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Lineage Cell Therapeutics(LCTX) - 2021 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-08-13 00:42
Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. (NYSE:LCTX) Q2 2021 Earnings Conference Call August 12, 2021 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Ioana Hone – Director of Investor Relations Brian Culley – Chief Executive Officer Kevin Cook – Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Kristen Kluska – Cantor Fitzgerald Joe Pantginis – H.C. Wainwright Dane Leone – RJF Operator Welcome to the Lineage Cell Therapeutics’ Second Quarter 2021 Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode. An audio ...
Lineage Cell Therapeutics(LCTX) - 2021 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2021-08-12 20:21
Clinical Programs - Lineage is developing three clinical-stage allogeneic cell therapy programs: OpRegen for advanced dry age-related macular degeneration, OPC1 for subacute spinal cord injuries, and VAC2 for non-small cell lung cancer[154]. - OpRegen is currently in a Phase 1/2a clinical trial, targeting a condition that accounts for approximately 85-90% of all AMD cases, which is a leading cause of blindness in individuals over 60[154]. - OPC1's clinical trial is partially funded by the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine, focusing on spinal cord injuries[154]. - VAC2 is in a Phase 1 clinical trial funded by Cancer Research UK, targeting non-small cell lung cancer[154]. Financial Performance - Total revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2021, increased by $126,000 (33%) to $512,000 compared to $386,000 in the same period of 2020[176]. - Collaboration revenues rose by $213,000 (100%) for the three months ended June 30, 2021, primarily due to the ITI collaborative agreement[176]. - Royalties from product sales and license fees increased by $129,000 (130%) for the three months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the prior year[176]. - Grant revenues decreased by $216,000 (75%) for the three months ended June 30, 2021, due to reduced grant-related activities[176]. - Total other income for the three months ended June 30, 2021, was $2,115,000, compared to a net expense of $128,000 in the same period of 2020[192]. - The company recorded a net unrealized gain on marketable equity securities of $590,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2021, compared to an unrealized loss of $4,146,000 in the same period of 2020[194]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2021, Lineage recorded a net cash used in operating activities of $12.8 million, reflecting a loss from operations of $14.1 million[214]. - Lineage had an accumulated deficit of $300.3 million as of June 30, 2021[210]. Expenses - Research and development expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2021, were $2,931,000, an increase of $126,000 (4%) from $2,805,000 in the same period of 2020[182]. - General and administrative expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2021, increased by $628,000 (16%) to $4,536,000 compared to $3,908,000 in the same period of 2020[182]. Cash and Liquidity - As of June 30, 2021, Lineage had $68.7 million in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable equity securities, providing sufficient liquidity for planned operations for at least twelve months[210]. - Cash provided by investing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was $10.0 million, primarily from sales of OncoCyte holdings[216]. - Cash provided by financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was $32.3 million, mainly from the sale of common shares[218]. Accounting and Revenue Recognition - The company recognizes revenue based on the transfer of control of products or services, following a five-step approach as per ASC 606[165]. - Revenue from government grants is recognized when related costs are incurred, as government entities do not meet the definition of a "customer" under ASC 606[166]. - Lineage assesses going concern uncertainty to ensure sufficient cash and working capital for at least one year from the issuance date of financial statements[164]. - The company has not reported significant changes to its critical accounting policies since its last annual report[157]. - Lineage's financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States, requiring management to make estimates and assumptions[156]. Taxation - Lineage recognized a deferred tax benefit of $169,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, primarily related to federal net operating losses[206]. - The deferred tax liability recorded in connection with the Asterias Merger amounted to $10.8 million, related to fair value adjustments for acquired assets[203]. - The company expects that deferred income tax expense or benefit will vary based on changes in the closing stock prices of OncoCyte shares[208]. - Lineage established a full valuation allowance for deferred tax assets as of December 31, 2018, due to uncertainty in realizing future tax benefits[205]. Market Impact - The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted patient enrollment in clinical trials, potentially causing delays in ongoing studies[211]. - The company expects fluctuations in other income and expenses to continue based on changes in the market price of OncoCyte shares, impacting net income or loss reported[197].
Lineage Cell Therapeutics(LCTX) - 2021 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-05-14 01:23
Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. (NYSE:LCTX) Q1 2021 Earnings Conference Call May 13, 2021 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Ioana Hone - Director of Investor Relations Brian Culley - Chief Executive Officer Conference Call Participants Kristen Kluska - Cantor Fitzgerald Joe Pantginis - H.C. Wainwright Robert LeBoyer - Noble Capital Keay Nakae - Chardan Operator Welcome to the Lineage Cell Therapeutics’ First Quarter 2021 Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. An audio webca ...
Lineage Cell Therapeutics(LCTX) - 2021 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2021-05-13 20:21
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, 2021 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 001-12830 Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) California 94-3127919 (Stat ...
Lineage Cell Therapeutics(LCTX) - 2020 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-03-12 01:27
Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. (NYSE:LCTX) Q4 2020 Earnings Conference Call March 11, 2021 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Ioana Hone – Director-Investor Relations Brian Culley – Chief Executive Officer Brandi Roberts – Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Joe Pantginis – H.C. Wainwright Jason McCarthy – Maxim Group Keay Nakae – Chardan Operator Ladies and gentlemen welcome to the Lineage Cell Therapeutics' Fourth Quarter and Year End 2020 Conference Call. At this time, all participants are ...
Lineage Cell Therapeutics(LCTX) - 2020 Q4 - Annual Report
2021-03-11 21:21
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, 2020 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 001-12830 Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) (State or other jurisdiction ...
Lineage Cell Therapeutics (LCTX) Investor Presentation - Slideshow
2021-01-20 21:12
The future of cell therapy. Corporate Overview January 6, 2021 Forward-Looking Statements This presentation is for informational purposes only and is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities of Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. ("Lineage"). This presentation includes certain information obtained from trade and statistical services, third-party publications, and other sources. Lineage has not independently verified such information and there can be no assurance as to its accurac ...
Lineage Cell Therapeutics(LCTX) - 2020 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-11-05 04:08
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for Q3 2020 were $600,000, consistent with the same period last year, with an increase of $200,000 in royalties offset by decreases in grant revenues and research product sales [64][65] - Total operating expenses decreased to approximately $7.2 million from $8.9 million in Q3 2019, with R&D expenses down to $3.6 million from $4.3 million [66][67] - Net loss attributable to Lineage for Q3 2020 was $7.8 million or $0.05 per share, compared to a net loss of $16.5 million or $0.11 per share in the same period in 2019 [73] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - R&D expenses for OpRegen decreased by $1.5 million due to reduced manufacturing activity, while VAC program expenses increased by $1.8 million due to a signature fee related to Cancer Research UK [66][67] - G&A expenses decreased to $3.6 million from $4.6 million, primarily due to reductions in compensation and merger-related expenses [69] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company estimates nearly 2 million people in the US suffer from advanced dry AMD, representing a substantial market opportunity for OpRegen, projected to be several billion dollars [17][18] - The VAC2 program is positioned to address non-small cell lung cancer, with potential market opportunities exceeding $1 billion [83] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to grow into a leading allogeneic cell therapy company, focusing on generating compelling clinical data and developing pre-commercial manufacturing capabilities [8][11] - Lineage is modernizing its manufacturing processes to enhance the commercial viability of its products and facilitate partnerships with larger corporations [56][81] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about upcoming milestones, including data releases for OpRegen and updates on the OPC1 program, which are expected to create significant shareholder value [11][60] - The company is well-capitalized with $38 million in cash and marketable securities, allowing it to fund operations into 2022 [74][75] Other Important Information - The company has not conducted traditional equity financing in over three years, relying instead on cost reductions and timely sales of marketable securities [80] - Lineage is exploring potential grant support from California's Proposition 14, which could provide non-dilutive capital for its programs [92] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide clarity on the OPC1 program and its manufacturing improvements? - Management plans to share specific data on manufacturing improvements in early December, highlighting advancements in scale and purity [93][94] Question: How does the recent AbbVie fast track for spinal cord injury impact Lineage? - Management views AbbVie's involvement as validation of the commercial opportunity in spinal cord injury, but emphasizes the unique advantages of their oligodendrocyte therapy [95][99] Question: Will there be updates on the OpRegen data and patient outcomes? - A comprehensive update on OpRegen data will be provided, focusing on patients that represent future customers for the therapy [108] Question: Are there plans to explore other cancer types for the VAC2 program? - Management is considering other tumor types for the VAC2 program, as the current focus on non-small cell lung cancer may not be the most effective application for their antigen [111]
Lineage Cell Therapeutics(LCTX) - 2020 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2020-11-04 21:15
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 September 30, 2020 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 001-12830 Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. 2173 Salk Avenue, Suite 200 Carlsbad, California 92008 (Address of principal e ...
Lineage Cell Therapeutics (LCTX) Investor Presentation - Slideshow
2020-09-17 18:30
The future of cell therapy. Corporate Overview Brian M. Culley, Chief Executive Officer September 14, 2020 Forward-Looking Statements This presentation is for informational purposes only and is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities of Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. ("Lineage"). This presentation includes certain information obtained from trade and statistical services, third-party publications, and other sources. Lineage has not independently verified such information and ...