REHOVOT, Israel, and HOBOKEN, N.J., Sept. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kamada Ltd. (NASDAQ: KMDA; TASE: KMDA.TA), a global biopharmaceutical company with a portfolio of marketed products indicated for rare and serious conditions and a leader in the specialty plasma-derived field, today announced that Amir London, Chief Executive Officer, will participate in the 2025 Wells Fargo Healthcare Conference and the H.C. Wainwright 27th Annual Global Investment Conference. Mr. London is scheduled to present at the 2 ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for Q1 2025 were $44 million, representing a 17% increase year over year from $37.7 million in Q1 2024 [4][11] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $11.6 million, up approximately 54% from $7.5 million in Q1 2024 [4][13] - Net income increased to $4 million or $0.07 per share, a 67% rise from $2.4 million or $0.04 per share in Q1 2024 [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Growth was primarily driven by increased sales of Glacia and Kamrab in ex-U.S. markets, as well as Varezig sales and Glacier royalties income [5][11] - Gross profit for Q1 2025 was $20.7 million with a gross margin of 47%, compared to $16.7 million and 44% in Q1 2024 [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company expanded its plasma collection operation with a new center in San Antonio, Texas, which is expected to contribute annual revenues of $8 million to $10 million [9][10] - The company is active in over 35 countries, enhancing its global market presence [19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on a four-pillar growth strategy: organic commercial growth, business development and M&A, plasma collection operations, and advancing the Phase III inhaled Alpha-one program [6][40] - The company plans to launch two additional biosimilars later this year, with expectations of generating $15 million to $20 million in annual sales from this portfolio within the next five years [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about continued profitable growth throughout 2025, reiterating annual revenue guidance of $178 million to $182 million and adjusted EBITDA of $38 million to $42 million [5][6] - Management noted that the initiation of a comprehensive post-marketing research program for Cytogam aims to demonstrate its advantages in CMV disease management [7][8] Other Important Information - The company is currently at around 55% enrollment for the pivotal Phase III INNO2VATE clinical trial for inhaled alpha-one antitrypsin therapy [26] - The company maintains a strong cash position to fund new business development initiatives [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Growth contributors for Cytogam - Management clarified that while Cytogam is a growth contributor, the significant growth this quarter came from other products, emphasizing the strength and diversity of their portfolio [16][18] Question: Impact of tariffs on global business - Management indicated that there should be no direct impact on sales from current tariff discussions, but they will continue to monitor the situation [22][24] Question: Timing of Cytogam post-marketing study completion - Management stated that the comprehensive program consists of multiple studies with varying timelines, some results expected as early as late 2025 and others extending to 2028 [30] Question: Impact of NIH spending cutbacks - Management does not anticipate any impact on the business from NIH spending cutbacks due to the unique nature of their products [31][32] Question: Tax rate changes - Management explained that the increase in tax rate is due to changes in fair tax liability, with no cash effect, and they expect to start paying taxes by the end of 2025 or early 2026 [33][34]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for 2024 was $161 million, a 13% increase from $143 million in 2023, meeting the top end of guidance [8][22] - Adjusted EBITDA reached a record $34.1 million, representing a 42% year-over-year growth from $24.1 million in 2023 [8][27] - Net income for 2024 was $14.5 million, or $0.25 per diluted share, up 75% from $8.3 million, or $0.15 per diluted share, in 2023 [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - KEDRAB sales contributed $50 million in total sales during 2024, with a minimum commitment of $135 million from Kedrion for the remaining three years [23][49] - CYTOGAM sales were $23 million, a 31% increase compared to 2023 [24] - Gross profit for 2024 was $70 million with a gross margin of 43%, up from $55.5 million and 39% in 2023 [24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company expanded its presence in the MENA region and won a three-year contract for KAMRAB and VARIZIG in Latin America, expected to generate approximately $25 million in revenue [14][15] - The company launched its first biosimilar product in Israel in 2024 and plans to launch two additional biosimilars in 2025 [15][16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The growth strategy focuses on organic growth, business development and M&A, expansion of plasma collection operations, and advancing the inhaled AAT product [12] - The company aims to continue delivering double-digit profitable growth in 2025, forecasting annual revenues of $178 million to $182 million [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's business prospects, citing strong financial results and a favorable outlook for 2025 [10] - The company is well-positioned with ample liquidity to execute on growth strategies and M&A activities [9][54] Other Important Information - A special cash dividend of $0.20 per share was declared, reflecting confidence in the company's financial health and commitment to shareholder value [9][54] - The company opened a second plasma collection center in Houston and plans to open a third center in San Antonio, expected to contribute $8 million to $10 million in annual revenues each [18][64] Q&A Session Summary Question: Inquiry about the futility analysis for the inhaled AAT program - Management confirmed that the futility analysis will be blinded and conducted by an external group, focusing on conditional efficacy data [34][35] Question: Additional growth drivers for KEDRAB and CYTOGAM - Management indicated that KEDRAB's growth is driven by international expansion, while CYTOGAM will see advancements in clinical work and presentations at medical conferences [46][52] Question: Reason for declaring a special dividend - The decision was based on strong financial results and a solid cash position, allowing the company to pay dividends while pursuing business development activities [54][55] Question: Details on the third plasma collection center - The San Antonio center is expected to reach peak revenue in 24 to 30 months, collecting both specialty and normal source plasma [63][64] Question: Impact of in-house plasma collection on gross margins - Management noted that using in-house collected plasma will improve cost efficiencies, but it will take time to replace purchased plasma with collected plasma [82][83]