IN BRIEF: Poolbeg Pharma notes Gilead interest in Hookipa fundraise

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Poolbeg Pharma PLC - London-based clinical stage biopharmaceutical firm - Updates on Gilead Sciences Inc’s intentions regarding potential Hookipa Pharma Inc combination. Notes its intention to vote in line with the board of Hookipa in the instance of a formal offer and that it will participate in the proposed concurrent fundraise in an amount up to $8.7 million. Says this is consistent with its existing contractual obligations. Hookipa intends to fundraise up to approximately $30 million. Gilead currently owns a 19% stake in Hookipa. Poolbeg notes that all combination discussions have been non-binding in nature with no certainty present that a formal offer will be made.

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