United-Guardian Reports 2024 Financial Results

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United-Guardian (NASDAQ:UG) reported strong financial results for FY 2024, with net sales increasing 12% to $12.18 million from $10.89 million in 2023. Net income rose to $3.25 million ($0.71 per share) from $2.58 million ($0.56 per share) in 2023.

The company saw significant growth in key segments:

• Cosmetics ingredients sales up 32%, driven by increased orders from their largest distributor and regained market share in China
• Medical lubricants sales increased 16%, supported by higher demand from a major Chinese contract manufacturer
• Pharmaceutical sales declined 5% due to Renacidin supply disruption in late 2023 and early 2024

Positive

• Net sales increased 12% to $12.18 million
• Net income grew 26% to $3.25 million
• EPS improved 27% to $0.71
• Cosmetic ingredients sales up 32%
• Medical lubricants sales increased 16%
• Regained market share in China

Negative

• Pharmaceutical sales declined 5%
• Supply chain disruption affected Renacidin sales

Insights

Financial Analyst

United-Guardian's 2024 results demonstrate noteworthy operational efficiency with 12% sales growth translating into a more substantial 26% increase in net income. This disproportionate profit improvement suggests excellent cost management and potentially a shift toward higher-margin products.

The cosmetics segment's 32% growth provides significant momentum, particularly because it stems from regaining market share in China rather than just general market expansion. This indicates successful competitive positioning against rivals. Similarly, medical lubricant growth of 16% strengthens the company's revenue diversification.

EPS increasing from $0.56 to $0.71 represents a 27% improvement, slightly exceeding net income growth due to a consistent share count. For context, with a market cap of approximately $45.7 million, this performance is particularly meaningful given the company's scale.

While pharmaceutical sales declined 5%, management attributes this to a temporary supply disruption rather than market demand issues. The resumption of normal supply levels suggests this segment could return to growth in 2025.

The results reveal both strength and vulnerability: strong growth and operational execution are evident, but concentration risk exists with significant reliance on Chinese distributors and manufacturers across multiple product lines. This geographic concentration creates both opportunity and risk worth monitoring.

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United-Guardian, Inc. (NASDAQ:UG) reported that net sales and net income for FY 2024 increased compared to FY 2023. Net sales for the year increased by 12% from $10,885,154 in 2023 to $12,181,971 in 2024, generating net income of $3,250,875 ($0.71 per share) in 2024 compared to $2,581,370 ($0.56 per share) in 2023.

Donna Vigilante, President of United-Guardian, stated, “We are pleased to announce that net sales and net income increased from 2023 to 2024. Sales of cosmetics ingredients and medical lubricants increased by 32% and 16%, respectively. The increase in cosmetic ingredient sales was primarily due to increased purchase orders from our largest distributor. Based on feedback from our distributor, the increase was due to greater demand for our products in China as a result of regaining market share at certain key accounts. The increase in medical lubricants was driven by greater demand from one of our large contract manufacturer customers in China. Pharmaceutical sales decreased by 5% in 2024, due to a supply disruption of Renacidin, our main pharmaceutical product, that we experienced at the end of 2023 and carried into the first quarter of 2024. This disruption impacted our sales of Renacidin for 2024. Sales began increasing once supply levels resumed, and we are hopeful that sales of Renacidin will return to their previous levels in 2025.”

United-Guardian is a manufacturer of cosmetic ingredients, sexual wellness ingredients, pharmaceuticals, and medical lubricants.

Contact:	Donna Vigilante
	(631) 273-0900
	dvigilante@u-g.com

NOTE: This press release contains both historical and "forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements about the company’s expectations or beliefs concerning future events, such as financial performance, business prospects, and similar matters, are being made in reliance upon the “safe harbor” provisions of that Act. Such statements are subject to a variety of factors that could cause our actual results or performance to differ materially from the anticipated results or performance expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. For further information about the risks and uncertainties that may affect the company’s business please refer to the company's reports and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

FINANCIAL RESULTS AS OF AND FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024 AND 2023 STATEMENTS OF INCOME
		Years ended December 31,
		2024				2023
Net sales		$	12,181,971			$	10,885,154
Costs and expenses:
Cost of sales			5,721,584				5,479,566
Operating expenses			2,356,819				2,078,564
Research and development			456,779				463,992
Total costs and expenses			8,535,182				8,022,122
Income from operations			3,646,789				2,863,032
Other income:
Investment income			434,679				306,651
Net gain on marketable securities			26,989				81,095
Total other income			461,668				387,746
Income before provision for income taxes			4,108,457				3,250,778
Provision for income taxes			857,582				669,408
Net income		$	3,250,875			$	2,581,370
Earnings per common share (basic and diluted)		$	0.71			$	0.56
Weighted average shares (basic and diluted)			4,594,319				4,594,319

                       

BALANCE SHEET DATA (condensed)
		December 31,
		2024				2023
Current assets:	$	12,665,551			$	12,252,713
Deferred income taxes, net		175,397				50,930
Property, plant, and equipment, net		956,387				619,195
Total assets		13,797,335				12,922,838
Current liabilities:		1,914,469				1,534,256
Total liabilities		1,914,469				1,534,256
Stockholders’ equity		11,882,866				11,388,582
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	$	13,797,335			$	12,922,838

FAQ

What was United-Guardian's (UG) revenue growth in 2024?

United-Guardian's revenue grew 12% to $12.18 million in 2024, up from $10.89 million in 2023.

How much did United-Guardian's (UG) earnings per share increase in 2024?

UG's earnings per share increased to $0.71 in 2024 from $0.56 in 2023, representing a 27% growth.

What caused the growth in United-Guardian's (UG) cosmetic ingredients sales for 2024?

UG's cosmetic ingredients sales grew 32% due to increased orders from their largest distributor and regained market share in China.

Why did United-Guardian's (UG) pharmaceutical sales decline in 2024?

UG's pharmaceutical sales decreased 5% due to a supply disruption of Renacidin that occurred in late 2023 and continued into Q1 2024.