Reduced Operating Expenses
Total operating expenses for the year were $27.6 million, down from $31.4 million in 2023, a decrease of $3.8 million, reflecting disciplined spending in both R&D and G&A.
R&D Cost Reduction
R&D expenses declined by $3.2 million from $17.3 million in 2023 to $14.1 million in 2024, driven by a reduction in clinical and preclinical spending on (Z)-endoxifen trials and drug development.
Strong Cash Position
The company closed the year with $71.1 million in cash and cash equivalents, providing a healthy runway to advance (Z)-endoxifen and other research initiatives.
(Z)-endoxifen Clinical Progress
(Z)-endoxifen showed promising results in Phase I and Phase II studies, demonstrating robust plasma concentration, a 26% clinical benefit rate in difficult-to-treat settings, and significant reduction in mammographic breast density.
Metastatic Breast Cancer Focus
The company is prioritizing the advancement of (Z)-endoxifen in metastatic breast cancer, aiming for a potential expedited approval and faster time to market.