BOSTON, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- X4 Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: XFOR), a company driven to improve the lives of people with rare diseases of the immune system, today announced that it will report financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 and provide corporate updates on Thursday, May 1, 2025. The company will host a conference call and webcast on the same day at 8:30 a.m. EDT. The conference call can be accessed by dialing 1-800-343-4849 from the United States or 1-203-518-9848 int ...

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X4 Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:XFOR) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call March 25, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Daniel Ferry - IR, LifeSci Advisors Paula Ragan - CEO Adam Mostafa - CFO Christophe Arbet-Engels - Chief Medical Officer Mark Baldry - CCO Conference Call Participants Stephen Willey - Stifel Ed Tenthoff - Piper Sandler Ayan Hussein - Cantor Fitzgerald Doug MacPherson - H.C. Wainwright David Bautz - Zacks Small-Cap Research Operator Greetings, and welcome to the X4 Pharmaceuticals Fourth Qu ...

Financial Performance - X4 Pharmaceuticals reported net revenues of $2.6 million for XOLREMDI® since its launch in May 2024, with expectations for increased sales in 2025 [3]. - X4 reported a net loss of $37.5 million for the full year 2024, compared to a net loss of $101.2 million in 2023 [20]. - Product revenue for Q4 2024 was $1.434 million, compared to $0 in Q4 2023, indicating a significant increase [28]. - The net loss for Q4 2024 was $39.821 million, compared to a net loss of $19.130 million in Q4 2023, representing a 108.5% increase in losses [28]. Expenses - Research and Development (R&D) expenses for the full year 2024 were $81.6 million, up from $72.0 million in 2023 [15]. - Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses for the full year 2024 were $61.5 million, compared to $35.5 million in 2023 [15]. - Research and development expenses for Q4 2024 were $21.702 million, up from $15.272 million in Q4 2023, reflecting a 42.5% increase [28]. - Selling, general and administrative expenses rose to $15.145 million in Q4 2024 from $9.927 million in Q4 2023, a 52.5% increase [28]. - A strategic restructuring announced in February 2025 is expected to reduce spending by $30-35 million annually [12]. Cash and Assets - X4 had a cash position of $102.8 million as of December 31, 2024, and expects sufficient funds to support operations into the first half of 2026 [15]. - Total current assets decreased to $112.175 million as of December 31, 2024, down from $122.076 million as of December 31, 2023 [30]. - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $55.699 million from $99.216 million year-over-year, a decline of 43.8% [30]. - The company reported a total stockholders' equity of $22.149 million as of December 31, 2024, down from $51.099 million a year earlier, a decrease of 56.7% [30]. - Total liabilities increased to $124.298 million as of December 31, 2024, compared to $96.159 million as of December 31, 2023, marking a 29.3% increase [30]. Clinical Trials and Regulatory Challenges - The company anticipates full enrollment in the Phase 3 4WARD trial for chronic neutropenia by Q3 or Q4 2025, with top-line data expected in the second half of 2026 [1]. - The 4WARD trial is now activated at approximately 90% of targeted sites worldwide [14]. - The ongoing Phase 3 clinical trial for mavorixafor may face delays or unsatisfactory outcomes, impacting future commercialization efforts [25]. - X4 Pharmaceuticals anticipates potential challenges in obtaining and maintaining regulatory approvals for mavorixafor, which could affect its market strategy [25]. Licensing and Partnerships - X4 entered into a licensing agreement with Norgine Pharma UK, receiving €28.5 million upfront and potential milestone payments of up to €226 million [6]. - The company recognized a gain of $105 million from the sale of a priority review voucher (PRV) in 2024 [20].

Core Insights - X4 Pharmaceuticals has activated approximately 90% of targeted sites for its Phase 3 4WARD trial in chronic neutropenia, with full enrollment expected in Q3 or Q4 2025 and top-line data anticipated in the second half of 2026 [1][8] - The company reported net revenues of $2.6 million for XOLREMDI® since its launch in May 2024, with expectations for increased sales in 2025 as physician outreach improves [1][3] - A strategic restructuring was announced in February 2025 to focus on mavorixafor in chronic neutropenia, aiming to reduce annual spending by $30-35 million [9][12] Company Developments - X4 Pharmaceuticals launched XOLREMDI® (mavorixafor) in May 2024 after receiving FDA approval for treating WHIM syndrome, marking a significant milestone for the company [2][3] - The company has entered into commercialization partnerships in the EU, Australia, New Zealand, and MENA regions to expand its reach for mavorixafor [2][4][5] - The Phase 2 trial of mavorixafor showed positive results, leading to the ongoing Phase 3 4WARD trial, which aims to enroll 150 participants with chronic neutropenia [11][18] Financial Performance - For the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024, X4 reported net product revenue of $1.4 million and $2.6 million, respectively, with a net loss of $39.8 million for Q4 and $37.5 million for the full year [17][23] - The company had a cash position of $102.8 million as of December 31, 2024, which is expected to support operations into the first half of 2026 [10][12] - X4 recognized a gain of $105 million from the sale of a priority review voucher in 2024, contributing to its financial results [17][23]

Core Insights - X4 Pharmaceuticals will report its financial results for Q4 and the full year ended December 31, 2024, on March 25, 2025 [1] - A conference call and webcast will be held on the same day at 8:30 a.m. ET for investors [2] - The company focuses on developing therapies for rare immune system diseases, with its lead product mavorixafor currently marketed in the U.S. as XOLREMDI [3] Company Overview - X4 Pharmaceuticals is dedicated to improving the lives of patients with rare immune system diseases and significant unmet medical needs [3] - The company has developed mavorixafor, an orally available CXCR4 antagonist, and is exploring additional indications for this drug [3] - X4 is conducting a global pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial (4WARD) for mavorixafor in patients with chronic neutropenic disorders [3]

Core Points - X4 Pharmaceuticals and taiba rare have entered into an exclusive agreement for the distribution and commercialization of XOLREMDI (mavorixafor) in select Middle Eastern countries [1][3] - XOLREMDI is an oral treatment approved by the FDA for WHIM syndrome, a rare primary immunodeficiency, aimed at increasing circulating mature neutrophils and lymphocytes [2][12] - The agreement allows taiba to lead the distribution and marketing efforts in the region, with local regulatory filings based on X4's FDA registration dossier [3] Company Overview - X4 Pharmaceuticals focuses on developing innovative therapies for rare diseases of the immune system, with mavorixafor being its first marketed product [13] - Taiba Healthcare specializes in marketing, sales, and distribution of orphan and rare disease treatments in the MENA region, established in 1980 [14] Product Information - XOLREMDI is the first and only treatment approved for WHIM syndrome, which is characterized by low blood levels of neutrophils and lymphocytes, leading to serious infections [11][12] - The drug has received Orphan Drug Designation in both the U.S. and the European Union, indicating its significance in addressing unmet medical needs [3]

Core Insights - X4 Pharmaceuticals is restructuring its workforce and capital spending to focus on advancing mavorixafor for chronic neutropenia and optimizing the promotion of XOLREMDI for WHIM syndrome [1][2] - The company expects to reduce annual spending by $30-35 million, extending its cash runway into the first half of 2026 [2][5] - Workforce reductions will involve a decrease of 43 employees, approximately 30% of the total workforce, and the discontinuation of research efforts in Vienna, Austria [5] Company Overview - X4 Pharmaceuticals develops therapies for rare immune system diseases, with mavorixafor being a key product marketed in the U.S. as XOLREMDI [3] - The company is conducting a global pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial (4WARD) for mavorixafor in chronic neutropenic disorders [3] Strategic Focus - The restructuring aims to enhance operational and capital efficiency while maximizing the global market opportunity for mavorixafor [2] - The company plans to streamline spending to support ongoing clinical development for chronic neutropenia [5]

Company Updates - X4 Pharmaceuticals announced that its Marketing Authorization Application (MAA) for mavorixafor, a treatment for WHIM syndrome, has been validated for review by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) [1] - Mavorixafor received U S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval in April 2024 as XOLREMDI, an oral, once-daily treatment for patients aged 12 and older with WHIM syndrome [1] - The company expects a decision on the MAA in the first half of 2026 [1] - X4 Pharmaceuticals has an exclusive licensing and supply agreement with Norgine to commercialize mavorixafor in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand [3] Clinical Trial Results - The global, pivotal 4WHIM Phase 3 trial met its primary endpoint and a key secondary endpoint, with no treatment-related serious adverse events reported and no discontinuations for safety events [2] - Once-daily oral mavorixafor resulted in reductions in the rate, severity, and duration of infections in participants with WHIM syndrome [2] Market Opportunity - If approved by the EMA, mavorixafor would be the first drug indicated for patients with WHIM syndrome in Europe, where the population is estimated to be approximately 1,000 people [3] - In the U S, at least 1,000 people are currently diagnosed with WHIM syndrome, with another 1,000 estimated in Europe [11] Product Information - Mavorixafor is a small-molecule antagonist of the CXCR4 receptor, developed as a once-daily oral therapy for rare primary immunodeficiencies, including WHIM syndrome [2] - XOLREMDI (mavorixafor) is a selective CXCR4 receptor antagonist approved in the U S for increasing the number of circulating mature neutrophils and lymphocytes in patients with WHIM syndrome [12] Company Background - X4 Pharmaceuticals focuses on developing and commercializing innovative therapies for rare diseases of the immune system, leveraging expertise in CXCR4 and immune system biology [13] - The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and operates a research center of excellence in Vienna, Austria [13]

Licensing and Financial Terms - X4 Pharmaceuticals will receive an upfront payment of €28.5 million and up to €226 million in potential regulatory and commercial milestone payments, in addition to tiered, double-digit royalties up to the mid-twenties [1] - The upfront non-dilutive funds will strengthen X4's balance sheet as enrollment ramps up in the company's global Phase 3 clinical trial in chronic neutropenia [1] - X4 and Norgine will collaborate closely on regulatory filings, with X4 continuing to be responsible for the ongoing global, pivotal Phase 3 4WARD clinical trial evaluating mavorixafor in chronic neutropenia [7] Strategic Partnership and Market Expansion - Norgine will commercialize mavorixafor in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand following regulatory approvals [1] - The agreement underscores Norgine's commitment to bring transformative therapies to patients in need in these key strategic territories [1] - Norgine will be responsible for all market access and commercialization activities and will eventually hold all marketing authorizations in the licensed territories [7] Product Development and Regulatory Progress - Mavorixafor is a selective CXCR4 receptor antagonist approved in the U.S. and marketed by X4 as XOLREMDI®, an oral, once-daily treatment for patients 12 years of age and older with WHIM syndrome [4] - X4 expects to announce shortly the submission of a Marketing Authorization Application (MAA) to the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for mavorixafor in the treatment of WHIM syndrome [4] - X4 is also developing mavorixafor to treat chronic neutropenia (CN) and is currently conducting a global, pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial in certain CN disorders [4] Company Profiles - X4 Pharmaceuticals is focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapies for rare diseases of the immune system, leveraging expertise in CXCR4 and immune system biology [2] - Norgine is a specialty pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare company with more than €500 million of annual revenues and a 120-year track record of bringing life-changing products to patients and consumers across Western Europe, Australia, and New Zealand [5] Executive Commentary - Paula Ragan, Ph.D., President and CEO of X4 Pharmaceuticals, highlighted the strategic agreement as a significant milestone for maximizing the global potential of mavorixafor and funding the ongoing Phase 3 trial in chronic neutropenia [7] - Janneke van der Kamp, CEO of Norgine, emphasized the partnership's role in expanding access to mavorixafor for patients in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, and Norgine's position as a partner of choice in these regions [7]