Core Insights - Alumis Inc. is advancing its pipeline with key milestones expected in early 2026, including topline Phase 3 ONWARD data for envudeucitinib in moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis and Phase 2b LUMUS data in systemic lupus erythematosus [2][4] Financial Results - For the quarter ended September 30, 2025, Alumis reported total revenue of $2.1 million, primarily from collaboration revenue, compared to no revenue in the same quarter of 2024 [10][12] - Research and development expenses increased to $97.8 million from $87.8 million year-over-year, driven by higher clinical trial costs and severance expenses related to the merger with ACELYRIN [10][12] - General and administrative expenses rose to $19.5 million from $10.6 million year-over-year, attributed to severance costs and increased personnel-related expenses [10][12] - The net loss for the quarter was $110.8 million, compared to a net loss of $93.1 million in the same quarter of 2024 [10][12] Cash Position - As of September 30, 2025, Alumis had cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities totaling $377.7 million, which is expected to support its pipeline advancement through 2027 [7][10] Pipeline Developments - Envudeucitinib is a next-generation oral TYK2 inhibitor showing promise in treating immune-mediated diseases, with positive results from Phase 2 trials published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology [5][8] - A-005, another TYK2 inhibitor, is set to enter a Phase 2 clinical trial for multiple sclerosis in the first half of 2026 [5][4] - Lonigutamab, an anti-IGF-1R therapy for thyroid eye disease, is also progressing with positive early results [5][4]

Summary of Alumis Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Alumis (NasdaqGS:ALMS) - **Focus**: Development of TYK2 inhibitors for autoimmune diseases, specifically psoriasis and lupus [2][4] Key Points Product Pipeline - **Envudeucitinib**: - Phase 3 trial for psoriasis nearing completion, with data readout expected in Q1 2026 [4] - Phase 2b trial for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) planned for Q3 2026 [4] - **Second TYK2 Inhibitor**: - A brain-penetrant TYK2 inhibitor entering Phase 2 for multiple sclerosis (MS) in H1 2026 [3] - **Lonigutamab**: - Acquired through merger with Acelyrin, currently in Phase 2 [3] Market Opportunity - **Psoriasis**: - Significant unmet need for high-efficacy oral drugs; over 75% of patients prefer oral medications over injectables [5][6] - Current leading drugs are Otesla and methotrexate, indicating a gap for better-tolerated options [6] - **Lupus**: - No approved oral therapies currently available; potential for Envudeucitinib to fill this gap [14] - Anifrolumab, a competitor, is projected to reach $1 billion in sales, highlighting market potential [14] Clinical Data and Efficacy - **Psoriasis Data**: - Phase 2 results show PASI 75 efficacy between 80-90%, PASI 90 between 60-70%, and PASI 100 between 35-45% [11] - Strong impact on itch reduction, with over 70% of patients experiencing significant improvement [12] - **Safety Profile**: - Data from over 2,000 patients shows no significant safety signals, critical for market acceptance [7] Competitive Landscape - **TYK2 Inhibitors**: - Conviction that TYK2 can be effective across various immune indications based on early data [4][20] - Comparison with other TYK2 inhibitors indicates a more favorable PK/PD profile for Envudeucitinib [21][23] - **Market Positioning**: - Emphasis on the simplicity of oral administration as a competitive advantage [9][30] Strategic Considerations - **Partnership Strategy**: - Plans to partner Envudeucitinib to maximize asset value, with flexibility to wait for additional data before finalizing partnerships [32][33] - **Cash Position**: - Over $480 million in cash, providing runway into 2027 to support ongoing trials [37] Future Outlook - **2026 Expectations**: - Anticipation of multiple transformational events, including data readouts for psoriasis and lupus [4][18] - **Long-term Vision**: - Continued development of A-005 and Lonigutamab as part of Alumis's future pipeline [34] Additional Insights - **Genomic Data**: - Strong correlation between TYK2 inhibition and autoimmune disease prevention, suggesting a robust scientific foundation for the drug's efficacy [10][20] - **Enrollment Success**: - Rapid enrollment in lupus trials, indicating strong investigator interest and confidence in the drug's profile [30][31]

Summary of Alumis Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Alumis - **Lead Asset**: Envutuzitinib, a TYK2 inhibitor - **Age**: Approximately 4.5 years old, approaching 5 years Key Points and Arguments Product Development and Pipeline - **Envutuzitinib** is the lead molecule targeting autoimmune diseases, particularly psoriasis and lupus [2][3] - The company has three clinical assets, all beyond phase one, with the lead indication being psoriasis [3] - **Psoriasis Program**: Expected data readout in early Q1 next year, with confidence in competitive positioning based on preclinical and phase two data [3][4] - **Lupus Program**: Phase 2b trial designed as a pivotal trial, with data expected in Q3 next year [4] Competitive Landscape - Anticipation of multiple readouts in the TYK2 space from competitors next year [6] - The company plans to partner Envutuzitinib, which could influence overall business strategy [6] Clinical Trial Insights - **Phase Two Data**: Envutuzitinib showed a clear dose response, with the ability to dose-increase without reduction, distinguishing it from competitors [9][10] - **Enrollment Success**: Rapid enrollment attributed to the simplicity and safety of the drug, leading to over-enrollment in trials [12][13] - **Demographics**: Phase two primarily involved U.S. and Canadian patients, with expectations for more diverse demographics in phase three [15][16] Market Expectations - Aiming for PASI 90 response rates between 60-70% in phase three, which would position the product competitively [23][24] - Potential NDA filing could occur next year, pending data collection on durability and maintenance [25] Lupus Opportunity - The LUMA study involves over 400 patients, with data expected in Q3 next year [29] - The primary endpoint is BICLA, with secondary endpoints including SRI-4 [31] Future Indications - If lupus trial is successful, it may open opportunities in other interferon-driven diseases [35] - Interest in exploring indications for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) based on competitor trials [35] Other Assets - **A-005**: A brain-penetrant molecule, with phase one completed and plans to start phase two in MS in the first half of next year [36][37] - **Lonigutamab**: Under evaluation for potential development, with ongoing assessments of competitive landscape [40] Financial Health - The company reported a strong balance sheet with over $480 million at the end of Q2, providing a cash runway into 2027 [41]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company ended the second quarter with $486 million in cash and cash equivalents, providing a runway into 2027 [53] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is focused on Tyk2 inhibitors, with two lead molecules in development: a Phase 3 readout in psoriasis expected in early Q1 next year and a Phase 2b readout in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) anticipated in Q3 next year [4][5] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company aims to position its oral Tyk2 inhibitors as a first-line treatment for lupus, targeting patients who currently receive methotrexate or steroids [34] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is preparing for commercialization but is considering partnerships for global commercialization due to the potential of the molecule [17] - The strategy includes a robust trial design for lupus, potentially allowing the Phase 2b trial to serve as a pivotal trial, which could streamline the path to registration [27][29] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes that the Tyk2 target has significant potential, despite previous disappointments with other molecules in the space, emphasizing the need for maximum target inhibition to achieve efficacy [54][55] - The unmet need in lupus is significant, and the company is optimistic about the potential of its oral therapies to provide safe and effective treatment options [20][26] Other Important Information - The company has a research organization in place to support its pipeline development, including the recently acquired lonigutamab, which is being evaluated for its safety profile [48] - The company is also exploring the potential of its Tyk2 inhibitors in other interferon-driven diseases, which could expand its market opportunities [36] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the next steps for commercialization? - The company is preparing for commercialization but is unlikely to do so independently on a global scale, considering partnerships based on the data from psoriasis and lupus trials [17] Question: What are the expectations for the lupus trial? - Management believes that achieving a placebo-adjusted benefit of 8% to 15% would position the oral therapy favorably in the market [25] Question: How does the company view the competitive landscape? - The company believes its oral Tyk2 inhibitor has advantages in safety and convenience compared to other therapies, which could make it competitive in the market [16] Question: What is the market opportunity for Tyk2 in lupus? - The company sees the Tyk2 inhibitor as likely being used as a first-line treatment due to its favorable safety profile and ease of administration [34] Question: How does the company plan to address the challenges in lupus trials? - The company has implemented measures to ensure that only patients with active disease are enrolled and has controlled for co-medications to minimize placebo effects [22][24] Question: What is the funding strategy moving forward? - The company aims to maintain sufficient cash reserves to support strategic decisions based on the outcomes of the psoriasis and lupus trials [52]

Financial Status and Pipeline - Alumis had $486.3 million in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities as of June 30, 2025, expected to fund operations into 2027[12] - The company has a portfolio of three clinical molecules against validated targets, including Envudeucitinib, A-005, and Lonigutamab, plus multiple pipeline assets in late-stage research[12] Envudeucitinib (TYK2 Inhibitor) - Phase 3 topline data for Envudeucitinib in Psoriasis is expected in early Q1 2026, and Phase 2b topline data for SLE is expected in Q3 2026[12] - Envudeucitinib targets a market opportunity greater than $4 billion in SLE[27, 75] - In a Phase 2 trial, Envudeucitinib demonstrated high statistical significance at Week 12 (PASI 75: p < 0001)[45] - Approximately 75% of psoriasis patients prefer an oral therapy[25, 33, 40] A-005 (CNS Penetrant TYK2 Inhibitor) - A-005 is a first-in-class brain-penetrant TYK2 inhibitor for neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration, with Phase 2 initiation in MS expected in 1H 2026[14, 16] - A-005 demonstrated full CNS penetration in Phase 1, with doses established to provide high peripheral and CSF exposure[29, 86] Lonigutamab (Anti-IGF-1R Therapy) - Lonigutamab is an anti-IGF-1R therapy with a unique MOA for Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), with development program evaluation ongoing[12, 16] Market Opportunities - Near-term results could unlock interferon and IL-23 pathway-driven diseases with global market opportunities greater than $150 billion[15] - Approximately 16 million people worldwide have moderate-to-severe psoriasis, representing a global market of over $25 billion[40] Kaken Collaboration - Alumis is receiving $40 million near-term for Japan, which is less than 5% of the worldwide psoriasis market (estimated at $600 million in 2024), highlighting significant opportunity for Alumis in ROW[72]

Pipeline and Milestones - Alumis expects topline data from Phase 3 ONWARD trials for envudeucitinib in moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in early 1Q 2026[11] - Alumis anticipates topline data from Phase 2b LUMUS trial in systemic lupus erythematosus in 3Q 2026[11] - Alumis plans to initiate a Phase 2 clinical trial for A-005 in multiple sclerosis in 1H 2026[11] - Alumis is evaluating the development program for lonigutamab in thyroid eye disease[12] - Alumis expects Phase 1 data for its next program in 2026[12] Financial Position - Alumis had $486.3 million in cash as of June 30, 2025, providing runway into 2027[11] Envudeucitinib (TYK2 Inhibitor) - Envudeucitinib demonstrated a 15-20% increase in clinical response (PASI) with maximal target inhibition[23] - In the STRIDE trial, Envudeucitinib 40 mg BID showed a 64.1% PASI-75 response at Week 12[39] - Approximately 92% of diagnosed psoriasis patients are not treated with a biologic therapy, representing a market opportunity for Envudeucitinib[35] - Alumis is receiving $40 million near-term for Japan, <5% of Worldwide Psoriasis Market (estimated at $600M in 2024)[69] A-005 (CNS-Penetrant TYK2 Inhibitor) - A-005 achieves a CSF:Plasma (free drug) ratio of approximately 1:1, indicating full CNS penetration[75]