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Crescent Biopharma rises as global trial for new cancer drug starts

ReutersFeb 18, 2026 5:00 PM

Shares of drugmaker Crescent Biopharma CBIO.O rise 4% to $9.68

Co says it has begun a global early‑stage trial of CR‑001 for advanced solid tumors

CR‑001 is an experimental cancer drug designed to help the immune system attack tumors and block blood supply, CBIO says

Co says study will test safety and how the drug moves and acts in the body before checking for early signs of tumor shrinkage

Trial to enroll up to 290 patients across the U.S., Europe and Asia Pacific; initial data expected in early 2027, CBIO says

Co says it has granted China-based cancer‑drug developer Sichuan Kelun-Biotech exclusive rights to develop and sell the drug in Greater China

Shares down ~52% in 2025

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