Fulgent Genetics(FLGT) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported total revenue of $322.7 million for 2025, representing a 14% increase year-over-year from $283.5 million in 2024 [18] - Fourth quarter revenue was $83.3 million, a slight decrease from $84.1 million in the third quarter of 2025 [18] - Non-GAAP gross margin for Q4 was 41%, while GAAP gross margin was 39.1% [18] - The GAAP loss for Q4 was $23.4 million, an increase from a loss of $6.6 million in the prior quarter [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Precision diagnostics revenue for Q4 was $48.2 million, an 11% increase year-over-year but down 5% sequentially [12] - Anatomic pathology (AP) revenue for Q4 was $27 million, a 3% increase year-over-year and up 4% sequentially [12] - Biopharma services revenue was $8.1 million for Q4, a 32% increase year-over-year and 10% sequentially [13] - For the full year, precision diagnostics revenue was $190.5 million, a 14% increase over 2024, while AP revenue was $106.4 million, a 10% increase [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company anticipates a significant decrease in revenue from its largest customer, which accounted for $70.8 million or 22% of total revenue in 2025, as they transition testing in-house [24] - The anticipated contribution from the acquisition of Bako and StrataDx is expected to be approximately $50 million-$55 million in 2026 [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on scaling efficiently and driving innovation across its service offerings while managing expenses and integrating strategic acquisitions effectively [26] - Investments in AI and digital pathology are expected to enhance operational efficiency and improve service quality [16] - The company plans to submit a request to the FDA for its first clinical candidate, FID-007, in Q2 2026, with a phase 3 trial initiation planned for the first half of 2027 [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to recover from the loss of its largest customer, citing strong market demand and ongoing investments in technology [41] - The first half of 2026 is expected to be impacted by the transition of the largest customer, but the company anticipates stabilization in the second half [24] - The company expects total revenues to be approximately $350 million for 2026, representing an 8.5% year-over-year growth [24] Other Important Information - The company announced its intention to acquire Bako Diagnostics and StrataDx for a total purchase price of $55.5 million, pending regulatory approvals [13] - The company received approval from New York State for its proprietary NIPT offering and whole genome sequencing test, opening new markets for commercialization [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of largest customer moving in-house - Management confirmed that the revenue loss from the largest customer is approximately 70% for 2026, with expectations of $11.8 million from this customer [32] Question: Growth strategies for precision diagnostics - Management highlighted several drivers for growth, including expanded carrier screening tests and whole genome sequencing, with strong momentum expected in 2026 [36] Question: Capital allocation strategy post-acquisition - Management indicated a focus on AI capabilities and potential synergies from the Bako acquisition, with plans to invest in both organic growth and strategic acquisitions [42]