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OrbiMed builds double-digit stake in Braveheart Bio (BRVE)

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SCHEDULE 13D

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Braveheart Bio, Inc. (BRVE) is the subject of a Schedule 13D reporting a significant ownership position by investment entities affiliated with OrbiMed. OrbiMed Advisors LLC, together with OrbiMed Capital GP IX LLC and OrbiMed Genesis GP LLC, reports beneficial ownership of 12,175,159 Braveheart common shares, representing 17.2% of the 70,652,838 shares outstanding as referenced in a Form S-1 amendment.

The stake is largely held through OrbiMed Private Investments IX, LP (11,901,826 shares, about 16.9%), with an additional 273,333 shares held by OrbiMed Genesis Master Fund, L.P. These positions arose from purchases of common and Series A preferred stock in 2025 and from buying Braveheart shares in the IPO at $18.00 per share, with all preferred and pre-IPO common converting into common at a 1-for-4.38 ratio upon the IPO. OrbiMed describes the holdings as investment positions, not intended to acquire control on behalf of advisory clients, but it retains flexibility to buy or sell shares over time.

OrbiMed-affiliated funds have registration rights under an Investors' Rights Agreement, including demand, piggyback, and Form S-3 rights (for offerings with anticipated net proceeds of at least $5 million), subject to timing and frequency limits and expiring no later than the third anniversary of the IPO. OPI IX and director Erez Chimovits are also subject to a 180-day IPO lock-up restricting sales and hedging transactions. OrbiMed Advisors, as managing member of the general partners for the OrbiMed funds, shares voting and dispositive power and may be able to influence Braveheart through Chimovits' board seat.

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Total shares outstanding 70,652,838 Shares Outstanding Braveheart Bio shares as referenced from Form S-1 amendment
Total OrbiMed beneficial ownership 12,175,159 Shares Shares beneficially owned by OrbiMed Advisors and affiliates
Total ownership percentage 17.2% Percent of Braveheart common stock represented by OrbiMed’s total holdings
OPI IX holdings 11,901,826 Shares Shares held by OrbiMed Private Investments IX, LP (about 16.9% of outstanding)
Genesis holdings 273,333 Shares Shares held by OrbiMed Genesis Master Fund, L.P. (about 0.4% of outstanding)
IPO purchase price $18.00 per Share Price paid by OPI IX and Genesis for Braveheart shares in the IPO
Common stock purchased May 2025 4,830,000 Shares Common shares of Braveheart bought by OPI IX before the IPO
Series A preferred purchased September 2025 40,000,000 Shares Shares of Series A preferred stock bought by OPI IX prior to IPO conversion
beneficial owners financial
"may be deemed directly or indirectly, including by reason of their mutual affiliation, to be the beneficial owners"
Beneficial owners are the people or entities that actually enjoy the economic benefits and control of shares or other assets, even when legal title is held by someone else such as a broker, custodian or trustee. Investors pay attention because beneficial owners hold the real voting power, receive dividends and can influence strategy and takeover outcomes — like the driver of a car who uses and maintains it while the bank holds the title — so disclosure shows who truly controls and benefits.
Form S-3 registration rights regulatory
"will be entitled to certain Form S-3 registration rights"
piggyback registration rights regulatory
"will be entitled to certain piggyback registration rights"
A contractual right that lets existing shareholders join a company’s planned public sale of stock so they can sell their own shares at the same time under the same paperwork. It matters to investors because it gives insiders and early holders an easier, often faster way to convert shares to cash, while also potentially increasing the number of shares offered and affecting the share price — like catching a scheduled bus instead of hiring a private ride to get where you need to go.
Investors' Rights Agreement financial
"entered into the Investors' Rights Agreement with the Issuer, dated as of September 3, 2025"
Lock-Up Agreement financial
"each entered into a lock-up agreement (the "Lock-Up Agreement") with the Issuer's underwriters"
A lock-up agreement is a contract that prevents company insiders and early investors from selling their shares for a fixed period after a stock sale, often after an initial public offering. It matters to investors because it temporarily limits the number of shares that can hit the market, which can keep the share price steadier; when the lock-up ends, a sudden increase in available shares can create extra volatility, revealing insiders’ confidence or lack thereof.

FAQ

How much of Braveheart Bio (BRVE) does OrbiMed currently own?

OrbiMed-affiliated entities report beneficial ownership of 12,175,159 Braveheart Bio common shares, representing about 17.2% of the company’s 70,652,838 outstanding shares. Most are held via OrbiMed Private Investments IX, LP, with a smaller portion in OrbiMed Genesis Master Fund.

Which OrbiMed funds hold shares of Braveheart Bio (BRVE) and in what amounts?

OrbiMed reports that OrbiMed Private Investments IX, LP holds 11,901,826 Braveheart shares (about 16.9%), while OrbiMed Genesis Master Fund, L.P. holds 273,333 shares (about 0.4%). OrbiMed Advisors and its affiliated general partners share voting and dispositive power over these holdings.

At what price did OrbiMed buy Braveheart Bio (BRVE) shares in the IPO?

OrbiMed-backed funds bought Braveheart Bio common shares in the IPO at $18.00 per share. OrbiMed Private Investments IX, LP purchased 1,666,667 shares and OrbiMed Genesis Master Fund, L.P. acquired 273,333 shares, using the working capital of those funds.

What registration rights do OrbiMed holders have in Braveheart Bio (BRVE)?

Certain OrbiMed-affiliated holders have demand, piggyback, and Form S-3 registration rights under an Investors' Rights Agreement. Form S-3 rights apply if anticipated aggregate net proceeds are at least $5 million, with no more than two such Form S-3 registrations in any twelve-month period.

Is OrbiMed subject to a lock-up on its Braveheart Bio (BRVE) shares?

Yes. OPI IX and director Erez Chimovits entered a Lock-Up Agreement restricting sales, transfers, hedging, and registration demands for 180 days after the date of the final IPO prospectus, subject to limited exceptions. This temporarily limits liquidity for those specific holdings.

Does OrbiMed have board representation at Braveheart Bio (BRVE)?

An OrbiMed Advisors employee, Erez Chimovits, serves on Braveheart Bio’s Board of Directors. Any equity he receives as a non-employee director is, by agreement, transferred or economically allocated to OrbiMed Advisors for the benefit of OrbiMed Private Investments IX, LP.

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10567X101

(CUSIP Number)
OrbiMed Advisors LLC
601 Lexington Avenue, 54th Floor
New York, NY, 10022
(212) 739-6400


OrbiMed Capital GP IX LLC
601 Lexington Avenue, 54th Floor
New York, NY, 10022
(212) 739-6400


OrbiMed Genesis GP LLC
601 Lexington Avenue, 54th Floor
New York, NY, 10022
(212) 739-6400

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
08/07/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).




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ORBIMED ADVISORS LLC
Signature:/s/ Carl L. Gordon
Name/Title:Carl L. Gordon/Member
Date:08/18/2026
OrbiMed Capital GP IX LLC
Signature:/s/ Carl L. Gordon
Name/Title:Carl L. Gordon/Member of OrbiMed Advisors LLC
Date:08/18/2026
OrbiMed Genesis GP LLC
Signature:/s/ Carl L. Gordon
Name/Title:Carl L. Gordon/Member of OrbiMed Advisors LLC
Date:08/18/2026