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Ocugen, Inc. OCGN
Biological Products, (No Diagnostic Substances) · SIC 2836 · Vertical: Biological Products, (No Diagnostic Substances) (SIC 2836)
Ocugen, Inc. is a biotechnology company developing modifier gene therapies for blinding diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa, Stargardt disease and geographic atrophy. In 2026 it closed a convertible senior notes offering of $130.0 million that extends its cash runway into 2028, while top-line Phase 3 results for OCU400 and OCU410ST are expected in 2027.
The AI analysis may be outdated: new filings came after its sources (see the «AI analysis» section).
At the close of 04 Nov 2026, Ocugen, Inc. (OCGN) stock was 0.87 USD (+17.38% on the day), with market capitalisation 296.7 m USD, beta 1.52, 52-week range 0.70–2.48 USD. Latest reported quarter (Q3 2026): revenue of 2.0 m USD (+11.4% YoY), net income of -3.6 m USD, diluted EPS -0.01 USD.
Data as of · AI analysis dated · Source: SEC filings and closing prices, computed by olivLaw.
Price history
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Technical reading
- RSI (14)
- 51.7
- neutral
- Bollinger (20, 2)
- 0.65 – 0.97
- in the upper half of the band · %B 0.71 · band width 39.4%
- SMA 50 / 200
- 1.00 / 1.42
- downtrend (price < SMA50 < SMA200)
- MACD (12, 26, 9)
- -0.07 / -0.08
- MACD above signal
Indicators describe past prices; on their own they do not predict direction. On our history the RSI ≤ 40 filter added no return (see the signals methodology).
Performance
| Company | S&P 500 | vs S&P 500 | Vertical median | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 month | −15.9% | −1.1% | −14.8 pp | — |
| 3 months | −31.7% | −0.5% | −31.2 pp | — |
| 6 months | −39.9% | +4.4% | −44.3 pp | — |
| Year to date | −35.2% | +12.3% | −47.5 pp | — |
| 1 year | −38.8% | +13.5% | −52.4 pp | +8.1% |
| 3 years | +127.1% | +76.4% | +50.7 pp | +3.1% |
| 5 years | −91.5% | +63.7% | −155.1 pp | — |
Price returns, dividends excluded.
Quarterly results
Latest quarter: Q3 2026 · 30 Sept 2026
Quarterly margins
Quarterly statements · USD
| Fiscal year | Q4 '24 | Q1 '25 | Q2 '25 | Q3 '25 | Q4 '25 | Q1 '26 | Q2 '26 | Q3 '26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 764.0 k | 1.5 m | 1.4 m | 1.8 m | -193.0 k | 1.5 m | 1.5 m | 2.0 m |
| Research & development | 8.3 m | 9.5 m | 8.4 m | 11.1 m | 10.7 m | 11.3 m | 10.7 m | 12.5 m |
| Operating income | -13.8 m | -14.5 m | -13.8 m | -17.6 m | -17.0 m | -17.8 m | -16.4 m | -17.8 m |
| Interest expense | 601.0 k | 1.3 m | 1.3 m | 1.3 m | 1.3 m | 1.3 m | 4.5 m | 3.1 m |
| Net income | -13.9 m | -15.4 m | -14.7 m | -20.1 m | -17.7 m | -19.2 m | -24.9 m | -3.6 m |
| Diluted EPS | — | -0.05 | -0.05 | -0.07 | — | -0.06 | -0.07 | -0.01 |
| Operating cash flow | -10.4 m | -19.4 m | -10.7 m ≈ | -12.9 m ≈ | -14.0 m | -21.8 m | -12.2 m ≈ | -15.7 m ≈ |
| Capex | 13.0 k | 16.0 k | 43.0 k ≈ | 91.0 k ≈ | 35.0 k | 6.0 k | 21.0 k ≈ | 149.0 k ≈ |
≈ derived quarter (cumulative difference / share-days average)
E/P over time
E/P = trailing-12-month diluted EPS / price at quarter end. E/P is the inverse of P/E and stays defined when earnings are negative.
Fiscal years
| Fiscal year | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 0 | 0 | 43.0 k | 0 | 2.5 m | 6.0 m | 4.1 m | 4.4 m |
| Revenue YoY | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | −100.0% | unavailable | +142.6% | −32.8% | +8.8% |
| Net income | -18.2 m | -20.2 m | -21.8 m | -58.4 m | -86.8 m | -63.1 m | -54.1 m | -67.8 m |
| Net income YoY | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable |
| Diluted EPS | -0.79 | -1.46 | -0.31 | -0.30 | -0.40 | -0.26 | unavailable | unavailable |
| Diluted EPS YoY | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable |
| net % | unavailable | unavailable | -50,748.8% | unavailable | -3,488.9% | -1,045.0% | -1,333.0% | -1,537.4% |
| Free cash flow | -11.7 m | -16.9 m | -15.0 m | -48.9 m | -64.5 m | -72.5 m | -45.5 m | -57.1 m |
Reported results vs expectations
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Balance sheet & financial health
Fiscal year 2025 · 31 Dec 2025
- Cash
- 18.6 m USD
- Financial debt
- 28.8 m USD
- Net debt
- 10.2 m USD
- Equity
- -12.2 m USD
- Total assets
- 43.5 m USD
- Debt / equity
- unavailable
- Current ratio
- 1.06x
- ROE
- unavailable
- ROA
- -107.7%
- FCF margin
- -1,295.0%
Financial statements (source on every figure)
Revenue and net income (USD)
Margins
Income statement · USD
| Line | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Source (latest year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 43.0 k | 0 | 2.5 m | 6.0 m | 4.1 m | 4.4 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Research & development | — | — | — | 39.6 m | 32.1 m | 39.8 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Operating income | -21.3 m | -58.0 m | -89.1 m | -65.5 m | -54.8 m | -62.9 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Depreciation & amortisation | — | 229.0 k | 480.0 k | — | — | — | SEC (XBRL)· 28 Feb 2023verified |
| EBITDA | — | -57.8 m ≈ | -88.6 m ≈ | — | — | — | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2024derived |
| Interest expense | 721.0 k | 79.0 k | — | — | 688.0 k | 5.2 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Pre-tax income | -21.8 m | -58.4 m | -86.8 m | -63.1 m | -54.1 m | -67.8 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Income tax | 0 | -52.0 k | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Net income | -21.8 m | -58.4 m | -86.8 m | -63.1 m | -54.1 m | -67.8 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Diluted EPS | -0.31 | -0.30 | -0.40 | -0.26 | — | — | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2024verified |
| Weighted average diluted shares | 112.2 m | 195.0 m | 214.6 m | 244.3 m | — | — | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2024verified |
≈ computed by olivLaw from the reported lines of the same year: Operating income + Depreciation & amortisation.
Balance sheet · USD
| Line | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Source (latest year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash | 24.0 m | 95.0 m | 77.6 m | 39.5 m | 58.8 m | 18.6 m | SEC (XBRL)· 06 Aug 2026verified |
| Current assets | 25.9 m | 102.6 m | 98.5 m | 43.0 m | 61.7 m | 24.3 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Property, plant & equipment, net | 633.0 k | 1.2 m | 6.1 m | 17.3 m | 16.6 m | 14.4 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Total assets | 27.4 m | 105.8 m | 108.6 m | 64.5 m | 82.4 m | 43.5 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Accounts payable | 395.0 k | 2.3 m | 8.1 m | 3.2 m | 4.2 m | 6.2 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Short-term debt | 234.0 k | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 m | 1.3 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Long-term debt | 1.8 m | 1.7 m | 2.3 m | 2.8 m | 27.3 m | 27.5 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Current liabilities | 3.6 m | 7.0 m | 28.5 m | 17.1 m | 21.6 m | 23.0 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Total liabilities | 5.8 m | 9.9 m | 34.7 m | 24.0 m | 52.8 m | 55.7 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Equity | 21.6 m † | 91.2 m † | 74.0 m † | 40.6 m † | 29.6 m † | -12.2 m † | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
† equity attributable to the parent's shareholders: in these years the issuer no longer reports the total including non-controlling interests.
Cash flow · USD
| Line | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Source (latest year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating cash flow | -14.7 m | -47.9 m | -60.1 m | -62.1 m | -42.1 m | -57.0 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Capex | 307.0 k | 939.0 k | 4.5 m | 10.5 m | 3.4 m | 185.0 k | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Free cash flow | -15.0 m ≈ | -48.9 m ≈ | -64.5 m ≈ | -72.5 m ≈ | -45.5 m ≈ | -57.1 m ≈ | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026derived |
| Investing cash flow | -307.0 k | -1.8 m | -17.0 m | 3.1 m | -3.4 m | -311.0 k | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Financing cash flow | 31.6 m | 120.7 m | 59.5 m | 20.9 m | 64.9 m | 17.3 m | SEC (XBRL)· 04 Mar 2026verified |
| Share repurchases | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — | SEC (XBRL)· 28 Feb 2022verified |
≈ computed by olivLaw from the reported lines of the same year: Operating cash flow − Capex.
Computed indicators
Growth
Profitability
Returns
Balance sheet
Liquidity
Cash
Efficiency
Market and valuation
1 indicators that do not apply to the sector.
Valuation
olivLaw classification
- indicators available: 5 of at least 6
- score weight coverage: 33.3% of at least 60%
- valuation methods computed: 0 of at least 1
A scoring methodology on indicators and valuation, not investment advice.
Closing price
04 Nov 2026Source: olivLaw, closing series
Market cap: 296.7 m USD
Key indicators
Coverage and freshness
Score by group
33% · Insufficient data
Estimated value range
unavailable — no valuation method could be computed
Valuation assumptions are editorial choices, not measured; beta is not measured.
Valuation methods
- DCF (discounted cash flow)unavailable · the base of the ratio is not positive
- Peers: EV/EBITDAunavailable · input data missing
- Peers: P/Eunavailable · the base of the ratio is not positive
- Dividend discount (DDM)unavailable · the company pays no dividend: a dividend model needs an explicit initiation assumption
no valuation method could be computed
Classification (SIC) comparables group by industry code, not by economic activity; the direct group is an editorial selection by activity. Members' multiples are on their own trailing twelve months, at their own latest close.
Assumptions (illustrative, editorial)
- Risk-free rate
- 4.3%
- Equity risk premium
- 5.0%
- Beta (default)
- 1.00
- Cost of equity
- 9.3%
- Terminal growth
- 2.5%
Factor scorecard
Insufficient data
Minimum-evidence gate: indicators available: 5 of at least 6; score weight coverage: 33.3% of at least 60%; valuation methods computed: 0 of at least 1
| Factor | Value | Score | Weight used |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROIC · Quality | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| Net margin · Quality | -1,367.6% | 24 (vs peers) | 19% |
| FCF conversion · Quality | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| Revenue CAGR 3Y · Growth | 21.0% | 100 (on a fixed band) | 25% |
| EPS CAGR 3Y · Growth | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| Net debt / EBITDA · Balance sheet | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| Interest coverage · Balance sheet | -6.8x | 0 (on a fixed band) | 19% |
| Current ratio · Balance sheet | 0.8x | 0 (on a fixed band) | 13% |
| P/E (TTM) · Valuation | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| EV/EBITDA · Valuation | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| FCF yield · Valuation | -21.5% | 0 (on a fixed band) | 25% |
| Shareholder yield (distributions) · Returns | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| Payout ratio (FCF) · Returns | unavailable | unavailable | — |
Factors without a value were dropped; the remaining weights were renormalised.
Score groups
- Balance sheet0/100 · 2/3 factors with a value
- Growth· partial100/100 · 1/2 factors with a value
- Quality· partial24/100 · 1/3 factors with a value
- Returns· partialunavailable · 0/2 factors with a value
- Valuation· partial0/100 · 1/3 factors with a value
A «partial» group is computed from under half of its weight or from one factor: it is not a full assessment of the group.
Memo
OCUGEN, INC. (OCGN). Latest full fiscal year: 2025; data up to 2026-09-30.
Figures computed from the financial statements: revenue 4.4 m USD in 2025; YoY growth 8.8%; net margin -1,367.6%.
Valuation cannot be computed from the available data.
Insufficient data for a verdict (indicators available: 5 of at least 6; score weight coverage: 33.3% of at least 60%; valuation methods computed: 0 of at least 1).
Text generated deterministically from the figures shown; no language model. Not investment advice.
What supports the thesis
- Revenue CAGR 3Y: 21.0%
What contradicts it
- Net margin: -1,367.6%
- Interest coverage: -6.8x
- Current ratio: 0.8x
- FCF yield: -21.5%
Not assessed (insufficient data or a ratio without meaning): ROIC, FCF conversion, EPS CAGR 3Y, Net debt / EBITDA, P/E (TTM), EV/EBITDA, Shareholder yield (distributions), Payout ratio (FCF).
Versus the vertical median
Biological Products, (No Diagnostic Substances) (SIC 2836) · same industry (4-digit SIC) · compared with 39 companies
Multiples and returns vs the median
Price rebased to 100 (monthly, 5 years)
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1- and 3-year price returns: for OCGN from daily closes (the same as the performance table), for the other companies from month-end closes.
olivLaw engine forecast
The world engine ran after the company's latest material disclosure. Probabilities are of TOUCHING a level within the horizon (not closing there) and sit next to the random walk (p_rw), the no-information benchmark.
The engine has no published run for this company yet.
Valuation scenarios (editable assumptions)
Illustrative scenarios
Illustrative: not forecasts and without probabilities. Each case is one coherent set of assumptions, computed on today's figures.
Estimated price (USD)
| Estimated price | Bear | Base | Bull |
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| 1 years | insufficient data Total return unavailable · Per year unavailable | insufficient data Total return unavailable · Per year unavailable | insufficient data Total return unavailable · Per year unavailable |
| 3 years | insufficient data Total return unavailable · Per year unavailable | insufficient data Total return unavailable · Per year unavailable | insufficient data Total return unavailable · Per year unavailable |
| 5 years | insufficient data Total return unavailable · Per year unavailable | insufficient data Total return unavailable · Per year unavailable | insufficient data Total return unavailable · Per year unavailable |
AI analysis
AI-generatedAI-generated analysis (Claude) from cited public sources; it may contain errors. Not investment advice. As of 27 Oct 2026 · Model: claude-haiku-5-5.
Possibly outdated: the newest document it read is from 06 Aug 2026; since then the company filed 8-K (04 Nov 2026 · results), 10-Q (04 Nov 2026).
In brief
Ocugen, Inc. is a biotechnology company developing modifier gene therapies for blinding diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa, Stargardt disease and geographic atrophy. In 2026 it closed a convertible senior notes offering of $130.0 million that extends its cash runway into 2028, while top-line Phase 3 results for OCU400 and OCU410ST are expected in 2027.
SWOT
Strengths
- The gene-agnostic platform could treat multiple mutations with one product, and orphan and RMAT designations support accelerated development 13.
- The company recently completed a pivotal study ahead of schedule and finished enrollment in the Phase 3 liMeliGhT trial 23.
- Funding obtained in 2026 and repayment of high-interest debt improve the company's capital structure 3.
Weaknesses
- The company has not generated significant product revenue and depends on external funding to sustain operations 1.
- The annual report includes a going-concern caveat, showing dependence on additional capital 1.
- Net losses and accumulated deficit are large, and expenses rise as clinical studies expand 12.
Opportunities
- Approval of OCU400 and OCU410ST could open markets for patients with rare diseases and major vision impact 23.
- Regional licensing deals, such as the one for the MENA region, could bring upfront payments and royalties without fully funding development internally 3.
- Extending the platform to other indications, such as macular degeneration, could enlarge the potential patient base 13.
Threats
- A negative outcome in Phase 3 studies could severely affect program valuation and the ability to attract funding 13.
- Competitors reaching the market first with therapies for the same diseases could reduce the commercial potential of Ocugen's products 1.
- Regulatory changes or delays in the approval process could postpone product launches 12.
Risks
- Going concern and fundinghigh
The company stated that current funds do not cover requirements for the next 12 months, and without additional funding it could be forced to delay or eliminate programs 1.
- Clinical trial resultshigh
Preliminary and interim data do not guarantee final results, and unfavorable outcomes in ongoing studies could substantially change the outlook for the programs 3.
- Regulation and approvalmedium
The modifier technology is novel, and regulators' requirements could delay filings or approval of products 1.
- Reliance on third partiesmedium
The company relies on third parties for manufacturing and for conducting clinical studies, and their failure could delay programs 1.
- Intellectual property protectionmedium
Patents may be challenged or may have narrower scope than expected, and some technologies are licensed from other entities, which could affect competitive position 1.
Investment thesis
What would need to be true (bull case)
- If Phase 3 results for OCU400 and OCU410ST confirm clinical benefit, the company could obtain approvals for products aimed at large patient populations 23.
- New funding and repayment of costly debt extend the cash runway into 2028 and reduce immediate pressure on the balance sheet 3.
- Regional licensing agreements and regulatory designations could bring revenue and accelerate development timelines if negotiations are completed 3.
What would break the thesis
- The company has not yet generated product revenue, and losses and accumulated deficit are large, which could make reliance on new equity raises a long-term issue 1.
- Phase 3 results are still pending, and preliminary data do not guarantee final success; a failure could severely affect the whole portfolio 3.
- Competition in ocular therapies is growing, and a competing product that reaches the market first could reduce the commercial potential of Ocugen's products 1.
What to watch
- Top-line results of the Phase 3 liMeliGhT trial for OCU400Q1 2027
- Results of the GARDian3 trial for OCU410STQ2 2027
- Start of the Phase 3 ArMaDa3 trial for OCU410Q3 2026
- Completion of the negotiation of the OCU400 license for the MENA region2026
Products, market & competition
AI-generatedAI-generated analysis (Claude) from cited public sources; it may contain errors. Not investment advice. As of 27 Oct 2026 · Model: claude-haiku-5-5.
Possibly outdated: the newest document it read is from 06 Aug 2026; since then the company filed 8-K (04 Nov 2026 · results), 10-Q (04 Nov 2026).
The business
Ocugen presents itself as a biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing novel gene therapies, with an emphasis on diseases that cause vision loss. Its modifier gene therapy platform is based on nuclear hormone receptors (NHRs) and pursues a gene-agnostic approach rather than correcting a single mutation. The company has not yet generated significant revenue from product sales, and its losses grew in fiscal 2025 as clinical spending increased 12.
Segments
OCU400 for retinitis pigmentosa
OCU400 is the lead product of the platform and targets retinitis pigmentosa, holding orphan drug designation and RMAT designation from the FDA. The Phase 3 liMeliGhT trial has completed enrollment, with top-line results expected in the first quarter of 2027 and possible approval in the fourth quarter of 2027 23.
Market context
The market targeted by Ocugen consists of patients with inherited and degenerative eye diseases, especially retinitis pigmentosa, Stargardt disease and geographic atrophy. The company cites approximately 300,000 people with retinitis pigmentosa in the U.S. and Europe and approximately 100,000 Stargardt patients in the same regions, where no approved therapies exist for all mutations 3. The actual commercial size depends, however, on future approvals and market acceptance.
The retinal disease therapy market remains fragmented and many patients lack effective treatment. The company argues its platform could treat several mutations with one product, which could widen the eligible population, but this assumption still needs confirmation through Phase 3 results 13.
Trends
- Accelerated regulation for rare therapiestailwind
Orphan, RMAT and RPDD designations granted by the FDA and EMA could speed development and review if clinical data confirm benefit. These designations are a strategic advantage for the company's portfolio 13.
- Dependence on external fundingheadwind
The company stated in its annual report that current funds do not cover requirements over the next 12 months and that it may continue operations only if it obtains additional capital. This pressure could limit development pace if capital markets worsen 1.
- Regional licensing partnershipsmixed
The binding term sheet for an OCU400 license in the MENA region, with sales milestones and royalties, shows the partnership strategy could bring revenue and funding without fully diluting equity. Whether the negotiation is completed remains to be seen 3.
- Growing competition in ocular gene therapyheadwind
Interest in ocular gene and cell therapies is rising, and competing companies may develop treatments for the same indications, which could reduce Ocugen's market share if another product reaches the market first 1.
Competitive position
Ocugen competes with other biotechnology companies and academic institutions working on therapies for the retina and degenerative vision diseases. Competition includes both approved products and products in development that treat a single cause of geographic atrophy and require repeated injections, whereas Ocugen claims single administration 1.
The company's stated advantage is its gene-agnostic platform, which could treat several mutations or causes of the same disease. If Phase 3 results confirm benefit, this approach could offer a differentiated position against competitors with single-gene therapies 13.
- Companies with products in development for geographic atrophy
The sources mention approved or developing products for geographic atrophy without naming specific competitors.
- Companies with gene therapies for retinitis pigmentosa
The filings do not name direct competitors for retinitis pigmentosa but mention the existence of other genetic approaches.
- Developers for Stargardt disease
The sources indicate no approved therapies exist globally for Stargardt disease, without naming other developers.
- Academic and research institutions
The company cites competition from academic institutions and government agencies, without specific names.
Links, dependencies and risks
Who the company is tied to, from its own SEC filings (customers, suppliers, production, partners, competitors, countries, regulation), from the 5 %+ holders' statements (13D/13G) and from what other companies say about it. Click a node for its evidence; on a listed company the graph moves to it.
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News & filings
In the press
No news in our archive over the last 180 days.
SEC filings
- Quarterly report04 Nov 2026
- Current report04 Nov 2026Results of operations · Financial statements and exhibits
- Current report15 Oct 2026Regulation FD disclosure · Financial statements and exhibits
- Current report15 Oct 2026Material agreement · Regulation FD disclosure · Other events · Financial statements and exhibits
- Current report06 Oct 2026Shareholder vote
- Current report23 Sept 2026Shareholder vote
- Current report08 Sept 2026Regulation FD disclosure · Other events · Financial statements and exhibits
- Quarterly report06 Aug 2026
- Current report06 Aug 2026Results of operations · Financial statements and exhibits
- Proxy statement30 Jul 2026
Sources
- [1] Form 10-K, fiscal year ended 2025-12-31 · SEC / Ocugen, Inc. · 04 Mar 2026
- [2] Form 10-Q, quarter ended 2026-06-30 · SEC / Ocugen, Inc. · 06 Aug 2026
- [3] Form 8-K, results release (exhibit 99.1) · SEC / Ocugen, Inc. · 06 Aug 2026
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