Cardiff Oncology is a speculative buy, driven by the potential of onvansertib as a first-in-class PLK1 inhibitor for first-line RAS-mutated mCRC. CRDF's Q1 2026 data readout for onvansertib is a pivotal catalyst, with positive results potentially unlocking blockbuster sales and significant share price appreciation. Key risks include clinical trial execution, capital needs, and heavy reliance on onvansertib as the sole pipeline asset, justifying a conviction rating of 3 out of 5.

Cardiff Oncology receives a 'Buy' rating, driven by promising clinical data and strategic leadership for long-term investors. CRDF's lead candidate, onvansertib, shows strong efficacy and safety in Phase 2 trials for RAS-mutated metastatic colorectal and triple-negative breast cancers. Despite competition and clinical-stage risks, onvansertib's unique PLK1 inhibition mechanism offers breakthrough potential in multi-billion-dollar cancer markets.

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cardiff Oncology, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRDF), a clinical-stage biotechnology company leveraging PLK1 inhibition to develop novel therapies across a range of cancers, today announced that company management will participate in two upcoming investor conferences in October 2025.

As advancements in cancer treatment continue to evolve, the pursuit of more effective therapies for metastatic colorectal cancer remains a critical focus in the pharmaceutical industry. Cardiff Oncology, Inc. CRDF on Tuesday released data from the ongoing CRDF-004 Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating onvansertib in combination with standard-of-care (SoC) in patients with first-line RAS-mutated metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC).

Onvansertib continues to show dose-dependent activity in KRAS-mutated mCRC, with response rates improving up to 49% in the high-dose arm. Recent data are less dramatic than early interim results, reflecting typical regression to the mean and leaving some questions unanswered until the next update in Q1 2026. CRDF's cash position is stable for now, but a future financing need is likely as the company advances toward a pivotal phase 3 trial.

Cardiff Oncology (CRDF) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.21 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.19. This compares to a loss of $0.26 per share a year ago.

Cardiff Oncology's recent trial data readout delay has unnerved the market, but I see this as a potential buying opportunity for speculative investors. Leadership change is not a major risk factor. The new CMO's pedigree suggests confidence in the company's prospects ahead of the catalyst. The delay could suggest an attempt to improve poor data, or an ability to add to already strong data by waiting for more patient second scans.

Sidhu joined Cardiff from Treadwell Therapeutics, where he was medical chief and acting chief executive officer. Previously, Sidhu spent nearly 10 years at Amgen.

– Veteran executive with over 20 years of oncology leadership and clinical experience with proven track record of success in bringing development candidates through late-stage clinical development –

Cardiff Oncology (CRDF) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).