Apogee Therapeutics, Inc. Announces Pricing of Upsized $420 Million Underwritten Public Offering
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The announcement by Apogee Therapeutics of its upsized underwritten public offering is a significant financial event, expected to raise approximately $420 million before fees and expenses. This infusion of capital is indicative of the company's growth trajectory and the confidence of its underwriters in its future prospects. The pricing of the shares at $62.00 reflects the current market valuation of Apogee and the additional option granted to underwriters to purchase up to 1,016,128 shares provides a potential for further capital increase. Investors will be closely monitoring the closing of the offering and any subsequent movement in the company's stock price, as it may signal market sentiment regarding the valuation and the anticipated use of proceeds.
Apogee Therapeutics operates within the competitive biotechnology sector, focusing on inflammatory and immunology indications. The capital raised through this offering is likely earmarked for advancing clinical trials, expanding research and development, or possibly for strategic acquisitions. The choice of joint book-running managers, including high-profile firms like Jefferies, BofA Securities and Goldman Sachs, suggests a strategic approach to reach a broad spectrum of institutional investors. The success of this offering could influence peer companies considering similar capital-raising efforts and may impact industry funding trends, especially in the clinical-stage biotech niche.
From a medical research perspective, the proceeds from Apogee Therapeutics' public offering are expected to accelerate the development of their biologics pipeline. The therapeutic areas targeted by Apogee, such as atopic dermatitis and asthma, represent markets with substantial patient populations and a continuous need for innovative treatments. The effective deployment of the raised funds into research and development can potentially lead to breakthroughs in these areas. The biotech industry is highly dependent on sustained investment for long-term R&D and the ability of Apogee to secure significant funding is a positive indicator of its R&D potential and the perceived value of its pipeline.
SAN FRANCISCO and WALTHAM, Mass., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apogee Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: APGE), a clinical-stage biotechnology company seeking to develop differentiated biologics for the treatment of atopic dermatitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma and other inflammatory and immunology indications (Apogee or the Company), today announced the pricing of its upsized previously announced underwritten public offering of 6,774,193 shares of common stock at a public offering price per share of
Jefferies, BofA Securities, Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, TD Cowen and Stifel are acting as joint book-running managers for the offering.
Registration Statements relating to these securities have been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and became effective on March 7, 2024. The offering is being made only by means of a written prospectus. A copy of the final prospectus relating to the offering, when available, may be obtained from: Jefferies LLC, Attention: Equity Syndicate Prospectus Department, 520 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022, by telephone at (877) 821-7388, or by email at Prospectus_Department@Jefferies.com; BofA Securities, NC1-022-02-25, Attention: Prospectus Department, 201 North Tryon, Charlotte, NC 28255-0001, or by email at dg.prospectus_requests@bofa.com; Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, Prospectus Department, 200 West Street, New York, NY 10282, by telephone: (866) 471-2526, by facsimile: (212) 902-9316 or by email at Prospectus-ny@ny.email.gs.com; Cowen and Company, LLC, 599 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022, by telephone at (833) 297-2926, or by email at Prospectus_ECM@cowen.com; or Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, Attention: Syndicate, One Montgomery Street, Suite 3700, San Francisco, CA 94104, by telephone at (415) 364-2720, or by email at syndprospectus@stifel.com.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
About Apogee
Apogee Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company seeking to develop differentiated biologics for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma and other inflammatory and immunology indications with high unmet need. Apogee’s antibody programs are designed to overcome limitations of existing therapies by targeting well-established mechanisms of action and incorporating advanced antibody engineering properties to optimize half-life and other properties. The Company’s two most advanced programs are APG777 and APG808, which are being initially developed for the treatment of AD and COPD, respectively. Based on a broad pipeline and depth of expertise, the company believes it can deliver value and meaningful benefit to patients underserved by today’s standard of care.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including, but not limited to, Apogee’s expectations regarding the consummation of the offering and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions with respect to the offering. Words such as “may,” “might,” “will,” “objective,” “intend,” “should,” “could,” “can,” “would,” “expect,” “believe,” “design,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” “develop,” “plan” or the negative of these terms, and similar expressions, or statements regarding intent, belief, or current expectations, are forward-looking statements. While Apogee believes these forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on any such forward-looking statements, which are based on information available to the Company on the date of this release. These forward-looking statements are based upon current estimates and assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties (including, without limitation, those set forth in Apogee’s filings with the SEC, many of which are beyond the company’s control and subject to change. Actual results could be materially different. Risks and uncertainties include: global macroeconomic conditions and related volatility, expectations regarding the initiation, progress, and expected results of the Company’s preclinical studies, clinical trials and research and development programs; expectations regarding the timing, completion and outcome of the Company’s clinical trials; the unpredictable relationship between preclinical study results and clinical study results; the timing or likelihood of regulatory filings and approvals; liquidity and capital resources; and other risks and uncertainties identified in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the SEC on March 5, 2024, and subsequent disclosure documents we may file with the SEC. Apogee claims the protection of the Safe Harbor contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 for forward-looking statements. Apogee expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter any statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
Investor Contact:
Noel Kurdi
VP, Investor Relations
Apogee Therapeutics, Inc.
Noel.Kurdi@apogeetherapeutics.com
Media Contact:
Dan Budwick
1AB
dan@1abmedia.com
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