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Unicycive Therapeutics to be Added to Russell Microcap® Index

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Unicycive Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: UNCY) will be added to the Russell Microcap® Index on September 20, 2021, enhancing its visibility and recognition within the investment community. This membership, which lasts for one year, will link Unicycive with over $17.9 trillion in assets benchmarked to Russell indexes. CEO Shalabh Gupta emphasized that this milestone will drive further interest in Unicycive's clinical programs as a newly public company. The inclusion reflects Unicycive's market-capitalization ranking and style attributes determined by FTSE Russell.

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  • Inclusion in the Russell Microcap® Index enhances visibility and credibility among investors.
  • Membership links Unicycive with approximately $17.9 trillion in assets, potentially attracting institutional investors.
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LOS ALTOS, Calif., Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Unicycive Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: UNCY), a clinical stage biotechnology company developing therapies for patients with kidney disease, today announced the Company is scheduled to be added as a member of the Russell Microcap® Index as part of the 2021 Russell indexes reconstitution after the market opens on September 20, 2021, based on a preliminary list of additions.  

Membership in the Russell Microcap® Index, which remains in place for one year, means automatic inclusion in the appropriate growth and value style indexes. FTSE Russell determines membership for its Russell indexes primarily by objective, market-capitalization rankings and style attributes.

"Joining the Russell Microcap® Index is an important event for Unicycive as we receive recognition from one of the most prominent index providers followed by investment managers across the country," said Shalabh Gupta, M.D., Chief Executive Officer. "As a newly public company, our addition to this index will expand the interest and visibility of Unicycive within the investment community.  We appreciate the recognition this achievement brings and will look to leverage our elevated platform to generate further interest and awareness in our clinical programs."

Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors for index funds and as benchmarks for active investment strategies. Approximately $17.9 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 Microcap® Index and the Russell indexes reconstitution, go to the "Russell Reconstitution" section on the FTSE Russell website.

About FTSE Russell:

FTSE Russell is a global index leader that provides innovative benchmarking, analytics and data solutions for investors worldwide. FTSE Russell calculates thousands of indexes that measure and benchmark markets and asset classes in more than 70 countries, covering 98% of the investable market globally.

FTSE Russell index expertise and products are used extensively by institutional and retail investors globally. Approximately $17.9 trillion is currently benchmarked to FTSE Russell indexes. For over 30 years, leading asset owners, asset managers, ETF providers and investment banks have chosen FTSE Russell indexes to benchmark their investment performance and create ETFs, structured products and index-based derivatives.

A core set of universal principles guides FTSE Russell index design and management: a transparent rules-based methodology is informed by independent committees of leading market participants. FTSE Russell is focused on applying the highest industry standards in index design and governance and embraces the IOSCO Principles. FTSE Russell is also focused on index innovation and customer partnerships as it seeks to enhance the breadth, depth and reach of its offering.

FTSE Russell is wholly owned by London Stock Exchange Group. 

For more information, visit www.ftserussell.com.

About Unicycive

Unicycive is a biotechnology company developing novel treatments for kidney diseases. Unicycive's lead drug, Renazorb, is a novel phosphate binding agent being developed for the treatment of hyperphosphatemia. UNI-494 is a patent protected new chemical entity in late preclinical development for the treatment of acute kidney injury. For more information, please visit www.unicycive.com.

Forward-looking statement

Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may be identified using words such as "anticipate," "believe," "forecast," "estimated" and "intend" or other similar terms or expressions that concern Unicycive's expectations, strategy, plans or intentions. These forward-looking statements are based on Unicycive's current expectations and actual results could differ materially. There are several factors that could cause actual events to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, clinical trials involve a lengthy and expensive process with an uncertain outcome, and results of earlier studies and trials may not be predictive of future trial results; our clinical trials may be suspended or discontinued due to unexpected side effects or other safety risks that could preclude approval of our product candidates; risks related to business interruptions, including the outbreak of COVID-19 coronavirus, which could seriously harm our financial condition and increase our costs and expenses; dependence on key personnel; substantial competition; uncertainties of patent protection and litigation; dependence upon third parties; and risks related to failure to obtain FDA clearances or approvals and noncompliance with FDA regulations. Investors should read the risk factors set forth in our registration statement on Form S-1 and our periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. While the list of factors presented here is considered representative, no such list should be considered to be a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Unlisted factors may present significant additional obstacles to the realization of forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements included herein are made as of the date hereof, and Unicycive does not undertake any obligation to update publicly such statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

Contacts:
Remy Bernarda
ir@unicycive.com
(650) 900-5470

SOURCE: Unicycive Therapeutics, Inc.

 

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FAQ

What is the significance of Unicycive Therapeutics joining the Russell Microcap® Index?

Unicycive's addition to the Russell Microcap® Index enhances its visibility and credibility, linking it to a vast pool of assets managed against Russell indexes.

When will Unicycive Therapeutics be added to the Russell Microcap® Index?

Unicycive Therapeutics will be added to the Russell Microcap® Index on September 20, 2021.

What are the benefits of being part of the Russell Microcap® Index for UNCY?

Benefits include increased investor interest, recognition, and potential inclusion in various investment funds that track the index.

How does FTSE Russell determine membership for the Russell indexes?

FTSE Russell determines membership based on objective market-capitalization rankings and style attributes.

What is the market impact of the Russell Microcap® Index membership for Unicycive?

Membership may lead to heightened attention from institutional investors and broaden the company's investment reach.

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