Moleculin Biotec Stock Price, News & Analysis

Moleculin Biotech, Inc. (Nasdaq: MBRX), a clinical stage pharmaceutical company, announced that its CEO, Walter Klemp, will present at the 2021 Cantor Virtual Global Healthcare Conference on September 27, 2021, at 8:40 AM ET. Moleculin will also offer virtual one-on-one meetings for qualified investors. The live webcast will be accessible on the Investors section of their website, with a replay available for 90 days.

Moleculin Biotech, Inc. (Nasdaq: MBRX) announced that CEO Walter Klemp will present at the virtual Oppenheimer Fall Healthcare Life Sciences and MedTech Summit on September 20, 2021, at 4:35 PM ET. The management team will also hold virtual one-on-one meetings with registered investors. A live webcast of the presentation will be available on the Company's website, with a replay accessible for 90 days post-event. Moleculin focuses on developing drug candidates for highly resistant tumors and viruses, including Annamycin for acute myeloid leukemia and WP1066 for brain tumors.

On September 8, 2021, Moleculin Biotech, Inc. (Nasdaq: MBRX) announced that CEO Walter Klemp will present at the H.C. Wainwright 23rd Annual Global Investment Conference from September 13-15, 2021. The company specializes in developing drug candidates for resistant tumors and viruses.

Management will also hold virtual one-on-one meetings with registered investors. A video webcast of the presentation will be available on-demand on September 13, 2021, at 7:00 AM ET and archived for 90 days.

Moleculin Biotech, Inc. (Nasdaq: MBRX) reported its financial results for Q2 2021, showing R&D expenses of $3.0 million, down from $3.3 million in Q2 2020, primarily due to previous cost timings. General and administrative expenses rose to $2.4 million, up from $1.7 million, driven by increased consulting fees. The company reported a net loss of $8.7 million for the first half of 2021, an improvement from $11.3 million in 2020. Moleculin ended the quarter with $79.5 million in cash, sufficient for projected operating needs through 2024. Upcoming milestones include progress in multiple clinical trials.

Moleculin Biotech, Inc. (Nasdaq: MBRX) has received approval from the Bioethics Committee of the Medical University of Poznań and the Polish Department of Registration of Medicinal Products for a protocol amendment in its Phase 1/2 trial of Annamycin, aimed at treating acute myeloid leukemia (AML). This amendment permits continued dose escalation based on new dose-limiting toxicity (DLT) criteria, allowing the study to evaluate Annamycin's safety further. Preliminary data shows promising clinical benefits and a clean safety profile. Annamycin has also received Fast Track Status and Orphan Drug Designation from the FDA.

Moleculin Biotech (Nasdaq: MBRX) has initiated enrollment and has dosed its first patient in a Phase 1b/2 clinical trial of Annamycin, aimed at treating soft tissue sarcoma (STS) lung metastases. This trial addresses serious limitations in existing chemotherapy options, particularly the cardiotoxicity associated with doxorubicin. Annamycin has shown promising results in animal models, demonstrating superior lung accumulation and reduced cardiotoxicity. With Fast Track Status and Orphan Drug Designation from the FDA, this study may fill a significant therapeutic gap in treating resistant tumors.

Moleculin Biotech, Inc. (Nasdaq: MBRX) announced its inclusion in the Russell 2000® Index, effective after market close on June 25, 2021. This milestone reflects the company's ongoing efforts to gain market exposure for its drug development programs targeting resistant tumors and viruses. The Russell 2000® Index represents about 10% of the total market capitalization of the Russell 3000® Index, which utilizes approximately $9 trillion in assets for investment benchmarks. Moleculin is focused on developing oncology drug candidates, including Annamycin for acute myeloid leukemia, and WP1066 for various cancers.

Moleculin Biotech, Inc. (Nasdaq: MBRX) has received clearance to initiate its Phase 1b/2 clinical trial for Annamycin, targeting soft tissue sarcoma (STS) lung metastases. The trial aims to evaluate patient safety and optimal dosing, following promising animal data indicating Annamycin's superior lung accumulation and lack of cardiotoxicity compared to doxorubicin. Up to 25 subjects will be enrolled, and the study has Fast Track and Orphan Drug Designation from the FDA. A second trial in Europe is anticipated, alongside ongoing developments in oncology drug candidates.

Moleculin Biotech (MBRX) reported its Q1 financial results on May 12, 2021, highlighting significant advancements in its oncology portfolio. Key achievements include receiving Rare Pediatric Disease Designation for WP1066, Fast Track Designation for Annamycin, and successfully closing a public offering for approximately $78 million. Total R&D expenses rose to $4.1 million, with a net loss of $4.4 million. The company has the potential for up to seven clinical trials this year, indicating strong momentum for future growth and shareholder value.