Alnylam Pharmaceuticals(ALNY) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net product revenues for Q3 2025 were $851 million, representing a 103% increase year-over-year [7][28] - TTR franchise revenues reached $724 million, showing a 135% year-over-year growth, primarily driven by the AMVUTTRA ATTR CM launch in the U.S. [6][11] - The company increased its total net product revenue guidance for 2025 from a range of $2.65 billion to $2.8 billion to a revised range of $2.95 billion to $3.05 billion, reflecting a 10% increase at the midpoint [8][33] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The rare disease portfolio achieved $127 million in sales, up 14% compared to Q3 2024, driven by ongoing patient demand [10] - U.S. net sales for the TTR franchise grew 42% quarter-over-quarter and 194% year-over-year, reflecting strong adoption following the AMVUTTRA ATTR CM label expansion [12][14] - Outside the U.S., revenues grew 13% quarter-over-quarter and 46% year-over-year, indicating continued global momentum [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. TTR franchise delivered $543 million in net product revenues, representing an increase of approximately $160 million versus the prior quarter [14] - In Japan, the AMVUTTRA ATTR CM launch is progressing well, tracking in line with leading launch analogs [12] - The international performance reflects the strength of the hereditary ATTR polyneuropathy legacy business, which remains robust despite new competition [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on three core pillars: TTR leadership, growth through innovation, and strong financial performance [5] - The company is committed to establishing long-term leadership in TTR and advancing its pipeline of RNAi therapeutics [5][6] - The company plans to expand its global reach with anticipated international AMVUTTRA ATTR CM launches in 2026 [17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the AMVUTTRA ATTR CM launch and the overall growth trajectory of the TTR franchise [8][11] - The management highlighted the importance of early treatment in ATTR cardiomyopathy and the positive reception from payers and physicians [62] - The company is optimistic about the potential of RNAi therapeutics to become the standard of care in TTR amyloidosis [19] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities of $2.7 billion [32] - Non-GAAP R&D expenses increased by 23% to $310 million, driven by costs associated with multiple Phase 3 clinical studies [31] - The company announced the initiation of a Phase 1 trial of ALN-5288 targeting Alzheimer's disease [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the momentum of AMVUTTRA in first line versus switch population? - Management noted that patient demand for AMVUTTRA has doubled, with broad adoption across various settings, indicating healthy uptake [36][38] Question: What gives you confidence in continued patient additions next year? - Management highlighted the strong launch momentum and the raised guidance as indicators of confidence in sustained growth [53] Question: Can you provide insights on payer dynamics as you approach 2026? - Management reported no significant payer headwinds and positive feedback from payers regarding the value of AMVUTTRA [60][62] Question: How should we model inventory demand for AMVUTTRA? - Management explained that inventory growth was driven by increased demand, with expectations for continued growth in the fourth quarter [66][68] Question: What is the expected pricing strategy for AMVUTTRA in Europe? - Management indicated ongoing negotiations for pricing in Europe, with expectations for a gradual decline in net price over time [90][93]