK) in patients with recurrent low grade serous ovarian cancer; and RAMP 202, which is in Phase 2 trial to evaluate the safety of VS-6766 in combination with defactinib in patients with KRAS mutant non-small cell lung cancer following treatment with a platinum-based regimen and immune checkpoint inhibitor. Verastem, Inc. has license agreements with Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. for the development, commercialization, and manufacture of products containing VS-6766; and Pfizer Inc. to research, develop, manufacture, and commercialize products containing Pfizer's inhibitors of FAK for therapeutic, diagnostic and prophylactic uses in humans. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts.
IPO Year: 2012
Exchange: NASDAQ
Website: verastem.com
| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | $19.00 | Buy | BTIG Research |
| 2/4/2026 | $18.00 | Buy | H.C. Wainwright |
| 10/16/2025 | Overweight | Cantor Fitzgerald | |
| 4/10/2025 | $15.00 | Buy | Jefferies |
| 3/24/2025 | $7.00 → $10.00 | Buy | H.C. Wainwright |
| 12/31/2024 | $13.00 → $20.00 | Buy | BTIG Research |
| 9/30/2024 | $13.00 | Buy | Guggenheim |
| 11/21/2023 | $27.00 | Buy | BTIG Research |
| 9/27/2023 | $21.00 | Buy | B. Riley Securities |
| 6/15/2023 | $24.00 → $36.00 | Neutral → Buy | Mizuho |
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Phase 1 TARGET-D 101 dose escalation, dose expansion, and combination clinical trial ongoing with early data updates expected in the first half of 2026 and more mature data expected in the second half of 2026 Phase 2 registration directed, open label TARGET-D 202 clinical trial initiated for 2L/3L advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) FDA Fast Track Designation previously granted for VS-7375 for KRAS G12D-mutated advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Fas
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced that its management team is scheduled to participate in a fireside chat at the Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 8:10 am ET in New York. A live webcast of the fireside chat can be accessed under "Events & Presentations" on the Company's website at www.verastem.com. A replay of the webcasts will be archived on the website for approximately 90 days following the presentation. About Verastem Oncology Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM) is a biopharmaceutical company committed to developing and
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced the appointment of Michael P. Bailey to its Board of Directors. The Company also announced that Robert Gagnon stepped down from the Board following the end of his term on May 21, 2026. "We are excited to have Michael join our Board as he brings more than three decades of experience leading global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, with a proven track record of taking oncology medicines from clinical development through successful commercialization, including landmark therapies like ERBITUX®," said Daniel Paterson, pre
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced that its management team is scheduled to participate and present at the following investor conferences in New York City: HCW 4th Annual BioConnect Investor Conference: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 4:00-4:30 pm ET RBC Global Healthcare Conference: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 9:30-9:55 am ET A live webcast of the fireside chat can be accessed under "Events & Presentations" on the Company's website at www.verastem.com. A replay of the webcasts will be archived on the website for approximately 90 days following the presentation. A
Available at LGSOCAwarenessDay.Org, the LGSOC Resource Guide brings together resources from patient advocacy groups, covering topics from diagnosis to survivorship Today, STAAR Low-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer Foundation, Not These Ovaries, and Verastem Oncology announced the launch of the LGSOC Resource Guide, a unique resource designed to support patients living with low-grade serous ovarian cancer (LGSOC), a rare and distinct form of ovarian cancer, along with their caregivers and advocates. Available at www.LGSOCAwarenessDay.org, the guide launches in conjunction with World Ovarian Cancer Day, a global effort to raise awareness of all types of ovarian cancer. This press release featur
AVMAPKI® FAKZYNJA® CO-PACK net product revenue of $18.7 million Appointed Daniel Lyons as Chief Commercial Officer to lead next phase of commercial growth Initiated Phase 2 registration-directed trials "VS-7375 TARGET-D Clinical Program" in 2L PDAC, 2L/3L NSCLC and 2L+ CRC VS-7375 TARGET-D 101 early data update expected in the first half of 2026; mature data update expected in the second half of 2026 Ended Q1 2026 with $181.7 million in cash, cash equivalents and investments; expected cash runway into first half of 2027 Company to host a conference call and webcast today at 4:30 p.m. ET Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medic
Low-grade serous ovarian cancer (LGSOC) is a rare ovarian cancer with a high rate of recurrence affecting more than 80% of patients Integrated healthcare professional (HCP) and patient campaign features new websites and expanded digital resources about the first and only treatment specifically FDA-approved for KRAS-mutated recurrent LGSOC who have received prior systemic therapy Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced the launch of its Reimagine Recurrent Low-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer (LGSOC) campaign for AVMAPKI® FAKZYNJA® CO-PACK (avutometinib capsules; defact
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced that the Company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss its first quarter 2026 financial results and business updates on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 4:30 pm ET. A live audio webcast of the call, along with accompanying slides, will be available under "Events & Presentations" in the Investor section of the Company's website, https://investor.verastem.com/events. A replay of the webcast will be archived and available following the event. About Verastem Oncology Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM) is a biopharmaceutical
Patients in the Phase 2 RAMP 201 clinical trial demonstrated sustained clinical benefits across multiple efficacy measures highlighting durability of response with a median follow-up of two years 52% of patients with a KRAS mutation and 30% of patients with KRAS wild-type recurrent LGSOC remained on therapy for more than one year After two years of follow-up, the combination therapy continued to demonstrate a well-tolerated safety profile, with no new safety signals and a low discontinuation rate due to adverse events Poster presentation of new exposure response analysis demonstrates that the best therapeutic effect of avutometinib plus defactinib can be achieved when using the approv
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced the grant of 141,000 restricted stock units to eleven new employees. The awards were granted pursuant to the Nasdaq inducement grant exception as an inducement material to the employee's acceptance of employment with Verastem Oncology in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The 141,000 restricted stock units granted to the eleven new employees will vest at a rate of twenty-five percent (25%) on the one-year anniversary of the employee's date of hire, with the remaining shares vesting quarterly over the next three (3)
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BTIG Research resumed coverage of Verastem with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $19.00
H.C. Wainwright initiated coverage of Verastem with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $18.00
Cantor Fitzgerald resumed coverage of Verastem with a rating of Overweight
Jefferies initiated coverage of Verastem with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $15.00
H.C. Wainwright reiterated coverage of Verastem with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $10.00 from $7.00 previously
BTIG Research reiterated coverage of Verastem with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $20.00 from $13.00 previously
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AVMAPKI® FAKZYNJA® CO-PACK net product revenue of $18.7 million Appointed Daniel Lyons as Chief Commercial Officer to lead next phase of commercial growth Initiated Phase 2 registration-directed trials "VS-7375 TARGET-D Clinical Program" in 2L PDAC, 2L/3L NSCLC and 2L+ CRC VS-7375 TARGET-D 101 early data update expected in the first half of 2026; mature data update expected in the second half of 2026 Ended Q1 2026 with $181.7 million in cash, cash equivalents and investments; expected cash runway into first half of 2027 Company to host a conference call and webcast today at 4:30 p.m. ET Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medic
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced that the Company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss its first quarter 2026 financial results and business updates on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 4:30 pm ET. A live audio webcast of the call, along with accompanying slides, will be available under "Events & Presentations" in the Investor section of the Company's website, https://investor.verastem.com/events. A replay of the webcast will be archived and available following the event. About Verastem Oncology Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM) is a biopharmaceutical
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced that the Company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results and business updates on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 4:30 pm ET. To access the conference call, please dial (888) 596-4144 (U.S.) or (646) 968-2525 (international) and enter the passcode 7321921 at least 10 minutes prior to the event start time. A live audio webcast of the call, along with accompanying slides, will be available under "Events & Presentations" in the Investor section of the Company's websit
Achieved AVMAPKI™ FAKZYNJA™ CO-PACK net product revenue of $11.2 million VS-7375 cleared first two monotherapy dose levels with no dose-limiting toxicities reported; no nausea, vomiting or diarrhea greater than Grade 1 were observed Enrollment initiated for VS-7375 in combination with cetuximab in patients with advanced KRAS G12D mutant solid tumors, including colorectal cancer Ended Q3 2025 with $137.7 million in cash and cash equivalents; with expected product revenue and exercise of cash warrants, Company cash runway would extend into the second half of 2026 Company to host a conference call and webcast today at 8:00 a.m. ET Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical compa
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced that the Company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss its third quarter 2025 financial results and business updates on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 8:00 am ET. To access the conference call, please dial (888) 596-4144 (U.S.) or (646) 968-2525 (international) and enter the passcode 8194537 at least 10 minutes prior to the event start time. A live audio webcast of the call, along with accompanying slides, will be available under "Events & Presentations" in the Investor section of the Company's website, https://inv
Achieved AVMAPKI™ FAKZYNJA™ CO-PACK net product revenue of $2.1 million in the first six weeks of launch First patient dosed in the U.S. trial for VS-7375, an oral KRAS G12D (ON/OFF) inhibitor, in KRAS G12D advanced solid tumors Ended Q2 2025 with $164.3 million in cash and cash equivalents; with product revenue and exercise of cash warrants, Company has expected cash runway into the second half of 2026 Company to host a conference call and webcast today at 4:30 p.m. ET Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced business updates and reported financial results for
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced that the Company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss its second quarter 2025 financial results and business updates on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 4:30 pm ET. To access the conference call, please dial (800) 715-9871 (U.S.) or (646) 307-1963 (international) and enter the passcode 1210516 at least 10 minutes prior to the event start time. A live audio webcast of the call, along with accompanying slides, will be available under "Events & Presentations" in the Investor section of the Company's website, https://inv
AVMAPKI plus FAKZYNJA to be commercially available by prescription as a convenient oral combination co-packaged together and will be known as "AVMAPKI FAKZYNJA CO-PACK" Accelerated approval, well ahead of the June 30, 2025 PDUFA action date, was based on the Phase 2 RAMP 201 study that demonstrated a 44% overall response rate in patients with KRAS mutant recurrent LGSOC Verastem to host investor conference call and webcast today at 2:30 pm ET Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved AVMAPKI™ FAKZYNJA™ CO-
Robust overall response rates observed (31% overall, 44% in KRAS mutant, 17% in KRAS wild-type) in patients whose cancer had progressed despite prior treatment with chemotherapy and/or MEK inhibitors and/or bevacizumab Patients on avutometinib and defactinib achieved a median progression free survival of more than one year (12.9 months); 22 months in KRAS mutant population The Company recently met with the FDA to review the mature data set and remains on track to complete the NDA submission in October 2024 Additional data to be presented at the IGCS meeting and during Company-hosted investor conference call and webcast today, October 17, 2024 at 4:30 pm EDT Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VST
Company to host investor conference call and webcast on October 17, 2024, at 4:30 pm EDT Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with cancer, today announced further details for its late-breaking presentation of mature data from the ongoing Phase 2 RAMP 201 (ENGOT-ov60/GOG-3052) clinical trial to be presented as an oral presentation at a plenary session at the International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS) Annual Global Meeting taking place October 16-18, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland. The late-breaking abstract is embargoed until the morning of the presentation at IGCS. The oral presentation will include updated safety and
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Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced the appointment of Michael P. Bailey to its Board of Directors. The Company also announced that Robert Gagnon stepped down from the Board following the end of his term on May 21, 2026. "We are excited to have Michael join our Board as he brings more than three decades of experience leading global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, with a proven track record of taking oncology medicines from clinical development through successful commercialization, including landmark therapies like ERBITUX®," said Daniel Paterson, pre
John Johnson, current board member, appointed to chairman of the board Michael Kauffman, M.D., Ph.D., lead director since 2016, appointed to president of development Commercial launch progresses as RAMP 301 Phase 3 confirmatory trial in recurrent LGSOC completes additional patient enrollment; topline data anticipated in mid-2027 Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced strategic leadership changes to accelerate its next phase of growth. Michael Kauffman, M.D., Ph.D., currently lead director of the Board, has been appointed as the president of development and will jo
Avutometinib plus defactinib granted priority review by FDA in December 2024, under the accelerated approval pathway, for KRAS mutant recurrent LGSOC; PDUFA action date set for June 30, 2025 Filed an investigational new drug application in the U.S. for VS-7375, an oral KRAS G12D (ON/OFF) inhibitor RAMP 205 trial in 1L metastatic pancreatic cancer continues to progress with an additional dose cohort added and enrollment across all dose-level cohorts on track to complete in Q1 Company cash, cash equivalents, and investments of $88.8 million as of December 31, 2024; pro forma $151.3 million including debt refinancing and equity issuance with Oberland, and equity issuance under at-the-market
New executive leadership supports the company's transition to a fully integrated commercial-stage organization in a year of transformative growth with a potential new product launch in mid-2025. Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today announced the appointment of Matthew E. Ros as chief operating officer. In his role, Mr. Ros will report to Dan Paterson, president and chief executive officer, and will serve on the company's executive leadership team. "We are thrilled to welcome Matt to Verastem Oncology at an important time as we prepare for a mid-2025 product launch and th
Shoshana Shendelman Steps Down as CEO; Les Funtleyder Appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer Announces Business Updates NEW YORK, Dec. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:APLT), a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to creating transformative treatments for rare disease, today announced the following leadership changes, effective immediately: John H. Johnson, a recognized leader in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, has been named Executive Chairman;Dr. Shoshana Shendelman has stepped down as Chair and CEO; andLes Funtleyder, Applied Therapeutics' Chief Financial Officer, has been named Interim Chief Executive Officer. Mr. John
Plan to announce topline RAMP 201 data with the start of planned rolling NDA submission for avutometinib and defactinib combination in recurrent low-grade serous ovarian cancer in Q2 2024 FDA Fast Track Designation granted for avutometinib in combination with adagrasib for the treatment of KRAS G12C-mutated metastatic non-small cell lung cancer FDA Fast Track Designation granted for avutometinib plus defactinib in combination with sotorasib for the treatment of KRAS G12C-mutated metastatic non-small cell lung cancer Initial safety and efficacy results from the RAMP 205 trial of avutometinib and defactinib in combination with current standard of care in first-line metastatic pancreatic
Dr. Hayslip to lead development programs for avutometinib, including Verastem Oncology's international confirmatory Phase 3 RAMP 301 clinical trial, and advance pipeline assets Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with cancer, today announced the appointment of John Hayslip, M.D., an accomplished oncologist with deep clinical research, development, and commercialization experience, to chief medical officer where he will lead the Company's clinical and medical strategy. Dr. Hayslip succeeds Louis J. Denis, M.D., who recently departed the company. "John is a recognized leader in oncology with broad expertise across
Brian Stuglik to Retire from CEO Role; Continue to Serve on Company's Board of Directors Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM) (the "Company"), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with cancer, announced today that Dan Paterson, President and Chief Operating Officer, has been promoted to President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Brian Stuglik will retire from the CEO role and remain a member of the Board of Directors. These changes will be effective August 1, 2023, allowing for a smooth leadership transition. "On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to thank Brian for his leadership during which the Company emerged as a recognized innovato
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with cancer, today announced the appointment of Karin Tollefson to its Board of Directors, effective May 15, 2023. Dr. Tollefson is the Senior Vice President and Head of Global Medical Affairs at Seagen Inc. where she has led the medical organization through the successful launches of three practice-changing medicines and established a global medical affairs organization. "Karin's deep oncology and pharmaceutical experience and her work bringing groundbreaking new medicines to patients will be important as Verastem moves from late-stage development to commercial preparation," sai
Verastem Oncology (NASDAQ:VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients with cancer, today announced the appointment of Robert Gagnon to its Board of Directors, effective December 13, 2022. Mr. Gagnon is the Chief Financial Officer and Operating Partner at Gurnet Point Capital, a healthcare venture capital and private equity fund and the former Chief Business Officer and Chief Financial Officer at Verastem Oncology. "Rob's expertise in all areas of biopharmaceutical finance, including his ability to navigate complex business challenges, combined with his deep understanding of Verastem's goals and operations, will be invaluable to Verastem's work," sai