TARS
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC
NASDAQ
8-K: Tarsus Pharmaceuticals Announces $100 Million Public Offering of Common Stock and Pre-Funded Warrants
Sentiment:
Capital Raise Announcement
1 March 2024 5:26 PM
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals has announced a $100 million public offering of common stock and pre-funded warrants, with an option for underwriters to purchase additional shares.
Capital raise
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals is conducting a public offering of 2,812,500 shares of common stock at $32.00 per share.
The company is also offering pre-funded warrants to purchase 312,500 shares at $31.9999 per warrant.
The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase an additional 468,750 shares.
The gross proceeds from the offering are expected to be approximately $100 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and other estimated offering expenses.
The net proceeds to the Company from the Offering are expected to be approximately $93.7 million, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated Offering expenses payable by the Company, assuming no exercise by the Underwriters of their option to purchase additional shares of common stock.
Summary
- Tarsus Pharmaceuticals has initiated a public offering to sell 2,812,500 shares of common stock at $32.00 per share.
- The company is also offering pre-funded warrants to purchase 312,500 shares at $31.9999 per warrant.
- The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase an additional 468,750 shares of common stock.
- The offering is expected to generate gross proceeds of approximately $100 million, before deducting expenses.
- Net proceeds are estimated to be approximately $93.7 million, after deducting underwriting discounts, commissions, and offering expenses, assuming no exercise of the underwriter's option.
- The offering is expected to close on March 5, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.
Sentiment
Score: 7
Explanation: The sentiment is moderately positive. The company is successfully raising capital, which is a positive sign. However, there are inherent risks and costs associated with the offering, which temper the overall sentiment.
Positives
- The company is successfully raising a significant amount of capital through this offering.
- The offering includes an option for underwriters to purchase additional shares, which could increase the total capital raised.
- The offering is expected to close quickly, on March 5, 2024.
Negatives
- The company will incur underwriting discounts, commissions, and other offering expenses, reducing the net proceeds.
- The offering is subject to market conditions and customary closing conditions, which could affect the final outcome.
Risks
- The offering is subject to market conditions, which could impact the success of the offering.
- There is no guarantee that the underwriters will exercise their option to purchase additional shares.
- The company's ability to satisfy closing conditions could delay or prevent the offering from closing.
- The company's future performance could be affected by various factors detailed in their SEC filings.
Future Outlook
The company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering as specified in the Registration Statement, the General Disclosure Package and the Prospectus under Use of Proceeds. The company will use its reasonable best efforts to effect and maintain the listing of the Common Stock (including the Shares and the Warrant Shares) on the Nasdaq Global Select Market or Nasdaq Global Market.
Industry Context
This offering is a common method for biotechnology companies to raise capital to fund research and development, clinical trials, and commercialization efforts. The company is focused on eye care and other therapeutic areas, which are areas of significant investment and innovation in the pharmaceutical industry.
Comparison to Industry Standards
- The offering size of $100 million is within the typical range for a public offering by a clinical-stage biotechnology company.
- The use of pre-funded warrants is a less common but not unusual structure, often used to accommodate specific investor needs or limitations.
- The 30-day underwriter option is a standard feature in public offerings, providing flexibility for the underwriters to manage demand.
- Comparable companies such as Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. and Kala Pharmaceuticals, Inc. have also conducted public offerings to fund their operations and clinical programs.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders will experience dilution due to the issuance of new shares.
- The company will have additional capital to fund its operations and development programs.
- The offering could increase the company's visibility and credibility in the market.
- The offering could impact the share price of the company.
Next Steps
- The company will proceed with the closing of the offering, expected on March 5, 2024.
- The company will use the net proceeds for its stated purposes.
- The company will work to maintain the listing of its common stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market.
Key Dates
- February 29, 2024: The date of the Underwriting Agreement, the filing of the Registration Statement, and the pricing of the public offering.
- March 5, 2024: The expected closing date of the public offering.
Keywords
public offering, common stock, pre-funded warrants, underwriting, capital raise, Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, securities, equity financing
TARS
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC
NASDAQ
Sector: TBD
Filings with Classifications
Better than expected
1 May 2025 8:07 PM
Earnings Release
- XDEMVY sales significantly exceeded expectations, demonstrating strong market adoption.
- The company's net loss decreased compared to the same period last year, indicating improved financial performance.
Better than expected
1 May 2025 4:10 PM
Quarterly Report (10-Q)
- Revenue was significantly higher than the same quarter last year.
- The company has a strong cash position.
- The company is making progress on its clinical pipeline.
Delay expected
1 May 2025 4:10 PM
Quarterly Report (10-Q)
- The Carpo trial, evaluating TP-05, experienced patient enrollment delays.
Capital raise
18 March 2025 4:01 PM
Current Report
- Tarsus Pharmaceuticals completed a public offering of 2,808,988 shares of common stock at $44.50 per share.
- The underwriters exercised their option to purchase an additional 421,348 shares at $41.83 per share.
- The company received net proceeds of approximately $134.8 million from the offering.
Capital raise
13 March 2025 4:40 PM
Capital Raising Announcement
- Tarsus Pharmaceuticals is raising capital through a public offering of common stock.
- The company expects to receive approximately $117.1 million in net proceeds from the offering.
- The underwriters have an option to purchase additional shares, which could increase the total capital raised.
Better than expected
25 February 2025 7:07 AM
Earnings Release
- The company's net loss decreased from $135.9 million in 2023 to $115.6 million in 2024.
- Product sales increased significantly compared to the previous year.
Better than expected
13 January 2025 8:30 AM
Corporate Presentation
- XDEMVY sales and adoption are exceeding expectations, positioning it as a potential blockbuster.
- The company is making significant progress in expanding coverage and market reach.
Delay expected
13 November 2024 4:12 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company experienced delays related to its Carpo trial with topline results pushed out to February 2024 as a result of patient enrollment delays.
Better than expected
13 November 2024 4:12 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's product sales significantly exceeded expectations, indicating strong market adoption of XDEMVY.
- The company's net loss was lower than the same period last year, indicating improved financial performance.
Capital raise
13 November 2024 4:12 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company may require additional capital to fully develop its product candidates and execute its business strategy.
- The company's future capital requirements will depend on various factors, including the success of commercialization efforts and the cost of clinical trials.
- The company may raise additional funds through equity offerings, debt financings, collaborations, strategic alliances, or licensing arrangements.
Better than expected
13 November 2024 4:06 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's product sales significantly exceeded the previous year's results.
- The net loss has decreased compared to the same period last year.
- The company has secured broad payer coverage, exceeding expectations.
Capital raise
8 August 2024 4:13 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company may be required to raise additional capital to fund its ongoing operations.
- The company plans to fund its operations, capital funding and other liquidity needs using existing cash and investments and, to the extent available, cash generated from commercial operations.
Better than expected
8 August 2024 4:13 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's revenue growth in Q2 2024 was better than expected, driven by strong XDEMVY sales.
- The improvement in gross-to-net discounts was better than expected, indicating better pricing and reimbursement strategies.
Better than expected
8 August 2024 4:07 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's XDEMVY sales increased by 65% quarter-over-quarter, indicating better than expected market adoption.
- The gross-to-net discount improved to 44%, which is better than the previous quarter's 55%.
Better than expected
8 May 2024 4:12 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's revenue from product sales of XDEMVY significantly exceeded expectations for the first quarter of commercialization.
- The number of bottles of XDEMVY delivered to patients and the number of eye care providers prescribing the treatment both showed substantial growth.
Delay expected
8 May 2024 4:12 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company experienced delays related to its Carpo trial with topline results pushed out to February 2024 as a result of patient enrollment delays.
Capital raise
8 May 2024 4:12 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company completed a follow-on public offering in March 2024, raising net proceeds of $107.7 million.
- The company may be required to raise additional capital to fund its ongoing operations.
Capital raise
8 May 2024 4:09 PM
Quarterly Report
- Tarsus completed an approximately $108 million public equity offering in March 2024.
- The company secured a $200 million non-dilutive credit facility in April 2024, drawing $75 million at close.
Better than expected
8 May 2024 4:09 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net product sales of XDEMVY increased by 89% compared to the previous quarter, indicating better than expected market adoption.
- The company delivered 26,000 bottles of XDEMVY to patients, a 65% increase over the previous quarter, showing better than expected demand.
- The company secured multiple commercial payer contracts and is on track for broad commercial coverage by the end of 2024, indicating better than expected progress in market access.
Capital raise
5 March 2024 4:09 PM
Capital Raise Announcement
- Tarsus Pharmaceuticals raised approximately $107.8 million through a public offering of common stock and pre-funded warrants.
- The offering included the sale of 3,281,250 shares of common stock and pre-funded warrants to purchase 312,500 shares.
- The underwriters exercised their option to purchase an additional 468,750 shares.
Capital raise
1 March 2024 5:26 PM
Capital Raise Announcement
- Tarsus Pharmaceuticals is conducting a public offering of 2,812,500 shares of common stock at $32.00 per share.
- The company is also offering pre-funded warrants to purchase 312,500 shares at $31.9999 per warrant.
- The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase an additional 468,750 shares.
- The gross proceeds from the offering are expected to be approximately $100 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and other estimated offering expenses.
- The net proceeds to the Company from the Offering are expected to be approximately $93.7 million, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated Offering expenses payable by the Company, assuming no exercise by the Underwriters of their option to purchase additional shares of common stock.
Capital raise
27 February 2024 4:02 PM
Annual Results
- The company states that it may need to obtain substantial additional funding to achieve its goals.
- The company has a Credit Facility with Hercules and SVB, but may need to raise additional capital through equity offerings, debt financings, collaborations, strategic alliances, or licensing arrangements.
Delay expected
27 February 2024 4:02 PM
Annual Results
- The company experienced delays in patient enrollment in the Carpo trial, pushing out topline results to February 2024.
Worse than expected
27 February 2024 4:02 PM
Annual Results
- The company's net loss increased significantly from $62.1 million in 2022 to $135.9 million in 2023, indicating worse than expected financial performance.
Better than expected
26 February 2024 9:18 PM
Annual Results
- The company exceeded expectations with the rapid uptake of XDEMVY and strong initial sales, indicating a successful product launch.
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