BVF group reports 19.7% MoonLake Immunotherapeutics (MLTX) stake
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Filing Sentiment
Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
MoonLake Immunotherapeutics’ major shareholder group BVF has updated its ownership disclosure in Amendment No. 6 to its Schedule 13D. The amendment reflects that BVF-affiliated funds and accounts beneficially own 16,001,284 Class A ordinary shares, representing about 19.7% of MoonLake’s 81,134,066 shares outstanding as of June 25, 2026, following a recent offering.
The filing also notes director Spike Loy’s beneficial ownership of 25,667 shares through options exercisable within sixty days. On June 17, 2026, he was granted stock options to purchase 22,195 shares at an exercise price of $19.19 per share, vesting by June 17, 2027 or the next annual meeting and expiring on June 17, 2036.
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Key Figures
Shares outstanding: 81,134,066 shares
BVF group aggregate holding: 16,001,284 shares
BVF stake: 8,302,735 shares
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Shares outstanding
81,134,066 shares
Class A ordinary shares outstanding as of June 25, 2026
BVF group aggregate holding
16,001,284 shares
Beneficially owned by BVF, BVF2, Trading Fund OS and Partners Managed Account; 19.7% of outstanding
BVF stake
8,302,735 shares
Beneficial ownership by BVF, about 10.2% of shares outstanding
BVF2 stake
6,599,722 shares
Beneficial ownership by BVF2, about 8.1% of shares outstanding
Trading Fund OS stake
1,039,238 shares
Beneficial ownership by Biotechnology Value Trading Fund OS, about 1.3% of shares outstanding
Spike Loy beneficial ownership
25,667 shares
Shares issuable upon exercise of options exercisable within sixty days; about 0.03% of class
Spike Loy option grant
22,195 options at $19.19/share
Granted June 17, 2026; vest by June 17, 2027 or next annual meeting; expire June 17, 2036
Key Terms
beneficially own, Schedule 13D, Prospectus Supplement, stock options, +1 more
5 terms
beneficially own financial
"The aggregate percentage of Shares reported owned by each person named herein is based on 81,134,066 Shares outstanding..."
Beneficially own means having the economic rights and risks of a security—such as the right to receive dividends, sell the shares, or profit from price changes—whether or not your name appears on the official share register. Think of it like renting a car: you use it and reap the benefits even if the title lists someone else. Investors care because beneficial ownership determines who truly controls value, must be disclosed under securities rules, and can signal potential influence or trading activity that affects a stock’s price.
Schedule 13D regulatory
"This Amendment No. 6 to the is being filed due to a change in the percentage..."
A Schedule 13D is a legal document that investors file with regulators when they buy a large enough stake in a company to potentially influence its management or decisions. It provides details about the investor’s intention, ownership stake, and plans, helping other investors understand who is gaining control and what their motives might be.
Prospectus Supplement regulatory
"following the closing of the Issuer's offering as reported in the Issuer's Prospectus Supplement filed..."
A prospectus supplement is an additional document provided alongside a company's main offering details, offering updated or extra information about a specific financial product being sold. It helps investors understand the latest terms, risks, and details of the investment, similar to how an update or revision clarifies or expands on original instructions, ensuring they have current and complete information before making a decision.
stock options financial
"On June 17, 2026, Mr. Loy was granted stock options in connection with his service as a director..."
Stock options are agreements that give a person the right to buy or sell a company's stock at a specific price within a certain time frame. They are often used as a reward or incentive, similar to a coupon that can be used later if the stock price rises, allowing the holder to make a profit.
exercise price financial
"have an exercise price of $19.19 per Share and (c) expire on June 17, 2036."
The exercise price is the fixed amount at which you can buy or sell an asset, like a stock, when using an options contract. It matters because it helps determine whether exercising the option will be profitable or not, depending on the current market price. Think of it as the set price you agree on today to buy or sell later.
FAQ
What does BVF’s Amendment No. 6 to its Schedule 13D for MLTX report?
The amendment reports updated ownership after MoonLake’s recent share offering. BVF-affiliated entities now beneficially own 16,001,284 Class A ordinary shares, reflecting their stake based on 81,134,066 shares outstanding as of June 25, 2026.
What are the individual MoonLake (MLTX) stakes of BVF, BVF2 and Trading Fund OS?
BVF beneficially owns 8,302,735 shares, about 10.2% of shares outstanding. BVF2 holds 6,599,722 shares, about 8.1%, while Biotechnology Value Trading Fund OS owns 1,039,238 shares, about 1.3%, all calculated against 81,134,066 outstanding shares.
What change triggered BVF’s Schedule 13D/A Amendment No. 6 for MoonLake (MLTX)?
The amendment was triggered by a change in BVF’s ownership percentage caused by an increase in MoonLake’s shares outstanding. The new percentages are based on 81,134,066 shares outstanding after the issuer’s offering described in a June 24, 2026 Prospectus Supplement.
What MoonLake (MLTX) stock options were granted to director Spike Loy?
On June 17, 2026, Spike Loy received options to purchase 22,195 MoonLake shares. These options vest in full by June 17, 2027 or the next annual shareholders’ meeting, have a $19.19 exercise price per share, and expire on June 17, 2036.