Amicus Therapeutics Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Corporate Updates
Amicus Therapeutics reported a total revenue of $110.4M for 1Q 2024, showing a 28% increase year-over-year. They raised their full-year 2024 revenue growth guidance to 25%-30%. Galafold sales increased by 15%, with Pombiliti + Opfolda sales growing by 30%. Non-GAAP profitability is projected for 2024. The company aims to achieve double-digit Galafold revenue growth and launch Pombiliti + Opfolda successfully.
1Q 2024 total revenue of $110.4M, a 28% YoY increase.
Galafold sales increased by 15% to $99.4M in 1Q 2024.
Pombiliti + Opfolda sales grew by 30% in 1Q 2024.
Raised full-year 2024 revenue growth guidance to 25%-30%.
Projected full-year 2024 non-GAAP profitability.
Focused on achieving double-digit Galafold revenue growth and successful Pombiliti + Opfolda launches.
Total GAAP operating expenses increased by 6% to $124.6M in 1Q 2024.
Non-GAAP net loss of $4.6M, or $0.02 per share, in 1Q 2024.
Cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities decreased to $239.6M at March 31, 2024.
Galafold sales growth lower than expected at 15% in 1Q 2024.
Insights
Amicus Therapeutics' first-quarter financials signal a robust year-over-year revenue growth of 28%, with a particular emphasis on the Galafold product line which shows a strong increase in sales. This growth trajectory is noteworthy as it exceeds the industry average for biotech firms, which typically aim for high single-digit to low double-digit percentage growth annually. The raised guidance for both total revenue and specifically Galafold indicates management's confidence in the continued demand for its products.
Despite the top-line growth, investors should note the GAAP net loss reduction from $52.9 million to $48.4 million year-over-year. While still operating at a loss, the company is moving in the right direction towards profitability, which is further underscored by the projection of achieving full-year non-GAAP profitability in 2024. However, the decrease in cash and cash equivalents from the previous quarter suggests a high burn rate that investors should watch closely, especially since biotech firms require significant capital to fund ongoing research and development activities.
The introduction of Pombiliti + Opfolda and its reported successful launch, presents a strategic expansion of Amicus' product portfolio beyond Galafold. With over 155 patients on treatment or scheduled to be treated, this new therapy has the potential to capture a significant market share in the treatment of rare diseases, such as Fabry and Pompe, which often have limited therapeutic options. The indication of a 30% increase from the previous quarter for these products suggests rapid market adoption and could represent a new growth avenue for the company.
From a long-term perspective, Amicus' focus on advancing ongoing studies and maintaining scientific leadership in rare diseases is a positive sign for sustainable growth and innovation. The medical community and investors alike often scrutinize the progress in studies and trials as they can be leading indicators for future regulatory approvals and commercial successes.
Amicus' strategic focus on rare diseases is a prudent choice given the typically high barriers to entry and lower competition in this space. The company's use of pharmacological chaperones and enzyme replacement therapies (ERT) showcases a commitment to innovative approaches within the biopharmaceutical industry. These therapies are designed to modify disease progression, which is a significant value proposition for patients with limited treatment options.
Another aspect for investors to consider is the reliance on non-GAAP financial measures. While these figures can be useful in assessing the company's operational performance by excluding non-recurring transactions, it's important for investors to understand the differences between GAAP and non-GAAP results for a holistic view of financial health. The stated lack of availability of a reconciliation between non-GAAP expectations and GAAP measures due to variability and complexity may raise concerns about transparency for some stakeholders.
1Q 2024 Total Revenue of
Guiding to Full-Year 2024 Total Revenue Growth of
Raising Full-Year 2024 Galafold® Guidance on Continued Strong Demand
Strong Pombiliti® + Opfolda® Launch with Increasing Rate of Commercial Patient Starts
Reiterating Full-Year Non-GAAP Profitability Projected in 2024
Conference Call and Webcast Today at 8:30 a.m. ET
PRINCETON, N.J., May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amicus Therapeutics (Nasdaq: FOLD), a patient-dedicated global biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing novel medicines for rare diseases, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.
“Amicus delivered a great start to the year across our global business,” said Bradley Campbell, President and Chief Executive Officer of Amicus Therapeutics, Inc. “In the first quarter, we continued to deliver excellent commercial performance. Once again, we have delivered mid-teen growth in global sales of Galafold, leading us to raise our product guidance for the year. We are also very pleased with the strong commercial launch of Pombiliti and Opfolda, which continues to build momentum with an increasing rate of commercial patient starts in the first months of the year. In 2024, we look to deliver significant total revenue growth of
First Quarter 2024 Financial Highlights:
- Total revenue in the first quarter 2024 was
$110.4 million , a year-over-year increase of28% from total revenue of$86.3 million in the first quarter 2023. On a constant currency basis (CER)1, first-quarter 2024 total revenue growth was28% .
| (in thousands) | Three Months Ended March 31, | Year-over-Year % Growth | |||||||
| 2024 | 2023 | Reported | at CER1 | ||||||
| Galafold® | 99,359 | 86,112 | |||||||
| Pombiliti® + Opfolda® | 11,044 | 158 | n/a | n/a | |||||
| Net Product Revenues | |||||||||
- Galafold (migalastat) net product sales were
$99.4 million in the first quarter 2024, a year-over-year increase of15% , or16% at constant exchange rates1. - Pombiliti (cipaglucosidase alfa-atga) + Opfolda (miglustat) net product sales were
$11.0 million in the first quarter 2024, a30% increase from the fourth quarter of 2023. As of the end of April, over 155 patients are on treatment with commercial product or scheduled to be treated. - Total GAAP operating expenses of
$124.6 million for the first quarter 2024 increased by6% as compared to$117.0 million for the first quarter 2023. Total non-GAAP operating expenses of$85.6 million for the first quarter 2024 increased by6% as compared to$80.6 million for the first quarter 2023. - GAAP net loss was
$48.4 million , or$0.16 per share, for the first quarter 2024, and was reduced compared to a net loss of$52.9 million , or$0.18 per share, for the first quarter 2023. Non-GAAP net loss was$4.6 million , or$0.02 per share, for the first quarter 2024, and was reduced compared to a net loss of$16.8 million , or$0.06 per share, for first quarter 20232. - Cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities totaled
$239.6 million at March 31, 2024, compared to$286.2 million at December 31, 2023.
2024 Financial Guidance:
| Updated | Previous | |
| Total Revenue Growth1 | n/a | |
| Galafold Revenue Growth1 | ||
| Pombiliti + Opfolda Revenue1 | n/a | |
| Non-GAAP Operating Expense3 | ||
Amicus is focused on the following key strategic priorities in 2024:
- Delivering double-digit Galafold revenue growth
- Executing multiple successful launches of Pombiliti + Opfolda
- Advancing ongoing studies to support medical and scientific leadership in Fabry and Pompe diseases
- Achieving full-year non-GAAP profitability4
1 At constant exchange rates (CER). In order to illustrate underlying performance, Amicus discusses its results in terms of constant exchange rate (CER) growth. This represents growth calculated as if the exchange rates had remained unchanged from those used in the comparative period. Full-year revenue guidance utilizes actual exchange rate as of December 31, 2023.
2 Full reconciliation of GAAP results to the Company’s non-GAAP adjusted measures for the reporting period(s) appear in the tables to this press release.
3 A reconciliation of the differences between the non-GAAP expectation and the corresponding GAAP measure is not available without unreasonable effort due to high variability, complexity, and low visibility as to the items that would be excluded from the GAAP measure.
4 Based on projections of Amicus’ non-GAAP Net (Loss) Income under current operating plans, which includes successful Pombiliti + Opfolda launch and continued Galafold growth. Amicus defines non-GAAP Net (Loss) Income as GAAP Net (Loss) Income excluding the impact of share-based compensation expense, changes in fair value of contingent consideration, loss on impairment of assets, depreciation and amortization, acquisition-related income (Expense), loss on extinguishment of debt, restructuring charges and income taxes.
Conference Call and Webcast
Amicus Therapeutics will host a conference call and audio webcast today, May 9, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the first quarter 2024 financial results and corporate updates. Participants and investors interested in accessing the call by phone will need to register using the online registration form. After registering, all phone participants will receive a dial-in number along with a PIN number to access the event.
A live audio webcast and related presentation materials can also be accessed via the Investors section of the Amicus Therapeutics corporate website at ir.amicusrx.com. Web participants are encouraged to register on the website 15 minutes prior to the start of the call. An archived webcast and accompanying slides will be available on the Company's website shortly after the conclusion of the live event.
About Galafold
Galafold® (migalastat) 123 mg capsules is an oral pharmacological chaperone of alpha-Galactosidase A (alpha-Gal A) for the treatment of Fabry disease in adults who have amenable galactosidase alpha gene (GLA) variants. In these patients, Galafold works by stabilizing the body’s own dysfunctional enzyme so that it can clear the accumulation of disease substrate. Globally, Amicus Therapeutics estimates that approximately 35 to 50 percent of people living with Fabry disease may have amenable GLA variants, though amenability rates within this range vary by geography. Galafold is approved in more than 40 countries around the world, including the U.S., EU, U.K., and Japan.
U.S. INDICATIONS AND USAGE
Galafold is indicated for the treatment of adults with a confirmed diagnosis of Fabry disease and an amenable galactosidase alpha gene (GLA) variant based on in vitro assay data.
This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on reduction in kidney interstitial capillary cell globotriaosylceramide (KIC GL-3) substrate. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in confirmatory trials.
U.S. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
ADVERSE REACTIONS
The most common adverse reactions reported with Galafold (≥
USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
There is insufficient clinical data on Galafold use in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk for major birth defects and miscarriage. Advise women of the potential risk to a fetus.
It is not known if Galafold is present in human milk. Therefore, the developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for Galafold and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from Galafold or from the underlying maternal condition.
Galafold is not recommended for use in patients with severe renal impairment or end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis.
The safety and effectiveness of Galafold have not been established in pediatric patients.
To report Suspected Adverse Reactions, contact Amicus Therapeutics at 1-877-4AMICUS or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
For additional information about Galafold, including the full U.S. Prescribing Information, please visit https://www.amicusrx.com/pi/Galafold.pdf.
About Pombiliti + Opfolda
Pombiliti + Opfolda, is a two-component therapy that consists of cipaglucosidase alfa-atga, a bis-M6P-enriched rhGAA that facilitates high-affinity uptake through the M6P receptor while retaining its capacity for processing into the most active form of the enzyme, and the oral enzyme stabilizer, miglustat, that’s designed to reduce loss of enzyme activity in the blood.
U.S. INDICATIONS AND USAGE
POMBILITI in combination with OPFOLDA is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with late-onset Pompe disease (lysosomal acid alpha-glucosidase [GAA] deficiency) weighing ≥40 kg and who are not improving on their current enzyme replacement therapy (ERT).
SAFETY INFORMATION
HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTIONS INCLUDING ANAPHYLAXIS: Appropriate medical support measures, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment, should be readily available. If a severe hypersensitivity reaction occurs, POMBILITI should be discontinued immediately and appropriate medical treatment should be initiated. INFUSION-ASSOCIATED REACTIONS (IARs): If severe IARs occur, immediately discontinue POMBILITI and initiate appropriate medical treatment. RISK OF ACUTE CARDIORESPIRATORY FAILURE IN SUSCEPTIBLE PATIENTS: Patients susceptible to fluid volume overload, or those with acute underlying respiratory illness or compromised cardiac or respiratory function, may be at risk of serious exacerbation of their cardiac or respiratory status during POMBILITI infusion. See PI for complete Boxed Warning. CONTRAINDICATION: POMBILITI in combination with Opfolda is contraindicated in pregnancy. EMBRYO-FETAL TOXICITY: May cause embryo-fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus and to use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 60 days after the last dose. Adverse Reactions: Most common adverse reactions ≥
About Amicus Therapeutics
Amicus Therapeutics (Nasdaq: FOLD) is a global, patient-dedicated biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing and delivering novel high-quality medicines for people living with rare diseases. With extraordinary patient focus, Amicus Therapeutics is committed to advancing and expanding a pipeline of cutting-edge, first- or best-in-class medicines for rare diseases. For more information, please visit the company’s website at www.amicusrx.com, and follow on X and LinkedIn.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In addition to financial information prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP, this press release also contains adjusted financial measures that we believe provide investors and management with supplemental information relating to operating performance and trends that facilitate comparisons between periods and with respect to projected information. These adjusted financial measures are non-GAAP measures and should be considered in addition to, but not as a substitute for, the information prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. We use these non-GAAP measures as key performance measures for the purpose of evaluating operational performance and cash requirements internally. We typically exclude certain GAAP items that management does not believe affect our basic operations and that do not meet the GAAP definition of unusual or non-recurring items. Other companies may define these measures in different ways. When we provide our expectation for non-GAAP operating expenses and profitability on a forward-looking basis, a reconciliation of the differences between the non-GAAP expectation and the corresponding GAAP measure generally is not available without unreasonable effort due to potentially high variability, complexity and low visibility as to the items that would be excluded from the GAAP measure in the relevant future period, such as unusual gains or losses. The variability of the excluded items may have a significant, and potentially unpredictable, impact on our future GAAP results.
Forward Looking Statement
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 relating to preclinical and clinical development of our product candidates, the timing and reporting of results from preclinical studies and clinical trials, the prospects and timing of the potential regulatory approval of our product candidates, commercialization plans, manufacturing and supply plans, financing plans, and the projected revenues and cash position for the Company. The inclusion of forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation by us that any of our plans will be achieved. Any or all of the forward-looking statements in this press release may turn out to be wrong and can be affected by inaccurate assumptions we might make or by known or unknown risks and uncertainties. For example, with respect to statements regarding the goals, progress, timing, and outcomes of discussions with regulatory authorities and pricing and reimbursement authorities, are based on current information. Actual results may differ materially from those set forth in this release due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in our business, including, without limitation: the potential that results of clinical or preclinical studies indicate that the product candidates are unsafe or ineffective; the potential that it may be difficult to enroll patients in our clinical trials; the potential that regulatory authorities may not grant or may delay approval for our product candidates; the potential that required regulatory inspections may be delayed or not be successful and delay or prevent product approval; the potential that we may not be successful in negotiations with pricing and reimbursement authorities; the potential that we may not be successful in commercializing Galafold and/or Pombiliti and Opfolda in Europe, the UK, the US and other geographies; the potential that preclinical and clinical studies could be delayed because we identify serious side effects or other safety issues; the potential that we may not be able to manufacture or supply sufficient clinical or commercial products; and the potential that we will need additional funding to complete all of our studies, the manufacturing, and commercialization of our products. With respect to statements regarding corporate financial guidance and financial goals and the expected attainment of such goals and projections of the Company's revenue, non-GAAP profitability and cash position, actual results may differ based on market factors and the Company's ability to execute its operational and budget plans. In addition, all forward-looking statements are subject to other risks detailed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, and on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2024, to be filed today. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, and we undertake no obligation to revise or update this news release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.
CONTACT:
Investors:
Amicus Therapeutics
Andrew Faughnan
Vice President, Investor Relations
afaughnan@amicusrx.com
(609) 662-3809
Media:
Amicus Therapeutics
Diana Moore
Head of Global Corporate Affairs and Communications
dmoore@amicusrx.com
(609) 662-5079
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TABLE 1
| Amicus Therapeutics, Inc. Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (in thousands, except share and per share amounts) | |||||||
| Three Months Ended March 31, | |||||||
| 2024 | 2023 | ||||||
| Net product sales | $ | 110,403 | $ | 86,270 | |||
| Cost of goods sold | 13,567 | 6,942 | |||||
| Gross profit | 96,836 | 79,328 | |||||
| Operating expenses: | |||||||
| Research and development | 28,329 | 41,499 | |||||
| Selling, general, and administrative | 88,029 | 73,957 | |||||
| Changes in fair value of contingent consideration payable | — | 251 | |||||
| Restructuring charges | 6,045 | — | |||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 2,154 | 1,257 | |||||
| Total operating expenses | 124,557 | 116,964 | |||||
| Loss from operations | (27,721 | ) | (37,636 | ) | |||
| Other expense: | |||||||
| Interest income | 1,540 | 2,199 | |||||
| Interest expense | (12,436 | ) | (11,844 | ) | |||
| Other expense | (4,966 | ) | (5,938 | ) | |||
| Loss before income tax | (43,583 | ) | (53,219 | ) | |||
| Income tax (expense) benefit | (4,836 | ) | 287 | ||||
| Net loss attributable to common stockholders | $ | (48,419 | ) | $ | (52,932 | ) | |
| Net loss attributable to common stockholders per common share — basic and diluted | $ | (0.16 | ) | $ | (0.18 | ) | |
| Weighted-average common shares outstanding — basic and diluted | 302,903,009 | 291,336,750 | |||||
TABLE 2
| Amicus Therapeutics, Inc. Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (in thousands, except share and per share amounts) | |||||||
| March 31, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | ||||||
| Assets | |||||||
| Current assets: | |||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ | 209,761 | $ | 246,994 | |||
| Investments in marketable securities | 29,842 | 39,206 | |||||
| Accounts receivable | 76,433 | 87,632 | |||||
| Inventories | 60,759 | 59,696 | |||||
| Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 54,444 | 49,533 | |||||
| Total current assets | 431,239 | 483,061 | |||||
| Operating lease right-of-use assets, net | 23,003 | 26,312 | |||||
| Property and equipment, less accumulated depreciation of | 32,421 | 31,667 | |||||
| Intangible assets, less accumulated amortization of | 19,672 | 20,490 | |||||
| Goodwill | 197,797 | 197,797 | |||||
| Other non-current assets | 17,657 | 18,553 | |||||
| Total Assets | $ | 721,789 | $ | 777,880 | |||
| Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity | |||||||
| Current liabilities: | |||||||
| Accounts payable | $ | 9,210 | $ | 15,120 | |||
| Accrued expenses and other current liabilities | 124,622 | 144,245 | |||||
| Operating lease liabilities | 8,270 | 8,324 | |||||
| Total current liabilities | 142,102 | 167,689 | |||||
| Long-term debt | 388,391 | 387,858 | |||||
| Operating lease liabilities | 47,831 | 48,877 | |||||
| Other non-current liabilities | 12,771 | 13,282 | |||||
| Total liabilities | 591,095 | 617,706 | |||||
| Commitments and contingencies | |||||||
| Stockholders’ equity: | |||||||
| Common stock, | 2,922 | 2,918 | |||||
| Additional paid-in capital | 2,853,550 | 2,836,018 | |||||
| Accumulated other comprehensive loss: | |||||||
| Foreign currency translation adjustment | 6,847 | 5,429 | |||||
| Unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities | (203 | ) | (188 | ) | |||
| Warrants | 71 | 71 | |||||
| Accumulated deficit | (2,732,493 | ) | (2,684,074 | ) | |||
| Total stockholders’ equity | 130,694 | 160,174 | |||||
| Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity | $ | 721,789 | $ | 777,880 | |||
TABLE 3
| Amicus Therapeutics, Inc. Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (in thousands) (Unaudited) | ||||||||
| Three Months Ended March 31, | ||||||||
| 2024 | 2023 | |||||||
| Total operating expenses - as reported GAAP | $ | 124,557 | $ | 116,964 | ||||
| Research and development: | ||||||||
| Stock-based compensation | 4,871 | 8,490 | ||||||
| Selling, general and administrative: | ||||||||
| Stock-based compensation | 25,932 | 26,404 | ||||||
| Restructuring charges | 6,045 | — | ||||||
| Changes in fair value of contingent consideration payable | — | 251 | ||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 2,154 | 1,257 | ||||||
| Total operating expense adjustments to reported GAAP | 39,002 | 36,402 | ||||||
| Total operating expenses - as adjusted | $ | 85,555 | $ | 80,562 | ||||
TABLE 4
| Amicus Therapeutics, Inc. Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (in thousands, except share and per share amounts) (Unaudited) | ||||||||
| Three Months Ended March 31, | ||||||||
| 2024 | 2023 | |||||||
| GAAP net loss | $ | (48,419 | ) | $ | (52,932 | ) | ||
| Share-based compensation | 30,803 | 34,894 | ||||||
| Changes in fair value of contingent consideration payable | — | 251 | ||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 2,154 | 1,257 | ||||||
| Restructuring charges | 6,045 | — | ||||||
| Income tax expense (benefit) | 4,836 | (287 | ) | |||||
| Non-GAAP net loss | $ | (4,581 | ) | $ | (16,817 | ) | ||
| Non-GAAP net loss attributable to common stockholders per common share — basic and diluted | $ | (0.02 | ) | $ | (0.06 | ) | ||
| Weighted-average common shares outstanding — basic and diluted | 302,903,009 | 291,336,750 | ||||||
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