Brainsway(BWAY) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record quarterly revenue of $13.5 million for Q3 2025, a 29% increase compared to $10.5 million in the same period last year [5][15] - Gross profit for the quarter was $10.2 million, up from $7.7 million in the prior year, maintaining a gross margin of 75% [16] - Operating profit increased to approximately $1.3 million from $0.3 million year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA rising to $2 million from $1.1 million [16][18] - The company ended the quarter with $70.7 million in cash and cash equivalents, an increase of $1.1 million from the previous year [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company shipped 90 deep TMS systems during the quarter, representing a 43% increase year-over-year, bringing the total install base to over 1,600 systems [5][15] - Approximately 70% of recent customer engagements were structured as lease agreements, indicating a strong transition to this sales model [6][7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Remaining performance obligations under existing customer agreements grew to $65 million, a 37% year-over-year increase, providing strong visibility into future revenues [17] - The company is seeing strong demand momentum, reflected in a book-to-bill ratio of 1.3x for the quarter [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on three key pillars for long-term growth: elevating market awareness of deep TMS, advancing the R&D roadmap, and broadening patient access through global extension and health system integration [9] - Recent FDA approval for an accelerated treatment protocol for major depressive disorder (MDD) is expected to enhance the appeal of deep TMS to prospective patients [10] - The company is pursuing minority equity investments in mental health providers to generate shareholder value and expand market awareness [12][14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's growth trajectory, citing strong execution of the business model and improved visibility into the remainder of the year [5][6] - The company raised its revenue guidance for the full year 2025 to a range of $51 to $52 million, reflecting a year-over-year growth rate of 24% to 27% [18] Other Important Information - The company announced a virtual investor and analyst day on December 1 to discuss operational, clinical, regulatory, and financial progress [14] - The company remains debt-free, providing significant flexibility for strategic growth initiatives [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the accelerated protocol and its current treatments? - The accelerated protocol shortens the acute phase from four weeks to six days, increasing treatment frequency to five sessions per day, which is driving demand for the company's growth [21] Question: What can be expected regarding minority equity investments? - The company has a pipeline of minority investments and aims to sign at least one more by the end of the year, with promising opportunities for 2026 [22] Question: Update on NeuroLife's activities in Japan and the EU? - The company anticipates FDA clearance for NeuroLife's device by the end of the year, which will enable distribution through various channels [23] Question: Insights on system placements from minority partners? - Minority investments are expected to lead to the opening of 10 to 15 new clinics annually, with early investments showing over 50% growth in utilization rates [28][29] Question: Plans for altering metrics reporting? - The company plans to provide more granularity on metrics, including system shipments and performance of minority investments, during the analyst day [35] Question: State of international business and growth expectations? - The company expects strong growth from Asia-Pacific and Europe, particularly in Japan, China, and major European markets [36][37]