Ensysce Biosciences Secures $2M in Second Tranche Financing, Issuing Convertible Preferred Stock and Warrants

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Ensysce Biosciences closed a $2 million convertible preferred stock financing, representing the second tranche of a prior commitment, providing capital for operations and development but with significant potential dilution.

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• $2 Million Financing Closed

  Ensysce Biosciences completed a $2 million convertible preferred stock financing on April 6, 2026, representing the second tranche of a prior commitment.

• Significant Potential Dilution

  The financing involves the issuance of preferred stock convertible into up to 4,363,636 common shares and warrants to purchase an additional 8,727,273 common shares, totaling over 13 million potential new shares.

• Pricing at Market

  The conversion price for the preferred stock and the exercise price for the warrants are both set at $0.55 per share, aligning closely with the current market price.

• Capital for Operations

  Net proceeds of approximately $1.9 million will be allocated to general corporate purposes, including the continued development of the company's TAAP and MPAR programs and working capital.

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This 8-K formalizes the terms of a $2 million financing, which was previously reported in news. The company issued convertible Series B preferred stock and warrants, with both having an exercise/conversion price of $0.55, close to the current market price. While this capital infusion is critical for Ensysce Biosciences, a micro-cap company, to fund its operations and drug development programs (TAAP and MPAR), the issuance of preferred stock convertible into 4.36 million common shares and warrants for 8.72 million common shares represents substantial potential dilution for existing shareholders. The 200% warrant coverage is particularly aggressive. This financing is part of a larger $20 million commitment from November 2025, indicating ongoing efforts to secure funding amidst financial challenges, as also suggested by recent director resignations. Investors should be aware of the significant dilutive impact and monitor the company's cash burn and future tranches of this financing.