Cerus Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Financial Results
- Sequential revenue growth driven by North American sales
- Narrowed GAAP net loss
- Achieved adjusted EBITDA breakeven for the fourth quarter
- Reiterated full-year 2024 product revenue guidance of $172-175 million
- Cash and cash equivalents of $65.9 million at December 31, 2023
- None.
Insights
The financial results reported by Cerus Corporation highlight a mixed performance, with a modest sequential revenue growth of 4% in Q4 2023 compared to the same period in the previous year. Despite a decrease in annual product revenue by 4%, the company managed to narrow its GAAP net loss to $1.3 million and achieved adjusted EBITDA breakeven in the fourth quarter. The reiteration of the full-year 2024 revenue guidance suggests management's confidence in the company's growth trajectory.
Analyzing the financial health, the cash position of $65.9 million provides the company with a stable financial cushion to support its operations. However, investors should monitor the company's ability to maintain its cash reserves and manage operational expenses to ensure long-term sustainability. The projected double-digit growth for 2024, particularly through INTERCEPT Fibrinogen Complex and expansion of INTERCEPT platelet and plasma systems, indicates potential for revenue increase, but also warrants attention to the execution of these commercial strategies.
The blood safety and availability market is increasingly recognizing the importance of pathogen inactivation technologies, with Cerus Corporation positioning its INTERCEPT Blood System as a key player. The company's expectations for double-digit product revenue growth in 2024 are anchored on both geographic expansion and deepening partnerships with national blood centers. The growth forecast for the INTERCEPT Fibrinogen Complex, expected to generate $8-10 million, underscores the product's market potential.
From a competitive standpoint, Cerus' ability to secure a foundational position in the market is crucial. The company's strategic focus on large national blood center partnerships could enhance market penetration and customer loyalty. However, the competitive landscape, including emerging technologies and regulatory changes, could impact market dynamics. Stakeholders should note the importance of Cerus' ongoing innovation and adaptability in maintaining market share.
The significance of pathogen inactivation technology in ensuring blood safety cannot be overstated. Cerus Corporation's INTERCEPT Blood System represents a critical innovation in this space, reducing the risk of transfusion-transmitted infections. The technology's adoption and growth are indicative of its clinical value and the increasing global demand for safer blood products.
While the financials reflect current market penetration, the clinical implications of broader adoption could lead to improved patient outcomes and potentially lower healthcare costs associated with transfusion-related complications. As such, the medical community's acceptance of INTERCEPT as a standard of care is a key factor that could influence the company's growth and financial performance. The anticipated revenue from INTERCEPT Fibrinogen Complex also suggests confidence in its clinical utility and market acceptance.
Sequential Revenue Growth in the Fourth Quarter Driven by Sales in
Narrowed GAAP Net Loss Attributable to Cerus Corporation to
Reiterating Full-Year 2024 Product Revenue Guidance Range of
Recent highlights include:
- Fourth-quarter 2023 and full-year 2023 total revenue was comprised of (in thousands, except %):
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Three Months Ended |
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Twelve Months Ended |
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December 31, |
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Change |
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December 31, |
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Change |
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2023 |
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2022 |
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$ |
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% |
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2023 |
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2022 |
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$ |
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% |
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Product Revenue |
$ |
46,768 |
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$ |
44,034 |
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$ |
2,734 |
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|
6 |
% |
|
$ |
156,367 |
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$ |
162,048 |
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$ |
(5,681 |
) |
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-4 |
% |
Government Contract Revenue |
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6,574 |
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7,287 |
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(713 |
) |
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-10 |
% |
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30,430 |
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26,267 |
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4,163 |
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16 |
% |
Total Revenue |
$ |
53,342 |
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$ |
51,321 |
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$ |
2,021 |
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|
4 |
% |
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$ |
186,797 |
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$ |
188,315 |
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$ |
(1,518 |
) |
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-1 |
% |
-
The Company is reiterating its full-year 2024 annual product revenue guidance range of
to$172 million . Included in this range is full-year 2024 guidance for INTERCEPT Fibrinogen Complex, which is expected to be between$175 million to$8 million .$10 million -
Cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments were
at December 31, 2023.$65.9 million
“Our fourth quarter performance sets the stage well for what we expect will be sustainable growth, beginning in 2024. On the commercial side, we continue to expect double-digit product revenue growth in 2024, rooted in both the expansion of our INTERCEPT platelet and plasma systems in both the
“For the fourth quarter, reported net loss attributable to Cerus Corporation narrowed to
Revenue
Product revenue during the fourth quarter of 2023 was
Fourth-quarter 2023 government contract revenue was
Product Gross Profit & Margin
Product gross profit for the fourth quarter of 2023 was
Full-year 2023 product gross profit was
Operating Expenses
Total operating expenses for the fourth quarter of 2023 were
R&D expenses for the fourth quarter of 2023 were
Selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) expenses narrowed for the fourth quarter of 2023 and totaled
Net Loss Attributable to Cerus Corporation
Net loss attributable to Cerus Corporation for the fourth quarter of 2023 was
For the full year 2023, net loss attributable to Cerus Corporation was
Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA
Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter of 2023 was positive
Balance Sheet & Cash Use
At December 31, 2023, the Company had cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments of
As of December 31, 2023, the Company had
For the fourth quarter of 2023, net cash used in operating activities totaled
Reiterating 2024 Product Revenue Guidance
The Company expects full-year 2024 product revenue will be in the range of
Quarterly Conference Call
The Company will host a conference call at 4:30 P.M. EST this afternoon, during which management will discuss the Company’s financial results and provide a general business overview and outlook. To listen to the live webcast, please visit the Investor Relations page of the Cerus website at http://www.cerus.com/ir.
A replay will be available on Cerus’ website approximately three hours after the call through March 19, 2024.
ABOUT CERUS
Cerus Corporation is dedicated solely to safeguarding the world’s blood supply and aims to become the preeminent global blood products company. Headquartered in
INTERCEPT and the INTERCEPT Blood System are trademarks of Cerus Corporation.
Forward Looking Statements
Except for the historical statements contained herein, this press release contains forward-looking statements concerning Cerus’ products, prospects and expected results, including statements relating to: Cerus’ 2024 annual product revenue guidance and related expectation for double-digit product revenue growth; Cerus’ expectations for growth of INTERCEPT Fibrinogen Complex (IFC) through large national blood center partnerships; Cerus’ expectations with respect to adjusted EBITDA going forward; Cerus’ remaining on track to announce the top-line readout from the ReCePI study soon; Cerus continuing to have access to
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
We define adjusted EBITDA as net loss attributable to Cerus Corporation as reported on the consolidated statement of operations, as adjusted to exclude (i) net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest, (ii) provision for income taxes, (iii) foreign exchange (loss)/gain, (iv) interest income (expense), (v) other income (expense), net (vi) depreciation and amortization, (vii) share-based compensation, (viii) goodwill and asset impairments, (ix) costs associated with our noncontrolling interest in our joint venture in
Supplemental Tables
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Three Months Ended |
Twelve Months Ended |
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December 31 |
December 31 |
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2023 vs. 2022 |
2023 vs. 2022 |
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Platelet Kit Growth |
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( |
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International |
( |
( |
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Worldwide |
|
( |
|
Change in Calculated Number of Treatable Platelet Doses |
|
|
|
|
|
( |
|
International |
( |
( |
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Worldwide |
|
( |
|
* Dose treatable calculation based on the number of kits sold and the product configuration (single, double, and triple dose kits) |
CERUS CORPORATION |
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REVENUE BY REGION |
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(in thousands, except percentages) |
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Three Months Ended |
Twelve Months Ended |
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December 31, |
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Change |
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December 31, |
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Change |
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2023 |
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2022 |
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$ |
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% |
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2023 |
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2022 |
|
$ |
|
% |
|||||
|
$ |
32,110 |
|
$ |
30,122 |
|
$ |
1,988 |
|
7 |
% |
|
$ |
99,187 |
|
$ |
103,978 |
|
$ |
(4,791 |
) |
|
-5 |
% |
|
|
13,833 |
|
|
13,482 |
|
|
351 |
|
3 |
% |
|
|
55,008 |
|
|
56,297 |
|
|
(1,289 |
) |
|
-2 |
% |
Other |
|
825 |
|
|
430 |
|
|
395 |
|
92 |
% |
|
|
2,172 |
|
|
1,773 |
|
|
399 |
|
|
23 |
% |
Total product revenue |
$ |
46,768 |
|
$ |
44,034 |
|
$ |
2,734 |
|
6 |
% |
|
$ |
156,367 |
|
$ |
162,048 |
|
$ |
(5,681 |
) |
|
-4 |
% |
CERUS CORPORATION |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS |
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(in thousands, except per share information) |
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Unaudited Three Months Ended |
Twelve Months Ended |
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December 31, |
December 31, |
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|
2023 |
|
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2022 |
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Unaudited 2023 |
Audited 2022 |
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Product revenue |
$ |
46,768 |
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$ |
44,034 |
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$ |
156,367 |
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$ |
162,048 |
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Cost of product revenue |
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20,809 |
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19,498 |
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69,967 |
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74,954 |
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Gross profit on product revenue |
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25,959 |
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24,536 |
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86,400 |
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87,094 |
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Government contract revenue |
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6,574 |
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7,287 |
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30,430 |
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26,267 |
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Operating expenses: |
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Research and development |
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14,288 |
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18,614 |
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67,639 |
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64,107 |
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Selling, general and administrative |
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17,269 |
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23,160 |
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75,516 |
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83,335 |
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Restructuring |
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- |
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- |
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3,728 |
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- |
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Total operating expenses |
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31,557 |
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41,774 |
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146,883 |
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147,442 |
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Income (loss) from operations |
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976 |
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(9,951 |
) |
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(30,053 |
) |
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(34,081 |
) |
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Total non-operating expense, net |
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(2,293 |
) |
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(3,407 |
) |
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(7,269 |
) |
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(8,256 |
) |
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Loss before income taxes |
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(1,317 |
) |
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(13,358 |
) |
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(37,322 |
) |
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(42,337 |
) |
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Provision for income taxes |
|
72 |
|
|
267 |
|
|
325 |
|
|
488 |
|
||||
Net loss |
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(1,389 |
) |
|
(13,625 |
) |
|
(37,647 |
) |
|
(42,825 |
) |
||||
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest |
|
(61 |
) |
|
(1 |
) |
|
(158 |
) |
|
(46 |
) |
||||
Net loss attributable to Cerus Corporation |
$ |
(1,328 |
) |
$ |
(13,624 |
) |
$ |
(37,489 |
) |
$ |
(42,779 |
) |
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Net loss per share attributable to Cerus Corporation: |
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Basic and diluted |
$ |
(0.01 |
) |
$ |
(0.08 |
) |
$ |
(0.21 |
) |
$ |
(0.24 |
) |
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Weighted average shares outstanding: |
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Basic and diluted |
|
181,216 |
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177,478 |
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180,270 |
|
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176,545 |
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CERUS CORPORATION |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS |
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(in thousands) |
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December 31, |
December 31, |
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2023 (unaudited) |
2022 (audited) |
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ASSETS |
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Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
$ |
11,647 |
$ |
35,585 |
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Short-term investments |
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54,205 |
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66,569 |
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Accounts receivable |
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35,500 |
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34,426 |
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Current inventories |
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39,868 |
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29,003 |
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Prepaid and other current assets |
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3,221 |
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4,561 |
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Total current assets |
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144,441 |
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170,144 |
|||
Non-current assets: |
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Property and equipment, net |
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8,640 |
|
10,969 |
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Operating lease right-of-use assets |
|
10,713 |
|
12,512 |
|||
Goodwill |
|
1,316 |
|
1,316 |
|||
Non-current inventories |
|
19,501 |
|
15,494 |
|||
Restricted cash and other assets |
|
13,137 |
|
7,657 |
|||
Total assets |
$ |
197,748 |
$ |
218,092 |
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY |
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Current liabilities: |
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Accounts payable and accrued liabilities |
$ |
43,067 |
$ |
58,205 |
|||
Debt – current |
|
20,000 |
|
56,159 |
|||
Operating lease liabilities – current |
|
2,452 |
|
2,105 |
|||
Deferred revenue – current |
|
2,002 |
|
589 |
|||
Total current liabilities |
|
67,521 |
|
117,058 |
|||
Non-current liabilities: |
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Debt – non-current |
|
59,796 |
|
13,644 |
|||
Operating lease liabilities – non-current |
|
13,751 |
|
15,329 |
|||
Other non-current liabilities |
|
3,236 |
|
3,499 |
|||
Total liabilities |
|
144,304 |
|
149,530 |
|||
Stockholders' equity: |
|
52,650 |
|
67,610 |
|||
Noncontrolling interest |
|
794 |
|
952 |
|||
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity |
$ |
197,748 |
$ |
218,092 |
CERUS CORPORATION |
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UNAUDITED RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP ADJUSTED EBITDA |
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(in thousands) |
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Three Months Ended |
Twelve Months Ended |
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December 31 |
December 31 |
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|
2023 |
|
|
|
2022 |
|
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|
2023 |
|
|
|
2022 |
|
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Net loss attributable to Cerus Corporation |
$ |
(1,328 |
) |
$ |
(13,624 |
) |
$ |
(37,489 |
) |
$ |
(42,779 |
) |
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Adjustments to net loss attributable to Cerus Corporation: |
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Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest |
|
(61 |
) |
|
(1 |
) |
|
(158 |
) |
|
(46 |
) |
||||
Provision for income taxes |
|
72 |
|
|
267 |
|
|
325 |
|
|
488 |
|
||||
Total non-operating expense, net (i) |
|
2,293 |
|
|
3,407 |
|
|
7,269 |
|
|
8,256 |
|
||||
Income (loss) from operations |
|
976 |
|
|
(9,951 |
) |
|
(30,053 |
) |
|
(34,081 |
) |
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Adjustments to loss from operations: |
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Operating depreciation and amortization |
|
1,221 |
|
|
990 |
|
|
4,534 |
|
|
4,073 |
|
||||
Government contract revenue (ii) |
|
(6,574 |
) |
|
(7,287 |
) |
|
(30,430 |
) |
|
(26,267 |
) |
||||
Direct expenses attributable to government contracts (iii) |
|
4,093 |
|
|
5,293 |
|
|
20,893 |
|
|
19,303 |
|
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Share-based compensation (iv) |
|
4,903 |
|
|
7,255 |
|
|
20,271 |
|
|
24,456 |
|
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Costs attributable to noncontrolling interest (v) |
|
124 |
|
|
1 |
|
|
334 |
|
|
67 |
|
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Restructuring (vi) |
|
- |
|
|
- |
|
|
3,728 |
|
|
- |
|
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Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA |
$ |
4,743 |
|
$ |
(3,699 |
) |
$ |
(10,723 |
) |
$ |
(12,449 |
) |
i. |
Includes interest income/expense and foreign exchange gains/losses. |
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ii. |
Represents revenue related to the cost reimbursement provisions under our government contracts. |
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iii. |
Represents the direct expenses attributable to work supporting government contracts, which are reimbursed and reflect under government contract revenue in the condensed consolidated statement of operations. |
|
iv. |
Represents non-cash stock-based compensation. |
|
v. |
Represents costs associated with the noncontrolling interest in Cerus Zhongbaokang ( |
|
vi. |
Represents costs associated with the Company’s restructuring plan implemented in June 2023. |
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Jessica Hanover – Vice President, Corporate Affairs
Cerus Corporation
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