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Enanta Pharmaceuticals(ENTA) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2024-05-08 20:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number 001-35839 ENANTA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. | Title of each class | Trading Symbol(s) | Name of each exchange on which registered | | --- | --- | --- | | Common Stock, par value $0.0 ...
Enanta Pharmaceuticals (ENTA) Reports Q2 Loss, Tops Revenue Estimates
Zacks Investment Research· 2024-05-06 22:11
Enanta Pharmaceuticals (ENTA) came out with a quarterly loss of $1.47 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $1.26. This compares to loss of $1.79 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -16.67%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this biotechnology company would post a loss of $1.18 per share when it actually produced a loss of $1.58, delivering a surprise of -33.90%.Over the last four quarters, t ...
Enanta Pharmaceuticals(ENTA) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Results
2024-05-06 20:05
Exhibit 99.1 Enanta Pharmaceuticals Reports Financial Results for its Fiscal Second Quarter with Webcast and Conference Call Today at 4:30 p.m. ET WATERTOWN, Mass., May 6, 2024 – Enanta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENTA), a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to creating small molecule drugs for virology and immunology indications, today reported financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2024. "At Enanta, we are committed to advancing the first antiviral treatment for RSV, ...
Enanta Pharmaceuticals(ENTA) - 2024 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-02-08 03:04
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the fiscal first quarter ended December 31, 2023, total revenue was $18 million, down from $23.6 million in the same period in 2022 [18] - Research and development expenses decreased to $36.4 million from $40.9 million year-over-year, primarily due to reduced costs associated with the COVID-19 program [20] - Net loss for the quarter was $33.4 million, or a loss of $1.58 per diluted common share, compared to a net loss of $29 million, or a loss of $1.39 per diluted common share for the same period in 2022 [21] - The company ended the quarter with approximately $337 million in cash and marketable securities [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is focused on developing treatments for RSV, with two key candidates: zelicapavir and EDP-323, both of which have fast-track designation from the FDA [7][10] - The RSVPEDs study is designed to demonstrate improved virology metrics for zelicapavir, while the RSVHR study aims to show clinically meaningful improvement in symptom resolution [10][34] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The current rate of adult RSV vaccine adoption is estimated at only 11% of the eligible population, indicating a significant unmet need in the market [30] - The company believes there is a $1 billion market opportunity for RSV treatments, particularly given the lack of established therapeutics in this area [66] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to advance its programs in both virology and immunology, focusing on small molecule treatments for high unmet medical needs [29] - The strategy includes leveraging drug discovery capabilities to bolster the pipeline for near and long-term value creation [29] - The company plans to announce a second immunology program in 2024, targeting chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) [39] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the potential of their RSV portfolio, noting the absence of approved drugs for the unmet need [26] - The company anticipates reporting data from the RSVPEDs Phase 2 study in the third quarter of 2024 and aims to identify a clinical candidate for the CSU program this year [16][39] - Management highlighted the importance of understanding the competitive landscape for COVID treatments and how it may impact strategic decisions [57] Other Important Information - General and administrative expenses for the quarter increased to $16.5 million from $12.7 million in the same period in 2022, primarily due to higher stock compensation and legal expenses [62] - The company expects its current cash and marketable securities will be sufficient to meet anticipated cash requirements through fiscal 2027 [63] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the expected outcome for the RSVPEDs study? - Management indicated that they are primarily looking for virology endpoints and numerical trends that would support moving into a Phase 3 study [76] Question: How does the company view the competitive landscape for COVID treatments? - Management noted that the recent developments simplify the COVID landscape and will help clarify future funding decisions [78] Question: What are the expectations for the new immunology program? - The company is targeting good markets with high unmet medical needs and plans to announce the program later this year [116] Question: What is the financial guidance for operating expenses? - The company confirmed that the operating expense guidance remains at $100 million to $120 million for R&D and $45 million to $50 million for G&A [118]
Enanta Pharmaceuticals (ENTA) Reports Q1 Loss, Lags Revenue Estimates
Zacks Investment Research· 2024-02-07 23:11
Enanta Pharmaceuticals (ENTA) came out with a quarterly loss of $1.58 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $1.18. This compares to loss of $1.39 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -33.90%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this biotechnology company would post a loss of $2.11 per share when it actually produced a loss of $1.33, delivering a surprise of 36.97%.Over the last four quarters, th ...
Enanta Pharmaceuticals Reports Financial Results for its Fiscal First Quarter Ended December 31, 2023 with Webcast and Conference Call Today at 4:30 p.m. ET
Businesswire· 2024-02-07 21:01
WATERTOWN, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Enanta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENTA), a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to creating small molecule drugs in virology and immunology, today reported financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended December 31, 2023. “In 2024, Enanta began a year which will be marked by execution and value creation across the company. We are preparing for multiple catalysts across our pipeline in 2024, starting with RSV, where we anticipate reporting topline data f ...
Enanta Pharmaceuticals(ENTA) - 2024 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2024-02-07 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended December 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number 001-35839 ENANTA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) | Title of each class | Trading Symbol(s) | Name of each exchange on which regis ...
Enanta Pharmaceuticals to Host Conference Call on February 7 at 4:30 p.m. ET to Discuss its Financial Results for its Fiscal First Quarter Ended December 31, 2023
Businesswire· 2024-01-31 12:00
WATERTOWN, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Enanta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENTA), a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to creating small molecule drugs for indications in virology and immunology, today announced that it plans to report its financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended December 31, 2023 after the U.S. market closes on February 7, 2024. Enanta management will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss these results and provide an update on the company’s business and re ...
Enanta Pharmaceuticals(ENTA) - 2023 Q4 - Annual Report
2023-11-21 16:00
Part I [Business](index=6&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Business) Enanta Pharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company focused on developing small molecule drugs for viral infections, primarily funded by MAVYRET/MAVIRET royalties and a recent royalty sale, to advance its wholly-owned pipeline in RSV, SARS-CoV-2, and HBV - The company's primary focus is on its wholly-owned research and development programs in virology, specifically targeting RSV, SARS-CoV-2, and HBV[21](index=21&type=chunk) - Enanta's main source of funding is ongoing royalties from its collaboration with AbbVie for the HCV drug MAVYRET/MAVIRET and a recent **$200.0 million** cash payment from a royalty sale agreement[18](index=18&type=chunk)[19](index=19&type=chunk) Fiscal Year 2023 & 2022 Financial Snapshot | Metric | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Revenue** | $79.2 million | $86.2 million | | **Net Loss** | $133.8 million | $121.8 million | - In April 2023, Enanta sold **54.5%** of its future MAVYRET/MAVIRET royalties to an affiliate of OMERS for a **$200.0 million** cash payment. This sale covers royalties through June 30, 2032, subject to a cap. Consequently, Enanta will only receive **45.5%** of these royalty payments going forward[29](index=29&type=chunk)[77](index=77&type=chunk) - The company expects its existing cash, equivalents, marketable securities, and retained royalties to fund operations through fiscal **2027**[20](index=20&type=chunk)[286](index=286&type=chunk) [Our Wholly-Owned Programs](index=6&type=section&id=Our%20Wholly-Owned%20Programs) Enanta's internal pipeline focuses on virology, with clinical candidates EDP-938 and EDP-323 for RSV, EDP-235 for COVID-19 (seeking partnership), and EDP-514 for HBV (seeking combination partner) - **RSV Program:** - **EDP-938 (N-protein inhibitor):** Currently in two Phase 2 studies (RSVPEDs in pediatrics, RSVHR in high-risk adults). Data is expected in **Q3 2024**[22](index=22&type=chunk)[24](index=24&type=chunk) - **EDP-323 (L-protein inhibitor):** Completed a Phase 1 study with positive results and initiated a Phase 2 challenge study in **Q4 2023**, with data also expected in **Q3 2024**[22](index=22&type=chunk)[24](index=24&type=chunk) - **COVID-19 Program (EDP-235):** Following topline results from the Phase 2 SPRINT trial in May 2023, the company will not advance the candidate on its own and is seeking collaborations for further progression[50](index=50&type=chunk) - **HBV Program (EDP-514):** The core inhibitor has demonstrated safety and strong antiviral activity in two Phase 1b studies. Advancement of the program into a combination therapy regimen depends on accessing another compound through partnership[25](index=25&type=chunk)[57](index=57&type=chunk) [Our Out-Licensed Products and Royalty Agreement](index=8&type=section&id=Our%20Out-Licensed%20Products%20and%20Royalty%20Agreement) Enanta's revenue primarily comes from AbbVie's MAVYRET/MAVIRET royalties, with **54.5%** of future royalties sold for **$200 million** covering July 2023 to June 2032 - Substantially all royalty revenue is derived from AbbVie's net sales of MAVYRET/MAVIRET, which contains Enanta's discovered protease inhibitor, glecaprevir[28](index=28&type=chunk) - The royalty structure consists of annually tiered, double-digit royalties on **50%** of the calendar year net sales of MAVYRET/MAVIRET. The tiers reset to the lowest level each January 1[69](index=69&type=chunk) - In April 2023, the company sold **54.5%** of its future MAVYRET/MAVIRET royalties for a **$200.0 million** cash payment. The sale is effective for royalties after June 30, 2023, through June 30, 2032, and is subject to a payment cap of **1.42 times** the purchase price[77](index=77&type=chunk)[294](index=294&type=chunk) [Competition](index=17&type=section&id=Competition) Enanta faces intense competition across all therapeutic areas from larger pharmaceutical companies and biotechs with greater resources - **RSV:** Competitors include Ark Biosciences and Pfizer (fusion inhibitors). Recently approved prophylaxis options include monoclonal antibodies (AstraZeneca/Sanofi's Beyfortus) and vaccines (Pfizer's ABRYSVO, GSK's AREXVY)[33](index=33&type=chunk)[85](index=85&type=chunk) - **COVID-19:** Pfizer's PAXLOVID is an approved oral antiviral. Other companies with oral antivirals in Phase 3 include Shionogi, Atea, and Gilead[47](index=47&type=chunk)[86](index=86&type=chunk) - **HCV:** AbbVie's MAVYRET/MAVIRET faces intense competition from Gilead's products (Epclusa®, Vosevi®, Harvoni®) and their authorized generic versions[87](index=87&type=chunk) - **HBV:** Many companies, including Vir, GSK, Arbutus, and Roche, are developing new drugs with the goal of finding a functional cure, often through combination regimens[89](index=89&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=29&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company faces significant risks including a need for additional funding, heavy reliance on MAVYRET/MAVIRET sales, uncertain pipeline development, third-party manufacturing reliance, and intellectual property challenges - The company requires substantial additional funding for its operations and product development, as it expects to have continuing operating losses for the foreseeable future[162](index=162&type=chunk) - Revenues are substantially dependent on AbbVie's success in selling MAVYRET/MAVIRET, and after June 30, 2023, **54.5%** of these royalty payments are directed to OMERS, reducing Enanta's retained cash flow[15](index=15&type=chunk)[164](index=164&type=chunk) - Clinical drug development is a lengthy, expensive process with uncertain outcomes. None of the company's proprietary candidates have advanced beyond Phase 2 trials, and trials could be delayed by factors like RSV seasonality or regulatory changes[183](index=183&type=chunk)[184](index=184&type=chunk) - The company relies on third-party manufacturers, including some in China, for key intermediates and API, creating risks related to supply disruption, geopolitical issues, and quality control[215](index=215&type=chunk)[221](index=221&type=chunk) - Enanta faces significant intellectual property risks, including the potential for patents to be invalidated and costly litigation, such as the current patent infringement suit against Pfizer regarding Paxlovid[230](index=230&type=chunk)[235](index=235&type=chunk) [Properties](index=52&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Properties) Enanta leases all its office and laboratory space in Watertown, MA, and is consolidating operations into a new **73,000 sq. ft.** facility by December 2023 - The company leases all its office and laboratory space in Watertown, Massachusetts[275](index=275&type=chunk) - A new lease for a **73,000 sq. ft.** facility at Arsenal on the Charles has been signed, with expected access for tenant improvements in December 2023. This new lease will consolidate operations and replace the current 500 Arsenal Street lease[275](index=275&type=chunk) [Legal Proceedings](index=52&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in a patent infringement lawsuit against Pfizer, Inc., filed in June 2022, alleging infringement by Paxlovid™ on its U.S. Patent No. 11,358,953 - In June 2022, Enanta filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Pfizer, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts[488](index=488&type=chunk) - The suit alleges that Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment, Paxlovid™, infringes on Enanta's U.S. Patent No. 11,358,953, and seeks damages for this infringement[488](index=488&type=chunk) Part II [Market for the Company's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities](index=53&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Market%20for%20the%20Company%27s%20Common%20Equity%2C%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters%20and%20Issuer%20Purchases%20of%20Equity%20Securities) Enanta's common stock trades on NASDAQ under "ENTA" and has shown volatility, with no cash dividends paid or anticipated - The company's common stock trades on The NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol "ENTA"[279](index=279&type=chunk) Fiscal 2023 Quarterly Stock Price Range | Quarter | High ($) | Low ($) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | First | 54.20 | 39.60 | | Second | 62.06 | 38.16 | | Third | 41.45 | 19.91 | | Fourth | 22.15 | 11.03 | - Enanta has never declared or paid cash dividends and does not expect to in the foreseeable future[279](index=279&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=55&type=section&id=Item%207.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) In fiscal 2023, Enanta's revenue decreased to **$79.2 million**, resulting in a net loss of **$133.8 million**, while a **$200 million** royalty sale bolstered cash, expected to fund operations through fiscal 2027 Results of Operations (in thousands) | | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Revenue** | $79,204 | $86,160 | | **Research and development** | $163,524 | $164,522 | | **General and administrative** | $52,887 | $45,482 | | **Net loss** | $(133,816) | $(121,755) | - The decrease in revenue was due to lower reported HCV sales by AbbVie. The weighted average royalty rate was approximately **11%** in both fiscal 2023 and 2022[316](index=316&type=chunk) - R&D expenses decreased slightly by **$1.0 million**. A **$6.8 million** increase in virology program costs was offset by a **$13.6 million** decrease as the non-viral liver disease (NASH) program was wound down[319](index=319&type=chunk) - G&A expenses increased by **$7.4 million**, primarily due to higher legal fees related to the patent infringement suit against Pfizer[321](index=321&type=chunk) - The company received **$200.0 million** from a royalty sale agreement in April 2023, which is recorded as a liability on the balance sheet. This transaction also led to **$5.1 million** in non-cash interest expense in fiscal 2023[294](index=294&type=chunk)[322](index=322&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk](index=64&type=section&id=Item%207A.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risk) Enanta is exposed to interest rate risk on its **$369.9 million** cash and marketable securities, and foreign exchange risk from international operations, though both were immaterial in fiscal 2023 - The company is exposed to interest rate risk on its cash and marketable securities portfolio of **$369.9 million**, but does not expect a **1%** change in rates to have a material impact[343](index=343&type=chunk) - Foreign exchange risk exists due to contracts with vendors outside the U.S. (primarily British Pound and Euro), but the impact was immaterial in fiscal 2023[344](index=344&type=chunk) [Consolidated Financial Statements and Supplementary Data](index=60&type=section&id=Item%208.%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Supplementary%20Data) The audited consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023, with an unqualified auditor opinion, reflect a **$133.8 million** net loss and highlight research and development accruals as a critical audit matter - The independent auditor, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, provided an unqualified (clean) opinion on the consolidated financial statements and internal control over financial reporting[386](index=386&type=chunk) - The auditor identified "Research and Development and Pharmaceutical Drug Manufacturing Accruals" as a Critical Audit Matter due to the significant management judgment involved in estimating these balances[393](index=393&type=chunk)[394](index=394&type=chunk) Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | | Sept 30, 2023 | Sept 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Current Assets** | $422,791 | $311,713 | | **Total Assets** | $462,275 | $375,410 | | **Total Liabilities** | $245,540 | $54,076 | | **Total Stockholders' Equity** | $216,735 | $321,334 | [Controls and Procedures](index=64&type=section&id=Item%209A.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and internal control over financial reporting were effective as of September 30, 2023, with no material changes reported - Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of September 30, 2023[348](index=348&type=chunk) - Based on the COSO 2013 framework, management concluded that internal control over financial reporting was effective as of September 30, 2023[352](index=352&type=chunk) - There were no changes in internal control over financial reporting during the fourth quarter of 2023 that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, internal controls[349](index=349&type=chunk) Part III [Directors, Executive Compensation, Security Ownership, and Other Matters](index=66&type=section&id=Items%2010%2C%2011%2C%2012%2C%2013%2C%2014) Information for these items is incorporated by reference from the company's separately filed Definitive Proxy Statement for its 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders - The detailed information for Items 10 through 14 is not included in this 10-K report but is incorporated by reference from the company's 2024 Proxy Statement[358](index=358&type=chunk)[360](index=360&type=chunk)[364](index=364&type=chunk)[365](index=365&type=chunk) Equity Compensation Plan Information (as of Sept 30, 2023) | Plan Category | Securities to be issued upon exercise (thousands) | Weighted-average exercise price ($) | Securities available for future issuance (thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Approved by security holders** | 4,938 | 46.57 | 1,721 | Part IV [Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules](index=68&type=section&id=Item%2015.%20Exhibits%20and%20Financial%20Statement%20Schedules) This section lists all exhibits filed with the 10-K, including corporate governance documents and key material contracts like the AbbVie collaboration and OMERS royalty purchase agreements - This section provides a comprehensive list of all exhibits filed with the 10-K, including the Restated Certificate of Incorporation, Bylaws, and material contracts[369](index=369&type=chunk) - Key material contracts listed as exhibits include the Collaborative Development and License Agreement with AbbVie (and its amendments) and the Royalty Purchase Agreement with OCM Life Sciences Portfolio LP (an affiliate of OMERS)[369](index=369&type=chunk)[370](index=370&type=chunk)
Enanta Pharmaceuticals(ENTA) - 2023 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-08-09 06:37
Pharmaceuticals Great Chemistry Cures COVID-19: Phase 2 (SPRINT) complete A Proven Approach to Drug Discovery Proven Track Record of Success Strong Balance Sheet 3 | --- | --- | --- | |-------|-------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | | | | | HCV | HBV | viral infections Several therapeutic areas with goal of building multiple approaches in each | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |-------------------|----------------|- ...