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Company Overview - Tempest Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing first-in-class targeted and immune-mediated therapeutics for cancer treatment [1][8] - The company is headquartered in Brisbane, California, and has a diverse portfolio of small molecule product candidates [8] Drug Development and Designations - The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has granted Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) to amezalpat (TPST-1120), an oral, small molecule, selective PPAR⍺ antagonist for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) [1][6] - Earlier in the year, the FDA also granted ODD and Fast Track Designation (FTD) to amezalpat for the same indication, highlighting the urgent need for new treatment options [2][6] - Amezalpat has shown positive outcomes in a global randomized Phase 1b/2 clinical study, demonstrating a six-month improvement in median overall survival (OS) with a hazard ratio (HR) of 0.65 when combined with standard-of-care therapies [2][4] Disease Context - Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is an aggressive cancer with over 900,000 new diagnoses globally each year, projected to become the third leading cause of cancer death by 2030 [3] - The majority of HCC cases are linked to chronic liver diseases, with a high recurrence rate of 70-80% even after early-stage diagnosis [3][4] Mechanism of Action - Amezalpat is designed to target tumor cells directly while also modulating immune suppressive cells and angiogenesis within the tumor microenvironment [4] - The drug has shown clinical superiority across multiple study endpoints, including overall survival in both the entire population and key subpopulations compared to standard care [4][6] Regulatory Benefits - The EMA's ODD provides benefits such as potential 10 years of market exclusivity following regulatory approval in the EU, reduced regulatory fees, and a centralized EU approval process [7]

Core Insights - The partnership between Susan G. Komen, Tokio Marine HCC (TMHCC), and Nelly Korda aims to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research and support [1][5][6] Group 1: Partnership and Contributions - TMHCC will donate $5,000 for every birdie and $10,000 for every eagle scored by Nelly Korda during the tournament, with a guaranteed minimum donation of $50,000 [3] - Additional donations from TMHCC include $25,000 for a hole in one, $100,000 for a three-stroke win, $500,000 for a four-stroke win, and $1 million for a five or more stroke win [4] Group 2: Breast Cancer Statistics - An estimated 316,950 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer for the first time in 2025, with 42,170 expected to succumb to the disease [2] Group 3: Organizational Background - TMHCC is part of the Tokio Marine Group, which has a market capitalization of $74 billion as of March 31, 2025, and holds strong financial ratings from S&P Global Ratings, AM Best, and Fitch Ratings [8] - Susan G. Komen is the leading nonprofit organization focused on breast cancer, providing comprehensive support and advocacy for patients while driving research for breakthroughs [10]

Core Insights - Hepion Pharmaceuticals has entered into a binding letter of intent with New Day Diagnostics to in-license diagnostic tests for various diseases, including celiac disease and hepatocellular carcinoma [1][2][3] - The combined addressable market for these diagnostic tests exceeds $15 billion, with significant growth projections across multiple segments [2] Company Developments - The diagnostic tests include CE-marked products that are eligible for sale in Europe, allowing Hepion to generate near-term revenues through existing distributor networks [3] - Hepion's primary asset, Rencofilstat, is a potent inhibitor of cyclophilins, which has shown efficacy in reducing liver fibrosis and tumor burden in experimental models [4] - The company previously announced the winding down of its ASCEND-NASH clinical trial, which was paused in April 2023 after randomizing 151 subjects [5][6] Market Opportunities - The Respiratory Panel RT-PCR Multiplex CE-IVD targets a $5.6 billion market, growing at 6.6% annually through 2029, while the H. pylori test addresses a $700 million market with a 6.0% growth rate projected through 2032 [2] - The celiac disease screening test operates in a $457 million market, expected to grow at 10.4% annually through 2034, and the mSEPT9 assay for HCC detection serves an $8.7 billion market with a 6.7% growth rate projected through 2030 [2]

Company Overview - Warrior Met Coal (NYSE: HCC) is a U.S. metallurgical coal mining company focused on the export market [1] - The company operates two mines and is developing the Blue Creek project, all located in Alabama [1] Management and Operations - The company is noted for its good management team and consistent operations [1] - Quality of operations is emphasized, indicating a strong operational foundation [1] Investment Strategy - The investment strategy focuses on turnarounds in natural resource industries with a typical holding period of 2-3 years [2] - Emphasis on value investing provides good downside protection while allowing for significant upside potential [2] - The portfolio has achieved a compounded annual growth rate of 26% over the last 6 years [2]

Financial Performance - Warrior Met Coal reported a quarterly loss of $0.16 per share, which was worse than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.05, and a significant decline from earnings of $2.63 per share a year ago, representing an earnings surprise of -220% [1] - The company posted revenues of $299.94 million for the quarter ended March 2025, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 8.98%, but down from $503.51 million in the same quarter last year [2] - Over the last four quarters, Warrior Met Coal has surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times and topped consensus revenue estimates three times [2] Stock Performance and Outlook - Warrior Met Coal shares have declined approximately 10.3% since the beginning of the year, compared to a decline of 5.5% for the S&P 500 [3] - The current consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is -$0.15 on revenues of $284.04 million, and for the current fiscal year, it is $2.06 on revenues of $1.41 billion [7] Industry Context - The coal industry, to which Warrior Met Coal belongs, is currently ranked in the bottom 9% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a challenging environment [8] - Empirical research suggests a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions, which could impact Warrior Met Coal's stock performance [5][6]

First Quarter 2025 Results April 30, 2025 Forward-looking Statements This presentation contains, and of Warrior Met Coal, Inc.'s (the "Company", "WMC" or "Warrior") officers and representatives may from time to time make, forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this presentation that address activities, even ...

Financial Performance - Total revenues for Q1 2025 were $299,943, a decrease of 40.4% compared to $503,512 in Q1 2024[14] - Net loss for Q1 2025 was $8,168, compared to a net income of $136,989 in Q1 2024, representing a significant decline[14] - Basic and diluted net loss per share for Q1 2025 was $0.16, down from $2.63 in Q1 2024[14] - Segment profit for Q1 2025 was $49,198,000, down 76.8% from $212,411,000 in Q1 2024[76] - Segment Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $49,198,000, a decline of 76.8% compared to $212,411,000 in Q1 2024[80] - Interest income for Q1 2025 was $3,186,000, a decrease of 54.7% from $7,033,000 in Q1 2024[80] Cash and Assets - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of Q1 2025 were $454,933, a decrease from $491,547 at the end of Q4 2024[17] - Total assets increased to $2,623,894 as of March 31, 2025, compared to $2,591,516 at the end of 2024[17] - The company's total inventories, net, decreased to $197.645 million as of March 31, 2025, from $207.590 million as of December 31, 2024[37] - Total assets increased to $2,623,894,000 in Q1 2025 from $2,478,591,000 in Q1 2024, reflecting a growth of 5.9%[76] Liabilities and Debt - Total liabilities rose to $547,128 as of March 31, 2025, compared to $500,699 at the end of 2024[17] - The company's total long-term debt as of March 31, 2025, was $153.767 million, slightly up from $153.612 million as of December 31, 2024[41] - The estimated fair value of the company's outstanding debt was approximately $159.8 million as of March 31, 2025[72] Expenses - Dividends paid in Q1 2025 were $5,184, down from $30,638 in Q1 2024[19] - The company reported a depreciation and depletion expense of $45,277 in Q1 2025, compared to $40,023 in Q1 2024[19] - Coal royalty expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2025, were $22.3 million, down from $42.9 million in the same period of 2024[57] - Cash cost of sales for mining in Q1 2025 was $244,028,000, a decrease of 14.1% from $284,172,000 in Q1 2024[76] - Capital expenditures for Q1 2025 were $68,510,000, down 31.3% from $99,703,000 in Q1 2024[76] Investments and Financial Position - As of March 31, 2025, short-term investments totaled $33.1 million, an increase from $14.6 million as of December 31, 2024[31] - The company had $113.5 million of availability under the ABL Facility as of March 31, 2025, with no loans outstanding[46] - The company had finance lease payments totaling $19.464 million, with a present value of lease liabilities amounting to $18.525 million as of March 31, 2025[50] - Finance lease right-of-use assets, net, were valued at $53.972 million as of March 31, 2025, down from $56.702 million as of December 31, 2024[48] Operational Focus and Risks - Warrior Met Coal is focused on mining non-thermal steelmaking coal, primarily for the global steel industry, with operations based in Alabama[23] - The company continues to face risks including substantial indebtedness, compliance with covenants, and geopolitical events impacting operations[11] - The company is exposed to commodity price risk due to fluctuations in market pricing for steelmaking coal[162] - The estimated allowance for credit losses was immaterial as of March 31, 2025, indicating a stable credit risk profile[166] Labor Relations - The company continues to engage in negotiations with the labor union to reach a new Collective Bargaining Agreement, which expired on April 1, 2021[25] Shareholder Actions - The company repurchased 500,000 shares under its stock repurchase program for approximately $10.6 million, leaving $59.4 million available for future repurchases as of March 31, 2025[61] Environmental Compliance - The company believes it is in compliance with environmental laws and has no accruals for environmental matters other than asset retirement obligations as of March 31, 2025[53] - The company has no recorded liabilities for minimum throughput requirements as of March 31, 2025[56]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, the company recorded a net loss of $8 million or $0.16 per diluted share, compared to a net income of $137 million or $2.62 per diluted share in Q1 2024, primarily due to a 42% decrease in realized average net selling prices [27][28] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $40 million, down from $200 million in the same quarter last year, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 13% compared to 40% in Q1 2024 [27][28] - Total revenues decreased to $300 million in Q1 2025 from $504 million in Q1 2024, driven by lower average gross selling prices [28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales volume increased by 2% to 2.2 million short tons in Q1 2025 from 2.1 million short tons in the same quarter last year, with production volume rising by 10% to 2.3 million short tons [14][15] - The company achieved a gross price realization of 83% for Q1 2025, slightly below the targeted range of 85% to 90% [12][28] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average premium low vol index prices dropped by 40% to $168 per short ton in Q1 2025 from $280 per short ton in Q1 2024 [8] - The primary index, the POV FOB Australia, ended Q1 2025 at $153 per short ton, down $25 from the end of Q4 2024 [12] - Global pig iron production decreased by 0.2% in Q1 2025 compared to the prior year, with iron production in China growing by 0.8% [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on operational efficiency and cost management to navigate weak market conditions, while continuing to progress on the Blue Creek project, which is on budget and schedule [6][21] - The Blue Creek project is expected to produce 1 million short tons in 2025, with a long-term capacity of 6 million short tons [23][22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged ongoing weak market conditions but expressed confidence in operational performance and the ability to manage costs effectively [6][34] - The company anticipates that weak market conditions may persist, impacting steelmaking coal prices, but expects stable demand from contracted customers [34][36] Other Important Information - The company spent $79 million on capital expenditures and mine development in Q1 2025, with $69 million allocated to CapEx [16][21] - Total available liquidity at the end of Q1 2025 was $617 million, providing sufficient funds to complete the Blue Creek project [32][21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Pricing realization expectations - Management indicated that pricing realization could remain between 80% to 85% in the current market environment [38] Question: Cost sustainability in the near term - Management confirmed that the current cost level of $120 per ton is sustainable if prices remain stable [42] Question: Impact of tariffs on longwall shields - Management clarified that there would be no tariff impacts on the longwall shields being imported [43] Question: Factors driving lower price realizations - Management explained that transportation differentials and market conditions in Asia are significant factors affecting price realizations [48] Question: Production outlook and potential curtailments - Management acknowledged the challenges in the U.S. met coal market and indicated that some production curtailments may occur [52] Question: Capital expenditures for Blue Creek - Management detailed that the remaining CapEx for Blue Creek would primarily cover final construction and labor costs [56] Question: Working capital trends - Management indicated that working capital is expected to build in the second quarter due to production at Blue Creek [60] Question: U.S. pricing reflection of the market - Management expressed confidence that U.S. prices are reflective of current market conditions, with expectations for the discount to tighten over time [65]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, the company recorded a net loss of $8 million or $0.16 per diluted share, compared to a net income of $137 million or $2.62 per diluted share in Q1 2024, primarily due to a 42% decrease in realized average net selling prices [25][27] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $40 million, down from $200 million in the same quarter last year, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 13% compared to 40% in Q1 2024 [25][26] - Total revenues decreased to $300 million in Q1 2025 from $504 million in Q1 2024, driven by lower average gross selling prices [27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales volume increased by 2% to 2.2 million short tons in Q1 2025 from 2.1 million short tons in Q1 2024, with production volume rising by 10% to 2.3 million short tons [14][15] - The company achieved a gross price realization of 83% for Q1 2025, slightly below the targeted range of 85% to 90% [12][25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average premium low vol index prices dropped by 40% or $112 per short ton compared to Q1 2024, averaging $168 per short ton in Q1 2025 [7][12] - The primary index, the POV FOB Australia, ended Q1 2025 at $153 per short ton, down $25 from the end of Q4 2024 [12] - Global pig iron production decreased by 0.2% in Q1 2025 compared to the prior year, with iron production in China growing by 0.8% [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on managing costs tightly and operating efficiently in response to weak market conditions, while making progress on the Blue Creek project, which is on budget and schedule [6][17] - The Blue Creek project is expected to produce incremental annualized production of at least 4.8 million short tons after startup, enhancing the company's cost curve positioning [22][21] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged ongoing challenges in the global steel market due to China's overcapacity and trade policy uncertainties, but expects demand from India to increase [34] - The company anticipates weak market conditions may persist, putting downward pressure on steelmaking coal prices, but remains optimistic about operational performance [32][34] Other Important Information - The company spent $79 million on CapEx and mine development in Q1 2025, with $69 million allocated to CapEx and $11 million to Blue Creek project development [16][20] - Total available liquidity at the end of Q1 2025 was $617 million, consisting of cash, investments, and available credit [31] Q&A Session Summary Question: Pricing assumptions for the current market environment - Management indicated that a price realization of 80% to 85% is reasonable given current market conditions [36] Question: Sustainability of cost levels in Q2 - Management confirmed that current cost levels are expected to be sustainable if prices remain stable [39] Question: Factors driving lower price realizations - Management explained that transportation differentials and market dynamics in Asia are significant factors affecting price realizations [45][46] Question: Production outlook and potential curtailments - Management noted that while there are rumors of production issues, it is difficult to estimate the overall impact on U.S. production [50] Question: Clarification on Blue Creek project CapEx - Management clarified that remaining CapEx will primarily be for final construction and labor, with a significant portion already accounted for [54][56] Question: Impact of shipping Blue Creek coal on costs - Management stated that while there may be some additional costs, they are focused on mitigating any significant impact [66][68]