Alvotech Reports Results for the First Quarter of 2025 and Provides Business Update

Core Insights - Alvotech reported strong financial results for Q1 2025, with significant increases in product revenue and adjusted EBITDA, indicating robust growth and operational efficiency [2][7][17]. Financial Performance - Total revenues for Q1 2025 reached $132.8 million, a 260% increase from $36.9 million in Q1 2024 [7]. - Product revenue was $109.9 million, representing a 786% increase compared to $12.4 million in the same period last year [7]. - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $20.5 million, a significant recovery from a negative $38.4 million in Q1 2024 [7]. - The company had cash and cash equivalents of $39.5 million as of March 31, 2025, with total borrowings of $1,096.7 million [6]. Business Developments - Alvotech launched SELARSDI™, a biosimilar to Stelara®, in the U.S., and received interchangeability status effective April 30, 2025 [3]. - The company announced the acceptance of U.S. Biologics License Applications (BLAs) for AVT05 and AVT06, proposed biosimilars to Simponi® and Eylea®, respectively [3]. - Alvotech acquired Xbrane's R&D operations in Sweden and all rights to a biosimilar candidate referencing Cimzia® [5]. Pipeline Expansion - The company is focused on launching four new biosimilars as key near-term priorities and is expanding its development pipeline [2]. - Alvotech's acquisition of Xbrane is expected to enhance its R&D capabilities and strengthen its position in the biosimilar market [2]. Cost Management - Cost of product revenue increased to $65.4 million in Q1 2025 from $20.0 million in Q1 2024, driven by higher sales [10]. - Research and development expenses decreased to $38.2 million in Q1 2025 from $49.9 million in Q1 2024, reflecting a shift towards commercialization [11]. Profitability - Operating profit for Q1 2025 was $10.6 million, a turnaround from an operating loss of $48.4 million in the same period last year [13]. - Reported net profit was $109.7 million, or $0.39 per share, compared to a net loss of $218.7 million, or ($0.89) per share, in Q1 2024 [17].