** Shares of drugmaker Gilead GILD.O rise 5% to $123.58
** RBC Capital Markets estimates GILD's HIV prevention drug Yeztugo could beat consensus expectations in Q3, projecting sales of $45 million compared to the Street's $35 million, driven by switching demand and early uptake
** CVS's decision not to cover Yeztugo yet, along with formulary delays and continued use of generic Truvada, may limit near-term uptake, brokerage adds
** RBC Capital Markets expects a Q3 beat for GILD's HIV drug Biktarvy, but continues to monitor for any potential MFN impact longer term
** Company is expected to report Q3 earnings on October 30
** Including session moves, stock up 33.98% YTD
(Reporting by Siddhi Mahatole)
((siddhi.mahatole@thomsonreuters.com))