Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 8-K Analysis & Summary – 3/14/2025

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Filing date:

03/14/2025


TLDR:

Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. entered into an agreement to purchase certain assets related to Plogosertib from its subsidiary, Cyclacel Limited, which is in liquidation.

ELI5:

Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals bought back some of its drug-related assets from its UK branch that’s closing down. If Cyclacel sells these assets later for a profit, the UK branch gets half of that profit.


Accession #:

0001829126-25-001770

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Analyst Summary

  • Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. acquired assets related to Plogosertib, a polo-like kinase 1 (PLK 1) inhibitor, from its wholly-owned subsidiary, Cyclacel Limited (in liquidation), for £250,000.
  • The assets include rights related to the treatment of esophageal cancer and acute leukemia.
  • The Purchase Agreement stipulates that if Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals disposes of the assets in the future, Cyclacel Limited is entitled to 50% of the surplus, defined as the difference between the disposal consideration and the greater of £250,000 or £250,000 plus direct costs incurred by Cyclacel in the research or development of the assets.
  • An Assignment of Patent Rights Agreement was also entered into, transferring all rights, title, and interest in certain patent rights related to Plogo from Cyclacel Limited to Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals.
  • The company is obligated to only make any Subsequent Disposal for a cash consideration.
  • The Buyer shall obtain fair value customary in an arms-length transaction of the type proposed by it for any Subsequent Disposal.

⚠️ This is an experimental project and this report is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Conduct your own thorough research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. ⚠️