Co-Diagnostics, Inc. Reports Full Year 2024 Financial Results

Core Viewpoint - Co-Diagnostics, Inc. reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024, highlighting a decline in revenue and ongoing development efforts for its diagnostic tests [1][2]. Financial Results - Total revenue for 2024 was $3.9 million, down from $6.8 million in 2023, primarily due to a decrease in grant revenue [7]. - Product revenue was $0.8 million, while grant revenue totaled $3.1 million [7]. - Operating expenses decreased by 5.2% to $43.0 million from $45.3 million in the prior year [7]. - The operating loss was $40.1 million, an improvement from a loss of $42.7 million in 2023 [7]. - The net loss for 2024 was $37.6 million, compared to a net loss of $35.3 million in 2023, resulting in a loss of $1.24 per fully diluted share [7][14]. - Adjusted EBITDA loss was $33.5 million for 2024 [7][16]. Business Highlights - The company withdrew its 510(k) application for the Co-Dx PCR Pro and Co-Dx PCR COVID-19 test from the FDA to gather updated clinical data for a new submission [4]. - Progress was made on the tuberculosis test, with clinical evaluations anticipated for this indication, as well as for HPV multiplex and upper respiratory multiplex tests later in 2025 [4]. - The company inaugurated a new oligonucleotide synthesis facility in India and a manufacturing facility in South Salt Lake [7]. - Co-Diagnostics attended several trade shows and expos throughout 2024, enhancing its visibility in the diagnostics market [7]. Balance Sheet Overview - As of December 31, 2024, cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities totaled $29.7 million, a decrease from $58.5 million in 2023 [7][12]. - Total assets were $64.0 million, down from $95.3 million in the previous year [12]. - Total liabilities increased slightly to $9.7 million from $9.3 million in 2023 [12]. Operational Strategy - The company is focused on achieving operational efficiencies to offset development costs as it advances its diagnostic test pipeline [4]. - Management expressed confidence in the potential of its platform and the company's ability to positively impact global health [4].