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Artivion(AORT) - 2020 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-05-02 20:15
CryoLife, Inc. (CRY) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call April 30, 2020 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Lynn Lewis - Gilmartin Group Pat Mackin - CEO Ashley Lee - CFO Conference Call Participants Jason Mills - Canaccord Genuity David Saxon - Needham and Company Suraj Kalia - Oppenheimer and Company Jeffrey Cohen - Ladenburg Thalmann Operator Greetings, and welcome to the CryoLife 2020 first quarter financial conference call. [Operator instructions] As a reminder, this conference is being recorded. It is now m ...
Artivion(AORT) - 2020 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2020-05-01 17:59
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ý 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 o 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: 1-13165 CRYOLIFE INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Florida 59-2417093 (State or ot ...
Artivion(AORT) - 2019 Q4 - Annual Report
2020-02-19 16:25
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) x 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 1-13165 CRYOLIFE, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Florida (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or or ...
Artivion(AORT) - 2019 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-02-14 03:18
CryoLife, Inc. (CRY) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call February 13, 2020 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Lynn Lewis - Gilmartin Group Pat MacKin - Chief Executive Officer Ashley Lee - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Suraj Kalia - Oppenheimer David Saxon - Needham & Company Jeffrey Cohen - Landenburg Thalmann Brooks O'Neil - Lake Street Capital Markets Joe Munda - First Analysis Operator Greetings. Welcome to CryoLife's Fourth Quarter and Year End 2019 Financial Conference Call. [Operator ...
Artivion(AORT) - 2019 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2019-11-01 04:16
CryoLife, Inc. (CRY) Q3 2019 Results Conference Call October 30, 2019 5:30 PM ET Company Participants Greg Chodaczek - Investor Relations Pat MacKin - Chief Executive Officer Ashley Lee - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Cecilia Furlong - Canaccord Genuity Mike Matson - Needham & Company Jeffrey Cohen - Landenburg Thalmann Brooks O'Neil - Lake Street Capital Joe Munda - First Analyst Suraj Kalia - Oppenheimer Operator Greetings. Welcome to CryoLife's Third Quarter 2019 Financial Conferen ...
Artivion(AORT) - 2019 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2019-10-31 20:35
Part I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION [Item 1. Financial Statements](index=2&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) CryoLife's unaudited Q3 2019 financial statements show a net loss of **$0.13 million**, with total assets of **$592.6 million** and new Endospan agreements Consolidated Statement of Operations Highlights (in thousands) | Metric | Q3 2019 (Unaudited) | Q3 2018 | Nine Months 2019 (Unaudited) | Nine Months 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Revenues** | $67,881 | $64,598 | $206,525 | $195,042 | | **Gross Margin** | $45,222 | $42,714 | $136,461 | $127,793 | | **Operating Income** | $4,704 | $4,618 | $13,411 | $6,533 | | **Net (Loss) Income** | $(134) | $1,565 | $2,401 | $(2,064) | | **Diluted (Loss) Income per Share** | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.06 | $(0.06) | Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Metric | Sep 30, 2019 (Unaudited) | Dec 31, 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and cash equivalents | $36,685 | $41,489 | | Total current assets | $181,354 | $179,168 | | Goodwill | $183,368 | $188,781 | | **Total Assets** | **$592,602** | **$571,091** | | Long-term debt | $214,793 | $215,721 | | **Total Liabilities** | **$315,101** | **$296,024** | | **Total Shareholders' Equity** | **$277,501** | **$275,067** | Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows Highlights (Nine Months Ended Sep 30, in thousands) | Cash Flow Activity | 2019 (Unaudited) | 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash from operating activities | $14,767 | $(640) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(20,753) | $(4,997) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(836) | $(1,278) | - In September 2019, the company entered into significant agreements with Endospan Ltd., including an exclusive distribution agreement, a securities purchase option, and a secured loan agreement, with initial payments totaling **$15.0 million**[16](index=16&type=chunk)[17](index=17&type=chunk)[18](index=18&type=chunk) - The company adopted the new lease accounting standard, ASC 842, on January 1, 2019, resulting in the recognition of operating lease liabilities and corresponding right-of-use assets of **$22.7 million**[14](index=14&type=chunk) [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (MD&A)](index=24&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses Q3 2019 revenue growth to **$67.9 million**, driven by product sales, and confirms sufficient liquidity for the next twelve months [Results of Operations](index=25&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Q3 2019 total revenues increased **5%** to **$67.9 million**, driven by product and service growth, with a **67%** gross margin and net loss from foreign currency impacts Revenues by Product and Service (in thousands) | Product/Service | Q3 2019 | Q3 2018 | % Change | 9 Months 2019 | 9 Months 2018 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Products** | **$47,484** | **$45,152** | **5%** | **$147,053** | **$138,063** | **7%** | | BioGlue | $15,679 | $15,646 | 0% | $50,834 | $48,685 | 4% | | JOTEC | $15,774 | $15,004 | 5% | $48,936 | $46,669 | 5% | | On-X | $12,610 | $11,298 | 12% | $36,751 | $33,495 | 10% | | **Total Preservation Services** | **$20,397** | **$19,446** | **5%** | **$59,472** | **$56,979** | **4%** | | **Total Revenues** | **$67,881** | **$64,598** | **5%** | **$206,525** | **$195,042** | **6%** | - Excluding foreign exchange effects, revenues increased by **6%** for Q3 2019 and **8%** for the nine-month period compared to 2018[68](index=68&type=chunk) - A supply issue with CardioGenesis cardiac laser therapy handpieces is expected to impact Q4 2019 sales, with supply anticipated to resume in Q1 2020[76](index=76&type=chunk) - General, administrative, and marketing expenses for the nine months of 2019 included **$2.6 million** in business development and integration expenses, a significant decrease from **$6.9 million** in the same period of 2018, primarily related to the JOTEC acquisition[88](index=88&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=33&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) Net working capital was **$139.2 million** as of September 30, 2019, with **$14.8 million** net cash from operations, and sufficient liquidity for the next twelve months - Net working capital was **$139.2 million** as of September 30, 2019, compared to **$144.7 million** at December 31, 2018[92](index=92&type=chunk) - The company's primary cash requirements in the first nine months of 2019 were for general working capital, funding of the Endospan agreements, debt service, and capital expenditures[93](index=93&type=chunk) - Future cash requirements include potential funding of two additional **$5.0 million** tranches to Endospan upon completion of certain clinical trial milestones[95](index=95&type=chunk) - As of September 30, 2019, approximately **28%** of the company's cash and cash equivalents were held in foreign jurisdictions[95](index=95&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=36&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company faces market risks from interest rate changes on its **$225.0 million** term loan and foreign currency fluctuations, primarily impacting Euro, GBP, and CHF transactions - The company is exposed to interest rate risk on its **$36.7 million** in cash and cash equivalents and its **$225.0 million** secured Term Loan Facility[102](index=102&type=chunk) - Foreign currency exchange rate risk exists due to revenues and expenses denominated in Euros, British Pounds, Swiss Francs, Polish Zlotys, Canadian Dollars, and Brazilian Reals[103](index=103&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=36&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) As of September 30, 2019, the CEO and CFO concluded that disclosure controls and procedures are effective at a reasonable assurance level - Management, including the CEO and CFO, concluded that as of September 30, 2019, the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective at the reasonable assurance level[104](index=104&type=chunk) Part II - OTHER INFORMATION [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=37&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in routine legal proceedings, but management does not anticipate any material adverse effects on its financial condition or operations - The company does not believe that any pending legal matters could have a material adverse effect on its business, financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows[106](index=106&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=37&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) Key risks include failure to realize benefits from JOTEC and Endospan, significant indebtedness, heavy revenue dependence on core products, and evolving regulatory environments - The company may not realize all anticipated benefits from the JOTEC Acquisition due to factors like market growth, integration challenges, and competition[106](index=106&type=chunk) - Significant indebtedness could limit the company's ability to raise capital, require dedication of substantial cash flow to repayment, and restrict operational flexibility[108](index=108&type=chunk) - The business is significantly dependent on revenues from tissue preservation services (**30%** of total), BioGlue (**23%**), JOTEC (**23%**), and On-X (**19%**), making it vulnerable to risks specific to these areas[113](index=113&type=chunk)[114](index=114&type=chunk)[116](index=116&type=chunk) - The company faces significant risks related to its new agreements with Endospan, including Endospan's ability to obtain FDA approval for the Nexus Product and successfully commercialize it[119](index=119&type=chunk) - Products and tissues are subject to significant quality and regulatory risks, including potential recalls, liability claims, and changes in regulations such as the new European Union Medical Device Regulation (MDR)[117](index=117&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=54&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) In Q3 2019, CryoLife purchased **2,165** common shares at **$27.04** each, solely for employee tax obligations, not as part of a general repurchase plan Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities (Q3 2019) | Period | Total Number of Common Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid per Common Share | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | July 2019 | 253 | $30.25 | | August 2019 | 1,912 | $26.61 | | September 2019 | 0 | -- | | **Total** | **2,165** | **$27.04** | [Item 5. Other Information](index=54&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) In October 2019, the Clawback Policy was amended to require recoupment of excess performance-based compensation following a material accounting restatement - In October 2019, the company's Clawback Policy was amended to require recoupment of excess performance-based compensation following a material accounting restatement[156](index=156&type=chunk)
Artivion(AORT) - 2019 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2019-07-31 19:40
Part I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION [Item 1. Financial Statements](index=1&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents CryoLife's unaudited consolidated financial statements for Q2 and H1 2019 and 2018, including statements of operations, balance sheets, cash flows, and shareholders' equity [Summary Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss)](index=1&type=section&id=Summary%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20and%20Comprehensive%20Income%20%28Loss%29) CryoLife reported Q2 2019 total revenues of **$71.1 million**, operating income of **$6.5 million**, and net income of **$2.8 million**, with H1 revenues reaching **$138.6 million** Consolidated Statement of Operations Highlights (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | Q2 2019 | Q2 2018 | YTD 2019 | YTD 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Revenues** | $71,139 | $68,496 | $138,644 | $130,444 | | **Gross Margin** | $46,966 | $45,851 | $91,239 | $85,079 | | **Operating Income** | $6,502 | $5,405 | $8,707 | $1,915 | | **Net Income (Loss)** | $2,832 | $226 | $2,535 | $(3,629) | | **Diluted EPS** | $0.07 | $0.01 | $0.07 | $(0.10) | [Summary Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=2&type=section&id=Summary%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) As of June 30, 2019, total assets increased to **$597.1 million**, driven by receivables and lease assets, with total liabilities at **$315.0 million** and shareholders' equity at **$282.2 million** Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Account | June 30, 2019 | Dec 31, 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and cash equivalents | $39,747 | $41,489 | | Total current assets | $188,557 | $179,168 | | Goodwill | $188,106 | $188,781 | | **Total Assets** | **$597,123** | **$571,091** | | Total current liabilities | $37,468 | $34,523 | | Long-term debt | $215,013 | $215,721 | | **Total Liabilities** | **$314,970** | **$296,024** | | **Total Shareholders' Equity** | **$282,153** | **$275,067** | - The company adopted the new lease accounting standard (ASC 842) as of January 1, 2019, resulting in the recognition of **$22.7 million** in operating lease right-of-use assets and corresponding lease liabilities[16](index=16&type=chunk)[27](index=27&type=chunk) [Summary Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=3&type=section&id=Summary%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Net cash provided by operating activities significantly improved to **$1.9 million** for H1 2019, compared to a **$9.0 million** use in H1 2018, with an overall cash decrease of **$1.9 million** Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows Highlights (in thousands) | Cash Flow Activity | YTD 2019 | YTD 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash from operating activities | $1,907 | $(8,960) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(3,646) | $(3,631) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(824) | $(2,960) | | **Decrease in cash** | **$(1,981)** | **$(15,034)** | [Notes to Summary Consolidated Financial Statements](index=4&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Summary%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) Detailed disclosures cover accounting policies, debt, leases, revenue recognition, and segment information, including ASC 842 adoption and PerClot clinical trial progress - As of January 1, 2019, the company adopted ASC 842 (Leases), recognizing operating lease right-of-use assets and liabilities of **$22.7 million** using a modified retrospective approach[16](index=16&type=chunk)[27](index=27&type=chunk) - The company's debt is primarily from a **$225.0 million** secured term loan facility entered into in December 2017, with an interest rate of **5.58%** per annum as of June 30, 2019, and a **$30.0 million** revolving credit facility remains undrawn[33](index=33&type=chunk)[34](index=34&type=chunk) - Enrollment for the pivotal clinical trial for PerClot in the U.S. was completed in January 2019, with a Premarket Approval (PMA) submission to the FDA anticipated in early 2020[39](index=39&type=chunk) Revenue by Segment (in thousands) | Segment | Q2 2019 | Q2 2018 | YTD 2019 | YTD 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Medical devices | $51,168 | $49,313 | $99,569 | $92,911 | | Preservation services | $19,971 | $19,183 | $39,075 | $37,533 | | **Total revenues** | **$71,139** | **$68,496** | **$138,644** | **$130,444** | [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=11&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses Q2 and H1 2019 financial results, highlighting revenue growth, stable gross margin, improved operating cash flow, and sufficient liquidity [Results of Operations](index=11&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Q2 revenues grew **4%** to **$71.1 million** and H1 revenues grew **6%** to **$138.6 million**, driven by BioGlue, On-X, and preservation services, with stable operating expenses Revenue by Product/Service (Q2, in thousands) | Product/Service | Q2 2019 | Q2 2018 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | BioGlue | $17,933 | $17,069 | 5% | | JOTEC | $17,208 | $17,205 | 0% | | On-X | $12,410 | $11,888 | 4% | | Preservation services | $19,971 | $19,183 | 4% | | **Total** | **$71,139** | **$68,496** | **4%** | Revenue by Product/Service (YTD, in thousands) | Product/Service | YTD 2019 | YTD 2018 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | BioGlue | $35,155 | $33,039 | 6% | | JOTEC | $33,162 | $31,665 | 5% | | On-X | $24,141 | $22,197 | 9% | | Preservation services | $39,075 | $37,533 | 4% | | **Total** | **$138,644** | **$130,444** | **6%** | - Gross margin as a percentage of total revenues was **66%** in Q2 2019, down from **67%** in Q2 2018, primarily due to revenue mix and inventory write-offs, but increased for the six-month period to **66%** from **65%** in 2018 due to the absence of JOTEC inventory step-up costs[68](index=68&type=chunk) - General, administrative, and marketing expenses decreased **1%** for the six months ended June 30, 2019, primarily due to lower business development and integration expenses related to the JOTEC Acquisition (**$1.3 million** in H1 2019 vs. **$5.1 million** in H1 2018)[68](index=68&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=14&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) Net working capital was **$151.1 million** as of June 30, 2019, with **$1.9 million** in operating cash flow for H1, and sufficient liquidity for the next twelve months - Net working capital was **$151.1 million** as of June 30, 2019, compared to **$144.7 million** at December 31, 2018[72](index=72&type=chunk) - Net cash provided by operating activities was **$1.9 million** for the first six months of 2019, compared to net cash used of **$9.0 million** in the same period of 2018[77](index=77&type=chunk) - The company has a **$255.0 million** senior secured credit facility, consisting of a **$225.0 million** term loan and an undrawn **$30.0 million** revolving credit facility[74](index=74&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=16&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company faces market risks from interest rate and foreign currency fluctuations, but management assesses a **10%** adverse change would not be material - The company is exposed to interest rate risk on its **$39.7 million** in cash and its variable-rate **$225.0 million** secured Term Loan Facility[81](index=81&type=chunk) - Foreign currency exchange rate risk exists as a portion of international revenues and expenses are denominated in Euros, British Pounds, Swiss Francs, and other currencies[81](index=81&type=chunk) - Management concluded that a **10%** adverse change in interest rates or foreign currency exchange rates would not have a material effect on the company's financial position, results of operations, or cash flows[81](index=81&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=16&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective at a reasonable assurance level as of June 30, 2019 - Based on an evaluation as of June 30, 2019, the CEO and CFO concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective at the reasonable assurance level[83](index=83&type=chunk) Part II - OTHER INFORMATION [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=16&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in various legal proceedings, but management does not anticipate any material adverse effects on its financial condition or operations - The company states that it does not believe any pending legal matters could have a material adverse effect on its business, financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows[84](index=84&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=16&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) Significant risks include failure to realize JOTEC acquisition benefits, substantial indebtedness, dependence on key products, regulatory compliance, and intense competition - The company may not realize all anticipated benefits from the JOTEC acquisition, and its significant indebtedness could adversely affect its ability to raise capital and react to market changes[85](index=85&type=chunk)[87](index=87&type=chunk) - The business is significantly dependent on revenues from tissue preservation services (**28%** of revenue) and key products like BioGlue (**25%**), JOTEC (**24%**), and On-X (**18%**)[93](index=93&type=chunk)[94](index=94&type=chunk)[95](index=95&type=chunk) - The company faces significant regulatory risks, including potential reclassification of its CryoValve SGPV to a Class III device by the FDA and more stringent requirements under the new European Medical Device Regulation (MDR)[95](index=95&type=chunk)[97](index=97&type=chunk) - Competition is intense from large, well-established medical device companies like Baxter, Medtronic, and Johnson & Johnson, which have greater financial and marketing resources[105](index=105&type=chunk)[106](index=106&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=23&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) During Q2 2019, the company repurchased **8,817** common shares at an average price of **$31.17** to cover tax obligations related to stock compensation Share Repurchases in Q2 2019 | Period | Total Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid per Share | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | April 2019 | 0 | N/A | | May 2019 | 8,753 | $31.17 | | June 2019 | 64 | $31.05 | | **Total** | **8,817** | **$31.17** | - The shares purchased were tendered by employees to cover taxes on stock compensation and were not part of a formal, publicly announced buyback program[125](index=125&type=chunk)
Artivion(AORT) - 2019 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2019-07-31 02:11
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q2 2019 was $71.1 million, reflecting a 4% increase on a GAAP basis and a 7% increase on a non-GAAP constant currency basis compared to Q2 2018 [7][15] - GAAP net income was approximately $2.8 million or $0.07 per fully diluted share, while non-GAAP net income was $4.1 million or $0.11 per share [19] - Gross margins were 66% for Q2, which was about 40 basis points higher than Q1 [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - JOTEC revenue increased 8% on a non-GAAP constant currency basis, with a potential growth rate of approximately 11% if not for a sterilization issue [8][16] - On-X revenue increased 5% on a non-GAAP constant currency basis, with North America growing 6% [8][16] - BioGlue revenue increased 7% on a non-GAAP constant currency basis, driven by strong sales in Europe and Asia-Pacific [9][16] - Tissue processing revenues increased by 4%, with cardiac tissue processing revenues up 16% and vascular tissue processing revenues down 7% [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International markets saw a 20% year-over-year increase in revenues on a constant currency basis [17] - The company is expanding its sales operations in Asia Pacific and Latin America, with plans to migrate towards direct sales in selective territories [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to launch three next-generation JOTEC products in European markets by the end of 2019 [10][22] - The PROACT 10A trial is expected to start in Q3, which aims to demonstrate the benefits of the On-X mechanical valve [11][22] - The company is focusing on cost-down initiatives and enhancing distributor networks to improve margins [31][32] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving growth despite temporary supply issues and currency impacts, expecting a strong Q4 and a positive outlook for 2020 [20][72] - The company is addressing sterilization and supply challenges to improve JOTEC product availability [21][49] Other Important Information - The company maintains its full-year 2019 financial guidance, expecting Q3 revenues between $67.5 million and $68.5 million [20] - As of July 26, 2019, the company had approximately $44 million in cash and equivalents, with a gross leverage of approximately 4.2 times [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide insights on JOTEC product rollouts in Europe? - Management expects CE mark approvals for two JOTEC devices in Q3 and anticipates significant growth from these launches [27][29] Question: What initiatives are in place to boost margins? - The company is focusing on cost-down initiatives, enhancing direct sales strategies, and optimizing distributor networks to improve margins [31][32] Question: What caused the slower growth in On-X? - Management noted that competitive pressure from tissue valves targeting younger patients and currency issues impacted growth, but they remain optimistic about future trials [36][66] Question: What is the status of the BioGlue application in China? - The approval timeline is uncertain, but initial feedback is expected in Q4 [42] Question: How much impact would resolving JOTEC supply issues have on Q3? - Management estimates a potential impact of $1.5 million to $2 million if supply issues were resolved [62]
Artivion(AORT) - 2019 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2019-05-02 20:34
[Part I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=3&type=section&id=Part%20I%20%E2%80%93%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) [Financial Statements](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements.) This section presents the unaudited consolidated financial statements for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2019 [Summary Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive (Loss) Income](index=3&type=section&id=Summary%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20and%20Comprehensive%20(Loss)%20Income) The company reported a 9% revenue increase to $67.5 million and a significantly reduced net loss of $297 thousand Q1 2019 vs Q1 2018 Statement of Operations (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | Three Months Ended March 31, 2019 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Revenues** | $67,505 | $61,948 | | **Gross Margin** | $44,273 | $39,228 | | **Operating Income (Loss)** | $2,205 | $(3,490) | | **Net Loss** | $(297) | $(3,855) | | **Diluted Loss Per Share** | $(0.01) | $(0.11) | [Summary Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=4&type=section&id=Summary%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Total assets grew to $586.9 million, while liabilities increased due to the adoption of new lease accounting standards Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Metric | March 31, 2019 | December 31, 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Current Assets** | $178,652 | $179,168 | | **Total Assets** | $586,928 | $571,091 | | **Total Current Liabilities** | $36,423 | $34,523 | | **Total Liabilities** | $314,306 | $296,024 | | **Total Shareholders' Equity** | $272,622 | $275,067 | - The company adopted the new lease accounting standard ASC 842 on January 1, 2019, resulting in the recognition of **operating lease right-of-use assets of $23.0 million** and corresponding lease liabilities[11](index=11&type=chunk)[17](index=17&type=chunk) [Summary Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=5&type=section&id=Summary%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Operating activities generated $1.2 million in cash, a significant improvement from a $9.7 million use in the prior year Cash Flow Summary (in thousands) | Cash Flow Activity | Three Months Ended March 31, 2019 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities** | $1,161 | $(9,727) | | **Net cash flows used in investing activities** | $(1,427) | $(2,119) | | **Net cash flows used in financing activities** | $(1,215) | $(1,954) | | **Decrease in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted securities** | $(1,161) | $(13,361) | [Summary Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity](index=6&type=section&id=Summary%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Shareholders'%20Equity) Shareholders' equity decreased by $2.5 million, primarily driven by a net loss and foreign currency translation adjustments - Total shareholders' equity decreased by **$2.5 million** during the first quarter of 2019, from $275.1 million to $272.6 million[15](index=15&type=chunk) - The comprehensive loss for the quarter was **$4.1 million**, which included a net loss of $0.3 million and a foreign currency translation loss of $3.8 million[15](index=15&type=chunk) [Notes to Summary Consolidated Financial Statements](index=7&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Summary%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The notes detail accounting policies, including the adoption of ASC 842, segment data, and debt facility information - The company adopted the new lease accounting standard ASC 842 on January 1, 2019, recognizing operating lease right-of-use assets and liabilities of **$22.7 million**[17](index=17&type=chunk)[34](index=34&type=chunk) - As of March 31, 2019, the company had **$186.7 million in goodwill**, all related to the Medical Devices segment[26](index=26&type=chunk) - The company has a **$255.0 million senior secured credit facility**, consisting of a $225.0 million term loan and a $30.0 million revolving credit facility[43](index=43&type=chunk)[50](index=50&type=chunk) - Enrollment for the pivotal clinical trial for PerClot in the U.S. was completed in January 2019, with a **PMA submission to the FDA anticipated in early 2020**[55](index=55&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=21&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations.) Management discusses a 9% revenue increase, improved margins, and the company's liquidity and capital resources [Results of Operations](index=21&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Q1 2019 revenues rose 9% to $67.5 million, with gross margin improving to 66% from 63% year-over-year Revenues by Product/Service (in thousands) | Category | Q1 2019 | Q1 2018 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Products** | $48,401 | $43,598 | 11% | | - BioGlue | $17,222 | $15,970 | 8% | | - JOTEC | $15,954 | $14,460 | 10% | | - On-X | $11,731 | $10,309 | 14% | | **Total Preservation Services** | $19,104 | $18,350 | 4% | | **Total Revenues** | **$67,505** | **$61,948** | **9%** | - **Gross margin increased to 66%** in Q1 2019 from 63% in Q1 2018, primarily due to the absence of a $1.5 million inventory step-up expense from the JOTEC acquisition[105](index=105&type=chunk)[108](index=108&type=chunk) - General, administrative, and marketing expenses decreased 2% to $36.5 million, mainly due to **lower business development and integration expenses** related to the JOTEC Acquisition[109](index=109&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=27&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company maintains sufficient liquidity with $142.3 million in net working capital and a $30 million undrawn credit facility - Net working capital was **$142.3 million** as of March 31, 2019, with a current ratio of 5 to 1[121](index=121&type=chunk) - Management believes cash from operations and existing cash will be **sufficient to meet operational liquidity needs** for at least the next twelve months[123](index=123&type=chunk) Scheduled Contractual Obligations (in thousands) | Obligation Type | Total | Remainder of 2019 | 2020-2021 | 2022-2023 | Thereafter | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Long-term debt obligations | $225,262 | $2,085 | $5,562 | $5,562 | $212,053 | | Interest on long-term debt | $71,753 | $9,757 | $25,630 | $25,064 | $11,302 | | Operating leases | $29,095 | $4,396 | $11,653 | $5,664 | $7,382 | | **Total** | **$346,795** | **$24,822** | **$48,657** | **$38,387** | **$234,929** | [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=31&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk.) The company is exposed to market risks from interest rate and foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations - The company's interest income and expense are sensitive to U.S. interest rate changes, affecting its **$40.3 million in cash** and its **$225.0 million secured Term Loan**[142](index=142&type=chunk) - A portion of international revenues and expenses are denominated in foreign currencies, primarily the Euro, creating exposure to exchange rate fluctuations[144](index=144&type=chunk)[145](index=145&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=31&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures.) Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of March 31, 2019 - Based on an evaluation as of March 31, 2019, the CEO and CFO concluded that the company's **disclosure controls and procedures were effective** at the reasonable assurance level[148](index=148&type=chunk) [Part II - OTHER INFORMATION](index=32&type=section&id=Part%20II%20-%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) [Legal Proceedings](index=32&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings.) Management believes no pending legal matters will have a material adverse effect on the company's business - The company does not believe there are any pending legal matters that could have a **material adverse effect** on its business, financial condition, or cash flows[150](index=150&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=32&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors.) The company faces significant risks related to acquisition integration, indebtedness, product dependency, and regulations - The company may not realize all anticipated benefits of the JOTEC Acquisition due to factors like **market growth, integration challenges, and competition**[152](index=152&type=chunk) - **Significant indebtedness ($225.0 million term loan)** could limit borrowing capacity and restrict operations through covenants[155](index=155&type=chunk)[156](index=156&type=chunk) - The company is highly dependent on revenues from key products: **BioGlue (26% of revenue), JOTEC (24%), and On-X (17%)**[165](index=165&type=chunk)[166](index=166&type=chunk)[167](index=167&type=chunk) - The FDA is considering reclassifying the CryoValve SGPV to a Class III medical device, which would require a **costly and uncertain Premarket Approval (PMA) process**[180](index=180&type=chunk)[181](index=181&type=chunk) - The investment in PerClot is subject to significant risk, including the ability to **obtain FDA approval** and successfully commercialize it in a competitive U.S. market[176](index=176&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=48&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds.) The company purchased 81,490 shares of its common stock to cover taxes on employee stock compensation Common Share Purchases (Q1 2019) | Period | Total Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid per Share | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Jan 2019 | -- | $ -- | | Feb 2019 | 27,902 | $28.88 | | Mar 2019 | 53,588 | $29.32 | | **Total** | **81,490** | **$29.17** | - The shares purchased were tendered by employees to pay taxes on stock compensation and were **not part of a publicly announced repurchase program**[235](index=235&type=chunk) [Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=48&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities.) The company reported no defaults upon senior securities during the period - None[236](index=236&type=chunk) [Exhibits](index=49&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits.) This section lists exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including CEO/CFO certifications and XBRL data files - Exhibits filed include **CEO and CFO certifications** pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Sections 302 and 906, and XBRL interactive data files[239](index=239&type=chunk)
Artivion(AORT) - 2019 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2019-05-01 02:08
CryoLife, Inc. (CRY) Q1 2019 Earnings Conference Call April 30, 2019 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Lynn Lewis – Investor Relations-Gilmartin Group LLC Pat MacKin – Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer Ashley Lee – Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Jason Mills – Canaccord Genuity Mike Matson – Needham & Company Suraj Kalia – Northland Securities Joe Munda – First Analysis Operator Greetings, and welcome to the CryoLife Fi ...