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Exicure, Inc. Announces Adjournment of Special Meeting and Information for Reconvened Special Meeting CHICAGO, IL

Key Takeaway: Exicure, Inc. has announced the adjournment of its Special Meeting of Stockholders due to insufficient quorum, with only 49.4% of outstanding shares represented. The meeting will be reconvened on August 19, 2024, to solicit further votes on proposals outlined in the company's proxy statement. Stockholders who have already voted do not need to act again, while those yet to vote are encouraged to do so promptly. The company remains focused on exploring strategic alternatives after recently restructuring and halting clinical activities.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • The reconvened Special Meeting shows the company's intent to engage shareholders.
  • Stockholders are encouraged to participate and vote, indicating active involvement.
  • The company continues to explore strategic alternatives to enhance stockholder value.

CONCERNS & RISKS

  • The Special Meeting lacked a quorum, indicating low shareholder engagement.
  • There has been a suspension of clinical and development activities, raising concerns about the company's progress.
  • The need for additional voting suggests potential uncertainty regarding shareholder support for proposals.

BiopharmaWatch Analysis

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Best trade, last catalyst
+35%
120-day peak, hindsight
Typical move
19.3%
average across 2 past catalysts
Cash runway
~5 mo
High dilution risk
Lead asset
GPC-100
Phase 2 · Multiple Myeloma

Full Press Release Details

Exicure, Inc. Announces Adjournment of Special Meeting and Information for Reconvened Special Meeting
CHICAGO, IL - August 15, 2024 - Exicure, Inc. (Nasdaq XCUR, the Company ), announced today that its Special Meeting of Stockholders (the Special Meeting ) scheduled for and convened on August 15, 2024 has been adjourned for the purpose of soliciting additional votes with respect to the proposal described in the Company's definitive proxy statement for the Special Meeting filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC ) on July 30, 2024.
The presence, in person, by remote communication or by proxy, of the holders of a majority of the outstanding shares of stock entitled to vote constitutes a quorum. There was less than the required majority represented at the Special Meeting, so a quorum did not exist. At the time the Special Meeting was adjourned, proxies had been submitted by stockholders representing approximately 49.4% of the outstanding shares of stock entitled to vote.
The Special Meeting will be reconvened on August 19, 2024 at 9 00 a.m. Central Time and will continue to be held virtually and exclusively online via live audio-only webcast at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com XCUR2024SM.
The record date for determination of stockholders entitled to vote at the reconvened Special Meeting remains July 26, 2024.
Proxies previously submitted in respect of the Special Meeting will be voted at the adjourned Special Meeting unless properly revoked, and stockholders who have previously submitted a proxy or otherwise voted need not take any action.
Stockholders who have not yet voted are encouraged to vote as soon as possible via the Internet at www.proxyvote.com or by phone at 1-800-690-6903. You will be asked to provide the control number from your proxy card and follow the instructions.
If you are a beneficial owner of shares registered in the name of your broker, bank or other agent, you should have received these proxy materials and a voting instructions from that organization rather than from us. Simply follow the instructions to ensure that your vote is counted.
Exicure, Inc. has historically been an early-stage biotechnology company focused on developing nucleic acid therapies targeting ribonucleic acid against validated targets. Following its recent restructuring and suspension of clinical and development activities, the Company is exploring strategic alternatives to maximize stockholder value, both with respect to its historical biotechnology assets and more broadly. For further information, see www.exicuretx.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was the Special Meeting of Stockholders adjourned?

The Special Meeting was adjourned to gather more votes on the proposal.

When will the reconvened Special Meeting take place?

The reconvened Special Meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. CT.

How can stockholders vote at the meeting?

Stockholders can vote online at www.proxyvote.com or by calling 1-800-690-6903.

What was the voting percentage at the adjourned meeting?

Approximately 49.4% of the outstanding shares voted at the adjourned meeting.

What should beneficial owners do to vote?

Beneficial owners should follow the instructions provided by their broker or bank.

Last updated: Aug 15, 2024