SciSparc Signs Non-Binding Letter of Intent to Sell Stake in MitoCareX
September 26 2024 - 8:05AM
SciSparc Ltd. (Nasdaq: SPRC) (the "Company" or "SciSparc"), a
specialty clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focusing on the
development of therapies to treat disorders of the central nervous
system, announced it has signed a non-binding letter of intent
(“LOI”) to sell its entire ownership interest in MitoCareX Bio Ltd.
("MitoCareX"), the Company’s venture with Dr. Alon Silberman that
focuses on drug discovery and development of cancer therapeutics by
targeting the mitochondrial SLC25 protein family, to a
publicly-traded company in the United States (“the Purchaser”).
SciSparc currently owns 52.73% of the issued and outstanding share
capital of MitoCareX.
Pursuant to the terms of the LOI, initially, in exchange for
transferring and selling to the Purchaser a number of ordinary
shares of MitoCareX that constitute 27% of its ownership in
MitoCareX, SciSparc will receive in cash consideration $700,000.
Subsequent to this first phase, SciSparc will transfer to the
Purchaser the remaining 73% of its ownership stake in MitoCareX in
exchange for a certain number of shares based on the valuation of
the Purchaser equal to $8,000,000 and a valuation of MitoCareX
equal to $5,000,000 (the latter of which includes the $700,000 in
cash consideration for SciSparc’s shares described above).
The LOI also includes provisions for
additional milestones that, upon achievement, could increase the
consideration paid by the Purchaser to SciSparc from $5 million to
$7 million. The details of the full terms of this transaction are
subject to negotiation and execution of definitive agreements.
The valuation of MitoCareX, as described in the LOI, constitutes
an increase of 47% since the Company’s first investment in
MitoCareX ($3.4 million).
“SciSparc is focused on unlocking value through our investments
and partnerships,” said Oz Adler, CEO of SciSparc. “We believe that
this agreement, which sets the foundation for future value growth
through milestone achievements, aligns with our long-term strategy
to enhance shareholder value."
Mr. Amitay Weiss, who serves as the chairman of the board of
directors of SciSparc, also serves as the chairman of the board of
directors of the Purchaser. In addition, Ms. Liat Sidi, who also
serves as a member of the board of directors of SciSparc, also
serves as a member of the board of directors of the Purchaser.
About SciSparc Ltd.
(Nasdaq: SPRC):
SciSparc Ltd. is a specialty clinical-stage pharmaceutical
company led by an experienced team of senior executives and
scientists. SciSparc’s focus is on creating and enhancing a
portfolio of technologies and assets based on cannabinoid
pharmaceuticals. With this focus, the Company is currently engaged
in the following drug development programs based on THC and/or
non-psychoactive CBD: SCI-110 for the treatment of Tourette
Syndrome, for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and agitation;
SCI-160 for the treatment of pain; and SCI-210 for the treatment of
ASD and status epilepticus. The Company also owns a controlling
interest in a subsidiary whose business focuses on the sale of hemp
seed oil-based products on Amazon Marketplace.
Forward-Looking Statements:
This press release contains forward-looking statements within
the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other Federal
securities laws. For example, SciSparc is using forward-looking
statements when it discusses: the proposed terms of the
transactions contemplated by the LOI, including expected valuations
of parties involved; the full terms of the contemplated transaction
which are subject to negotiation and execution of definitive
agreements; and that the Company believes that this LOI aligns with
its long-term strategy to enhance shareholder value. The Company
may not enter into or complete any definitive agreement for the
proposed transactions with the Purchaser or, even if it does, such
transactions may not unlock or enhance shareholder value. Because
such statements deal with future events and are based on SciSparc's
current expectations, they are subject to various risks and
uncertainties and actual results, performance or achievements of
SciSparc could differ materially from those described in or implied
by the statements in this press release. The forward-looking
statements contained or implied in this press release are subject
to other risks and uncertainties, including those discussed under
the heading "Risk Factors" in SciSparc's Annual Report on Form 20-F
filed with the SEC on April 1, 2024, and in subsequent filings
with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Except as
otherwise required by law, SciSparc disclaims any intention or
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements,
which speak only as of the date they were made, whether as a result
of new information, future events or circumstances or
otherwise.
Investor Contact:IR@scisparc.comTel:
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