Nkarta

NKTX

Market cap $129M

Nkarta Inc. remains a compelling buy as it pivots its NK cell therapy pipeline toward autoimmune diseases, despite current market pessimism. NKX019, the lead CAR-NK candidate, shows promising early preclinical results in B cell depletion and is advancing through Ntrust-1 and Ntrust-2 trials. NKTX boasts a strong cash position, providing over three years of operational runway, supporting continued research and development through key upcoming milestones.

Enrollment now underway in second dose-escalation cohort  Deep B-cell depletion observed in all patients treated to date who received NKX019 with lymphodepletion using fludarabine and cyclophosphamide versus partial B-cell depletion in patients receiving only cyclophosphamide Enrollment streamlined across Ntrust-1 and Ntrust-2 under a combined independent Data Safety Monitoring Board (iDSMB) to guide dose escalation Initial data for NKX019 in multiple autoimmune indications expected to be presented at a medical conference in 2026 Cash balance of $316.5 million on September 30, 2025, including cash, cash equivalents, and investments, expected to fund operations into 2029 SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nkarta, Inc. (Nasdaq: NKTX), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing engineered natural killer (NK) cell therapies to treat autoimmune diseases, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025.

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nkarta, Inc. (Nasdaq: NKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing engineered natural killer (NK) cell therapies, today announced its participation in the following investor conferences next month:

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nkarta, Inc. (Nasdaq: NKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing engineered natural killer (NK) cell therapies to treat autoimmune disease, today announced it will be presenting a poster this Sunday in Chicago at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Convergence 2025 meeting.

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nkarta, Inc. (Nasdaq: NKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing engineered natural killer (NK) cell therapies, today announced its participation in the following investor conference:

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nkarta, Inc. (Nasdaq: NKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing engineered natural killer (NK) cell therapies, today reported financial results for the second quarter and year ended June 30, 2025. “We remain focused on the execution of our clinical trials and continue to believe in the differentiated potential of NK cell therapy to address unmet needs in the treatment of autoimmune diseases,” said Paul J. Hastings, CEO of Nkarta. “Welcoming Dr. Rose and other key new members of our clinical team with rheumatology experience has provided us with world-class medical expertise to inform our ongoing enrollment of patients across our clinical studies and investigator-sponsored trials. Dr. Rose's track record as a seasoned rheumatologist, immunologist and accomplished drug developer in the autoimmune space will be invaluable as we continue to advance our NKX019 clinical trial programs.”

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., July 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nkarta, Inc. (Nasdaq: NKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing engineered natural killer (NK) cell therapies, today announced its participation in the H.C. Wainwright “HCW@Home” Series.

Nkarta shares have remained flat since my last review in March, reflecting a wait-and-see market stance. Pipeline updates show steady progress, but no major catalysts have emerged; data readouts are expected in the back half of the year. Financials remain stable, with sufficient cash runway to support ongoing clinical development and operational needs.

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nkarta, Inc. (Nasdaq: NKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing engineered natural killer (NK) cell therapies to treat autoimmune disease, today announced the appointment of Shawn Rose, M.D. Ph.D., as its next Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Head of Research and Development (R&D) starting on June 23, 2025. He replaces David R. Shook, M.D., who will be stepping down from the role to pursue other opportunities in the oncology space.

Nkarta (NKTX) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.