EyePoint Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - EYPT STOCK NEWS

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: EYPT) has released updated results from the Phase 1 DAVIO study of EYP-1901 for wet AMD, demonstrating positive safety and efficacy over eight months. A Phase 2 study is set to begin in Q3 2022 following a productive meeting with the FDA. In Q4 2021, customer demand for YUTIQ® and DEXYCU® surged by 16% and 5%, with cash reserves of approximately $210 million. Additionally, the company appointed Michael C. Pine as Chief Corporate Development and Strategy Officer, reinforcing its leadership as it pivots to retina-focused treatments.

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals, a leader in therapeutics for serious eye disorders, has appointed Michael C. Pine as Chief Corporate Development and Strategy Officer. Pine brings over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector, previously holding senior roles at Medexus, Lupin, Aralez, and Novartis. His expertise is expected to enhance EyePoint's corporate growth and strategic initiatives, particularly in advancing their product pipeline. In relation to Pine's appointment, 100,000 stock options were granted as part of his inducement award, adhering to Nasdaq guidelines.

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: EYPT) announced an expanded partnership with ImprimisRx for the U.S. sales and marketing of DEXYCU®, effective January 1, 2022. ImprimisRx will absorb most of EyePoint’s DEXYCU commercial organization, enhancing its ability to promote the injectable steroid treatment for post-operative inflammation. EyePoint retains revenue recognition, manufacturing, and distribution responsibilities. The partnership aims to accelerate DEXYCU’s growth and improve treatment accessibility for patients in need.

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: EYPT) announced the closing of a public offering of 5,122,273 shares of common stock, including 1,095,000 shares purchased under the underwriter's option. The shares were priced at $13.75 each, with pre-funded warrants sold for $13.74 each, generating gross proceeds of approximately $115.4 million. The proceeds will support the Phase 2 clinical trials of EYP-1901 for wet AMD, DR, and RVO, along with earlier-stage pipeline initiatives. The offering was made under an SEC shelf registration statement.

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: EYPT) announced an underwritten public offering of 4,027,273 shares at $13.75 each, alongside pre-funded warrants for 3,272,727 shares at $13.74 each, aiming for gross proceeds of approximately $100.3 million. The funds will primarily advance EYP-1901 into Phase 2 trials for wet AMD, DR, and RVO, and support pipeline initiatives. The offering is expected to close by November 19, 2021, pending customary conditions.

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: EYPT) has announced an underwritten public offering of $100 million in common stock, with an option for underwriters to purchase an additional $15 million. The offering aims to fund Phase 2 clinical trials for EYP-1901, targeting wet AMD, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion. The proceeds will also support earlier stage pipeline initiatives and general corporate purposes. The securities are offered under a previously filed registration statement, and the offering's completion is subject to market conditions.

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: EYPT) announced promising six-month interim data from its Phase 1 DAVIO clinical trial of EYP-1901, an investigational treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD). The trial demonstrated a favorable safety profile with no ocular serious adverse events and a 79% reduction in treatment burden. Notably, 76% and 53% of patients did not require rescue treatments up to four and six months, respectively. EyePoint plans to initiate a Phase 2 trial in 2022 and has a Type C meeting with the FDA scheduled for December 1, 2021, to discuss registration trials.

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: EYPT) announced encouraging six-month interim data from its Phase 1 DAVIO clinical trial of EYP-1901, an anti-VEGF treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Presented at the AAO 2021 Meeting, the trial involved 17 patients, showcasing a 79% reduction in treatment burden and no serious adverse events reported. Patients experienced sustained visual acuity with 76% and 53% not needing rescue therapy after four and six months, respectively. EyePoint plans to advance EYP-1901 into Phase 2 trials in 2022 and engage with the FDA regarding registration trials.

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYPT) will have CEO Nancy Lurker present at two virtual conferences: the Jefferies London Healthcare Conference on November 18, 2021, at 3:00 a.m. ET and the 33rd Annual Piper Sandler Virtual Healthcare Conference on November 22, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET. The company focuses on developing therapeutics for serious eye disorders, including its Durasert® technology. Webcasts of the presentations will be available on their website, with replays accessible for 30 and 90 days, respectively.