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Q3 2026
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Exelixis: Zanza Nears Launch, Cabometyx NET Ramp Lags

  • Zanzalintinib launch preparation Exelixis is preparing to launch zanzalintinib in third-line colorectal cancer after the FDA accepted its application with a December 3, 2026 decision date. The company sees a $1.5 billion market opportunity, giving EXEL a new growth driver beyond its flagship Cabometyx.

    This is the main new pipeline catalyst that could add a second major revenue stream.

  • Cabometyx NET ramp slower than expected Exelixis lowered its 2026 revenue guidance by $50 million because the neuroendocrine tumor launch of Cabometyx is ramping more slowly than planned. The company says the gap is temporary, but it means near-term sales will be lower than hoped.

    This is the key negative that explains why guidance was cut and tempers the growth story.

  • Strong Q2 results and new buyback Exelixis beat second-quarter earnings estimates and announced a new $750 million share repurchase program after completing the previous one. The buyback can support the stock price by reducing the number of shares outstanding.

    This shows financial strength and a concrete action that can lift the stock price.

  • Cabometyx franchise remains solid Cabometyx sales grew about 10% year-over-year, and Exelixis still aims for a $3 billion franchise. It holds roughly 47% of new-patient share in neuroendocrine tumors, showing the core business is still expanding even if the launch is slower than expected.

    This provides a counterweight to the guidance cut and shows the base business is healthy.

August 2026
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Exelixis: Zanza Nears Launch, Cabometyx NET Ramp Lags

  • Zanzalintinib launch preparation Exelixis is preparing to launch zanzalintinib in third-line colorectal cancer after the FDA accepted its application with a December 3, 2026 decision date. The company sees a $1.5 billion market opportunity, giving EXEL a new growth driver beyond its flagship Cabometyx.

    This is the main new pipeline catalyst that could add a second major revenue stream.

  • Cabometyx NET ramp slower than expected Exelixis lowered its 2026 revenue guidance by $50 million because the neuroendocrine tumor launch of Cabometyx is ramping more slowly than planned. The company says the gap is temporary, but it means near-term sales will be lower than hoped.

    This is the key negative that explains why guidance was cut and tempers the growth story.

  • Strong Q2 results and new buyback Exelixis beat second-quarter earnings estimates and announced a new $750 million share repurchase program after completing the previous one. The buyback can support the stock price by reducing the number of shares outstanding.

    This shows financial strength and a concrete action that can lift the stock price.

  • Cabometyx franchise remains solid Cabometyx sales grew about 10% year-over-year, and Exelixis still aims for a $3 billion franchise. It holds roughly 47% of new-patient share in neuroendocrine tumors, showing the core business is still expanding even if the launch is slower than expected.

    This provides a counterweight to the guidance cut and shows the base business is healthy.

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Exelixis: Zanza Nears Launch, Cabometyx NET Ramp Lags

  • Zanzalintinib launch preparation Exelixis is preparing to launch zanzalintinib in third-line colorectal cancer after the FDA accepted its application with a December 3, 2026 decision date. The company sees a $1.5 billion market opportunity, giving EXEL a new growth driver beyond its flagship Cabometyx.

    This is the main new pipeline catalyst that could add a second major revenue stream.

  • Cabometyx NET ramp slower than expected Exelixis lowered its 2026 revenue guidance by $50 million because the neuroendocrine tumor launch of Cabometyx is ramping more slowly than planned. The company says the gap is temporary, but it means near-term sales will be lower than hoped.

    This is the key negative that explains why guidance was cut and tempers the growth story.

  • Strong Q2 results and new buyback Exelixis beat second-quarter earnings estimates and announced a new $750 million share repurchase program after completing the previous one. The buyback can support the stock price by reducing the number of shares outstanding.

    This shows financial strength and a concrete action that can lift the stock price.

  • Cabometyx franchise remains solid Cabometyx sales grew about 10% year-over-year, and Exelixis still aims for a $3 billion franchise. It holds roughly 47% of new-patient share in neuroendocrine tumors, showing the core business is still expanding even if the launch is slower than expected.

    This provides a counterweight to the guidance cut and shows the base business is healthy.