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Skye Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYE) Securities Class Action: Johnson Fistel Reminds Investors of January 16 Deadline to Seek Lead Plaintiff Appointment

Key Takeaway: A class action lawsuit has been filed against Skye Bioscience on behalf of investors who acquired its securities from November 2024 to October 2025. The lawsuit claims that the company made materially false and misleading statements regarding its drug candidate nimacimab, which allegedly proved less effective than advertised. Investors are encouraged to seek appointment as lead plaintiff by the January 16, 2026 deadline to recover losses incurred from these misrepresentations. The firm representing the plaintiffs, Johnson Fistel, is known for handling securities class actions and has successfully recovered significant amounts for investors in the past.
Price reaction · baseline $0.98 (2026-01-09 close) · 4 other SKYE headline(s) in the window, move may be shared
day 0 close · peak
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CONCERNS & RISKS

  • Class action lawsuit filed against Skye Bioscience alleges false statements.
  • Claims include exaggerated effectiveness of drug candidate nimacimab.
  • Investors suffered substantial losses when true details were revealed.

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From our catalyst data and publicly available data · not financial advice
Best trade, last catalyst
+84%
120-day peak, hindsight
Typical move
24.3%
average across 4 past catalysts
Cash runway
~4 mo
High dilution risk
Lead asset
Nimacimab
Phase 2 · Obesity

Full Press Release Details

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Skye Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYE) securities between November 4, 2024 and October 3, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for investors under the federal securities laws.
What if I purchased Skye Bioscience securities?
If you purchased Skye Bioscience securities during the Class Period and suffered losses, you have until January 16, 2026 to seek appointment as lead plaintiff. Investors who suffered significant losses and would like to discuss their rights, or to determine whether they qualify to participate in any potential recovery, should visit: https://www.johnsonfistel.com/investigations/skye-bioscience/
You may also contact James Baker at (619) 814-4471 or jimb@johnsonfistel.com, or Frank J. Johnson, Esq. at fjohnson@johnsonfistel.com to discuss your options privately.
What is this case about?
The Skye Bioscience class action lawsuit alleges that throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company’s business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, defendants allegedly failed to disclose that: (1) Skye’s drug candidate nimacimab was less effective than represented; (2) as a result, nimacimab’s clinical, regulatory, and commercial prospects were overstated; and (3) defendants’ public statements were therefore materially false and misleading.On October 3, 2025, when the true details entered the market, investors suffered substantial damages.
About Johnson Fistel, PLLP:
Johnson Fistel, PLLP is a nationally recognized shareholder rights law firm with offices in California, New York, Georgia, Idaho, and Colorado. The firm represents individual and institutional investors in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation, including international investors trading on U.S. exchanges. In 2024, the firm was ranked among the Top 10 Plaintiff Law Firms by ISS Securities Class Action Services, recovering approximately $90.7 million for investors in cases where it served as lead or co-lead counsel.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Skye Bioscience class action lawsuit about?

The lawsuit claims Skye Bioscience made false statements regarding its drug nimacimab's effectiveness, impacting its clinical and commercial prospects.

How can I participate in the Skye lawsuit?

If you suffered losses from Skye securities purchased during the Class Period, contact Johnson Fistel by January 16, 2026.

Who is eligible for the Skye Bioscience lawsuit?

Investors who acquired Skye securities between November 4, 2024, and October 3, 2025, may be eligible.

What should I do if I lost money on Skye securities?

Reach out to Johnson Fistel for guidance on your rights and potential recovery options.

When did the class action lawsuit get filed?

The class action lawsuit was announced on January 12, 2026.

Last updated: Jan 12, 2026