Novavax Shares Gain 19% in Short Week
Novavax shares closed Friday at $10.97, up 6.3%, capping a 19% gain since May 22 as the FDA told vaccine makers to target the XFG variant for 2026-27 COVID shots. Novavax and Sanofi are developing a protein-based vaccine, set to compete with Pfizer and Moderna’s mRNA shots. Novavax’s Q1 revenue fell 79% to $140 million, mostly from licensing. The company maintains its 2026 adjusted revenue outlook at $230–$270 million.