AngioDynamics(US:ANGO)2025-10-02 13:02Financial 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 [16] - Adjusted net loss for Q1 FY26 was $4.2 million, improving from a loss of $4.4 million in the same quarter last year [18] 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 [14] - 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) [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Med-tech platforms comprised 47% of total revenue, up from 41% a year ago, illustrating the strategic shift towards med-tech [13] - International adoption of Auryon following CE mark approval contributed approximately $500,000 in revenue [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding its product portfolio into large, fast-growing markets, particularly in med-tech [5] - Continued investment in Auryon and mechanical thrombectomy products is expected to drive long-term growth [6][10] - The company aims to increase its market share and expand access to new opportunities, particularly in the hospital market [6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth trajectory of the med-tech segment, particularly Auryon and NanoKnife, as key drivers for future revenue [21][27] - The company anticipates continued strong performance in mechanical thrombectomy and NanoKnife, with expectations for growth in the urology market [27][28] Other Important Information - The company expects to incur between $4 million and $6 million in tariff expenses for the full fiscal year 2026 [17] - Cash utilization was better than expected, with a cash balance of $38.8 million at the end of Q1 FY26 [20] 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 solid contributions from Auryon [25][26] Question: NanoKnife disposable revenue specifics - The strong growth in NanoKnife disposable revenue is largely driven by prostate initiatives, with no significant one-time stocking effects noted [29][30] Question: Update on mechanical thrombectomy hospital penetration - There has been good uptake in hospitals, with ongoing efforts to convert interest into approvals for product usage [32][33] Question: Sales force updates - The company has increased its sales force for mechanical thrombectomy by 25%, now totaling 50 dedicated sales reps [37][38] Question: Revenue growth attribution - Revenue growth in mechanical thrombectomy is attributed to a combination of price increases, new customer acquisitions, and increased utilization [41][42] Question: Clinical trials update - The Ambition BTK study is progressing well, with positive expectations for its impact on the Auryon business [43][44]