AngioDynamics(US:ANGO)2025-10-02 13:00Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue increased by 12.2% to $75.7 million, driven by growth across both med-tech and med-device segments [12][21] - Gross margin for Q1 FY26 was 55.3%, a 90 basis point increase from the previous year [17] - Adjusted net loss for Q1 FY26 was $4.2 million, improving from a loss of $4.4 million in the same quarter last year [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Med-tech revenue was $35.3 million, a 26.1% increase, while med-device revenue was $40.4 million, an increase of 2.3% [13] - Auryon platform contributed $16.5 million in revenue, growing 20.1% year-over-year [15] - Mechanical thrombectomy revenue increased by 41.2% year-over-year, with AngioVac revenue at $8 million (37.1% increase) and AlphaVac revenue at $3.3 million (52.3% increase) [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Med-tech platforms comprised 47% of total revenue, up from 41% a year ago, illustrating the strategy to increase revenue from this segment [14] - The annual revenue of the med-tech segment grew from $41 million in 2020 to $127 million in 2025, representing a compound annual growth rate of 25% [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on growing its med-tech segment, particularly through innovative products like Auryon and NanoKnife, which are expected to drive future growth [5][7] - Continued investment in R&D initiatives is planned to support long-term growth, targeting approximately 10% of sales [18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth trajectory of the med-tech segment, particularly in mechanical thrombectomy and NanoKnife, with expectations for continued strong performance [26][27] - The company anticipates being cash flow positive for the current fiscal year, with significant cash generation expected in Q4 [20] Other Important Information - The company expects net sales for FY26 to be in the range of $308 to $313 million, an increase from previous guidance [21] - Tariff expenses for FY26 are estimated to be between $4 and $6 million [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance on growth drivers - The increase in guidance is primarily driven by mechanical thrombectomy and NanoKnife segments, with expectations for continued growth in these areas [25][26] Question: Update on mechanical thrombectomy hospital penetration - There has been good uptake in hospitals, with ongoing efforts to convert accounts into value analysis committee approvals [31][32] Question: Revenue growth attributable to price increases - Revenue growth is driven by a combination of price increases, new customer acquisitions, and increased utilization [38][39] Question: Update on clinical trials for Ambition BTK - The Ambition BTK study is progressing well, with enrollment in both RCT and registry segments, expected to significantly impact the Auryon business [40][41]