Company Performance - Simulations Plus, Inc. reported third-quarter fiscal 2025 adjusted earnings of 45 cents per share, a 66.7% increase year over year, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 26 cents per share [1] - Quarterly revenues increased by 10% year over year to $20.4 million, driven by growth in software and services, along with a $2.4 million contribution from the Pro-ficiency acquisition [2] - Organic revenue fell by 4%, primarily due to reduced QSP/QST software sales and a decline in biosimulation services revenue [3] Strategic Developments - The company underwent a strategic reorganization, transitioning to a functionally-driven operating model to streamline operations and focus on high-growth areas [4] - Simulations Plus announced a $1 million investment in Nurocor, a cloud-based software company, as part of its Corporate Development Initiative targeting early-stage technology companies [5] Market Outlook - The clinical trial technology and services sector was estimated at $25.7 billion in 2024, with a projected CAGR of 15.5% from 2025 to 2030, driven by the adoption of digital health technologies [6] - Despite macroeconomic challenges, the company is committed to innovation, focusing on integrating AI-driven capabilities across its product lines [7] Financial Details - The gross margin for the quarter was 64%, down from 71.5% in the prior-year quarter, attributed to a $2 million rise in cost of revenues [16] - Total operating expenses increased by 667% to $87.3 million due to a one-time non-cash impairment charge of $77.2 million [17] - Cash and short-term investments as of May 31, 2025, were $28.5 million, up from $21.5 million as of February 28, 2024 [18] Guidance Revision - The company revised its fiscal 2025 revenue guidance to between $76 million and $80 million, down from the previous estimate of $90-$93 million [21] - Adjusted earnings per share are now expected to be in the range of 93 cents to $1.06, a decrease from the earlier projection of $1.07 to $1.20 [22]