Fair value measurementsThe carrying amount of Cash and cash equivalents, Accounts Receivable, net and Accounts payable is a reasonable approximation of fair value due to the short-term nature of these assets and liabilities. Financial liabilities that are not measured at fair value on a recurring basis include our senior secured term loan and deferred royalty financing obligation. The carrying value of our senior secured term loan approximates fair value as these borrowings are based on variable market rates. The fair value of our deferred royalty obligation was $311.0 million and $312.0 million as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively, and is based on our current estimates of future royalties expected to be paid over the estimated life of the royalty purchase agreement which are level 3 inputs.
The Deerfield warrants were measured at fair value on a recurring basis and were classified as Level 2. The warrants expired on May 19, 2025 in accordance with their terms and therefore, there were no warrants outstanding as of December 31, 2025. As of December 31, 2024 the value of the Deerfield warrants was $0. Fair values were estimated at the end of each reporting period with regard to the Deerfield warrants. The approach to valuation follows the fair value principle, and the key input factors are described for the Deerfield warrants in Note 11, "Deerfield warrants." A Black-Scholes model was used to calculate the fair values.
There were no transfers between the respective levels during the period.
About Fair Value Disclosures
Fair value disclosures classify all assets and liabilities measured at fair value into a three-level hierarchy: Level 1 (quoted market prices), Level 2 (observable inputs like yield curves), and Level 3 (unobservable inputs requiring management estimates). The proportion of Level 3 assets directly reflects how much of the balance sheet depends on internal models rather than market evidence.
Key signals: a growing Level 3 balance relative to total fair-value assets increases valuation uncertainty and earnings volatility risk. Watch for transfers between levels — assets moving from Level 2 to Level 3 often signal deteriorating market liquidity. Unrealized gains and losses on Level 3 positions flow through earnings or other comprehensive income, so large swings deserve scrutiny. For financial institutions, examine the sensitivity disclosures that show how Level 3 valuations change under alternative assumptions. Compare the fair value of debt against its carrying amount to gauge hidden leverage.