Why Are Statera Biopharma Shares Surging Today

Statera Biopharma Inc STAB has entered into a non-binding term sheet with Immune Therapeutics Inc IMUN to sell its naltrexone and met-enkephalin rights.
The transaction is contingent upon the negotiation of a definitive agreement and satisfaction of several closing conditions, including a contingency on Immune Therapeutics financing.
Under the anticipated terms, Statera will receive an initial $2 million upfront payment and 5% of the issued and outstanding stock of Immune Therapeutics.
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Additionally, Statera will receive milestone-based payments. Potential indication payments will include asthma, multiple sclerosis, HIV, and chemotherapy. This transaction can generate over $400 million in non-dilutive payments to Statera.
Price Action: STAB shares are up 75.1% at $0.37 during the premarket session on the last check Thursday.