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Alpine Immune Sciences, Inc. (ALPN) Expected to Beat Earnings Estimates: Should You Buy?
Zacks Investment Research· 2024-03-11 15:00
Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when Alpine Immune Sciences, Inc. (ALPN) reports results for the quarter ended December 2023. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be relea ...
Alpine Immune Sciences to Participate in Two Upcoming Healthcare Conferences
Businesswire· 2024-02-01 21:30
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alpine Immune Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALPN), a leading clinical-stage immunotherapy company focused on developing innovative treatments for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, today announced that the Company will participate in two upcoming healthcare conferences. Thursday, February 8th, the Company will participate in a fireside chat at 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT during the Guggenheim 6th Annual Biotechnology Conference in New York, NY and host investor meetings the same day. W ...
Alpine Immune Sciences(ALPN) - 2023 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2023-11-14 21:47
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 September 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: 001-37449 ALPINE IMMUNE SCIENCES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 20-8969493 (State or oth ...
Alpine Immune Sciences(ALPN) - 2023 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2023-08-14 20:18
PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION [Item 1. Financial Statements (unaudited)](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements%20%28unaudited%29) The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the quarter and six months ended June 30, 2023, present a net loss and a decrease in total assets primarily driven by cash used in operations [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) The condensed consolidated balance sheets as of June 30, 2023, show a decrease in total assets and liabilities, primarily driven by reduced investments and debt repayment Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Account | June 30, 2023 (unaudited) | December 31, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Assets** | | | | Cash and cash equivalents | $34,076 | $13,376 | | Short-term investments | $169,724 | $224,265 | | Total current assets | $207,321 | $240,993 | | **Total assets** | **$252,836** | **$286,686** | | **Liabilities & Equity** | | | | Deferred revenue, current | $37,252 | $35,571 | | Total current liabilities | $53,410 | $57,996 | | Deferred revenue, noncurrent | $20,475 | $39,185 | | **Total liabilities** | **$83,448** | **$107,266** | | **Total stockholders' equity** | **$169,388** | **$179,420** | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss)](index=6&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20and%20Comprehensive%20Income%20%28Loss%29) The condensed consolidated statements of operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023, reflect increased collaboration revenue and a reduced net loss for the quarter, primarily due to higher revenue and lower tax expense Statement of Operations Highlights (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Collaboration revenue | $8,593 | $5,292 | $17,980 | $18,921 | | Research and development | $19,241 | $17,587 | $38,822 | $33,898 | | General and administrative | $5,007 | $4,194 | $10,405 | $8,969 | | Loss from operations | ($15,655) | ($16,489) | ($31,247) | ($23,946) | | Net loss | ($13,156) | ($18,098) | ($26,422) | ($25,625) | | Basic and diluted net loss per share | ($0.27) | ($0.60) | ($0.55) | ($0.85) | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Stockholders%27%20Equity) The condensed consolidated statements of stockholders' equity show a decrease from year-end 2022 to June 30, 2023, primarily due to net losses, partially offset by proceeds from a stock offering and stock-based compensation - During the six months ended June 30, 2023, the company issued 919,413 shares under an "at the market" offering, generating net proceeds of **$9.7 million**[11](index=11&type=chunk) - The company retired 1,250,467 shares of treasury stock in June 2023[11](index=11&type=chunk)[51](index=51&type=chunk) - The accumulated deficit increased from **$224.0 million** at year-end 2022 to **$250.4 million** at June 30, 2023, reflecting the ongoing net losses[11](index=11&type=chunk) [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=8&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) For the six months ended June 30, 2023, net cash used in operating activities was offset by cash provided by investing and financing activities, resulting in a net increase in cash and cash equivalents Cash Flow Summary (in thousands) | Activity | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | ($44,243) | ($10,620) | | Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities | $57,678 | ($31,239) | | Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | $7,311 | ($1,670) | | **Net increase (decrease) in cash** | **$20,700** | **($43,547)** | [Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=9&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) Key notes to the financial statements provide details on collaboration agreements, which are the primary revenue source, along with information on cash, investments, debt repayment, and equity transactions - The company's revenue is derived from collaboration agreements with AbbVie, Horizon, and Adaptimmune, recognized using a cost-based input method[48](index=48&type=chunk)[49](index=49&type=chunk) - Under the AbbVie agreement, Alpine has received **$105.0 million** in upfront and pre-option milestones through June 30, 2023. An additional **$75.0 million** is due if AbbVie exercises its license option for acazicolcept, with up to **$655.0 million** in further potential milestones[41](index=41&type=chunk)[61](index=61&type=chunk) - The Horizon agreement, initiated in December 2021, provided a **$25.0 million** upfront payment and a **$15.0 million** equity investment. It has a total potential value of up to **$1.5 billion** in future milestones across four programs[44](index=44&type=chunk)[61](index=61&type=chunk) - In May 2023, the company fully repaid its remaining **$1.4 million** term loan with Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and had no outstanding debt as of June 30, 2023[39](index=39&type=chunk) - In April 2023, the company initiated an "at the market" (ATM) equity offering for up to **$100.0 million**. As of June 30, 2023, it had sold 919,413 shares for gross proceeds of **$10.0 million**[50](index=50&type=chunk) [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=19&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses the company's focus on developing immunotherapies, detailing financial results that show a decrease in net loss for Q2 2023, and affirming sufficient liquidity for the next 12 months [Overview and Strategy](index=20&type=section&id=Overview%20and%20Strategy) Alpine is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on protein-based immunotherapies for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, advancing lead candidates povetacicept and acazicolcept through clinical studies and strategic partnerships - Lead wholly-owned program is povetacicept (ALPN-303), a dual BAFF/APRIL antagonist, being evaluated in RUBY-3 (glomerulonephritis) and RUBY-4 (autoimmune cytopenias) studies[61](index=61&type=chunk) - Acazicolcept (ALPN-101), a dual ICOS/CD28 antagonist, is being evaluated in a Phase 2 study for SLE in collaboration with AbbVie[61](index=61&type=chunk) - The company has a multi-program collaboration with Horizon for preclinical candidates and a technology collaboration with Adaptimmune for engineered cell therapies[61](index=61&type=chunk)[62](index=62&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=25&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) The company's financial performance for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023, shows increased collaboration revenue for the quarter and higher R&D expenses due to advancing clinical programs Collaboration Revenue Comparison (in thousands) | Partner | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | AbbVie | $6,748 | $4,563 | $12,346 | $10,523 | | Horizon | $1,715 | $587 | $5,170 | $8,256 | | Adaptimmune | $130 | $142 | $464 | $142 | | **Total** | **$8,593** | **$5,292** | **$17,980** | **$18,921** | Direct R&D Expense by Program (in thousands) | Program | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Acazicolcept | $8,191 | $5,406 | | Davoceticept | $1,959 | $6,081 | | Povetacicept | $7,620 | $6,266 | | **Total Direct R&D** | **$18,144** | **$18,096** | - The increase in R&D spending for the six months ended June 30, 2023 was driven by a **$4.9 million** (**31%**) increase in indirect costs, primarily personnel-related expenses due to increased headcount to support clinical trials[97](index=97&type=chunk)[98](index=98&type=chunk) - The decrease in davoceticept program costs by **$4.1 million** (**68%**) for the six-month period was due to the termination of its clinical studies in October 2022[97](index=97&type=chunk)[98](index=98&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=29&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) As of June 30, 2023, Alpine had **$239.6 million** in cash and investments, with management believing current capital is sufficient for the next 12 months, though additional future funding will be required - The company had **$239.6 million** in cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and investments as of June 30, 2023[102](index=102&type=chunk) - Management believes existing cash is sufficient to fund planned operations for at least the next 12 months from the filing date[112](index=112&type=chunk) - Net cash used in operating activities for the first six months of 2023 was **$44.2 million**[107](index=107&type=chunk) - The company established a new **$100.0 million** ATM equity offering in April 2023 and raised **$10.0 million** in gross proceeds by June 30, 2023[103](index=103&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=32&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risk) As a "smaller reporting company," Alpine Immune Sciences, Inc. is not required to provide quantitative and qualitative disclosures about market risk - The company is exempt from providing market risk disclosures as it qualifies as a "smaller reporting company"[115](index=115&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=32&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management, including the CEO and CFO, evaluated the company's disclosure controls and procedures and concluded they were effective as of June 30, 2023 - Management concluded that as of June 30, 2023, the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective at a reasonable assurance level[116](index=116&type=chunk) - No changes were identified during the quarter that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the company's internal control over financial reporting[117](index=117&type=chunk) PART II. OTHER INFORMATION [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=34&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is not currently a party to any legal proceedings that are expected to have a material adverse effect on its business, financial condition, or operating results - As of the report date, the company is not involved in any material legal proceedings[120](index=120&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=34&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company outlines numerous risks that could materially affect its business, including those related to its unproven scientific platform, early-stage therapeutic candidates, reliance on collaborators, financial needs, intellectual property, and regulatory hurdles [Risks Related to Pipeline and Product Development](index=34&type=section&id=Risks%20Related%20to%20Our%20Pipeline%20and%20Product%20Development) Risks related to pipeline and product development include the unproven nature of the scientific platform, early-stage candidates, potential for clinical trial failures, intense competition, and challenges in patient enrollment - The company's scientific approach to developing therapies is unproven and may not result in marketable products[122](index=122&type=chunk) - All therapeutic candidates are in early stages of development and face a lengthy, expensive, and uncertain process. The termination of davoceticept clinical studies is cited as an example of development risk[127](index=127&type=chunk)[128](index=128&type=chunk) - The company faces competition from major pharmaceutical and biotech companies with greater resources and may struggle with patient enrollment for clinical trials[135](index=135&type=chunk)[131](index=131&type=chunk) [Risks Related to Relationships with Third Parties](index=43&type=section&id=Risks%20Related%20to%20Our%20Relationships%20with%20Third%20Parties) The company's success is highly dependent on collaboration partners for development and commercialization, and it relies on third-party CROs and manufacturers, posing risks of delays or resource allocation issues - Revenue has been primarily derived from collaboration agreements, and future success depends on collaborators' efforts to develop and commercialize therapeutic candidates[144](index=144&type=chunk) - The company relies on third-party CROs to conduct clinical trials and has less control over timing and quality, which could lead to delays if these parties underperform[146](index=146&type=chunk) - Dependence on third-party manufacturers for clinical trial materials presents risks of supply interruption, quality issues, or delays, which could impair R&D advancement[148](index=148&type=chunk) [Risks Related to Our Financial Position and Capital Needs](index=49&type=section&id=Risks%20Related%20to%20Our%20Financial%20Position%20and%20Capital%20Needs) Risks related to financial position include a history of losses, the need for substantial additional funding, potential dilution, and limitations on net operating loss carryforwards, alongside broader financial services industry risks - The company will need to raise substantial additional funds for R&D, and there is no guarantee that sufficient funds will be available in the future[159](index=159&type=chunk) - The company is an early-stage entity with a history of losses and expects to incur significant losses for the foreseeable future[162](index=162&type=chunk) - The company's ability to use its net operating loss (NOL) carryforwards is subject to limitations due to past "ownership changes" under IRC Section 382[183](index=183&type=chunk) - Adverse events in the financial services industry, such as the SVB closure in March 2023, could affect access to deposits and credit facilities[180](index=180&type=chunk) [Risks Related to Cybersecurity and Intellectual Property](index=57&type=section&id=Risks%20Related%20to%20Cybersecurity%20and%20Intellectual%20Property) The company faces significant risks related to cybersecurity breaches, the ability to obtain and enforce patent protection, potential infringement claims, and the need to protect trade secrets - Computer systems are vulnerable to security breaches, which could result in significant liabilities, reputational harm, and disruption of operations[187](index=187&type=chunk) - The company's success depends on its ability to obtain and enforce patent protection for its technology, which is uncertain and may not provide a competitive advantage[190](index=190&type=chunk) - The company may become subject to third-party litigation alleging infringement of proprietary rights, which could be costly and delay or prevent commercialization[198](index=198&type=chunk) - The company must protect the confidentiality of its trade secrets, as disclosure could harm its competitive position[202](index=202&type=chunk) [Risks Related to Government Regulation](index=64&type=section&id=Risks%20Related%20to%20Government%20Regulation) The company's therapeutic candidates are subject to extensive government regulation, posing risks of failure to obtain approval, unfavorable pricing, healthcare reform impacts, and penalties for non-compliance with healthcare and data privacy laws - The company may be unable to obtain U.S. or foreign regulatory approval for its therapeutic candidates, which is a costly, time-consuming, and uncertain process[210](index=210&type=chunk) - Future products may be subject to unfavorable pricing regulations, third-party coverage limitations, and healthcare reform initiatives (e.g., Inflation Reduction Act), which could harm business[221](index=221&type=chunk)[222](index=222&type=chunk) - Failure to comply with extensive healthcare laws (e.g., Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act) could lead to significant enforcement actions and penalties[216](index=216&type=chunk) - The company is subject to complex and evolving data privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA, and non-compliance could result in significant fines and reputational damage[224](index=224&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=81&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) During the quarter, the company issued a total of 236,567 shares of common stock upon the net exercise of outstanding prefunded warrants by holders - In April and May 2023, the company issued a combined 236,567 shares of common stock upon the cashless exercise of prefunded warrants[253](index=253&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=82&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including the company's amended corporate documents, the Sales Agreement for the "at the market" offering, an employment agreement, and required certifications by the CEO and CFO - Key exhibits filed include the Sales Agreement with Cowen and Company, LLC for the "at the market" offering, and certifications by the Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer[255](index=255&type=chunk)[256](index=256&type=chunk)[257](index=257&type=chunk)
Alpine Immune Sciences(ALPN) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2023-05-11 20:30
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: 001-37449 ALPINE IMMUNE SCIENCES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 20-8969493 (State or other j ...
Alpine Immune Sciences(ALPN) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-03-23 23:41
Alpine Immune Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALPN) Q4 2022 Earnings Conference Call March 23, 2023 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Temre Johnson - SD, IR Mitchell Gold - Executive Chairman, CEO Stanford Peng - President, Head of R&D Paul Rickey - CFO Conference Call Participants Mike Ulz - Morgan Stanley Tara Bancroft - Cowen Mark Breidenbach - Oppenheimer Joe Pantginis - H.C. Wainwright Operator Welcome to the Alpine Immune Sciences Fourth Quarter 2022 Earnings Call. Currently, all participants are in listen-only ...
Alpine Immune Sciences(ALPN) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
2023-03-23 21:16
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ 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 THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 001-37449 Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (206) 788-4545 Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: | --- | --- ...
Alpine Immune Sciences (ALPN) Investor Presentation - Slideshow
2023-03-10 13:45
Leading the Next Evolution of Immunotherapies March 2023 Forward Looking Statements This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are not based onhistorical fact and include statements regarding Alpine’s platform technology, potential therapies, potential milestone and royalty payments, futuredevel ...
Alpine Immune Sciences(ALPN) - 2022 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-11-15 00:09
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - As of September 30, 2022, the company's cash, cash equivalents, and investments totaled $277.1 million, with a pro forma cash balance of $290.2 million after a public offering [10][11] - Collaboration revenue for Q3 2022 was $8.4 million, slightly down from $8.5 million in Q3 2021, primarily due to revenue from AbbVie and Horizon collaborations [11] - Research and development expenses decreased to $17.6 million in Q3 2022 from $18.3 million in Q3 2021, attributed to reduced clinical development activities [11] - General and administrative expenses increased to $4.6 million in Q3 2022 from $3.5 million in Q3 2021, mainly due to higher personnel costs [11] - The net loss for Q3 2022 was $13.3 million, compared to a net loss of $13.5 million in Q3 2021 [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is focusing on ALPN-303, a dual inhibitor of BAFF and APRIL, with plans for multiple clinical studies including RUBY-2 and RUBY-3 [4][8][9] - ALPN-303 is positioned as a best-in-class treatment for autoimmune diseases, with initial data expected by the end of 2023 [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has completed a successful $113 million follow-on offering, extending its cash runway through the end of 2025 [4] - The focus on immunology and inflammation activities is expected to drive value, particularly through collaborations with AbbVie and Horizon [4] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to operationalize a broad development plan for ALPN-303 across multiple indications, including renal and hematology baskets [3][4] - The strategic focus is on leveraging the unique properties of ALPN-303 to address significant medical needs in autoimmune diseases [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the potential of ALPN-303 to improve patient outcomes in severe autoimmune and inflammatory diseases [12] - The company anticipates initiating pivotal or accelerated approval studies based on initial data from basket studies by the end of 2023 [12] Other Important Information - The company has reported positive initial data from the RUBY-1 study, indicating that ALPN-303 is well tolerated and shows promising pharmacodynamic effects [8][9] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the expected adherence of data in the current basket study? - Management indicated that enrollment will reflect the frequency or immunology of indications, with expectations for more subjects in the renal basket and immune basket [16][17] Question: What kind of new healthy volunteer data will be included in the upcoming ASH presentation on RUBY-1? - Management noted that updates will include biomarkers and pre-clinical data supporting hematology target indications [19]