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5 Small Drug Stocks to Buy From a Rebounding Industry
Zacks Investment Research· 2024-02-29 14:56
Industry Overview - The drug/biotech sector is expected to recover in 2024 after a lackluster 2023, with strong M&A activity anticipated as a key driver of optimism [1] - Innovation in areas such as weight loss/obesity and Alzheimer's disease drugs is likely to propel growth in the industry [1] Economic Factors - High interest rates, global supply chain constraints, pressures in U.S. regional banking, and rising geopolitical concerns have heightened economic uncertainties [2] - Despite these challenges, the fundamentals of the sector remain strong, and investors are expected to return to this defensive space [2] Industry Description - The Zacks Medical-Drugs industry consists of small to medium-sized drug companies that produce medicines for human and veterinary use [3] - Many small drugmakers rely on a limited portfolio of marketed drugs or a single pipeline candidate, with revenue often coming from collaboration payments [3] Future Industry Drivers - The success of key pipeline candidates in clinical studies can significantly influence stock prices, with successful innovations acting as catalysts [4] - Strong partnerships with larger drugmakers are crucial for small pharma companies, indicating potential growth through collaboration [4] Technological Investment - Smaller companies must adopt innovative business models and invest in new technologies to thrive in a changing healthcare landscape [5] - Advancements in personalized medicine and the use of AI and machine learning are becoming essential for drug discovery and development [5] Current Industry Performance - The Zacks Medical-Drugs industry has underperformed the S&P 500 and the broader Medical sector over the past year, with a collective rise of only 0.5% compared to the S&P 500's 28.3% increase [8] - The industry currently trades at a trailing 12-month price-to-sales ratio of 2.18, lower than the S&P 500's 4.22 and the Zacks Medical sector's 3.37 [9] Notable Companies - **United Therapeutics**: Focused on pulmonary arterial hypertension treatments, aiming for $4 billion in revenues by 2025, with a stock decline of 7.2% over the past year [10][11] - **Esperion Therapeutics**: Marketed drugs have shown improved prescription trends, with a stock decline of 57% in the past year [12] - **Lyra Therapeutics**: Developing therapies for chronic rhinosinusitis, with a stock increase of 142.5% in the past year [13][14] - **Heron Therapeutics**: Key drug Zynrelef has expanded its label, with a stock increase of 16.3% in the past year [15][16] - **Aldeyra Therapeutics**: Focused on RASP modulators, with a stock decline of 47.8% in the past year [17][19]
Aldeyra Therapeutics(ALDX) - 2023 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2023-11-02 16:00
Part I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION [Item 1. Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements present the company's Q3 and nine-month net losses, balance sheet positions, and a significant subsequent reproxalap option agreement with AbbVie [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=3&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) The consolidated balance sheets reflect a decrease in total assets, primarily due to reduced cash and matured marketable securities, alongside a decline in total liabilities and stockholders' equity Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (Unaudited) | Balance Sheet Item | Sep 30, 2023 (USD) | Dec 31, 2022 (USD) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and cash equivalents | $143,334,888 | $144,419,364 | | Marketable securities | $0 | $29,881,520 | | Total current assets | $147,210,014 | $181,023,113 | | **Total assets** | **$147,282,247** | **$181,291,657** | | Total current liabilities | $21,617,319 | $15,360,538 | | **Total liabilities** | **$24,274,508** | **$30,283,628** | | **Total stockholders' equity** | **$123,007,739** | **$151,008,029** | [Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=4&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) The consolidated statements of operations show a reduced net loss for both Q3 and the nine-month period, primarily driven by decreased research and development expenses and higher interest income Key Operating Results (Unaudited) | Metric | Three Months Ended Sep 30, 2023 (USD) | Three Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (USD) | Nine Months Ended Sep 30, 2023 (USD) | Nine Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (USD) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Research and development | $6,961,669 | $11,539,620 | $25,160,437 | $38,344,594 | | General and administrative | $2,588,701 | $3,244,936 | $11,535,868 | $10,638,602 | | Loss from operations | ($9,550,370) | ($14,784,556) | ($36,696,305) | ($48,983,196) | | **Net loss** | **($8,186,871)** | **($14,553,231)** | **($32,789,548)** | **($49,122,474)** | | **Net loss per share** | **($0.14)** | **($0.25)** | **($0.56)** | **($0.84)** | [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=8&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) The consolidated statements of cash flows indicate decreased cash used in operating activities, a shift to cash provided by investing activities from marketable security maturities, and minimal cash used in financing activities Cash Flow Summary (Unaudited) | Cash Flow Activity | Nine Months Ended Sep 30, 2023 (USD) | Nine Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (USD) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | ($30,826,568) | ($45,406,010) | | Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities | $30,000,000 | ($56,954,530) | | Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities | ($257,908) | $1,220,092 | | **Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents** | **($1,084,476)** | **($101,140,448)** | | **Cash and cash equivalents, end of period** | **$143,334,888** | **$128,650,541** | [Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=9&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The notes provide detailed disclosures on the company's business, liquidity outlook, debt financing, and the significant subsequent exclusive option agreement with AbbVie for reproxalap - The company believes its cash and cash equivalents of **$143.3 million** as of September 30, 2023, are sufficient to fund operations into the first quarter of 2025, excluding potential reproxalap revenue or the impact of the AbbVie option agreement[31](index=31&type=chunk)[132](index=132&type=chunk) - On October 31, 2023, Aldeyra entered into an exclusive option agreement with AbbVie Inc. for reproxalap, including a **$1 million** option fee and potential for a **$100 million** upfront payment upon collaboration agreement execution, plus up to **$300 million** in milestones and a 60/40 U.S. profit split[92](index=92&type=chunk)[93](index=93&type=chunk) - The company has a Loan and Security Agreement with Hercules Capital, with **$15.0 million** drawn as of September 30, 2023, and an additional **$20.0 million** potentially available through May 1, 2024, subject to lender approval[57](index=57&type=chunk)[110](index=110&type=chunk) - The company is involved in a putative class action lawsuit and a derivative complaint filed in July and October 2023, respectively, both relating to allegations of false or misleading statements concerning the NDA for ADX-2191, with the company disputing the claims and unable to predict the outcome[91](index=91&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=20&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations.) Management discusses the decrease in net loss, driven by reduced R&D and higher interest income, highlights the reproxalap NDA and AbbVie agreement, and addresses liquidity and future funding needs [Overview](index=21&type=section&id=Overview) This overview describes Aldeyra as a clinical-stage biotechnology company, highlighting its lead candidate reproxalap under FDA review, the recent AbbVie option agreement, and key upcoming clinical milestones - The company's lead product candidate, reproxalap, is under NDA review by the FDA for the treatment of dry eye disease, with a PDUFA target action date of **November 23, 2023**[101](index=101&type=chunk)[104](index=104&type=chunk) - On October 31, 2023, the company granted an exclusive option to AbbVie Inc. to co-develop and co-commercialize reproxalap in the U.S. and exclusively commercialize it outside the U.S.[103](index=103&type=chunk) - Upcoming clinical milestones for 2023 include top-line results from Phase 2 trials of ADX-629 in atopic dermatitis and Sjögren-Larsson Syndrome, and a Type C meeting with the FDA for ADX-2191 in proliferative vitreoretinopathy[104](index=104&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=25&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Results of operations show decreased research and development expenses for both Q3 and the nine-month period, alongside a slight increase in general and administrative expenses and higher net other income Comparison of Expenses (in millions USD) | Expense Category | Q3 2023 | Q3 2022 | Change | 9 Months 2023 | 9 Months 2022 | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Research & Development | $7.0 | $11.5 | ($4.5) | $25.2 | $38.3 | ($13.1) | | General & Administrative | $2.6 | $3.2 | ($0.6) | $11.5 | $10.6 | $0.9 | - The decrease in R&D expenses was primarily due to reduced external clinical development costs and drug product manufacturing expenditures[120](index=120&type=chunk)[122](index=122&type=chunk) - Net other income increased by **$1.2 million** in Q3 2023 and **$4.0 million** in the nine-month period, driven by higher interest income[121](index=121&type=chunk)[123](index=123&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=26&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company's liquidity position of **$143.3 million** cash is expected to fund operations into Q1 2025, but additional capital will be required for full commercialization and R&D, with potential access to an at-the-market facility and credit line - The company has cash and cash equivalents of **$143.3 million** as of September 30, 2023, which is expected to fund operations into the first quarter of 2025[124](index=124&type=chunk)[132](index=132&type=chunk) - The company will need to secure additional funding for full research, development, and commercialization activities, with future funding needs dependent on factors like the outcome of the reproxalap regulatory review and the potential exercise of the AbbVie option[132](index=132&type=chunk) - Net cash used in operating activities decreased to **$30.8 million** for the first nine months of 2023 from **$45.4 million** in the same period of 2022, primarily due to a lower net loss and changes in working capital[137](index=137&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk](index=29&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risk.) As a smaller reporting company, Aldeyra is not required to provide quantitative and qualitative disclosures about market risk - As a "smaller reporting company," Aldeyra is not required to provide quantitative and qualitative disclosures about market risk[140](index=140&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=30&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures.) Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of September 30, 2023, with no material changes in internal control over financial reporting during the quarter - Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by the report[141](index=141&type=chunk) - No changes in internal control over financial reporting occurred during the quarter that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the company's internal control over financial reporting[142](index=142&type=chunk) Part II – OTHER INFORMATION [Legal Proceedings](index=31&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings.) The company faces putative class action and derivative lawsuits alleging false or misleading statements regarding the ADX-2191 NDA, which it disputes and intends to vigorously defend - A putative class action lawsuit was filed on July 31, 2023, alleging violations of the Securities Exchange Act related to disclosures about the NDA for ADX-2191[144](index=144&type=chunk) - A derivative complaint was filed on October 25, 2023, against certain officers and directors, based on substantially identical allegations as the class action lawsuit[144](index=144&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=31&type=section&id=ITEM%201A.%20Risk%20Factors.) This section outlines extensive risks, primarily focusing on the successful regulatory approval and commercialization of reproxalap, along with challenges in capital raising, competition, manufacturing, intellectual property, and historical operating losses - The business is highly dependent on the successful FDA approval and commercialization of reproxalap, and failure or significant delay would materially harm the business[146](index=146&type=chunk)[149](index=149&type=chunk) - The FDA has noted substantive review issues in a late-cycle review meeting for the reproxalap NDA and has indicated an additional clinical trial is needed, which could result in a Complete Response Letter or delay[155](index=155&type=chunk) - The company has a history of significant operating losses (**$389.5 million** accumulated deficit as of Sep 30, 2023) and expects to incur more losses, requiring substantial additional financing to continue operations and commercialization efforts[240](index=240&type=chunk)[241](index=241&type=chunk)[246](index=246&type=chunk) - The company relies on third parties for clinical trials and manufacturing, and any failure by these parties to perform could delay or derail development programs[148](index=148&type=chunk)[279](index=279&type=chunk)[284](index=284&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=78&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds.) There were no unregistered sales of equity securities during the reporting period - None[413](index=413&type=chunk) [Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=78&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities.) There were no defaults upon senior securities during the reporting period - None[413](index=413&type=chunk) [Mine Safety Disclosures](index=78&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures.) This item is not applicable to the company's operations - Not applicable[413](index=413&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=78&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information.) No other information was reported for the period - None[413](index=413&type=chunk) [Exhibits](index=79&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits.) This section lists the exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including corporate governance documents and required SEC certifications - Exhibits filed include corporate governance documents (Certificate of Incorporation, Bylaws) and required SEC certifications (302 and 906 certifications)[415](index=415&type=chunk)[416](index=416&type=chunk)[417](index=417&type=chunk)
Aldeyra Therapeutics(ALDX) - 2023 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2023-08-02 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission File Number: 001-36332 ALDEYRA THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 20-1968197 (State or Other Ju ...
Aldeyra Therapeutics(ALDX) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2023-05-03 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission File Number: 001-36332 ALDEYRA THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 20-1968197 (State or Other J ...
Aldeyra Therapeutics(ALDX) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-03-09 15:45
Aldeyra Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALDX) Q4 2022 Earnings Conference Call March 9, 2023 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Bruce Greenberg - Interim Chief Financial Officer Todd Brady - President and Chief Executive Officer Conference Call Participants Marc Goodman - SVB Securities Yigal Nochomovitz - Citigroup Justin Kim - Oppenheimer & Co. Catherine Novack - Jones Research Yale Jen - Laidlaw & Company Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by, and welcome to the Aldeyra Therapeutics Full Year ...
Aldeyra Therapeutics(ALDX) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
2023-03-08 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For transition period from to Commission file number 001-36332 ALDEYRA THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 20-1968197 (State or Other Jurisdiction ...
Aldeyra Therapeutics (ALDX) Investor Presentation - Slideshow
2023-03-02 18:14
February 2023 CORPORATE OVERVIEW Innovative Therapeutics to Treat Immune-Mediated Diseases Nasdaq: ALDX © Aldeyra Therapeutics, Inc. 2023 Disclaimers and Forward-Looking Statements ...
Aldeyra Therapeutics(ALDX) - 2022 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-11-10 18:40
Aldeyra Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALDX) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call November 10, 2022 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Bruce Greenberg - Interim Chief Financial Officer Todd Brady - President and Chief Executive Officer Conference Call Participants Marc Goodman - SVB Securities Justin Kim - Oppenheimer Yale Jen - Laidlaw & Co. Catherine Novack - Jones Research Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by and welcome to the Aldeyra Therapeutics Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results Conference ...