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Moderna shares soar over 160% after positive Phase 3 melanoma vaccine trial results

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19 Aug 2026
Gordon Thompson
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Moderna and Merck announced successful Phase 3 trial results for their personalized mRNA melanoma vaccine combined with Keytruda, showing significant improvement in recurrence-free and distant metastasis-free survival. This marks the first positive late-stage trial for an individualized mRNA cancer vaccine, boosting Moderna's shares by over 160% intraday to around $163. Despite the surge, analyst price targets remain below the new trading price, with focus now shifting to full data release, regulatory review, and commercial launch plans.

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