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Kodiak(KOD) - 2020 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2020-05-13 01:00
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Kodiak(KOD) - 2020 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2020-05-11 20:31
[PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=5&type=section&id=PART%20I.%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) [Item 1. Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements%20(Unaudited)) Unaudited Q1 2020 financial statements show total assets at **$443.0 million**, liabilities at **$115.4 million** from a royalty sale, and a **$24.4 million** net loss due to increased R&D expenses [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Total assets increased to **$443.0 million** by March 31, 2020, driven by cash and marketable securities, while liabilities rose to **$115.4 million** due to a new royalty liability Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Account | March 31, 2020 | December 31, 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Assets** | | | | Cash and cash equivalents | $226,456 | $211,797 | | Marketable securities | $203,937 | $136,380 | | **Total Assets** | **$443,042** | **$358,866** | | **Liabilities** | | | | Total current liabilities | $13,834 | $11,711 | | Liability related to sale of future royalties | $99,850 | $0 | | **Total Liabilities** | **$115,355** | **$13,507** | | **Total Stockholders' Equity** | **$327,687** | **$345,359** | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss](index=6&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20and%20Comprehensive%20Loss) Net loss for Q1 2020 increased to **$24.4 million** (or **($0.54)** per share) from **$8.0 million** in Q1 2019, primarily due to higher R&D and G&A expenses Statement of Operations Summary (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Research and development | $20,170 | $5,723 | | General and administrative | $5,553 | $2,737 | | **Total operating expenses** | **$25,723** | **$8,460** | | Loss from operations | ($25,723) | ($8,460) | | **Net loss** | **($24,392)** | **($7,984)** | | Net loss per common share | ($0.54) | ($0.21) | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=8&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Q1 2020 saw **$17.9 million** cash used in operations and **$67.2 million** in investing, offset by **$99.8 million** from financing, resulting in a **$14.7 million** net cash increase Cash Flow Summary (in thousands) | Activity | Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | ($17,932) | ($7,207) | | Net cash used in investing activities | ($67,197) | ($23,872) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $99,788 | $47 | | **Net increase (decrease) in cash** | **$14,659** | **($31,032)** | - The company received **$99.6 million** in net proceeds from the sale of future royalties, which was the primary source of cash from financing activities[24](index=24&type=chunk) [Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=9&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) Notes detail liquidity, accounting policies, and key transactions, including **$430.4 million** in cash, a **$100.0 million** royalty funding agreement, and increased purchase obligations - The company believes its cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities of **$430.4 million** as of March 31, 2020, are sufficient to fund operations for the next 12 months[27](index=27&type=chunk) - In February 2020, the company received **$100.0 million** from BBA in exchange for a capped 4.5% royalty on future net sales of KSI-301, recorded as a liability due to the significant related-party relationship[54](index=54&type=chunk)[55](index=55&type=chunk)[56](index=56&type=chunk) - Total cancelable and/or non-cancelable purchase obligations under service agreements increased to **$29.8 million** as of March 31, 2020, from **$4.7 million** at year-end 2019[50](index=50&type=chunk) - Total stock-based compensation expense for Q1 2020 was **$6.1 million**, a significant increase from **$1.2 million** in Q1 2019[64](index=64&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=15&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses the **2022 Vision** for KSI-301 BLA submission, minimal COVID-19 impact on trials, and strengthened liquidity from a **$100 million** royalty payment and **$297.6 million** equity offering [Overview and Recent Developments](index=15&type=section&id=Overview%20and%20Recent%20Developments) Kodiak, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, is advancing its **2022 Vision** for KSI-301 BLA submission in retinal diseases, with minimal COVID-19 impact on trials - The company's primary goal is the **"2022 Vision"**: submitting a single Biologics License Application (BLA) for KSI-301 in wet AMD, DME, and RVO in calendar year 2022[70](index=70&type=chunk) - Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the pivotal DAZZLE study has seen minimal disruption, with patient missed visit rates below **5%** and continued new patient enrollment[76](index=76&type=chunk) - The company has optimized its pivotal program to conduct two Phase 3 studies in DME, one in wet AMD (DAZZLE), one in RVO, and one in non-proliferative DR, which is expected to minimize uncertainty related to COVID-19[72](index=72&type=chunk)[77](index=77&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=22&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Q1 2020 net loss increased to **$24.4 million** due to a **252%** rise in R&D expenses to **$20.2 million** and a **103%** increase in G&A expenses to **$5.6 million** Comparison of Results of Operations (in thousands) | Expense Category | Q1 2020 | Q1 2019 | Change ($) | Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Research and development | $20,170 | $5,723 | $14,447 | 252% | | General and administrative | $5,553 | $2,737 | $2,816 | 103% | | **Loss from operations** | **($25,723)** | **($8,460)** | **($17,263)** | **204%** | - KSI-301 program external expenses increased by **$10.5 million** year-over-year, mainly due to costs for the pivotal DAZZLE clinical study, which had enrolled over **200 patients** by March 31, 2020[109](index=109&type=chunk) - Payroll and personnel expenses within R&D increased by **$3.4 million** due to higher headcount and stock-based compensation[110](index=110&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=23&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) As of March 31, 2020, Kodiak held **$430.4 million** in cash and equivalents, bolstered by a December 2019 offering and a **$100.0 million** royalty payment - The company had cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities of **$430.4 million** as of March 31, 2020[115](index=115&type=chunk) - Primary sources of liquidity were a follow-on equity offering in December 2019 and an initial **$100.0 million** payment from a royalty funding agreement in February 2020[85](index=85&type=chunk)[86](index=86&type=chunk)[115](index=115&type=chunk) - Net cash used in operating activities increased to **$17.9 million** in Q1 2020 from **$7.2 million** in Q1 2019, driven by increased R&D and G&A expenses[123](index=123&type=chunk)[124](index=124&type=chunk) - Net cash from financing activities was **$99.8 million** in Q1 2020, primarily from the royalty sale proceeds, compared to just **$47 thousand** in Q1 2019[123](index=123&type=chunk)[126](index=126&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=26&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) No material changes to market risk disclosures were reported for the three months ended March 31, 2020 - There were no material changes to market risk disclosures during the quarter ended March 31, 2020[134](index=134&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=26&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of March 31, 2020, with no material changes to internal control over financial reporting - Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of March 31, 2020[136](index=136&type=chunk) - No changes in internal control over financial reporting occurred during the quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the controls[137](index=137&type=chunk) [PART II. OTHER INFORMATION](index=27&type=section&id=PART%20II.%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) [Legal Proceedings](index=27&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is not involved in any pending legal claims or actions expected to materially affect its financial condition or operations - There are no pending claims or actions against the company that could have a material adverse effect on its results of operations or financial condition[140](index=140&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=27&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company faces significant risks related to KSI-301's clinical success, regulatory approval, competition, complex manufacturing, financial losses, funding needs, and operational disruptions [Risks Related to Business, Financial Condition and Capital Requirements](index=27&type=section&id=Risks%20Related%20to%20Our%20Business,%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Capital%20Requirements) The company, an early clinical-stage entity with no approved products, has an accumulated deficit of **$182.5 million** and requires substantial additional capital for future operations - The company is in the early clinical stage, has a limited operating history, no approved products, and has not generated any revenue[142](index=142&type=chunk) - The company has incurred significant net losses since inception, with an accumulated deficit of **$182.5 million** as of March 31, 2020, and expects these losses to continue and increase[143](index=143&type=chunk) - The company will require substantial additional capital to complete development and commercialization, and failure to obtain it could force delays, scaling back, or discontinuation of programs[152](index=152&type=chunk)[154](index=154&type=chunk) [Risks Related to Discovery, Development and Commercialization](index=30&type=section&id=Risks%20Related%20to%20the%20Discovery,%20Development%20and%20Commercialization%20of%20Our%20Product%20Candidates) Prospects depend heavily on KSI-301, facing risks of clinical trial delays (including from COVID-19), intense competition, and complex, single-source manufacturing challenges - The company's prospects are heavily dependent on a single product candidate, KSI-301, which is in the early stages of clinical development[156](index=156&type=chunk) - Clinical trials may be substantially delayed or fail due to difficulties in patient enrollment, which can be impacted by health epidemics like the COVID-19 outbreak[168](index=168&type=chunk)[177](index=177&type=chunk) - The company faces significant competition from major pharmaceutical companies with established, widely accepted products for retinal diseases, such as Roche, Regeneron, and Novartis[185](index=185&type=chunk) - Manufacturing of KSI-301 is highly complex, requires substantial lead time (at least **12 months** for new large-scale batches), and relies on single-source suppliers from multiple countries, magnifying supply chain risk[188](index=188&type=chunk)[191](index=191&type=chunk) [Risks Related to Regulatory Approval and Other Legal Compliance](index=40&type=section&id=Risks%20Related%20to%20Regulatory%20Approval%20and%20Other%20Legal%20Compliance%20Matters) Regulatory approval is lengthy and unpredictable, with no guarantee of success, and approved products face extensive ongoing compliance requirements and potential penalties - The regulatory approval process is lengthy, time-consuming, and inherently unpredictable, with no guarantee that any product candidate will ever obtain approval[209](index=209&type=chunk) - The company plans to conduct clinical trials outside the U.S., but there is a risk that regulatory authorities like the FDA will not accept the data from these trials[211](index=211&type=chunk) - Even if a product is approved, it will remain subject to extensive ongoing regulatory requirements for manufacturing, labeling, and marketing, with potential for withdrawal of approval or other penalties for non-compliance[214](index=214&type=chunk)[217](index=217&type=chunk) [Risks Related to Reliance on Third Parties](index=46&type=section&id=Risks%20Related%20to%20Our%20Reliance%20on%20Third%20Parties) Heavy reliance on third-party CROs and single-source CMOs (Lonza AG) for clinical trials and manufacturing creates significant control and supply chain risks - The company relies on third-party CROs to conduct clinical trials, which reduces control and could lead to delays or failures if these parties do not perform satisfactorily[239](index=239&type=chunk) - The company currently relies exclusively on a single third-party manufacturer, Lonza AG, for its materials and does not have redundant supply arrangements, creating significant supply chain risk[243](index=243&type=chunk)[246](index=246&type=chunk) - Reliance on third-party suppliers for key raw materials involves risks of limited control over pricing, availability, and quality, which could harm manufacturing ability[249](index=249&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=65&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) No unregistered sales of equity securities were reported during the period - None[337](index=337&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=65&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) No other information was reported for the period - None[340](index=340&type=chunk) [Exhibits](index=66&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including Sarbanes-Oxley certifications and XBRL data files - The report includes certifications from the CEO and CFO pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Sections 302 and 906, as well as XBRL filings[343](index=343&type=chunk)
Kodiak Sciences (KOD) Investor Presentation - Slideshow
2020-03-17 21:15
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Kodiak(KOD) - 2019 Q4 - Annual Report
2020-03-16 20:42
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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, 2019 ☐ 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: 001-38682 Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: | Title of each class | Trading Symbol(s) | Name o ...
Kodiak Sciences (KOD) Presents At 38th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference - Slideshow
2020-01-14 19:51
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Kodiak(KOD) - 2019 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2019-11-12 21:01
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, 2019 Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (650) 281-0850 Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from __________ to _________ Com ...
Kodiak(KOD) - 2019 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2019-08-14 20:01
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, 2019 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: 001-38682 KODIAK SCIENCES INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) (State or other jurisdict ...
Kodiak(KOD) - 2019 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2019-05-15 11:01
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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, 2019 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: 001-38682 KODIAK SCIENCES INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) (State or other jurisdicti ...
Kodiak(KOD) - 2018 Q4 - Annual Report
2019-03-27 20:38
PART I [Business](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Business) Kodiak Sciences Inc. develops retinal disease therapies using its ABC Platform, with lead candidate KSI-301 for wet AMD and diabetic retinopathy in clinical trials - The company's most advanced product candidate is KSI-301, a biologic therapy built with its antibody biopolymer conjugate platform (ABC Platform), designed to maintain potent drug levels in ocular tissues for treating retinal vascular diseases like wet AMD and diabetic retinopathy[19](index=19&type=chunk) - The company initiated its first-in-human Phase 1a clinical study of KSI-301 in July 2018 for severe diabetic macular edema (DME), which demonstrated safety and durability of responses after a single dose[20](index=20&type=chunk) - Kodiak is currently enrolling a Phase 1b multiple-dose study of KSI-301 in patients with wet AMD, DME, and retinal vein occlusion, with plans to present data in 2019 and 2020[26](index=26&type=chunk) - The company plans to initiate a global Phase 2 pivotal study of KSI-301 in wet AMD in Q2 2019, comparing dosing intervals of up to 20 weeks against the standard 8-week regimen of EYLEA[29](index=29&type=chunk)[54](index=54&type=chunk) [Lead Product Candidate: KSI-301](index=5&type=section&id=Lead%20Product%20Candidate%3A%20KSI-301) KSI-301 is an anti-VEGF antibody biopolymer conjugate designed for enhanced durability in treating retinal diseases KSI-301 Phase 1a Single-Dose Study Results (12 Weeks) | Metric | Result (Pooled across all dose levels) | | :--- | :--- | | **Vision Improvement (Median)** | 9 eye chart letters (almost two lines) | | **Retinal Edema Improvement (Median)** | 121 microns | | **Responders** | 8 out of 9 patients | | **Safety** | No dose-limiting toxicities, drug-related adverse events, or intraocular inflammation | KSI-301 Design Feature Comparison | Feature | KSI-301 | EYLEA | Lucentis | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Molecular Weight** | 950 kDa | 115 kDa | 48 kDa | | **Molar Dose (Equivalent)** | 7x | 2x | 1x | | **Ocular PK (Equivalent)** | 4x | 1.5x | 1x | - Preclinical studies demonstrated that KSI-301 has an extended ocular tissue half-life of over 10 days in the retina, compared to published data of 2.9 days for Lucentis and 4-5 days for EYLEA[128](index=128&type=chunk) [Market Opportunity and Current Limitations](index=15&type=section&id=Market%20Opportunity%20and%20Current%20Limitations) The primary target markets for KSI-301 are wet AMD and diabetic retinopathy, with existing treatments facing limitations due to frequent injection burden - Annual worldwide sales of Lucentis and EYLEA for all indications totaled approximately **$10.5 billion** in 2018, with a substantial majority from wet AMD and DR treatment[39](index=39&type=chunk)[61](index=61&type=chunk) - Real-world studies, such as the AURA study, show a divergence between clinical trial efficacy and real-world outcomes for current anti-VEGFs, where less frequent treatment leads to diminished visual acuity improvement[41](index=41&type=chunk)[78](index=78&type=chunk) - Data from the American Academy of Ophthalmology's IRIS registry showed that in 13,859 U.S. patients with wet AMD, the average number of injections in the first year was approximately six, far below the labeled regimens for Lucentis (12/year) and EYLEA (7-8/year)[83](index=83&type=chunk) [ABC Platform and Pipeline](index=31&type=section&id=ABC%20Platform%20and%20Pipeline) The company's ABC Platform extends durability and bioavailability of retinal medicines, with KSI-501 as a dual inhibitor candidate - The ABC Platform is designed to extend the durability of soluble, injectable retinal medicines and fuel a pipeline of differentiated product candidates[144](index=144&type=chunk)[145](index=145&type=chunk) - KSI-501 is a dual inhibitor Trap-Antibody-Fusion (TAF) bioconjugate designed to target both inflammation (via anti-IL-6) and abnormal angiogenesis (via anti-VEGF)[147](index=147&type=chunk) - Preclinical studies indicate that the TAF protein of KSI-501 binds with high affinity to both VEGF and IL-6 simultaneously, suggesting it can inhibit both targets with high potency[153](index=153&type=chunk) [Competition, Manufacturing, and Commercialization](index=31&type=section&id=Competition%2C%20Manufacturing%2C%20and%20Commercialization) Kodiak faces intense competition from established therapies and relies on third-party CMOs for manufacturing, planning U.S. commercialization with partners for ex-U.S. markets - The company faces competition from established anti-VEGF drugs (Avastin, Lucentis, EYLEA) and new therapies in development, such as Novartis's brolucizumab and Allergan's abicipar[174](index=174&type=chunk)[176](index=176&type=chunk) - Kodiak relies on third-party contract manufacturers (CMOs), including Lonza AG, for the manufacture and supply of clinical materials for its product candidates[140](index=140&type=chunk)[143](index=143&type=chunk) - The company plans to commercialize approved products in the United States with its own focused, specialty sales force and explore collaborations for commercialization outside the U.S[57](index=57&type=chunk)[137](index=137&type=chunk) [Intellectual Property](index=50&type=section&id=Intellectual%20Property) The company protects its technology through patents, trade secrets, and know-how, with U.S. patents expected to expire between 2027 and 2035 Key Patent Portfolio for KSI-301 and ABC Platform | Patent/Application Series | Anticipated U.S. Expiration | Description of Representative Claims | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | US 8,846,021 Series | Feb 2027 | Conjugates | | US Appl. No. 15/368,376 Series | Apr 2031 | Conjugates | | US 8,765,432 Series | May 2030 | Copolymers and methods of making (ABC Platform) | | US Appl. No. 14/916,180 Series | Sep 2034 | Polymers and method of making polymers | | US Appl. No. 15/394500 Series | Dec 2036 | Antibody and antibody conjugate claims, methods of making and using | - As of December 31, 2018, the company was the assignee for approximately 3 U.S. issued patents, 10 U.S. pending applications, 14 foreign issued patents, and 51 pending foreign applications[263](index=263&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=53&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company faces substantial risks including limited operating history, significant net losses, dependence on KSI-301, manufacturing complexities, and IP challenges - The company is in the early clinical stage with a limited operating history, no products approved for sale, and has not generated any revenue, making it difficult to evaluate future success[276](index=276&type=chunk) - Kodiak has incurred significant net losses since inception, including **$41.4 million** for the year ended December 31, 2018, and anticipates continued losses for the foreseeable future[277](index=277&type=chunk) - The company's prospects are heavily dependent on its lead candidate, KSI-301. A failure of KSI-301 in clinical development could force the discontinuation of other product candidates based on the ABC Platform[291](index=291&type=chunk)[295](index=295&type=chunk) - The company relies on third-party CMOs for manufacturing, which is a complex process. Any production difficulties, quality issues, or failure to meet regulatory standards could delay or stop the supply of product candidates for clinical trials[330](index=330&type=chunk)[375](index=375&type=chunk) [Unresolved Staff Comments](index=92&type=section&id=Item%201B.%20Unresolved%20Staff%20Comments) The company reports no unresolved staff comments from the SEC - None[471](index=471&type=chunk) [Properties](index=92&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Properties) The company leases approximately 11,000 square feet of office, research, and lab space in Palo Alto, California, with a lease extending to October 2023 - The company leases approximately **11,000 square feet** of office, research, and lab space in Palo Alto, California, with the lease term extending to October 31, 2023[472](index=472&type=chunk) [Legal Proceedings](index=92&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is not a party to any material legal proceedings as of the report date - The company is not currently a party to any material legal proceedings[473](index=473&type=chunk) [Mine Safety Disclosures](index=92&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the company - None[474](index=474&type=chunk) PART II [Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholders Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities](index=93&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Market%20for%20Registrant%27s%20Common%20Equity%2C%20Related%20Stockholders%20Matters%20and%20Issuer%20Purchases%20of%20Equity%20Securities) The company's common stock began trading on Nasdaq in October 2018, raising $83.5 million net from its IPO, with no dividends paid or anticipated - The company's common stock has been listed on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "KOD" since October 4, 2018[476](index=476&type=chunk) - On October 9, 2018, the company closed its IPO, selling **9.0 million shares** at **$10.00 per share**. An additional **400,000 shares** were sold in November 2018 via the underwriters' over-allotment option[484](index=484&type=chunk) - Aggregate net proceeds from the IPO were **$83.5 million** after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions[486](index=486&type=chunk) - Upon the IPO closing, all outstanding convertible preferred shares converted into **12,385,154 shares** of common stock, and the 2017 and 2018 convertible notes converted into **2,637,292** and **4,295,677 shares** of common stock, respectively[482](index=482&type=chunk) [Selected Financial Data](index=95&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Selected%20Financial%20Data) The company reported increasing net losses, reaching $41.4 million in 2018, with $88.3 million in cash and $86.8 million in stockholders' equity post-IPO Selected Consolidated Financial Data (in thousands) | | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Statements of Operations Data:** | | | | | Research and development | $18,793 | $22,022 | $14,053 | | General and administrative | $7,581 | $3,499 | $3,098 | | Loss from operations | $(26,374) | $(25,521) | $(17,151) | | Net loss | $(41,443) | $(27,936) | $(17,132) | | **Balance Sheet Data (as of Dec 31):** | | | | | Cash and cash equivalents | $88,254 | $1,395 | $9,622 | | Total assets | $92,189 | $3,244 | $12,114 | | Accumulated deficit | $(110,766) | $(69,323) | $(41,387) | | Total stockholders' equity (deficit) | $86,833 | $(68,738) | $(41,083) | [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=96&type=section&id=Item%207.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Net loss increased to $41.4 million in 2018 due to higher G&A and debt-related expenses, while R&D decreased; $88.3 million cash post-IPO is sufficient for 12 months [Results of Operations](index=98&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) R&D expenses decreased by $3.2 million in 2018 due to fewer manufacturing runs, while G&A expenses rose by $4.1 million due to IPO-related costs and increased headcount Comparison of Operating Results (2018 vs. 2017, in thousands) | | Year Ended Dec 31, 2018 | Year Ended Dec 31, 2017 | Change ($) | Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Research and development** | $18,793 | $22,022 | $(3,229) | (15)% | | **General and administrative** | $7,581 | $3,499 | $4,082 | 117% | | **Loss from operations** | $(26,374) | $(25,521) | $(853) | 3% | | **Net loss** | $(41,443) | $(27,936) | $(13,507) | 48% | - The decrease in 2018 R&D expenses was primarily due to a **$5.8 million** decrease in external expenses for the KSI-301 program related to fewer manufacturing runs, partially offset by a **$3.5 million** increase in payroll and personnel expenses from increased headcount[513](index=513&type=chunk)[514](index=514&type=chunk)[515](index=515&type=chunk) - The increase in 2018 G&A expenses was mainly due to a **$2.2 million** increase in professional services for accounting, legal, and consulting related to the IPO and public company costs, and a **$1.8 million** increase in salaries[516](index=516&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=101&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company had $88.3 million in cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2018, following its IPO, which is deemed sufficient for at least the next 12 months of operations - As of December 31, 2018, the company had cash and cash equivalents of **$88.3 million**[502](index=502&type=chunk)[528](index=528&type=chunk) - The company believes its existing cash is sufficient to fund projected operations for at least the next 12 months[502](index=502&type=chunk)[529](index=529&type=chunk) Summary Statement of Cash Flows (in thousands) | | Year Ended Dec 31, 2018 | Year Ended Dec 31, 2017 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net cash used in operating activities** | $(29,031) | $(17,655) | | **Net cash used in investing activities** | $(581) | $(209) | | **Net cash provided by financing activities** | $116,471 | $9,637 | [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=106&type=section&id=Item%207A.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company's market risk primarily relates to interest rate sensitivity on its $88.3 million cash and equivalents, with a 100 basis point change deemed immaterial - The company's primary market risk is interest rate sensitivity on its **$88.3 million** in cash and cash equivalents. An immediate 100 basis point change in interest rates is not expected to have a material effect on their fair market value[566](index=566&type=chunk) [Financial Statements and Supplementary Data](index=107&type=section&id=Item%208.%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Supplementary%20Data) This section presents the company's audited consolidated financial statements for fiscal year 2018, including balance sheets, statements of operations, equity, cash flows, and notes [Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosures](index=133&type=section&id=Item%209.%20Changes%20in%20and%20Disagreements%20with%20Accountants%20on%20Accounting%20and%20Financial%20Disclosures) The company reports no changes in or disagreements with its accountants on accounting and financial disclosures - None[737](index=737&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=133&type=section&id=Item%209A.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of December 31, 2018, with no material changes to internal control over financial reporting - Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective at the reasonable assurance level as of December 31, 2018[739](index=739&type=chunk) - No material changes were made to the company's internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended December 31, 2018[740](index=740&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=133&type=section&id=Item%209B.%20Other%20Information) The company reports no other information for this item - None[742](index=742&type=chunk) PART III [Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance](index=134&type=section&id=Item%2010.%20Directors%2C%20Executive%20Officers%20and%20Corporate%20Governance) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the company's definitive 2019 Proxy Statement - Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the registrant's definitive Proxy Statement[745](index=745&type=chunk) [Executive Compensation](index=134&type=section&id=Item%2011.%20Executive%20Compensation) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the company's definitive 2019 Proxy Statement - Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the registrant's definitive Proxy Statement[746](index=746&type=chunk) [Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholders Matters](index=134&type=section&id=Item%2012.%20Security%20Ownership%20of%20Certain%20Beneficial%20Owners%20and%20Management%20and%20Related%20Stockholders%20Matters) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the company's definitive 2019 Proxy Statement - Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the registrant's definitive Proxy Statement[747](index=747&type=chunk) [Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence](index=134&type=section&id=Item%2013.%20Certain%20Relationships%20and%20Related%20Transactions%2C%20and%20Director%20Independence) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the company's definitive 2019 Proxy Statement - Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the registrant's definitive Proxy Statement[748](index=748&type=chunk) [Principal Accounting Fees and Services](index=134&type=section&id=Item%2014.%20Principal%20Accounting%20Fees%20and%20Services) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the company's definitive 2019 Proxy Statement - Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the registrant's definitive Proxy Statement[749](index=749&type=chunk) PART IV [Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules](index=135&type=section&id=Item%2015.%20Exhibits%2C%20Financial%20Statement%20Schedules) This section lists documents filed as part of the Form 10-K, including consolidated financial statements and various corporate exhibits [Form 10-K Summary](index=137&type=section&id=Item%2016.%20Form%2010-K%20Summary) The company indicates that no Form 10-K summary is provided - None[754](index=754&type=chunk)