Sagimet Biosciences Inc.·Healthcare

Phase 1 clinical data poster selected as a Best of EASL 2026 presentation Combination of denifanstat and resmetirom was generally well-tolerated in Phase 1 clinical trial Phase 1 data show rapid reductions in cholesterol levels, suggesting the potential for a cardiovascular benefit SAN MATEO, Calif., May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sagimet Biosciences Inc. (Nasdaq: SGMT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics targeting dysfunctional metabolic and fibrotic pathways, today announced the presentation of two posters at the European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL) Annual Congress 2026, being held in Barcelona, Spain on May 27-30, 2026.

The mean of analysts' price targets for Sagimet Biosciences Inc. (SGMT) points to a 298.5% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.

Sagimet Biosciences receives a Buy rating, driven by denifanstat's potential in MASH and acne, despite higher risk. Denifanstat met all endpoints in Phase 2b MASH and Phase 3 China acne trials, supporting optimism for US acne Phase 3. SGMT's near-term catalysts include US Phase 3 acne trial initiation and milestone payments from China partner Ascletis.

SAN MATEO, Calif., May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sagimet Biosciences Inc. (Nasdaq: SGMT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics targeting dysfunctional metabolic and fibrotic pathways, today announced that management will participate in the H.C.

Secured equity financing with gross proceeds of $175M in April 2026 Phase 3 clinical trial of denifanstat in moderate to severe acne patients for the U. S. planned to initiate in second half of 2026 First-in-human Phase 1 clinical trial of FASN inhibitor TVB-3567 ongoing Cumulative cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities expected to fund current operations through 2028, including through data readout of denifanstat Phase 3 trial in moderate to severe acne SAN MATEO, Calif.

Secured equity financing with gross proceeds of $175M in April 2026 Phase 3 clinical trial of denifanstat in moderate to severe acne patients for the U.S. planned to initiate in second half of 2026 First-in-human Phase 1 clinical trial of FASN inhibitor TVB-3567 ongoing Cumulative cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities expected to fund current operations through 2028, including through data readout of denifanstat Phase 3 trial in moderate to severe acne SAN MATEO, Calif., May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sagimet Biosciences Inc. (Nasdaq: SGMT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics targeting dysfunctional metabolic and fibrotic pathways, today reported financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, and provided corporate updates.
Sagimet Biosciences Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, develops therapeutics called fatty acid synthase (FASN) inhibitors for the treatment of diseases that result from dysfunctional lipid metabolism pathways. Its lead drug candidate is Denifanstat, a FASN inhibitor for the treatment of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis and acne. The company is also developing TVB-3567, a FASN inhibitor for the treatment of various types of cancers. The company was formerly known as 3-V Biosciences, Inc. and changed its name to Sagimet Biosciences Inc. in August 2019. Sagimet Biosciences Inc. was incorporated in 2006 and is headquartered in San Mateo, California.