Zymeworks Inc.
For the period ended Jun 30, 2025. Filed Aug 7, 2025.
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Jun 30, 2025 · Filed Aug 7, 2025
What changed in Management’s Discussion and Analysis?
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Period ended 2025-03-31; filed 2025-05-08.
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Period ended 2025-06-30; filed 2025-08-07.
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In May 2025, we presented new preclinical data for ZW1528, a novel IL-4Rα x IL-33 bispecific molecule designed to address respiratory inflammation, at the American Thoracic Society International Conference. Key findings for ZW1528 include:
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•High-affinity binding to both IL-33 and IL-4Rα and effective blockade of IL-4, IL-13, and IL-33 signaling at levels comparable to clinical benchmark monoclonal antibody controls.
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•Suppression of both Type 2 and non-Type 2 responses in primary human immune cells of COPD patients in vitro.
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•Efficacy in vivo in acute and chronic murine models of lung inflammation driven by house dust mites.
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•Extended pharmacokinetics in rodent and non-human primate models, with incorporation of Fc extending half-life optimization.
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•Biophysical stability at high concentration (150 mg/mL), supporting potential for subcutaneous administration.
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In June 2025, we presented a trial in progress poster for ZW171 at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting. The study employs a subcutaneous step-up dosing regimen on Days 1, 8, and 15 of each 21-day cycle. The starting dose level (Dose Level 1) is based on a quantitative systems pharmacology-guided minimal anticipated biological effect level (MABEL) approach and includes sequential doses of 4.2 µg (Cycle 1 Day 1), 12.6 µg (Cycle 1 Day 8), and 38.0 µg (Cycle 1 Day 15). Dose levels 2 and above are determined by the data from the prior dose based on pre-specified rules within the protocol.
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The modified toxicity probability interval (mTPI) design is being used to establish the maximum tolerated dose and recommended dose for expansion.
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In June 2025, we presented a trial in progress poster for ZW191 at the ESMO Gynaecological Cancers Congress. The starting dose level (Dose Level 1) is 1.6 mg/kg, administered once every three weeks (Q3W) by intravenous infusion. Approximately six dose levels are planned, with escalation guided by safety and tolerability using a modified toxicity probability interval design.
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In July 2025, we announced that the IND application for ZW251, a first-in-class GPC3-targeting antibody drug conjugate, was cleared by the FDA. We plan to commence Phase 1 clinical studies for ZW251 in 2025.
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Zanidatamab Program
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In May 2025, our partner Jazz announced long-term data, including the first report of median overall survival (OS) from the Phase 2 trial evaluating Ziihera®, a dual HER2-targeted bispecific antibody, in combination with chemotherapy for the investigational use in first-line HER2+ (IHC 3+ or IHC 2+/FISH+) locally advanced nonresectable gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma (mGEA). The data were featured as a rapid oral presentation at the ASCO Annual Meeting. Among 41 patients with centrally confirmed HER2+ tumors, treatment with Ziihera® in combination with physician’s choice of chemotherapy resulted in a median PFS of 15.2 months [95% CI: 9.5, 33.4], and a median overall survival (OS) of 36.5 months [95% CI: 23.6, not estimable (NE)]. Median PFS remained stable with the additional four-year follow-up, consistent with previously reported results. Among all 46 patients in the study with HER2-expressing mGEA, median PFS was 12.5 months [95% CI: 8.2, 21.8], and median OS also reached 36.5 months [95% CI: 23.6, NE], with the longest observed survival at 57.9 months (censored at data cutoff). Long-term follow-up also demonstrated low discontinuation rates, with no new safety signals observed. The pivotal HERIZON-GEA-01 trial, evaluating zanidatamab in 1L gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma (GEA), is expected to read out top-line PFS data in 4Q-2025.
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In May 2025, the NMPA in China granted conditional approval of zanidatamab for the treatment of patients with previously treated, unresectable or metastatic HER2+ BTC. The NMPA conditional approval was based on results of the HERIZON-BTC-01 clinical study, which demonstrated overall survival benefit for patients treated with zanidatamab. Continued approval of this indication will depend on the verification of clinical benefit in the patient population through ongoing confirmatory trials.
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In July 2025, our partner Jazz announced that the European Commission granted conditional marketing authorization of Ziihera® for the treatment of adults with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic HER2+ BTC. Ziihera® is the first HER2-targeted therapy given conditional authorization for HER2+ BTC in the European Union. Continued approval for this indication is contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in the ongoing Phase 3 HERIZON-BTC-302 trial, which is evaluating zanidatamab in combination with standard-of-care therapy versus standard-of-care therapy alone in the first-line setting for patients with HER2+ BTC.
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In August 2025, our partner Jazz announced the initiation of a Phase 2 trial (EmpowHER-BC-208) to evaluate zanidatamab in patients with HER2-positive neoadjuvant and adjuvant breast cancer.
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Our royalty revenue from Jazz and BeiGene was $0.6 million in the three months ended June 30, 2025, driven principally by $5.5 million of net product sales of Ziihera® by Jazz in the three months ended June 30, 2025.
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In May 2025, we recognized $7.5 million of revenue upon BMS’s exercise of its commercial license option in relation to our licensing and collaboration agreement with BMS dated December 23, 2014. We remain eligible to receive up to $313.0 million in potential payments from the BMS collaboration, including development and commercial milestones, in addition to being entitled to earn tiered royalties on global product sales.
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In May 2025, we recognized $20.0 million in milestone revenue from BeOne upon conditional approval of the Biologics License Application (“BLA”) for zanidatamab for second-line treatment of HER2+ BTC by the NMPA in China. We remain eligible to receive up to $144.0 million in additional development and commercial milestones. We are also eligible to receive tiered royalties of up to 19.5% of net sales in BeOne’s territories, increasing to up to 20% when cumulative amounts foregone as a result of a royalty reduction of 0.5% reaches a cap in the low double-digit millions of dollars.
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In June 2025, at the ASCO Annual Meeting, our collaboration partner, J&J Innovative Medicine (“J&J”), reported Phase 1 trial results for pasritamig (JNJ-78278343), a first-in-class, T-cell engaging bispecific antibody targeting human kallikrein 2 (KLK2) expressed on the surface of prostate cancer cells. Pasritamig demonstrated preliminary anti-tumor activity in prostate cancer patients to establish proof of concept for KLK2 as a target in prostate cancer and to warrant further development by J&J. Pasritamig also demonstrated a favorable safety profile with very low rates of cytokine release syndrome that potentially could be safely administered in an outpatient setting. Under our agreement with J&J for JNJ-78278343, we remain eligible to receive development milestone payments of up to $86.0 million, commercial milestone payments of up to $373.0 million, and mid-single digit royalties on sales.
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Also in June 2025, at the ASCO Annual Meeting, our collaboration partner, Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. presented a Trial in Progress Poster for a Phase 1, first-in-human study of DS-2243, a bispecific T-cell engager in patients with advanced solid tumors.
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In August 2025, we announced that we are evolving our business strategy to help enhance long-term stockholder value through thoughtful capital allocation, while continuing to pursue a meaningful impact on patient outcomes through our research and development innovation. We believe there is a compelling opportunity to anchor our future strategy around anticipated royalty and milestone revenues from Ziihera® in currently approved indications and other potential future indications, with the potential for these revenues to be supplemented over time with additional potential revenues from our existing partnerships as well as new partnerships and collaborations formed from our wholly-owned research and development pipeline and other potential opportunistic investments. If this focused, capital-efficient partnership business model is effectively implemented, we believe the anticipated royalty and milestone revenues could serve as both a longer-term funding source for our continued research and development operations and as a foundation from which to grow our self-contained royalty income over the longer term. We intend to remain disciplined with our research and development investment strategy with respect to focusing resource allocation on high-potential, innovative programs that align with our partnership-driven business model, whether originating from our wholly-owned research and development pipeline or accessed externally.
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The information included in the table below presents a summary of key aspects of our collaboration and licensing agreements as of June 30, 2025.
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1 Current stage represents the current preclinical, clinical or commercial stage of development for the particular program, as applicable.
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2 Tiered royalties of up to 19.5% of net sales in BeOne territories, increasing to up to 20% when cumulative amounts forgone as a result of a royalty reduction of 0.5% reaches a cap in the low double-digit millions of dollars.
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Total revenue increased by $29.5 million in the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2025 included a $7.5 million fee upon BMS’s exercise of its commercial license option in relation to our 2014 licensing and collaboration agreement with BMS, $20.0 million of non-refundable milestone revenue from BeOne upon conditional approval of the BLA for zanidatamab for second-line treatment of HER2+ BTC by the NMPA in China, as well as the recognition of $18.3 million of deferred revenue in relation to the achievement of that milestone. Additionally, revenue included $2.3 million for development support and drug supply revenue and $0.6 million royalty revenue from Jazz and BeOne. Revenue for the same period in 2024 included $10.8 million for development support and drug supply revenue from Jazz, $8.0 million of milestone revenue from BeOne in relation to the acceptance by the CDE of the NMPA in China of the BLA for zanidatamab for second-line treatment of HER2+ BTC and $0.4 million from BeOne for drug supply.
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Research and development expense increased by $5.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. The increase in research and development expense in 2025 was primarily due to an increase in expenses for ZW171 and ZW191 due to progression of clinical studies and the activation of initial clinical trial sites and an increase in other preclinical and research program expenses primarily due to expenses for IND enabling studies for ZW209. These were partially offset by a decrease in expenses for ZW220 as IND enabling toxicology studies were largely completed in early 2025, prior to the decision to pause the program, and a decrease in expenses for zanidatamab zovodotin as this program was discontinued. The increase in other unallocated expenses were primarily due to reversal of a contingent liability provision in 2024 following the decision to discontinue the zanidatamab zovodotin program.
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Impairment on Acquired IPR&D
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During the three months ended June 30, 2024, we recorded an impairment charge of $17.3 million as a result of our decision to discontinue the zanidatamab zovodotin clinical development program which utilized the technology represented by acquired IPR&D assets.
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Income tax expense decreased by $0.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. The decrease was primarily due to changes in the estimated effective tax rate for the year as applied to the interim period results.
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In April 2025, we presented six preclinical posters at the American Association for Cancer Research (“AACR”) annual meeting, highlighting progress across our multispecific T cell engager (“TCE”) and ADC platforms. Poster presentations included:
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•ZW171, a differentiated 2+1 T cell-engaging bispecific antibody with antitumor activity in a range of mesothelin expressing cancers;
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•ZW209, a DLL3 targeted trispecific T cell engager with integrated CD28 co-stimulation, demonstrates safety and potent preclinical efficacy in models of small cell lung cancer;
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•ZW327, a novel Ly6E-targeting antibody-drug conjugate bearing a TOPO1i payload; and
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•Design and development of biparatopic antibody-drug conjugates against protein tyrosine kinase 7.
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Zymeworks scientists coauthored two additional AACR poster presentations leveraging technologies to aid further in design and characterizations of ADCs:
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•High throughput quantitative molecular characterization of cytotoxic antibody-drug conjugates in spheroid models for improved functional characterization, screening and candidate selection; and
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•In vitro assays for prediction of ADC hematological toxicity: contribution of antibody, linker, and payload.
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An abstract highlighting results from recent preclinical research on ZW1528, a novel IL-4R⍺ x IL-33 bispecific molecule, was accepted for poster presentation at the upcoming American Thoracic Society annual meeting:
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•Title: ZW1528, A Bispecific Antibody Targeting IL-4Ra And IL-33, Potently Inhibits Key Mediators Of Airway Inflammation (Abstract: 12571)
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•Session Category: B33 (Poster Board: P1567)
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•Date and Time: May 19, 2025 at 11:30 AM – 13:15 PM PDT
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We will be presenting a trial-in-progress poster at the American Society of Clinical Oncology annual meeting on the ongoing first-in-human Phase 1 study for ZW171 (ZWI-ZW171-101):
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•Title: Design of a First-in-Human Multicenter Open-Label Study of ZW171, a Mesothelin x CD3 Targeting Bispecific T Cell Engager, in Participants With Advanced Solid Tumors: ZWI-ZW171-101 (Poster Board: 473b)
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•Session Category: Developmental Therapeutics - Molecularly Targeted Agents and Tumor Biology
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•Date and Time: June 2, 2025 at 13:30 PM– 16:30 PM CDT
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We will also be presenting a trial-in-progress poster at the ESMO GynaecologicalCancers Congress annual meeting on the ongoing first-in-human Phase 1 study for ZW191 (ZWI-ZW191-101):
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•Title: Design of a First-in-Human Multicenter Open-Label Study of ZW191, a Folate Receptor α–Targeting Antibody-Drug Conjugate Utilizing a Novel TOPO1i Payload, in Participants With Advanced Solid Tumors ZWI-ZW191-101 (Poster Board: 125TiP)
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•Session Category: Ovarian Cancer
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•Date and Time: June 20, 2025 at 12:40 PM – 13:30 PM CEST
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Zanidatamab Clinical Program
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In April 2025, our partner Jazz announced that the EMA Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has adopted a positive opinion recommending the conditional marketing authorization of zanidatamab as monotherapy for the treatment of adults with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic HER2+ (IHC 3+) BTC previously treated with at least one prior line of systemic therapy. The CHMP’s recommendation will be reviewed by the European Commission, which has the authority to approve medicines in all EU member states, Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein. A final decision is expected in the coming months.
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In April 2025, our partner Jazz presented two encore trials-in-progress presentations for zanidatamab at the AACR annual meeting titled:
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•HERIZON-BTC-302: A phase 3 trial of zanidatamab with standard-of-care (“SOC”) therapy vs SOC therapy alone for first-line treatment of human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)‑positive advanced/metastatic biliary tract cancer; and
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•EmpowHER-303: A phase 3 study of zanidatamab vs trastuzumab with physician’s choice of chemotherapy in patients with HER2+ metastatic breast cancer whose disease progressed on trastuzumab deruxtecan.
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In April 2025, our partner Jazz announced their participation at the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology annual meeting with three zanidatamab abstracts accepted for presentation. Details of the accepted abstracts as well as presentation dates are as follows:
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•Long-term outcomes and overall survival (OS) for zanidatamab + chemotherapy in HER2- positive (HER2+) advanced or metastatic gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma (mGEA): 4-year follow-up of a phase 2 trial. The presentation is scheduled to take place on Monday, June 2, 2025, 11:30 AM CDT, Rapid Oral Abstract – Gastrointestinal Cancer—Gastroesophageal, Pancreatic, and Hepatobiliary
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•Concordance Analysis Between HER2 Immunohistochemistry (IHC) and In Situ Hybridization (ISH) and a Translational Analysis of Plasma ctDNA in Patients With Biliary Tract Cancer (BTC): An Exploratory Analysis From Phase 2 HERIZON-BTC-01 Trial. The presentation is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, 9:00 AM CDT, Poster Session – Gastrointestinal Cancer—Gastroesophageal, Pancreatic, and Hepatobiliary
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•Survival outcomes for zanidatamab compared with chemotherapy in HER2-positive biliary tract cancer (BTC): HERIZON BTC-01 vs a real-world (RW) external control arm (ECA). The presentation is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, 9:00 AM CDT, Poster Session – Gastrointestinal Cancer—Gastroesophageal, Pancreatic, and Hepatobiliary
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Ziihera® net product sales by Jazz were $2.0 million in the three months ended March 31, 2025. In the three months ended March 31, 2025, our royalties from net sales by Jazz were $0.2 million and have been reflected in our financial statements.
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In January 2025, we recognized $14.0 million in milestone revenue from GSK in relation to a clinical milestone under our 2016 platform technology transfer and license agreement with GSK, which milestone was achieved in January 2025 and paid in April 2025. Following receipt of this $14.0 million milestone in April 2025, we remain eligible to receive up to $203.5 million in research and development milestone payments, up to $867.0 million in commercial milestone payments, and tiered royalties in the low to mid-single digits on product sales.
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In March 2025, we recognized and received $3.1 million in milestone revenue from Daiichi Sankyo following the first patient dosed in a clinical trial related to our 2018 license agreement with Daiichi Sankyo. Following receipt of this $3.1 million milestone, we remain eligible to receive up to $60.3 million in development milestone payments, up to $170.0 million in commercial milestone payments, and tiered royalties ranging from the low single digits up to 10% on future product sales.
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In April 2025, we announced the appointment of Sabeen Mekan, M.D., as Senior Vice President, Clinical Development.
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Our first internally developed product candidate, zanidatamab, is a novel bispecific antibody that targets two distinct domains of the human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (“HER2”). Through rigorous scientific investigation, innovative protein engineering, and our proprietary Azymetric bispecific platform technology, we developed the unique binding mechanism of zanidatamab which enables it to bind to two extracellular sites on HER2. Zanidatamab’s unique binding properties result in multiple mechanisms of action that may enable it to address unmet need in patient populations with HER2-expressing cancers. We have entered into separate agreements with BeiGene, Ltd. (“BeiGene”) and Jazz Pharmaceuticals Ireland Limited (a subsidiary of Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc, collectively referred to as “Jazz”), granting to each of BeiGene and Jazz exclusive rights to develop and commercialize zanidatamab in different territories. Zanidatamab is currently being evaluated in multiple global clinical trials as a potential best-in-class treatment for patients with HER2-expressing cancers.
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Our first internally developed product candidate, zanidatamab, is a novel bispecific antibody that targets two distinct domains of the human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (“HER2”). Through rigorous scientific investigation, innovative protein engineering, and our proprietary Azymetric bispecific platform technology, we developed the unique binding mechanism of zanidatamab which enables it to bind to two extracellular sites on HER2. Zanidatamab’s unique binding properties result in multiple mechanisms of action that may enable it to address unmet need in patient populations with HER2-expressing cancers. We have entered into separate agreements with BeOne Medicines Ltd. (previously known as BeiGene, Ltd.) (“BeOne”) and Jazz Pharmaceuticals Ireland Limited (a subsidiary of Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc, collectively referred to as “Jazz”), granting to each of BeOne and Jazz exclusive rights to develop and commercialize zanidatamab in different territories. Zanidatamab is currently being evaluated in multiple global clinical trials as a potential best-in-class treatment for patients with HER2-expressing cancers.
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In 2024, the FDA granted accelerated approval of Ziihera® (zanidatamab-hrii) 50mg/mL for injection for intravenous use for the treatment of adults with previously-treated, unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (“HER2+”) (IHC 3+) second-line biliary tract cancer (“BTC”). Ziihera® is the first and only dual HER2-targeted bispecific antibody approved for HER2+ BTC in the United States. A Biologics License Application (“BLA”) submitted by our partner, BeiGene, has also been accepted for review by the Center for Drug Evaluation (the “CDE”) of the National Medical Products Administration (the “NMPA”) in China. The European Medicines Agency (the “EMA”) has validated our partner Jazz’s marketing authorization application for zanidatamab in second-line BTC, and the EMA Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has adopted a positive opinion recommending the conditional marketing authorization of zanidatamab as monotherapy for the treatment of adults with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic HER2+ (IHC 3+) BTC previously treated with at least one prior line of systemic therapy. The CHMP’s recommendation will be reviewed by the European Commission. With initial uptake in BTC in the United States, we look forward to reporting on the outcomes of the European Commission’s review in the European Union (the “EU”), following the positive opinion from the CHMP, and pending regulatory action in China as early as 2Q-2025 with our partners Jazz Pharmaceuticals and BeiGene, as well as the top-line results from the HERIZON-GEA-01 study of Ziihera® expected in 2H-2025. Zanidatamab is also under development for multiple HER2-expressing indications. For additional information regarding these agreements with BeiGene and Jazz, see the section titled “Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations” below.
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In 2024, the FDA granted accelerated approval of Ziihera® (zanidatamab-hrii) 50mg/mL for injection for intravenous use for the treatment of adults with previously-treated, unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive (“HER2+”) (IHC 3+) second-line biliary tract cancer (“BTC”). Ziihera® is the first and only dual HER2-targeted bispecific antibody approved for HER2+ BTC in the United States. In May 2025, the National Medical Products Administration (“NMPA”) in China granted conditional approval of zanidatamab for the treatment of patients with previously treated, unresectable or metastatic HER2+ BTC. In July 2025, the European Commission granted conditional marketing authorization of Ziihera® for the treatment of adults with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic HER2+ BTC. With initial uptake in BTC in the United States, China, and Europe, we look forward to reporting on the top-line progression-free survival (“PFS”) data from the HERIZON-GEA-01 study of Ziihera® expected in 4Q-2025. Zanidatamab is also under development for multiple HER2-expressing indications. For additional information regarding these agreements with BeOne and Jazz, see the section titled “Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations” below.
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Since our initial public offering (“IPO”) in 2017, we have funded our operations primarily through follow-on public offerings, including the issuance of pre-funded warrants, and payments received under our license and collaboration agreements. Payments received or receivables from our license and collaboration agreements include upfront fees, milestone and royalty payments, as well as research support and reimbursement payments. Prior to our IPO, we also received financing from private equity placements and the issuance of convertible debt, which was subsequently converted into equity securities, and a credit facility. From inception to March 31, 2025, we received $1,004.3 million, net of equity issuance costs, from these sources of financing including proceeds from exercises of stock options and employee stock purchase plans. As of March 31, 2025, we had $321.6 million of cash resources consisting of cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities.
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Since our initial public offering (“IPO”) in 2017, we have funded our operations primarily through follow-on public offerings, including the issuance of pre-funded warrants, and payments received under our license and collaboration agreements. Payments received or receivables from our license and collaboration agreements include upfront fees, milestone and royalty payments, as well as research support and reimbursement payments. Prior to our IPO, we also received financing from private equity placements and the issuance of convertible debt, which was subsequently converted into equity securities, and a credit facility. From inception to June 30, 2025, we received $1,005.7 million, net of equity issuance costs, from these sources of financing including proceeds from exercises of stock options and employee stock purchase plans. As of June 30, 2025, we had $333.4 million of cash resources consisting of cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities.
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We reported a net loss of $22.6 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and through March 31, 2025, we had an accumulated deficit of $853.0 million. Over the next several years, we expect to continue to incur losses as we increase our research and development expenditures in connection with the ongoing development of our product candidates and other clinical, preclinical and regulatory activities.
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We reported a net loss of $20.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025 and through June 30, 2025, we had an accumulated deficit of $850.7 million. Over the next several years, we expect to continue to incur losses as we increase our research and development expenditures in connection with the ongoing development of our product candidates and other clinical, preclinical and regulatory activities.
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ZW191: A clinical-stage ADC that targets folate receptor α (“FRα”)-expressing tumors including ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, and non-small cell lung cancer (“NSCLC”), is built using our novel, bystander active, TOPO1i payload technology, ZD06519. The FRα-targeting monoclonal antibody incorporated in ZW191 was selected based on compelling internalization characteristics to enable targeting of high, mid, and low levels of FRα expression. A drug-antibody-ratio (“DAR”) of eight was selected due to the restricted expression profile of FRα in normal tissues and to enhance our ability to deliver payload to tumors with lower levels of FRα. FRα is a clinically validated target, found in approximately 75% of high-grade serous ovarian carcinomas, 50% of endometrial cancers, and in 70% of NSCLC. Preclinical data demonstrate strong ZW191 activity across a range of FRα-expressing patient-derived xenografts, including models with low levels of FRα. The ability to target lower levels of FRα is in part due to the DAR-eight format and the observed superior internalization, payload delivery, and tissue penetration derived from the ZW191 monoclonal antibody compared to other FRα monoclonal antibodies used in ADCs currently or previously in development. In a good laboratory practices (“GLP”) toxicology study, ZW191 achieved a highest non-severely toxic dose (“HNSTD”) in non-human primates of 60 mg/kg, which presents a compelling profile and enables the expectation of potentially achieving an efficacious dose level in the Phase 1 clinical trial. We are optimistic about the prospects of ZW191 and we believe the design features and preclinical profile support the potential of ZW191 to target cancers with lower levels of FRα. This would allow ZW191 to potentially unlock efficacy for both ovarian cancer patients who are unable to receive Elahere, as it is only approved in FRα-high platinum-resistant ovarian cancer (“PROC”), and other indications including endometrial and NSCLC which typically express lower levels of FRα. We are currently recruiting patients in an ongoing global Phase 1, open-label, multicenter study of ZW191, registered under NCT06555744 on clinicaltrials.gov. The study aims to enroll 145 participants with advanced solid tumors, including ovarian, endometrial, and non-small cell lung cancers, across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. The study is designed to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and preliminary anti-tumor activity of ascending doses of ZW191.
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ZW191: A clinical-stage ADC that targets folate receptor α (“FRα”)-expressing tumors including ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, and non-small cell lung cancer (“NSCLC”), is built using our novel, bystander active, TOPO1i payload technology, ZD06519. The FRα-targeting monoclonal antibody incorporated in ZW191 was selected based on compelling internalization characteristics to enable targeting of high, mid, and low levels of FRα expression. A drug-antibody-ratio (“DAR”) of eight was selected due to the restricted expression profile of FRα in normal tissues and to enhance our ability to deliver payload to tumors with lower levels of FRα. FRα is a clinically validated target, found in approximately 75% of high-grade serous ovarian carcinomas, 50% of endometrial cancers, and in 70% of NSCLC. Preclinical data demonstrate strong ZW191 activity across a range of FRα-expressing patient-derived xenografts, including models with low levels of FRα. The ability to target lower levels of FRα is in part due to the DAR-eight format and the observed superior internalization, payload delivery, and tissue penetration derived from the ZW191 monoclonal antibody compared to other FRα monoclonal antibodies used in ADCs currently or previously in development. In a good laboratory practices (“GLP”) toxicology study, ZW191 achieved a highest non-severely toxic dose (“HNSTD”) in non-human primates of 60 mg/kg, which presents a compelling profile and enables the expectation of potentially achieving an efficacious dose level in the Phase 1 clinical trial. We are optimistic about the prospects of ZW191 and we believe the design features and preclinical profile support the potential of ZW191 to target cancers with lower levels of FRα. This would allow ZW191 to potentially unlock efficacy for both ovarian cancer patients who are unable to receive Elahere, as it is only approved in FRα-high platinum-resistant ovarian cancer (“PROC”), and other indications including endometrial and NSCLC which typically express lower levels of FRα. We are currently recruiting patients in an ongoing global Phase 1, open-label, multicenter study of ZW191, registered under NCT06555744 on clinicaltrials.gov. The starting dose level (Dose Level 1) is 1.6 mg/kg, administered once every three weeks (Q3W) by intravenous infusion. Approximately six dose levels are planned, with escalation guided by safety and tolerability using a modified toxicity probability interval design. The study aims to enroll 145 participants with advanced solid tumors, including ovarian, endometrial, and non-small cell lung cancers, across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. The study is designed to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and preliminary anti-tumor activity of ascending doses of ZW191.
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ZW251: A potential first-in-class ADC molecule designed for the treatment of glypican 3 (“GPC3”)-expressing hepatocellular carcinoma (“HCC”), incorporates the same Zymeworks proprietary bystander-active TOPO1i payload utilized in ZW191 (anti-FRα) and ZW220 (anti-sodium-dependent phosphate transporter 2b (“NaPi2b”)), ZD06519. The GPC3-targeting monospecific antibody incorporated in ZW251 was selected based on favorable binding and internalization properties to enable targeting of a range of GPC3-expressing tumors. A DAR of four was selected for this program as a lower DAR potentially could unlock a broader range of dose levels, a potential benefit as HCC patients are commonly challenged by impairment of liver function as a result of chronic liver disease and cirrhosis. GPC3, a glycosylphosphatidylinositol (“GPI”)-anchored cell surface oncofetal antigen, is over-expressed in most HCC patients (>75%), and displays minimal normal adult tissue expression, making it an appealing ADC target. In preclinical studies, anti-tumor activity for ZW251 was observed in multiple patient-derived xenograft models of HCC reflecting a range of GPC3 over-expression. In non-GLP non-human primate studies, ZW251 was tolerated at doses up to 120 mg/kg, suggesting the potential for high doses in humans. We are encouraged by published research demonstrating the potential of targeting GPC3 with an antibody in HCC patients as evidenced by tumor localization of iodine radio-labeled condrituzumab, a clinical-stage anti-GPC3 monoclonal antibody, and believe that ADC-based targeting of GPC3 could enable a novel and effective approach to treatment of HCC. We expect to submit an IND to commence Phase 1 clinical studies for ZW251 by mid-2025, with equivalent non-U.S. applications to be submitted thereafter.
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ZW251: A potential first-in-class clinical-stage ADC molecule designed for the treatment of glypican 3 (“GPC3”)-expressing hepatocellular carcinoma (“HCC”), incorporates the same Zymeworks proprietary bystander-active TOPO1i payload utilized in ZW191 (anti-FRα) and ZW220 (anti-sodium-dependent phosphate transporter 2b (“NaPi2b”)), ZD06519. The GPC3-targeting monospecific antibody incorporated in ZW251 was selected based on favorable binding and internalization properties to enable targeting of a range of GPC3-expressing tumors. A DAR of four was selected for this program as a lower DAR potentially could unlock a broader range of dose levels, a potential benefit as HCC patients are commonly challenged by impairment of liver function as a result of chronic liver disease and cirrhosis. GPC3, a glycosylphosphatidylinositol (“GPI”)-anchored cell surface oncofetal antigen, is over-expressed in most HCC patients (>75%), and displays minimal normal adult tissue expression, making it an appealing ADC target. In preclinical studies, anti-tumor activity for ZW251 was observed in multiple patient-derived xenograft models of HCC reflecting a range of GPC3 over-expression. In non-GLP non-human primate studies, ZW251 was tolerated at doses up to 120 mg/kg, suggesting the potential for high doses in humans. We are encouraged by published research demonstrating the potential of targeting GPC3 with an antibody in HCC patients as evidenced by tumor localization of iodine radio-labeled condrituzumab, a clinical-stage anti-GPC3 monoclonal antibody, and believe that ADC-based targeting of GPC3 could enable a novel and effective approach to treatment of HCC. In July 2025, we announced that the investigational new drug (“IND”) application for ZW251, a first-in-class GPC3-targeting antibody drug conjugate, was cleared by the FDA. We plan to commence Phase 1 clinical studies for ZW251 in 2025.
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ZW171: A clinical-stage multispecific antibody built using our Azymetric platform, is a novel 2 + 1 format TCE targeting mesothelin (“MSLN”)-expressing cancers. ZW171 has a unique geometry, with two single-chain fragment variable arms targeting MSLN and one Fab arm targeting the cluster of differentiation 3 protein (“CD3”) component of the T cell receptor, to redirect the body’s natural immune system to fight cancer cells. Preclinical data demonstrated in vivo anti-tumor activity, with engagement in high-expressing cells but not low-expressing cells, mitigating the risk of on-target, off-tumor toxicities. MSLN has strong expression in ovarian cancer (~84%), with moderate to strong expression in NSCLC (~36%), making it an appealing target for therapeutic development with our proprietary TCE technology. In preclinical studies, ZW171 has demonstrated potent preferential killing of tumor cells expressing relatively medium to high thresholds of MSLN while sparing cell line models representative of normal tissue MSLN expression, demonstrating reduced potential for on-target-off tumor toxicity. Incorporation of a low affinity anti-CD3 binding domain further mitigates the risk of peripheral T cell activation and cytokine release syndrome. Preclinical data demonstrated that ZW171 exhibits greater anti-tumor activity compared to benchmark in MSLN-expressing tumor models and is well tolerated in cynomolgus monkeys up to 30 mg/kg. We are actively recruiting patients in the global Phase 1, open-label, multicenter study of ZW171, registered under NCT06523803 on clinicaltrials.gov. The study aims to enroll 160 adult patients with advanced MSLN-expressing cancers in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. The study is designed to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and preliminary anti-tumor activity of ascending doses of ZW171.
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ZW171: A clinical-stage multispecific antibody built using our Azymetric platform, is a novel 2 + 1 format TCE targeting mesothelin (“MSLN”)-expressing cancers. ZW171 has a unique geometry, with two single-chain fragment variable arms targeting MSLN and one Fab arm targeting the cluster of differentiation 3 protein (“CD3”) component of the T cell receptor, to redirect the body’s natural immune system to fight cancer cells. Preclinical data demonstrated in vivo anti-tumor activity, with engagement in high-expressing cells but not low-expressing cells, mitigating the risk of on-target, off-tumor toxicities. MSLN has strong expression in ovarian cancer (~84%), with moderate to strong expression in NSCLC (~36%), making it an appealing target for therapeutic development with our proprietary TCE technology. In preclinical studies, ZW171 has demonstrated potent preferential killing of tumor cells expressing relatively medium to high thresholds of MSLN while sparing cell line models representative of normal tissue MSLN expression, demonstrating reduced potential for on-target-off tumor toxicity. Incorporation of a low affinity anti-CD3 binding domain further mitigates the risk of peripheral T cell activation and cytokine release syndrome. Preclinical data demonstrated that ZW171 exhibits greater anti-tumor activity compared to benchmark in MSLN-expressing tumor models and is well tolerated in cynomolgus monkeys up to 30 mg/kg. We are actively recruiting patients in the global Phase 1, open-label, multicenter study of ZW171, registered under NCT06523803 on clinicaltrials.gov. The study employs a subcutaneous step-up dosing regimen on Days 1, 8, and 15 of each 21-day cycle. The starting dose level (Dose Level 1) is based on a quantitative systems pharmacology-guided minimal anticipated biological effect level (MABEL) approach and includes sequential doses of 4.2 µg (Cycle 1 Day 1), 12.6 µg (Cycle 1 Day 8), and 38.0 µg (Cycle 1 Day 15). Dose levels 2 and above are determined by the data from the prior dose based on pre-specified rules within the protocol. The modified toxicity probability interval (mTPI) design is being used to establish the maximum tolerated dose and recommended dose for expansion. The study aims to enroll 160 adult patients with advanced MSLN-expressing cancers in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. The study is designed to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and preliminary anti-tumor activity of ascending doses of ZW171.
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Through collaboration agreements with Jazz and BeiGene relating to our programs for zanidatamab and zanidatamab zovodotin, we have received $471.0 million through March 31, 2025 in the form of non-refundable upfront payments and milestone payments. In addition, through these partnerships with Jazz and BeiGene with respect to zanidatamab, as of March 31, 2025, we remain eligible to receive up to $1.53 billion in potential regulatory, development and commercial milestone payments, as well as tiered royalties on potential future product sales, pending receipt of applicable regulatory approvals. These partnerships have provided us with a significant source of non-dilutive funding and provide for additional future funding for our lead asset, zanidatamab. These partnerships also leverage our partners’ commercial infrastructure, helping accelerate the development and expanding the potential reach of our lead product candidates.
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Through collaboration agreements with Jazz and BeOne relating to our programs for zanidatamab and zanidatamab zovodotin, we have received $491.0 million through June 30, 2025 in the form of non-refundable upfront payments and milestone payments. In addition, through these partnerships with Jazz and BeOne with respect to zanidatamab, as of June 30, 2025, we remain eligible to receive up to $1.51 billion in potential regulatory, development and commercial milestone payments, as well as tiered royalties on potential future product sales, pending receipt of applicable regulatory approvals. These partnerships have provided us with a significant source of non-dilutive funding and provide for additional future funding for our lead asset, zanidatamab. These partnerships also leverage our partners’ commercial infrastructure, helping accelerate the development and expanding the potential reach of our lead product candidates.
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“BMS”), GlaxoSmithKline Intellectual Property Development Limited (“GSK”), Daiichi Sankyo Co., Ltd. (“Daiichi Sankyo”), Janssen Biotech, Inc. (now known as J&J Innovative Medicine,“J&J”), and Merck Sharp & Dohme Research GmbH (“Merck”). Through these strategic partnerships and collaborations, as of March 31, 2025, we remain eligible to receive up to $1.03 billion in preclinical and development milestone payments and up to $3.08 billion in commercial milestone payments, as well as tiered royalties on potential future product sales, pending regulatory approval. It is possible, however, that our strategic partners’ programs will not advance as currently contemplated, which would negatively affect the amount of development and commercial milestone payments and royalties on potential future product sales we may receive. Importantly, these partnerships include predominantly non-target-exclusive licenses for any of our therapeutic platforms, so we maintain the ability to develop therapeutics directed to many high-value targets using our platforms. There have not been any material changes to the key terms of any of our licensing and collaboration agreements since December 31, 2024. For further information on the terms and conditions of our existing collaboration and license agreements, please refer to “Item 1. Business - Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024.
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In addition to the payments we have received through our collaboration agreements with Jazz and BeOne relating to zanidatamab and zanidatamab zovodotin, as of June 30, 2025, we have received approximately $208.1 million in the form of non-refundable upfront and milestone payments from platform partnership and collaboration agreements. We continue to have revenue-generating strategic partnerships and collaborations with respect to our Azymetric, EFECT and drug conjugate therapeutic platforms with the following pharmaceutical companies: Celgene Corporation (now a Bristol-Myers Squibb company, “BMS”), GlaxoSmithKline Intellectual Property Development Limited (“GSK”), Daiichi Sankyo Co., Ltd. (“Daiichi Sankyo”), J&J (previously known as Janssen Biotech, Inc.), and Merck Sharp & Dohme Research GmbH (“Merck”). Through these strategic partnerships and collaborations, as of June 30, 2025, we remain eligible to receive up to $1.01 billion in preclinical and development milestone payments and up to $3.08 billion in commercial milestone payments, as well as tiered royalties on potential future product sales, pending regulatory approval. It is possible, however, that our strategic partners’ programs will not advance as currently contemplated, which would negatively affect the amount of development and commercial milestone payments and royalties on potential future product sales we may receive. Importantly, these partnerships include predominantly non-target-exclusive licenses for any of our therapeutic platforms, so we maintain the ability to develop therapeutics directed to many high-value targets using our platforms. There have not been any material changes to the key terms of any of our licensing and collaboration agreements since December 31, 2024. For further information on the terms and conditions of our existing collaboration and license agreements, please refer to “Item 1. Business - Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024.
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There have been no material changes in our critical accounting policies and significant judgments and estimates during the three months ended March 31, 2025 as compared to what has been described in our most recent annual consolidated financial statements.
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There have been no material changes in our critical accounting policies and significant judgments and estimates during the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 as compared to what has been described in our most recent annual consolidated financial statements.
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Results of Operations for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2025 and 2024
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Results of Operations for the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 and 2024
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Total revenue increased by $17.1 million in the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2025 included $14.0 million of milestone revenue from GSK in relation to a clinical milestone under our 2016 platform technology transfer and license agreement, $3.1 million of milestone revenue from Daiichi Sankyo following the first patient dosed in a clinical trial related to the 2018 license agreement, $9.6 million for development support and drug supply revenue and $0.2 million royalty revenue from Jazz, and $0.2 million of drug supply revenue from BeiGene. Revenue for the same period in 2024 included $9.9 million for development support and drug supply revenue from Jazz and $0.2 million from our other partners for research support and other payments.
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Total revenue increased by $46.5 million in the six months ended June 30, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025 included $14.0 million of milestone revenue from GSK in relation to a clinical milestone under our 2016 platform technology transfer and license agreement, $3.1 million of milestone revenue from Daiichi Sankyo following the first patient dosed in a clinical trial related to the 2018 license agreement, a $7.5 million fee upon BMS’s exercise of its commercial license option in relation to our 2014 licensing and collaboration agreement with BMS, $20.0 million of non-refundable milestone revenue from BeOne upon conditional approval of the BLA for zanidatamab for second-line treatment of HER2+ BTC by the NMPA in China, as well as the recognition of $18.3 million of deferred revenue in relation to the achievement of that milestone. Additionally, revenue included $11.9 million for development support and drug supply revenue and $0.8 million of royalty revenue from Jazz, and $0.2 million of drug supply revenue from BeOne. Revenue for the same period in 2024 included $20.7 million for development support and drug supply revenue from Jazz, $8.0 million of milestone revenue from BeOne inrelation to the acceptance by the CDE of the NMPA in China of the BLA for zanidatamab for second-line treatment of HER2+ BTC, $0.4 million from BeOne for drug supply and $0.2 million from our partners for research support and other payments.
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Research and development expense increased by $3.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. The increase in research and development expense in 2025 was primarily due to an increase in expenses for ZW251 for IND enabling studies and other preclinical and research activities, primarily due to preclinical development expenses for ZW209 and increased discovery work towards identifying novel targets and therapeutic areas. These were partially offset by a decrease in expenses for ZW191 as an IND-enabling toxicology study was completed during the three months ended March 31, 2024, by a decrease in expenses for ZW220 as cell line and CMC process development was completed in 2024, by a decrease in expenses for zanidatamab, due to reduced manufacturing and clinical support following BLA approval in 2024, and by a decrease in expenses for zanidatamab zovodotin, due to our decision to discontinue the zanidatamab zovodotin clinical development program. Increase in salaries and benefits in 2025 was primarily due to severance costs while stock-based compensation expense in 2025 increased primarily due to new stock award grants during 2025. Increase in other expenses were primarily due to increase in rent and consulting expenses, as well as the recovery due to the reversal of a contingent liability in 2024.
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Research and development expense increased by $9.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. The increase in research and development expense in 2025 was primarily due to an increase in clinical trial expenses for ZW171; increased expenses for ZW251 due to expenses for IND enabling studies and GMP activities as well as clinical start-up costs; and an increase in other preclinical and research program expenses, primarily due to expenses for IND enabling studies for ZW209. These were partially offset by a decrease in expenses for ZW220 due to the decision to pause the program; a decrease in expenses for zanidatamab as a result of reduced clinical support provided to Jazz following BLA approval in 2024, and a decrease in expenses for zanidatamab zovodotin as this program was discontinued. The increase in salaries and benefits in 2025 was primarily due to changes in headcount, while stock-based compensation expense in 2025 increased primarily due to new stock award grants during the six months ended June 30, 2025. Other unallocated expenses increased primarily due to reversal of a contingent liability provision in 2024 following the decision to discontinue zanidatamab zovodotin program and an increase in consulting and rent expenses.
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General and administrative expense increased by $1.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. The increase in general and administrative expense was primarily due to an increase in stock-based compensation expense as a result of new stock award grants in 2025 and an increase in amortization expense of capitalized software and software subscription expenses. This was partially offset by a decrease in salaries and benefits due to a decrease in severance costs and external consulting expenses for information technology compared to the same period in 2024.
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General and administrative expense decreased by $0.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. The decrease in general and administrative expense was primarily due to a decrease in consulting and rent expenses. This was partially offset by an increase in stock-based compensation expense as a result of new stock award grants in 2025 and an increase in depreciation and amortization expenses.
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Other income, net decreased by $2.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Other income, net for 2025 included $3.4 million in interest income. Other income, net for the three months ended March 31, 2024 included $5.9 million in interest income and a $0.3 million net foreign exchange gain and other miscellaneous amounts. The decrease in interest income was due to a reduction in the balances of our cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, due to operating cash requirements, and due to a decrease in the average yield of these investments compared to the same period in 2024.
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Other income, net decreased by $2.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Other income, net for 2025 included $3.4 million in interest income, partially offset by $0.6 million in net foreign exchange loss and other miscellaneous amounts. Other income, net for the three months ended June 30, 2024 included $5.2 million in interest income and a $0.1 million net foreign exchange gain and other miscellaneous amounts. The decrease in interest income was due to a reduction in the balances of our cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, due to operating cash requirements, and due to a decrease in the average yield of these investments compared to the same period in 2024.
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Income tax expense increased by $0.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. The increase was primarily due to withholding taxes incurred on revenue recognized in the period.
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Income tax expense increased by $0.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. The increase was primarily due to withholding taxes incurred on revenue recognized in the period.
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As of March 31, 2025, we had $321.6 million of cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities, comprised of $76.2 million in cash and cash equivalents and $245.4 million in marketable securities.
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As of June 30, 2025, we had $333.4 million of cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities, comprised of $98.3 million in cash and cash equivalents and $235.1 million in marketable securities.
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The following table represents a summary of our cash flows for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024:
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The following table represents a summary of our cash flows for the six months ended June 30, 2025 and 2024:
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During the three months ended March 31, 2025, cash used in operating activities was $3.4 million compared to $37.7 million for the same period in 2024. The decrease in net cash used in operating activities was primarily due to favorable movements in working capital compared to the same period in the prior year.
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During the six months ended June 30, 2025, cash provided by operating activities was $8.7 million compared to $62.7 million of cash used in operating activities for the same period in 2024. The positive change in net cash from operating activities was primarily due to milestone revenues during 2025 and favorable movements in working capital compared to the same period in the prior year.
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Net cash provided by financing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2025 included net proceeds of $0.8 million from stock option exercises and $0.5 million from the issuance of shares of common stock under our employee stock purchase plan. Net cash provided by financing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2024 included net proceeds of $1.7 million from stock option exercises and $0.4 million from the issuance of shares of common stock in relation to our employee stock purchase plan.
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Net cash provided by financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2025 included net proceeds of $2.2 million from stock option exercises and $0.5 million from the issuance of shares of common stock under our employee stock purchase plan. Net cash provided by financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2024 included net proceeds of $2.9 million from stock option exercises and $0.4 million from the issuance of shares of common stock in relation to our employee stock purchase plan.
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Net cash provided by investing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2025 primarily related to net proceeds from marketable securities of $12.5 million partially offset by cash outflows of $0.3 million for the expenditures for software implementation. Net cash used in investing activities for the three month period ended March 31, 2024 primarily related to net purchases of marketable securities of $6.7 million and cash outflows of $0.7 million for the expenditures for software implementation and acquisition of property and equipment in our office and laboratory spaces in Canada and the United States.
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Net cash provided by investing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2025 primarily related to net proceeds from marketable securities of $22.1 million partially offset by cash outflows of $1.2 million for expenditures for office equipment and software implementation. Net cash used in investing activities for the six month period ended June 30, 2024 primarily related to net purchases of marketable securities of $25.5 million and cash outflows of $1.8 million for expenditures for software implementation and acquisition of property and equipment in our office and laboratory spaces in Canada and the United States.
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In the quarter ended December 31, 2024, we began recognizing royalty revenue from sales of zanidatamab by our partner Jazz. However, we have not generated revenue from sales of any of our wholly-owned product candidates as of March 31, 2025 and we do not expect to do so until such time as we obtain regulatory approval and commercialize one or more of our current or future product candidates. As we are currently in the clinical and preclinical stages of development, it will be some time before we expect to achieve this, and it is uncertain that we ever will. We expect that we will continue to increase our operating expenses, subject to periodic fluctuations, in connection with ongoing clinical trials and preclinical activities and the development of product candidates in our pipeline. In addition, inflation generally may affect us by increasing our cost of labor, outside services, manufacturing and clinical trial expenses. Our funding requirements in the short-term and long-term will consist of the operational, capital, and manufacturing expenditures, a portion of which contain contractual or other obligations including future minimum lease payments under non-cancelable operating leases as presented in note 11 and other commitments and contingencies as presented in note 13 to the interim condensed consolidated financial statements. Because of the inherent risks and uncertainties associated with the development and commercialization of our drug candidates, it is difficult to predict the amounts of capital outflows and operating expenditures associated with our current and anticipated clinical trials and preclinical studies.
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In the quarter ended December 31, 2024, we began recognizing royalty revenue from sales of zanidatamab by our partner Jazz, and in the quarter ended June 30, 2025, we began recognizing royalty revenue from sales of zanidatamab by our partner BeOne. However, we have not generated revenue from sales of any of our wholly-owned product candidates as of June 30, 2025 and we do not expect to do so until such time as we obtain regulatory approval and commercialize one or more of our current or future product candidates. As we are currently in the clinical and preclinical stages of development, it will be some time before we expect to achieve this, and it is uncertain that we ever will. We expect that we will continue to increase our operating expenses, subject to periodic fluctuations, in connection with ongoing clinical trials and preclinical activities and the development of product candidates in our pipeline. In addition, inflation generally may affect us by increasing our cost of labor, outside services, manufacturing and clinical trial expenses. Our funding requirements in the short-term and long-term will consist of the operational, capital, and manufacturing expenditures, a portion of which contain contractual or other obligations including future minimum lease payments under non-cancelable operating leases as presented in note 11 and other commitments and contingencies as presented in note 13 to the interim condensed consolidated financial statements. Because of the inherent risks and uncertainties associated with the development and commercialization of our drug candidates, it is difficult to predict the amounts of capital outflows and operating expenditures associated with our current and anticipated clinical trials and preclinical studies.
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Our authorized share capital consists of 1,000,000,000 shares of stock, consisting of 900,000,000 shares of common stock, par value $0.00001 per share, and 100,000,000 shares of preferred stock, par value 0.00001 per share. As of May 6, 2025, 69,683,492 shares of common stock were issued and outstanding. In addition, as of May 6, 2025, we had 5,086,521 shares of common stock issuable pursuant to 5,086,521 pre-funded warrants, 4,787,713 shares of common stock issuable pursuant to 4,787,713 exercisable outstanding stock options, 4,909,448 shares of common stock issuable pursuant to 4,909,448 outstanding options that were not exercisable at that date, and 1,895,565 shares of common stock issuable upon vesting of outstanding restricted stock units.
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Our authorized share capital consists of 1,000,000,000 shares of stock, consisting of 900,000,000 shares of common stock, par value $0.00001 per share, and 100,000,000 shares of preferred stock, par value 0.00001 per share. As of August 5, 2025, 75,166,196 shares of common stock were issued and outstanding. In addition, as of August 5, 2025, we had 4,738,673 shares of common stock issuable pursuant to 4,738,673 exercisable outstanding stock options, 4,504,648 shares of common stock issuable pursuant to 4,504,648 outstanding options that were not exercisable at that date, and 1,842,218 shares of common stock issuable upon vesting of outstanding restricted stock units.
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As of May 6, 2025, 854,631 Exchangeable Shares have been exchanged on a one-to-one basis for 854,631 shares of our common stock and 569,902 Exchangeable Shares are held by former Zymeworks BC shareholders and are exchangeable on a one-to-one basis, subject to adjustment, for up to 569,902 shares of our common stock.
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As of August 5, 2025, 855,344 Exchangeable Shares have been exchanged on a one-to-one basis for 855,344 shares of our common stock and 569,189 Exchangeable Shares are held by former Zymeworks BC shareholders and are exchangeable on a one-to-one basis, subject to adjustment, for up to 569,189 shares of our common stock.
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General and administrative expense increased by $0.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. The increase in general and administrative expense was primarily due to increase in stock-based compensation expense as a result of new stock award grants in 2025 and an increase in depreciation and amortization expenses. This was partially offset by a decrease in consulting expenses.
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Other income, net decreased by $5.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Other income, net for 2025 included $6.9 million in interest income, partially offset by $0.6 million in net foreign exchange loss and other miscellaneous amounts. Other income, net for the six months ended June 30, 2024 included $11.1 million in interest income and $0.4 million in net foreign exchange gain and other miscellaneous amounts. The decrease in interest income was due to a reduction in the balances of our cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, due to operating cash requirements, and due to a decrease in the average yield of these investments compared to the same period in 2024.
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In addition to the payments we have received through our collaboration agreements with Jazz and BeiGene relating to zanidatamab and zanidatamab zovodotin, as of March 31, 2025, we have received approximately $186.6 million in the form of non-refundable upfront and milestone payments from platform partnership and collaboration agreements. We continue to have revenue-generating strategic partnerships and collaborations with respect to our Azymetric, EFECT and drug conjugate therapeutic platforms with the following pharmaceutical companies: Celgene Corporation (now a Bristol-Myers Squibb company,