StemRIM posts FY2025 loss, grants stock options to retain talent

StemRIM Inc. reported a net loss of JPY 1,929,437 thousand for the fiscal year ended July 31, 2025, following an operating loss of JPY 1,971,532 thousand. Total assets decreased by JPY 1,561,755 thousand to JPY 7,518,659 thousand, primarily due to a reduction in cash and deposits. Net cash used in operating activities amounted to JPY 1,414,608 thousand. The company did not provide a financial forecast for FY2026, citing the unpredictable nature of milestone revenues from its business partners.

To enhance corporate value and retain talent, StemRIM's board approved the issuance of three new sets of stock acquisition rights on September 10, 2025. This includes 3,000 units (300,000 common shares) for directors, 4,072 units (407,200 common shares) for employees, and 370 units (37,000 common shares) for temporary employees and external collaborators. These stock options are granted without payment.

The maximum potential dilution from these issuances is 0.48% for directors' options, 0.65% for employees', and 0.06% for temporary employees and external collaborators, based on 62,136,200 issued shares as of September 10, 2025. StemRIM states that these dilutions are considered within a reasonable range and aim to boost morale and secure the company's long-term enterprise value.