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Spruce Biosciences, Inc.

NASDAQ · Healthcare · Biotechnology · US

$57.78
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Analyst consensus

Next report date
Nov 9, 2026
EPS estimate
-$5.86
Revenue estimate
$50.0M

Latest reported

Last report date
Aug 12, 2026
EPS actual
-$6.68
EPS estimate
-$5.79
Revenue actual
Revenue estimate

Track record

Trailing twelve quarters

EPS beats (12Q)
8
EPS misses (12Q)
4
EPS in line (12Q)
0
Avg surprise (4Q)
-32.1%
Revenue beats (12Q)
5

Analyst ratings

Sell-side consensus

Consensus
Buy
Price target
$136
PT range
$104 – $160
Analysts
4
4 Buy0 Hold0 Sell
Earnings call summaryRead the full call →

Q1 FY2023 · Apr 15, 2025

AI summary of management’s prepared remarks and analyst Q&A · For informational purposes only, not investment advice

Management highlights

• Unveiled new corporate strategy focused on developing and commercializing first-in-class therapies for neurological disorders with unmet medical needs. • Acquired Tralesinidase Alfa Enzyme Replacement Therapy (TA-ERT) for the treatment of MPS IIIB, anticipating BLA submission in first half of 2026. • Discontinued development of Tralesinidase for CAH after it failed primary efficacy measures in clinical studies. • Discussed MPS IIIB disease details, including its cause, progression, and lack of existing treatments. • Highlighted clinical data of TA-ERT showing normalization of heparan sulfate levels, liver volume normalization, and stabilization of cortical gray matter volume in patients. • Outlined commercial plans for TA-ERT, including building a specialized commercial organization, leveraging marketing blueprints of other MPS drugs, and patient-centric initiatives.

Guidance

• Anticipate submitting BLA for TA-ERT to FDA in first half of 2026. • Plan to initiate confirmatory Phase 3 trial for TA-ERT prior to potential accelerated approval. • Expect TA-ERT to be eligible for a priority review voucher if BLA is submitted and approved by September 2026. • Guide to approximately $10 million per quarter spend in 2025 for TA-ERT development, with an uptick to $15 million per quarter in subsequent years reflecting BLA enabling activities and commercial build.

Segment performance

No specific product segment financial performance with revenue contribution % provided as the focus is on the acquisition and development of Tralesinidase Alfa for MPS IIIB.

Risks & headwinds

• Regulatory uncertainties regarding the accelerated approval pathway, though there are precedents with other companies using heparan sulfate as a surrogate endpoint. • Financial constraints given limited cash resources and potential impacts of the market environment on securing additional financing. • Risks associated with discontinuing prior programs and reallocating resources to TA-ERT development.

Analyst Q&A

Q: What's your read on the depth of buy-in for the accelerated approval pathway at CBER currently and the realistic likelihood of it?

A: There's a regulatory precedent with companies like Ultragenyx and Denali using heparan sulfate as a surrogate for accelerated approval. FDA has honored prior commitments, and we have confidence FDA will honor agreements with the prior sponsor.

Q: What are your latest thoughts on the financing plan given limited financial resources and market environment?

A: Current cash resources extend operating plan through end of 2025. We have confidence in advancing TA-ERT program as it's highly derisked with regulatory guidance and strong clinical data, fitting market investment opportunities.

Q: Walk us down the funnel of MPS IIIB patients from TAM to eligible patients for TA-ERT?

A: Based on claims database, there are ~3.3k MPS patients in US, ~1k pediatric MPS patients, ~300 with MPS III, and we believe ~135 prevalent patients in US with ~50% addressable by TA-ERT. Incidence is ~18 new patients per year. Decision to treat based on neurocognitive stabilization/improvement and other functional aspects.

Q: Comment on the cadence of R&D spend over 2025?

A: For 2025, roughly $10 million per quarter spend on ongoing TA-ERT development. Next fiscal year, uptick to $15 million per quarter reflecting BLA enabling activities and commercial build.

Q: Talk about the confirmatory trial, FDA's view on surrogate heparan sulfate endpoint and clinical endpoint, and details on starting the trial?

A: Confirmatory trial will be 14-patient, 1:1 randomization. FDA accepts heparan sulfate as surrogate endpoint for accelerated approval. Primary clinical endpoint will be neurocognitive outcome like Bayleys questionnaire cognitive raw score. Intend to initiate trial while under review.

Q: How many identified patients in US and on TA-ERT today?

A: Prevalent patient population in US is ~135, but we haven't mapped out specific patients on TA-ERT today. Intend to have early access programs and patient self programs for eligible patients.

Q: Capital needs for plans going forward, including confirmatory study and commercial launch?

A: Need incremental capital, ~$60 million to potential approval for TA-ERT, with ~$30 million needed for BLA submission. PRV eligibility under current framework expiring Sept 30, 2026. Pricing expected to be high given meaningful benefit to patients, similar to other MPS drugs.

Reported results against consensus at the time of each report · Surprise is computed from the estimate on record · Data as of Nov 9, 2026