EFFECT ·Filed Jul 17, 2026

CPRX

CATALYST PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
BEARISH
Impact 5/10
Horizonweeks Processed2mo ago SEC9999999995-26-002323
Actionable Insight ▼ Bearish

The simultaneous effectiveness of multiple shelf registrations signals Catalyst is prepared to raise capital at any time. Monitor for a subsequent prospectus supplement or 424B filing that would disclose actual offering size and terms — that event would be the real catalyst for price movement. Until then, the overhang may weigh on the stock given the bearish analyst consensus.

DirectionBearish
Confidencemedium
Horizonweeks
Latest settled — T+5d
CPRX ▲ 0.00% at T+5d
SHORT call ✗ call lost 0.00% · α vs SPY -0.59% · entry $31.49 → $31.49
Next anchor: T+20d due 7w ago
Entry anchored
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Executive Summary

Catalyst Pharmaceuticals received SEC effectiveness on July 16, 2026 for four separate shelf registration statements (File Nos. 333-215315, 333-170945, 333-151368, 333-240052, and 333-219259), each previously filed as POS AM amendments. This batch of EFFECT notices confirms the company can now sell securities under multiple shelf registrations at any time, creating a potential dilution overhang. The simultaneous effectiveness of multiple shelves suggests preparation for flexible capital raising, though no specific offering size or timing is disclosed in these filings.

Key Facts

  • Four shelf registration statements (File Nos. 333-215315, 333-170945, 333-151368, 333-240052, 333-219259) were declared effective by the SEC on July 16, 2026.
  • Each shelf was preceded by a POS AM (post-effective amendment) filing, indicating updates to previously filed registration statements.
  • No offering size, pricing, or specific security type is disclosed in these EFFECT notices.
  • The company has a $3.9B market cap and analyst consensus is 0% bullish (6 Hold, 1 Sell, 2 Strong Sell).
  • Institutional 13F data shows only $28M in disclosed holdings from top holders, with 2 adds and 1 trim in the most recent quarter.

Financial Impact

Multiple shelf registrations effective — potential dilution overhang, but no specific dollar amount disclosed in these filings.

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Risk Factors

  • Potential dilutive equity offering at any time under the now-effective shelf registrations
  • Bearish analyst consensus with 0% bullish ratings and 3 sell-equivalent ratings
  • Low institutional ownership ($28M disclosed) suggests limited support from large funds

Market Snapshot

Exchange
Nasdaq
Sector
Pharmaceutical Preparations
Analyst Consensus
0% bullish (9 analysts)

Investment Themes

Biotech & Drug Discovery

Documents Analyzed

This report is based on 24 SEC documents filed with EDGAR.

DocumentAccession Number
EFFECT Filing (CPRX) — Batch item 19999999995-26-002323
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Document: 9999999995-26-002323.txt9999999995-26-002321
EFFECT Filing (CPRX) — Batch item 49999999995-26-002322
Document: 9999999995-26-002322-index.html9999999995-26-002322
Document: 9999999995-26-002322.txt9999999995-26-002321
EFFECT Filing (CPRX) — Batch item 79999999995-26-002321
Document: 9999999995-26-002321-index.html9999999995-26-002324
Document: 9999999995-26-002321.txt9999999995-26-002323
EFFECT Filing (CPRX) — Batch item 109999999995-26-002323
Document: 9999999995-26-002323-index.html9999999995-26-002323
Document: 9999999995-26-002323.txt9999999995-26-002323
EFFECT Filing (CPRX) — Batch item 139999999995-26-002322
Document: 9999999995-26-002322-index.html9999999995-26-002323
Document: 9999999995-26-002322.txt9999999995-26-002323
EFFECT Filing (CPRX) — Batch item 169999999995-26-002321
Document: 9999999995-26-002321-index.html9999999995-26-002323
Document: 9999999995-26-002321.txt9999999995-26-002323
EFFECT Filing (CPRX) — Batch item 199999999995-26-002325
Document: 9999999995-26-002325-index.html9999999995-26-002323
Document: 9999999995-26-002325.txt9999999995-26-002323
EFFECT Filing (CPRX) — Batch item 229999999995-26-002324
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Document: 9999999995-26-002324.txt9999999995-26-002323
15 reports for CPRX
Performance horizon
75% Hit rate 6 of 8 directional calls best @ T+60▲ +25.72%Feb 25, 2026
Filters
Rows
Reports for CPRX — sortable, filterable
TypeNow
Aug 22, 2026
5w ago
Institutional Cluster
MIXED ★ 5/10
—awaiting T+5——
Jul 24, 2026
9w ago
15-12G
BEARISH ★ 9/10
$31.49 awaiting T+5awaiting T+5——
Jul 17, 2026
11w ago
EFFECT
BEARISH ★ 5/10
$31.49 $31.49· 0.00%▼ −0.59%—
Jul 15, 2026
11w ago
25-NSE
BEARISH ★ 9/10
$31.49 $31.49· 0.00%▼ −0.98%—
Jul 8, 2026
12w ago
8-K
BULLISH ★ 6/10
$31.47 $31.49▲ +0.06%▲ +0.20%—
Jun 30, 2026
13w ago
DEFA14A
NEUTRAL ★ 3/10
$31.44 $31.49▲ +0.16%▼ −0.10%—
Jun 30, 2026
13w ago
8-K
NEUTRAL ★ 4/10
$31.44 $31.49▲ +0.16%▼ −0.10%—
May 28, 2026
18w ago
PREM14A
BULLISH ★ 8/10
$31.23 $31.28▲ +0.16%▲ +0.45%—
May 12, 2026
20w ago
DEFA14A
NEUTRAL ★ 3/10
$31.14 $31.23▲ +0.29%▲ +0.21%—
May 11, 2026
20w ago
Press Release
BEARISH ★ 8/10
$31.14 $31.23▼ −0.29%▼ −0.21%—
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