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Advancing Phase 3 Lasofoxifene Development Program of Novel Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator, a Potential Multi-Billion Dollar Opportunity as Treatment Option for Patients with ESR1-Mutations Expects to Complete Enrollment of Phase 3 Clinical Trial of Lasofoxifene in Treatment-Resistant ER-positive, HER2-negative, ESR1-mutated Metastatic Breast Cancer in 4Q 2026 with Topline Data Anticipated in 2H 2027 On-track to Initiate Phase 2 Proof-of-Concept Study of ATH-1105 in ALS patients in 2H 2026 Recent Events Include Three Appointments to Board of Directors and Virtual Key Opinion Leader Event Highlighting Potential of Lasofoxifene BOTHELL, Wash., May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LeonaBio, Inc.(NASDAQ: LONA), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of novel therapeutics for diseases with high unmet medical needs, today reported financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, and provided recent pipeline and business updates. “We entered 2026 with a clear focus on disciplined execution across our portfolio, led by the continued advancement of lasofoxifene in the Phase 3 ELAINE-3 clinical trial for patients with ESR1-mutated metastatic breast cancer, a population with significant unmet need,” said Mark Litton, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of LeonaBio. “As the treatment landscape continues to evolve, we remain confident in the ELAINE-3 program, supported by a body of nonclinical and clinical evidence that we believe reinforces lasofoxifene’s differentiated profile and its potential to meaningfully address endocrine resistance, including independent mechanistic data from animal models on its bone protective potential, which further strengthens our conviction in the scientific and clinical rationale underlying this pivotal study.” “In parallel, we are continuing to advance ATH-1105 toward a Phase 2 proof-of-concept trial in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), building on encouraging Phase 1 data demonstrating a favorable safety profile, pharmacokinetics, and central nervous system (CNS) penetration,” continued Dr. Litton. “With a strengthened balance sheet following our December 2025 $90 million common stock and warrant financing together with the potential additional $146 million upon exercise of the cash-exercisable warrants, we believe we are well positioned to execute on multiple value-creating milesto...

Acquired License to Phase 3 Lasofoxifene Development Program of Novel Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM), a Potential Multi-Billion Dollar Opportunity as Treatment Option for Breast Cancer Patients with ESR1-Mutations Received Gross Proceeds of $90 Million in Private Placement Financing of Common Stock and Warrants with Cash-Exercisable Warrants Potentially Providing up to an Additional $146 Million to Support Development of Lasofoxifene Through Key Clinical and Regulatory Milestones Expect to Complete Enrollment of Phase 3 Clinical Trial of Lasofoxifene in ER-positive (ER+), HER2-negative, ESR1-mutated Metastatic Breast Cancer in 4Q 2026 with Topline Data Anticipated in 2H 2027 On-track to Initiate Phase 2 Proof-of-Concept Study of ATH-1105 in ALS patients in 2H 2026 BOTHELL, Wash., March 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LeonaBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: LONA), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of novel therapeutics for diseases with high unmet medical needs, today reported financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, and provided recent pipeline and business updates. “2025 was a truly transformational year for LeonaBio. With our license for lasofoxifene, we added a late-stage drug candidate that has the potential to become the endocrine therapy of choice in the multi-billion-dollar second line metastatic breast cancer setting” stated Mark Litton, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of LeonaBio. “Coupled with our successful $90 million fundraise with the potential for $146 million in additional capital available through warrant exercises, we enter 2026 with the financial resources needed to advance both our oncology and neurodegeneration programs with confidence.” “Our transition from Athira Pharma to LeonaBio reflects far more than a name change; it represents our evolution into a more focused, diversified, and opportunity-driven biopharmaceutical company. We now have two clinical-stage programs and an experienced team aligned around focused execution. As we look ahead to meaningful clinical milestones in 2026 — including the anticipated completion of enrollment of the Phase 3 ELAINE-3 clinical trial and initiation of patient dosing in our ATH-1105 ALS program — we are energized by what lies ahead. We are building a company that we believe has the potential to change the treatment landscape for patients...