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Shuttle Pharmaceuticals Holdings, Inc.(SHPH), a leading pharmaceutical company, has releas ed its unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the second quarter of 2023, revealing a net loss of $2.18 million. The company also reported zero revenue for the quarter, continuing its trend of focusing on research and development activities.
Net Loss Widens in Q2 2023
Shuttle Pharmaceuticals experienced a net loss of $2.18 million for the second quarter of 2023, marking an increase from the net loss of $597,275 reported during the same period in 2022. This widening net loss can be attributed to various factors, including increased operating expenses and interest expenses.
Lack of Revenue Persists
The company continues its trend of generating no revenue in the second quarter of 2023. This lack of revenue highlights Shuttle Pharmaceuticals' strategic focus on research and development efforts and the progress of its pharmaceutical pipeline.
Financial Overview
The unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets reveal that Shuttle Pharmaceuticals had total assets of $8.83 million as of June 30, 2023, compared to $8.65 million as of December 31, 2022. The company's cash and cash equivalents decreased from $8.42 million to $5.45 million over the same period.
Operating Expenses
Operating expenses for the second quarter of 2023 totaled $1.47 million, a significant increase from the $353,626 reported in the same period last year. Research and development expenses were the largest component of these expenses, reaching $933,373, compared to $83,868 in the second quarter of 2022.
Financial Position and Stockholders' Equity
Shuttle Pharmaceuticals' total stockholders' equity stood at $6.94 million as of June 30, 2023, slightly lower than the $7.68 million reported at the end of 2022. The company's common stock issuance increased from 13.60 million shares to 15.48 million shares during the six-month period.
Cash Flows and Financing Activities
During the first half of 2023, the company reported net cash used in operating activities of approximately $2.98 million, while net cash provided by financing activities was approximately $2.90 million. Shuttle Pharmaceuticals' financing activities included proceeds from convertible notes payable and warrants amounting to $3.94 million.
Strategic Direction
Despite the widening net loss and lack of revenue in Q2 2023, Shuttle Pharmaceuticals remains focused on advancing its pharmaceutical pipeline through rigorous research and development efforts. The company's financial results reflect its commitment to investing in innovative medical solutions.
The company's management continues to assess its financial strategies and operational plans to achieve sustainable growth and eventual commercial success for its pharmaceutical products. As Shuttle Pharmaceuticals navigates its development path, investors and stakeholders remain keen on the company's progress and strategic execution.