Biomea Fusion Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Corporate Highlights
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Biomea Fusion (Nasdaq: BMEA) reported second quarter 2026 results and clinical updates for its diabetes and obesity programs. Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash were $35.2 million as of June 30, 2026, with a projected runway into the second quarter of 2027. Net loss attributable to common stockholders was $8.3 million for Q2 2026 versus $20.7 million a year earlier; first-half 2026 net loss was $20.7 million versus $50.0 million in 2025.
R&D expenses fell to $9.1 million for Q2 (from $16.6 million), and G&A to $3.6 million (from $4.7 million), largely due to lower headcount and external costs. Phase II T2D trials COVALENT-211 and COVALENT-212 are enrolling, with 26-week primary endpoint data expected in Q1 2027 and Q2 2027, respectively. In T1D, 52-week COVALENT-112 data showed a 52% increase in mean C-peptide AUC at Week 12 in a small subgroup and durable preservation through Week 52, supporting a planned Phase II trial with extended dosing and possible combination therapy.
Biomea also advanced obesity initiatives, including the Phase I GLP-131 (BMF-650) trial with 28-day weight reduction data expected in Q3 2026, and a new research collaboration with the University of Leicester to study icovamenib plus semaglutide in a Phase II obesity trial.
Positive
- Net loss sharply reduced: Q2 2026 net loss $8.3M vs. $20.7M in 2025; six-month loss $20.7M vs. $50.0M
- Operating expenses reduced: Q2 2026 R&D $9.1M vs. $16.6M; G&A $3.6M vs. $4.7M
- Extended cash runway: $35.2M in cash and equivalents, projected to fund operations into Q2 2027
- T1D COVALENT-112 data: 52% increase in mean C-peptide AUC at Week 12 in recent-onset cohort, largely preserved through Week 52
- Multiple Phase II programs: Ongoing T2D COVALENT-211 and -212 with primary endpoint readouts expected Q1 and Q2 2027
- Obesity pipeline progress: Phase I BMF-650 trial expanded, with 28-day weight reduction data anticipated in Q3 2026 and new semaglutide combination collaboration
Negative
- Cash balance declined: $35.2M at June 30, 2026 vs. $56.2M at December 31, 2025
- Continuing net losses: Six-month 2026 net loss $20.7M, indicating ongoing cash burn despite cost reductions
- Balance sheet weakening: Working capital down to $25.6M and stockholders' equity to $12.1M from $46.9M and $29.6M at year-end 2025
- Small T1D sample size: Key 52-week COVALENT-112 C-peptide result based on 3 patients at 200 mg dose
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Previous Earnings Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
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| May 11 | Q1 earnings report | Positive | +0.6% | Narrower loss, reduced expenses, and continued clinical program enrollment |
| Mar 24 | FY2025 earnings report | Positive | +8.0% | Lower annual loss, reduced R&D spending, and clinical program progress |
| Nov 04 | Q3 earnings report | Positive | +6.3% | Durable clinical data, BMF-650 dosing, and reduced operating expenses |
| Aug 05 | Q2 earnings report | Positive | +0.6% | Clinical progress, public offering, and reduced quarterly operating expenses |
| May 05 | Q1 earnings report | Negative | -16.5% | Strategic realignment, workforce reduction, and reduced cash runway |
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- Enrollment ongoing for the Phase II COVALENT-211 clinical trial in patients with insulin deficiency in Type 2 diabetes (“T2D”); data expected in the first quarter of 2027
- Enrollment also ongoing for the Phase II COVALENT-212 clinical trial in patients with T2D not achieving glycemic targets while on glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (“GLP-1 RA”)-based therapy; data expected in the second quarter of 2027
- Phase I GLP-131 (BMF-650) obesity clinical trial on track with initial 28-day weight reduction data expected in the third quarter of 2026
- Research collaboration initiated with the University of Leicester to evaluate icovamenib in combination with semaglutide in a Phase II clinical trial in obesity
- Cash runway projected into the second quarter of 2027
SAN CARLOS, Calif., Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biomea Fusion, Inc. (“Biomea” or “Biomea Fusion” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: BMEA), a clinical-stage diabetes and obesity company, today reported its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, and provided a business update.
“The second quarter marked continued execution across our diabetes and obesity programs. We are near completion of enrollment in our COVALENT-211 Phase II clinical trial, continue to advance enrollment in COVALENT-212, and remain on track to report initial 28-day clinical weight reduction data from our BMF-650 Phase I clinical trial in the third quarter,” said Mick Hitchcock, Ph.D., Interim Chief Executive Officer of Biomea Fusion. “The Type 1 diabetes data presented at the American Diabetes Association’s Scientific Sessions strengthened our confidence in icovamenib’s potential to preserve and improve endogenous insulin secretion, providing additional evidence that this program may have potential to address a significant unmet need. We are excited to advance the planned Phase II clinical trial in Type 1 diabetes patients and look forward to providing updates on this important program.”
Recent Corporate Highlights:
Icovamenib
Potential First-in-Class Oral Small Molecule Product Candidate Targeting Menin for Diabetes
- Two Phase II clinical trials evaluating icovamenib in T2D are ongoing:
- COVALENT-211, a Phase II, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in patients with insulin-deficient T2D not achieving glycemic targets despite standard of care therapy. The trial is currently enrolling patients, with 26-week primary endpoint data expected in the first quarter of 2027.
- COVALENT-212, a Phase II, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in patients with T2D not achieving glycemic targets while on a GLP-1 RA-based therapy. The trial is currently enrolling patients, with 26-week primary endpoint data expected in the second quarter of 2027.
- The Company presented 52-week follow-up data from the Phase II COVALENT-112 clinical trial evaluating icovamenib in Type 1 diabetes (“T1D”) patients at the American Diabetes Association’s (“ADA”) Scientific Sessions:
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52% increase from baseline in mean C-peptide AUC at Week 12 was observed in T1D patients diagnosed within 0 to 3 years who received icovamenib 200 mg (n=3). The effect was durable, with mean C-peptide AUC largely preserved through Week 52 following completion of the 12-week dosing period (~7% decline from baseline). - Preservation of C-peptide also observed in T1D patients diagnosed between 3-15 years (n=9).
- Icovamenib was generally well tolerated across all dosing arms and demonstrated a favorable safety and tolerability profile through Week 52.
- Planning a Phase II clinical trial in recently diagnosed T1D patients (≤ 3 years since diagnosis), in collaboration with four U.S. academic centers, to evaluate extended dosing (6-12 months) of icovamenib 200 mg and assess potential combination with an immunosuppressive agent; trial initiation expected in the second half of the year at leading centers including the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes, Joslin Diabetes Center, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Diabetes Division, and the University of Miami Diabetes Research Institute.
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- Announced a research collaboration with the University of Leicester to evaluate icovamenib in a Phase II clinical trial in combination with semaglutide in obesity through a newly activated experimental arm of the Open Label Adaptive Platform Trial. The randomized, double-blind study will assess physical function, body weight, body composition, muscle health and metabolic outcomes, with the primary endpoint assessed at Week 24. Enrollment is expected to begin in the third quarter of 2026.
BMF-650
Next-generation Oral Small Molecule GLP-1 RA Product Candidate for Obesity
- GLP-131, a Phase I randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial evaluating the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of BMF-650 in otherwise healthy overweight or obese participants is ongoing.
- The Company expanded its Phase I BMF-650 trial to evaluate a rapid one-step titration and enhanced weight loss potential with its oral GLP-1 receptor agonist.
- Initial 28-day clinical weight reduction data from the Phase I GLP-131 clinical trial is anticipated in the third quarter of 2026.
Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results
- Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash: As of June 30, 2026, the Company had cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash of
$35.2 million . - Net Loss: The Company reported a net loss attributable to common stockholders of
$8.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, which included$1.6 million of stock-based compensation, compared to a net loss of$20.7 million for the same period in 2025, which included$2.6 million of stock-based compensation. The Company reported a net loss attributable to common stockholders of$20.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, which included$3.2 million of stock-based compensation, compared to a net loss of$50.0 million for the same period in 2025, which included$5.7 million of stock-based compensation. - Research and Development (“R&D”) Expenses: R&D expenses were
$9.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, compared to$16.6 million for the same period in 2025. The decrease of$7.4 million was primarily driven by a decrease of$1.5 million related to preclinical and exploratory programs, a decrease of$1.3 million in other external costs related to consultants, advisors and other professional services to support our clinical studies, and a decrease of$1.0 million of manufacturing costs, offset by an increase of$0.6 million related to clinical activities. Personnel-related expenses decreased by$2.5 million , including stock-based compensation, due to a decrease in headcount. Facilities and other allocated expenses decreased by$1.7 million due to a decrease in rent and facilities-related costs. R&D expenses were$18.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to$39.5 million for the same period in 2025. The decrease of$21.2 million was primarily driven by a decrease of$10.7 million in external costs primarily driven by a decrease of$3.1 million related to clinical activities, a decrease of$3.4 million related to preclinical and exploratory programs, a decrease of$3.2 million in other external costs related to consultants, advisors and other professional services to support our clinical studies, and a decrease of$1.0 million of manufacturing costs. Personnel-related expenses decreased by$7.0 million , including stock-based compensation, due to a decrease in headcount. Facilities and other allocated expenses decreased by$3.5 million due to a decrease in rent and facilities-related costs. - General and Administrative (“G&A”) Expenses: G&A expenses were
$3.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, compared to$4.7 million for the same period in 2025. The decrease of$1.1 million was primarily driven by a decrease of$0.9 million related to personnel-related expenses, including stock-based compensation, due to a decrease in headcount and a decrease of$0.1 million of corporate-related expenses. Facilities and other allocated expenses decreased by$0.1 million . G&A expenses were$7.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to$11.5 million for the same period in 2025. The decrease of$4.2 million was primarily driven by a decrease of$2.7 million related to personnel-related expenses, including stock-based compensation, due to a decrease in headcount and a decrease of$1.3 million of corporate-related expenses. Facilities and other allocated expenses decreased by$0.2 million .
About Biomea Fusion
Biomea Fusion is a clinical-stage diabetes and obesity medicines company focused on the development of its oral small molecule therapies, icovamenib and BMF-650, for diabetes and obesity. These programs target metabolic disorders, a global health challenge affecting nearly half of Americans and one-fifth of the world’s population. Biomea’s mission is to deliver transformative treatments that restore health for patients living with diabetes, obesity, and related conditions. We aim to cure.
Visit us at biomeafusion.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X and Facebook.
Forward-Looking Statements
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Contact:
Meichiel Jennifer Weiss
Sr. Director of Investor Relations and Corporate Development
ir@biomeafusion.com
| BIOMEA FUSION, INC. Condensed Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Loss (Unaudited) (in thousands, except share and per share data) | ||||||||||||||||
| Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended | |||||||||||||||
| June 30, | June 30, | |||||||||||||||
| 2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | |||||||||||||
| Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||||||
| Research and development(1) | $ | 9,142 | $ | 16,566 | $ | 18,262 | $ | 39,463 | ||||||||
| General and administrative(1) | 3,624 | 4,710 | 7,278 | 11,525 | ||||||||||||
| Total operating expenses | 12,766 | 21,276 | 25,540 | 50,988 | ||||||||||||
| Loss from operations | (12,766 | ) | (21,276 | ) | (25,540 | ) | (50,988 | ) | ||||||||
| Change in fair value of common warrant liability | 4,119 | 227 | 3,538 | 227 | ||||||||||||
| Gain on sale of property and equipment | — | — | 510 | — | ||||||||||||
| Interest and other income, net | 319 | 309 | 749 | 759 | ||||||||||||
| Net and comprehensive loss | $ | (8,328 | ) | $ | (20,740 | ) | $ | (20,743 | ) | $ | (50,002 | ) | ||||
| Net loss per common share, basic and diluted | $ | (0.12 | ) | $ | (0.51 | ) | $ | (0.29 | ) | $ | (1.29 | ) | ||||
| Weighted-average number of common shares used to compute basic and diluted net loss per common share | 72,360,235 | 40,630,403 | 72,330,005 | 38,639,834 | ||||||||||||
| (1) Includes stock-based compensation as follows (non-cash operating expenses): | ||||||||||||||||
| Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended | |||||||||||||||
| June 30, | June 30, | |||||||||||||||
| 2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | |||||||||||||
| Research and development | $ | 779 | $ | 1,568 | $ | 1,563 | $ | 3,488 | ||||||||
| General and administrative | 808 | 1,005 | 1,606 | 2,254 | ||||||||||||
| Total stock-based compensation expense | $ | 1,587 | $ | 2,573 | $ | 3,169 | $ | 5,742 | ||||||||
| BIOMEA FUSION, INC. Condensed Balance Sheet Data (Unaudited) (in thousands) | ||||||||
| June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
| 2026 | 2025 | |||||||
| Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash | $ | 35,193 | $ | 56,181 | ||||
| Working capital | $ | 25,576 | $ | 46,949 | ||||
| Total assets | $ | 36,873 | $ | 58,572 | ||||
| Stockholders' equity | $ | 12,137 | $ | 29,552 | ||||
