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HIMS & HERS HEALTH （HIMS.US） Q2 受 GLP-1 影响收入环比下降，扩展新领域和全球化 ➢25 年 Q2 收入同比+73%： 25 年 Q2 收入同比+73%至 5.45 亿美元（环比- 7%）。Q2 收入中 GLP-1 收入约为 2 亿美元，非 GLP-1 收入增长约 16%。主要由 于减重以外专科业务的增长，公司毛利率同比下降 4.9 个百分点至 76.4%（环 比+2.9 个百分点）。由于规模经济效应，公司销售、运营、研发和管理费率 同比下降了 5.9、0.9、-1.0 和 0.5 个百分点至 40.0%、12.2%、6.9%和 12.3%，研发费率的上升反映了公司在技术人才方面的投资增加。净利润 4251 万美元，净利率同比增长 3.6 个百分点至 7.8%。调整后 EBITDA 8224 万美 元，调整后 EBITDA 率同比上升 2.6 个百分点至 15.1%。公司预计 Q3 收入为 5.7-5.9 亿美元，调整后 EBITDA 为 6-7 千万美元。2025 年维持营收预期为 23 至 24 亿美元，调整后 EBITDA 维持预期 2.95 亿 至 3.35 亿美元 ...

Core Viewpoint - The appointment of Linda Yaccarino as CEO of eMed Population Health marks a strategic move in the growing GLP-1 weight loss drug market, emphasizing the importance of vision in a competitive landscape [2][5]. Group 1: Company Overview - eMed Population Health is a telehealth startup focused on managing the use of GLP-1 drugs, which are used for obesity and diabetes treatment, founded in 2020 [4]. - The company aims to reduce the cost of weight loss programs by up to 50% and provide on-demand medical services without prior appointments [6]. Group 2: Leadership and Experience - Linda Yaccarino has a strong background in digital marketing and advertising, having modernized global advertising at NBCUniversal and restored advertiser trust during her tenure at X [4][5]. - Despite lacking direct experience in the healthcare sector, her skills in brand collaboration and digital revenue growth are seen as valuable assets for eMed [2][5]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The GLP-1 weight loss market is experiencing rapid growth, with multiple telehealth platforms competing for market share, reflecting a broader trend of integration between pharmaceuticals and digital healthcare [5]. - As demand and competition rise, the sector is facing increased scrutiny regarding safety, marketing, and regulatory compliance [5].

Core Viewpoint - Hims & Hers Health (HIMS.US) is a telehealth platform that provides personalized medical services online, with revenue primarily from telehealth consultations and the sale of prescription medications and proprietary health products [1][2]. Revenue Sources - The company generates revenue through remote medical consultations and personalized treatments, utilizing AI to enhance user experience and treatment accuracy [1]. - Hims & Hers sells both generic and branded medications, expanding its product line to include weight loss drugs and mental health treatments [1][2]. Financial Performance - In Q2, the company reported revenue of $544.8 million, below the market expectation of $551.7 million, with a year-over-year growth of 73% but a quarter-over-quarter decline of 7% [3]. - Adjusted EBITDA reached $82.2 million, doubling from the previous year, while the adjusted EPS was $0.17, slightly above the expected $0.15 [3]. - The company experienced a cash outflow of $19.1 million in Q2, contrasting with a cash inflow of $53.6 million in the same period last year [3]. User Metrics - As of Q2, the subscription user base was 2.439 million, reflecting a year-over-year growth rate of 31%, the slowest recorded [3][4]. - Monthly online revenue per subscriber increased from $55 to $84, but saw a quarter-over-quarter decline to $74, marking the first decrease in nearly a year [4]. Market Challenges - The online weight loss business generated approximately $190 million in Q2, down about $40 million from the previous quarter, primarily due to stricter FDA regulations on personalized compounded medications [7]. - The company faced challenges following the termination of its partnership with Novo Nordisk, which significantly impacted its market value and raised concerns about its business model [11]. Future Guidance - For Q3, the company expects revenue between $570 million and $590 million, slightly below the market consensus of $584 million, with projected EBITDA of $60 million to $70 million [8]. - Despite the challenges, Hims & Hers maintains its annual revenue guidance of $2.3 billion to $2.4 billion, with an adjusted EBITDA forecast of $295 million to $335 million [8]. Regulatory Environment - The FDA resolved the shortage of semaglutide, impacting the business model that relied on compounded versions of the drug, leading to a significant drop in stock price [10]. - The company anticipates a decline in average monthly online revenue per user in the short term, with expectations of stabilization in the long term [10]. Strategic Adjustments - Hims plans to promote non-injection weight loss solutions and introduce generic versions of liraglutide, targeting a price range of $200 to $300 per month [12]. - The company is also exploring new growth areas, including hormone health and laboratory testing, to diversify its revenue streams [12]. Valuation Metrics - As of August 6, HIMS had a market capitalization of $12.55 billion, with a price-to-sales ratio of 6.18x, indicating a high valuation compared to peers in the telehealth sector [14]. - Analysts have expressed concerns about the company's future growth potential, with some maintaining a sell rating and a target price significantly below the current stock price [13].

Group 1: Palantir's Performance - Palantir's Q2 revenue surpassed $1 billion for the first time, marking a 48% year-over-year growth, with a net profit of $327 million [2] - The company raised its full-year revenue guidance to between $4.142 billion and $4.150 billion, significantly exceeding previous expectations [2] - Palantir's growth is attributed to the dual benefits of AI and government contracts, with its AI tools being integral to U.S. military operations [2] Group 2: Tesla's Legal Challenges - Tesla faces a collective lawsuit from shareholders due to a Robotaxi testing incident that resulted in a 6.1% stock price drop over two days [5] - The lawsuit accuses Tesla and Elon Musk of exaggerating the effectiveness of their autonomous driving technology [5] - The incident highlights three major issues with Tesla's autonomous driving technology: inadequate handling of complex road conditions, regulatory compliance concerns, and weak public trust [5] Group 3: Cryptocurrency Market Developments - Coinbase announced a $2 billion convertible bond issuance to repurchase stock or pay down debt, but reported Q2 revenue of $1.5 billion, which was below expectations, leading to a 19.65% stock price drop [6] - In contrast, XBIT decentralized exchange is gaining traction with its "trustless" architecture, offering advantages such as cross-chain swaps and low fees [6][7] - XBIT's features include zero slippage for cross-chain exchanges, smart routing for optimal liquidity, and staking options that provide an 18% annual yield [7][8] Group 4: XBIT's Market Position - XBIT's decentralized platform is positioned as a resilient option amid regulatory pressures, as it does not require KYC or account restrictions, making it a safe haven for investors [9][12] - The platform's architecture allows users to navigate multiple blockchain ecosystems seamlessly, akin to messaging on social media [12] - XBIT is seen as a competitive "trading engine" in the evolving landscape of traditional finance and digital assets, especially as the demand for decentralized solutions grows [12]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated revenue grew 23% year over year to $62.2 million [17] - Telehealth revenue increased 30% to $48.6 million [17] - Adjusted EBITDA totaled $7.1 million, up from $2.2 million in the prior year [18] - GAAP net loss attributable to common stockholders was $2.9 million, compared to a loss of $7.7 million in the previous year [18] - Gross margin for the second quarter was 88%, a decline of 210 basis points year over year [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Telehealth business saw a 30% increase in revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth of 560% [4] - Weight management program continued to attract over 400 new patient sign-ups per day [6] - Work Simply generated nearly $3.7 million in adjusted EBITDA on a standalone basis, growing 119% [17] - Active telehealth subscribers increased 16% year over year to over 297,000 [17] - Active subscribers for Work Simply contracted by 6% to 149,000 [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is contracted with over 100 insurance plans across 40 states, covering just under 80 million lives [26] - The weight management segment has been impacted by a higher than anticipated refund rate due to patients lacking insurance coverage [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Focus on expanding the weight management program and enhancing patient experience [5] - Plans to return the RexMD brand to double-digit growth by scaling various treatment programs [5] - Expansion into behavioral health and women's health programs to address large underserved markets [5][11] - Investment in LifeMD plus membership service to drive deeper patient engagement and retention [6][14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term growth potential of RexMD despite recent challenges [21] - The company is optimistic about scaling its behavioral health offering and women's health program in the upcoming quarters [11][52] - Management highlighted the importance of integrating AI to improve operational efficiency and patient care [14] Other Important Information - The company fully repaid its senior venture debt, saving approximately $1.1 million in future interest payments [19] - Revised consolidated 2025 revenue guidance to $250 million to $255 million from $268 million to $275 million previously [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you speak more about the insurance opportunity? - The company is contracted with over 100 insurance plans across 40 states, covering nearly 80 million lives, with expectations to double this by year-end [26] Question: Any comments on your relationships with Novo and Lilly? - Integrations with Lilly Direct and NovoCare are in place, with a growing number of patients accessing self-pay branded therapies [30] Question: Can you provide more color on REX customer acquisition costs? - Customer acquisition costs increased by 15% to 25% sequentially during the quarter, leading to a pullback in volume [34] Question: What drove the higher refund rates in the quarter? - Higher refund rates were primarily due to patients lacking insurance coverage for expensive branded therapies [58] Question: What percentage of patients with insurance for GLP-1s are being approved for coverage? - The company expects that by year-end, approximately 75% of new patients will be on an insurance-covered GLP-1 medication or a self-pay product [48] Question: How is the initial launch of your Medicare fee-for-service initiatives progressing? - The company is on track to expand to 49 states by year-end, with scaling expected in the back half of the year [52]

Core Insights - Teladoc reported revenue of $631.9 million for the quarter ended June 2025, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 1.6% and an EPS of -$0.19, an improvement from -$0.28 a year ago [1] - The revenue exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $620.91 million by 1.77%, while the EPS surprised by 29.63% against the consensus estimate of -$0.27 [1] Financial Performance Metrics - U.S. Integrated Care Members reached 102.4 million, slightly above the estimated 102.12 million [4] - Average Revenue Per U.S. Integrated Care Member was $1.27, surpassing the estimated $1.25 [4] - BetterHelp Paying Users totaled 0.39 million, exceeding the average estimate of 0.38 million [4] - Chronic Care Program Enrollment matched the average estimate of 1.12 million [4] Revenue by Segment - BetterHelp generated $240.39 million in revenue, compared to the estimated $236.78 million, marking a year-over-year decline of 9.3% [4] - Integrated Care revenue was $391.51 million, exceeding the estimated $382.52 million, with a year-over-year increase of 3.7% [4] - BetterHelp's Therapy Services revenue was $235.4 million, above the average estimate of $232.77 million, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 9.1% [4] - BetterHelp's Other Wellness Services revenue was $4.99 million, below the average estimate of $5.75 million, showing a year-over-year decline of 16.2% [4] Revenue by Type - Access fees generated $523.7 million, below the average estimate of $535.21 million, representing a year-over-year decline of 6.4% [4] - Other revenue reached $108.2 million, exceeding the average estimate of $87 million, with a year-over-year increase of 30.7% [4] Adjusted EBITDA - BetterHelp's Adjusted EBITDA was $11.86 million, surpassing the average estimate of $9.58 million [4] - Integrated Care's Adjusted EBITDA was $57.45 million, exceeding the average estimate of $52.92 million [4]

Core Viewpoint - The 996 work culture, characterized by working six days a week from 9 AM to 9 PM, is increasingly being adopted by startups in the AI sector in the West, despite its controversial reputation as a form of modern slavery [1][3][15]. Group 1: Adoption of 996 Work Culture - The number of U.S. startups explicitly requiring employees to adhere to the 996 work schedule has at least doubled in the past year, particularly in fast-evolving fields like AI and enterprise software [3][9]. - This shift contrasts sharply with the pre-pandemic focus on work-life balance and combating burnout, as companies now prioritize speed and high-intensity work [3][4]. Group 2: Case Studies of Startups - Rilla, an AI startup, achieved revenue growth from $0 to $40 million in three and a half years, with a net revenue retention rate exceeding 170%, by maintaining a work culture where employees often work over 70 hours a week [6][7]. - Rilla's hiring practices openly state the expectation of long hours, warning potential candidates that those who prioritize work-life balance need not apply [8][9]. Group 3: Perspectives from Founders and Investors - Founders like Amrita Bhasin of Sotira acknowledge the necessity of high-intensity work for startup founders but argue that imposing such demands on all employees is neither fair nor sustainable [9][10]. - Ritchie Cartwright of Fella & Delilah is experimenting with a "tiered approach" to work intensity, offering significant compensation increases for those willing to adopt a 996 schedule, indicating a trend towards incentivizing high-intensity work rather than mandating it [10][14]. Group 4: Cultural and Legal Implications - The debate around 996 has intensified, with some investors suggesting that even more extreme work schedules may be necessary to achieve significant business growth, highlighting a cultural divide between American and European attitudes towards work [15][16]. - Legal risks are emerging as many startups adopting 996 fail to properly classify employees under U.S. labor laws, potentially exposing themselves to significant liabilities [16]. Group 5: Public Reactions and Criticism - Public sentiment reflects skepticism towards the 996 culture, with many arguing that productivity should not be equated with long hours, and that smarter work practices can yield better results [18][20]. - European entrepreneurs express strong resistance to the 996 model, emphasizing that successful companies thrive on sustainable innovation rather than excessive work hours [19][20].

Market Overview - US stock indices experienced a rise, with the Dow Jones up 0.94%, Nasdaq up 0.97%, and S&P 500 up 0.8% [1] - The VIX index decreased by 1.01% to 16.59, indicating reduced market volatility [1] - The US dollar index fell by 0.41% to 97.3, while the yield on the 10-year Treasury bond dropped by 1.142% to 4.243% [1] - Spot gold decreased by 0.13% to $3327.6 per ounce, and Brent crude oil rose by 0.42% to $66.68 [1] Industry & Stocks - Most major sectors in the S&P 500 saw gains, with energy up 1.43%, communications up 1.16%, and technology up 0.78% [1] - Chinese concept stocks showed mixed results, with TSMC up 0.57% and Pinduoduo down 1.3% [1] Technology Sector - Major tech stocks mostly rose, with Nvidia up 0.46%, Microsoft up 1.05%, and Amazon up 2.42% [2] - Coinbase (COIN) surged by 5.54%, while Robinhood (HOOD) increased by 2.14% [2] Company News - Nike's Q4 revenue reached $11.1 billion, exceeding analyst expectations of $10.72 billion, leading to a post-market surge of over 10% [5] - AeroVironment reported a 40% year-over-year revenue increase to $27.51 million, surpassing market expectations, and is expected to benefit from NATO's increased defense spending [6] - Core Scientific is in talks for acquisition by CoreWeave, with CoreWeave's stock rising by 33.01% [3] Regulatory Developments - The FHFA announced plans to allow cryptocurrencies as collateral for mortgage applications, marking a significant shift in asset evaluation standards [4]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The meeting confirmed the presence of approximately 77.28% of the voting power from shareholders, indicating strong shareholder engagement [4] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - No specific business line data or key metrics were discussed in the meeting Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - No specific market data or key metrics were discussed in the meeting Company Strategy and Development Direction and Industry Competition - The company is focused on maintaining a robust investor relations program and providing high levels of accessibility to shareholders [3] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management did not provide specific comments on the operating environment or future outlook during the meeting Other Important Information - The meeting included the election of directors and the ratification of the independent public accounting firm for the fiscal year 2025 [8][10] - The compensation for named executive officers was also discussed, with recommendations for approval [11][12] Q&A Session All Questions and Answers - No Q&A session was conducted during the meeting