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Crescent Biopharma (NASDAQ: CBIO) reports $171.6M preliminary cash as of June 30, 2026

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Crescent Biopharma, Inc. provides a preliminary estimate that cash and cash equivalents were approximately $171.6 million as of June 30, 2026. The figure is unaudited, based on management estimates for the quarter, and may change after completion of financial closing procedures.

The company states that its independent auditor, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, has not audited, reviewed, examined, compiled or applied procedures to this data. The information is treated as filed under Section 18 of the Exchange Act and incorporated by reference into certain securities law filings, and is accompanied by forward-looking statement cautions.

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Filing Explained

The July 14 Form 8-K places the preliminary June 30 cash estimate of $171.6 million against $189.163 million reported at March 31, 2026, updating the period-to-period liquidity picture without providing a completed quarter-end statement.

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Cash and cash equivalents $171.6 million Preliminary management estimate as of June 30, 2026
Par value per ordinary share $0.001 Ordinary Shares, $0.001 par value per share listed on The Nasdaq Capital Market
cash and cash equivalents financial
"the Company estimates that its cash and cash equivalents were approximately $171.6 million"
Cash and cash equivalents are the money a company has on hand plus very short-term, low-risk investments that can be quickly turned into cash, like bank deposits or government bills. Investors watch this figure because it shows a company’s immediate ability to pay bills, cover unexpected costs, and fund operations or growth — like a household’s checking account and emergency fund that keeps daily life running smoothly.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"statements contained in this report regarding matters that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
internal controls over financial reporting financial
"completion of review of internal controls over financial reporting or other quarter-end and year-end procedures"
Internal controls over financial reporting are the policies, procedures and checks a company uses to make sure its accounting and financial statements are accurate, complete and free from significant error or fraud. They matter to investors because strong controls lower the risk of misleading results or surprise restatements—think of them as a quality checkpoint on a factory line that helps prevent costly defects that could damage a company’s value and reputation.
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 regulatory
"forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995"
Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 regulatory
"shall be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934"
Cash and cash equivalents $171.6 million

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FAQ

What cash balance did Crescent Biopharma (CBIO) estimate as of June 30, 2026?

Crescent Biopharma estimated cash and cash equivalents of approximately $171.6 million as of June 30, 2026. This amount is based on preliminary, unaudited management information for the quarter and may change once financial closing and review procedures are completed.

Is Crescent Biopharma’s (CBIO) $171.6 million cash estimate audited?

No, the $171.6 million cash and cash equivalents estimate is unaudited and based on management’s preliminary data. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP has not audited, reviewed, examined, compiled, or performed agreed-upon procedures on this information and provides no assurance on it.

Which period does Crescent Biopharma’s (CBIO) preliminary cash figure relate to?

The estimated $171.6 million in cash and cash equivalents relates to Crescent Biopharma’s position as of June 30, 2026. It reflects management’s preliminary view for the quarter ended that date and is subject to change after full quarter-end procedures.

Did PricewaterhouseCoopers review Crescent Biopharma’s (CBIO) preliminary Q2 2026 cash data?

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP did not audit, review, examine, compile, or apply agreed-upon procedures to Crescent Biopharma’s preliminary cash data. As a result, the audit firm expresses no opinion or other form of assurance on the $171.6 million estimate.

How is Crescent Biopharma’s (CBIO) preliminary cash disclosure treated under U.S. securities laws?

The company states this cash disclosure is deemed “filed” under Section 18 of the Exchange Act and is deemed incorporated by reference into Securities Act and Exchange Act filings, unless a particular filing expressly provides otherwise.

What forward-looking risks does Crescent Biopharma (CBIO) highlight around its preliminary cash estimate?

Crescent Biopharma notes that actual results for Q2 or full-year 2026 may differ materially from the preliminary estimate. Changes in assumptions, completion of internal controls review, and other quarter-end or year-end procedures could alter the reported cash position.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
________________________________________________________________________________________________
FORM 8-K
________________________________________________________________________________________________
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 14, 2026
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Crescent Biopharma, Inc.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Cayman Islands
001-36177
06-1686563
(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)
(Commission
File Number)
(IRS Employer
Identification No.)
300 Fifth Avenue
Waltham, MA
02451
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (617) 430-5595
Not applicable
(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
oWritten communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
oSoliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
oPre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Ordinary Shares, $0.001 par value per shareCBIO
The Nasdaq Capital Market
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging growth company o
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o



Item 2.02        Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
Crescent Biopharma, Inc. (the “Company”) is providing the following financial information. As of June 30, 2026, the Company estimates that its cash and cash equivalents were approximately $171.6 million.
The cash and cash equivalents information above is based on preliminary unaudited information and management estimates for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, is not a comprehensive statement of our financial results as of and for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, and is subject to completion of the Company’s financial closing procedures.
The preliminary financial data included in this current report has been prepared by, and is the responsibility of, the Company's management. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP has not audited, reviewed, examined, compiled, nor applied agreed-upon procedures with respect to the preliminary financial data. Accordingly, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP does not express an opinion or any other form of assurance with respect thereto.
Pursuant to the rules and regulations of the SEC, the information provided in this Item 2.02 of this Form 8-K shall be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and shall be deemed to be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, unless otherwise expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.
Forward-Looking Statements
The Company cautions you that statements contained in this report regarding matters that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The forward-looking statements are based on the Company’s current beliefs and expectations and include, but are not limited to: statements regarding the preliminary estimate of the Company’s cash and cash equivalents as of June 30, 2026. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this report due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in the Company’s business, including, without limitation: our actual results for the second quarter or full year of 2026 may differ materially from our preliminary estimates as a result of changes to assumptions and estimates, the completion of review of internal controls over financial reporting or other quarter-end and year-end procedures; and other risks described in the Company’s prior filings with the SEC, including under the heading “Risk Factors” in its annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, and any subsequent filings with the SEC. New risks and uncertainties may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible to predict all risks and uncertainties. No representations or warranties (expressed or implied) are made about the accuracy of any such forward-looking statements. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date hereof, except as required by law.



SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
CRESCENT BIOPHARMA, INC.
Date: July 14, 2026By:/s/ Joshua Brumm
Name:Joshua Brumm
Title:Chief Executive Officer

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