CNBC May 11, 2026 • 11:53

Hantavirus cases spark surge in pharma and biotech stocks — here’s why - CNBC

By Sawdah Bhaimiya

Hantavirus cases spark surge in pharma and biotech stocks — here’s why - CNBC

The outbreak of Hantavirus on a cruise ship has led to biotech and pharmaceutical stocks surging on reports of firms developing vaccines.

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