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[SCHEDULE 13D/A] ESSA Pharma Inc. SEC Filing

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
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Positive
  • Extension to 8 Dec 2025 granted by Nasdaq Hearings Panel, providing time to regain full compliance.
  • Proposed $10 m Standby Equity Purchase Agreement offers flexible, near-term capital access without immediate debt.
Negative
  • Nasdaq delisting risk remains if bid price falls below $1 within 12 months post-split or equity remains under $2.5 m.
  • 1:15 reverse split and SEPA could cause significant shareholder dilution and reduced liquidity.
  • Reverse split effectively increases authorized but unissued shares, enabling future dilutive issuances and potential anti-takeover use.

Insights

TL;DR: Reverse split seeks Nasdaq compliance; SEPA adds liquidity; both signal capital stress but preserve listing option.

The filing underscores POAI’s urgent need to maintain its Nasdaq Capital Market listing. A 1:15 reverse split can mechanically lift the bid price, yet does nothing to improve fundamentals and may reduce liquidity. Still, preserving Nasdaq status is critical for market access and investor perception. The $10 m SEPA provides a backstop for near-term working capital but is dilutive and priced at a 4 % discount to VWAP. The Board obtained a listing extension to 8 Dec 2025, buying time but setting a hard deadline. Overall impact is balanced: positive for survivability, negative for dilution and execution risk.

TL;DR: Proposals enhance board flexibility but heighten dilution, anti-takeover and odd-lot risks.

The reverse split increases authorized yet unissued shares, equipping directors with capital-raising ammunition while potentially deterring hostile bids. However, shareholders face larger relative ownership erosion, especially under the SEPA which could exceed 20 % of pre-split shares if approved. The company discloses that Nasdaq’s January 2025 rule change removes any second compliance grace period if the price falls below $1 within a year of the split—raising the stakes. Governance risk stems from concentration of issuance power and reliance on an external financier with a capped 4.99 % ownership that limits alignment. Investors should weigh the necessity of maintaining the listing against these structural drawbacks.






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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BIOTECHNOLOGY VALUE FUND L P
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/07/2025
BVF I GP LLC
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/07/2025
BIOTECHNOLOGY VALUE FUND II LP
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/07/2025
BVF II GP LLC
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/07/2025
Biotechnology Value Trading Fund OS LP
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/07/2025
BVF Partners OS Ltd.
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/07/2025
BVF GP HOLDINGS LLC
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/07/2025
BVF PARTNERS L P/IL
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/07/2025
BVF INC/IL
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/07/2025
LAMPERT MARK N
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert
Date:08/07/2025

FAQ

What is the reverse stock split ratio proposed by POAI?

The Board is asking shareholders to approve a 1-for-15 reverse stock split of outstanding common shares.

Why does Predictive Oncology need a reverse split?

The company must raise its share price above $1.00 and meet equity thresholds to maintain its Nasdaq listing before 8 Dec 2025.

How much capital can POAI raise under the SEPA?

Up to $10 million in common stock can be sold to YA II PN, Ltd. at a 4 % discount to VWAP.

Will the SEPA issuances dilute existing shareholders?

Yes. Issuing shares beyond the 19.99 % cap requires approval and would proportionally dilute current ownership.

What happens if shareholders do not approve the Nasdaq Proposal?

Issuances under the SEPA will be limited to 1,921,706 shares, reducing available funding and potentially hindering compliance efforts.

When is the record date for voting eligibility?

Only stockholders of record at the close of business on the yet-to-be-specified 2025 record date may vote at the Special Meeting.
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