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MoonLake Immunotherapeutics Class Action Lawsuit

U.S. Securities Litigation

Leadership Deadline: December 15, 2025

MoonLake Class Action Summary

Company MoonLake Immunotherapeutics (NASDAQ:MLTX)
Eligible Securities MoonLake Common Stock
Class Period March 10, 2024, through September 29, 2025
Allegations Overview Securities fraud regarding clinical benefits of sonelokimab
MLTX Trigger Event September 28, 2025 – MoonLake reported disappointing week 16 results of Phase 3 trials
MLTX Stock Impact September 28, 2025 – 90% Stock Drop

MoonLake Class Action Lawsuit Overview

The class action lawsuit asserts securities fraud claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of investors in MoonLake common stock. The class action is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. It is captioned Peters v. MoonLake Immunotherapeutics, et al., No. 1:25-cv-08612.

If you lost money on your MoonLake investment, you are encouraged to submit your information using the form on this page. You may also email ross@bfalaw.com or call 212.789.3619.

Why is MoonLake Being Sued for Securities Fraud?

MoonLake Immunotherapeutics has been sued for securities fraud following a significant stock drop resulting from potential violations of the federal securities laws. The decline in MoonLake’s stock price caused significant losses to investors.

MoonLake is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for inflammatory diseases. During the relevant period, MoonLake conducted highly anticipated Phase 3 VELA trials for sonelokimab (“SLK”), an investigational therapeutic designed to treat adult participants with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (“HS”).

MoonLake told investors that its “strong clinical data,” including results from its Phase 2 MIRA trial, translate into “higher clinical responses for patients, and provide ample opportunity for differentiation of sonelokimab versus all competitors.” The Company also stated that SLK’s Nanobody structure differed in beneficial ways from traditional monoclonal antibody treatments from its competitors.

As alleged, in truth, the Company’s clinical data and Nanobody structure did not confer a superior clinical benefit over its competitors, calling into question the drug’s chances for regulatory approval and commercial viability.

Why did MoonLake’s Stock Drop?

On September 28, 2025, MoonLake reported its week 16 results of the VELA Phase 3 trials. The Company reported disappointing results for both trials, with VELA-2 failing to meet its primary endpoint, calling into question the drug’s chances for regulatory approval and commercial viability.

On this news, the price of MoonLake stock dropped $55.75 per share, or nearly 90%, from $61.99 per share on September 26, 2025, to $6.24 per share on September 29, 2025, the following trading day.

MoonLake (MLTX) Stock Chart

MoonLake MLTX Stock Chart

NASDAQ online chart showing the MoonLake (MLTX) stock drop following the September 2025 announcement.

What is the MoonLake Leadership Deadline?

You may ask the Court no later than December 15, 2025, to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff through counsel of your choice.

To be a member of the Class, you need not take any action at this time. The ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent on serving as Lead Plaintiff.

How Do I Submit My Information?

If you lost money when MoonLake securities dropped in price, you are encouraged to submit your information using the form on this page to speak with an attorney about your rights.

You can also contact:
Ross Shikowitz
ross@bfalaw.com
212.789.3619

All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of the class action lawsuit. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.

Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?

BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS.

BFA attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.

BFA’s notable successes include a recovery of over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The lawsuit is about MoonLake’s false or misleading statements concerning the clinical data and Nanobody structure for sonelokimab, which did not confer a superior clinical benefit over competitors, calling into question the drug’s chances for regulatory approval and commercial viability.

Contact BFA at ross@bfalaw.com or through the form on this page. There is no cost to you. We will review your information and determine whether you may be eligible to participate in the class action lawsuit.

The lawsuit is currently on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired MoonLake common stock between March 10, 2024, through September 29, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). However, eligibility depends on your specific circumstances, including when you bought your shares and whether you suffered losses. Submitting your information is the best way to determine if you may qualify.

No. You may be eligible to participate whether you sold or still hold your securities. What matters is that you purchased your securities during the Class Period and were harmed by the alleged misconduct, not whether you still own them.

No. If you’ve experienced a decline in value, we recommend submitting your information for review.

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