$17.05M Twist Bioscience Securities Settlement
Twist Bioscience and two executives agreed to settle investor claims alleging false or misleading statements concerning internal controls and financial results. Defendants deny wrongdoing, liability, and damages, and the court has not decided the claims.
Benefit Summary
Twist defendants will pay $17.05 million in cash. After court-approved fees, expenses, administration, taxes, and any plaintiff award, the net fund will be distributed pro rata based on each approved claimant's Recognized Claim. The estimated average recovery is $0.31 per eligible share before deductions, but actual payments vary.
Maximum Award
Pro rata share of the net fund based on the approved Recognized Claim
Who Is Included
Persons who purchased or acquired Twist common stock in the December 2020 offering under the 2020 Registration Statement and were damaged, and/or purchased or acquired Twist common stock from December 20, 2018 through November 15, 2022 and were damaged. Defendants, specified affiliates, insiders, insurers, benefit plans, related persons, and valid opt-outs are excluded.
- Proof required: Claimants must document all requested purchases, acquisitions, sales, and holdings of Twist common stock and provide acceptable broker confirmations, statements, or equivalent records. A timely signed Proof of Claim is required.
How to File a Claim
- Claim method: Online or Mail
- Claim deadline: 2026-11-17
- Instructions: Submit a signed Proof of Claim online by November 17, 2026, or mail it postmarked by that date. Report all requested Twist common-stock transactions and holdings and attach acceptable supporting records.
Case Details
- Case name: Peters v. Twist Bioscience Corp., et al.
- Case number: 5:22-cv-08168-EKL
- Court: United States District Court for the Northern District of California, San Jose Division
- Official Settlement Website: https://twistsecuritiessettlement.com/
Sources
Claim form, FAQ, deadlines, administrator information
Court-approved notice describing eligibility and benefits