Incyte Corporation - INCY STOCK NEWS

Incyte (Nasdaq: INCY) announced the issuance of restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and stock options to 27 new employees under the 2024 Inducement Stock Incentive Plan. The total RSUs granted represent 14,577 shares, and stock options represent 18,149 shares of the company's common stock. The grants were approved by the compensation committee and set to begin vesting on July 1, 2024. Each RSU will vest 25% annually over four years, contingent on continued employment. The stock options have a $60.87 exercise price, with a ten-year term, and will vest 25% after one year, with the remaining 75% vesting monthly over the next three years.

Incyte (Nasdaq: INCY) announced the final results of its Dutch auction tender offer, concluding on June 10, 2024. The company aimed to buy up to $1.672 billion in shares at $60.00 per share. A total of 29,821,563 shares were tendered, and Incyte accepted 27,866,666 shares, representing 12.4% of its total outstanding shares. Additionally, Incyte entered into a stock purchase agreement with Baker Entities to buy 5,459,183 shares at the same price, totaling $328 million. Overall, the company will repurchase 33,325,849 shares for approximately $2.0 billion, representing 14.8% of its outstanding shares.

Incyte (Nasdaq: INCY) announced the preliminary results of its $1.672 billion modified 'Dutch auction' tender offer for common stock, which ended on June 10, 2024. Approximately 29.8 million shares were tendered at or below $60 per share, with a preliminary proration factor of 93.4%. Incyte expects to buy around 27.9 million shares, representing 12.4% of its total outstanding shares. Additionally, a separate agreement with Baker Entities will see Incyte repurchasing 33.3 million shares at $60 per share, totaling about $2.0 billion. This accounts for approximately 14.8% of the company's total shares. Final figures will be confirmed post the guaranteed delivery period.

Incyte (Nasdaq: INCY) announced the grant of restricted stock unit awards (RSUs) and stock options to 17 new employees under its 2024 Inducement Stock Incentive Plan. The awards include 14,090 RSUs and options to purchase 9,238 shares, with a grant date and vesting commencement date of June 3, 2024. Each RSU vests 25% annually over four years, while the stock options have an exercise price of $58.80 per share, a ten-year term, and vest 25% after one year with the remainder vesting in 36 equal monthly installments. These inducements were approved by Incyte's compensation committee under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).

Incyte (Nasdaq: INCY) has completed its acquisition of Escient Pharmaceuticals, a clinical-stage company specializing in novel small molecule therapeutics for systemic immune and neuro-immune disorders. This $750 million deal, plus Escient's remaining net cash, enhances Incyte's Inflammation and Autoimmunity (IAI) pipeline. Key assets acquired include EP262, aimed at treating mast cell-mediated diseases, and EP547, targeting cholestatic pruritus. This acquisition underscores Incyte's commitment to innovative therapies for severe inflammatory diseases and leverages Escient’s pioneering work in MRGPR biology.

Incyte (Nasdaq: INCY) has announced the acquisition of two office buildings in downtown Wilmington, Delaware, at 1100 North King Street and 1100 North French Street. This marks the company's fourth expansion in Delaware since 2014. The new premises will consolidate its U.S. teams and provide room for future growth. The King Street building, set to open in 2026, will initially house over 400 employees, including U.S. Oncology and Dermatology teams and global corporate staff. The North French Street building is intended for future expansion. CEO Hervé Hoppenot highlighted the company's commitment to Delaware and its role in supporting innovation and collaboration. Local government officials, including Governor Carney and Mayor Purzycki, praised the move for its positive economic impact and job creation.

Incyte (Nasdaq: INCY) announced its participation in the Goldman Sachs 45th Annual Global Healthcare Conference scheduled for Monday, June 10, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. (EDT) in Miami. The event will be webcast live and can be accessed via Investor.Incyte.com, with a replay available for 30 days.

Incyte (Nasdaq: INCY) will present multiple abstracts from its oncology portfolio at the 2024 ASCO Annual Meeting (May 31 – June 4) and EHA2024 Congress (June 13-16). Key studies include:

ASCO: INCB099280 - Phase 1 Small-Molecule PD-L1 inhibitor study, INCB057643 - Phase 1 BET inhibitor study.

EHA: Ruxolitinib - Multiple studies on Polycythemia Vera and Myelofibrosis, Zilurgisertib - ALK2 inhibitor studies, INCB160058 - Novel therapy for JAK2V617F mutant Myeloproliferative Neoplasms, Axatilimab - Graft-Versus-Host Disease study, Pemigatinib - Phase 2 study on Myeloid/Lymphoid Neoplasms, Tafasitamab - CD19 expression in Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma.

These presentations highlight Incyte's commitment to developing new cancer treatments.

Incyte announced a $2.0 billion share repurchase authorization, with a Dutch Auction tender offer to repurchase up to $1.672 billion of outstanding common shares. The offer reflects confidence in the company's future outlook, product portfolio, and clinical pipeline. A separate stock purchase agreement with Baker Entities will repurchase up to $328.0 million of common stock, enabling them to maintain their ownership level. The tender offer, expiring on June 10, 2024, allows stockholders to tender shares within a price range for repurchase.