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Lantheus Announces Payment to Contingent Value Rights (CVR) Holders of $99.7 million or $1.15 per CVR

Key Takeaway: Lantheus Holdings, Inc. announced a payment of $99.7 million to holders of Contingent Value Rights (CVRs) following strong sales of PYLARIFY in 2022. This payment represents the first and final distribution related to the CVRs issued during Lantheus's acquisition of Progenics Pharmaceuticals Inc. in 2020. CVR holders are entitled to a pro rata share based on specific sales thresholds, and this payment satisfies all obligations concerning the CVRs.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Lantheus is making a substantial payment of $99.7 million to CVR holders.
  • The payment reflects strong net sales from PYLARIFY in 2022.
  • This payment fulfills Lantheus' obligations related to the CVRs.

Full Press Release Details

BEDFORD, Mass., May 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lantheus Holdings, Inc. (“Lantheus”) (NASDAQ: LNTH), a company committed to improving patient outcomes through diagnostics, radiotherapeutics and artificial intelligence solutions that enable clinicians to Find, Fight and Follow disease, today announced that it has instructed the rights agent to distribute $99.7 million to the holders of Contingent Value Rights (CVRs), which were issued in conjunction with Lantheus’ acquisition of Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on June 19, 2020.
Each CVR entitled its holder to receive a pro rata share of aggregate cash payments equal to 40% of U.S. net sales generated by PYLARIFY in 2022 and 2023 in excess of $100.0 million and $150.0 million, respectively, subject to a maximum amount allowed to be paid. As a result of the net sales generated by PYLARIFY in 2022, the maximum aggregate cash payment of $99.7 million is being distributed to the holders. This is the first and final payment related to the CVRs and is in full satisfaction of Lantheus’ payment obligations related to the CVRs.
If your CVRs are held with your broker, please contact your broker for information specific to your holdings. If your CVRs are held at the rights agent, Computershare Trust Company, N.A., please contact Computershare for information specific to your holdings. Holders of CVRs should consult their tax advisor as to the tax treatment of the CVRs.
With more than 65 years of experience in delivering life-changing science, Lantheus is committed to improving patient outcomes through diagnostics, radiotherapeutics and artificial intelligence solutions that enable clinicians to Find, Fight and Follow disease. Lantheus is headquartered in Massachusetts and has offices in New Jersey, Canada and Sweden. For more information, visit www.lantheus.com.
Vice President, Investor Relations
Senior Director, Corporate Communications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total amount distributed to CVR holders?

$99.7 million is being distributed to holders of Contingent Value Rights.

What are Contingent Value Rights (CVRs)?

CVRs entitle holders to share in cash payments from PYLARIFY’s excess net sales.

What triggered the CVR payment to holders?

The payment is based on PYLARIFY's net sales exceeding certain thresholds in 2022.

Who should CVR holders contact for information?

CVR holders should contact their broker or Computershare for specific details.

What company announced the CVR payment?

Lantheus Holdings, Inc. announced the payment related to the CVRs.

Last updated: May 23, 2023