Rhythm Pharmaceu Stock Price, News & Analysis

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) announced the closing of its public offering of 5,750,000 common shares at $30.00 each on February 9, 2021, raising approximately $172.5 million in gross proceeds. This included the full exercise of a 750,000-share underwriter option. The offering was facilitated by Morgan Stanley, BofA Securities, Cowen, and Stifel as joint managers and was conducted under a previously filed shelf registration. Rhythm focuses on therapies for rare genetic obesity diseases and has FDA-approved treatment IMCIVREE for specific genetic deficiencies.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) announced a public offering of 5,000,000 shares at $30.00 each, aiming to fund its efforts in treating rare genetic obesity diseases. Additionally, underwriters have a 30-day option for 750,000 more shares. The offering, structured under an SEC shelf registration filed in 2018, is set to conclude on February 9, 2021. Morgan Stanley, BofA Securities, Cowen, and Stifel are managing the offering. The company emphasizes that this announcement is not a sales offer and acknowledges potential risks, including market conditions and clinical trial outcomes.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) announced a proposed public offering of $150 million of its common stock, with a potential additional $22.5 million if underwriters exercise their option. The offering is managed by Morgan Stanley, BofA Securities, Cowen, and Stifel, and is subject to market conditions. The shares will be offered under a shelf registration statement filed with the SEC. This move aims to bolster the company's capabilities to develop therapies for rare genetic obesity diseases.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) announced positive results from its Phase 2 Basket Study, demonstrating proof-of-concept for setmelanotide in patients with genetic obesity disorders. The study found that 34.3% of patients with HET obesity achieved significant weight loss. Updated data suggests that 100,000-200,000 patients in the U.S. could benefit from this treatment. Additionally, the pivotal Phase 3 trial for Bardet-Biedl Syndrome showed significant improvements in pediatric patients’ BMI-Z scores. Rhythm plans to initiate further studies to expand setmelanotide's application.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) will host a virtual event on January 26, 2021, to present updates on its exploratory Phase 2 Basket Study and genetic sequencing efforts. Management will discuss data for setmelanotide in individuals with heterozygous obesity linked to genetic variants in POMC, PCSK1, or LEPR genes, as well as SRC1 and SH2B1 deficiency. The company has sequenced samples from approximately 37,500 individuals with severe obesity to enhance understanding and diagnosis of these conditions.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) announced a definitive agreement to sell its Rare Pediatric Disease Priority Review Voucher (PRV) for $100M. This voucher was granted by the FDA following the approval of IMCIVREE™ (setmelanotide) for chronic weight management in patients with genetic deficiencies causing severe obesity. The sale will provide non-dilutive capital to further develop setmelanotide, which has been approved for patients aged 6 and older. The upfront payment is conditioned on customary closing requirements, with an expected transaction completion following U.S. antitrust clearance.

On January 5, 2021, Pharvaris announced the appointment of David Meeker, M.D., as Chair of the Board and Robert Glassman, M.D., as Director. Dr. Meeker, currently CEO of Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (RYTM), brings extensive experience in rare disease drug development, while Dr. Glassman, a venture partner at OrbiMed Advisors, offers financial expertise. Pharvaris aims to enhance treatment options for hereditary angioedema through novel oral bradykinin-B2-receptor antagonists. The leadership changes are expected to bolster the company's strategic initiatives and clinical programs.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (RYTM) announced positive topline results from its pivotal Phase 3 trial of setmelanotide for Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS) and Alström syndrome. The study achieved its primary endpoint, with 34.5% of participants showing at least a 10% weight reduction. All responders were BBS patients, while none of the Alström participants met this endpoint. Rhythm plans to submit a supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) to the FDA for BBS in the second half of 2021. The trial enrolled 32 BBS and 6 Alström patients, and setmelanotide was generally well tolerated with mild side effects.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq:RYTM) announced the appointments of Camille L. Bedrosian, M.D., and Lynn Tetrault, J.D., to its Board of Directors. Both leaders bring extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Bedrosian, with a strong background in rare diseases, is EVP and CMO at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical, while Tetrault has over two decades at AstraZeneca, including roles in executive leadership. Their addition is expected to enhance Rhythm's operational leadership and its commitment to developing therapies for rare genetic diseases of obesity.