The chart below shows how CMRX performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, CMRX sees a +17.85% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +3.05% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -8.48%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Net Loss Improvement: In the third quarter of 2024, the company reported a net loss of $22.9 million, an improvement compared to a net loss of $24 million in the third quarter of 2023.
R&D Expense Increase: Research and development expenses increased to $19.6 million for the third quarter of 2024 compared to $17.4 million for the same period of 2023, driven primarily by increased spending in the ACT ION study.
Administrative Expense Reduction: General and administrative expenses decreased to $5.2 million for the third quarter of 2024 compared to $9.3 million for the same period in 2023, reflecting a reduction in one-time non-cash expenses related to historical grants.
Strong Cash Position: The company ended the third quarter with just over $152 million in cash and cash equivalents, providing a solid financial foundation for future operations.
Cash Management Commitment: The company is committed to sensible cash management, with a cash runway extending into the fourth quarter of 2026.
Negative
Net Loss Comparison: For the third quarter of 2024, we reported a net loss of $22.9 million compared to a net loss of $24 million in the third quarter of 2023.
R&D Expense Increase: Research and development expenses increased to $19.6 million for the third quarter of 2024 compared to $17.4 million for the same period of 2023.
Increased Spending Impact: This was primarily driven by increased spending in the ACT ION study.
Administrative Expense Reduction: General and administrative expenses decreased to $5.2 million for the third quarter of 2024 compared to $9.3 million for the same period in 2023.
Cash and Cash Equivalents: We ended the third quarter with just over $152 million in cash and cash equivalents.
Chimerix, Inc. (CMRX) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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