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mRNA-based vaccine technology innovate approach to treating COVID-19

Messenger RNA (mRNA) based vaccine technology is emerging as one of the frontrunners among the technologies being evaluated to develop a vaccine for COVID-19, with eighteen candidates currently in development globally, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Keshalini Sabaratnam, Pharma Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “RNA vaccines are an innovative approach as they […]
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Leronlimab shows promise as a treatment for COVID-19

CytoDyn’s Leronlimab is a promising candidate for the treatment of COVID-19 and is currently forecast by GlobalData to have global peak sales of $747m in 2026 – putting it in second place after remdesivir, according to the current GlobalData sales forecast for COVID-19. Leronlimab is behind remdesivir in GlobalData’s estimates as remdesivir has emergency use authorization, […]
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E-scooters popularity in UK presents opportunity for insurers

The use of e-scooters has expanded across the globe and their rise in popularity in the UK will create an opportunity for insurers that are quick to act, according to GlobalData. Findings from GlobalData’s report, ‘Thematic Research: Sharing Economy in Insurance’, highlights that insurance options are limited for micro-mobility solutions. Liability is not clearly understood, […]
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N Brown has failed to capitalise on COVID-19 shifting spend online

Following today’s release of N Brown figures for the 6 weeks ending 16 May, Sofie Willmott, Lead Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, comments: ‘‘Despite N Brown’s performance improving in the last six weeks compared to when the UK lockdown initially caused sales to plummet, the retailer has struggled to capitalise on demand shifting […]
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Boeing adapts to new realities of commercial air travel post-COVID-19 with safe travel initiative

Following yesterday’s (Thursday 14 May) news that Boeing is launching a Confident Travel Initiative to prepare commercial aviation for a post-COVID-19 world; Nicolas Jouan, Aerospace and Defense Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view on Boeing’s initiative: “The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the air travel industry, […]
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Mexican factory restart delays could scupper US automaker restarts

Following the news that the Mexican Government has pushed back the restart date for the Mexican auto sector to 1st June; Calum MacRae, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “If enforced, this would have deep ramifications for vehicle assemblers in North America due to intertwined component trading that […]
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Vestas transformation plan will help it remain relevant with its competitors

Vestas transformation plan involving the layoff of around 400 employees across different functions that do not directly support its 2020 deliveries, will help the company remain relevant with its competitors and quickly adjust to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Somik Das, Power Analyst at GlobalData, comments: […]
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The show goes on as COVID-19 shakes up fashion event calendar

The global coronavirus pandemic has led to the cancellation of a number of fashion industry events, but organisers are keeping the shows on the road by successfully turning to new virtual forums instead, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Beth Wright, Apparel Correspondent for GlobalData, comments: “Health and travel concerns have rocked the […]
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Mitsubishi postpones regional jet program due to COVID-19 disruptions

Following yesterday’s (Monday 11 May) news that Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is postponing its SpaceJet regional airliner program; Nicolas Jouan, Aerospace and Defense Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view on the situation: “Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has been attempting to enter the regional jet market since the launch of the 70-passenger […]
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M&A activity in renewable sector to decline amid COVID-19

The number of merger and acquisition (M&A) deals completed within the renewable industry in Q1 2020 dropped by nearly 25% from Q4 2019. These M&As are being affected by factors such as risk aversion from prospective buyers, difficulty in conducting due diligence, deal financing challenges, and additional time required to obtain the necessary approvals. However, […]
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