Biofrontera(BFRI)2025-05-16 15:02Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for Q1 2025 were $8,600,000, representing a 9% increase from the same period last year [5][12] - Net loss for Q1 2025 was $4,200,000 or $0.47 per share, compared to a net loss of $10,400,000 or $2.88 per share for the prior year [15] - Adjusted EBITDA decreased from $4,600,000 in Q1 2024 to $4,400,000 in Q1 2025 [15][16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ameluz sales increased by $500,000 due to a higher unit price and the launch of the RotoLED XL lamp, which generated $200,000 in sales [12] - Total operating expenses decreased to $13,100,000 in Q1 2025 from $13,400,000 in Q1 2024 [12][13] - Cost of revenues decreased by $900,000 or 22.1% compared to last year, attributed to a reduced cost structure under the Ameluz license [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved a significant milestone with the granting of a patent for a new formulation of Ameluz, providing protection until December 2043 [6][7] - The enrollment of the final patient in the Phase three clinical trial for Ameluz was announced, aiming to extend the label for treatment beyond the face and scalp [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to achieve record revenues in 2025 without increasing costs, supported by past investments and sales force effectiveness [5] - Future goals include expanding Ameluz's applications to treat superficial basal cell carcinoma and moderate to severe acne, addressing significant medical needs [9][10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving breakeven as quickly as possible, highlighting improved gross profit and reduced operating expenses [11] - The company is committed to exploring additional applications for Ameluz beyond actinic keratosis, indicating a proactive approach to growth [9] Other Important Information - Cash and cash equivalents as of March 31, 2025, were $1,800,000, down from $5,900,000 as of December 31, 2024 [16] - Inventory on hand was $6,500,000 compared to $6,600,000 as of December 31, 2024 [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: How many LAMP units were sold in Q1 2025? - The company placed 18 XL lamps in Q1 2025 [19][20] Question: Is there any sales force attrition affecting expenses? - There has been some turnover, but the company is committed to reorganizing the team for efficiency [24] Question: What is the status of reimbursement for the three-tube indication? - The company has ensured that Medicare covers the three-tube indication, with no reported refusals from doctors [29]