Windtree Therapeutics, Inc. - WINT STOCK NEWS

Windtree Therapeutics, Inc. (NasdaqCM: WINT) announced the appointment of Diane Carman as Senior Vice President and General Counsel, effective July 1, 2021. Ms. Carman, with over 20 years of experience in the biotech sector, has a proven track record in legal compliance, corporate governance, and M&A. She previously served as General Counsel for various companies, including Vitara Biomedical. Her appointment is expected to bolster Windtree's legal framework as it advances late-stage interventions for acute cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders. Ms. Carman received stock options to purchase 150,000 shares as part of her inducement to join the company.

Windtree Therapeutics (WINT) reported Q1 2021 results, highlighting an operating loss of $9.1 million, up from $6.7 million in Q1 2020. Research and development expenses increased to $4.4 million, driven by clinical development for istaroxime. The company raised approximately $30 million in equity financing, netting $27.4 million. Key updates include expanding a Phase 2 clinical study for istaroxime and dosing the first patient in a study of lucinactant for COVID-19 related acute lung injury. Cash and equivalents stood at $38.5 million as of March 31, 2021.

Windtree Therapeutics (NasdaqCM: WINT) announced the filing of a Track One prioritized patent application with the USPTO for istaroxime. This expedited process is expected to yield examination results within one year, compared to the usual three years. Istaroxime, the company's lead asset, is under development for early cardiogenic shock and acute heart failure (AHF). The company is conducting an international study involving 60 patients to evaluate istaroxime's efficacy. Following positive phase 2 trials, Windtree plans further phase 2b trials to optimize therapy for specific patient populations.

Windtree Therapeutics reported a net loss of $32.6 million for 2020, with an operating loss of $30.3 million. In Q4 2020, the company had a net loss of $7.5 million, reflecting increased expenses in R&D and G&A. The company completed a $30 million equity financing in Q1 2021, netting approximately $27.3 million to fund ongoing clinical trials for istaroxime and KL4 surfactant. The company also announced a new patent for its AEROSURF device, extending protection until 2039. Cash and equivalents stood at $16.9 million at year-end 2020.

Windtree Therapeutics, Inc. (NasdaqCM: WINT) has closed a public offering of 9,230,500 shares of common stock at $3.25 per share, generating gross proceeds of approximately $30 million. The offering included warrants to purchase an equal number of shares at an exercise price of $3.60. Proceeds will fund the advancement of the lead product istaroxime for acute heart failure and continue developing other pipeline candidates. Oppenheimer & Co. and Ladenburg Thalmann acted as managers for the offering, which was conducted under a previously effective shelf registration statement.

Windtree Therapeutics (WINT) announced the pricing of a public offering of 9,230,500 shares of common stock at $3.25 each, including warrants to purchase the same number of shares. The offering aims to raise approximately $30 million in gross proceeds, set to close on March 25, 2021. Funds will be allocated for advancing istaroxime, a new treatment for acute heart failure, and other pipeline candidates, alongside general corporate expenses.

Windtree Therapeutics, Inc. (NasdaqCM: WINT) has initiated an underwritten public offering of its common stock and warrants, intended to finance the advancement of its lead product, istaroxime, for acute heart failure, alongside other pipeline candidates. The offering is contingent on market conditions, with no guarantee on its completion or terms. Proceeds will also support a second phase 2b clinical trial and general corporate purposes. Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. and Ladenburg Thalmann & Co. Inc. are managing the offering, filed under Windtree's shelf registration statement.

Windtree Therapeutics (NasdaqCM: WINT) announced an extension of its collaboration with the University of Milan-Bicocca to develop new SERCA2a compounds aimed at treating chronic and acute heart failure. Over the next year, the focus will be on characterizing SERCA2a activators and their interactions with related proteins. This collaboration bolsters Windtree's SERCA2a program, which includes istaroxime, a dual-action agent currently in a Phase 2 study for acute decompensated heart failure and granted Fast Track designation by the FDA based on positive trial results.

Windtree Therapeutics, Inc. (NasdaqCM: WINT) announced that CEO Craig Fraser will present at the Oppenheimer 31st Annual Healthcare Conference on March 16, 2021, at 10:40 AM ET. A live audio webcast will be available on Windtree's website, with a replay accessible for 30 days. Windtree is focused on developing therapies for acute cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders, including its lead candidate istaroxime for heart failure and AEROSURF® for respiratory distress in infants. For more details, visit www.windtreetx.com.