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Burning Rock Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

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Burning Rock (NASDAQ: BNR) reported Q1 2026 revenue of RMB107.9 million, down 18.9% year over year. Central lab revenue fell 15.3%, in-hospital revenue 8.5%, and pharma services revenue 38.6%.

Gross margin was 72.3%. Operating expenses declined 14.0%, while net loss increased to RMB17.5 million. Cash and restricted cash totaled RMB448.7 million at March 31, 2026. The company also highlighted multiple oncology study presentations in early 2026.

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Positive

  • Operating expenses decreased 14.0% year over year to RMB96.9 million
  • Research and development expenses decreased 31.8% to RMB27.6 million
  • General and administrative expenses decreased 10.3% to RMB28.1 million
  • Central laboratory gross margin improved to 88.7% from 84.1%
  • Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash were RMB448.7 million
  • In-hospital revenue excluding two hospitals would have grown 2% year over year

Negative

  • Total revenue declined 18.9% year over year to RMB107.9 million
  • Pharma research and development services revenue declined 38.6% to RMB22.8 million
  • In-hospital business revenue declined 8.5% to RMB52.8 million
  • Gross margin decreased to 72.3% from 73.2%
  • Net loss widened to RMB17.5 million from RMB13.5 million
  • Pharma services gross margin fell to 47.4% from 57.5%

News Market Reaction – BNR

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-6.50% News Effect
-4.1% Trough in 6 hr 15 min
-$6M Valuation Impact
$89.64M Market Cap
1.6x Rel. Volume

On the day this news was published, BNR declined 6.50%, reflecting a notable negative market reaction. Argus tracked a trough of -4.1% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 6 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $6M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $89.64M at that time. Trading volume was above average at 1.6x the daily average, suggesting increased trading activity.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Q1 2026 revenue: RMB107.9M (US$15.6M), -18.9% YoY Central lab revenue: RMB32.3M (US$4.7M), -15.3% YoY In-hospital revenue: RMB52.8M (US$7.6M), -8.5% YoY +5 more
8 metrics
Q1 2026 revenue RMB107.9M (US$15.6M), -18.9% YoY Three months ended March 31, 2026 vs Q1 2025
Central lab revenue RMB32.3M (US$4.7M), -15.3% YoY Q1 2026 central laboratory business
In-hospital revenue RMB52.8M (US$7.6M), -8.5% YoY Q1 2026 in-hospital business
Pharma R&D revenue RMB22.8M (US$3.3M), -38.6% YoY Q1 2026 pharma research and development services
Gross margin 72.3% Q1 2026 vs 73.2% in Q1 2025
Operating expenses RMB96.9M (US$14.1M), -14.0% YoY Q1 2026 total operating expenses
Net loss RMB17.5M (US$2.5M) Q1 2026 vs RMB13.5M in Q1 2025
Cash & equivalents RMB448.7M (US$65.1M) Balance as of March 31, 2026

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Previous Earnings Reports

5 past events · Latest: Mar 12 (Positive)
Same Type Pattern 5 events
Date Event Sentiment Move Catalyst
Mar 12 Q4 & FY 2025 earnings Positive -2.6% 2025 revenue growth, higher gross margin, lower opex, multiple regulatory milestones.
Nov 20 Q3 2025 earnings Positive -3.1% Modest revenue growth, strong pharma R&D surge, better margins and narrower loss.
Sep 08 Q2 2025 earnings Positive +9.2% Revenues up 9.6%, pharma R&D up 68.1%, big opex cut and sharply lower loss.
Jun 06 Q1 2025 earnings Positive -1.4% Revenue and margin improvement with major opex reduction, loss narrowed substantially.
Mar 25 Q4 & FY 2024 earnings Neutral -12.4% Mixed segment trends, better margins and lower opex but full-year revenue decline.
Pattern Detected

Earnings releases often showed improving fundamentals but mixed-to-negative next-day price reactions, with several positive reports followed by declines.

Recent Company History

Over the past year, Burning Rock’s earnings updates (e.g., Q2–Q4 2024 and Q1–Q4 2025) highlighted gradual revenue growth in 2025, stronger gross margins (up to 75.1% in Q3 2025), and sharply lower operating expenses. Net losses consistently narrowed, and cash stayed in the RMB460–500M range. Despite these improvements, post-earnings reactions were often negative. The new Q1 2026 report breaks the prior growth trend with revenue contracting and gross margin easing slightly.

Historical Comparison

-2.0% avg move · Earnings headlines over the last five reports saw an average next-day move of about -2.05%, framing ...
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Average Historical Move earnings

Earnings headlines over the last five reports saw an average next-day move of about -2.05%, framing expectations for how markets may contextualize this Q1 2026 miss.

Prior earnings showed revenue growth, margin expansion, and shrinking losses through 2025; Q1 2026 reverses that trend with revenue contraction and slightly softer margins.

Regulatory & Risk Context

Short Interest: 0.54%
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Market Pulse Summary

The stock moved -6.5% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite prior improvem...
Analysis

The stock moved -6.5% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite prior improvements fits a pattern where earnings have often been followed by weak trading, even on better numbers. Q1 2026 broke the recent revenue growth trend with an 18.9% decline and lower pharma R&D contributions. With shares already far below the $41.72 52-week high and under the 200-day MA, investors may focus on whether cost controls can offset topline pressure.

Key Terms

next-generation sequencing, ngs, precision oncology, ddpcr, +3 more
7 terms
next-generation sequencing medical
"focused on the application of next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology"
Next-generation sequencing is a set of laboratory techniques that read large amounts of DNA or RNA quickly and cheaply by processing millions of short genetic fragments in parallel, rather than one at a time. For investors, it matters because faster, lower-cost genetic data powers drug discovery, diagnostic tests and personalized medicine, creating scalable revenue opportunities and competitive advantages for companies that own the technology or services.
ngs medical
"application of next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology in the field"
A laboratory method that reads large amounts of DNA or RNA quickly to identify genetic differences, mutations, or microbes, similar to scanning many pages of a book at once to find important words. Investors care because it drives diagnostics, drug discovery and personalized treatments, can create recurring revenue from testing services and instruments, and influences regulatory approvals, partnerships and market value in biotech and healthcare companies.
precision oncology medical
"technology in the field of precision oncology, today reported"
Precision oncology uses detailed biological information from a patient’s tumor—like genetic changes or specific markers—to choose treatments most likely to work for that individual, much like tailoring a suit to a person’s measurements instead of selling one-size-fits-all clothing. It matters to investors because these targeted approaches can improve treatment success, support premium pricing and companion diagnostic tests, and shorten development and approval timelines, creating focused markets with both higher potential returns and specialized risks.
ddpcr medical
"validation data on MMcall, CanCatch Surf, 25-plex ddPCR, and SPIRAL."
Droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) is a laboratory method that counts copies of specific DNA or RNA by splitting a sample into thousands of tiny droplets and testing each one, producing a precise, direct count rather than an estimate. For investors, ddPCR matters because its high sensitivity and accuracy are used in diagnostics, monitoring treatment response, and validating therapies and tests—functions that can drive regulatory approvals, market demand, and revenue for companies in healthcare and biotech.
mrd medical
"Early Detection, Therapy Selection & MRD Presented multiple study results"
MRD stands for minimal residual disease, the tiny number of cancer cells that can remain in the body after treatment and that may not show up on routine scans. Detecting MRD is like finding a few seeds left in a garden after clearing: it helps doctors predict the chance of relapse and measure how effective a therapy is, which investors watch because MRD results can influence clinical trial success, regulatory decisions, and a drug’s market potential.
pcr medical
"demonstrated promising MPR and pCR rates with an acceptable safety profile"
PCR (polymerase chain reaction) is a laboratory method that makes many copies of a tiny piece of genetic material (DNA or RNA) so scientists can detect and study it reliably — think of photocopying a faint, tiny note until the words are easy to read. For investors, PCR matters because it underpins diagnostic tests, drug development, and biotech tools whose sales, regulatory approvals, and real-world use can materially affect company revenues and market perceptions during health events or product launches.
sq-nsclc medical
"safety profile in patients with resectable sq-NSCLC."
Sq‑NSCLC stands for squamous non‑small cell lung cancer, a major subtype of lung cancer that arises from the flat, scaly cells lining the airways. It matters to investors because treatments, clinical trial outcomes, regulatory approvals, and pricing for therapies targeting this specific form can directly affect a drug’s revenue potential and a company’s valuation; think of it as a particular car model that needs its own replacement parts and service market.

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GUANGZHOU, China, June 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Burning Rock Biotech Limited (NASDAQ: BNR, the “Company” or “Burning Rock”), a company focused on the application of next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology in the field of precision oncology, today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2026.

Recent Business Updates

  • Early Detection, Therapy Selection & MRD
    • Presented multiple study results at the 2026 AACR in April, showcasing validation data on MMcall, CanCatch Surf, 25-plex ddPCR, and SPIRAL.
    • Presented study results at Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer in April 2026. “A four-cycle perioperative regimen of serplulimab combined with taxane-carboplatin demonstrated promising MPR and pCR rates with an acceptable safety profile in patients with resectable sq-NSCLC.”

First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Revenues were RMB107.9 million (US$15.6 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, representing an 18.9% decrease from RMB133.1 million for the same period in 2025.

  • Revenue generated from central laboratory business was RMB32.3 million (US$4.7 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, representing a 15.3% decrease from RMB38.3 million for the same period in 2025, primarily attributable to a decrease in the number of tests, as we continued our transition towards in-hospital testing.
  • Revenue generated from in-hospital business was RMB52.8 million (US$7.6 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, representing an 8.5% decrease from RMB57.7 million for the same period in 2025, primarily attributable to a decrease in revenue from two hospitals due to one-off issue. Excluding such two, in-hospital revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2026 would have increased by 2% year-over-year.
  • Revenue generated from pharma research and development services was RMB22.8 million (US$3.3 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, representing a 38.6% decrease from RMB37.1 million for the same period in 2025, primarily attributable to decreased testing services performed for our pharma customers and lower milestone progress of our pharma programs achieved due to timing of the projects.

Cost of revenues was RMB29.9 million (US$4.3 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, representing a 16.1% decrease from RMB35.7 million for the same period in 2025.

Gross profit was RMB78.0 million (US$11.3 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, representing a 19.9% decrease from RMB97.4 million for the same period in 2025. Gross margin was 72.3% for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to 73.2% for the same period in 2025. By channel, gross margin of central laboratory business was 88.7% for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to 84.1% during the same period in 2025, primarily driven by a reduction in inventory write-downs; gross margin of in-hospital business was 72.9% for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to 76.1% during the same period in 2025, primarily attributable to a decrease in sales volume to high margin products; gross margin of pharma research and development services was 47.4% for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to 57.5% during the same period of 2025, primarily due to a decrease in test volume of higher-margin projects.

Non-GAAP gross profit, which excludes depreciation and amortization expenses, was RMB80.5 million (US$11.7 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, representing a 20.0% decrease from RMB100.7 million for the same period in 2025. Non-GAAP gross margin was 74.6% for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to 75.6% for the same period in 2025. For more details on these non-GAAP financial measures, please see the table captioned “Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results” set forth at the end of this press release.

Operating expenses were RMB96.9 million (US$14.1 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, representing a 14.0% decrease from RMB112.6 million for the same period in 2025. The decrease was primarily driven by business cost and payment collection control to improve operating efficiency.

  • Research and development expenses were RMB27.6 million (US$4.0 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, representing a 31.8% decrease from RMB40.4 million for the same period in 2025, primarily due to (i) a temporary decrease across different research phases, and (ii) a decrease in amortized expense on share-based compensation.
  • Selling and marketing expenses were RMB41.2 million (US$6.0 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, remaining relatively stable as compared with RMB40.9 million for the same period in 2025.
  • General and administrative expenses were RMB28.1 million (US$4.1 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, representing a 10.3% decrease from RMB31.3 million for the same period in 2025, primarily due to a decrease in impairment expenses for accounts receivables and contract assets.

Net loss was RMB17.5 million (US$2.5 million) for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to RMB13.5 million for the same period in 2025.

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash were RMB448.7 million (US$65.1 million) as of March 31, 2026.

Exchange Rate Information

This press release contains translations of certain Renminbi amounts into U.S. dollars at a specified rate solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise noted, all translations from Renminbi to U.S. dollars and from U.S. dollars to Renminbi are made at a rate of RMB6.8980 to US$1.00, the exchange rate on March 31, 2026, set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board. The Company makes no representation that the Renminbi or U.S. dollars amounts referred could be converted into U.S. dollars or Renminbi, as the case may be, at any particular rate or at all.

About Burning Rock

Burning Rock Biotech Limited (NASDAQ: BNR), whose mission is to guard life via science, focuses on the application of next generation sequencing (NGS) technology in the field of precision oncology. Its business consists of i) NGS-based therapy selection testing for late-stage cancer patients, and ii) cancer early detection, which has moved beyond proof-of-concept R&D into the clinical validation stage.

For more information about Burning Rock, please visit: ir.brbiotech.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements constitute “forward-looking” statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “target,” “confident” and similar statements. Burning Rock may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the SEC, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Burning Rock’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based upon management’s current expectations and current market and operating conditions, and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond Burning Rock’s control. Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any such statements. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and Burning Rock does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable law.

Non-GAAP Measures

In evaluating the business, the Company considers and uses non-GAAP measures, such as non-GAAP gross profit and non-GAAP gross margin, as supplemental measures to review and assess operating performance and formulate business plans. However, the presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”). These non-GAAP financial measures may be different from non-GAAP methods of accounting and reporting used by other companies, including peer companies, and therefore their comparability may be limited.

The Company defines non-GAAP gross profit as gross profit excluding depreciation and amortization. The Company defines non-GAAP gross margin as non-GAAP gross profit divided by its revenue.

The Company believes presenting non-GAAP gross profit and non-GAAP gross margin excluding non-cash impact of depreciation and amortization, in addition to the Company’s GAAP gross profit and gross margin, provides a better understanding of the underlying trends in the Company’s operating business performance.

Reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP measures are set forth at the end of this press release, all of which should be considered when evaluating the Company’s performance.

Contact: IR@brbiotech.com


Selected Operating Data
          
 As of
 March 31, June 30, September December March 31,
 2025 2025 30, 2025 31, 2025 2026
In-hospital channel:         
Pipeline partner hospitals(1)30 30 31 30 30
Contracted partner hospitals(2)63 63 63 64 64
Total number of partner hospitals93 93 94 94 94
          

(1) Refers to hospitals that are in the process of establishing in-hospital laboratories, laboratory equipment procurement or installation, staff training or pilot testing using the Company’s products.
(2) Refers to hospitals that have entered into contracts to purchase the Company’s products for use on a recurring basis in their respective in-hospital laboratories the Company helped them establish. Kit revenue is generated from contracted hospitals.

Selected Financial Data
      
 For the three months ended
 March 31,June 30,SeptemberDecemberMarch 31,
Revenues2025202530, 202531, 20252026
  (RMB in thousands) 
Central laboratory channel38,29640,86136,81144,02532,420
In-hospital channel57,68762,49652,84751,00552,761
Pharma research and development channel37,09945,19741,95931,28522,762
Total revenues133,082148,554131,617126,315107,943


 For the three months ended
 March 31,June 30,SeptemberDecemberMarch 31,
Revenues by location of contracting customer2025202530, 202531, 20252026
  (RMB in thousands) 
Overseas24,40737,45817,21421,8498,544
Chinese mainland108,675111,096114,403104,46699,399
Total revenues133,082148,554131,617126,315107,943


 For the three months ended
 March 31,June 30,SeptemberDecemberMarch 31,
Gross profit2025202530, 202531, 20252026
  (RMB in thousands) 
Central laboratory channel32,19135,93730,12639,32228,761
In-hospital channel43,89546,49037,92538,38838,458
Pharma research and development channel21,31525,67630,79320,85610,789
Total gross profit97,401108,10398,84498,56678,008


 For the three months ended
 March 31,June 30,SeptemberDecemberMarch 31,
Share-based compensation expenses20252025
30, 202531, 20252026
  (RMB in thousands) 
Cost of revenues308280 30130082 
Research and development expenses1,800(270)73259(345)
Selling and marketing expenses1,025364 624748164 
General and administrative expenses1,4132,005 2,8311,8151,907 
Total share-based compensation expenses4,5462,379 3,8293,1221,808 


Burning Rock Biotech Limited
Unaudited Condensed Statements of Comprehensive Loss
(in thousands, except for number of shares and per share data)
 
 For the three months ended
 March 31, June 30, September December March31, March31,
 2025
 2025
 30, 2025
 31, 2025
 2026
 2026
 RMB RMB RMB RMB RMB US$
Revenues133,082  148,554  131,617  126,315  107,943  15,649 
Cost of revenues(35,681) (40,451) (32,773) (27,749) (29,935) (4,339)
Gross profit97,401  108,103  98,844  98,566  78,008  11,310 
Operating expenses:           
Research and development expenses(40,389) (49,770) (41,469) (34,866) (27,559) (3,995)
Selling and marketing expenses(40,888) (38,413) (41,808) (44,066) (41,206) (5,974)
General and administrative expenses(31,303) (31,417) (31,698) (31,672) (28,088) (4,072)
Total operating expenses(112,580) (119,600) (114,975) (110,604) (96,853) (14,041)
Loss from operations(15,179) (11,497) (16,131) (12,038) (18,845) (2,731)
Interest income2,581  2,226  1,744  1,502  1,261  183 
Interest expense-  -  (15) (15) (15) (2)
Other (expense) income, net(652) 387  7  1  294  43 
Foreign exchange (loss) gain, net(26) (574) (2,151) (3,960) 65  9 
Loss before income tax(13,276) (9,458) (16,546) (14,510) (17,240) (2,498)
Income tax expenses(224) (244) (212) (876) (232) (34)
Net loss(13,500) (9,702) (16,758) (15,386) (17,472) (2,532)
Net loss attributable to Burning Rock Biotech Limited’s shareholders(13,500) (9,702) (16,758) (15,386) (17,472) (2,532)
Net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders(13,500) (9,702) (16,758) (15,386) (17,472) (2,532)
Loss per share for class A and class B ordinary shares:           
Class A ordinary shares - basic and diluted(0.13) (0.09) (0.16) (0.15) (0.17) (0.02)
Class B ordinary shares - basic and diluted(0.13) (0.09) (0.16) (0.15) (0.17) (0.02)
Weighted average shares outstanding used in loss per share computation:           
Class A ordinary shares - basic and diluted90,291,658  90,357,970  90,416,619  87,444,109  87,871,026  87,871,026 
Class B ordinary shares - basic and diluted17,324,848  17,324,848  17,324,848  17,324,848  17,324,848  17,324,848 
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax of nil:           
Foreign currency translation adjustments(72) (243) (1,724) (2,050) (3,143) (456)
Total comprehensive loss(13,572) (9,945) (18,482) (17,436) (20,615) (2,988)
Total comprehensive loss attributable to Burning Rock Biotech Limited’s shareholders(13,572) (9,945) (18,482) (17,436) (20,615) (2,988)


Burning Rock Biotech Limited
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(in thousands)
 As of
 December 31, March 31, March 31,
 2025 2026 2026
 RMB RMB US$
ASSETS     
Current assets:     
Cash and cash equivalents478,392 446,002 64,657
Restricted cash2,696 2,728 395
Accounts receivable, net169,611 164,497 23,847
Contract assets, net12,301 12,715 1,843
Inventories, net56,975 54,294 7,871
Prepayments and other current assets18,611 20,759 3,010
Total current assets738,586 700,995 101,623
Non-current assets:     
Property and equipment, net31,099 26,997 3,914
Operating right-of-use assets42,774 51,931 7,528
Intangible assets, net284 258 37
Other non-current assets7,632 7,603 1,102
Total non-current assets81,789 86,789 12,581
TOTAL ASSETS820,375 787,784 114,204


Burning Rock Biotech Limited
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Continued)
(in thousands)
  
 As of
 December 31, March 31, March 31,
 2025
 2026
 2026
 RMB RMB US$
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY     
Current liabilities:     
Accounts payable40,744  18,043  2,616 
Deferred revenue107,819  114,487  16,597 
Accrued liabilities and other current liabilities80,861  75,381  10,928 
Customer deposits592  592  86 
Current portion of long-term borrowings200  200  29 
Current portion of operating lease liabilities16,762  21,113  3,061 
Total current liabilities246,978  229,816  33,317 
Non-current liabilities:     
Long-term borrowings1,700  1,700  246 
Non-current portion of operating lease liabilities24,458  27,850  4,037 
Other non-current liabilities11,975  11,961  1,734 
Total non-current liabilities38,133  41,511  6,017 
TOTAL LIABILITIES285,111  271,327  39,334 
Shareholders’ equity:     
Class A ordinary shares120  120  17 
Class B ordinary shares21  21  3 
Additional paid-in capital5,010,060  5,011,868  (8,291)
Treasury stock(57,193) (57,193) 726,568 
Accumulated deficits(4,255,607) (4,273,079) (619,466)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(162,137) (165,280) (23,961)
Total shareholders’ equity535,264  516,457  74,870 
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY820,375  787,784  114,204 


Burning Rock Biotech Limited
Unaudited Condensed Statements of Cash Flows
(in thousands)
 For the three months ended
 March 31,March 31,March 31,
 2025
2026
2026
 RMBRMBUS$
Net cash used in operating activities(23,527)(29,304)(4,248)
Net cash used in investing activities(1,531)(364)(53)
Net cash generated from financing activities- - - 
Effect of exchange rate on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash302 (2,690)(390)
Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash(24,756)(32,358)(4,691)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the beginning of period522,162 481,088 69,743 
Cash,cash equivalents and restricted cash at the end of period497,406 448,730 65,052 


Burning Rock Biotech Limited
Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results
 
 For the three months ended
 March 31,June 30,SeptemberDecemberMarch 31,
 2025
2025
30, 2025
31, 2025
2026
  (RMB in thousands) 
Gross profit:     
Central laboratory channel32,191 35,937 30,126 39,322 28,761 
In-hospital channel43,895 46,490 37,925 38,388 38,458 
Pharma research and development channel21,315 25,676 30,793 20,856 10,789 
Total gross profit97,401 108,103 98,844 98,566 78,008 
Add: depreciation and amortization:     
Central laboratory channel562 456 231 490 412 
In-hospital channel290 389 372 308 228 
Pharma research and development channel2,412 1,528 1,491 2,057 1,885 
Total depreciation and amortization included in cost of revenues3,264 2,373 2,094 2,855 2,525 
Non-GAAP gross profit:     
Central laboratory channel32,753 36,393 30,357 39,812 29,173 
In-hospital channel44,185 46,879 38,297 38,696 38,686 
Pharma research and development channel23,727 27,204 32,284 22,913 12,674 
Total non-GAAP gross profit100,665 110,476 100,938 101,421 80,533 
Non-GAAP gross margin:     
Central laboratory channel85.5% 89.1% 82.5% 90.4% 90.0% 
In-hospital channel76.6% 75.0% 72.5% 75.9% 73.3% 
Pharma research and development channel64.0% 60.2% 76.9% 73.2% 55.7% 
Total non-GAAP gross margin75.6% 74.4% 76.7% 80.3% 74.6% 



FAQ

What were Burning Rock (NASDAQ: BNR) Q1 2026 revenue and net loss?

Burning Rock reported Q1 2026 revenue of RMB107.9 million and a net loss of RMB17.5 million. According to Burning Rock, revenue declined 18.9% versus Q1 2025, while net loss increased from RMB13.5 million, reflecting lower revenues despite reduced operating expenses.

How did Burning Rock's segment revenues perform in Q1 2026?

Burning Rock's Q1 2026 central lab revenue was RMB32.3 million, in-hospital revenue RMB52.8 million, and pharma services revenue RMB22.8 million. According to Burning Rock, these represented year-over-year declines of 15.3%, 8.5%, and 38.6%, driven by lower test volumes and project timing.

What happened to Burning Rock's gross margin in Q1 2026?

Burning Rock recorded a Q1 2026 gross margin of 72.3%, slightly below 73.2% a year earlier. According to Burning Rock, central lab gross margin improved to 88.7%, while in-hospital and pharma services margins declined due to sales mix and reduced higher-margin project volumes.

How did Burning Rock manage operating expenses in Q1 2026?

Burning Rock reduced Q1 2026 operating expenses to RMB96.9 million, down 14.0% year over year. According to Burning Rock, research and development expenses fell 31.8%, and general and administrative expenses decreased 10.3%, reflecting cost controls and lower share-based compensation and impairment expenses.

What was Burning Rock's cash position as of March 31, 2026?

Burning Rock held RMB448.7 million in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash as of March 31, 2026. According to Burning Rock, U.S. dollar figures use an exchange rate of RMB6.8980 per US$1.00, and no representation is made about future convertibility at that rate.

What clinical and study updates did Burning Rock highlight in early 2026?

Burning Rock reported multiple oncology study presentations in early 2026, including at the AACR and Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer. According to Burning Rock, data included validation of MMcall, CanCatch Surf, 25-plex ddPCR, SPIRAL, and a serplulimab regimen showing promising pathologic response rates in resectable sq-NSCLC.

How did Burning Rock's non-GAAP gross margin compare in Q1 2026?

Burning Rock's Q1 2026 non-GAAP gross profit was RMB80.5 million, with a non-GAAP gross margin of 74.6%. According to Burning Rock, this compared with RMB100.7 million and 75.6% a year earlier, after excluding depreciation and amortization expenses from cost of revenues.