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title: "Why 2026 is biotech’s comeback year"
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description: "Headwinds in the sector are clearing. That is good news for venture firms seeking liquidity and for a stock market looking for growth stories, Nilesh Kumar writes in a guest commentary."
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# Why 2026 is biotech’s comeback year

Headwinds in the sector are clearing. That is good news for venture firms seeking liquidity and for a stock market looking for growth stories, Nilesh Kumar writes in a guest commentary.

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> **Disclaimer: This article is for reference only and does not constitute any investment advice.**