$PFSA

Profusa Raises $350,000 Via Senior Secured Convertible Note to Ascent, 7% Rate, $4.28 Conversion

Profusa, Inc. (PFSA) raised $350,000 via a senior secured convertible note from Ascent Partners Fund. The note has a 7% interest rate, matures by September 16, 2027, and is convertible at $4.28 per share. Proceeds aim to bolster liquidity, with note repayment conditions tied to future fundraisings.

Original reporting
Published Sep 16, 2026, 10:13 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

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Why it matters

The financing adds debt and possible future dilution, affecting valuation.

02

Market read

Primary disclosure of a small capital raise; modest trading relevance.

03

What to watch

Potential for conversion only if share price exceeds $4.28, which may not happen.

Relevance 6/10Novelty 6/10Timing: effective today

Background

Profusa is a micro‑cap biotech company seeking liquidity through a convertible note.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$PFSABearishMedium confidence
Context

Profusa issued a $350,000 senior secured convertible note at 7% interest, convertible at $4.28 per share.

Expected impact

Modest downside pressure in the near term.

Evidence & confidence

Small financing indicates liquidity need; conversion terms could dilute existing shareholders.

Market effects

May signal financing challenges for micro‑cap biotech sector.

Limited to US micro‑cap market.

Low

Counterpoint

The note could provide needed runway without immediate equity dilution.

Key entities

  • Profusa, Inc.

    Issuer of the convertible note.

  • Ascent Partners Fund

    Counterparty purchasing the note.

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