Century Therapeutics Reports First Quarter Financial Results and Business Updates

CNTY-813, Century’s type 1 diabetes iPSC-derived islet therapy with functional-cure potential, remains on track for IND in 4Q 2026; initial clinical data expected in 2H 2027
Upcoming oral presentation at the American Diabetes Association (ADA) annual Scientific Sessions highlighting CNTY‑813 preclinical data on June 8, 2026
On track to advance CNTY‑308, Century’s CD19‑targeted CAR‑iT cell therapy, into the clinic this year
Cash runway into 1Q 2029 with cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities of $217.0 million as of March 31, 2026

PHILADELPHIA, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Century Therapeutics, Inc. (‘Century’, NASDAQ: IPSC), a biotechnology company developing induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived cell therapies for autoimmune diseases, including type 1 diabetes, and cancer, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, and recent business highlights.

“We are executing our pipeline with discipline to deliver an iPSC-derived islet replacement therapy to patients. The progress of CNTY-813 highlights what Century can achieve pairing our Allo-Evasion™ engineering with a scalable iPSC platform,” said Brent Pfeiffenberger, Pharm.D., Chief Executive Officer of Century Therapeutics. “In a relatively short time since initiating this program, we have advanced CNTY-813 into IND-enabling studies on a timeline we believe is highly competitive with leading efforts in the field. With an IND submission expected in the fourth quarter of 2026 and initial clinical data anticipated in the second half of 2027, our focus is clear: to deliver a differentiated, patient-centric, potentially curative approach for people with type 1 diabetes while continuing to expand our autoimmune disease portfolio with CNTY-308.”

First Quarter 2026 and Recent Highlights

Pipeline

CNTY-813, Century’s priority program in type 1 diabetes, reflects strong execution: During Q1 2026, the company made meaningful progress across key IND-enabling activities, including non-clinical development, manufacturing, and regulatory readiness, supporting a clear line of sight to the clinic. Progress to date includes compelling preclinical data showing durable glucose control and immune protection, completion of GMP Master Cell Bank manufacturing, and recent FDA engagement, further de-risking the program. Building on this momentum, Century expects to submit an IND in 4Q 2026, subject to completion of remaining studies, and anticipates initial clinical data in the second half of 2027.
Upcoming ADA presentation highlights Century’s islet cell replacement therapy engineered with Allo-Evasion™ 5.0: Century will deliver an oral presentation at the ADA 86th Scientific Sessions titled “CNTY-813: Scalable Production of Allo-Evasion™ 5.0-Engineered iPSC Beta Islets for Off-the-Shelf Cell Therapies” (Oral Presentation 1318-OR; Monday, June 8, 2026), highlighting scalable production of iPSC-derived islets with robust endocrine function and the demonstrated ability to evade the host immune system.
CNTY‑308 to progress through IND-enabling studies with clinical trial planned to initiate in 2026: Century remains on track to complete IND‑enabling activities for CNTY‑308 and initiate clinical testing in 2026, pending regulatory clearance. CNTY‑308 is a CD19‑targeted CD4⁺/CD8⁺ αβ CAR‑iT cell therapy engineered with Allo‑Evasion™ 5.0 for B‑cell‑mediated diseases. Previously presented preclinical data showed functional comparability to primary CAR‑T cells, including target‑driven proliferation, cytokine secretion, and durable persistence. Collectively, these results and the expanding clinical validation of CAR‑T therapy support Century’s confidence that CNTY‑308 could deliver autologous‑like benefits in an allogeneic, patient‑centric format designed to broaden access.

Corporate

As previously disclosed, completed oversubscribed $135 million private placement financing in January 2026 (HERE for more details).

First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Cash Position: Cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities were $217.0 million as of March 31, 2026, as compared to $117.1 million as of December 31, 2025. Net cash used in operations was $25.3 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, compared to net cash used in operations of $34.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. The company estimates its cash, cash equivalents, and investments as of March 31, 2026 will support operations into the first quarter of 2029.
Research and Development (R&D) Expenses: R&D expenses were $17.1 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, compared to $26.6 million for the same period in 2025. The decrease was primarily the result of a reduction in personnel and lower clinical trial spending.
General and Administrative (G&A) Expenses: G&A expenses were $6.6 million for quarter ended March 31, 2026, compared to $8.4 million for the same period in 2025.
Net Income (Loss): Net (loss) was $21.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, compared to net income of $76.6 million for the same period in 2025.

About Century Therapeutics

Century Therapeutics (NASDAQ: IPSC) is a biotechnology company advancing a pipeline of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived cell therapies with the potential to meaningfully address autoimmune diseases, including type 1 diabetes, and cancer. The company’s therapies are derived from its iPSC cell foundry and leverage its novel immune evasion engineering technology, Allo-Evasion™. Century believes its approach to developing off-the-shelf cell therapies will expand patient access and provide advantages over existing cell therapies which will ultimately advance the course of care. For more information on Century Therapeutics, please visit www.centurytx.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements

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For More Information:
Century Therapeutics
Douglas Carr
Senior Vice President, Finance
investor.relations@centurytx.com

Corey Davis, Ph.D.
LifeSci Advisors, LLC
212-915-2577
cdavis@lifesciadvisors.com

Century Therapeutics, Inc
Condensed Balance Sheets
(unaudited, in thousands)

	March 31,			December 31,
Assets		2026			2025
Current Assets:	$			$
Cash and cash equivalents		51,048			61,853
Short-term investments		83,755			55,261
Prepaid expenses and other current assets		4,236			3,655
Total current assets		139,039			120,769
Property and equipment, net		47,606			50,026
Operating lease right-of-use assets		20,972			16,139
Long-term investments		82,169			-
Intangible assets		34,200			34,200
Other long-term assets		2,567			2,570
Total assets	$	326,553		$	223,704

Liabilities, convertible preferred stock, and stockholders' equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$	3,150		$	4,773
Accrued expenses and other liabilities		8,477			11,696
Contingent consideration liability, short term		1,939			3,757
Total current liabilities		13,566			20,226
Operating lease liability, long-term		43,942			40,241
Deferred tax liability		4,301			4,301
Total liabilities		61,809			64,768
Stockholders' equity
Common stock		18			9
Additional paid-in capital		1,078,873			950,814
Accumulated deficit		(813,562	)		(791,917	)
Accumulated other comprehensive income		(585	)		30
Total stockholders' equity		264,744			158,936
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$	326,553		$	223,704

Century Therapeutics, Inc
Condensed consolidated statements of operations
(unaudited, in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

		Three Months Ended			Three Months Ended
		March 31, 2026			March 31, 2025
Collaboration Revenue	$	-		$	109,164

Operating Expenses
Research and development		17,105			26,580
General and administrative		6,579			8,408
Total operating expenses		23,684			34,988

Income (loss) from operations		(23,684	)		74,176

Interest income		2,019			2,422
Other income (loss)		20			(38	)
Total other income		2,039			2,384

Net income (loss)	$	(21,645	)	$	76,560

Unrealized loss on investments		(615	)		(19	)
Comprehensive income (loss)	$	(22,260	)	$	76,541

Net income (loss) per common share Basic and Diluted		(0.11	)		0.89

Weighted average common shares outstanding Basic		193,474,913			86,021,188
Weighted average common shares outstanding Diluted		193,474,913			86,098,619

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