Adagene Inc. Announces Closing of Initial Public Offering and Exercise of Underwriters' Over-Allotment Option

Rhea-AI Summary

Adagene Inc. (Nasdaq: ADAG) has successfully closed its initial public offering (IPO) of 8,457,100 American depositary shares (ADSs) priced at $19.00 each, raising approximately $161 million in gross proceeds. This includes the full exercise of the underwriters’ option for an additional 1,103,100 ADSs. The ADSs began trading on February 9, 2021. The company focuses on developing antibody-based cancer immunotherapies using advanced technologies. Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Jefferies acted as joint bookrunners for the offering.

Positive

• Raised approximately $161 million from the IPO to fund future developments.
• Successfully executed the full exercise of underwriters’ option, indicating strong demand.

Negative

• Potential dilution of existing shares due to the issuance of new ADSs.
• Dependence on public market conditions for future fundraising.

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adagene Inc. ("Adagene" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: ADAG), a platform-driven, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the discovery and development of novel antibody-based cancer immunotherapies, today announced the closing of its initial public offering (the "IPO") of 8,457,100 American depositary shares ("ADSs"), at public offering price of US$19.00 per ADS. The number of ADSs issued at closing included the exercise in full of the underwriters’ option to purchase 1,103,100 additional ADSs from the Company. The aggregate gross proceeds from the IPO were approximately US$161 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses payable by the Company. Each ADS represents one and one quarter (1.25) ordinary shares of the Company. The ADSs began trading on the Nasdaq Global Market on February 9, 2021 under the ticker symbol "ADAG."

Goldman Sachs (Asia) L.L.C., Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC and Jefferies LLC acted as the joint bookrunners of the offering. China Renaissance Securities (Hong Kong) Limited acted as co-manager of the offering.

A registration statement related to these securities has been filed with, and declared effective by, the SEC. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

This offering was made only by means of a prospectus forming part of the effective registration statement. A copy of the final prospectus relating to the offering may be obtained, when available, by contacting the following underwriters: (1) Goldman & Co L.L.C., Address: Prospectus Department, 200 West Street, New York, NY 10282-2198, by telephone at +1 (866) 471-2526 ; (2) Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, Address: Prospectus Dept., 180 Varick Street, 2nd floor, New York, New York 10014, by telephone at +1 (866) 718-1649 and (3) Jefferies LLC, Address: Equity Syndicate Prospectus Department, 520 Madison Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10022, by telephone at (877) 547-6340.

About Adagene Inc. 

Adagene Inc. is a platform-driven, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the discovery and development of novel antibody-based cancer immunotherapies. Adagene combines computational biology and artificial intelligence to design novel antibodies that address unmet patient needs. Its proprietary pipeline is comprised of novel immunotherapy programs. Adagene has forged strategic collaborations with reputable global partners that leverage its technology in multiple approaches at the vanguard of science.

For more information, please visit: https://investor.adagene.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as "may", "will," "expect," "anticipate," "target," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to" or other similar expressions. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Investors Contact:
Raymond Tam
Adagene
86-512-8777-3626
IR@adagene.com

Media Contact:
Annie Starr
6 Degrees
973-768-2170
astarr@6degreespr.com

FAQ

What is the IPO price for Adagene's American depositary shares (ADSs)?

The IPO price for Adagene's ADSs was $19.00 each.

How much capital did Adagene raise from its IPO?

Adagene raised approximately $161 million in gross proceeds from its IPO.

When did Adagene's ADSs begin trading on the Nasdaq?

Adagene's ADSs began trading on the Nasdaq on February 9, 2021, under the ticker symbol 'ADAG.'

Who were the underwriters for Adagene's IPO?

Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Jefferies acted as the joint bookrunners for Adagene's IPO.

What is Adagene's focus as a biopharmaceutical company?

Adagene focuses on developing novel antibody-based cancer immunotherapies using advanced technologies.