Core Viewpoint - Tempest Therapeutics, Inc. is focused on maximizing shareholder value through strategic alternatives while advancing its clinical pipeline, particularly the TPST-1495 Phase 2 trial in collaboration with the NCI [2][6]. Financial Results - As of September 30, 2025, Tempest reported cash and cash equivalents of $7.5 million, a decrease from $30.3 million on December 31, 2024, primarily due to cash used in operating activities [6][9]. - The net loss for the third quarter of 2025 was $3.5 million, or $0.79 per share, compared to a net loss of $10.6 million, or $5.32 per share, for the same period in 2024 [6][12]. - Research and development expenses for the quarter were $0.6 million, significantly lower than $7.6 million in the same quarter of 2024, reflecting a strategic re-prioritization [6][12]. - General and administrative expenses remained stable at $3.0 million for the quarter, consistent with the same period in 2024 [6][12]. - For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, the net loss was $22.2 million, or $5.71 per share, compared to $28.0 million, or $15.48 per share, for the same period in 2024 [6][12]. Company Overview - Tempest Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Brisbane, California, focusing on developing small molecule product candidates with tumor-targeted and immune-mediated mechanisms to treat various cancers [4].

Group 1 - Tarsadia Capital, holding a 3.4% economic interest in Sunstone Hotel Investors, has urged the board to initiate a dual process for either selling the entire company or liquidating its assets to maximize shareholder value [1] - The letter emphasizes that Sunstone's current position as a subscale lodging REIT is unsustainable and calls for immediate changes in the board to explore strategic alternatives [1] - Tarsadia Capital has expressed frustration over the board's inaction regarding the company's persistent undervaluation in public markets and is prepared to advocate for change among fellow shareholders if necessary [1]