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KYNTRA BIO, INC. (KYNB): restructuring charge — FibroGen cuts 75% of U.S. workforce (127 employees); charges $16-18M
KYNTRA BIO, INC.
- Workforce reduction of ~75% (127 U.S. employees) effective Aug 2, 2024.
- Estimated non-recurring charges of $16-18M for severance, payroll, benefits.
- Majority of charges expected in H2 2024; cash payments substantially complete by Q1 2025.
- Restructuring follows negative pamrevlumab clinical trial data announced earlier that week.
- Potential position eliminations subject to legal requirements; process may extend beyond Q1 2025.