Cellectar Biosciences, Inc.
For the period ended Dec 31, 2025. Filed Mar 4, 2026.
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FY2025 · Filed Mar 4, 2026
What changed in Management’s Discussion and Analysis?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-K
Period ended 2024-12-31; filed 2025-03-13.
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Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsCurrent report: 10-K
Period ended 2025-12-31; filed 2026-03-04.
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Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
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Current report
emission can only travel a few nanometers. The Company believes that to cause the necessary breakage of the tumor cell DNA, the isotope must get inside the cell and near the cell nucleus to be effective. The Company believes that CLR 125 achieves this condition because of the Company’s novel phospholipid ether drug conjugate platform. CLR 125 is the subject of a Phase 1b dose finding study as described below.
Current report
The overall decrease in research and development expenses of approximately $14,637,000, or 56%, was primarily a result of a reduction in clinical project costs of approximately $6,876,000 and a decrease in manufacturing and related costs of approximately $6,362,000, driven by the conclusion of patient enrollment and declining patient follow-up for our WM clinical study, partially offset by increased activity in our pre-clinical development project costs.
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Previous report
The overall decrease in research and development expenses of approximately $1,130,000, or 4%, was primarily a result of a reduction in clinical project costs of approximately $4,670,000, resulting from site management costs declining and the timing of patient enrollment related to the WM arm of the CLOVER-WaM study, partially offset by an increase in manufacturing and related costs related to greater production sourcing necessary to further develop commercial production capabilities of approximately $1,241,000 and an increase in general research and development costs related to an increase in personnel of approximately $2,554,000.
Previous report
Net cash proceeds from financing activities was exclusively the exercise of warrants by investors during 2024 for approximately $61.4 million, as compared to approximately $22.9 million primarily for preferred stock issued in 2023.
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Previous wording
We are a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of drugs for the treatment of cancer. Our core objective is to leverage our proprietary phospholipid ether drug conjugate ™ (PDC™) delivery platform to develop PDCs that are designed to specifically target cancer cells and deliver improved efficacy and better safety as a result of fewer off-target effects. We believe that our PDC platform possesses the potential for the discovery and development of the next generation of cancer-targeting treatments, and we plan to develop PDCs both independently and through research and development collaborations.
Current wording
We are a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of drugs for the treatment of cancer. Our core objective is to leverage our proprietary phospholipid ether drug conjugate™ (PDC™) delivery platform to develop PDCs that are designed to specifically target cancer cells and deliver improved efficacy and better safety as a result of fewer off-target effects. We believe that our PDC platform possesses the potential for the discovery and development of the next generation of cancer-targeting treatments, and we plan to develop PDCs both independently and through research and development collaborations. On April 30, 2025, we announced that we will explore a full range of strategic alternatives to advance our platform and radiopharmaceutical drug development pipeline. Strategic alternatives under consideration may include, but are not limited to mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, licensing arrangements or other strategic transactions.
Previous wording
We are primarily focused on the development of our radioconjugate PDC programs, also known as phospholipid radioconjugates or PRCs, designed to provide targeted delivery of a radioisotope directly to cancer cells, while limiting exposure to healthy cells. We believe this profile differentiates our PRCs from many traditional on-market treatments and radiotherapeutics. The three lead programs are: iopofosine I 131 (iopofosine), a beta-emitting iodine-131 based program which has been studied extensively, as described below; CLR 121225, an actinium-225 based program; and CLR 121125, an iodine-125 Auger-emitting program, both prepared to enter clinical trials in 2025.
Current wording
The Company is primarily focused on the development of its radioconjugate PDC programs, also known as phospholipid radioconjugates or PRCs, designed to provide targeted delivery of a radioisotope directly to cancer cells, while limiting exposure to healthy cells. We believe this profile differentiates our PRCs from many traditional on-market treatments and radiotherapeutics. Our three lead programs are: CLR 121125 (CLR 125), an iodine-125 Auger-emitting program, prepared to enter a clinical trial in 2025; CLR 121225 (CLR 225), an actinium-225 based program; and iopofosine I 131 (iopofosine I 131, or simply iopofosine), a beta-emitting iodine-131 based program which has been studied extensively, as described below. On June 4, 2025, the Company announced that the U.S Food and Drug Administration (the “FDA”) granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation for iopofosine I 131, as a radioconjugate monotherapy for the treatment of relapsed/refractory Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia (r/r WM). On October 6, 2025, the Company announced that after a scientific advice procedure, the Scientific Advice Working Party (SAWP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) advised that filing for a Conditional Marketing Authorization (CMA) for iopofosine I 131 as a treatment for post - Bruton Tyrosine Kinase inhibitor (BTKi) refractory patients with Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia (WM) could be acceptable. However, there can be no guarantee that the EMA will grant a CMA, in particular that we continue to meet the unmet needs condition. Even if we are granted a CMA in the EU, we will be required to undergo annual renewal assessments to determine whether the risk-benefit balance remains positive. During or in between such assessments, it may be determined that we do not meet the conditions, which would mean that the CMA is revoked, or that there is a need for additional or modified conditions and/or specific obligations.
Previous wording
Research and Development. Research and development expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024, were approximately $26,136,000, compared to approximately $27,266,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Current wording
Research and Development. Research and development expenses for the year ended December 31, 2025, were approximately $11,499,000, compared to approximately $26,136,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Previous wording
General and administrative. General and administrative expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024, were approximately $25,641,000, compared to approximately $11,694,000 in 2023. The increase of $13,947,000, or 119% in general and administrative costs was primarily driven by investing in the development of information and infrastructure to support product commercialization, including the related market preparation and personnel costs.
Current wording
General and administrative. General and administrative expenses for the year ended December 31, 2025, were approximately $11,481,000, compared to approximately $25,641,000 in 2024. The decrease of $14,160,000, or 55% in general and administrative costs was primarily driven by de-emphasizing pre-commercialization efforts and related personnel cost reductions.
Previous wording
Other income (expense), net. Other income (expense), net, for the year ended December 31, 2024, was approximately $7,262,000 of income, as compared to approximately $3,870,000 of expense for the year ended December 31, 2023. A significant portion of this non-cash impact comes from changes in the valuation of the Company’s outstanding warrants. Warrant valuation consists of several
Current wording
Other income (expense), net. Other income (expense), net, for the year ended December 31, 2025, was approximately $1,189,000 of income, as compared to approximately $7,262,000 of income for the year ended December 31, 2024. A significant portion of this non-cash impact comes from changes in the valuation of the Company’s outstanding warrants. Warrant valuation consists of several aspects, but the most significant driver is the price of the Company’s common stock at the end of each reporting period. Interest income decreased to approximately $435,000 in 2025, compared to approximately $1,211,000 in 2024, as a result of lower invested balances and reductions in the related interest rates.
Previous wording
As of December 31, 2024, we had cash and cash equivalents of $23.3 million, compared to $9.6 million as of December 31, 2023, an increase of $13.7 million. Net cash proceeds from the issuance of common stock, preferred stock and warrants during 2024 were approximately $61.4 million. The cash used in operating activities during the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, was approximately $47.6 million.
Current wording
As of December 31, 2025, we had cash and cash equivalents of $13.2 million, compared to $23.3 million as of December 31, 2024, a decrease of $10.1 million. Net cash proceeds from the issuance of common stock and warrants during 2025 were approximately $13 million. The cash used in operating activities during the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, was approximately $23.1 million.
Previous wording
Investing activities consist exclusively of fixed asset purchases, which declined in 2024 as compared to 2023 due to our having completed the establishment of redundancy in each aspect of our product manufacturing supply chain, ensuring product availability upon commercialization.
Current wording
Investing activities consist exclusively of fixed asset purchases, which declined in 2025 as compared to 2024 as a result of our completing the establishment of redundancy in each aspect of our product manufacturing supply chain.
Previous wording
Our cash requirements have historically been for our research and development activities, finance and administrative costs, capital expenditures and overall working capital. We have experienced negative operating cash flows since inception and have funded our operations primarily from sales of equity-based securities. As of December 31, 2024, we had an accumulated deficit of approximately $247.3 million.
Current wording
Our cash requirements have historically been for our research and development activities, finance and administrative costs, capital expenditures and overall working capital. We have experienced negative operating cash flows since inception and have funded our operations primarily from sales of equity-based securities. As of December 31, 2025, we had an accumulated deficit of approximately $269 million.
Previous wording
We have incurred losses since inception in devoting substantially all of our efforts toward research and development. During the year ended December 31, 2024, we generated a net loss of approximately $44.6 million and used approximately $47.6 million in cash for operations. We expect that we will continue to generate operating losses for the foreseeable future. As of December 31, 2024, our consolidated cash balance was approximately $23.3 million. As of the date the accompanying consolidated financial statements were issued (the “issuance date”), the Company’s available liquidity to fund the Company’s operations over the next twelve months beyond the issuance date was limited to approximately $14.9 million of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents. Absent further action taken by management to increase its liquidity, the Company may be unable to fund its operations under normal course beyond the fourth quarter of 2025. To improve the Company’s liquidity, management plans to secure additional outside capital via the sale of equity and/or debt securities or execute a strategic transaction. Management also plans to preserve liquidity, as needed, by implementing cost saving measures. While management believes their plans will be successful, no assurance can be provided such plans will be effectively implemented over the next twelve months beyond the issuance date. In the event management’s plans are not effectively implemented, the Company will be required to seek other alternatives which may include, among others, the sale of assets, discontinuance of certain operations, a wind-down of operations and/or filing for bankruptcy protection.
Current wording
We have incurred losses since inception in devoting substantially all of our efforts toward research and development. During the year ended December 31, 2025, we generated a net loss of approximately $21.8 million and used approximately $23.1 million in cash for operations. We expect that we will continue to generate operating losses for the foreseeable future. As of December 31, 2025, our consolidated cash balance was approximately $13.2 million. As of the date the accompanying consolidated financial statements were issued (the “issuance date”), the Company’s available liquidity to fund the Company’s operations over the next twelve months beyond the issuance date was limited to approximately $9.7 million of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents. Absent further action taken by management to increase its liquidity, the Company may be unable to fund its operations under normal course beyond the third quarter of 2026. To improve the Company’s liquidity, management plans to secure additional outside capital via the sale of equity and/or debt securities or execute a strategic transaction. Management also plans to preserve liquidity, as needed, by implementing cost saving measures. While management believes their plans will be successful, no assurance can be provided such plans will be effectively implemented over the next twelve months beyond the issuance date. In the event management’s plans are not effectively implemented, the Company will be required to seek other alternatives which may include, among others, the sale of assets, discontinuance of certain operations, a wind-down of operations and/or filing for bankruptcy protection.
Previous wording
The preparation of financial statements and related disclosures in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S., or GAAP, requires management to make certain estimates, judgments and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the periods presented. Management bases its estimates and judgments on historical experience, knowledge of current conditions and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying value of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results could differ from those
Current wording
The preparation of financial statements and related disclosures in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S., or GAAP, requires management to make certain estimates, judgments and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the periods presented. Management bases its estimates and judgments on historical experience, knowledge of current conditions and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying value of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results could differ from those estimates. We review these estimates and assumptions periodically and reflect the effects of revisions in the period that they are determined to be necessary.
Previous wording
Fair value measurements. We account for certain financial assets at fair value, defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability (i.e., exit price) in the principal, most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. As such, fair value is a market-based measurement that is determined based on assumptions that a market participant would use in pricing an asset or liability. In conjunction with the financings conducted in July 2024, September 2023 and October 2022, we recorded the preferred stock and warrants separately based on their estimated fair values. Subsequent to issuance, to the extent that such securities are liability classified, they are marked to market, with the change in value reflected in the statement of operations at each reporting date. If management made different assumptions or judgments, material differences in measurements of fair value could occur.
Current wording
Fair value measurements. We account for certain financial assets at fair value, defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability (i.e., exit price) in the principal, most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. As such, fair value is a market-based measurement that is determined based on assumptions that a market participant would use in pricing an asset or liability. We recorded the preferred stock and warrants separately based on their estimated fair values. Subsequent to issuance, to the extent that such securities are liability classified, they are marked to market, with the change in value reflected in the statement of operations at each reporting date. If management made different assumptions or judgments, material differences in measurements of fair value could occur.
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Previous report — wording carried elsewhere
aspects, but the most significant driver is the price of the Company’s common stock at the end of each reporting period. Interest income improved to approximately $1,211,000 in 2024, compared to approximately $387,000 in 2023. The Company’s improved return on cash equivalents is a product of higher average cash balances and a higher average interest rates.
Previous report — wording carried elsewhere
estimates. We review these estimates and assumptions periodically and reflect the effects of revisions in the period that they are determined to be necessary.