Latest Zelira Therapeutics (ASX:ZLD) News

A handful of healthcare names did the heavy lifting this week, driven by FDA wins, guideline upgrades, and big shifts in sales and cashflow. The flip side: several clinical-stage stocks fell hard as investors stayed picky about near-term proof and funding.

Zelira Therapeutics has raised nearly US$33 million to fund clinical trials for its HOPE 1 cannabinoid-based medicine targeting autism, while also benefiting from a $1.07 million R&D tax refund.

A few stocks did the heavy lifting this week, with one biotech exploding higher and a gas name collapsing on the other side of the ledger. Big moves came from capital raises, regulator decisions, and drill results that investors treated as near-term value, not distant promises.

Zelira Therapeutics has raised nearly US$33 million from ThirdGate Capital to advance its HOPE® 1 drug targeting autism-related Phelan-McDermid Syndrome through FDA clinical trials. This funding milestone sets the stage for pivotal regulatory progress in the US.

Zelira Therapeutics has received a $1.07 million cash refund under Australia’s R&D Tax Incentive Scheme, reinforcing its funding for ongoing clinical trials and product development. The company has also repaid a prior loan advanced against this claim, positioning it for continued growth in cannabinoid-based medicines.

Zelira Therapeutics has made significant progress in its HOPE 1 clinical trial program, completing a key FDA submission and securing a $650,000 non-dilutive R&D loan facility to support ongoing development and working capital needs.

Zelira Therapeutics reported a significantly reduced loss of AUD 3.85 million for FY25, driven by clinical progress and strategic funding for its HOPE® cannabinoid medicines. The company also expanded its patent portfolio and commercial footprint across key markets.

Zelira Therapeutics reports promising diabetic neuropathy study results with ZLT-L-007 surpassing Lyrica, while converting $3.25 million in notes to equity to bolster HOPE® 1 clinical development.

Zelira Therapeutics has locked in a $650,000 loan facility secured against its anticipated FY25 R&D tax rebate, aiming to accelerate its HOPE SPV clinical trial and strengthen working capital.

Zelira Therapeutics has published full results from a Phase I study showing its cannabinoid-based therapy ZLT-L-007 significantly outperforms Lyrica® in managing diabetic neuropathy pain and related symptoms.

Zelira Therapeutics has enhanced its financial flexibility through a $1.15 million R&D tax refund and a $1 million At-the-Market equity facility, while progressing FDA trial preparations for its HOPE® 1 autism treatment.

Zelira Therapeutics has received a $1.15 million cash refund from the Australian Government’s R&D Tax Incentive Scheme, bolstering its working capital to advance clinical development and business operations.