Allarity Ends Q1 with $29.8M Cash, Secures DRP® Diagnostic Patent, Opens Lung Cancer Trial
Allarity ended Q1 2026 with $29.8 million cash and reduced net loss per share to $0.17 from $0.25. Clinical progress includes FDA Fast Track for advanced ovarian cancer, launch of VA-funded Phase 2 lung cancer trial, and US Notice of Allowance for DRP® companion diagnostic patent.
1. Q1 Financial Performance
Allarity ended the quarter with $29.8 million in cash and restricted cash, up from $27.7 million year-over-year, and reduced net loss per share to $0.17 from $0.25. R&D expenses held at $1.3 million and G&A at $1.4 million, while the company repurchased shares under its buyback program to enhance capital efficiency.
2. Clinical Development Progress
The company advanced stenoparib development with FDA Fast Track designation for an advanced ovarian cancer Phase 2 trial and opened enrollment in a VA-funded Phase 2 relapsed small cell lung cancer study. Active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing for Phase 3-ready production remains on schedule for Q3 2026 with no additional cash outlays anticipated.
3. Patent Approval for DRP® Companion Diagnostic
Subsequent to quarter-end, a US Notice of Allowance was received for the stenoparib-specific DRP® companion diagnostic patent application. Once issued, the patent is expected to extend drug exclusivity by at least 11 years when used in concert with the DRP® test.
4. Capital Raising and Strategic Financing
During Q1, Allarity secured a $20 million promissory note financing and established a $6 million equity line of credit to bolster its balance sheet. These financings are earmarked to support ongoing clinical programs, API manufacturing campaigns and corporate operations.