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Routing reasons: The document is a press release announcing equity awards to new employees, which is primarily relevant to investors and market participants, indicating a commercial focus.; The mention of Nasdaq listing rules and inducement awards relates to corporate governance and investor relations, typical of commercial communications.; Although the document mentions the company's drug and clinical trials, the main content centers on equity awards and company employment inducements, which is not scientific or medical in nature.

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Madrigal Pharmaceuticals Announces Grants of Inducement Awards under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) February 5, 2026 PDF Version CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDGL), a biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), today announced that it granted equity awards on February 1, 2026 to 21 new non-executive employees as equity inducement awards under the terms of Madrigal’s 2025 Inducement Plan. The equity awards were approved by Madrigal’s independent Compensation Committee in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The equity awards were granted as an inducement material to employees’ acceptance of employment with the company. The new employees received, in the aggregate, 5,861 time-based restricted stock units. All restricted stock units granted vest in four equal installments on each of the first through fourth anniversaries of the grant date. The vesting of all awards described above shall be subject to each such employee’s continued employment as of the applicable vesting date. About Madrigal Pharmaceuticals Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDGL) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a liver disease with high unmet medical need. Madrigal’s medication, Rezdiffra (resmetirom), is a once-daily, oral, liver-directed THR-β agonist designed to target key underlying causes of MASH. Rezdiffra is the first and only medication approved by both the FDA and European Commission for the treatment of MASH with moderate to advanced fibrosis (F2 to F3). An ongoing Phase 3 outcomes trial is evaluating Rezdiffra for the treatment of compensated MASH cirrhosis (F4c). For more information, visit www.madrigalpharma.com. Investor Contact Tina Ventura, IR@madrigalpharma.com Media Contact Christopher Frates, media@madrigalpharma.com Primary Logo Source: Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc

Madrigal Pharmaceuticals strengthens its workforce through equity inducement awards to support expansion and advancement of its novel MASH therapeutic, Rezdiffra.

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Madrigal Pharmaceuticals strengthens its workforce through equity inducement awards to support expansion and advancement of its novel MASH therapeutic, Rezdiffra.

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Executive Summary: Newly inducted equity awards aim to attract talent pivotal for scaling operations and advancing Rezdiffra's market presence.

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(NASDAQ:MDGL), a biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), today announced that it granted equity awards on February 1, 2026 to 21 new non-executive employees as equity inducement awards under the terms of Madrigal’s 2025 Inducement P

…)(4) February 5, 2026 PDF Version CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDGL), a biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), today announced that it granted equity awards on February 1, 2026 to 21 new non-executive employees as equity inducement awards under the terms of Madrigal’s 2025 Inducement Plan. The equity awards were approved by Madrigal’s independent Compensation Committee in accordance with Nasdaq Listing…

Offsets: 215–535

Confidence: 70% Medium
Market Opportunity: Growing demand for effective MASH treatments underscores the importance of building a strong team to capitalize on first-in-class therapy approval.

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(NASDAQ:MDGL), a biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), today announced that it granted equity awards on February 1, 2026 to 21 new non-executive employees as equity inducement awards under the terms of Madrigal’s 2025 Inducement P

…)(4) February 5, 2026 PDF Version CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDGL), a biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), today announced that it granted equity awards on February 1, 2026 to 21 new non-executive employees as equity inducement awards under the terms of Madrigal’s 2025 Inducement Plan. The equity awards were approved by Madrigal’s independent Compensation Committee in accordance with Nasdaq Listing…

Offsets: 215–535

Confidence: 69% Medium
Value Proposition: Rezdiffra’s unique FDA and EU approval as a targeted, oral treatment positions Madrigal as a leader addressing unmet needs in liver disease.

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Madrigal’s medication, Rezdiffra (resmetirom), is a once-daily, oral, liver-directed THR-β agonist designed to target key underlying causes of MASH.

… therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a liver disease with high unmet medical need. Madrigal’s medication, Rezdiffra (resmetirom), is a once-daily, oral, liver-directed THR-β agonist designed to target key underlying causes of MASH . Rezdiffra is the first and only medication approved by both the FDA and European Commission for the treatment of MASH …

Offsets: 1413–1561

Confidence: 66% Medium
Messaging Pillars: Emphasize innovation in MASH therapy, expansion for commercial readiness, and commitment to employee investment through equity incentives.

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Confidence: 20% Weak
Next Steps: Leverage talent growth for accelerated Phase 3 outcomes trial milestones and prepare for broader market penetration strategies.

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An ongoing Phase 3 outcomes trial is evaluating Rezdiffra for the treatment of compensated MASH cirrhosis (F4c).

…pproved by both the FDA and European Commission for the treatment of MASH with moderate to advanced fibrosis (F2 to F3). An ongoing Phase 3 outcomes trial is evaluating Rezdiffra for the treatment of compensated MASH cirrhosis (F4c) . For more information, visit www.madrigalpharma.com. Investor Contact Tina Ventura, IR@madrigalpharma.com Media …

Offsets: 1727–1839

Confidence: 68% Medium

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      Compensation_Committee

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21 new non-executive employees granted restricted stock units
Grants align with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
Rezdiffra approved in US and EU for moderate to advanced MASH fibrosis
Focus on expanding team to support drug development and commercialization
Restricted stock units vest over four years, contingent on continued employment

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#	Bullet	Supporting Quote	Level
1	Executive Summary: Newly inducted equity awards aim to attract talent pivotal for scaling operations and advancing Rezdiffra's market presence.	"(NASDAQ:MDGL), a biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), today announced that it granted equity awards on February 1, 2026 to 21 new non-executive employees as equity inducement awards under the terms of Madrigal’s 2025 Inducement P"	Medium
2	Market Opportunity: Growing demand for effective MASH treatments underscores the importance of building a strong team to capitalize on first-in-class therapy approval.	"(NASDAQ:MDGL), a biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), today announced that it granted equity awards on February 1, 2026 to 21 new non-executive employees as equity inducement awards under the terms of Madrigal’s 2025 Inducement P"	Medium
3	Value Proposition: Rezdiffra’s unique FDA and EU approval as a targeted, oral treatment positions Madrigal as a leader addressing unmet needs in liver disease.	"Madrigal’s medication, Rezdiffra (resmetirom), is a once-daily, oral, liver-directed THR-β agonist designed to target key underlying causes of MASH."	Medium
4	Messaging Pillars: Emphasize innovation in MASH therapy, expansion for commercial readiness, and commitment to employee investment through equity incentives.	—	None
5	Next Steps: Leverage talent growth for accelerated Phase 3 outcomes trial milestones and prepare for broader market penetration strategies.	"An ongoing Phase 3 outcomes trial is evaluating Rezdiffra for the treatment of compensated MASH cirrhosis (F4c)."	Medium

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