Theravance's Q1 Loss Wider Than Expected, Revenues Rise Y/Y

Core Viewpoint - Theravance Biopharma reported a wider-than-expected adjusted net loss for Q1 2025, indicating ongoing financial challenges despite a year-over-year revenue increase driven by collaboration revenues from Viatris [1][2]. Financial Performance - The adjusted net loss for Q1 2025 was 17 cents per share, compared to a loss of 11 cents estimated by Zacks Consensus, and a loss of 9 cents in the same quarter last year [1]. - Total revenues for the first quarter were $15.4 million, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $16 million, but representing a 6.2% increase year-over-year due to higher collaboration revenues from Viatris [2]. - The reported loss, including share-based compensation and other expenses, was 27 cents per share, compared to a loss of 24 cents in the prior year [2]. Collaboration and Revenue Sources - Revenues were entirely derived from Viatris' collaboration related to Yupelri (revefenacin) sales, which is used for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease treatment [4]. - Viatris recorded $58.3 million in U.S. net sales of Yupelri for Q1 2025, reflecting a 6% year-over-year increase [6]. - Theravance receives 35% of the profits from Yupelri sales, while Viatris retains 65% [5]. Expenses and Financial Guidance - Research and development expenses (excluding share-based compensation) were $10.4 million, up 40.5% from the previous year, while selling, general, and administrative expenses increased by 13.2% to $14.6 million [10]. - Theravance reaffirmed its financial guidance for 2025, expecting adjusted R&D expenses between $32 million and $38 million, and SG&A expenses between $50 million and $60 million [11]. Pipeline Developments - Theravance is developing ampreloxetine, a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor for treating symptomatic neurogenic orthostatic hypotension in patients with multiple system atrophy [12]. - The phase III CYPRESS study for ampreloxetine is expected to complete patient enrollment by late summer, with top-line data anticipated six months post-enrollment [13].