Intangible assets | 7. Intangible assets TCHF Technologies, patents and Licenses In-process Goodwill Total Historical cost January 1, 2022 39,357 13,729 132,395 8,658 194,139 Addition 174 — 314 — 488 December 31, 2022 39,531 13,729 132,709 8,658 194,627 Acquisition price adjustment — — (188 ) — (188 ) Divestment — (9,747 ) — (455 ) (10,202 ) December 31, 2023 39,531 3,982 132,521 8,203 184,237 Accumulated amortization and impairment January 1, 2022 (1,840 ) — — — (1,840 ) Amortization (3,448 ) — — — (3,448 ) Impairment (24,255 ) — (529 ) (1,640 ) (26,424 ) December 31, 2022 (29,543 ) — (529 ) (1,640 ) (31,712 ) Amortization (1,930 ) (752 ) — — (2,682 ) Impairment — — (89,878 ) (6,017 ) (95,895 ) Divestment — 466 — — 466 December 31, 2023 (31,473 ) (286 ) (90,407 ) (7,657 ) (129,823 ) Carrying amount per class December 31, 2022 9,988 13,729 132,180 7,018 162,915 December 31, 2023 8,058 3,696 42,114 546 54,414 Carrying amount per asset PKU GOLIKE 4,344 — — — 4,344 Diclofenac 3,714 — — 360 4,074 ACER-001 — 3,696 — 186 3,882 RLF-100 — — 17,130 — 17,130 RLF-TD011 — — 24,858 — 24,858 Sentinox — — — — — RLF-OD032 — — 126 — 126 December 31, 2023 8,058 3,696 42,114 546 54,414 PKU GOLIKE 4,678 — — — 4,678 Diclofenac 5,310 — — 360 5,670 ACER-001 — 13,729 — 641 14,370 RLF-100 — — 81,516 3,805 85,321 RLF-TD011 — — 47,392 2,212 49,604 Sentinox — — 2,958 — 2,958 RLF-OD032 — — 314 — 314 December 31, 2022 9,988 13,729 132,180 7,018 162,915 Intangible assets include acquired patents, trademarks, licenses, technologies and other assets without physical substance. These items are measured at cost less accumulated amortization and impairment. The cost of an intangible asset acquired in a business combination corresponds to its estimated fair value at the date of the acquisition. 7.1 Technologies, patents and trademarks These intangible assets relate to the following on-market • PKU GOLIKE ® • Diclofenac-based products, a product line indicated for the treatment of inflammatory conditions and pain management. These products are commercialized by third parties under different brand names, including Cambia ® ® ® The acquisition costs are amortized over the estimated remaining useful lives of the assets, which range from approximately 2 to 13 years with a weighted average of 8.5 years as of December 31, 2023. Amortization is charged on a straight-line basis over the estimated economic or legal useful life, whichever is shorter. 7.2 Licenses The intangible asset is the acquisition cost of licensing and royalty rights for the development and commercialization of ACER-001. ACER-001 ACER-001 ® Pursuant to the August 2023 termination and license agreements, Relief is entitled to receive from Acer a 10% continuing royalty on net sales of OLPRUVA in the Acer territory (worldwide, excluding Europe), and 20% of any value received by Acer from licensing or divestment transactions relating to OLPRUVA, up to a cumulative amount of USD 45 million (CHF 37.9 million). Relief committed to paying Acer a variable, continuing royalty up to a maximum of 10% of potential future net sales of OLPRUVA in Europe and 20% of any value received by Relief from sublicensing transactions relating to OLPRUVA. The termination of the March 2021 collaboration and license agreement was accounted for as a partial disposal of the asset (note 4.1). Based on internal valuation models, the Group determined that the transaction resulted in a notional reduction of 71% in the risk-adjusted future economic benefits expected from the license. As a result, 71% of the net carrying amount of the asset was derecognized on the date of the transaction. In addition, a corresponding portion of goodwill allocated to ACER-001 non-contingent one-year The intangible asset associated with the ACER-001 7.3 In-process IPR&D assets mainly relate to the following programs: • RLF-100 ® • RLF-TD011, ™ RLF-TD011 • RLF-OD32, RLF-OD32, IPR&D assets are indefinite-life intangible assets until completion or abandonment of the associated research and development programs. Amortization will commence when the assets become available for use, generally once regulatory and marketing approvals are obtained. 7.4 Goodwill A goodwill of TCHF 8,658 was recognized through the acquisition of APR in 2021. The goodwill was recognized at cost on the acquisition date for the difference between the consideration transferred and the net fair value of assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities identified in the purchase price allocation. The Group had identified that the group of cash-generating units (CGUs) constituting the sole operating segment (note 6.1) was expected to benefit from the combination. Accordingly, goodwill was allocated to this group of CGUs. Since the acquisition date, goodwill was impaired by TCHF 7,657 due to impairments recognized on certain underlying CGUs and was partially disposed of by TCHF 455 in relation to the renegotiation of the Acer license agreement. 7.5 Impairment test Intangible assets with finite lives are amortized over the useful economic life and assessed for impairment whenever there is an indication that the intangible asset may be impaired. Intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are not amortized but are tested for impairment either individually or at the cash-generating unit level. The Group generally tests its intangible assets for impairment at the end of the year, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that intangible assets may be impaired. In 2023, the Group identified circumstances that negatively affected the recoverable value of its assets in development and, potentially, of certain of its assets associated with marketed products. Consequently, the Group conducted an impairment test of its significant intangible assets and goodwill as of December 31, 2023. For the purpose of impairment testing, goodwill was allocated to each CGU constituting the sole operating segment of the Group. The recoverable amount of the group of CGUs is based on the cumulated value in use estimated for each CGU or group of CGUs. The Group’s material CGUs relate to the on-market Key assumptions used in value in use calculations The estimation of recoverable amounts involves significant management judgment. The values assigned to each assumption on an asset basis are based on historical data from external and internal sources and on management’s estimates. The key assumptions used in the valuation models were determined as follows: • Cash flow projections were based on a financial forecast developed by management, which includes projections for net sales, cost of sales, licensing fees, and development costs. These projections are periodically reviewed and updated by management. • Revenue projections were based on a product-specific analysis that considered relevant market sizes, disease prevalence, incidence rates, expected market share, expected patent life, expected licensing terms, and the expected year of regulatory approval for unapproved product candidates based on the current stage of development and expected development plan. • Forecast periods were defined on a product basis and based on product life cycles. For on-market in-process • Probabilities of success for tested IPR&D assets, which are associated with projects in process aiming to reach final development and commercialization, ranged from 12% to 35%. These probabilities were based on empirical success rate analysis of multi-stage studies for comparable indications, or if this approach could not be applied, management exercised its judgment. • The pre-tax Impairment test conclusion Relief conducted a comprehensive strategic review and initiated in the fourth quarter of 2023 its transition from a direct marketing and sales infrastructure to a partnership-based model. This pivotal shift, alongside additional knowledge gained during the year into the development requirements for the Group’s IPR&D assets, necessitated adjustments in projected development costs and timelines. The Group revised its commercialization and development plans accordingly. For the year ended December 31, 2023, the Group recognized a non-cash RLF-100, RLF-TD011 Impairment charges of TCHF 64,386 for RLF-100 RLF-TD011 For other intangible assets and remaining goodwill, the Group determined based on the results of the impairment test that their estimated value in use exceeded their respective carrying amounts as of the measurement date. Therefore, the Group did not record an impairment charge on these other assets. Sensitivity to changes in assumptions The Group performed a sensitivity analysis taking into account reasonably possible changes in the assumptions the value in use is most sensitive to, as listed in the key assumptions section above, including higher discount rate, lower projected income, increased development budget, and postponed market launch when applicable. The intangible assets associated with RLF-100 RLF-TD011 For intangible assets associated with PKU GOLIKE, OLPRUVA, and Diclofenac, the Group concluded that no reasonably possible change of key assumptions would cause the carrying amount to exceed the recoverable amount. While management believes the assumptions used are reasonable, changes in these assumptions could result in a future material impairment. The completion of the development of IPR&D assets is subject to the availability of capital, which is uncertain as discussed in note 4.1 of these consolidated financial statements. If the Group is unable to secure sufficient capital, it will be forced to delay or abandon certain development activities, which could lead to a material impairment of the affected assets. |