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Biotechnology Value Fund group (NKTR) discloses 7.1% beneficial stake in Nektar

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SCHEDULE 13G/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Biotechnology Value Fund and related entities filed Amendment No. 2 to a Schedule 13G reporting their beneficial ownership in Nektar Therapeutics common stock. As of June 30, 2026, BVF, BVF2 and Biotechnology Value Trading Fund OS together beneficially owned 2,391,075 shares of Nektar common stock.

Based on 33,786,032 shares outstanding as of May 1, 2026, BVF beneficially owned about 3.7%, BVF2 2.8%, and Trading Fund OS less than 1% of the class. Through their roles as general partners and investment manager, BVF GP Holdings LLC, BVF Partners L.P., BVF Inc. and Mark N. Lampert may each be deemed to beneficially own approximately 7.1% of Nektar’s outstanding common stock, with all such beneficial ownership relationships and certain disclaimed interests described in detail.

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Shares outstanding 33,786,032 shares Nektar common shares outstanding as of May 1, 2026
Aggregate BVF-related holdings 2,391,075 shares Shares beneficially owned in aggregate by BVF, BVF2, Trading Fund OS and a managed account
Ownership percentage (BVF) 3.7% BVF’s beneficial ownership of Nektar outstanding shares as of June 30, 2026
Ownership percentage (BVF2) 2.8% BVF2’s beneficial ownership of Nektar outstanding shares as of June 30, 2026
Ownership percentage (Trading Fund OS) 0.5% Trading Fund OS beneficial ownership shown on cover pages (less than 1% per narrative)
Ownership percentage (Partners, BVF Inc., Lampert) 7.1% Deemed beneficial ownership of Nektar shares by Partners, BVF Inc. and Mark N. Lampert
beneficially owned financial
"As of the close of business on June 30, 2026, (i) BVF beneficially owned 1,251,654 shares"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
dispositive power financial
"Shared Dispositive Power 2,197,386.00"
Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.
Schedule 13G regulatory
"filed this schedule pursuant to 1(c) or 1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identity"
A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.
investment manager financial
"Partners, as the investment manager of BVF, BVF2 and Trading Fund OS"
managed account financial
"held in a certain Partners managed account (the "Partners Managed Account")"

FAQ

What ownership stake in Nektar Therapeutics (NKTR) does Biotechnology Value Fund report?

Biotechnology Value Fund entities report beneficial ownership of 2,391,075 shares of Nektar Therapeutics common stock. This represents approximately 7.1% of the 33,786,032 shares outstanding as of May 1, 2026, when aggregating holdings attributed to BVF Partners L.P., BVF Inc. and Mark N. Lampert.

How many Nektar (NKTR) shares does each BVF fund beneficially own?

As of June 30, 2026, BVF beneficially owned 1,251,654 shares, BVF2 owned 945,732 shares, and Biotechnology Value Trading Fund OS owned 157,488 shares. These positions are the basis for the aggregated ownership reported in the Schedule 13G/A amendment.

What percentage of Nektar (NKTR) does Mark N. Lampert report beneficially owning?

Mark N. Lampert may be deemed to beneficially own approximately 7.1% of Nektar’s outstanding shares, or 2,391,075 shares, through his role as a director and officer of BVF Inc. The filing notes that this should not itself be construed as an admission of beneficial ownership.

What is the total number of Nektar (NKTR) shares outstanding used in this Schedule 13G/A?

The ownership percentages are calculated using 33,786,032 shares of Nektar common stock outstanding as of May 1, 2026. This outstanding share count comes from Nektar’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed on May 8, 2026.

Which entities share voting and dispositive power over Nektar (NKTR) shares in this filing?

BVF GP Holdings LLC, BVF Partners L.P., BVF Inc. and Mark N. Lampert share voting and dispositive power over shares held by BVF and BVF2. BVF Partners L.P., BVF Inc. and Mr. Lampert also share such powers over shares held by Trading Fund OS and a Partners managed account.

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640268306

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06/30/2026

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BIOTECHNOLOGY VALUE FUND L P
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/14/2026
BVF I GP LLC
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/14/2026
BIOTECHNOLOGY VALUE FUND II LP
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/14/2026
BVF II GP LLC
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/14/2026
Biotechnology Value Trading Fund OS LP
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/14/2026
BVF Partners OS Ltd.
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/14/2026
BVF GP HOLDINGS LLC
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/14/2026
BVF PARTNERS L P/IL
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/14/2026
BVF INC/IL
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert, Authorized Signatory
Date:08/14/2026
LAMPERT MARK N
Signature:/s/ Mark N. Lampert
Name/Title:Mark N. Lampert
Date:08/14/2026