Immunic, Inc. to Join Russell 3000® Index

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Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) announced its inclusion in the Russell 3000 Index effective June 29, 2020, following the annual reconstitution. This milestone reflects Immunic's progress in developing oral therapies for chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, particularly its lead compound, IMU-838, which is undergoing four Phase 2 trials. Inclusion in the Russell 3000 Index enhances visibility and liquidity for the company's stock, with approximately $9 trillion in assets benchmarked against Russell indexes.

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• Inclusion in Russell 3000 Index enhances visibility and liquidity.
• Reflects progress in advancing the pipeline, particularly for lead compound IMU-838.

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NEW YORK, June 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing best-in-class, oral therapies for the treatment of chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, today announced that the company is set to join the broad-market Russell 3000^® Index at the conclusion of the 2020 Russell indexes annual reconstitution, effective after the US market opens on June 29, according to a final list of additions accessed on June 19.

The annual reconstitution of the Russell indexes captures the 4,000 largest US stocks as of May 8, ranking them by total market capitalization. Membership in the US all-cap Russell 3000^® Index, which remains in place for one year, means automatic inclusion in the large-cap Russell 1000^® Index or small-cap Russell 2000^® Index as well as the appropriate growth and value style indexes. FTSE Russell determines membership for its Russell indexes primarily by objective, market-capitalization rankings and style attributes.

"Immunic's inclusion in the Russell 3000^® index is an important achievement and is directly reflective of the company value and the progress we have made in advancing our pipeline, most notably, lead compound, IMU-838, a selective oral DHODH inhibitor, currently in four phase 2 trials for relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis, ulcerative colitis, primary sclerosing cholangitis and COVID-19," stated Daniel Vitt, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer and President of Immunic. "With a number of key milestones on the horizon for each of our programs, we welcome the increased visibility and liquidity that we expect will result from inclusion in this widely followed benchmark."

Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors as benchmarks for index funds and active investment strategies. Approximately USD 9 trillion in assets are benchmarked against Russell's US indexes. Russell indexes are part of FTSE Russell, a leading global index provider.

For more information on the Russell 3000^® Index and the reconstitution of the Russell indexes, please go to the "Russell Reconstitution" section on the FTSE Russell website.

About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company with a pipeline of selective oral immunology therapies aimed at treating chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, including relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and psoriasis. The company is developing three small molecule products: lead development program, IMU-838, is a selective immune modulator that inhibits the intracellular metabolism of activated immune cells by blocking the enzyme DHODH and exhibits a host-based antiviral effect; IMU-935 is an inverse agonist of RORγt; and IMU-856 targets the restoration of the intestinal barrier function. IMU-838 is in phase 2 clinical development for COVID-19, relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and ulcerative colitis, with an additional phase 2 trial considered in Crohn's disease. An investigator-sponsored proof-of-concept clinical trial for IMU-838 in primary sclerosing cholangitis is ongoing at the Mayo Clinic. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to the impact on the visibility and liquidity of the company's stock as a result of joining the Russell 3000 Index; Immunic's three development programs and the targeted diseases; the potential for IMU-838 to safely and effectively target diseases; preclinical and clinical data for IMU-838; the timing of current and future clinical trials; the potential for IMU-838 as a treatment for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections associated with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and any clinical trials, collaborations and approvals relating to such potential treatment; the nature, strategy and focus of the company; and the development and commercial potential of any product candidates of the company. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, the COVID-19 pandemic, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, the fact that the results of earlier studies and trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic's intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process and the impact of competitive products and technological changes. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned "Risk Factors," in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019, filed with the SEC on March 16, 2020, the company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2020, filed with the SEC on May 8, 2020, and in the company's subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.immunic-therapeutics.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all the contents of this press release.

Contact Information

Immunic, Inc.
Jessica Breu
Head of Investor Relations and Communications
+49 89 2080 477 09
jessica.breu@imux.com

US IR Contact
Rx Communications Group
Melody Carey
+1-917-322-2571
immunic@rxir.com

US Media Contact
Speak Life Science, LLC
Amy Speak
+1-617-420-2461
amy@speaklifescience.com

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FAQ

What does Immunic's inclusion in the Russell 3000 Index mean for IMUX stock?

Inclusion in the Russell 3000 Index enhances visibility and liquidity for Immunic's stock, potentially attracting more institutional investors.

When is Immunic joining the Russell 3000 Index?

Immunic will join the Russell 3000 Index effective June 29, 2020.

What is the significance of the Russell 3000 Index for Immunic?

The Russell 3000 Index contains the largest US companies, and membership indicates the company's market capitalization and progress, which may lead to improved investment interest.

What is Immunic's lead compound and its current status?

Immunic's lead compound, IMU-838, is currently in four Phase 2 clinical trials for various conditions, including multiple sclerosis and COVID-19.

How much in assets uses the Russell 3000 as a benchmark?

Approximately $9 trillion in assets are benchmarked against the Russell indexes.