Capricor Therapeutics (CAPR) saw its stock price surge 5.08% in after-hours trading on Thursday, following the announcement of a proposed public offering of its common stock.
The company revealed plans to raise capital through the offering, with proceeds intended to support the development and manufacturing of its product candidates, including its lead therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The underwriters also have a 30-day option to purchase additional shares, which could further bolster the company's financial position.
Investors reacted positively to the news, signaling confidence in Capricor's growth prospects and its ability to advance its pipeline of transformative cell and exosome-based therapeutics.
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