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Algernon Pharmaceuticals Announces Receipt of CAD$2M Cash Refund from Australian Research Program and Files Application to List its Common Shares on Nasdaq Capital Market

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Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CSE: AGN, OTCQB: AGNPF) announced a CAD$2M cash payment from a refundable tax credit program linked to its clinical research in Australia. This boosts its working capital to approximately CAD$3.5M. Additionally, the company has submitted an application to list its common shares on the Nasdaq Capital Market, pending approval. CEO Christopher J. Moreau highlighted the potential benefits of moving to a U.S. national exchange, which may improve valuation and attract new investors familiar with pharmaceutical development.

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  • Received CAD$2M from a tax credit program, increasing working capital to CAD$3.5M.
  • Application submitted for Nasdaq listing, potentially enhancing market visibility and investor access.
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  • No assurance of approval for Nasdaq listing, which carries regulatory risks.
  • Potential uncertainty regarding compliance with listing requirements.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CSE: AGN) (FRANKFURT: AGW) (OTCQB: AGNPF) (the “Company” or “Algernon”), a clinical stage pharmaceutical development company, is pleased to announce that it has recently received a CAD$2M cash payment from a refundable tax credit program from its clinical research work in Australia, which brings Algernon’s current working capital balance to approximately CAD$3.5M.

The Company also wishes to announce that it has submitted an application to have its common shares listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market. The listing of the Company’s common shares on the Nasdaq Capital Market remains subject to Nasdaq approval and the satisfaction of all applicable listing, governance and regulatory requirements. While the Company intends and believes it will be able to satisfy all of the applicable requirements, there is no assurance that it will be successful in satisfying the listing requirements or its application will be approved.

“Algernon has a unique drug development business model and multiple research programs that are currently in both pre-clinical and human trials,” said Christopher J. Moreau, CEO of Algernon Pharmaceuticals. “Moving the Company to a U.S. national stock exchange should help improve our valuation and is expected to provide the Company with access to new investors who specialize in and understand pharmaceutical development.”

About Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc. 

Algernon is a drug re-purposing company that investigates safe, already approved drugs, and naturally occurring compounds, for new disease applications, moving them efficiently and safely into new human trials, developing new formulations and seeking new regulatory approvals in global markets. Algernon specifically investigates compounds that have never been approved in the U.S. or Europe to avoid off label prescription writing.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Christopher J. Moreau
CEO
Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc.
604.398.4175 ext 701
info@algernonpharmaceuticals.com
investors@algernonpharmaceuticals.com
www.algernonpharmaceuticals.com.

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Market Regulator (as that term is defined in the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

CAUTIONARY DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: No Securities Exchange has reviewed nor accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of the content of this news release. This news release contains forward-looking statements relating to product development, licensing, commercialization and regulatory compliance issues and other statements that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements are often identified by terms such as “will”, “may”, “should”, “anticipate”, “expects” and similar expressions. All statements other than statements of historical fact, included in this release are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations include the failure to satisfy the conditions of the relevant securities exchange(s) and other risks detailed from time to time in the filings made by the Company with securities regulations. The reader is cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of any forward-looking information may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking information. Such information, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company will only update or revise publicly any of the included forward-looking statements as expressly required by applicable law.


FAQ

What recent financial support did Algernon Pharmaceuticals receive?

Algernon Pharmaceuticals received a CAD$2M cash payment from a refundable tax credit program related to clinical research in Australia.

What is the current working capital of Algernon Pharmaceuticals?

Algernon Pharmaceuticals' current working capital balance is approximately CAD$3.5M.

When did Algernon Pharmaceuticals announce its application for Nasdaq listing?

Algernon Pharmaceuticals announced its application for Nasdaq listing on October 21, 2021.

What stock symbol is associated with Algernon Pharmaceuticals on OTCQB?

The stock symbol for Algernon Pharmaceuticals on OTCQB is AGNPF.

What are the risks associated with Algernon Pharmaceuticals' Nasdaq listing application?

The risks include uncertainty about meeting Nasdaq's listing requirements and the possibility of not receiving approval.

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