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Valneva(VALN) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-20 15:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues reached EUR 127 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, representing a growth of almost 9% compared to EUR 112.5 million in the same period of 2024 [4][16] - Product sales increased to EUR 119.4 million, up 6.2% from EUR 112 million in the first nine months of 2024 [14] - Operating loss reported at EUR 53.9 million compared to an operating profit of EUR 34.2 million in the prior year, primarily due to the sale of a priority review voucher in the previous year [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - IXIARO sales reached EUR 74.3 million, increasing 12.5% year-over-year, driven by sales to the U.S. Department of Defense and increased sales in some European countries [14] - Ducoral sales decreased from EUR 22.3 million to EUR 21.5 million, impacted by foreign currency fluctuations and lower sales during the transition to a new distributor in Germany [14][15] - Exchange sales significantly increased to EUR 7.6 million from EUR 1.8 million, including the supply of doses to combat a chikungunya outbreak [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is focusing on expanding into low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and new territories for IXIARO, leveraging its differentiated product profile [20][21] - The Lyme disease vaccine, VLA15, is expected to be a major growth driver, with regulatory submissions anticipated in 2026 and a potential launch in autumn 2027 [20][31] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to achieve sustainable profitability post-approval and commercialization of the Lyme disease vaccine, which is seen as a significant growth catalyst [20][21] - Valneva is actively identifying new opportunities for its R&D pipeline, aiming to build a coherent strategy for future vaccine candidates [22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the upcoming Lyme disease vaccine data, which is expected to be a pivotal moment for the company [20][37] - The company is focused on reducing cash burn and ensuring sufficient runway to reach key inflection points, with cash at September 30 reported at EUR 143.5 million [18][19] Other Important Information - The company successfully completed debt refinancing, enhancing financial flexibility [5] - Research and development expenses increased to EUR 59.7 million, partly due to costs related to the Shigella vaccine candidate [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Timeline for FDA response regarding exchange - Management indicated there is no predefined process for the FDA response and hopes for a collaborative interaction [24][25] Question: Impact of currency and distributor shift on Ducoral sales - Management noted that the transition to a new distributor in Germany caused a technical delay in purchases, but growth for Ducoral is expected to continue [25][26] Question: Timing for Lyme phase 3 readout - Management stated that Pfizer controls the process and is taking steps to ensure an early readout, with no major delays anticipated [27][28] Question: Remedies proposed to FDA for exchange BLA suspension - The response to the FDA focused on medical evidence and positive risk-benefit ratios, with ongoing pharmacovigilance reviews [29] Question: Launch timeline for VLA15 - Management confirmed that timelines communicated by Pfizer support a launch in the autumn of 2027, contingent on regulatory submissions next year [30][31] Question: Funding considerations for Zika vaccine candidate - Management highlighted uncertainty around funding and regulatory pathways, indicating that substantial funding would be necessary to proceed with development [33][36]
Valneva(VALN) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-11-20 14:00
Financial Performance - Total revenues for the first nine months of 2025 reached €127.0 million, an 8.9% increase compared to the same period in 2024, despite headwinds and reduced third-party sales [11] - Product sales amounted to €119.4 million, a 6.2% increase from €112.5 million in the first nine months of 2024 [51] - IXCHIQ® sales saw significant growth, reaching €7.6 million, a 330% increase compared to €1.8 million in the same period of 2024 [51] - The company experienced a significant reduction in operating cash burn, with €28.4 million compared to €76.7 million in the first nine months of 2024 [11] - Valneva anticipates product sales between €155 million and €170 million for 2025 [59] Product & Pipeline Updates - IXIARO®/JESPECT® sales increased by 12.5%, reaching €74.3 million compared to €66.0 million in the first nine months of 2024 [51] - DUKORAL® sales decreased slightly by 3.4%, with sales of €21.5 million compared to €22.3 million in the first nine months of 2024 [51] - Valneva completed all vaccinations in the VALOR Phase 3 study for VLA15 (Lyme disease vaccine) and expects efficacy read-out in H1 2026 [16, 27] - The global market for Shigella vaccine is expected to exceed $500 million annually [48] Strategic Initiatives - Valneva successfully refinanced its debt, enhancing financial flexibility to Q4 2030 [11] - The company secured a new $32.8 million IXIARO® contract with the U.S Department of Defense [16] - Valneva responded to the French government's call for IXCHIQ® to combat chikungunya outbreaks in La Réunion and Mayotte [16]
Valneva Reports Nine-Month 2025 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Updates
Globenewswire· 2025-11-20 06:00
Core Insights - Valneva SE reported consolidated financial results for the first nine months of 2025, showing total revenues of €127.0 million, an increase of 8.9% compared to €116.6 million in the same period of 2024 [2][10][17] - The company experienced a net loss of €65.2 million in the first nine months of 2025, contrasting with a net profit of €24.7 million in the same period of 2024, primarily due to the absence of one-time proceeds from the sale of a Priority Review Voucher [2][28] - Valneva's financial position was strengthened through successful debt refinancing, which improved financial terms and reduced operating cash burn [2][10] Financial Performance - Total revenues for the first nine months of 2025 were €127.0 million, up from €116.6 million in 2024, driven by product sales of €119.4 million, which increased by 6.2% from €112.5 million [2][18] - Adjusted EBITDA loss was €37.7 million in the first nine months of 2025, compared to a profit of €48.6 million in the same period of 2024, influenced by the previous year's one-time sale of the Priority Review Voucher [27][28] - Cash and cash equivalents stood at €143.5 million as of September 30, 2025, down from €168.3 million at the end of 2024 [32] Product Sales and Portfolio - Valneva's commercial portfolio includes three travel vaccines: IXIARO/JESPECT, DUKORAL, and IXCHIQ, with IXIARO/JESPECT sales increasing by 12.5% to €74.3 million in the first nine months of 2025 [3][6] - DUKORAL sales decreased slightly to €21.5 million, impacted by currency fluctuations and a transition in distribution to CSL Seqirus [7][20] - IXCHIQ sales rose significantly to €7.6 million, aided by supply for a chikungunya outbreak, although U.S. license suspension affected traveler segment sales [8][9] Research and Development - Valneva is advancing its Lyme disease vaccine candidate, VLA15, with the Phase 3 VALOR study on track, and results expected in the first half of 2026 [11][12] - The company is also developing a tetravalent Shigella vaccine candidate, S4V2, which has received Fast Track designation from the FDA, indicating its potential to address unmet medical needs [13][14] - Positive Phase 1 results were reported for the Zika vaccine candidate, VLA1601, although further development will depend on securing funding [15][16] Cost Management - Operating expenses were managed effectively, with research and development expenses increasing to €59.7 million, primarily due to costs associated with the Shigella vaccine candidate [22] - Marketing and distribution expenses decreased to €28.6 million, reflecting reduced advertising and promotional spending [23] - General and administrative expenses were reduced to €29.5 million, attributed to lower recruitment and insurance costs [24]
Valneva(VALN) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-08-12 13:00
Financial Performance - H1 2025 - Total revenues reached €97.6 million, representing a 38% year-over-year growth[10] - Product sales amounted to €91 million, driven by IXIARO®/JESPECT®, DUKORAL®, and IXCHIQ®[62] - IXCHIQ® sales showed significant growth, increasing by 688% to €7.5 million[62] - The company experienced a significant reduction in operating cash burn, targeting a 50% reduction compared to 2024[10] - Adjusted EBITDA was a loss of €6.0 million[64] Product Performance - H1 2025 - IXIARO®/JESPECT® sales increased by 30.6% to €54.7 million[62] - DUKORAL® sales increased by 16.4% to €17.4 million, including €1.1 million from doses supplied to Mayotte[62, 63] - Third-party product sales increased by 8.8% to €11.4 million[62] Financial Outlook - 2025 - The company projects product sales between €170 million and €180 million[70] - Total revenues are expected to be in the range of €180 million to €190 million[70] - R&D expenses are projected to be between €90 million and €100 million, partially offset by grant funding and R&D tax credits[70]
Valneva Reports Half Year 2025 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Updates
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-08-12 05:00
Core Viewpoint - Valneva SE reported strong financial results for the first half of 2025, with total revenues of €97.6 million, a 37.8% increase compared to the same period in 2024, while confirming its financial guidance for the year [5][6][28]. Financial Performance - Total revenues reached €97.6 million in H1 2025, up from €70.8 million in H1 2024, marking a 37.8% increase [6][28]. - Product sales amounted to €91.0 million, a 33.3% increase from €68.3 million in H1 2024 [6][10]. - The company reported a net loss of €20.8 million in H1 2025, compared to a net profit of €34.0 million in H1 2024, which included a one-time gain from the sale of a Priority Review Voucher [6][38]. - Cash and cash equivalents stood at €161.3 million as of June 30, 2025, slightly down from €168.3 million at the end of 2024 [43]. R&D and Regulatory Updates - Valneva is focused on the Phase 3 data readout for its Lyme disease vaccine candidate, VLA15, which is in collaboration with Pfizer [3][19]. - The company has made significant progress in clinical and regulatory areas, including the launch of IXCHIQ® in response to a chikungunya outbreak [7][15]. - IXCHIQ® sales increased to €7.5 million in H1 2025, compared to €1.0 million in H1 2024, benefiting from supply to La Réunion [16][17]. Commercial Developments - Valneva finalized a $32.8 million supply contract for IXIARO® with the U.S. Department of Defense [7][13]. - An exclusive agreement was signed with CSL Seqirus for the marketing and distribution of Valneva's vaccines in Germany [11]. - The company expects product sales to grow to €170-180 million in 2025, contributing to positive cash flow [6][40]. Cost Management - Operating cash burn was significantly reduced to €10.9 million in H1 2025 from €66.3 million in H1 2024, reflecting improved sales and cost management [6][40]. - Research and development expenses increased to €32.4 million in H1 2025, driven by costs related to the Shigella vaccine candidate [32].
Valneva Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Updates
Globenewswire· 2025-05-07 05:00
Financial Performance - Valneva reported total revenues of €49.2 million for Q1 2025, a 50.3% increase from €32.8 million in Q1 2024 [8][28] - Product sales reached €48.6 million, up 51.2% from €32.1 million in the same period last year [8][28] - The company incurred a net loss of €9.2 million in Q1 2025, compared to a net profit of €58.9 million in Q1 2024, which included €90.8 million from the sale of a Priority Review Voucher [8][42] - Adjusted EBITDA loss was €0.6 million in Q1 2025, down from a profit of €73.0 million in Q1 2024 [8][41] - Operating cash burn was reduced by 71% to €8.1 million in Q1 2025 from €28.4 million in Q1 2024 [8][44] Product Sales and Growth - Sales of the Japanese Encephalitis vaccine IXIARO/JESPECT increased by 65.5% to €27.5 million in Q1 2025, driven by demand from travelers and the U.S. Department of Defense [6][29] - DUKORAL sales grew 9.4% to €12.3 million, supported by a supply agreement with the French government [9][30] - IXCHIQ sales rose significantly to €3.0 million from €0.2 million in Q1 2024, with most doses shipped in April 2025 [10][30] Cash Position and Financial Outlook - Cash and cash equivalents stood at €153.0 million as of March 31, 2025, down from €168.3 million at the end of 2024 [8][47] - The company confirmed its financial guidance for 2025, expecting product sales to grow to €170-180 million and total revenues to reach €180-190 million [2][8] - Total R&D investments are projected between €90-100 million for 2025, partially offset by grant funding and anticipated R&D tax credits [8] Clinical and Regulatory Developments - Valneva is anticipating the first data from its Lyme disease Phase 3 program by the end of 2025 [2] - The company received marketing authorization for IXCHIQ in the UK and Brazil, marking significant milestones for its chikungunya vaccine [11][12] - IXCHIQ has also received label extensions in the EU for adolescents and is under review in multiple countries [11][12] Strategic Partnerships and Future Plans - Valneva has entered into an exclusive license agreement with the Serum Institute of India to supply its chikungunya vaccine in Asia [12] - The company is focusing on ramping up sales and expanding its vaccine portfolio in additional countries [11] - Valneva aims to reduce third-party sales to less than 5% of overall product sales by 2026/2027 to improve gross margins [16]
Valneva Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Updates
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-05-07 05:00
Core Viewpoint - Valneva SE reported strong financial results for Q1 2025, with significant revenue growth and reduced operational cash burn, while confirming its financial guidance for the year [3][5][6]. Financial Performance - Total revenues for Q1 2025 were €49.2 million, a 50.3% increase from €32.8 million in Q1 2024 [5][6]. - Product sales reached €48.6 million, up 51.2% from €32.1 million in the same period last year [6][31]. - The company reported a net loss of €9.2 million compared to a net profit of €58.9 million in Q1 2024, which included €90.8 million from the sale of a Priority Review Voucher [6][45]. - Operating cash burn was reduced by 71% to €8.1 million in Q1 2025 from €28.4 million in Q1 2024 [6][47]. - Cash and cash equivalents stood at €153.0 million as of March 31, 2025, down from €168.3 million at the end of 2024 [6][50]. Product Sales and Market Developments - IXIARO®/JESPECT® sales increased by 65.5% to €27.5 million, driven by demand from travelers and the U.S. Department of Defense [10][32]. - DUKORAL® sales grew 9.4% to €12.3 million, supported by a supply agreement with the French government [12][33]. - IXCHIQ® sales surged to €3.0 million from €0.2 million in Q1 2024, with initial sales related to a chikungunya outbreak response [13][34]. - Third-party product sales increased to €5.8 million from €4.1 million, reflecting recovery from previous supply constraints [18][35]. Research and Development Highlights - Valneva is advancing its Lyme disease vaccine candidate, VLA15, with primary vaccinations completed and data expected by the end of 2025 [20][21]. - The company is also developing a tetravalent Shigella vaccine candidate, S4V2, with ongoing Phase 2 studies [23][24]. - A Phase 1 trial for a Zika vaccine candidate, VLA1601, is currently underway, with results anticipated this year [28][29]. Strategic Partnerships and Regulatory Progress - Valneva secured a $32.8 million supply contract for IXIARO® with the U.S. Department of Defense [7][11]. - The company received marketing authorization for IXCHIQ® in the UK and Brazil, marking significant milestones for its chikungunya vaccine [7][14][15]. - Valneva has entered into a licensing agreement with the Serum Institute of India to expand access to its chikungunya vaccine in Asia [15][61]. Financial Outlook - The company expects product sales to grow to €170-180 million in 2025, with total revenues projected to reach €180-190 million [6][5]. - R&D investments are anticipated to be between €90-100 million in 2025, partially offset by grant funding and tax credits [6][5].