Rezolute Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2022 Financial Results and Highlights Recent Company Progress

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Rezolute, Inc. (Nasdaq: RZLT) reported its financial results for Q1 FY2022, ending September 30, 2021. The company raised $55 million in a recent offering, strengthening its balance sheet and extending its cash runway. Key developments include ongoing enrollment in Phase 2b trials for RZ358 and Phase 1b for RZ402, with topline results expected in Q1 2022. Cash and equivalents stood at $37.3 million. However, R&D expenses rose significantly to $5.8 million from $2.3 million YoY, contributing to a net loss of $7.8 million, or $0.92 per share, compared to $3.6 million, or $0.62 per share, last year.

Positive

• Raised $55 million in gross proceeds to support clinical trials and program development.
• Ongoing Phase 2b study for RZ358 and Phase 1b study for RZ402, with topline data expected in Q1 2022.
• Cash and cash equivalents at $37.3 million.

Negative

• Net loss increased to $7.8 million, or $0.92 per share, compared to $3.6 million, or $0.62 per share YoY.
• R&D expenses surged to $5.8 million from $2.3 million, indicating rising operational costs.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Nov. 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rezolute, Inc. (Nasdaq: RZLT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing transformative therapies for metabolic diseases associated with chronic glucose imbalance, today announced its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2022 ended September 30, 2021.

“This has been a productive quarter of execution for Rezolute, with steady clinical advancement of our lead pipeline candidates, RZ358 and RZ402, in Phase 2b and Phase 1b development, respectively,” said Nevan Elam, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Rezolute. “We look forward to announcing topline data for both programs in Q1 of 2022. Additionally, with a strengthened balance sheet following our recent offering, raising $55 million in gross proceeds, we have extended our cash runway and are well-positioned to continue to execute on our key clinical milestones.”

Recent Business Highlights

• RZ358, monoclonal antibody for the treatment of congenital hyperinsulinism (HI) – Enrollment is ongoing in the Phase 2b RIZE study of RZ358 for the treatment of congenital HI. The Company expects to report topline results in Q1 of 2022.
• European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE) 2021 – Rezolute presented results from a natural history study designed to highlight the utility of continuous glucose monitors (CGM) and to quantify the extent of hypoglycemia in congenital HI patients on standard of care therapies.
• RZ402, oral PKI for the treatment of diabetic macular edema (DME) – A Phase 1b multiple ascending dose study, initiated in August 2021, is progressing as expected, with topline data expected in Q1 of 2022.
• Financing Update – In October of 2021, Rezolute completed an underwritten public offering of 6,030,847 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $6.50 per share and of pre-funded warrants to purchase 1,661,461 shares of its common stock at a public price of $6.49 and completed a registered direct offering of 769,231 shares of its common stock at a public price of $6.50 per share. The gross proceeds of $55 million will be used to support clinical trial and program development activities.

First Quarter Fiscal 2022 Financial Results

• Cash and cash equivalents totaled $37.3 million as of September 30, 2021.
• Research and development (R&D) expenses were $5.8 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2022, compared to $2.3 million for the same period in fiscal 2021. The increases from fiscal year 2021 to fiscal year 2022 were primarily due to increased spending in compensation and benefits, and clinical trial costs.
• General and administrative (G&A) expenses were $1.9 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2022, compared to $1.3 million for the same period in fiscal 2021. The increases from fiscal year 2021 to fiscal year 2022 were primarily due to professional fees associated with corporate development activities, consulting services, and strategic financial advisory services along with an increase in share-based compensation expense.
• Net loss was $7.8 million, or $0.92 per share for the first quarter of fiscal 2022, compared to $3.6 million, or $0.62 per share for the same period in fiscal 2021.

About Rezolute, Inc.
Rezolute is developing transformative therapies for metabolic diseases related to chronic glucose imbalance. The Company’s lead clinical asset, RZ358, is in Phase 2b development for treatment of congenital hyperinsulinism (HI), a rare pediatric endocrine disorder. The Company is also developing RZ402, an orally available plasma kallikrein inhibitor, for the treatment of diabetic macular edema. For more information, visit www.rezolutebio.com or follow us on Twitter.

Forward-Looking Statements
This release, like many written and oral communications presented by Rezolute, Inc. and our authorized officers, may contain certain forward-looking statements regarding our prospective performance and strategies within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and are including this statement for purposes of said safe harbor provisions. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe future plans, strategies, and expectations of the Company, are generally identified by use of words such as "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "plan," "project," "seek," "strive," "try," or future or conditional verbs such as "could," "may," "should," "will," "would," or similar expressions. Our ability to predict results or the actual effects of our plans or strategies is inherently uncertain. Accordingly, actual results may differ materially from anticipated results. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. Except as required by applicable law or regulation, Rezolute undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that occur after the date on which such statements were made.

Media and Investor Contact
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Rezolute, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements Data
(in thousands, except per share data)
	Three Months Ended
	September 30,
		2021				2020
	(unaudited)
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations Data:
Operating expenses:
Research and development		5,774				2,344
General and administrative		1,866				1,279
Total operating expenses		7,640				3,623
Loss from operations		(7,640	)			(3,623	)
Non-operating income (expense), net		(196	)			3
Net loss	$	(7,836	)		$	(3,620	)
Basic and diluted net loss per common share	$	(0.92	)		$	(0.62	)
Shares used to compute basic and diluted net loss per common share		8,513				5,867
	September 30,				June 30,
		2021				2021
	(unaudited)
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets Data:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	37,292			$	41,047
Working capital		35,747				40,025
Total assets		38,760				42,609
Long term debt, net of discount (1)		14,071				13,968
Accumulated deficit		(175,974	)			(168,138	)
Total shareholders’ equity		21,559				26,099

(1) In April 2021, we entered into a $30.0 million Loan Agreement with SLR and certain other Lenders. $15.0 million term A loan was funded on April 14, 2021.

FAQ

What are the financial results of Rezolute (RZLT) for Q1 FY2022?

For Q1 FY2022, Rezolute reported a net loss of $7.8 million, or $0.92 per share, with R&D expenses increasing to $5.8 million.

What is the cash position of Rezolute (RZLT) as of September 30, 2021?

As of September 30, 2021, Rezolute had cash and cash equivalents totaling $37.3 million.

When can investors expect topline data for Rezolute's RZ358 and RZ402?

Topline data for both RZ358 and RZ402 is expected in Q1 2022.

How much did Rezolute (RZLT) raise in their recent offering?

Rezolute raised $55 million in gross proceeds through its recent public offering.

What are the implications of Rezolute's increased operating expenses?

The increase in R&D expenses to $5.8 million suggests escalating operational costs, which may impact future profitability.