VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. - Документы SEC, Годовой отчет, Доверенное заявление

Викинг Терапевтикс, Инк.
US ˙ NasdaqCM ˙ US92686J1060

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LEI 529900IVC72YPFA25M37
CIK 1607678
SEC Filings
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August 19, 2025 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 19, 2025 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissi

August 19, 2025 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Announces Positive Top-Line Results from Phase 2 VENTURE-Oral Dosing Trial of VK2735 Tablet Formulation in Patients with Obesity Study Achieves Primary and Secondary Endpoints, Demonstrating Statistically Significant Reductions in

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Positive Top-Line Results from Phase 2 VENTURE-Oral Dosing Trial of VK2735 Tablet Formulation in Patients with Obesity Study Achieves Primary and Secondary Endpoints, Demonstrating Statistically Significant Reductions in Body Weight with Once-Daily VK2735 Dosing as Compared to Placebo Up to 12.2% (26.6 lbs) Mean Weight Loss Observed After 13 Weeks of VK27

July 23, 2025 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Phase 3 VANQUISH Registration Trials Underway for VK2735 in Obesity • Phase 2 VENTURE-Oral Dosing Trial Enrollment Completed; Top-Line Results Expected 2H25 • Continued Progress with Amylin Program; IND Planned 4Q25 • Strong Quarter-End Cas

July 23, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THER

July 23, 2025 8-K

FORM 8-K In this report, “Viking Therapeutics,” “Viking,” “Company,” “we,” “us” and “our” refer to Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition. Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 23, 2025 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

May 27, 2025 8-K

FORM 8-K Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders. Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 20, 2025 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

April 24, 2025 EX-10.1

Strategic Manufacturing and Supply Agreement, dated March 10, 2025, by and among Viking Therapeutics Ireland Limited, Corden Pharma Schweizerhalle GmbH, Corden Pharma GmbH and Corden Pharma Colorado, Inc.

Exhibit 10.1 ***Certain identified information has been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(10) of Regulation S-K because such information is both (i) not material and (ii) information that the Registrant treats as private or confidential. Such omitted information is indicated by brackets (“[...***...]”) in this exhibit.*** STRATEGIC MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY AGREEMENT This STRATEGIC MANUFACTURING AND

April 24, 2025 EX-10.3

Manufacturing and Supply (Drug Product) Agreement, dated March 10, 2025, by and among Viking Therapeutics Ireland Limited, Corden Pharma GmbH, Corden Pharma Lisbon S.A. and Corden Pharma S.p.A.

Exhibit 10.3 ***Certain identified information has been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(10) of Regulation S-K because such information is both (i) not material and (ii) information that the Registrant treats as private or confidential. Such omitted information is indicated by brackets (“[...***...]”) in this exhibit.*** MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY (Drug Product) AGREEMENT This MANUFACTURING AND SUPPL

April 24, 2025 EX-10.2

Prepayment Agreement, dated March 10, 2025, by and among Viking Therapeutics Ireland Limited, Corden Pharma Schweizerhalle GmbH, Corden Pharma GmbH and Corden Pharma Colorado, Inc.

Exhibit 10.2 ***Certain identified information has been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(10) of Regulation S-K because such information is both (i) not material and (ii) information that the Registrant treats as private or confidential. Such omitted information is indicated by brackets (“[...***...]”) in this exhibit.*** PREPAYMENT AGREEMENT between VIKING THERAPEUTICS IRELAND LIMITED as Purchaser,

April 24, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THE

April 23, 2025 8-K

FORM 8-K Item 4.01 Changes in Registrant’s Certifying Accountant. Item 8.01 Other Information. Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 23, 2025 (April 18, 2025) Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorpor

April 23, 2025 EX-16.1

Letter from Marcum LLP to the Securities and Exchange Commission, dated April 23, 2025.

Exhibit 16.1 April 23, 2025 Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Commissioners: We have read the statements made by Viking Therapeutics, Inc. under Item 4.01 of its Form 8-K dated April 23, 2025. We agree with the statements concerning our Firm in such Form 8-K; we are not in a position to agree or disagree with other statements of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. co

April 23, 2025 8-K

FORM 8-K In this report, “Viking Therapeutics,” “Viking,” “Company,” “we,” “us” and “our” refer to Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition. Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 23, 2025 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

April 23, 2025 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Phase 3 Trials for Subcutaneous VK2735 Expected to Begin 2Q25 • Phase 2 VENTURE-Oral Dosing Trial in Obesity Fully Enrolled; Data Expected 2H25 • Broad Manufacturing Agreement with CordenPharma to Support Future Commercialization of VK2735 •

April 23, 2025 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(

April 23, 2025 DEFR14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(

April 8, 2025 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(

April 8, 2025 CORRESP

April 8, 2025

Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 9920 Pacific Heights Blvd, Suite 350 San Diego, CA 92121 858-704-4660 April 8, 2025 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Attention: Eric Atallah Kevin Kuhar Re: Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Form 10-K for Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2024 File No. 001-37355 Ladies and Gentlemen: This letter

April 8, 2025 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)

March 11, 2025 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Signs Broad Manufacturing Agreement With CordenPharma to Support Commercialization of VK2735 Long-Term Agreement Secures Dedicated Capacity for Multi-Ton Annual Supply of VK2735 Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Secures Dedicated F

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Signs Broad Manufacturing Agreement With CordenPharma to Support Commercialization of VK2735 Long-Term Agreement Secures Dedicated Capacity for Multi-Ton Annual Supply of VK2735 Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Secures Dedicated Fill/Finish Capacity for 100 Million Annual Autoinjector Supply and Additional 100 Million Annual Vial/Syringe Supply Provides Annual Capa

March 11, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 10, 2025 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

February 26, 2025 EX-21.1

List of Subsidiaries of Viking Therapeutics, Inc.

Exhibit 21.1 Subsidiaries of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Viking Therapeutics Ireland Limited (Ireland) Viking Therapeutics, PTY LTD (Australia)

February 26, 2025 EX-10.12

Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy.

Exhibit 10.12 Viking Therapeutics, INC. NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTOR COMPENSATION POLICY Each non-employee member of the board of directors (the “Board”) of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (the “Company”) shall be eligible to receive cash and equity compensation for his or her service on the Board as set forth in this Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy (this “Policy”). The cash and equity compensation d

February 26, 2025 EX-10.11

Employment Agreement, effective as of May 21, 2025, by and between Viking Therapeutics, Inc. and Greg Zante.

Exhibit 10.11 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT Employee agrees to the terms and conditions of employment with Viking Therapeutics, Inc. ("Company") set forth in this Employment Agreement ("Agreement"), effective as of December 30, 2016 ("Effective Date"). 1. Employment Terms. (a) Employment Period. The Company shall employ Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with the Company, upon the terms and c

February 26, 2025 EX-10.16

Common Stock Purchase Agreement, dated February 20, 2014, by and between Viking Therapeutics, Inc. and Brian Lian, Ph.D.

Exhibit 10.16 ***Certain identified information has been excluded from the exhibit because it both (i) is not material and (ii) is the type that the company treats as private or confidential. Such omitted information is indicated by brackets (“[...***...]”) in this exhibit.*** VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. COMMON STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT This Common Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made a

February 26, 2025 EX-19

Insider Trading Policy

Exhibit 19 VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. INSIDER TRADING POLICY And Guidelines with Respect to Certain Transactions in Company Securities This Insider Trading Policy (this “Policy”) provides guidelines to employees, officers and directors of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. and each of its subsidiaries, branches, representative offices and similar entities (collectively, the “Company”) with respect to transa

February 26, 2025 EX-10.10

Employment Agreement, effective as of May 21, 2025, by and between Viking Therapeutics, Inc. and Marianne Mancini.

Exhibit 10.10 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT Employee agrees to the terms and conditions of employment with Viking Therapeutics, Inc. ("Company") set forth in this Employment Agreement ("Agreement"), effective as of May 21, 2015 ("Effective Date"). 1. Employment Terms. (a) Employment Period. The Company shall employ Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with the Company, upon the terms and condit

February 26, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 001-37355 Viking Therapeu

February 5, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 5, 2025 Viking Therapeut

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 5, 2025 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of I

February 5, 2025 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Initiation of Phase 3 Studies for Subcutaneous VK2735 for Obesity Planned for 2Q25 • Phase 2 VENTURE-Oral Dosing Trial Evaluating VK2735 in Obesity Underway • Strong Year-End Cash Position of $903 Million SAN DIEGO, February 5,

November 14, 2024 SC 13G/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / VIKING GLOBAL INVESTORS LP Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS PURSUANT TO RULES 13d-1(b),(c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO 13d-2 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934* (Amendment No. 2) VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.00001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106

November 4, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 4, 2024 Viking Therapeut

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 4, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

November 4, 2024 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports New Data from VK2735 Obesity Program at ObesityWeek® 2024 Up to 6.8% Placebo-Adjusted Mean Weight Loss (8.2% from Baseline) After 28 Days of Dosing with Oral Tablet of VK2735 Encouraging Tolerability Through 100 mg Daily D

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports New Data from VK2735 Obesity Program at ObesityWeek® 2024 Up to 6.8% Placebo-Adjusted Mean Weight Loss (8.2% from Baseline) After 28 Days of Dosing with Oral Tablet of VK2735 Encouraging Tolerability Through 100 mg Daily Dosing with Oral VK2735; Mild GI-Related Adverse Event Profile Updated Results from VENTURE Phase 2 Study of Subcutaneous VK2735 Show Dura

October 23, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 23, 2024 Viking Therapeut

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 23, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of I

October 23, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING

October 23, 2024 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • End-of-Phase 2 Meeting for Subcutaneous VK2735 for Obesity Planned for 4Q24 • Phase 2 Study of Oral VK2735 in Obesity Expected to Begin 4Q24 • Results of Phase 2b VOYAGE Study of VK2809 in NASH/MASH With Fibrosis Selected for Oral Presentati

October 18, 2024 SC 13G/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / STATE STREET CORP Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 VikingTherapeuticsInc.htm SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* VIKING THERAPEUTICS INC (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) September 30, 2024 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule

July 24, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THER

July 24, 2024 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • VK2735 to Advance to Phase 3 for Obesity; End-of-Phase 2 Meeting Planned for 2H24 • Oral VK2735 Phase 2 Study in Obesity Expected to Begin 4Q24 • Positive Biopsy Results From VK2809 Reported in June; End-of-Phase 2 Meeting in NASH/MASH Plan

July 24, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 24, 2024 Viking Therapeutics

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 24, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of Inco

July 24, 2024 EX-10.3

Second Amendment to Master License Agreement, dated April 8, 2015, by and among Viking Therapeutics, Inc., Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated and Metabasis Therapeutics, Inc.

Exhibit 10.3 ***Certain identified information has been excluded from the exhibit because it both (i) is not material and (ii) is the type that the company treats as private or confidential. Such omitted information is indicated by brackets (“[...***...]”) in this exhibit.*** Second Amendment To Master License Agreement This Second Amendment to Master License Agreement (this “Amendment”) is dated

July 24, 2024 EX-10.1

Master License Agreement, dated May 21, 2014, by and among Viking Therapeutics, Inc., Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated and Metabasis Therapeutics, Inc.

Exhibit 10.1 ***Certain identified information has been excluded from the exhibit because it both (i) is not material and (ii) is the type that the company treats as private or confidential. Such omitted information is indicated by brackets (“[...***...]”) in this exhibit.*** MASTER LICENSE AGREEMENT Dated May 21, 2014 by and between Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated and Metabasis Therapeutics,

July 24, 2024 EX-10.2

First Amendment to Master License Agreement, dated September 6, 2014, by and among Viking Therapeutics, Inc., Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated and Metabasis Therapeutics, Inc.

Exhibit 10.2 ***Certain identified information has been excluded from the exhibit because it both (i) is not material and (ii) is the type that the company treats as private or confidential. Such omitted information is indicated by brackets (“[...***...]”) in this exhibit.*** First Amendment To Master License Agreement This First Amendment to Master License Agreement (this “Amendment”) is dated as

June 4, 2024 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Announces Positive 52-Week Histologic Data from Phase 2b VOYAGE Study of VK2809 in Patients with Biopsy-Confirmed Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) Up to 75% of Patients Treated with VK2809 Achieved NASH Resolution with No Wors

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Positive 52-Week Histologic Data from Phase 2b VOYAGE Study of VK2809 in Patients with Biopsy-Confirmed Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) Up to 75% of Patients Treated with VK2809 Achieved NASH Resolution with No Worsening of Fibrosis as Compared to 29% for Placebo (p=0.0001) Up to 57% of VK2809-Treated Patients Achieved ≥1-Stage Improvement in Fibrosi

June 4, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 4, 2024 Viking Therapeutics,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 4, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

May 23, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 21, 2024 Viking Therapeutics,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 21, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

May 23, 2024 S-8 POS

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As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 22, 2024 Registration No.

May 22, 2024 EX-4.3

Form of Stock Option Award Agreement under the Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (previously filed on May 22, 2024 as Exhibit 4.3 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-279633) and incorporated herein by reference).

Exhibit 4.3 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Stock Option Grant Notice (2024 Equity Incentive Plan) Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (the “Company”), pursuant to its 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), has granted to you (“Optionholder”) an option to purchase the number of shares of Common Stock set forth below (the “Option”). Your Option is subject to all of the terms and conditions as set forth herein an

May 22, 2024 EX-4.6

2024 Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Exhibit 4.6 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 2024 Employee Stock Purchase Plan Adopted by the Board Of Directors: March 15, 2024 Approved by the Stockholders: May 21, 2024 1. General; Purpose. (a) The Plan provides a means by which Eligible Employees of the Company and certain Designated Companies may be given an opportunity to purchase shares of Common Stock. The Plan permits the Company to grant a seri

May 22, 2024 EX-4.4

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement under the Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (previously filed on May 22, 2024 as Exhibit 4.4 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-279633) and incorporated herein by reference).

Exhibit 4.4 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. RSU Award Grant Notice (2024 Equity Incentive Plan) Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (the “Company”) has awarded to you (the “Participant”) the number of restricted stock units specified and on the terms set forth below in consideration of your services (the “RSU Award”). Your RSU Award is subject to all of the terms and conditions as set forth herein and in the Comp

May 22, 2024 S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 22, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 22, 2024 Registration No.

May 22, 2024 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 22, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 22, 2024 Registration No.

May 22, 2024 EX-4.5

Form of Restricted Stock Award Agreement under the Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (previously filed on May 22, 2024 as Exhibit 4.5 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-279633) and incorporated herein by reference).

Exhibit 4.5 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Restricted Stock Award Grant Notice (2024 Equity Incentive Plan) Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (the “Company”) has awarded to you (the “Participant”) the number of shares of Common Stock on the terms set forth below in consideration of your services (the “Restricted Stock”). The grant of the Restricted Stock (the “Restricted Stock Award”) is subject to all of the

May 22, 2024 EX-4.2

Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (previously filed on May 22, 2024 as Exhibit 4.2 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-279633) and incorporated herein by reference).

Exhibit 4.2 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan Adopted by the Board of Directors: March 15, 2024 Approved by the Stockholders: May 21, 2024 1. General. (a) Plan Purpose. The Company, by means of the Plan, seeks to secure and retain the services of Employees, Directors and Consultants, to provide incentives for such persons to exert maximum efforts for the success of the Company a

May 22, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) Viking Therapeutics, Inc.

April 25, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THE

April 24, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 24, 2024 Viking Therapeutic

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 24, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of Inc

April 24, 2024 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Results From Phase 2 VENTURE Trial of GLP-1/GIP Agonist VK2735 in Obesity Demonstrated Up to 13.1% Placebo-Adjusted Weight Loss (14.7% From Baseline) at 13 Weeks; Shown to be Safe and Well-Tolerated • Results From Phase 1 Trial of Oral VK273

April 5, 2024 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(

April 5, 2024 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)

March 26, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 26, 2024 Viking Therapeutic

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 26, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

March 26, 2024 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Announces Results from Phase 1 Clinical Trial of Oral Tablet Formulation of Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonist VK2735 Up to 3.3% Placebo-Adjusted Mean Weight Loss (5.3% from Baseline) Observed After 28 Days VK2735 Shown to be Safe an

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Results from Phase 1 Clinical Trial of Oral Tablet Formulation of Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonist VK2735 Up to 3.3% Placebo-Adjusted Mean Weight Loss (5.3% from Baseline) Observed After 28 Days VK2735 Shown to be Safe and Well-Tolerated in 28-Day Study with Low Rates of GI-Related Adverse Events Phase 2 Trial in Obesity Planned for 2H24 Conference Call Sc

March 4, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 4, 2024 Viking Therapeutics

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 4, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

March 4, 2024 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Announces Closing of Public Offering of Common Stock Including Full Exercise of Underwriters’ Option to Purchase Additional Shares

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Closing of Public Offering of Common Stock Including Full Exercise of Underwriters’ Option to Purchase Additional Shares SAN DIEGO, CA – March 4, 2024 – Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (“Viking”) (Nasdaq: VKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel therapies for metabolic and endocrine disorders, today announced the clo

March 1, 2024 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Announces Pricing of $550 Million Public Offering of Common Stock

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Pricing of $550 Million Public Offering of Common Stock SAN DIEGO, CA – February 28, 2024 – Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (“Viking”) (Nasdaq: VKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel therapies for metabolic and endocrine disorders, today announced the pricing of its underwritten public offering of 6,471,000 shares

March 1, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables (Form Type) Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables 424(b)(5) (Form Type) Viking Therapeutics, Inc.

March 1, 2024 424B5

6,471,000 Shares Common Stock

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-273460 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus dated July 26, 2023) 6,471,000 Shares Common Stock We are offering 6,471,000 shares of our common stock in this offering. Our common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “VKTX.” The last reported sale price of our common stock on the Nasdaq Capital Market on February 28, 2024

March 1, 2024 EX-1.1

Underwriting Agreement, dated as of February 28, 2024, by and among Viking Therapeutics, Inc. and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC and Leerink Partners LLC, as representatives of the underwriters named therein.

Exhibit 1.1 6,471,000 Shares VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.00001 PER SHARE UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT February 28, 2024 February 28, 2024 Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC Leerink Partners LLC c/o Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC 1585 Broadway New York, New York 10036 c/o Leerink Partners LLC 255 California Street, 12th Floor San Francisco, California 94111 Ladies and Gentlemen: Viking Therapeut

March 1, 2024 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 28, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

February 27, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 27, 2024 Viking Therapeu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 27, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

February 27, 2024 424B5

$350,000,000 Common Stock

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-273460 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed. A registration statement relating to these securities has been declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission. This preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying base prospectus are not an offer to sell these securities, a

February 27, 2024 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Announces Positive Top-Line Results from Phase 2 VENTURE Trial of Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonist VK2735 in Patients with Obesity Study Achieves Primary and all Secondary Endpoints, Demonstrating Statistically Significant Reductio

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Positive Top-Line Results from Phase 2 VENTURE Trial of Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonist VK2735 in Patients with Obesity Study Achieves Primary and all Secondary Endpoints, Demonstrating Statistically Significant Reductions in Body Weight at all Doses as Compared to Placebo Up to 13.1% Placebo-Adjusted Mean Weight Loss (14.7% From Baseline) Observed After

February 14, 2024 SC 13G/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / VIKING GLOBAL INVESTORS LP Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS PURSUANT TO RULES 13d-1(b),(c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO 13d-2 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934* (Amendment No. 1) VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common stock, par value $0.00001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106

February 13, 2024 SC 13G

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Name of issuer: Viking Therapeutics Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 92686J106 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 29, 2023 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Rule 13d-1(b) ☐

February 7, 2024 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2023 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2023 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Results for Phase 2 VENTURE Trial of GLP-1/GIP Agonist VK2735 in Obesity Expected in 1Q24 • Histology Results for Phase 2b VOYAGE Study Evaluating VK2809 for the Treatment of NASH and Fibrosis Expected in 1H24 • Results for Pha

February 7, 2024 EX-10.11

Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy.

Exhibit 10.11 Viking Therapeutics, INC. NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTOR COMPENSATION POLICY Each non-employee member of the board of directors (the “Board”) of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (the “Company”) shall be eligible to receive cash and equity compensation for his or her service on the Board as set forth in this Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy (this “Policy”). The cash and equity compensation d

February 7, 2024 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 7, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 7, 2024 Registration No.

February 7, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 7, 2024 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of I

February 7, 2024 EX-97

Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Clawback Policy

Exhibit 97 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Clawback Policy The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (the “Company”) believes that it is in the best interests of the Company and its stockholders to adopt this Clawback Policy (this “Policy”), which provides for the recovery of certain incentive compensation in the event of an Accounting Restatement (as defined below). This Policy

February 7, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 001-37355 Viking Therapeu

February 7, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) Viking Therapeutics, Inc.

January 12, 2024 SC 13G/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / MILLENNIUM MANAGEMENT LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (AMENDMENT NO. 1) VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.00001 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) DECEMBER 31, 2023 (Date of event which requires filing of this statement) Check the appropriate box to designate

November 2, 2023 SC 13G

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics Inc / VIKING GLOBAL INVESTORS LP - SC 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS PURSUANT TO RULES 13d-1(b),(c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO 13d-2 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934* VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common stock, par value $0.00001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) Oct

October 25, 2023 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Phase 2 VENTURE Trial of GLP-1/GIP Agonist VK2735 in Obesity Fully Enrolled; Results Expected 1H24 • Phase 2b VOYAGE Study Evaluating VK2809 for the Treatment of NASH and Fibrosis Ongoing; Histology Results Expected 1H24 • Phase 1 Trial of O

October 25, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING

October 25, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 25, 2023 Viking Therapeut

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 25, 2023 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of I

July 26, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 26, 2023 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of Inco

July 26, 2023 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Reported Positive Top-Line Results from Phase 2b VOYAGE Study of VK2809 in Patients with Biopsy-Confirmed NASH, Showing up to 55% Median Liver Fat Reduction; 52 Week Biopsy Results Expected 1H24 • Phase 2 Study of Dual GLP-1/GIP Agonist VK2

July 26, 2023 EX-10.1

Amendment No. 1 to At-the-Market Equity Offering Sales Agreement, dated as of July 26, 2023, by and among Viking Therapeutics, Inc., Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, Truist Securities, Inc., H.C. Wainwright & Co., LLC and BTIG, LLC.

Exhibit 10.1 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AT-THE-MARKET EQUITY OFFERING SALES AGREEMENT July 26, 2023 STIFEL, NICOLAUS & COMPANY, INCORPORATED One South Street, 15th Floor Baltimore, Maryland 21202 TRUIST SECURITIES, INC. 3333 Peachtree Road NE, 11th Floor Atlanta, Georgia 30326 H.C. WAINWRIGHT & CO., LLC 430 Park Avenue New York, NY 10022 BTIG, LLC 600 Montgomery Street San Francisco, CA 94111 Ladies and G

July 26, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THER

July 26, 2023 S-3ASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 26, 2023

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 26, 2023 Registration No.

July 26, 2023 EX-4.2

Form of Indenture, between the Registrant and one or more trustees to be named

Exhibit 4.2 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. INDENTURE Dated as of [ ] [ ] Trustee TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I. DEFINITIONS AND INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE.............. 1 Section 1.1. Definitions.............................................................................................. 1 Section 1.2. Other Definitions................................................................................

July 26, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Viking Therapeutics, Inc.

June 14, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 13, 2023 Viking Therapeutics

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 13, 2023 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

May 11, 2023 EX-3.1

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Viking Therapeutics, Inc., effective as of May 9, 2023 (previously filed on May 11, 2023 as Exhibit 3.1 to the Registrant's Current Report on Form 8-K and incorporated herein by reference).

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC., a Delaware corporation SECTION 1. OFFICES The principal office of Viking Therapeutics, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Corporation”), shall be located at the principal place of business or such other place as the Board of Directors of the Corporation (the “Board”) may designate. The Corporation may have such other offices, ei

May 11, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 9, 2023 Viking Therapeutics,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 9, 2023 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission F

May 1, 2023 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)

May 1, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(

April 26, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 26, 2023 Viking Therapeutic

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 26, 2023 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of Inc

April 26, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THE

April 26, 2023 EX-99

Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today

Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.

April 17, 2023 PRE 14A

PRELIMINARY COPY DATED APRIL 17, 2023 – SUBJECT TO COMPLETION UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment

PRELIMINARY COPY DATED APRIL 17, 2023 – SUBJECT TO COMPLETION UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

April 3, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 3, 2023 Viking Therapeutics

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 3, 2023 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

April 3, 2023 EX-99

Viking Therapeutics Announces Closing of Public Offering of Common Stock And Full Exercise of Underwriters’ Option to Purchase Additional Shares

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Closing of Public Offering of Common Stock And Full Exercise of Underwriters’ Option to Purchase Additional Shares SAN DIEGO, CA – April 3, 2023 – Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (“Viking”) (Nasdaq: VKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel therapies for metabolic and endocrine disorders, today announced the closing o

March 31, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 29, 2023 Viking Therapeutic

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 29, 2023 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

March 31, 2023 EX-99

Viking Therapeutics Announces Pricing of $250 Million Public Offering of Common Stock

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Pricing of $250 Million Public Offering of Common Stock SAN DIEGO, CA – March 29, 2023 – Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (“Viking”) (Nasdaq: VKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel therapies for metabolic and endocrine disorders, today announced the pricing of its underwritten public offering of 17,242,000 shares of

March 31, 2023 EX-1

Underwriting Agreement, dated as of March 29, 2023, by and between Viking Therapeutics, Inc. and William Blair & Company, L.L.C., as representative of the underwriters named therein.

Exhibit 1.1 VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. Common Stock, par value $0.00001 per share Underwriting Agreement March 29, 2023 William Blair & Company, L.L.C. As representative of the several Underwriters named in Schedule I hereto, c/o William Blair & Company, L.L.C. 150 North Riverside Plaza Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ladies and Gentlemen: Viking Therapeutics, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”),

March 31, 2023 424B5

17,242,000 Shares Common Stock

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-258231 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus dated August 11, 2021) 17,242,000 Shares Common Stock We are offering 17,242,000 shares of our common stock in this offering. Our common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “VKTX.” On March 28, 2023, the closing price of our common stock on the Nasdaq Capital Market was $15.4

March 30, 2023 SC 13D/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics Inc / LIGAND PHARMACEUTICALS INC - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6)* Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.00001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated 3911 Sorrento Valley Boulevard, Suite 110 San Diego, CA 92121 (858)

March 29, 2023 424B5

Subject to Completion, Dated March 29, 2023

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-258231 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed. A registration statement relating to these securities has been declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission. This preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus are not an offer to sell these securities, and we

March 28, 2023 EX-99

Viking Therapeutics Announces Results from Phase 1 Clinical Trial of Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonist VK2735 Up to 6.0% Placebo-Adjusted Mean Weight Loss (7.8% From Baseline) Observed After 28 Days VK2735 Shown to be Safe and Well-Tolerated in 28-Day

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Results from Phase 1 Clinical Trial of Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonist VK2735 Up to 6.0% Placebo-Adjusted Mean Weight Loss (7.8% From Baseline) Observed After 28 Days VK2735 Shown to be Safe and Well-Tolerated in 28-Day Study Phase 2 Trial in Obesity Planned for Mid-2023 SAN DIEGO, CA – March 28, 2023 – Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Viking) (NASDAQ: VKTX), a

March 28, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 28, 2023 Viking Therapeutic

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 28, 2023 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

March 28, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 28, 2023 Viking Therapeutic

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 28, 2023 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

March 28, 2023 EX-99

Viking Therapeutics Announces Initiation of Phase 1 Study to Evaluate Oral Formulation of Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonist VK2735 Expands Potential Opportunities for VK2735 with Highly Differentiated Dosing Option Data Anticipated in 2H2023

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Initiation of Phase 1 Study to Evaluate Oral Formulation of Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonist VK2735 Expands Potential Opportunities for VK2735 with Highly Differentiated Dosing Option Data Anticipated in 2H2023 SAN DIEGO, CA – March 28, 2023 – Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Viking) (NASDAQ: VKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the devel

February 14, 2023 SC 13G/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics Inc / ArrowMark Colorado Holdings LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 10, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 001-37355 Viking Therapeu

February 10, 2023 EX-4.2

Exhibit 4.2

Exhibit 4.2 Description of Securities of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. The authorized capital stock of Viking Therapeutics, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), consists of: • 300,000,000 shares of common stock, $0.00001 par value (“Common Stock”); and • 10,000,000 shares of preferred stock, $0.00001 par value (“Preferred Stock”). Common Stock • Dividend rights. Subject to preferences that ma

February 10, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) Viking Therapeutics, Inc.

February 10, 2023 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2023

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2023 Registration No.

February 9, 2023 EX-99.1

Position with

EX-99.1 2 d461604dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 INFORMATION REGARDING THE DIRECTOR AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF LIGAND PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED AND METABASIS THERAPEUTICS, INC. The names and the principal occupations of the current directors and executive officers of Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (“Ligand”) are set forth below. The business address of each of the individuals named below is

February 9, 2023 SC 13D/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics Inc / LIGAND PHARMACEUTICALS INC - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 d461604dsc13da.htm SC 13D/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.00001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated 3911 Sorrento Valley Boulevard, Suite

February 8, 2023 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2022 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2022 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Data from Three Clinical Programs Expected in 2023 • Enrollment Completed in Phase 2b VOYAGE Study of VK2809 for NASH and Fibrosis; Data Expected in 2Q 2023 • Phase 1 Study of Dual GLP-1/GIP Agonist VK2735 Continues; Data Expec

February 8, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 8, 2023 Viking Therapeut

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 8, 2023 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of I

January 3, 2023 SC 13G

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics Inc / MILLENNIUM MANAGEMENT LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.00001 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) DECEMBER 23, 2022 (Date of event which requires filing of this statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant

October 26, 2022 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 26, 2022 Viking Therapeut

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 26, 2022 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

October 26, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING

October 26, 2022 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Company Positioned to Announce Data from Three Clinical Programs in 2023 • VK2809 Phase 2b VOYAGE Study On Track to Complete Enrollment in Q4 2022; Data Expected in 1H 2023 • Phase 1 Study of Dual GLP-1/GIP Agonist VK2735 Continues to Enroll

July 27, 2022 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today ? Clinical Data From Three Programs Anticipated in Next Twelve Months ? VK2809 Phase 2b VOYAGE Study Advancing; Completion of Enrollment Expected in 4Q 2022 ? Phase 1 Study of Dual GLP-1/GIP Agonist VK2735 Ongoing; Initial Results Expected by

July 27, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 27, 2022 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

July 27, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THER

May 26, 2022 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 24, 2022 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

April 27, 2022 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today ? Completion of Enrollment in Phase 2b VOYAGE Study of VK2809 in Biopsy-Confirmed NASH Expected in 2H22 ? Phase 1 Study of Dual GLP-1/GIP Agonist VK2735 Ongoing; Results Expected by Year-End ? Quarter-end Cash Balance of $185M Provides Runway

April 27, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THE

April 27, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2022 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

April 7, 2022 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(

April 7, 2022 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(

February 14, 2022 SC 13G/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics Inc / ArrowMark Colorado Holdings LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 9, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 001-37355 Viking Therapeu

February 9, 2022 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2022

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2022 Registration No.

February 9, 2022 EX-4.5

Description of Registrant’s Securities

Exhibit 4.5 Description of Securities of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. The authorized capital stock of Viking Therapeutics, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), consists of: ? 300,000,000 shares of common stock, $0.00001 par value (?Common Stock?); and ? 10,000,000 shares of preferred stock, $0.00001 par value (?Preferred Stock?). Common Stock ? Dividend rights. Subject to preferences that ma

February 9, 2022 EX-21.1

List of Subsidiaries of Viking Therapeutics, Inc.

Exhibit 21.1 Subsidiaries of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Viking Therapeutics, PTY LTD (Australia) LEGALUSW # 111055664.1

February 9, 2022 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2021 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2021 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today ? Data From Three Clinical Programs Expected in the Next 12-18 Months ? Enrollment Continuing in Phase 2b VOYAGE Study Evaluating VK2809 for the Treatment of NASH ? Phase 1 SAD/MAD Trial of Dual GLP-1/GIP Agonist VK2735 Ongoing ?

February 9, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 9, 2022 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of I

February 9, 2022 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) Viking Therapeutics, Inc.

November 3, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING

November 3, 2021 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today ? Phase 2b VOYAGE Study Evaluating VK2809 for the Treatment of NASH Proceeding ? Phase 1b Proof-of-Concept Trial Evaluating VK0214 in X-ALD Patients Underway ? Data From New Program Evaluating Novel Dual Agonists for Metabolic Disorders Presen

November 3, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 3, 2021 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

August 11, 2021 424B5

Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Up to $125,000,000 Common Stock

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-258231 PROSPECTUS Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Up to $125,000,000 Common Stock We have entered into an At-the-Market Equity Offering Sales Agreement, or the Sales Agreement, with Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, or Stifel, Truist Securities, Inc., or Truist, and H.C. Wainwright & Co., LLC, or Wainwright, each of whom we refer to as an Age

August 5, 2021 CORRESP

12340 El Camino Real, Suite 250 San Diego, CA 92130

12340 El Camino Real, Suite 250 San Diego, CA 92130 August 5, 2021 VIA EDGAR United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Life Sciences Attention: Jessica Ansart 100 F Street, N.

July 28, 2021 S-3

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 28, 2021

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 28, 2021 Registration No.

July 28, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 28, 2021 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

July 28, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THER

July 28, 2021 EX-1.2

At-The-Market Equity Offering Sales Agreement, dated as of July 28, 2021, by and among Viking Therapeutics, Inc., Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated Truist Securities, Inc. and H.C. Wainwright & Co., LLC.

Exhibit 1.2 Execution Version VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. Common Stock ($0.00001 par value per share) AT-THE-MARKET EQUITY OFFERING SALES AGREEMENT July 28, 2021 STIFEL, NICOLAUS & COMPANY, INCORPORATED One South Street, 15th Floor Baltimore, Maryland 21202 TRUIST SECURITIES, INC. 3333 Peachtree Road NE, 11th Floor Atlanta, Georgia 30326 H.C. WAINWRIGHT & CO., LLC 430 Park Avenue New York, NY 10022

July 28, 2021 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today ? Enrollment Continues in Phase 2b VOYAGE Study Evaluating VK2809 for the Treatment of NASH ? Phase 1 Study Evaluating VK0214 Achieves Primary and Secondary Objectives; Phase 1b Proof-of-Concept Trial in X-ALD Patients Underway ? Quarter-End

July 28, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 28, 2021 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

July 28, 2021 EX-4.6

Form of Indenture, between the Registrant and one or more trustees to be named

Exhibit 4.6 VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC., Issuer AND [TRUSTEE], Trustee INDENTURE Dated as of , 20 Debt Securities Table of Contents Page Article 1 DEFINITIONS1 Section 1.01 Definitions of Terms1 Article 2 ISSUE, DESCRIPTION, TERMS, EXECUTION, REGISTRATION AND EXCHANGE OF SECURITIES5 Section 2.01 Designation and Terms of Securities5 Section 2.02 Form of Securities and Trustee?s Certificate8 Section 2

May 21, 2021 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 20, 2021 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

April 28, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 28, 2021 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

April 28, 2021 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THE

April 28, 2021 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today ? U.S. and European Sites Continue to Enroll Phase 2b VOYAGE Study Evaluating VK2809 for the Treatment of NASH ? Phase 1 Study Evaluating VK0214 in Healthy Volunteers Ongoing; Expect to Initiate Proof-of-Concept Trial in X-ALD Patients Mid-202

April 8, 2021 DEF 14A

Schedule 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(

April 8, 2021 DEFA14A

- DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 17, 2021 S-8

- S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 17, 2021 Registration No.

February 17, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 17, 2021 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

February 17, 2021 EX-4.5

Description of Registrant’s Securities

Exhibit 4.5 Description of Securities of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. The authorized capital stock of Viking Therapeutics, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), consists of: ? 300,000,000 shares of common stock, $0.00001 par value (?Common Stock?); and ? 10,000,000 shares of preferred stock, $0.00001 par value (?Preferred Stock?). Common Stock ? Dividend rights. Subject to preferences that ma

February 17, 2021 10-K

Annual Report - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 001-37355 Viking Therapeu

February 17, 2021 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2020 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2020 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Phase 2b VOYAGE Study Evaluating VK2809 for the Treatment of NASH Continues to Enroll • Phase 1 Trial Evaluating VK0214 Ongoing; Expect to Initiate Proof-of-Concept Trial in X-ALD Patients Mid-2021 • Balance Sheet Remains Stron

February 16, 2021 SC 13G/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3)* VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC.

SC 13G/A 1 arrowmark-vktx123120a3.htm 13G/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3)* VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.00001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2020 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this State

January 6, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 4, 2021 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission F

October 28, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 28, 2020 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

October 28, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING

October 28, 2020 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Phase 2b VOYAGE Study Evaluating VK2809 for the Treatment of NASH Ongoing • Phase 1 Trial Evaluating VK0214 for the Treatment of X-ALD Underway • Balance Sheet Remains Strong; Quarter-End Cash Approximately $255 Million SAN DIEGO, October 28

August 28, 2020 EX-99.1

Position with

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 INFORMATION REGARDING THE DIRECTOR AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF LIGAND PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED AND METABASIS THERAPEUTICS, INC. The names and the principal occupations of the current directors and executive officers of Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (“Ligand”) are set forth below. The business address of each of the individuals named below is 3911 Sorrento Valley Boulev

August 28, 2020 SC 13D/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / LIGAND PHARMACEUTICALS INC - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4)* Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.00001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated 3911 Sorrento Valley Boulevard, Suite 110 San Diego, CA 92121 (858)

July 29, 2020 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2020 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2020 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Enrollment Continues in Phase 2b VOYAGE Study of VK2809 in NASH; New Data from 12-Week Phase 2 Trial to be Highlighted at EASL • IND Filed for VK0214 in X-ALD; Phase 1 Trial Expected to Begin Q3 2020 • Balance Sheet Remains Strong; Quarter-

July 29, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THER

July 29, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 29, 2020 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

May 21, 2020 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 21, 2020 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

May 20, 2020 DEFA14A

- DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 30, 2020 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2020 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2020 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Enrollment Continues in Phase 2b VOYAGE Study of VK2809 in NASH • New Data from VK2809 Phase 2 NAFLD Trial to be Highlighted at EASL • IND Filing for VK0214 in X-ALD on Track for Mid-Year • Balance Sheet Remains Strong, Quarter-End Cash Appr

April 30, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THE

April 30, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 30, 2020 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

April 6, 2020 DEF 14A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. DEF 14A - - DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, d.c. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)

April 6, 2020 DEFA14A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. DEFA14A - - DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

March 17, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 17, 2020 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

February 26, 2020 EX-4.5

Description of Registrant’s Securities

Exhibit 4.5 Description of Securities of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. The authorized capital stock of Viking Therapeutics, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), consists of: • 300,000,000 shares of common stock, $0.00001 par value (“Common Stock”); and • 10,000,000 shares of preferred stock, $0.00001 par value (“Preferred Stock”). Common Stock • Dividend rights. Subject to preferences that ma

February 26, 2020 10-K

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 10-K - Annual Report - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 001-37355 Viking Therapeu

February 26, 2020 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 26, 2020

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 26, 2020 Registration No.

February 14, 2020 SC 13G/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / Arrowpoint Asset Management, LLC - SCHEDULE 13G HOLDINGS REPORT AMENDMENT Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

November 5, 2019 10-Q

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING

November 5, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 5, 2019 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

November 5, 2019 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2019 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2019 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 8:30 a.m. ET today • IND Application Filed for Phase 2b Study of VK2809 in Biopsy-Confirmed NASH • Clinical Development of VK0214 for X-ALD Expected to Begin 1H20 • Balance Sheet Remains Strong with Approximately $290 Million in Cash SAN DIEGO, November 5, 2019

October 10, 2019 SC 13G/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / Arrowpoint Asset Management, LLC - SCHEDULE 13G HOLDINGS REPORT AMENDMENT Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

August 1, 2019 EX-10.1

At-The-Market Equity Offering Sales Agreement, dated as of August 1, 2019, by and among Viking Therapeutics, Inc., Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated and Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.

Exhibit 10.1 VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. Common Stock ($0.00001 par value per share) AT-THE-MARKET EQUITY OFFERING SALES AGREEMENT August 1, 2019 STIFEL, NICOLAUS & COMPANY, INCORPORATED One South Street, 15th Floor Baltimore, Maryland 21202 OPPENHEIMER & CO. INC. 85 Broad Street, 26th Floor New York, NY 10004 Ladies and Gentlemen: Viking Therapeutics, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), p

August 1, 2019 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 vktx-8k20190801.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 1, 2019 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdictio

August 1, 2019 424B5

Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Up to $75,000,000 Common Stock

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-226133 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus dated July 19, 2018) Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Up to $75,000,000 Common Stock We have entered into an At-the-Market Equity Offering Sales Agreement, or the Sales Agreement, with Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, or Stifel, and Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., or Oppenheimer, each of whom we refer to as

August 1, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 1, 2019 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

August 1, 2019 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2019 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2019 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Preparation for Phase 2b Study of VK2809 in Biopsy-Confirmed NASH Underway; Expect to Commence Enrollment in 2H19 • Continued Progress with VK0214 for X-ALD; Expect to Commence Phase 1 Clinical Study in 1H20 SAN DIEGO, August 1, 2019 - Viki

August 1, 2019 10-Q

our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2019, filed with the SEC on August 1, 2019

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THER

July 2, 2019 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 1, 2019 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

July 2, 2019 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Appoints Kathy Rouan, Ph.D., to Board of Directors

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Appoints Kathy Rouan, Ph.D., to Board of Directors SAN DIEGO, CA – July 2, 2019 – Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (“Viking”) (NASDAQ: VKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel therapies for metabolic and endocrine disorders, today announced the appointment of Kathy Rouan, Ph.D., to its board of directors. With nearly 30 years o

May 23, 2019 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 23, 2019 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

May 2, 2019 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2019 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2019 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • New Data from Phase 2 Study of VK2809 Presented at EASL 2019; Results Demonstrate Robust Efficacy at Doses as Low as 5 mg Daily • Phase 2b Study of VK2809 in Biopsy-Confirmed NASH Expected to Commence in 2H19 • IND Filing for VK0214 in X-ALD

May 2, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 2, 2019 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

May 2, 2019 10-Q

our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2019, filed with the SEC on May 2, 2019

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THE

April 5, 2019 DEFA14A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 5, 2019 DEF 14A

our Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A filed with the SEC on April 5, 2019

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(

March 13, 2019 S-8

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 13, 2019 Registration No.

March 13, 2019 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2018 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

EX-99.1 2 vktx-ex9916.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2018 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Additional VK2809 Phase 2 Data to be Presented at EASL 2019; Results Demonstrate Promising Efficacy at Doses as Low as 5 mg Daily • Initiation of Phase 2b Study of VK2809 in Biopsy-Confirmed NA

March 13, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 13, 2019 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

March 13, 2019 EX-10.15

Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy.

Exhibit 10.15 Viking Therapeutics, INC. NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTOR COMPENSATION POLICY Each non-employee member of the board of directors (the “Board”) of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (the “Company”) shall be eligible to receive cash and equity compensation for his or her service on the Board as set forth in this Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy (this “Policy”). The cash and equity compensation d

March 13, 2019 10-K

our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018, filed with the SEC on March 13, 2019

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 001-37355 Viking Therapeu

March 13, 2019 EX-10.14

Employment Agreement, effective as of June 2, 2014, by and between Viking Therapeutics, Inc. and Hiroko Masamune.

Exhibit 10.14 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT Employee agrees to the terms and conditions of employment with Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (“Company”) set forth in this restated Employment Agreement (“Agreement”), effective as of June 2, 2014 (“Effective Date”). 1.Employment Terms. (a)Employment Period. The Company shall employ Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with the Company, upon the terms and

February 14, 2019 SC 13G

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / Arrowpoint Asset Management, LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 14, 2019 SC 13G/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / Boxer Capital, LLC - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.00001 (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2018 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate

February 13, 2019 SC 13G/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / SPHERA FUNDS MANAGEMENT LTD. - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (Amendment No. 1) Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.00001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2018 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule i

November 13, 2018 SC 13D/A

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. / LIGAND PHARMACEUTICALS INC - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3)* VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.00001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 92686J106 (CUSIP Number) Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated 3911 Sorrento Valley Boulevard, Suite 110 San Diego, CA 92121 (858)

November 13, 2018 EX-99.13

TRADING PLAN (SEC Rule 10b5-1)

EX-99.13 Exhibit 99.13 TRADING PLAN (SEC Rule 10b5-1) This Trading Plan is entered into as of September 28, 2018 (the “Signing Date”) between Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (“Client”) and Roth Capital Partners, LLC (“Broker”). WHEREAS, Client wishes to establish this Trading Plan to sell or purchase shares of VKTX (“Stock”) of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (“Issuer”) from Account Number (the “Acc

November 7, 2018 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2018 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2018 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Announced Positive Top-Line Results from Phase 2 Study of VK2809 in Patients with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and Elevated LDL-Cholesterol (LDL-C) • Presented Positive Results from Phase 2 Study of VK5211 in Patients Recovering

November 7, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2018 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

November 7, 2018 EX-10.1

Extension of Term and Amendment of Sublease, dated September 30, 2018, by and between Viking Therapeutics, Inc. and Fish & Richardson P.C.

EX-10.1 2 vktx-ex10180.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 EXTENSION OF TERM AND AMENDMENT OF SUBLEASE This Extension of Term and Amendment of Sublease (the “Agreement”), dated as of the 30th day of September, 2018, between Fish & Richardson P.C., a Massachusetts corporation, with its principal office at One Marina Park Drive, Boston, Massachusetts 02210 (“Sublandlord”) and Viking Therapeutics, Inc., a Delaw

November 7, 2018 10-Q

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2018 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING

September 21, 2018 424B5

9,500,000 Shares Common Stock

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-226133 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus dated July 19, 2018) 9,500,000 Shares Common Stock We are offering 9,500,000 shares of our common stock in this offering. Our common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “VKTX.” On September 20, 2018, the closing price of our common stock on the Nasdaq Capital Market was $18.9

September 21, 2018 EX-1.1

Underwriting Agreement, dated as of September 20, 2018, by and between Viking Therapeutics, Inc. and William Blair & Company, L.L.C., as representative of the underwriters named therein.

EX-1.1 2 vktx-ex1164.htm EX-1.1 Exhibit 1.1 9,500,000 Shares1 Viking therapeutics, Inc. Common Stock, $0.00001 par value per share UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT September 20, 2018 William Blair & Company, L.L.C. As Representative of the several Underwriters named in Schedule I hereto c/o William Blair & Company, L.L.C. 150 N. Riverside Plaza Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ladies and Gentlemen: Viking Therapeuti

September 21, 2018 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 20, 2018 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

September 21, 2018 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Announces Pricing of $175.8 Million Public Offering of Common Stock

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Pricing of $175.8 Million Public Offering of Common Stock SAN DIEGO, CA – September 20, 2018 – Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (“Viking”) (NASDAQ: VKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel therapies for metabolic and endocrine disorders, today announced the pricing of its public offering of 9,500,000 shares of its com

September 19, 2018 424B5

Subject to Completion, Dated September 19, 2018

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-226133 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed. A registration statement relating to these securities has been declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission. This preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus are not an offer to sell these securities, and we

September 18, 2018 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Announces Positive Top-Line Results from Phase 2 Study of VK2809 in Patients with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and Elevated LDL-Cholesterol Study Achieves Primary Endpoint, Demonstrating Statistically Significant Redu

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Positive Top-Line Results from Phase 2 Study of VK2809 in Patients with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and Elevated LDL-Cholesterol Study Achieves Primary Endpoint, Demonstrating Statistically Significant Reductions in LDL-C in Patients Receiving VK2809 57% to 60% Median Liver Fat Reduction Observed in VK2809-Treated Patients 77% to 91% of VK28

September 18, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 18, 2018 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

August 9, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 9, 2018 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

August 9, 2018 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2018 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

EX-99.1 2 vktx-ex9916.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2018 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update Conference call scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET today • Enrollment complete for VK2809 Phase 2 fatty liver and hypercholesterolemia study, results expected 2H18 • Final results from Phase 2 VK5211 study for hip fracture selected for presentation at plenary sessi

August 9, 2018 EX-10.1

Office Lease, dated May 25, 2018, by and between Viking Therapeutics, Inc. and Kilroy Realty, L.P.

Exhibit 10.1 DEL MAR CORPORATE CENTRE II OFFICE LEASE This Office Lease (this "Lease"), dated as of the date set forth in Section 1 of the Summary of Basic Lease Information (the "Summary"), below, is made by and between KILROY REALTY, L.P., a Delaware limited partnership ("Landlord"), and VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC., a Delaware corporation ("Tenant"). SUMMARY OF BASIC LEASE INFORMATION TERMS OF LEA

August 9, 2018 EX-12.1

Statement Regarding the Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges for the Years Ended December 31, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017, and the Six Months Ended June 30, 2018.

Exhibit 12.1 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Statement Regarding the Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges The following table sets forth our ratio of earnings to fixed charges for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017, and the six months ended June 30, 2018. As the ratios of earnings to fixed charges indicate less than one-to-one coverage for each of the periods pres

August 9, 2018 10-Q

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2018 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37355 VIKING THER

July 17, 2018 CORRESP

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. CORRESP

12340 El Camino Real, Suite 250 San Diego, CA 92130 July 17, 2018 VIA EDGAR United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Healthcare & Insurance Attention: Abigail Jacobs or Erin Jaskot 100 F Street, N.

July 11, 2018 S-3

VKTX / Viking Therapeutics, Inc. FORM S-3

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 11, 2018 Registration No.

July 11, 2018 EX-4.10

Form of Indenture, between the Registrant and one or more trustees to be named.

Exhibit 4.10 VIKING THERAPEUTICS, INC., Issuer AND [TRUSTEE], Trustee INDENTURE Dated as of , 20 Debt Securities Table of Contents Page Article 1 DEFINITIONS1 Section 1.01 Definitions of Terms1 Article 2 ISSUE, DESCRIPTION, TERMS, EXECUTION, REGISTRATION AND EXCHANGE OF SECURITIES5 Section 2.01 Designation and Terms of Securities5 Section 2.02 Form of Securities and Trustee’s Certificate8 Section

July 11, 2018 EX-12.1

Statement Regarding the Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges for the Years Ended December 31, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017, and the Three Months Ended March 31, 2018.

Exhibit 12.1 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Statement Regarding the Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges The following table sets forth our ratio of earnings to fixed charges for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017, and the three months ended March 31, 2018. As the ratios of earnings to fixed charges indicate less than one-to-one coverage for each of the periods p

June 12, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 12, 2018 Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 001-37355 46-1073877 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

June 12, 2018 EX-99.1

Viking Therapeutics Announces Closing of Public Offering of Common Stock

Exhibit 99.1 Viking Therapeutics Announces Closing of Public Offering of Common Stock SAN DIEGO, CA – June 12, 2018 – Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (“Viking”) (NASDAQ: VKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel therapies for metabolic and endocrine disorders, today announced the closing of its previously announced underwritten public offering of 8,625,000 sha

June 7, 2018 424B5

7,500,000 Shares Common Stock

Filed pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-212134 Registration No. 333-225479 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus dated July 26, 2016) 7,500,000 Shares Common Stock We are offering 7,500,000 shares of our common stock in this offering. Our common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “VKTX.” On June 6, 2018, the closing price of our common stock on the Nasdaq Ca

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