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Jun 30, 2024
Equillium Q2 2024 Earnings Report
Equillium's financial performance for Q2 2024 was reported, featuring revenue growth and a strengthened cash position.
Key Takeaways
Equillium reported a net income of $0.5 million for the second quarter of 2024, a significant improvement compared to the net loss of $3.3 million in the same period of 2023. Revenue increased to $13.9 million, driven by itolizumab development funding and amortization of the upfront payment. The company's cash balance increased to $33.3 million.
Revenue for Q2 2024 was $13.9 million, up from $9.1 million in Q2 2023.
Net income for Q2 2024 was $0.5 million, compared to a net loss of $3.3 million in Q2 2023.
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments totaled $33.3 million as of June 30, 2024.
Ono Pharmaceutical has an option to acquire Equillium’s rights to itolizumab, with a decision expected by the end of October 2024.
Forward Guidance
Equillium anticipates several milestones, including Ono's option exercise decision, EQ101's transition to subcutaneous delivery and Phase 2 dose optimization study, and EQ302's Phase 1 study initiation.
Positive Outlook
- Potential for Ono to exercise its option to acquire Equillium’s rights to itolizumab, resulting in a $35.0 million payment.
- Advancement of EQ101 with transition to subcutaneous delivery and initiation of Phase 2 dose optimization study in alopecia areata.
- Advancement of EQ302 with plans to initiate Phase 1 clinical development in the second half of next year.
- Positive interim review of the Phase 3 EQUATOR study.
- Positive topline data from Phase 2 study of EQ101 in subjects with alopecia areata.
Challenges Ahead
- Uncertainty regarding Ono’s decision to exercise its option.
- Potential delays in clinical trial timelines.
- Risks associated with transitioning EQ101 to subcutaneous delivery.
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