Danaher (NYSE:DHR) 2025 Conference November 18, 2025 06:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsRainer Blair - CEOConference Call ParticipantsTycho Peterson - Managing Director and Senior Equity AnalystTycho PetersonOkay. Are we good to go? I think we'll kick it off. Welcome, everybody. I'm Tycho Peterson from the Life Science Tools at Jefferies. I'm pleased to have Rainer Blair with me from Danaher. Maybe, Rainer, to kick it off, we could just start talking a little bit about 2026, coming out of 3Q, and you laid out ...

Precipio (NasdaqCM:PRPO) Q3 2025 Earnings Call November 17, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company ParticipantsIlan Danieli - CEOOperatorWelcome to the Precipio third quarter 2025 shareholder update conference call. All participants will be in listen-only mode. If you need assistance, please signal a conference specialist by pressing the star key followed by zero. Please note that the conference is being recorded. Statements made during this call contain forward-looking statements about our business. You should not place ...

Core Insights - The eighth China International Import Expo was held in Shanghai, where Abbott showcased its cutting-edge life sciences technology under the theme "Warm Technology, Healthy Future" [1][2] - Abbott presented over ten debut products, including advanced biowearable sensor technology, efficient and safe minimally invasive treatments, personalized diagnostic solutions, and high-quality medical nutrition products and pharmaceuticals [2] Group 1 - Abbott's core diagnostic business global vice president, Tan Minjie, emphasized that the expo enhanced public understanding of Abbott's advanced life sciences technology and fostered communication and collaboration with the public, industry, and institutions [2] - Abbott has been deeply rooted in China for over 30 years, continuously promoting innovative achievements that benefit a wide range of people, contributing to the high-quality development of the healthcare industry [2]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Bruker's Q3 2025 reported revenues decreased 0.5% to $860.5 million, with an organic revenue decline of 4.5% [10][20] - Non-GAAP operating margin for Q3 2025 was 12.3%, down 260 basis points year over year, but improved sequentially from 9.0% in Q2 2025 [10][22] - Diluted non-GAAP EPS for Q3 2025 was $0.45, down 25% from $0.60 in Q3 2024, but up sequentially from $0.32 in Q2 2025 [10][22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Scientific instruments organic revenue segment declined 5.4% in Q3 2025, with a mid-single digit organic growth in Kallid offset by declines in Biospin and Bruker Nano [20] - Year-to-date 2025 revenue for the Biospin Group was $612 million, down mid-single digits, while CALID Group revenue increased in the low double-digit percentage [11][12] - Bruker Nano revenue for year-to-date 2025 was $775 million, declining in the low single-digit percentage [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Organic scientific instruments orders in China increased by double-digit percentage in Q3 2025, indicating potential stimulus funding [8] - Americas revenue declined in the low single-digit percentage, while European revenue was roughly flat, and Asia-Pacific revenue declined in the mid-single-digit percentage [20] - IMEA region revenue declined by over 20% [20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on significant cost savings initiatives, targeting $100 million-$120 million for 2026, which is expected to drive margin expansion and double-digit EPS growth [9][17] - Bruker is emphasizing its transformed project Accelerate 2.0 portfolio, which includes opportunities in post-genomic drug discovery, innovative diagnostics, and automated AI labs [18][19] - The company aims to outgrow its markets by 200-300 basis points per year on average by 2027, despite current headwinds [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that Q3 2025 performance was better than expected, with improved bookings and a book-to-bill ratio above 1.0, suggesting a potential recovery in demand [5][17] - The company expects significant improvements in organic revenue performance in 2026 compared to the decline in 2025 [17][26] - Management remains cautious about the impact of the government shutdown on Q4 and its potential effects on orders and installations [32] Other Important Information - The company reported a GAAP diluted loss per share of $0.41 due to non-cash goodwill and intangibles impairment charges of $119.4 million [22] - The updated full-year 2025 revenue forecast is now in the range of $3.41 billion-$3.44 billion, reflecting an organic revenue decline of 4%-5% [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: How has the order momentum trended in Q4? - Management indicated it is too early to comment on Q4 order trends as no meaningful data is available yet [27][28] Question: What is the impact of the government shutdown on the outlook? - The effect of the government shutdown is not formally baked into the outlook, but it could delay new grants and installations if it continues [32] Question: Can the company grow revenues in 2026? - Management refrained from making assumptions about revenue growth for 2026, emphasizing the need to see Q4 bookings first [34][36] Question: What is the outlook for diagnostics and semiconductors in 2026? - Diagnostics are expected to continue performing well, while semiconductor revenue is anticipated to improve next year [48][50]

Core Viewpoint - Revvity reported a strong performance in Q3 2025, with total revenue of $699 million, reflecting a year-over-year increase. The company has raised its full-year revenue forecast to between $2.83 billion and $2.88 billion, maintaining an organic growth expectation of 2% to 4% [2][8]. Financial Performance - Q3 2025 revenue was $699 million, compared to $684 million in the same period last year, marking a growth of approximately 2.2% [4][7]. - The GAAP operating income from continuing operations for Q3 2025 was $82 million, down from $98 million in Q3 2024, resulting in an operating margin of 11.7%, down from 14.3% year-over-year [4][7]. - Adjusted earnings per share for Q3 2025 were $1.18, a decrease from $1.28 in the same quarter last year [4][7]. Segment Performance - Life Sciences segment revenue was $343 million, a slight increase of 1% from $339 million in the previous year, with organic revenue remaining flat [4][7]. - Diagnostics segment revenue reached $356 million, up 3% from $345 million year-over-year, with organic revenue growth of 2% [4][7]. Future Outlook - The company has adjusted its full-year earnings per share forecast to between $4.90 and $5.00, reflecting confidence in continued growth despite recent foreign exchange rate fluctuations [8]. - Revvity's CEO highlighted the positive impact of key innovations and strategic partnerships, indicating a strong execution capability that is expected to drive success in 2026 and beyond [4]. Shareholder Returns - The board has approved a new two-year stock repurchase program totaling $1 billion, replacing the remaining portion of the previous buyback plan announced in October 2024 [4].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved revenue of $699 million in Q3 2025, resulting in 1% organic growth, with foreign exchange (FX) providing a modest tailwind of approximately 1% [24][26] - Adjusted operating margins were reported at 26.1%, slightly above expectations but down 220 basis points year-over-year due to tariffs, FX, and lower volume leverage [24][25] - Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter was $1.18, exceeding the midpoint of guidance by $0.05 [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The signals software business grew 20% organically in the quarter, continuing to be a strong performer with an annual recurring revenue (ARR) of over 40% and a net retention rate of more than 110% [28] - The reproductive health business grew in the mid-single digits, with newborn screening growing in the high single digits [5][30] - The diagnostics segment generated $356 million in revenue, up 3% on a reported basis and 2% organically, with immunodiagnostics declining in the low single digits [29] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Americas experienced low single-digit growth, Europe saw mid-single-digit growth, while Asia declined in the mid-single digits, with China specifically declining in the low teens [27] - The diagnostics business in China faced a decline of over 20%, significantly impacting overall performance [31][90] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on capital deployment through share repurchases, having repurchased approximately 2.3 million shares in Q3, totaling 12.5 million shares since the divestiture [8][26] - The company is optimistic about future performance, anticipating organic growth in the 2% to 4% range for the year, while raising adjusted EPS guidance to $4.90 to $5.00 [9][33] - Strategic partnerships, such as those with Genomics England and Sanofi, are expected to enhance product offerings and market presence [16][17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism regarding improving customer confidence and investment levels in the industry, despite current market stability [4][9] - The company is cautious in its assumptions until sustained improvements in broader industry demand trends are observed [10][18] - Management highlighted the importance of AI in driving productivity and innovation, with several new AI-based products launched [11][12] Other Important Information - The company reported a 6% reduction in scope one and two emissions in 2024 and a 77% employee satisfaction rate [17] - The company received a AAA rating from MSCI, indicating strong performance in ESG metrics [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on 2026 growth outlook - Management indicated a prudent assumption of 2% to 3% organic growth for 2026, with signs of increasing customer activity, particularly in the pharma sector [36][39] Question: Confidence in maintaining 28% operating margin - Management expressed confidence in achieving a 28% operating margin baseline for 2026, supported by ongoing actions and cost containment initiatives [41][42] Question: Performance of reagents in Q3 - Reagents were reported to be slightly below expectations, with modest declines noted, but underlying lab activity remains strong [78][79] Question: Impact of budget flush in Q4 - A modest seasonal increase in instrument sales is expected in Q4, with some improvement in customer activity levels noted [82] Question: Future of China diagnostics - Management expects continued headwinds in China diagnostics due to DRG impacts, but anticipates a return to low single-digit growth post-anniversary in Q2 2026 [90][92]

Core Insights - Danaher (NYSE:DHR) stock is highlighted for its monopoly-like high margins available at a discounted price [1] Company Overview - Danaher provides a range of professional, medical, industrial, and commercial products across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, and Environmental solutions, including lab automation, diagnostic systems, genomics, and microscopy technologies [4] Financial Performance - Revenue growth for Danaher was 1.9% over the last twelve months (LTM) and -2.6% over the last three-year average, with expectations for growth driven by innovation in life sciences and diagnostics, as well as expansion in high-growth healthcare and biotechnology segments [6] - Recent profitability metrics include an operating cash flow margin of 25.7% and an operating margin of 18.4% LTM [6] - Long-term profitability metrics show approximately 29.9% operating cash flow margin and 21.6% operating margin over the last three-year average [6] - The stock is currently available at a price-to-sales (P/S) multiple of 6.2, representing a 29% discount compared to one year ago [6] Market Position - The market typically values companies with strong pricing power and high margins, which fosters consistent and predictable profits and cash flows, thereby reducing risk and allowing for capital reinvestment [3]

Core Viewpoint - Revvity reported a revenue of $720 million for Q2 2025, reflecting a 4% year-over-year growth, with life sciences and diagnostics contributing $366 million and $354 million respectively [1][2]. Financial Performance - The revenue for Q2 2025 was $720 million, compared to $692 million in the same period last year, marking a 4% increase [2]. - The GAAP operating income from continuing operations was $91 million, up from $86 million year-over-year, with an operating margin of 12.6% compared to 12.4% in the previous year [2][5]. - Life sciences revenue grew by 5% to $366 million from $349 million, while diagnostics revenue increased by 3% to $354 million from $343 million [2][6]. Future Outlook - Revvity raised its full-year revenue guidance for 2025 to between $2.84 billion and $2.88 billion, anticipating an organic growth rate of 2% to 4% [1][6]. - The adjusted earnings per share forecast was also increased to between $4.85 and $4.95 [6].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry is expected to benefit from the recent outbreak of Chikungunya fever, with a gradual recovery in vaccine sector performance and potential valuation adjustments due to innovation attributes [1] - The pharmacy sector is exploring new business models in the context of medical insurance reforms, with non-pharmaceutical products emerging as a potential breakthrough direction [1] - The diagnostics sector is anticipated to improve due to the digestion of pandemic-related baselines and new demand arising from the current health landscape [1] Group 2 - The medium to long-term focus is on "innovation + AI healthcare + recovery," with innovative drugs and medical devices receiving clear support from the National Healthcare Security Administration, emphasizing differentiated innovation [1] - AI healthcare is gaining attention due to the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, with focus areas including diagnostic paradigms and drug development [1] - Recovery lines include a rebound in medical equipment procurement, as well as a restoration of demand in CXO and upstream life sciences [1] Group 3 - The Guotai Innovation Drug ETF (517110) tracks the SHS Innovation Drug Index (931409), which selects listed companies involved in new drug research, production, and sales from the Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong markets to reflect the overall performance of innovative pharmaceutical companies [1] - Investors without stock accounts can consider the Guotai CSI Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation Drug Industry ETF Initiation Link C (014118) and Link A (014117) [1]

Core Viewpoint - Abbott reported strong Q2 2025 financial results with total revenue of $11.142 billion, a year-over-year increase of 7.4%, driven by robust performance in medical devices and nutrition segments [1][2]. Financial Highlights - Total revenue reached $11.142 billion, with organic growth of 6.9%, exceeding market expectations [1][2]. - Adjusted EPS for Q2 2025 was $1.26, with full-year guidance raised to $5.10 to $5.20 [3]. - The company expects sales growth of 7.5% to 8% for the full year [3]. Medical Devices Performance - Medical devices segment generated $5.67 billion in revenue, with organic growth of 13.4%, making it the strongest performing segment [4]. - Key areas of growth included structural heart and diabetes management, with notable sales in the heart rhythm management and electrophysiology sectors [5][6]. Nutrition and Diagnostics - Nutrition segment revenue was $2.212 billion, a year-over-year increase of 2.9%, driven by strong growth in adult nutrition products [10]. - Diagnostics segment revenue was $2.173 billion, a slight decline of 1% due to a significant drop in COVID-19 testing sales, but core diagnostics showed growth [8][9]. Pharmaceutical Segment - Established pharmaceuticals revenue was $1.383 billion, with organic growth of 6.9%, primarily in emerging markets [12]. Key Developments - Abbott is advancing multiple product developments in cardiovascular interventions and electrophysiology, with significant progress in clinical trials and product registrations [13][15][19]. - The company is focusing on innovative technologies in non-invasive interventions and remote chronic disease management, aligning with market trends [20]. Company Overview - Abbott operates across four major sectors: nutrition, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, with a strong emphasis on medical technology as a key growth area [21].