BMY Shares Edge Up on Strong Pipeline Progress as 430M Trading Volume Ranks 196th

On August 21, 2025, Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) closed at $48.53, up 0.35%, with a trading volume of $0.43 billion, ranking 196th in market activity. The stock’s performance reflects ongoing investor interest in its oncology and pipeline advancements.

BMY announced progress in its Phase 3 “EXCALIBER-Maintenance” trial for iberdomide in multiple myeloma patients post-stem cell transplant. The study compares iberdomide to lenalidomide and evaluates three dosage regimens. With recruitment ongoing and results pending, a positive outcome could strengthen BMY’s position in hematologic cancer treatments, potentially reshaping maintenance therapy standards.

Recent R&D updates highlight BMY’s focus on expanding its clinical pipeline. The company plans to double its registrational assets within 18 months, emphasizing long-term growth through advanced research platforms. This strategy aligns with its commitment to addressing unmet medical needs in oncology and rare diseases.

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