Summary of Biocardia (BCDA) FY Conference Call Company Overview - Biocardia is a late-stage development company focused on autologous stem cell therapy for ischemic heart failure and chronic myocardial ischemia, located in Sunnyvale, California [1][2][5] - The company has four clinical programs at various stages of advancement [5] Core Points and Arguments Heart Failure Program - The lead indication is heart failure, specifically the BCDA DAO one cardiac phase three trial [6] - Heart failure is described as an enormous unmet medical need, with the therapy aiming to treat microvascular dysfunction by delivering high dosages of autologous cells directly into the heart muscle [6][7] - Preclinical models have shown that the therapy can reduce fibrosis and enhance capillary density [7] - The therapy includes a selection diagnostic to screen out patients who are not appropriate for treatment [7][8] Clinical Trial Data - In March, data from the heart failure one trial was presented, showing reduced mortality and improved quality of life, despite not hitting the primary endpoint [10][11] - The trial involved 115 patients and demonstrated statistical significance in secondary endpoints, including survival and reduction in major adverse cardiac events [11][12] - A one-time dosage of cells is administered, with a two-year follow-up showing robust effects [12] Upcoming Trials and Regulatory Submissions - The FDA approved a subsequent trial (Heart Failure II) to address previous enrollment challenges, with modifications to the study design [14][15] - The new trial will focus on patients with elevated markers of heart stress and aims to double the enrollment rate [19] - Biocardia is pursuing expedited approval from Japan's PMDA for cardiac cell therapy, with a submission expected within the year [21][24] - The company is also working on FDA submissions for its delivery system, which has shown excellent safety data [25] Chronic Myocardial Ischemia Program - The CardiAmp CMI program targets chronic myocardial ischemia with refractory angina, a condition poorly met by existing therapies [26][28] - There are at least one million patients in the U.S. with this condition, and Biocardia's approach aims to be the least expensive cardiac cell therapy available [30][31] - The company is working on a manuscript for early data from the low dose cohort of the CMI trial [32] Other Important Information - Biocardia has an allogeneic platform and is exploring partnerships for both cardiac and pulmonary indications [38][40] - The partnership environment is currently challenging due to market stability concerns, but Biocardia's assets are proven and in the clinic [41] - The company is focused on advancing its lead program while also exploring opportunities in other areas [39][41]

SUNNYVALE, Calif., May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioCardia®, Inc. [NASDAQ:BCDA], a developer of cellular and cell-derived therapeutics for the treatment of cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, today announced that BioCardia’s CEO, Peter Altman, Ph.D., will participate in a fireside chat at the Alliance Global Partners Virtual Healthcare Company Showcase hosted by Jim Molloy, Managing Director, Equity Research Biotechnology & Specialty Pharmaceuticals at A.G.P., on May 21, 2025. Dr. Altman will share re ...

BioCardia (BCDA) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 14, 2025 04:30 PM ET Company Participants Miranda Peto Benvenuti - Investor RelationsPeter Altman - CEO, President & DirectorDavid McClung - Chief Financial OfficerLaura Suriel - Equity Research Associate Conference Call Participants Joseph Pantginis - MD & Senior Healthcare AnalystNone - Analyst Operator Participants of this call are advised that the audio of this conference call is being broadcast live over the Internet and is also being recorded for playback pur ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total expenses increased by $396,000 quarter over quarter to $2,700,000 in Q1 2025 compared to $2,300,000 in Q1 2024 [14] - Research and development expenses rose by $289,000 to $1,500,000 in Q1 2025 from $1,200,000 in Q1 2024, driven by costs related to the cardiac heart failure trial [15] - Net loss was $2,700,000 in Q1 2025 compared to $2,300,000 in Q1 2024 [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The CARDI Amp heart failure trial results showed safety and meaningful benefits for heart failure patients, with a focus on sharing data with regulatory agencies [5] - The CardioM Heart Failure II trial is actively enrolling patients at three clinical sites, with expectations for full enrollment over the next two years [6] - The Helix biotherapeutics delivery system is preparing for submission for approval, with potential value for therapeutic partners [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The electrophysiology market, valued at over $10 billion annually, is expanding to treat arrhythmias in the ventricles of the heart, where the company delivers cell therapies [11] - The company is focused on the Japanese market, with ongoing discussions with regulators and potential distributors for the CARDI Amp cell therapy [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to align with the FDA and Japan's PMDA to make the CARDI Amp therapy available to physicians and patients [5] - The strategy includes enhancing partnerships across all four platforms: CardiAmp, Cardiallo, Helix, and MorphDNA, to create value for shareholders [10] - The company is focused on minimizing operational costs and enhancing enrollment through partnerships and innovative delivery systems [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the approval process in Japan, anticipating a six-month timeframe for clarity on submission [30] - The company believes that its extensive clinical data will help close the valuation gap with peers in Japan [33] - Management highlighted the importance of ongoing clinical trials to develop further evidence for their therapies [38] Other Important Information - The company completed a small financing with minimal dilution to support upcoming milestones [13] - The company maintains a low burn rate, providing flexibility in funding value creation [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Discussion on business development maturity - Management emphasized the importance of established products and ongoing discussions with large strategic partners [20] Question: Importance of Japan's PMDA submission - Management confirmed that PMDA's acceptance for submission is akin to FDA's acceptance of a BLA, which is critical for market entry [28] Question: Interaction between ongoing trials and FDA submission - Management clarified that they are developing additional evidence while submitting for FDA approval, focusing on patient enrollment and trial design improvements [39]

Financial Performance - BioCardia reported a net loss of approximately $2.7 million for Q1 2025, compared to a net loss of approximately $2.3 million for Q1 2024, reflecting a 17.4% increase in losses year-over-year[9] - BioCardia's cash and cash equivalents decreased to $949,000 as of March 31, 2025, down from $2.37 million at the end of 2024[16] - Total liabilities increased to $3.23 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $2.32 million at the end of 2024, indicating a rise in financial obligations[16] Research and Development - Research and development expenses were approximately $1.5 million for Q1 2025, up from approximately $1.2 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to activities related to the CardiAMP HF Trial[9] - The CardiAMP autologous cell therapy demonstrated an average 107-second increase in exercise tolerance and an 82% average reduction in angina episodes at the six-month follow-up[2] - The two-year results from the CardiAMP HF Trial showed statistically significant improvements in survival and reduced cardiovascular events, with a p-value of 0.02 in the subset of patients with elevated NTproBNP[3] - The CardiALLO cell therapy trial completed its low dose cohort of 20 million cells with no adverse events reported, and the study is set to progress to 39 participants in the U.S.[4] Regulatory and Intellectual Property - The Helix biotherapeutic delivery system had no procedure-related deaths or complications in the recent CardiAMP HF Trial, supporting the ongoing FDA approval submission[5] - The company holds a robust intellectual property portfolio with over 60 patents and applications worldwide, including a recently granted patent in Japan[6][7] - Upcoming milestones include regulatory submissions for the CardiAMP Cell Therapy System and the Helix delivery system, anticipated within the current quarter[8]

Financial Performance - The company reported a net loss of $2.712 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to a net loss of $2.267 million for the same period in 2024, indicating an increase in losses of about 20%[17] - The accumulated deficit increased to approximately $162.8 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $160.1 million at the end of 2024[14] - The company anticipates that operating losses and negative cash flows will continue for several years, raising substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern beyond July 2025[32] Assets and Liabilities - As of March 31, 2025, total assets decreased to $2.166 billion from $3.724 billion as of December 31, 2024, representing a decline of approximately 42%[14] - Total current liabilities increased to $3.234 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $2.321 million at the end of 2024, an increase of approximately 39%[14] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $949,000 as of March 31, 2025, down from $2.371 million at the end of 2024, a reduction of about 60%[14] - As of March 31, 2025, approximately 98% of the company's cash and cash equivalents, totaling $684,000, were held by one financial institution, exceeding the FDIC insurance limit of $250,000 per customer[36] - Accrued expenses and other current liabilities increased from $1,551,000 as of December 31, 2024, to $2,018,000 as of March 31, 2025[49] Research and Development - Research and development expenses rose to $1.530 million in Q1 2025, up from $1.241 million in Q1 2024, reflecting a year-over-year increase of approximately 23%[17] - BioCardia is focused on developing cell therapy systems for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, with ongoing pivotal trials for ischemic heart failure and refractory angina[26] Capital and Financing - The company plans to raise additional capital to fund future operations, which may include debt and equity arrangements[33] - The company sold 81,274 shares under the ATM offerings for total gross proceeds of $212,000 during the three months ended March 31, 2025[55] - The gross proceeds from a private placement on April 23, 2025, amounted to $775,000, with warrants exercisable at $1.905 per share[62] Expenses - Share-based compensation expense for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $170,000, down from $204,000 in the same period of 2024[56] - The company reported a depreciation expense of $12,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to $19,000 for the same period in 2024[44] - The total operating lease liabilities as of March 31, 2025, were $850,000, with future minimum lease payments totaling $932,000[48] Market Risk - The company's exposure to market risk is currently limited to cash and cash equivalents with maturities of less than three months[113] - A hypothetical 100 basis point increase or decrease in interest rates would have an immaterial pre-tax impact on the company's results of operations as of March 31, 2025[114] - The majority of the company's revenues are derived from sales in the United States, indicating limited foreign currency exchange risk exposure[115] - The company does not currently engage in hedging to mitigate foreign currency risks but will continue to monitor and evaluate its processes[115]

Core Insights - BioCardia, Inc. reported financial results for Q1 2025, highlighting advancements in its cellular and cell-derived therapeutics for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases [1][8] Recent Business Highlights - The CardiAMP autologous cell therapy for ischemic heart failure (BCDA-01) showed a 107-second increase in exercise tolerance and an 82% reduction in angina episodes at the six-month follow-up [2] - The CardiALLO cell therapy (BCDA-03) completed a low dose cohort with no adverse events, and the independent Data Safety Monitoring Board recommended proceeding with the study [3] - The Helix biotherapeutic delivery system demonstrated safety in the CardiAMP HF Trial, with no procedure-related deaths or complications, supporting FDA approval efforts [3] Intellectual Property - BioCardia holds over 60 patents and applications globally, with a recent patent granted in Japan for a delivery catheter that enhances minimally invasive treatment options [5][6] Financial Results - Research and development expenses increased to approximately $1.5 million in Q1 2025 from $1.2 million in Q1 2024, while selling, general, and administrative expenses rose to approximately $1.2 million from $1.1 million [11] - The net loss for Q1 2025 was approximately $2.7 million, compared to $2.3 million in Q1 2024, with net cash used in operations at approximately $1.6 million [11][15] Upcoming Milestones - The company plans to submit data to the FDA and Japan PMDA regarding the CardiAMP cell therapy and Helix delivery system, with additional enrollment in the CardiAMP HF II Trial [9][11]

Core Viewpoint - BioCardia, Inc. will provide a corporate update and report its financial results for Q1 2025 on May 14, 2025, at 4:30 PM EDT, followed by a Q&A session [1]. Group 1: Corporate Update - The conference call will include management's formal remarks and a question-and-answer session [1]. - Participants can register for the conference through a provided link [2]. Group 2: Call Details - Registered participants will receive their dial-in number upon registration, with specific numbers for U.S. and international callers [3]. - The conference call will also be available via a live webcast [3]. Group 3: Replay Information - A webcast replay will be available approximately one hour after the call until May 28, 2025 [4]. - A telephonic replay can be accessed using specific numbers and an access code [4]. Group 4: Company Overview - BioCardia, Inc. is a leader in cellular and cell-derived therapeutics for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, with three cardiac clinical stage product candidates [5]. - The company utilizes its Helix™ biotherapeutic delivery and Morph vascular navigation product platforms for its therapies [5].

Core Insights - BioCardia, Inc. has initiated the Phase III CardiAMP HF II clinical trial for its autologous cell therapy aimed at treating heart failure, with the first patient enrolled at BayCare Morton Plant Hospital in Clearwater, Florida [1][2]. Company Overview - BioCardia is a leader in cellular and cell-derived therapeutics for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, with its CardiAMP and CardiALLO cell therapies in clinical development [7]. Clinical Trial Details - The CardiAMP HF II study is a 250-patient randomized multicenter trial designed to confirm the safety and efficacy of the CardiAMP autologous cell therapy in patients with ischemic heart failure and reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) [3]. - The trial aims to replicate the statistically significant composite efficacy endpoint achieved in the previous CardiAMP HF study, focusing on patients with elevated NTproBNP (p=0.02) [3]. Therapeutic Approach - CardiAMP cell therapy utilizes a patient's own bone marrow cells delivered via a minimally invasive procedure to stimulate natural healing, targeting mechanisms of microvascular dysfunction [5]. - The therapy has received FDA Breakthrough designation and is supported by the Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund, with reimbursement from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) [6]. Technological Advancements - The CardiAMP HF II trial incorporates cell population analysis for dose definition, enhancing patient eligibility, and features improvements to the Helix delivery system, including the FDA-approved Morph DNA steerable platform [4].

Core Insights - The Independent Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) has recommended that the CardiALLO-HF trial proceed as planned based on a 30-day safety assessment of participants treated with a low dosage of 20 million cells [1][2] - BioCardia, Inc. is advancing its allogeneic mesenchymal stromal/stem cell therapy, which has potential implications for funding and partnerships [3] Company Overview - BioCardia, Inc. is a leader in cellular and cell-derived therapeutics aimed at treating cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, with its headquarters in Sunnyvale, California [5] - The company has two main biotherapeutic platforms: CardiAMP® (autologous) and CardiALLO™ (allogeneic), with three clinical stage product candidates currently in development [5] Trial Details - The CardiALLO Heart Failure Trial is a Phase I/II study that includes a nine-patient dose escalation cohort followed by a thirty-patient randomized double-blinded placebo-controlled cohort [4] - The trial will evaluate three escalating doses of 20 million, 100 million, and 200 million cells, utilizing the Helix minimally invasive delivery system [4] Clinical Significance - Previous clinical results from the TRIDENT trial indicated that higher dosages of MSC reduced myocardial scar and improved left ventricular ejection fraction [3] - The CardiALLO HF trial is expected to target patients with active inflammation and aims to use at least twice the effective dosage compared to previous studies [3]