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The earnings call summary presents a mixed picture. While EKTERLY's early market adoption and strong focus on high-burden patients are positive, the lack of specific financial guidance and uncertainty around revenue projections and pricing in Germany introduce caution. The Q&A reveals concerns about demand fluctuations and management's reluctance to provide clear revenue guidance, which tempers overall optimism. The neutral sentiment reflects these balanced positive and negative factors, with no strong catalysts or deterrents to drive significant stock price movement in the short term.
Sales of EKTERLY $13.7 million for the launch period through September 30, which includes $1.4 million recorded in July. The sales were driven by specialty pharmacy partners stocking additional locations and building inventory to support growing patient demand.
Operating Expenses $59.7 million for the period, consisting of approximately $12 million in R&D expenses and approximately $46.5 million in SG&A expenses. SG&A expenses are expected to remain consistent as investments in EKTERLY's global launch continue.
Gross to Net Came in towards the low end of the expected range this quarter, driven largely by lower co-pay utilization typical for this time of year.
EKTERLY Launch: EKTERLY has been launched in the U.S. with steady adoption and strong demand. It is being used to treat a significant number of HAE attacks and is meeting patient expectations for efficacy and safety. The German launch has also begun, with initial uptake validating interest outside the U.S. Approvals have been secured in Australia, U.K., EU, and Switzerland.
KONFIDENT-KID Trial: Interim results show sebetralstat enables early, effective, and safe treatment of HAE attacks in children aged 2 to 11. The trial has fully recruited 36 children almost a year ahead of schedule, highlighting unmet needs. The median time to symptom relief was 1.5 hours, with no treatment-related adverse events.
KONFIDENT-S Trial: Data from over 2,700 attacks treated with EKTERLY shows reduced use of second doses and injectables over time, indicating growing patient confidence. High satisfaction rates were reported among patients switching from injectable therapies to sebetralstat.
Global Expansion: EKTERLY has been launched in Germany and is preparing for launches in the U.K. and Japan in 2026. Pricing and reimbursement discussions are ongoing in the U.K., and approval is being pursued in Japan with a partner.
Financial Performance: EKTERLY generated $13.7 million in sales during its initial 3-month launch period. Operating expenses were $59.7 million, with $12 million in R&D and $46.5 million in SG&A. The company is fully financed through profitability.
New Hires: Bilal Arif has been hired as Chief Operating Officer and Linea Aspesi as Chief People Officer, both bringing decades of experience to support the company's growth.
Strategic Positioning: The company aims to establish EKTERLY as the foundational therapy for HAE, displacing injectable options. It is focused on scaling in the U.S., expanding global access, and reinforcing confidence in EKTERLY's role across the treatment landscape.
Regulatory and Market Access Challenges: The company is still in the process of advancing pricing and reimbursement discussions in the U.K. and Japan, which could delay market access and revenue generation in these regions. Additionally, some U.S. payers require a step through icatibant, which could slow adoption.
Supply Chain and Inventory Risks: Specialty pharmacy partners are building inventory to meet growing demand, but any disruptions in the supply chain or inventory management could impact the availability of EKTERLY.
High Initial Costs and SG&A Expenses: The company reported $46.5 million in SG&A expenses for the quarter, with expectations for these costs to remain consistent as they invest in EKTERLY's global launch. This could strain financial resources if revenue growth does not meet expectations.
Dependence on High-Burden Patients: Early adoption of EKTERLY is primarily among high-burden patients. If the broader HAE population does not adopt the therapy at similar rates, it could limit long-term growth.
Competitive Pressures: The company faces competition from existing injectable on-demand therapies and must continue to demonstrate EKTERLY's advantages to maintain and grow market share.
Economic and Payer Dynamics: Economic uncertainties and payer policies could impact the affordability and accessibility of EKTERLY, potentially limiting its adoption.
Global Expansion of EKTERLY: KalVista is actively working on expanding EKTERLY's reach globally. The German launch has begun, and approval has been received in Australia, U.K., EU, and Switzerland. Pricing and reimbursement discussions are underway in the U.K. for a first-half 2026 launch, and a launch in Japan is expected in Q1 2026 with Kaken Pharmaceutical.
Pediatric NDA Submission: KalVista plans to submit a New Drug Application (NDA) for pediatric use of EKTERLY in Q3 2026, based on the KONFIDENT-KID trial results.
Market Access and Payer Coverage: Efforts are ongoing to formalize EKTERLY's access with payers, aiming for broader coverage in early 2026. Medical exceptions have been approved by all PBMs and large payers for both commercial and Medicare cases.
Revenue Growth and Financial Outlook: EKTERLY sales reached $13.7 million in the initial 3-month launch period. The company is fully financed through profitability, with SG&A expenses expected to remain consistent as global launch investments continue.
Clinical Data and Patient Satisfaction: KalVista continues to generate clinical data to support EKTERLY's efficacy and safety. High patient satisfaction rates and reduced reliance on injectable therapies are expected to drive long-term adoption.
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The earnings call summary presents a mixed picture. While EKTERLY's early market adoption and strong focus on high-burden patients are positive, the lack of specific financial guidance and uncertainty around revenue projections and pricing in Germany introduce caution. The Q&A reveals concerns about demand fluctuations and management's reluctance to provide clear revenue guidance, which tempers overall optimism. The neutral sentiment reflects these balanced positive and negative factors, with no strong catalysts or deterrents to drive significant stock price movement in the short term.
The earnings call summary indicates positive sentiment with strong product development and business updates, including EKTERLY's successful launch and positive feedback on side effects. The Q&A section highlights minimal adverse events and growing patient adoption, which are positive indicators. Despite some unclear management responses, the overall sentiment leans positive due to optimistic guidance and market growth projections.
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