Cingulate Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Development Update on Major Milestones Achieved

Rhea-AI Summary

Cingulate Inc. (NASDAQ: CINGW) reported its Q2 2024 financial results and development updates. Key highlights include:

1. FDA clearance to file for marketing approval of CTx-1301 for ADHD, targeting NDA submission in 1H 2025.
2. Completion of registration batches for CTx-1301.
3. Ongoing licensing activity and positive payer study results for CTx-1301.
4. $1.6 million capital raised through warrant inducement.
5. One-for-twelve reverse stock split to maintain Nasdaq listing.
6. Q2 2024 financials: $0.4 million cash on hand, $3.1 million in stockholders' equity, and net loss of $3.2 million.

The company continues to progress towards CTx-1301's NDA submission while exploring licensing opportunities and addressing Nasdaq compliance requirements.

Positive

• FDA clearance to file for marketing approval of CTx-1301, targeting NDA submission in 1H 2025
• Completion of twelve registration batches for CTx-1301
• Positive payer study results showing CTx-1301 as a valuable ADHD treatment likely to gain coverage
• $1.6 million capital raised through warrant inducement
• Decrease in net loss from $6.6 million in Q2 2023 to $3.2 million in Q2 2024

Negative

• Cash position of only $0.4 million as of June 30, 2024, expected to support operations only into Q3 2024
• Need to seek additional capital to fund operations beyond Q3 2024
• One-for-twelve reverse stock split implemented to maintain Nasdaq listing compliance
• Decrease in R&D expenses due to reduced clinical activity and cost containment measures

Insights

Financial Analyst

Cingulate's Q2 2024 results show mixed signals. The FDA clearance for CTx-1301's NDA filing is a significant milestone, potentially leading to market entry in 2025. However, the company's financial position remains precarious. With only $0.4 million in cash as of June 30, even after raising $1.6 million through warrant inducement, Cingulate faces a cash runway extending only into Q3 2024.

The reduction in R&D expenses by $2.6 million and G&A expenses by $0.6 million year-over-year reflects cost-cutting measures, including significant salary reductions. While this has narrowed the net loss to $3.2 million from $6.6 million, it may impact the company's ability to advance its pipeline.

Investors should closely monitor Cingulate's ability to secure additional funding, as well as potential licensing deals, which are critical for the company's survival and ability to bring CTx-1301 to market.

Medical Research Analyst

The development progress of CTx-1301 for ADHD treatment is promising. The FDA's confirmation of remaining clinical requirements for NDA filing provides a clear pathway for Cingulate. The completion of twelve registration batches is a important step towards commercialization.

The payer study results, showing CTx-1301 as a valuable prospective ADHD treatment likely to gain coverage, suggest potential market acceptance. However, it's important to note that this study was conducted in a blinded manner and may not fully reflect the final product's reception.

The company's focus on completing the Food Effect Study and analyzing data from Phase 3 trials demonstrates commitment to meeting regulatory requirements. However, the financial constraints may pose challenges in executing these final steps efficiently. The targeted NDA submission in 1H 2025 seems achievable but depends heavily on securing additional funding.

Market Research Analyst

Cingulate's market position in the ADHD space shows potential, but faces significant challenges. The recent M&A activity in the ADHD sector, mentioned by the CEO, suggests industry interest and could potentially benefit Cingulate if it leads to licensing opportunities or partnerships.

The payer study involving 10 payers representing over 121 million covered lives provides valuable insights into potential market reception. The positive perception of CTx-1301 as a valuable ADHD treatment likely to gain coverage is encouraging for future market penetration.

However, Cingulate's Nasdaq listing compliance issues and the recent 1-for-12 reverse stock split to meet the $1.00 minimum bid price requirement may concern investors. This financial maneuvering, combined with the cash runway, could impact investor confidence and the company's ability to attract partners or secure favorable licensing terms, potentially hindering the commercialization of CTx-1301 even if FDA approval is obtained.

FDA Clears Cingulate to File for Marketing Approval of CTx-1301 targeted in 1H 2025
Licensing Activity Continues

KANSAS CITY, Kan., Aug. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cingulate Inc. (NASDAQ: CING), a biopharmaceutical company utilizing its proprietary Precision Timed Release™ (PTR™) drug delivery platform technology to build and advance a pipeline of next-generation pharmaceutical products, today announced its financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2024, and provided a clinical and business update.

“Cingulate has achieved major development milestones in the second quarter of 2024 relating to our first product candidate, CTx-1301 for the treatment of ADHD. The combination of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for filing for marketing approval and completion of the registration batches keeps us on the path to a targeted NDA submission in the first half of 2025. We are further encouraged by a recent M&A transaction announced in the ADHD space as we continue to explore licensing opportunities for CTx-1301 in and outside the United States,” said Shane Schaffer, Chief Executive Officer of Cingulate.

FDA Clearance to File for Marketing Approval of CTx-1301 and Development Update

Cingulate achieved significant milestones relating to the development of CTx-1301 during the second quarter, including confirmation from the FDA of the remaining clinical requirements for the filing of a New Drug Application (NDA). Cingulate is progressing with these clinical activities which include the completion of a Food Effect Study of the 50mg dose of the product and the data analysis of the Phase 3 adult dose optimization study and the Phase 3 fixed dose pediatric and adolescent safety and efficacy study. Cingulate expects to be positioned to schedule a pre-NDA meeting and move forward with the submission of the NDA which is targeted for the first half of 2025.

In addition, Cingulate completed the manufacturing of its twelve registration batches for CTx-1301. Registration batches are required by the FDA to be manufactured before submitting an NDA using the actual equipment, dosage strengths and procedures that will be used to commercialize the drug product candidate.

Business Development and Payer Study

Cingulate continues to explore additional licensing arrangements for CTx-1301 both inside and outside the US. As part of this process, Cingulate commissioned a payer study based on its product candidate and lead asset CTx-1301 (dexmethylphenidate) for the treatment of ADHD. CTx-1301 currently is in development, so the payers were interviewed in a blinded manner and asked about a Cingulate’s product candidate that may or may not correspond to its final FDA-approved product label.

Ten payers, representing over 121 million covered lives, were interviewed. The study reviewed current coverage and reimbursement status and policies for ADHD treatments, assessed unmet needs and expectations for management of the category in the future, and tested the product profile to explore payers’ perceptions and expectations, including perceived value, differentiation, and expected pricing, reimbursement and contracting potential. Key findings showed CTx-1301 to be a most valuable ADHD prospective treatment and is likely to gain coverage through the contracting process.

$1.6 Million of Capital Raised through a Warrant Inducement

In late June 2024, Cingulate entered into an inducement offer letter agreement pursuant to which holders of certain of its existing warrants from the February 2024 public offering, agreed to exercise their warrants at a reduced exercise price of $7.02 per share. In consideration for the exercise of these warrants, the holders received new Series C and Series D common stock purchase warrants. Cingulate received net proceeds of $1.6 million on the closing of this warrant inducement which occurred on July 1, 2024.

Nasdaq Listing Update

On August 2, 2024, the Nasdaq Hearings Panel (the Panel) notified Cingulate that it had granted its request for an exception to demonstrate compliance with the $1.00 Minimum Bid Price requirement set forth in Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) (the Bid Price Requirement) for continued listing through August 23, 2024 (the Exception). The Panel granted Cingulate’s request for the Exception, subject to (i) Cingulate effecting a reverse stock split on or before August 9, 2024, at a ratio of between 1-for-3 and 1-for-15; and (ii) on or before August 23, 2024, Cingulate demonstrating compliance with the Bid Price Requirement by evidencing a closing bid price of $1.00 or more per share for a minimum of ten (10) consecutive trading sessions, and evidencing compliance with all applicable criteria for continued listing on Nasdaq. On August 9, 2024, Cingulate completed a one-for-twelve reverse stock split in an effort to evidence compliance with the Bid Price Requirement.

Second Quarter Results

Cash Position: As of June 30, 2024, Cingulate had $0.4 million in cash and cash equivalents. On July 1, 2024, Cingulate received the net proceeds of $1.6 million from the warrant inducement described above. Management believes this cash on hand will support operating and development costs late into the third quarter of 2024. Management intends to seek opportunities to access additional capital as needed, including non-dilutive capital in terms of potential licensing opportunities inside and outside of the US, and additional equity or debt capital.

Liabilities: As of June 30, 2024, total liabilities were $2.0 million, a decrease from December 31, 2023 of $8.3 million, including the conversion of the related party note payable in the amount of $3.3 million which occurred in the first quarter of 2024.

Stockholders’ Equity: As of June 30, 2024, total stockholders’ equity was $3.1 million, an increase of $10.0 million from the end of 2023.

R&D Expenses: R&D expenses were $1.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, a decrease of $2.6 million from the three months ended June 30, 2023. This change was primarily the result of decreased clinical activity in the three months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to the same period in 2023. During the second quarter of 2023, the Company incurred significant costs relating to two Phase 3 studies for CTx-1301, the fixed dose pediatric and adolescent safety and efficacy study and the pediatric dose optimization and duration study. Enrollment in these two studies was completed in late 2023 and Cingulate is progressing with the remaining close-out and analytical activities required for an NDA submission. Manufacturing costs also decreased as the activity in 2023 was more significant as it related to the manufacture of clinical supply for the Phase 3 studies. In 2024, manufacturing activity included the completion of the manufacturing of registration batches of CTx-1301. In addition, there was a decrease in personnel costs as the result of lower headcount and the cost containment measures, which we implemented in late 2023 in order to conserve cash, which included salary reductions ranging from 5-55% for all employees.

G&A Expenses: Total G&A expenses were $1.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, a decrease of $0.6 million from the three months ended June 30, 2023. This was primarily the result of a decrease in personnel expenses and insurance. The decrease in personnel expenses was the result of cost containment measures as described above.

Net Loss: Net loss was $3.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $6.6 million for the same period in 2023. The decrease in the net loss primarily related to a decrease in R&D and G&A expenses described above.

Cingulate Inc.
Consolidated Balance Sheet Data
	June 30,				December 31,
	2024				2023
Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments	$	380,928			$	52,416
Total assets	$	5,126,907			$	3,491,436
Total liabilities	$	2,043,135			$	10,360,865
Accumulated deficit	$	(99,125,597	)		$	(92,943,443	)
Total stockholders' equity	$	3,083,772			$	(6,869,429	)

Cingulate Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Operations
	Three Months Ended June 30,								Six Months Ended June 30,
	2024				2023				2024				2023
Operating expenses:
Research and development	$	1,881,093			$	4,455,927			$	3,688,078			$	6,584,543
General and administrative		1,325,087				1,906,442				2,466,319				3,627,821
Operating loss		(3,206,180	)			(6,362,369	)			(6,154,397	)			(10,212,364	)
Interest and other income (expense), net		(3,497	)			(253,940	)			(27,757	)			(408,832	)
Loss before income taxes		(3,209,677	)			(6,616,309	)			(6,182,154	)			(10,621,196	)
Income tax benefit (expense)		-				-				-				-
Net loss		(3,209,677	)			(6,616,309	)			(6,182,154	)			(10,621,196	)
Net loss per share of common stock, basic and diluted	$	(5.47	)		$	(6.79	)		$	(12.28	)		$	(11.08	)

About Cingulate^®
Cingulate Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company utilizing its proprietary Precision Timed Release™ (PTR™) drug delivery platform technology to build and advance a pipeline of next-generation pharmaceutical products, designed to improve the lives of patients suffering from frequently diagnosed conditions characterized by burdensome daily dosing regimens and suboptimal treatment outcomes. With an initial focus on the treatment of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Cingulate is identifying and evaluating additional therapeutic areas where its PTR technology may be employed to develop future product candidates, such as anxiety disorders.

Cingulate is headquartered in Kansas City, KS. For more information visit Cingulate.com.

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Investor & Public Relations:
Thomas Dalton
Vice President, Investor & Public Relations, Cingulate
tdalton@cingulate.com
(913) 942-2301

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FAQ

What is the status of Cingulate's CTx-1301 for ADHD treatment?

Cingulate has received FDA clearance to file for marketing approval of CTx-1301 for ADHD treatment. The company is targeting NDA submission in the first half of 2025 and has completed the manufacturing of twelve registration batches required for the NDA.

How much capital did Cingulate (CINGW) raise in Q2 2024?

Cingulate raised $1.6 million through a warrant inducement offer in late June 2024, with the closing occurring on July 1, 2024.

What were Cingulate's (CINGW) Q2 2024 financial results?

For Q2 2024, Cingulate reported a net loss of $3.2 million, cash and cash equivalents of $0.4 million as of June 30, 2024, and total stockholders' equity of $3.1 million.

How did Cingulate (CINGW) address its Nasdaq listing compliance in August 2024?

Cingulate implemented a one-for-twelve reverse stock split on August 9, 2024, to meet Nasdaq's $1.00 minimum bid price requirement and maintain its listing.