Alumis (NASDAQ: ALMS) raises $281.5M in stock sale, eyes NDA filing
Alumis Inc. is offering 17,650,000 shares of its common stock at $17.00 per share, for gross proceeds of $300,050,000 and estimated net proceeds of about $281.5 million. The company has also granted underwriters a 30‑day option to buy up to 2,647,500 additional shares. Alumis plans to use the cash, together with existing funds, to support a planned NDA filing and launch preparations for its TYK2 inhibitor envu in plaque psoriasis, advance envu and other pipeline programs, and for general corporate purposes.
The company recently reported positive Phase 3 ONWARD1 and ONWARD2 results for envu in moderate‑to‑severe plaque psoriasis, with 74% of patients achieving PASI 75 and 59% achieving sPGA 0/1 at Week 16 on average across both trials, and strong PASI 90/100 responses by Week 24. Based on preliminary estimates, Alumis had approximately $308.6 million in cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities as of December 31, 2025, but its disclosures note substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern without significant additional capital. After this offering, Alumis expects to fund operations into the fourth quarter of 2027, though investors will face immediate and substantial dilution.
Positive
- Strong Phase 3 efficacy and safety for envu in plaque psoriasis: Across ONWARD1 and ONWARD2, 74% of patients achieved PASI 75 and 59% achieved sPGA 0/1 at Week 16, with about 65% reaching PASI 90 and more than 40% PASI 100 at Week 24; envu also outperformed apremilast on all PASI endpoints at Week 24 and was generally well tolerated with no safety signals observed.
- Clear regulatory and development milestones: Alumis plans to submit an NDA for envu in plaque psoriasis in the second half of 2026 and expects topline LUMUS Phase 2b systemic lupus erythematosus data in the third quarter of 2026, providing defined upcoming clinical and regulatory events.
- Extended cash runway with offering proceeds: The company estimates that net proceeds of approximately $281.5 million, combined with existing cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, will be sufficient to fund operations into the fourth quarter of 2027.
Negative
- Going concern uncertainty despite substantial cash: Alumis discloses that its expected cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities as of December 31, 2025 will not be sufficient to meet operating and capital requirements for at least 12 months from the prospectus date, and there is substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern without additional capital.
- Significant dilution to new investors: At the $17.00 offering price, adjusted net tangible book value would be $5.04 per share after the transaction, implying immediate dilution of $11.96 per share to purchasers in the offering, with further dilution possible from stock options and restricted stock units.
- Need for substantial additional funding beyond this raise: Alumis states it will require substantial additional capital after this offering to complete the ONWARD Phase 3 program and ONWARD3 extension, perform regulatory and commercialization activities for envu in psoriasis, and finish its ongoing Phase 2 trial in systemic lupus erythematosus.
- Uncertainty around commercial formulation of envu: The initial once‑daily modified‑release formulation of envu did not fully meet the target product profile, and while alternate modified‑release formulations are being developed, the company has not yet determined when a commercial formulation might be available.
Insights
Alumis pairs strong Phase 3 psoriasis data with a sizeable equity raise amid going concern pressure.
Alumis has priced a primary offering of 17,650,000 common shares at $17.00, for gross proceeds of $300,050,000 and estimated net proceeds of about $281.5 million, plus a 30‑day option for 2,647,500 additional shares. The stated goal is to fund an NDA filing and launch preparations for envu in plaque psoriasis, continue clinical work across envu and other programs, and cover general corporate needs. Based on preliminary figures, cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities were approximately $308.6 million as of December 31, 2025.
The offering follows highly favorable Phase 3 ONWARD1 and ONWARD2 psoriasis results: on average across trials, 74% of patients reached PASI 75 and 59% achieved sPGA 0/1 at Week 16, with about 65% reaching PASI 90 and more than 40% PASI 100 at Week 24. Envu also showed superior skin clearance to apremilast on all PASI endpoints at Week 24, and was generally well tolerated through Week 24 with no safety signals disclosed. Alumis plans to submit an NDA for psoriasis in the second half of 2026 and report LUMUS Phase 2b systemic lupus erythematosus topline data in the third quarter of 2026.
Despite these data, Alumis states that its expected cash balance as of December 31, 2025 is not sufficient to meet operating and capital needs for at least 12 months from the prospectus date, and its financial statements include a substantial doubt going‑concern statement. Management estimates that, after the raise, funding will extend into the fourth quarter of 2027, but also notes the need for substantial additional financing to complete the ONWARD Phase 3 program, the ONWARD3 extension, regulatory and commercialization work for envu in psoriasis, and ongoing SLE trials. Investors face immediate dilution of $11.96 per share relative to adjusted book value, and the company explicitly flags the risk that failure to raise further capital could materially impact operations.
(To Prospectus dated August 19, 2025)
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Proceeds, before expenses, to us
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Public offering price per share
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Historical net tangible book value per share as of September 30, 2025
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Increase in net tangible book value per share attributable to investors purchasing shares
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As adjusted net tangible book value per share after giving effect to this offering
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Underwriter
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Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC
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Leerink Partners LLC
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Cantor Fitzgerald & Co.
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Wells Fargo Securities, LLC
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Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated
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Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.
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Public offering price
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| | | $ | 17.00 | | | | | $ | 300,050,000 | | | | | $ | 345,057,500 | | |
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Underwriting discounts and commissions to be paid by us
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| | | $ | 1.02 | | | | | $ | 18,003,000 | | | | | $ | 20,703,450 | | |
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Proceeds, before expenses, to us
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| | | $ | 15.98 | | | | | $ | 282,047,000 | | | | | $ | 324,354,050 | | |
Attn: Corporate Secretary
280 East Grand Avenue
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 231-6625
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ABOUT THIS PROSPECTUS
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PROSPECTUS SUMMARY
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RISK FACTORS
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SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
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USE OF PROCEEDS
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DESCRIPTION OF CAPITAL STOCK
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DESCRIPTION OF DEBT SECURITIES
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DESCRIPTION OF WARRANTS
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LEGAL OWNERSHIP OF SECURITIES
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PLAN OF DISTRIBUTION
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LEGAL MATTERS
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EXPERTS
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WHERE YOU CAN FIND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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INCORPORATION OF CERTAIN INFORMATION BY REFERENCE
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Attn: Corporate Secretary
280 East Grand Avenue
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 231-6625
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Morgan Stanley
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Leerink Partners
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Wells Fargo Securities
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Oppenheimer & Co.
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FAQ
What is Alumis Inc. (ALMS) offering in this prospectus supplement?
Alumis Inc. is offering 17,650,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $17.00 per share, for gross proceeds of $300,050,000. The company has granted underwriters a 30‑day option to purchase up to 2,647,500 additional shares at the same price, less underwriting discounts and commissions.
How much cash will Alumis (ALMS) receive from this stock offering?
Alumis estimates net proceeds of approximately $281.5 million from the offering, or about $323.8 million if the underwriters exercise their option to purchase additional shares in full, after deducting underwriting discounts, commissions and estimated offering expenses.
How will Alumis use the proceeds from the ALMS common stock sale?
Alumis intends to use the net proceeds, along with existing cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, to fund a potential NDA filing and launch preparations for envu in plaque psoriasis, support further clinical development of envu and other pipeline and research programs, and for working capital and general corporate purposes.
What recent clinical results did Alumis report for envu in plaque psoriasis?
On January 6, 2026, Alumis announced positive topline results from its Phase 3 ONWARD1 and ONWARD2 trials in moderate‑to‑severe plaque psoriasis. On average across both trials, 74% of patients achieved PASI 75 and 59% achieved sPGA 0/1 at Week 16, with around 65% reaching PASI 90 and more than 40% achieving PASI 100 at Week 24. Envu was generally well tolerated and showed superior skin clearance to apremilast on all PASI endpoints at Week 24.
What is Alumis cash position and funding runway after this offering?
Based on preliminary estimates, Alumis expects to report approximately $308.6 million in cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities as of December 31, 2025. The company believes that, together with net proceeds from this offering, funds will be sufficient to support operations into the fourth quarter of 2027, although additional capital will still be needed to complete key development and commercialization activities.
Does Alumis (ALMS) face going concern or dilution risks with this transaction?
Yes. Alumis states that its expected cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities as of December 31, 2025 will not cover operating and capital needs for at least 12 months from the prospectus date, leading to a substantial doubt going‑concern statement. At the $17.00 offering price, the transaction results in immediate dilution of $11.96 per share to new investors relative to the as‑adjusted net tangible book value of $5.04 per share, with further potential dilution from outstanding equity awards and reserved shares.