Innate Pharma(IPHA) - 2024 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
Innate PharmaInnate Pharma(US:IPHA)2024-11-13 18:09

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a cash position of approximately €96.4 million as of the end of September, which is expected to fund operations through the end of 2025 [45] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The lead proprietary asset, lacutamab, is in development for T cell lymphoma, with Phase 2 data already presented [9] - The ANKET platform continues to progress, with the lead proprietary ANKET IPH65 now in Phase 1 trials [11] - The ADC targeting Nectin-4, IPH4502, has received IND clearance and is set to start Phase 1 trials by Q1 next year [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company anticipates a series of potential clinical data readouts and catalysts in the short to mid-term, leveraging its R&D engine [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to develop first and best-in-class antibody-based therapies for cancer, focusing on proprietary R&D efforts and partnerships [8] - The strategy includes advancing proprietary assets along the clinical development pathway to transform cancer care [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the potential of lacutamab, especially following positive FDA feedback regarding its regulatory pathway [49] - The company is actively seeking partnerships to support the confirmatory Phase 3 trial for lacutamab [55] Other Important Information - The company has eight clinical assets in total, with three proprietary and four partnered [45] - Monalizumab, partnered with AstraZeneca, is advancing well in Phase 3 trials for lung cancer [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide some color on lacutamab data to be presented at ASH? - Management indicated that they cannot provide details due to embargoes but confirmed that the FDA has given encouraging feedback regarding the regulatory pathway for lacutamab [48][49] Question: What is the timing for the next steps regarding the FDA alignment for the Phase 3 confirmatory trial? - Management stated that timing will depend on the business case and potential partnerships, with discussions ongoing [50][51] Question: Is finding a partner necessary for the confirmatory study? - Management confirmed that finding a partner is important for the confirmatory study, but they are also exploring other options [53][55] Question: Do you have an internal deadline for finding a partner? - Management indicated that discussions are ongoing and they expect to make progress in the coming months [60][63] Question: What are the options to extend the cash runway? - Management is monitoring financing needs and exploring both dilutive and non-dilutive options [64] Question: Can you provide guidance on the timing for updates from the IPH6501 program? - Management expects to complete dose escalation by 2025, with initial safety and efficacy data anticipated [78]