2023 was another tough year for biotech initial public offerings, but there are some signs that 2024 could see the market open up again. After a more upbeat mood at the J.P. Morgan conference (JPM) and signs of improving macro-economic stability, the next big test for biotech is a trio of planned flotations. These will come from gene-editing specialist Metagenomi and cancer-focused start-ups ArriVent Biopharma and CG Oncology.
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Gene editing company Metagenomi and two oncology biopharmas will test the IPO waters soon – with hopes this could pave the way for others.

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