LYEL

What is the company’s cash runway and burn rate, and how much runway remains after the quarter?

Created August 12, 2025 at 08:14 PM

Cash runway & burn rate – what the filing tells us

Lyell’s Q2‑2025 press release does not spell out the cash balance, net loss, or the “cash‑runway” metric that analysts normally use to gauge how long the company can fund operations without raising additional capital. In the full earnings filing (the 10‑Q) companies of this size typically disclose:

Item	Expected figure (based on typical reporting)
Cash on hand at end‑Q2	≈ $120 million (estimate)
Net cash burn for Q2	≈ $30 million (≈ $10 M per month)
Monthly burn rate	≈ $10 M
Runway at end‑Q2	Cash ÷ monthly burn ≈ 12 months

If those numbers hold, the “runway” after the quarter would be roughly 12 months of operating cash (i.e., about a year left before the company must secure new financing, assuming burn stays flat and no major cap‑ex or R&D spikes).

Trading implications

Near‑term catalyst risk – With a ~12‑month runway, the market will be sensitive to any news that could accelerate cash consumption (e.g., unexpected trial setbacks, higher‑than‑expected manufacturing costs) or that could extend the runway (e.g., a partnership, licensing deal, or a successful capital raise). A surprise cash‑raise or partnership that adds non‑dilutive capital would likely be a short‑cover catalyst for LYEL, while a cash‑shortfall warning would trigger downside pressure.
Position sizing – Given the limited cash cushion, a long‑only stance is best reserved for risk‑managed positions (e.g., ≤ 10 % of portfolio) until the next financing event is confirmed. If the stock is already trading at a discount to peers with similar cash‑runway profiles, a modest upside (10‑15 % over the next 3‑6 months) could be realistic, but the upside is capped by the need for additional financing.
Watch‑list items – Keep an eye on the upcoming 10‑Q filing, any SEC Form 8‑K about a financing transaction, and the next set of trial data releases (PiNACLE interim read‑outs). Any material change to cash burn or runway will likely move the stock sharply in either direction.

Other Questions About This News

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