MoonLake Immunotherapeutics (MLTX) Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead the MoonLake Class Action Lawsuit -- RGRD LLP

Core Viewpoint - The MoonLake class action lawsuit alleges that MoonLake Immunotherapeutics and its executives violated the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, impacting investors who purchased its common stock [1][3]. Company Overview - MoonLake Immunotherapeutics is a clinical stage biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for inflammatory skin and joint diseases [3]. - The company's primary drug candidate is sonelokimab (SLK), aimed at treating hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) [3]. Allegations - The lawsuit claims that during the class period, MoonLake made false or misleading statements regarding SLK's efficacy compared to Union Chimique Belge's BIMZELX, an FDA-approved monoclonal antibody for HS [4]. - Specific allegations include that SLK and BIMZELX target the same inflammatory cytokines (IL-17A and IL-17F), and that SLK's unique Nanobody structure does not provide superior clinical benefits or efficacy [4]. Stock Performance Impact - Following the announcement of disappointing Phase 3 VELA program results on September 28, 2025, which indicated SLK's failure to demonstrate competitive efficacy against BIMZELX, MoonLake's stock price plummeted nearly 90% [5]. Legal Process - The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 allows any investor who purchased MoonLake common stock during the class period to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit [6]. - The lead plaintiff represents the interests of all class members and can select a law firm for litigation [6]. Law Firm Background - Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is a leading law firm specializing in securities fraud and shareholder litigation, having secured over $2.5 billion for investors in 2024 alone [7]. - The firm has a strong track record in obtaining significant recoveries in securities class action cases, including the largest recovery in history at $7.2 billion in the Enron case [7].