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Rafael Holdings, Inc. (symbol: RFL) is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on oncology. Through its subsidiaries, Rafael Holdings invests in the development and commercialization of therapies that target the metabolic differences between normal and cancer cells. Notably, the company has significant investments in Cornerstone Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and LipoMedix Pharmaceuticals Ltd., both of which are also in clinical stages.
As of the end of the third quarter of fiscal year 2023, Rafael Holdings made an initial investment of $2.1 million in Cyclo Therapeutics, Inc., with an agreement to increase this investment by an additional $5 million. This shows the company's strategic focus on expanding its investment portfolio to enhance shareholder value.
For the three months ended April 30, 2023, Rafael Holdings reported a net loss of $1.5 million from continuing operations, a reduction from the $5.0 million loss recorded in the same period of the previous year. Research and development expenses also saw a drop to $0.7 million from $1.4 million year-over-year, attributed to the winding down of early-stage programs, including at Barer Institute.
For the nine months ending April 30, 2023, the company incurred a net loss of $9.9 million, compared to $135.9 million in the same period the prior year. The previous year's loss included significant expenses such as a $25 million loss on the write-off of a receivable, as well as a $79.1 million impairment charge related to its investment in Cornerstone Pharmaceuticals.
Rafael Holdings' ongoing projects and partnerships are aimed at mitigating clinical and financial risks, while striving for breakthroughs in cancer treatment. For example, the company continues to advance its internal cancer metabolism research programs and is focusing on strategic investments to boost its pipeline.
As a public company, Rafael Holdings faces various risks including competition, regulatory approvals, and product liability, among others. However, the company remains dedicated to advancing its oncology portfolio and generating value for its stockholders by strategically managing its operations and investments.
Rafael Holdings (NYSE: RFL) reported its Q4 and FY2024 financial results, highlighting a merger agreement with Cyclo Therapeutics. The company ended with $65.9 million in cash and equivalents. Q4 showed a net loss of $4.5 million ($0.19/share), compared to a gain of $1.3 million in the prior year. FY2024 resulted in a net loss of $34.4 million ($1.45/share), largely due to an $89.9 million R&D expense from the Cornerstone acquisition, partially offset by a $31.3 million receivables recovery. The company increased its stake in Day Three Labs to 84% and began consolidating financial results for both Day Three Labs and Cornerstone Pharmaceuticals.
Rafael Holdings (NYSE: RFL) and Cyclo Therapeutics (Nasdaq: CYTH) have entered into a definitive merger agreement to combine their efforts in developing Trappsol® Cyclo™ for Niemann-Pick Disease Type C1 treatment. The merger involves Rafael Holdings issuing Class B common stock to Cyclo Therapeutics shareholders, valuing Cyclo shares at $0.95 each. Rafael Holdings will fund Cyclo's operations through closing and support the TransportNPC™ clinical trial to its 48-week interim analysis.
The merger, expected to close in late 2024, is subject to shareholder approvals and other conditions. Cyclo Therapeutics recently completed enrollment in its pivotal TransportNPC™ Phase 3 clinical study, with results from the 48-week interim analysis expected in mid-2025. This merger represents a significant step in Rafael Holdings' strategy to invest in and develop clinical-stage assets for high unmet medical needs.
Rafael Holdings (NYSE: RFL) has announced its financial results for the third quarter and first nine months of fiscal 2024, ending April 30, 2024. The company reported a net loss from continuing operations of $32.4 million for the quarter, or $1.36 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $1.4 million in the same period last year. This loss was primarily driven by an $89.9 million in-process R&D expense, partially offset by a $31.3 million recovery of receivables from Cornerstone. For the nine months ending April 30, 2024, the net loss was $29.9 million, or $1.26 per diluted share, compared to $9.6 million in the previous year. The company highlighted positive developments, including the completion of enrollment in Cyclo Therapeutics' Phase 3 study and revenue generation at Day Three Labs. Cash and cash equivalents stood at $72.4 million as of April 30, 2024. General and administrative expenses decreased to $1.9 million for the quarter, down from $2.3 million last year.
Cyclo Therapeutics has completed enrollment for its Phase 3 TransportNPC™ trial, the largest study of its kind for Niemann-Pick Disease Type C1 (NPC1). The study includes 104 patients and aims to evaluate the efficacy of Trappsol® Cyclo™ in treating systemic and neurological symptoms of NPC1.
Topline data from the 48-week interim analysis is expected in the first half of 2025. Positive results could lead to the submission of a New Drug Application (NDA) to the FDA and a Marketing Authorization Application (MAA) to the EMA in the second half of 2025.
The trial also features a substudy for newborns to 3-year-olds, targeting early-stage interventions. The company has received Orphan Drug Designation in both the U.S. and EU, Fast Track and Rare Pediatric Disease designations in the U.S., which could qualify them for a Priority Review Voucher.
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