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Avalo Therapeutics(AVTX) - 2024 Q4 - Annual Results
AVTXAvalo Therapeutics(AVTX)2025-03-20 11:02

Financial Performance - Avalo Therapeutics reported a net loss of 35.1millionfor2024,anincreaseof11.435.1 million for 2024, an increase of 11.4% from the net loss of 31.5 million in 2023[8]. - Basic net loss per share was 7.94for2024,comparedto7.94 for 2024, compared to 113.58 for 2023, reflecting a significant increase in the number of shares outstanding[8]. Cash Position - Cash and cash equivalents were approximately 134.5millionasofDecember31,2024,supportedby134.5 million as of December 31, 2024, supported by 185 million in gross proceeds from a private placement in 2024[8]. - Total assets increased to 150.7millionasofDecember31,2024,comparedto150.7 million as of December 31, 2024, compared to 21.0 million in 2023[9]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses increased to 24.4millionin2024,up7824.4 million in 2024, up 78% from 13.7 million in 2023, primarily due to costs associated with the Phase 2 LOTUS trial[8]. - The Phase 2 LOTUS trial for AVTX-009 is expected to enroll approximately 180 adults, with topline data anticipated in 2026[5]. - The company plans to explore additional indications for AVTX-009 beyond hidradenitis suppurativa[5]. Administrative Expenses - General and administrative expenses rose to 17.2millionin2024,anincreaseof6717.2 million in 2024, an increase of 67% from 10.3 million in 2023, driven by higher employee compensation and professional fees[8]. Strategic Appointments and Focus - The company appointed Jennifer Riley as Chief Strategy Officer, effective January 1, 2025, to guide strategy and pipeline planning[5]. - Avalo's primary focus for 2025 is executing the LOTUS trial and releasing data in 2026[2].