Accretive Collaborations, Strengthened Management, and Earnings Release Schedules - Research Report on Seattle Genetics, Santarus, BioCryst, NPS, and PDL BioPharma

NEW YORK, August 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Today, Investors' Reports announced new research reports highlighting Seattle Genetics Inc. (NASDAQ: SGEN), Santarus, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNTS), BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: BCRX), NPS Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: NPSP), and PDL BioPharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: PDLI). Today's readers may access these reports free of charge - including full price targets, industry analysis and analyst ratings - via the links below.

Seattle Genetics Inc. Research Report

On July 31, 2013, Seattle Genetics, Inc. (Seattle Genetics) reported its Q2 2013 financial results posting total revenues of $73.6 million compared to $48.8 million in Q2 2012. Revenues included ADCETRIS (brentuximab vedotin) net product sales totaling to $35.7 million. Revenues also reflected total earnings under the Company's ADCETRIS and ADC collaborations totaling $34.3 million. According to the Company, collaboration revenues increased in 2013 driven by the Company's ADCETRIS collaboration with Takeda/Millennium. Net loss for the quarter totaled $6.9 million or $0.06 per share, compared to net loss of $17.2 million or $0.15 per share in Q2 2012. Seattle Genetics now anticipates that collaboration and license agreement revenues will be in the range of $85 million to $95 million for full-year 2013. The Full Research Report on Seattle Genetics Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.investorsreports.com/report/2013-08-01/SGEN]

Santarus, Inc. Research Report

On July 23, 2013, Santarus Inc. (Santarus) announced the schedule of the release of its Q2 2013 financial results. The Company will report its earnings on August 6, 2013, after the market close. Following the release, the Company will host an investment-community conference call and webcast at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss the financial results and provide a corporate update. A webcast replay of the call will be available on the Santarus website for 14 days, after the completion of the call. The Full Research Report on Santarus, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.investorsreports.com/report/2013-08-01/SNTS]

BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Research Report

On July 23, 2013, BioCryst Pharmaceuticals Inc. (BioCryst) announced the appointment of Fred E. Cohen, M.D., D.Phil., to the Company's Board of Directors. "The Board of Directors and Leadership Team of BioCryst are very pleased to have Fred join the Company's Board," said George B. Abercrombie, Chairman of the Board of BioCryst. "Fred brings a wealth of scientific knowledge and business acumen to BioCryst and has been a valuable resource to the organization for several years as both an advisor and as an investor. We look forward to his guidance and insights toward the further success of BioCryst." According to the Company, Dr. Cohen serves on the Board of Directors of Genomic Health, Quintiles Transnational and the Boards of several privately held companies. The Full Research Report on BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.investorsreports.com/report/2013-08-01/BCRX]

NPS Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Research Report

On July 25, 2013, NPS Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NPS) announced the schedule of its earnings release. NPS will release its Q2 2013 financial results on August 8, 2013, at 4:30 p.m. ET. Following the release, NPS management will host a conference call and webcast at 5:00 p.m. ET. The webcast replay will be available on the NPS website through August 22, 2013, 12:00 a.m. ET. The Full Research Report on NPS Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.investorsreports.com/report/2013-08-01/NPSP]

PDL BioPharma, Inc. Research Report

On July 24, 2013, PDL BioPharma, Inc. (PDL BioPharma) announced the appointment of David Montez, CPA, as the Company's Controller and Chief Accounting Officer, effective immediately. "Dave brings more than 13 years of experience in overseeing accounting and financial functions across public and private companies and public accounting firms, and we are pleased to welcome him to our team," stated Peter Garcia, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of PDL BioPharma. "We believe that his knowledge of accounting and financial reporting procedures will enhance and further strengthen our finance team." According to the Company, Mr. Montez has previously held positions at GlassPoint Solar Inc., as director of finance and corporate controller, and at Moss Adams LLP, as an audit senior manager for six years. The Full Research Report on PDL BioPharma, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.investorsreports.com/report/2013-08-01/PDLI]

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