Shaperon Q1 2026: Pipeline Progress, Revenue Growth but Operating Loss Continues, Convertible Bond Issuance


  • NuGel (atopic dermatitis) US/Korea phase 2b Part 2 patient dosing completed (Apr 2026); NuCerin (Alzheimer's) domestic phase 1 completed (Mar 2026).
  • Q1 2026 revenue KRW 65M (up from KRW 12M YoY) including research service revenue (KRW 39M) and beauty segment (KRW 3M). Operating loss KRW 3,615M, net loss KRW 3,492M (continuing losses).
  • Consolidated cash and equivalents KRW 1.07B, short-term financial instruments KRW 20.19B, total financial assets KRW 21.76B. Net debt ratio 11.4% (up from 9.2% at prior year-end).
  • Post-report period private convertible bond issuance of KRW 8.6B (Apr 15, 2026) to fund M&A and strengthen technology transfer negotiation. Potential dilution.
  • Technology transfer: NuCerin license with Kukje Pharma continues (KRW 23M revenue recognized in Q1 2026); NuPulin (IPF) returned (Sep 2024), seeking new partner.

KOSDAQ Filing Information


  • Filing: Quarterly Report (2026.03)
  • Company: Shaperon (378800)
  • Submission: Shaperon Inc.
  • Receipt: 05-15-2026