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Annovis Bio Inc (NYSE: ANVS) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2008, the firm specializes in developing small-molecule therapies for neurodegenerative diseases, with its lead compound, buntanetap, targeting underlying mechanisms in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.
Corporate Structure
Annovis Bio is privately held and employs between 2 and 10 people. The leadership team includes:
- Maria L. Maccecchini, PhD, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, with over 25 years in biotechnology and neurodegeneration research.
- Mark Guerin, CPA, CMA, CFM, Chief Financial Officer, appointed October 13, 2025, bringing experience from Onconova Therapeutics and Cardiokine.
- Cheng Fang, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, with two decades of preclinical and clinical development experience in neurodegenerative disorders.
- Melissa Gaines, Vice President, Clinical Operations, overseeing Phase I–IV trials in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and related CNS indications.
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Developments and News
On October 12, 2025, Annovis announced new biomarker findings demonstrating the potential of buntanetap to reduce inflammation and neurodegeneration in Alzheimer’s patients, supporting its ongoing pivotal Phase 3 trial. In a separate LinkedIn post on October 13, the company welcomed Mark Guerin as CFO to support late-stage development and financing.
On October 14, 2025, two filings were submitted to the SEC:
- A Form 8-K reporting material agreements, including the engagement of H.C. Wainwright & Co. as placement agent.
- A Form 424B5 prospectus for a registered offering of 3,150,000 common shares and pre-funded warrants for 850,000 shares at $1.50 and $1.4999 per unit, respectively. Gross proceeds are estimated at approximately $5.99 million, with net proceeds of around $5.58 million after a 7% placement fee.
Clinical-stage data include:
- A completed Phase 2a study showing a 4.4-point improvement in ADAS-Cog11 from baseline (p<0.05) after 25 days at 80 mg of buntanetap and a 23% increase in WAIS coding performance.
- Dose-dependent cognitive improvements in early Alzheimer’s patients in a 345-patient dual study, with statistically significant benefits at 15 mg (p=0.042) and 30 mg (p=0.015) versus placebo.
- Results from 471 early Parkinson’s patients indicating that buntanetap halted cognitive decline over six months and improved MDS-UPDRS motor scores in specific subpopulations.
Financial and Strategic Analysis
On October 16, 2025, ANVS shares closed at $2.20, up 21.55%, on trading volume of 915,857 shares. Key financial metrics from Yahoo Finance as of October 15, 2025, include:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week Range | $1.11 – $10.54 |
| Market Capitalization | $43.72 million |
| Beta (5Y Monthly) | 1.62 |
| EPS (TTM) | –$2.10 |
| Total Cash (mrq) | $17.13 million |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (ttm) | –$16.45 million |
The Form 424B5 offering is intended to support clinical development and working capital. As an emerging growth company, Annovis may be subject to reduced public company reporting requirements. Identified risk factors include the high investment risk typical of clinical-stage biotech, limited liquidity for pre-funded warrants, and dependence on successful trial outcomes.
Market Position and Industry Context
Annovis operates in a competitive landscape wherein multiple firms pursue amyloid, tau, and synuclein-targeted therapies. Its small-molecule, once-daily oral approach differentiates buntanetap from immunotherapies and antibody-based agents. With a market capitalization below $50 million and no approved products, the company relies on clinical milestones to attract partnerships and capital. A beta of 1.62 suggests higher volatility relative to the broader market.
tl;dr
- On October 16, 2025, ANVS stock reached $2.20 (+21.55%) on volume of 915,857 shares.
- On October 14, Annovis filed a prospectus to raise approximately $6 million through the sale of 3.15 million shares and 850,000 pre-funded warrants, netting around $5.58 million after fees.
- LinkedIn posts (October 12–13) announced biomarker validation for buntanetap in Alzheimer’s and the appointment of CFO Mark Guerin.
- Ongoing pivotal Phase 3 trial in early Alzheimer’s is supported by Phase 2a data demonstrating cognitive improvements; Parkinson’s data shows evidence of halted cognitive decline.
- The company’s cash position, negative free cash flow, and milestones tied to trial outcomes will influence its funding needs through mid-2027.
