Entera Bio Ltd.
Entera Bio Ltd. Q4 FY2021 earnings call
March 8, 2022 · fiscal period ended 2021-12
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Summary
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Management highlights
- Phase 2 clinical study of EB613 for osteoporosis met primary and key secondary endpoints, with data presented at ASBMR. Phase 2a data for hyperparathyroidism published in Journal of Bone Mineral Research.
- Engaged Torreya for strategic partnering of EB613. EB612 progress in hypoparathyroidism, with improved formulation and plans for 2022 studies.
- Collaboration with Amgen continues, with Amgen completing preclinical studies. Demonstrated oral delivery of GLP-2 and other large molecules in preclinical models.
- Strengthened balance sheet with $24.9 million cash at year-end 2021. Successful end of Phase 2 meeting with FDA, projecting Phase 3 start in second half of 2022.
Segment performance
Revenues for the year ended December 31, 2021, were $571,000, compared to $365,000 in 2020. A majority of revenues were from R&D services to Amgen and other MTA agreements. Cost of revenues in 2021 was $373,000 vs $300,000 in 2020. Total operating expenses in 2021 were $12.4 million, with R&D at $6.7M and G&A at $5.7M. Net loss in 2021 was $12.2 million or $0.47 per ordinary share. Cash and cash equivalents at year-end 2021 were $24.9 million, with $21.7 million as of March 1, 2022.
Guidance
- Projected Phase 3 study of EB613 for osteoporosis to start in second half of 2022.
- Cash position expected to fund operations into Q4 2022.
- 2022 expected to be a year of execution and meaningful deals, with ongoing business development and strategic partnering discussions.
Risks
- COVID-19 pandemic impact is a key risk, as its duration and magnitude are uncertain and can affect the company's operations and financials.
Q&A highlights
Q: Can you confirm titration to 2.5 mg dose of EB613 in Phase 3 and details on Phase 3 timeline?
A: Yes, will titrate to 2.5 mg dose with accelerated titration over two weeks, and Phase 3 expected in second half of 2022 with 600-800 patients.
Q: Status of Phase 3 and revenue direction?
A: Phase 3 timelines remain on track for second half 2022; revenue from Amgen and new MTAs is increasing with more MTAs signed.
Q: Background therapies in EB613 studies and Phase 3 allowances?
A: Patients in studies had nutritional support with calcium and Vitamin D3, no immediate transitions from bisphosphonates in Phase 3, similar to Phase 2.
Key numbers
Reported versus consensus
Earnings calendar feed
| Metric | Reported | Consensus | Delta | Prior year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $0.21 | $-0.11 | +290.9% | $-0.11 |
| Revenue | $165,000 | $127,000 | +29.9% | $221,000 |
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