Earnings Release • Oct 26, 2023
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Pierre Boulud, Chief Executive Officer, said: "bioMérieux delivered a solid performance during the third quarter of 2023. The BIOFIRE® non-respiratory panels kept on growing at a very strong pace while respiratory panels sales were resilient. In addition, the microbiology franchise performed very well, driven by both volumes and prices increases. We expect BIOFIRE® respiratory panels sales to be lower in Q4 2023 than in Q4 2022, inflated by the triple-demic, but we are confident to achieve our full year targets."
Marcy l'Étoile, France, October 26, 2023 – bioMérieux, a world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics, today releases its business review for the nine months ended September 30, 2023.
NB: Unless otherwise stated, sales growth is expressed at constant exchange rates and scope of consolidation (like-for-like).
Consolidated sales amounted to €2,668 million for the first nine months of 2023 versus €2,560 million for the prior-year period, representing a growth of +4.2% as reported. Organic growth (at constant exchange rates and scope of consolidation) reached +8.0% for the first nine months of the year. Changes in exchange rates

had a negative €92 million impact over 9 months, due to the appreciation of the euro against most of the other currencies and mainly the US dollar, the Chinese yuan and the Argentinian peso.
| In € millions | ||
|---|---|---|
| SALES - NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 | 2,560 | |
| Currency effect | -92 | -3.6% |
| Changes in scope of consolidation | 0 | |
| Organic growth (at constant exchange rates and scope of consolidation) | +204 | +8.0% |
| SALES - NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 | 2,668 | +4.2% |
NB: A definition of the currency effect and of changes in the scope of consolidation is provided at the end of this press release.
| Sales by Application In € millions |
Q3 2023 |
Q3 2022 |
% change as reported |
% change at constant exchange rates and scope of consolidation |
9 months ended Sept. 30, 2023 |
9 months ended Sept. 30, 2022 |
% change as reported |
% change at constant exchange rates and scope of consolidation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical Applications | 760.9 | 763.0 | -0.3% | +7.2% | 2,244.8 | 2,154.7 | +4.2% | +7.9% |
| Molecular biology | 327.9 | 333.5 | -1.7% | +5.5% | 993.1 | 956.8 | +3.8% | +6.3% |
| Microbiology | 321.6 | 311.8 | +3.2% | +10.8% | 930.9 | 853.9 | +9.0% | +13.4% |
| Immunoassays | 94.2 | 101.4 | -7.0% | +0.5% | 281.4 | 299.8 | -6.1% | -1.4% |
| Other lines(1) | 17.1 | 16.4 | +4.4% | +18.9% | 39.4 | 44.2 | -10.8% | -0.4% |
| Industrial Applications(2) | 137.5 | 139.0 | -1.0% | +6.3% | 423.7 | 405.2 | +4.6% | +8.3% |
| TOTAL SALES | 898.4 | 902.0 | -0.4% | +7.1% | 2,668.5 | 2,559.9 | +4.2% | +8.0% |
(1) Including BioFire Defense, R&D-related revenue arising on clinical applications
(2) Including R&D-related revenue arising on industrial applications.

| Sales by Region In € millions |
Q3 2023 |
Q3 2022 |
% change as reported |
% change at constant exchange rates and scope of consolidation |
9 months ended Sept. 30, 2023 |
9 months ended Sept. 30, 2022 |
% change as reported |
% change at constant exchange rates and scope of consolidation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Americas | 439.8 | 454.6 | -3.3% | +5.7% | 1,323.7 | 1,287.0 | +2.9% | +6.0% |
| North America | 379.6 | 398.4 | -4.7% | +2.9% | 1,151.5 | 1,130.8 | +1.8% | +3.8% |
| Latin America | 60.2 | 56.2 | +7.1% | +26.4% | 172.2 | 156.2 | +10.3% | +21.8% |
| EMEA (1) | 293.1 | 274.4 | +6.8% | +9.7% | 863.8 | 811.0 | +6.5% | +9.1% |
| Asia Pacific | 165.5 | 173.0 | -4.4% | +6.5% | 481.0 | 461.9 | +4.1% | +11.6% |
| TOTAL SALES | 898.4 | 902.0 | -0.4% | +7.1% | 2,668.5 | 2,559.9 | +4.2% | +8.0% |
(1) Europe, the Middle East and Africa
bioMérieux submits Dual 510(k) & CLIA-waiver application to FDA for the BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE® Respiratory/Sore Throat (R/ST) Panel
The BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE® R/ST Panel is a unique multiplex PCR test capable of detecting 15 of the most common bacteria, viruses, and viral subtypes responsible for respiratory or sore throat infections in about 15 minutes. Samples can be taken using either a nasopharyngeal or throat swab, depending on whether a respiratory tract infection or pharyngitis is suspected. The BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE® solution allows bioMérieux to further expand its syndromic testing technology outside of the traditional clinical laboratories to Point-of-Care testing locations, offering healthcare professionals the ability to deliver results to patients during their visit. The BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE® R/ST Panel is already CE-marked (IVDD) to address the European market.

This accurate and objective tool can help reduce the number of unnecessary head Computed Tomography (CT) scans performed for mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) patients and to decrease Emergency Department overcrowding by predicting the absence of acute intracranial lesions (ICL) following a head trauma. VIDAS® TBI (GFAP, UCH-L1) fills a gap in patient screening methods by safely ruling out ICLs and offering objective information to help determine if a CT-scan is necessary in adults, together with clinical information. VIDAS® TBI (GFAP, UCH-L1) measures the concentration of GFAP and UCH-L1, two brain biomarkers that are released into the bloodstream starting from the first hour following a brain injury.
Oxford Nanopore Technologies plc (LSE: ONT) ("Oxford Nanopore"), the company delivering a new generation of nanopore-based molecular sensing technology, and bioMérieux SA, a world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics ("IVD") announced on October 19th, 2023 that bioMérieux made an immediate £70M investment in Oxford Nanopore through the subscription of ordinary shares (which equates to 3.5% of Oxford Nanopore's voting rights as at 13 October 2023). In addition, on October 19th, 2023, bioMérieux completed the acquisition of a further 3.4% of Oxford Nanopore's shares on the secondary market.
Through this investment and the partnership announced in April 2023, the two companies intend to leverage Oxford Nanopore's ground-breaking nanopore-based IVD solution and bioMérieux's IVD expertise in R&D, Regulatory, Medical and Market Access. As part of the transaction, the two companies will establish an IVD Advisory Board to advance nanopore technology into routine clinical use.
bioMérieux will hold an investor presentation on Wednesday, October 26, 2023 at 3:00 pm Paris time (GMT+1). The presentation will be given in English and will be accessible via webcast under following link:
https://event.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1636345&tp\_key=ec82aa00f6
If you are unable to join the webcast URL, please join audio conference with:.
| France | Europe | United States |
|---|---|---|
| +33 (0)1 70 72 25 50 |
+44 (0)330 165 3655 | +1 323-994-2093 |
| Access code: 874 0219 |
Fourth-quarter 2023 sales and 2023 financial results March, 14th 2024
The above forward-looking statements are based, entirely or partially, on assessments or judgments that may change or be modified, due to uncertainties and risks related to the Company's economic, financial, regulatory and competitive environment, notably those described in the 2022 Registration Document. Accordingly, the Company cannot give any assurance nor make any representation as to whether the objectives will be met. The Company does not undertake to update or otherwise revise any forecasts or objectives presented herein, except in compliance with the disclosure obligations applicable to companies whose shares are listed on a stock exchange.
Currency effect: this is established by converting actual numbers at the average rates of year y-1. In practice, those rates are either average rates communicated by the ECB, or hedged rates if hedging instruments have been set up. Argentina and Turkey are considered in bioMérieux's accounts since 2022 in a state of hyperinflation.
Changes in scope of consolidation: these are determined:

A world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics for 60 years, bioMérieux is present in 45 countries and serves more than 160 countries with the support of a large network of distributors. In 2022, revenues reached €3.6 billion, with over 93% of sales outside of France.
bioMérieux provides diagnostic solutions (systems, reagents, software and services) which determine the source of disease and contamination to improve patient health and ensure consumer safety. Its products are mainly used for diagnosing infectious diseases. They are also used for detecting microorganisms in agri-food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic products.

bioMérieux is listed on the Euronext Paris stock market. Symbol: BIM – ISIN Code: FR0013280286 Reuters: BIOX.PA/Bloomberg: BIM.FP
Corporate website: www.biomerieux.com
bioMérieux Aymeric Fichet Tel.: +33 (0)4 78 87 20 00 [email protected]
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Romain Duchez Laurence Heilbronn Claire Doligez Tel.: +33 (0)4 78 87 20 00 Tel.: +33 (0)1 53 70 74 64 Tel.: +33 (0)1 53 70 74 48 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

| First quarter | Second quarter | Third quarter | 9 months | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | |
| Clinical applications | 760.4 | 703.8 | 723.6 | 687.9 | 760.9 | 763.0 | 2,244.8 | 2,154.7 |
| Molecular biology | 352.7 | 320.1 | 312.6 | 303.2 | 327.9 | 333.5 | 993.1 | 956.8 |
| Microbiology | 299.6 | 269.0 | 309.6 | 273.2 | 321.6 | 311.8 | 930.9 | 853.9 |
| Immunoassays | 95.6 | 104.5 | 91.6 | 93.9 | 94.2 | 101.4 | 281.4 | 299.8 |
| Other lines(1) | 12.5 | 10.2 | 9.8 | 17.6 | 17.1 | 16.4 | 39.4 | 44.2 |
| Industrial Applications(2) | 145.4 | 133.3 | 140.8 | 132.9 | 137.5 | 139.0 | 423.7 | 405.2 |
| TOTAL SALES | 905.7 | 837.1 | 864.3 | 820.9 | 898.4 | 902.0 | 2,668.5 | 2,559.9 |
(1) Including mainly BioFire Defense and R&D-related revenue arising on clinical applications
(2) Including R&D-related revenue arising on industrial applications.
| First quarter | Second quarter | Third quarter | 9 months | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| As reported | Like-for like(3) |
As reported | Like-for like(3) |
As reported | Like-for like(3) |
As reported | Like-for like(3) |
|
| Clinical applications | +8.0% | +7.2% | +5.2% | +9.1% | -0.3% | +7.2% | +4.2% | +7.9% |
| Molecular biology | +10.2% | +7.4% | +3.1% | +6.1% | -1.7% | +5.5% | +3.8% | +6.3% |
| Microbiology | +11.4% | +11.9% | +13.3% | +17.9% | +3.2% | +10.8% | +9.0% | +13.4% |
| Immunoassays | -8.6% | -6.9% | -2.4% | +2.6% | -7.0% | +0.5% | -6.1% | -1.4% |
| Other lines(1) | +23.0% | +18.6% | -44.4% | -42.1% | +4.4% | +18.9% | -10.8% | -0.4% |
| Industrial Applications(2) | +9.0% | +9.0% | +5.9% | +9.6% | -1.0% | +6.3% | +4.6% | +8.3% |
| TOTAL SALES | +8.2% | +7.5% | +5.3% | +9.2% | -0.4% | +7.1% | +4.2% | +8.0% |
(1) Including mainly BioFire Defense and R&D-related revenue arising on clinical applications
(2) Including R&D-related revenue arising on industrial applications.
(3) At constant exchange rates and scope of consolidation.
| First quarter | Second quarter | Third quarter | 9 months | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | |
| Americas North America Latin America |
455.4 402.7 52.7 |
413.0 365.3 47.7 |
428.5 369.2 59.3 |
418.7 366.4 52.2 |
439.8 379.6 60.2 |
454.6 398.4 56.2 |
1,323.7 1,151.5 172.2 |
1,287.0 1,130.8 156.2 |
| Europe (1) | 287.6 | 270.0 | 283.1 | 267.4 | 293.1 | 274.4 | 863.8 | 811.0 |
| Asia Pacific | 162.7 | 154.1 | 152.8 | 134.8 | 165.5 | 173.0 | 481.0 | 461.9 |
| TOTAL SALES | 905.7 | 837.1 | 864.3 | 820.9 | 898.4 | 902.0 | 2,668.5 | 2,559.9 |
(1) Including the Middle East and Africa.
| First quarter | Second quarter | Third quarter | 9 months | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| As reported | Like-for like(3) |
As reported | Like-for like(3) |
As reported Like-for | like(3) | As reported Like-for | like(3) | |
| Americas | +10.2% | +6.5% | +2.4% | +5.7% | -3.3% | +5.7% | +2.9% | +6.0% |
| North America | +10.2% | +5.6% | +0.8% | +3.1% | -4.7% | +2.9% | +1.8% | +3.8% |
| Latin America | +10.5% | +13.6% | +13.5% | +24.3% | +7.1% | +26.4% | +10.3% | +21.8% |
| Europe (1) | +6.6% | +8.2% | +5.9% | +8.3% | +6.8% | +9.7% | +6.5% | +9.1% |
| Asia Pacific | +5.6% | +8.7% | +13.3% | +21.6% | -4.4% | +6.5% | +4.1% | +11.6% |
| TOTAL SALES | +8.2% | +7.5% | +5.3% | +9.2% | -0.4% | +7.1% | +4.2% | +8.0% |
(1) Including the Middle East and Africa. (2) At constant exchange rates and scope of consolidation.
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