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Hoth Therapeutics Announces Closing of $2.0 Million Registered Direct Offering

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Hoth Therapeutics (Nasdaq: HOTH) closed a registered direct offering on April 2, 2026, selling 2,857,144 shares at $0.70 per share for gross proceeds of approximately $2.0 million. Concurrently, the company sold unregistered warrants exercisable at $0.85 after six months and expiring 5.5 years after issuance. H.C. Wainwright acted as placement agent. The company intends to use net proceeds for general corporate purposes, including working capital.

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Positive

  • Raised approximately $2.0 million in gross proceeds
  • Concurrent warrants provide potential future proceeds at $0.85 exercise

Negative

  • Issued 2,857,144 shares at $0.70 causing dilution to shareholders
  • Warrants could dilute equity if exercised within 5.5 years

News Market Reaction – HOTH

+3.04%
4 alerts
+3.04% Session close to close
$9.54M Market Cap
0.8x Rel. Volume

In the Apr 6 session, HOTH gained 3.04%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction. Our momentum scanner triggered 4 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

This announcement finalizes a previously disclosed registered direct offering, adding 2,857,144 shar...
Analysis

This announcement finalizes a previously disclosed registered direct offering, adding 2,857,144 shares at $0.70 alongside matching warrants at $0.85. It draws on a Form S-3 shelf that permits up to $50 million in primary issuance. Investors may track how frequently this shelf is used, the terms of future financings, and how additional capital interacts with the company’s clinical progress and ongoing cash needs.

Key Figures

Offering gross proceeds: $2.0 million Shares offered: 2,857,144 shares Offering price: $0.70 per share +5 more
8 metrics
Offering gross proceeds $2.0 million Registered direct offering gross proceeds before fees
Shares offered 2,857,144 shares Common stock (or equivalents) sold in registered direct
Offering price $0.70 per share Price for common stock in registered direct offering
Warrant coverage 2,857,144 warrants Unregistered warrants issued in concurrent private placement
Warrant exercise price $0.85 per share Exercise price for unregistered warrants
Warrant exercisability delay 6 months Warrants become exercisable six months after issuance
Warrant term 5.5 years Warrants expire five and one-half years after issuance
Shelf capacity $50 million Maximum primary offering amount under Form S-3 shelf

Previous Offering Reports

1 past event · Latest: Apr 01 (Negative)
Same Type Pattern 1 events
Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Apr 01 Equity offering Negative -34.9% Registered direct equity raise with concurrent warrants for gross proceeds of $2.0M.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent financing news for HOTH has coincided with a sharp negative price reaction, suggesting offerings have been price-sensitive events.

Recent Company History

Over late March and early April 2026, HOTH combined clinical and strategic updates with capital-raising activity. A prior offering announcement on April 1, 2026 for $2.0 million at $0.70 per share, alongside warrants at $0.85, triggered a -34.86% move. Today’s closing release confirms that same transaction. Against a backdrop of earlier positive clinical and patent news, the pattern shows financing headlines drawing the most pronounced price reaction.

Key Terms

registered direct offering, private placement, unregistered warrants, shelf registration statement, +3 more
7 terms
registered direct offering financial
"announced the closing of its previously announced registered direct offering for the purchase"
A registered direct offering is a way for a company to sell new shares of its stock directly to select investors with regulatory approval. This method allows the company to raise funds quickly and efficiently without needing a public auction, similar to offering exclusive access to a limited number of buyers. For investors, it often provides an opportunity to purchase shares at a favorable price, while giving the company immediate access to capital.
private placement financial
"Additionally, in a concurrent private placement, the Company issued and sold unregistered warrants"
A private placement is a sale of securities directly to a selected group of investors, typically institutions or accredited investors, instead of through a public offering. It lets a company raise money faster and with fewer regulatory steps; for existing shareholders it matters because the newly issued shares, often sold at a discount, increase the share count and can dilute their ownership.
unregistered warrants financial
"the Company issued and sold unregistered warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 2,857,144"
Unregistered warrants are instruments that give their holder the right to buy a company's shares at a set price in the future, but they have not been registered with securities regulators for public resale. Because they are limited in who can hold or sell them and often carry resale restrictions, they matter to investors by creating potential future dilution of existing shares and offering a less liquid, higher-risk way to gain exposure compared with registered securities — like a coupon that can only be used or traded under specific conditions.
shelf registration statement regulatory
"pursuant to a "shelf" registration statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-291566)"
A shelf registration statement is a document a company files with regulators that allows it to sell shares or bonds quickly when it’s a good time to raise money. It’s like having a pre-approved plan ready so the company can act fast without going through lengthy paperwork each time they want to sell, making fundraising more flexible.
form s-3 regulatory
"registration statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-291566) that was originally filed"
Form S-3 is a legal document companies use to register their stock sales with the government, making it easier and faster for them to raise money by selling shares to investors. It’s like having a pre-approved shopping list that lets a company quickly sell new shares when they need funds, without going through a lengthy approval process each time.
prospectus supplement regulatory
"only by means of a base prospectus and prospectus supplement that forms a part"
A prospectus supplement is an additional document provided alongside a company's main offering details, offering updated or extra information about a specific financial product being sold. It helps investors understand the latest terms, risks, and details of the investment, similar to how an update or revision clarifies or expands on original instructions, ensuring they have current and complete information before making a decision.
regulation d regulatory
"and/or Regulation D promulgated thereunder, have not been registered under the Act"
Regulation D is a set of rules that govern how companies can raise money from investors without going through the full process required for public stock offerings. It provides simplified options for private placements, making it easier for companies to seek investments from a smaller group of investors. For investors, it offers opportunities to invest in private companies, often with fewer restrictions, but also with different levels of risk and disclosure.

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NEW YORK, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoth Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: HOTH), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for unmet medical needs, today announced the closing of its previously announced registered direct offering for the purchase and sale of an aggregate of 2,857,144 shares of its common stock (or common stock equivalents in lieu thereof) at an offering price of $0.70 per share of common stock (or per common stock equivalent in lieu thereof). Additionally, in a concurrent private placement, the Company issued and sold unregistered warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 2,857,144 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $0.85 per share. The unregistered warrants will become exercisable six months following the date of issuance and will expire five and one-half years following the date of issuance.

H.C. Wainwright & Co. acted as the exclusive placement agent for the offering.

The gross proceeds to the Company from the offering were approximately $2.0 million, before deducting the placement agent's fees and other offering expenses payable by the Company. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from this offering for general corporate purposes, including working capital.

The shares of common stock (or common stock equivalents in lieu thereof) described above (but not the unregistered warrants issued in the concurrent private placement and the shares issuable thereunder) were offered and sold by the Company in a registered direct offering pursuant to a "shelf" registration statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-291566) that was originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on November 17, 2015, and became effective on December 4, 2025. The offering of the shares of common stock (or common stock equivalents in lieu thereof) in the registered direct offering was made only by means of a base prospectus and prospectus supplement that forms a part of the effective registration statement. A final prospectus supplement and the accompanying base prospectus relating to the registered direct offering have been filed with the SEC and are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Electronic copies of the final prospectus supplement and the accompanying base prospectus may also be obtained from H.C. Wainwright & Co., LLC at 430 Park Avenue, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10022, by phone at (212) 856-5711 or e-mail at placements@hcwco.com.

The unregistered warrants issued in the concurrent private placement and the shares issuable upon exercise of such warrants were offered in a private placement under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Act"), and/or Regulation D promulgated thereunder, have not been registered under the Act or applicable state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.

About Hoth Therapeutics, Inc.

Hoth Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative, impactful, and ground-breaking treatments with a goal to improve patient quality of life. We are a catalyst in early-stage pharmaceutical research and development, elevating drugs from the bench to pre-clinical and clinical testing. Utilizing a patient-centric approach, we collaborate and partner with a team of scientists, clinicians, and key opinion leaders to seek out and investigate therapeutics that hold immense potential to create breakthroughs and diversify treatment options. To learn more, please visit https://ir.hoththerapeutics.com/

Forward-Looking Statement

This press release includes forward-looking statements based upon Hoth's current expectations, which may constitute forward-looking statements for the purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other federal securities laws, and are subject to substantial risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. These statements relate to the use of proceeds from the offering and the potential exercise of the unregistered warrants prior to their expiration; Hoth's business strategies; the timing of regulatory submissions; the ability to obtain and maintain regulatory approval of existing product candidates and any other product candidates we may develop, and the labeling under any approval we may obtain; the timing and costs of clinical trials, and the timing and costs of other expenses; market acceptance of our products; the ultimate impact of the current coronavirus pandemic, or any other health epidemic, on our business, our clinical trials, our research programs, healthcare systems, or the global economy as a whole; our intellectual property; our reliance on third-party organizations; our competitive position; our industry environment; our anticipated financial and operating results, including anticipated sources of revenues; our assumptions regarding the size of the available market, benefits of our products, product pricing, and timing of product launches; management's expectation with respect to future acquisitions; statements regarding our goals, intentions, plans, and expectations, including the introduction of new products and markets; and our cash needs and financing plans. There are a number of factors that could cause actual events to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements. You should not place reliance on these forward-looking statements, which include words such as "could," "believe," "anticipate," "intend," "estimate," "expect," "may," "continue," "predict," "potential," "project" or similar terms, variations of such terms, or the negative of those terms. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, the Company cannot guarantee such outcomes. Hoth may not realize its expectations, and its beliefs may not prove correct. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including, without limitation, market and other conditions and the factors described in the section titled "Risk Factors" in Hoth's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Hoth's other filings made with the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All such statements speak only as of the date made. Consequently, forward-looking statements should be regarded solely as Hoth's current plans, estimates, and beliefs. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Hoth cannot guarantee future results, events, levels of activity, performance, or achievements. Hoth does not undertake and specifically declines any obligation to update, republish, or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events, or circumstances or to reflect the occurrences of unanticipated events, except as may be required by applicable law.

Investor Contact:
LR Advisors LLC
Email: investorrelations@hoththerapeutics.com
www.hoththerapeutics.com
Phone: (678) 570-6791

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FAQ

How many shares did Hoth Therapeutics (HOTH) sell in the April 2, 2026 offering?

Hoth sold 2,857,144 shares in the registered direct offering. According to the company, the shares were sold at $0.70 per share for gross proceeds of about $2.0 million.

What are the terms of the warrants issued in Hoth Therapeutics' April 2, 2026 private placement?

Unregistered warrants cover up to 2,857,144 shares with a $0.85 exercise price. According to the company, warrants become exercisable six months after issuance and expire five and one-half years later.

How does the Hoth Therapeutics (HOTH) financing affect company cash and use of proceeds?

The offering generated about $2.0 million in gross proceeds to support operations. According to the company, net proceeds are earmarked for general corporate purposes, including working capital needs.

Who managed the registered direct offering for Hoth Therapeutics (HOTH) on April 2, 2026?

H.C. Wainwright & Co. served as the exclusive placement agent for the offering. According to the company, H.C. Wainwright handled distribution of the prospectus supplement and investor communications.

Will Hoth Therapeutics' (HOTH) warrants be immediately exercisable after the April 2, 2026 issuance?

No. The unregistered warrants are not immediately exercisable and become exercisable six months after issuance. According to the company, they then remain exercisable until five and one-half years from issuance.