ASRT Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how ASRT performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, ASRT sees a -3.69% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -7.54% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +2.99%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
ASRT Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
32.18M
-2.43%
10.20%
Gross Margin
43.19%
-22.94%
-15.81%
Operating Margin
-27.35%
38.97%
190.65%
Net Margin
-32.55%
-81.29%
225.50%
EPS
-0.11
-81.67%
266.67%
No Data Available
ASRT Earnings Analysis
Assertio Holdings Inc Corporation (ASRT.O) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Rolvedon Sales Success: Assertio exceeded $60 million in Rolvedon sales, demonstrating strong performance in the community oncology clinic segment.
Operating Cash Flow Achievement: The company generated $26.4 million in operating cash flows in 2024, exceeding the high-end cash goal of $100 million.
Strong Sales Performance: Rolvedon sales exceeded expectations at $60.1 million for the full year, indicating strong market acceptance and demand.
Indocin Sales Performance: Indocin sales also exceeded expectations at $26.8 million, showcasing resilience despite generic competition.
Commercial Pilot Project Success: The company completed a commercial pilot project for Sympazan, confirming that growth is probable with in-person promotion.
Leadership Appointments and Strategy: Assertio made significant leadership appointments, including Mary Pietryga as Chief Commercial Officer and Paul Schwichtenberg as Chief Transformation Officer, enhancing its strategic direction.
Balance Sheet Strengthening: The company strengthened its balance sheet, positioning itself for future growth and strategic opportunities.
Negative
Earnings Miss Report: Assertio Holdings, Inc. missed earnings expectations with a reported EPS of $-0.11, compared to expectations of $-0.05.
Net Income Loss Increase: The company reported a GAAP net income loss of $10.5 million in Q4, which is a significant increase from a loss of $2.9 million in Q3.
Q4 Adjusted EBITDA Loss: Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was a loss of $0.5 million, down from income of $5.3 million in the prior quarter, impacted by inventory write-downs and litigation contingencies.
Gross Margin Decline: Gross margin decreased to 61% in Q4 from 74% in Q3, primarily due to a $2.9 million write-down of excess inventory for Indocin, which faced generic competition.
Increased Operating Expenses: Total adjusted operating expenses for the year were $73.7 million, higher than expectations, mainly due to increased litigation-related costs.
Inventory Write-Down Impact: The company faced a $4.2 million write-down for Indocin excess inventory, which negatively impacted gross margins and overall financial performance.
Sales Growth Challenges: Rolvedon sales, while exceeding expectations at $60.1 million, are expected to face challenges in growth due to the competitive long-acting G-CSF market and the decline of Indocin.
2025 Financial Outlook Uncertainty: The outlook for 2025 includes uncertainty, with guidance for net sales between $108 million and $123 million, and adjusted EBITDA of $10 million to $19 million, indicating potential struggles ahead.
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ASRT Earning Call Sentiment
Assertio Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASRT) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
ASRT.O
1.85%Positive
The earnings call highlights several negative factors: increased litigation costs, competitive market risks, and uncertain sales guidance. While Rolvedon sales exceeded expectations, the gross margin decline and higher operational expenses, driven by litigation contingencies, weigh heavily. The Q&A session reveals uncertainties in market expansion and legal exposures. Despite the potential for acquisitions, the lack of a share repurchase program and the significant financial challenges suggest a negative outlook for the stock price over the next two weeks.
