Puretech Health Stock Price, News & Analysis

The Annual General Meeting of PureTech Health plc (Nasdaq: PRTC) took place on May 27, 2021, with all proposed resolutions passing successfully. Key results include:

• Approval of the Annual Report for 2020: 100% votes in favor.
• Directors’ Remuneration Report: 89.74% approval.
• Directors’ Remuneration Policy: 83.90% approval.
• Election of directors Dr. Raju Kucherlapati and Dame Marjorie Scardino received 98.73% and 98.54% approval, respectively.
• Reappointment of KPMG LLP as Auditors: 99.90% approval.

These results reflect strong shareholder support for the Company's governance and financial reporting.

PureTech Health plc (Nasdaq: PRTC) noted a significant development from its Founded Entity Gelesis, which presented findings at the AACE 2021 Annual Meeting. A post-hoc analysis indicated that Plenity treatment led to a decline in the NALFD fibrosis score, a marker for liver fibrosis, compared to the placebo group. This analysis supports further trials of Plenity for metabolic-related liver diseases. Gelesis aims to enroll the first patient for a clinical study of its therapeutic candidate in NASH/NAFLD by the year's end.

PureTech Health (Nasdaq: PRTC) announced that Akili Interactive has raised $160 million through a combination of equity and debt financing. The financing includes a $110 million Series D equity round led by Neuberger Berman Funds, with participation from new and existing investors. This round brings Akili’s total equity funding to $230 million. The funds will enhance commercialization efforts for Akili's flagship product, EndeavorRx™, the first prescription video game treatment, and further support the development of digital therapeutics for cognitive disorders.

PureTech Health (Nasdaq: PRTC) announced that Daphne Zohar, Founder and CEO, will participate in a fireside chat at the Jefferies Virtual Healthcare Conference on June 2nd at 9:00 AM EST. The event will be webstreamed for broader access. PureTech is dedicated to developing differentiated medicines for severe diseases and boasts a pipeline of 26 therapeutic candidates. Their expertise focuses on the BIG Axis, integrating brain, immune, and gut biology for innovative treatment options.

PureTech Health (Nasdaq: PRTC) announced the formation of a Clinical Advisory Board to advance LYT-100 (deupirfenidone) for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and related lung diseases. The board consists of renowned experts in fibrosing lung diseases who will assist in the development of LYT-100, which aims to improve patient compliance due to its favorable safety profile compared to existing treatments. With around 200,000 patients affected by IPF in the U.S., this initiative addresses a significant medical need as current options have tolerability issues.

PureTech Health (Nasdaq: PRTC) announced new preclinical research published in Nature that suggests enhancing meningeal lymphatic drainage could significantly improve clinical outcomes for Alzheimer’s disease. The study links impaired lymphatic function to microglia activation issues, affecting treatment efficacy. This research potentially paves the way for new therapeutic approaches, working alongside existing immunotherapies targeting amyloid beta. PureTech holds an exclusive license for this intellectual property and is advancing this research within its meningeal lymphatics program.

PureTech Health plc (Nasdaq: PRTC) announced that its founded entity, Gelesis, appointed Jane Wildman to its Board of Directors. Wildman brings extensive experience from prominent companies and has a track record of success in brand growth. As Gelesis prepares for the U.S. launch of its weight management product, Plenity®, Wildman's marketing expertise is expected to significantly contribute to the company's strategies. Previously, she led Pampers at Procter & Gamble, doubling its sales from $4 billion to $8 billion. Gelesis focuses on innovative treatments for weight management and related health issues.

Vedanta Biosciences, a pioneering clinical-stage microbiome company, announces CEO Bernat Olle's participation in the 2021 Jefferies Virtual Microbiome-Based Therapeutics Summit on April 22, 2021. He will present on challenges and opportunities in microbiome-based therapeutics. A pre-recording of the presentations will be available at 8:00 AM ET on the same day. Vedanta focuses on developing oral therapies for immune-mediated diseases using defined bacterial consortia, overcoming limitations of donor-derived methods, with a robust clinical pipeline targeting conditions like C. difficile infection and inflammatory bowel diseases.

PureTech Health plc (Nasdaq: PRTC) announced its financial results for the year ending December 31, 2020, along with its cash balance as of March 31, 2021. The report highlights the company's commitment to developing innovative therapies for serious diseases. With a focus on clinical-stage biotherapeutics, PureTech aims to enhance patient outcomes through its advanced pharmaceutical solutions. The full financial details are accessible via the SEC's Form 20-F and on the company’s investor relations website.