The chart below shows how PEN performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, PEN sees a +2.80% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +5.08% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.46%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
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Earnings Per Share Beat: Penumbra, Inc. reported an EPS of $0.97, exceeding expectations of $0.88, indicating strong financial performance.
Revenue Growth Analysis: In Q4 2024, revenue reached $321.3 million, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 12.9% on an adjusted basis and 13% on a constant currency basis.
Thrombectomy Sales Surge: The U.S. thrombectomy business saw significant growth, with sales increasing 27.3% year-over-year to $180.6 million, driven by the CAVT portfolio's strong performance.
Revenue Increase Overview: For the full year 2024, total revenue increased 13.4% year-over-year to over $1.2 billion, with the U.S. thrombectomy business delivering a 26.8% increase to $646.7 million.
Gross Margin Improvement: Gross margin improved to 67.4%, up 170 basis points from the prior year, showcasing enhanced profitability.
Q4 Operating Income Increase: Operating income for Q4 was $48.6 million, or 15.1% of revenue, an increase of 200 basis points over the prior year period, indicating operational efficiency.
Strong Cash Flow Management: The company generated $49.1 million in operating cash in Q4, reflecting strong cash flow management.
Product Portfolio Expansion: Penumbra introduced 9 new products to the U.S. market in 2024, enhancing its product portfolio and market competitiveness.
Gross Margin Improvement: The company is on track to achieve a gross margin profile over 70% by the end of 2026, indicating a positive outlook for profitability.
VTE Revenue Surge: Penumbra's U.S. VTE franchise reported robust year-over-year revenue growth of 41%, highlighting strong market demand.
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International Revenue Decline: International revenue decreased 9.4% adjusted and 9.1% in constant currency, primarily due to a decline in China revenue of $15.4 million.
Gross Margin Analysis: The full year gross margin was 63.4%, which includes a one-time $33.4 million Immersive Healthcare inventory write-off, compared to 64.5% of revenue for the full year of 2023.
Decline in Adjusted EBITDA: Adjusted EBITDA in 2024 was $171 million or 14.2% of total revenue compared to 16.1% last year, indicating a decline in profitability.
Operating Expenses Analysis: Operating expenses for Q4 2024 were $167.9 million or 52.3% of revenue, which is a slight increase from 52.5% of revenue in Q4 2023, indicating rising costs.
Italian Payback Legislation Impact: The company faced a $5.8 million reserve related to Italian payback legislation, which could impact future financial performance.
Inventory Write-Off Impact: The winding down of the Immersive Healthcare business resulted in a one-time inventory write-off of $33.4 million, affecting overall profitability.
Penumbra, Inc. (NYSE:PEN) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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