Clene to Present at the Emerging Growth Conference
Rhea-AI Summary
Clene (Nasdaq: CLNN) will present a corporate update at the Emerging Growth Conference on February 25, 2026 at 1:45 p.m. ET. The presentation will be virtual and available live via webcast and later as a replay on the conference portal and YouTube.
The webcast can be accessed through Clene's Events page or by registering at the conference webcast link; a replay will be posted after the event.
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News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, CLNN declined 4.87%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction. Our momentum scanner triggered 2 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $3M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $57M at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
CLNN was up 7.11% pre-news while close peers showed mixed moves: ATPC +4.9%, BRLS -4.26%, PAVS -1.57%, LSF +0.35%, FARM +0.68%. With no peers in the momentum scanner and no same-day peer headlines, the move appears stock-specific rather than sector-driven.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16 | Conference presentation | Neutral | -1.2% | Announced Jan 21, 2026 Emerging Growth Conference corporate update webcast. |
| Jan 12 | Clinical biomarker data | Positive | -19.0% | Additional CNM-Au8 biomarker data and FDA Type C meeting for potential NDA path. |
| Jan 09 | Registered direct offering | Negative | +7.1% | Approx. $28M registered direct offering with tranche-linked warrants at $6.50 units. |
| Dec 09 | Conference presentation | Neutral | +6.3% | Corporate update at Dec 10, 2025 Emerging Growth Conference via live webcast. |
| Dec 03 | ALS biomarker results | Positive | -22.0% | Statistically significant ALS biomarker results for CNM-Au8 supporting accelerated approval. |
Recent history shows frequent divergence: positive clinical and financing news often saw negative reactions, while neutral conference updates produced mixed but generally aligned moves.
Over the last few months, CLNN has issued multiple clinically focused and financing updates alongside recurring Emerging Growth Conference appearances. Positive ALS biomarker and survival data and accelerated-approval discussions (e.g., Dec 3, 2025 and Jan 12, 2026) were followed by notable share price drops, while a registered direct offering of about $28M on Jan 9, 2026 saw a positive reaction. Neutral conference presentations on Dec 10, 2025 and Jan 21, 2026 produced modest, mixed moves. Today’s new conference appearance fits this pattern of ongoing corporate communication rather than a fresh clinical or financing catalyst.
Regulatory & Risk Context
An active Form S-3 shelf dated Sep 5, 2025 covers up to 491,496 resale shares issuable from conversions of senior secured convertible notes. The company receives no proceeds from these resales, having already raised cash via the notes, and the prospectus flags recurring losses, low cash, covenant constraints, and substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement schedules a virtual corporate update on February 25, 2026 at 1:45 p.m. ET at the Emerging Growth Conference, continuing Clene’s pattern of using this forum for investor communication. Against a backdrop of recent ALS biomarker data, a registered direct offering, and an active S-3 resale shelf with going-concern disclosure, investors may focus less on the event itself and more on forthcoming clinical, regulatory, and financing milestones that could reshape the risk profile.
Key Terms
mitochondrial medical
neuronal medical
neurodegenerative diseases medical
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) medical
multiple sclerosis (MS) medical
webcast technical
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SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clene Inc. (Nasdaq: CLNN) (along with its subsidiaries, “Clene”) and its wholly owned subsidiary Clene Nanomedicine Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on improving mitochondrial health and protecting neuronal function to treat neurodegenerative diseases, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and multiple sclerosis (MS), today announced that management will present at the Emerging Growth Conference.
Virtual Presentation Details
Date: February 25, 2026
Time of Presentation: 1:45 p.m. ET
Format: Corporate update
A webcast of the presentation will be available on the “Events” section of the Clene website. Alternatively, one can register for and view the webcast here: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1740947&tp_key=dbde48090b&sti=clnn . A replay of the presentation will also be available through the conference portal and the Emerging Growth YouTube Channel, http://www.YouTube.com/EmergingGrowthConference, following the event.
About the Emerging Growth Conference
The Emerging Growth conference is an effective way for public companies to present and communicate their new products, services and other major announcements to the investment community from the convenience of their office, in a time efficient manner.
The Conference focus and coverage includes companies in a wide range of growth sectors, with strong management teams, innovative products & services, focused strategy, execution, and the overall potential for long term growth. Its audience includes potentially tens of thousands of Individual and Institutional investors, as well as Investment advisors and analysts.
All sessions will be conducted through video webcasts and will take place in the Eastern time zone.
About Clene
Clene Inc., (Nasdaq: CLNN) (along with its subsidiaries, “Clene”) and its wholly owned subsidiary Clene Nanomedicine Inc., is a late clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on improving mitochondrial health and protecting neuronal function to treat neurodegenerative diseases, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis. CNM-Au8® is an investigational first-in-class therapy that improves central nervous system cells’ survival and function via a mechanism that targets mitochondrial function and the NAD pathway while reducing oxidative stress. CNM-Au8® is a federally registered trademark of Clene Nanomedicine, Inc. The company is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with R&D and manufacturing operations in Maryland. For more information, please visit www.clene.com or follow us on X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn.
Investor Contact
Kevin Gardner
LifeSci Advisors
kgardner@lifesciadvisors.com
617-283-2856