PD-1 inhibitor performance and the intense curiosity around AstraZeneca both for its MYSTIC trial and Soriot's faithfulness to the company are key themes at the half-year mark. Eyes are also on commercial performance for Roche's Ocrevus and Merck's anacetrapib for clarity on whether it has a commercial future.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.'s PD-1 inhibitor Opdivo has enjoyed spectacular sales since entering the market in December 2014, and now the challenge is to retain its position.
In NSCLC, Opdivo (nivolumab) is approved for second-line but not first-line treatment. During the first quarter, the drug brought in...