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CeriBell, Inc.(CBLL) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-08 21:32
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q1 2025 was $20.5 million, reflecting a 42% increase from $14.4 million in Q1 2024 and an 11% increase from Q4 2024 [7][24] - Gross margin for Q1 2025 was 88%, compared to 86% in the prior year [25] - Net loss for Q1 2025 was $12.8 million, or a loss of $0.36 per share, compared to a loss of $8.5 million, or a loss of $1.56 per share in Q1 2024 [27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Product revenue for Q1 2025 was $15.6 million, a 41% increase from $11 million in Q1 2024 [25] - Subscription revenue for Q1 2025 was $4.9 million, representing a 45% increase from $3.4 million in Q1 2024 [25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - As of March 31, 2025, the company had 558 active accounts, an increase of 29 during the first quarter [9] - The company estimates it currently serves about 3% of the U.S. population that could benefit from its technology [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to expand its account acquisition team to 55 territory managers by mid-2025 [13] - The focus remains on increasing awareness of the clinical and economic benefits of its products through direct engagement with clinicians and marketing initiatives [14] - The company plans to conduct a limited commercial release of its pediatric algorithm, with a full launch anticipated in subsequent years [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving profitability using current cash on hand despite a dynamic trade environment [9] - The company expects full-year 2025 total revenue to range from $83 million to $87 million, up from prior guidance of $81 million to $85 million [28] - Management acknowledged potential impacts from increased tariffs but remains confident in maintaining gross margins in the mid-80% range [29][30] Other Important Information - The company received FDA clearance for its pediatric seizure detection algorithm, expanding its addressable patient population [15] - The company is one of only 51 companies to receive FedRAMP high authorization, validating its cybersecurity standards [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is driving the raise in guidance by more than the beat? - Management indicated that greater confidence in account acquisition and management strategies led to the guidance increase [35] Question: Can you elaborate on potential mitigation actions regarding tariffs? - Management mentioned strategies such as automation, cost negotiation with vendors, and potential reshoring plans to mitigate tariff impacts [41] Question: Will pediatric clarity contribute to the 2025 guidance? - Management confirmed that pediatric clarity will not impact the 2025 guidance but sees meaningful expansion potential in future years [48] Question: What is the opportunity for expansion within the customer base? - Management estimates a 70% opportunity for further penetration within existing accounts [66] Question: How is the competitive landscape? - Management stated that while there are emerging competitors, the company remains a clear category leader with unmatched technology and clinical evidence [70]