HEPA stock touches 52-week low at $0.12 amid sharp decline

Published 28/02/2025, 19:06
HEPA stock touches 52-week low at $0.12 amid sharp decline

In a challenging year for Contravir Pharmaceuticals, the company’s stock, HEPA, has plummeted to a 52-week low, trading at just $0.12, down dramatically from its peak of $3.33. This significant drop reflects a staggering 1-year decline of 94.86%, with InvestingPro data showing the stock’s RSI indicating oversold territory. Investors have watched with concern as HEPA shares have steadily declined, reaching this new low point and casting doubts on the company’s short-term recovery prospects. The market’s response to HEPA’s performance continues to be a point of focus for shareholders and analysts alike, as they assess the company’s strategies to navigate through its financial hurdles. With a weak Financial Health Score of 1.06 and rapidly depleting cash reserves, InvestingPro subscribers can access 13 additional key insights about HEPA’s financial situation.

In other recent news, Hepion Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:HEPA) announced a public offering expected to generate approximately $9 million in gross proceeds. The funds are intended for debt repayment and general corporate activities. Laidlaw & Company (UK) Ltd. is acting as the sole placement agent for this offering. Additionally, Hepion Pharmaceuticals disclosed receiving a notice from Nasdaq regarding non-compliance with a listing rule related to annual shareholder meetings. The company has 45 days to submit a compliance plan, with a potential extension granted until June 30, 2025, if accepted.

In another development, Hepion has mutually terminated its merger agreement with Pharma Two B Ltd., initially entered into in July 2024. Consequently, the special meeting of stockholders has been canceled. Previously, Hepion had urged shareholder support for the merger, emphasizing the strategic benefits and warning of severe consequences if the merger was not approved. Despite these challenges, Hepion continues to explore strategic and financing alternatives to maximize shareholder value.

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