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HeartSciences Inc. withdraws IPO registration

EditorEmilio Ghigini
Published 12/18/2024, 03:26 PM
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HeartSciences Inc., a medical device company specializing in orthopedic, prosthetic, and surgical appliances, has officially withdrawn its Registration Statement for a proposed public offering of its common stock, originally filed on June 7, 2023.

According to InvestingPro data, while the company maintains more cash than debt on its balance sheet, it is quickly burning through its reserves.

The Southlake, Texas-based company announced today that it has decided to retract the filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to maintain flexibility in exploring alternative financing options.

The withdrawal, dated today, means that the company will not be proceeding with the public offering as previously planned. No shares were sold as the Registration Statement had not been declared effective by the SEC. The company's common stock and warrants are currently listed on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbols HSCS and HSCSW, respectively.

The stock has experienced significant volatility, with the share price down over 77% year-to-date, though analysts maintain a bullish outlook with price targets ranging from $12 to $15.

This move comes as HeartSciences Inc. evaluates its financial strategies amidst a dynamic market environment. The company, known for its innovative approach in the medical appliance sector, has not disclosed specific reasons for retracting the IPO or detailed its plans for securing future capital. InvestingPro analysis shows the company maintains a healthy current ratio of 4.49, indicating strong short-term liquidity, though analysts don't expect profitability this year.

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The decision to withdraw the IPO registration suggests a shift in HeartSciences Inc.'s approach to fundraising and capital generation. However, the company has not provided further information on the potential financing avenues it is considering.

Investors and industry observers will be watching closely to see how HeartSciences Inc. navigates its financial journey following this change in course. The company has made clear that, for now, the public offering is off the table, and it will be looking into other sources of financing to support its operations and growth.

HeartSciences Inc.'s President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Andrew Simpson, signed off on the withdrawal. The company's future financial maneuvers will likely be of keen interest to its stakeholders and the broader medical devices market. This news is based on a press release statement filed with the SEC.

In other recent news, HeartSciences Inc., formerly known as Heart Test Laboratories, has seen several significant developments. The company's shareholders ratified the appointment of Haskell & White LLP as their independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. They also approved the adjournment of the Annual Meeting to a later date if necessary.

The company has officially changed its corporate name to HeartSciences Inc., a decision ratified by shareholders and filed with the Secretary of State of Texas. This change will not affect the company's ticker symbols or the validity of current stock certificates and public warrants.

Furthermore, the company extended its existing loan agreement with Front Range Ventures LLC, moving the maturity date of its $500,000 loan to September 2025. In analyst news, Maxim Group reduced its stock target for the company from $35.00 to $12.00, although it maintains a Buy rating.

Lastly, HeartSciences is progressing with the FDA submission process for its MyoVista device and AI-ECG algorithm, with submissions expected in 2025. Maxim Group projects initial revenue generation in fiscal year 2026 and adjusted EBITDA profitability in fiscal year 2028. As of April 2024, HeartSciences reported holding $5.8 million in cash.

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