Earnings Release • May 12, 2022
Earnings Release
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Leniolisib launch on track for Q1 2023 following previously announced positive pivotal data
Strong cash flow from operations supporting investments in leniolisib
Leiden, The Netherlands, 12 May 2022: Pharming Group N.V. ("Pharming" or "the Company") (Euronext Amsterdam: PHARM/Nasdaq: PHAR) presents its (unaudited) financial report for the first quarter of the year ended 31 March 2022.
• The Company will hold an analyst conference call at 13.30 CET/07.30 EST today. Dial in details can be found on page 8 of this report
| Amounts in US \$m except per share data | Q1 2022 | Q1 2021 | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated Income Statement | |||
| Revenues | 46.6 | 43.6 | 7% |
| Gross profit | 41.7 | 38.7 | 8% |
| Operating profit | 2.8 | 6.3 | (55)% |
| Finance result, net | 1.8 | 6.6 | (72)% |
| Income tax expense | -0.8 | -4.3 | (82)% |
| Net Profit | 3.5 | 8.5 | (59)% |
| Consolidated Balance Sheet | |||
| Cash & marketable securities (Including restricted cash) |
190.7 | 208.5 | (9)% |
| Share Information | |||
| Basic earnings per share (US\$) | 0.005 | 0.013 | (62)% |
| Diluted earnings per share (US\$) | 0.005 | 0.013 | (62)% |
Gross profit increased by 8% to US\$41.7 million (Q1 2021: US\$38.7 million), mainly due to the growth in revenues.
Operating profit decreased to US\$2.8 million (Q1 2021: US\$6.3 million), mainly due to an expected increase in operating expenses from US\$32.7 million in Q1 2021 to US\$39.8 million in Q1 2022. This increase is a combination of launch preparation for leniolisib, increased travel expenses post-COVID-19 and phasing of costs.
"The first quarter of 2022 was a key moment in the Company's history following the report of positive data for leniolisib in a pivotal study in patients with activated phosphoinositide 3-kinase delta syndrome, a complex and progressive rare primary immunodeficiency disease with limited treatment options. We therefore remain focused on bringing this important product to patients, as we continue to increase our planned pre- launch activities and expect to be able to launch leniolisib in the US, subject to regulatory approval, in Q1 2023, followed by launches in the EU markets, subject to regulatory approval, starting in H2 2023.
These activities include continuing to identify potential APDS patients eligible for treatment with leniolisib. In the US and Canada, this is through our partnership with Invitae and the navigateAPDS program, which will offer immunologists in these regions access to free genetic testing for primary immune deficiency patients exhibiting APDS symptoms. In Europe, we are intensifying our patient identification efforts together with leading immunology centers of excellence treating patients with APDS and other rare immune deficiencies. We are also actively collaborating with patient organizations to create awareness, advocacy and education for APDS patients and their families.
Our investment in leniolisib has been made possible by the underlying strength of our business, and we are pleased to report a marked increase in revenue growth for the first quarter of the year driven by ongoing new patient enrollment and product demand for RUCONEST®. This growth is despite some continued impact of COVID-19 on a number of medical practices in the US, especially pertaining to the time it takes for the administrative processing and approval of prescriptions."
For the remainder of 2022, the Company anticipates:
No further specific financial guidance for 2022 is provided.
Pharming Group N.V. (EURONEXT Amsterdam: PHARM/Nasdaq: PHAR) is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with rare, debilitating, and life-threatening diseases. Pharming is commercializing and developing an innovative portfolio of protein replacement therapies and precision medicines, including small molecules, biologics, and gene therapies that are in early to late-stage development. Pharming is headquartered in Leiden, Netherlands, and has employees around the globe who serve patients in over 30 markets in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.
For more information, visit www.pharming.com.
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including with respect to timing and progress of Pharming's preclinical studies and clinical trials of its product candidates, Pharming's clinical and commercial prospects, Pharming's ability to overcome the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic to the conduct of its business, and Pharming's expectations regarding its projected working capital requirements and cash resources, which statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including, but not limited to the scope, progress and expansion of Pharming's clinical trials and ramifications for the cost thereof; and clinical, scientific, regulatory and technical developments. In light of these risks and uncertainties, and other risks and uncertainties that are described in Pharming's 2021 Annual Report and the Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2021 filed
with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the events and circumstances discussed in such forward-looking statements may not occur, and Pharming's actual results could differ materially and adversely from those anticipated or implied thereby. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release and are based on information available to Pharming as of the date of this release.
This press release relates to the disclosure of information that qualifies, or may have qualified, as inside information within the meaning of Article 7(1) of the EU Market Abuse Regulation.
For further public information, contact: Pharming Group, Leiden, The Netherlands Sijmen de Vries, CEO T: +31 71 524 7400 E: [email protected]
FTI Consulting, London, UK Victoria Foster Mitchell/Alex Shaw/Amy Byrne T: +44 203 727 1000
LifeSpring Life Sciences Communication, Amsterdam, The Netherlands Leon Melens T: +31 6 53 81 64 27 E: [email protected]
Please note, the Company will only take questions from dial-in attendees.
Netherlands (Local) 085 888 7233
United Kingdom 0800 640 6441
United Kingdom (Local) 020 3936 2999
United States 1 855 9796 654
https://webcast.openbriefing.com/pharming-q12022/
For the period ended 31 March 2022
For the period ended 31 March
| Amounts in US\$ '000 | YTD 2022 | YTD 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | 46,617 | 43,564 |
| Costs of sales | (4,877) | (4,843) |
| Gross profit | 41,740 | 38,721 |
| Other income | 873 | 259 |
| Research and development | (14,863) | (10,700) |
| General and administrative | (7,728) | (7,161) |
| Marketing and sales | (17,197) | (14,836) |
| Other Operating Costs | (39,788) | (32,697) |
| Operating profit | 2,825 | 6,283 |
| Fair value gain (loss) on revaluation derivatives | — | 30 |
| Other finance income | 3,228 | 8,159 |
| Other finance expenses | (1,379) | (1,598) |
| Finance result, net | 1,849 | 6,591 |
| Share of net profits in associates using the equity method | (441) | (82) |
| Profit before tax | 4,233 | 12,792 |
| Income tax expense | (772) | (4,269) |
| Profit for the year | 3,461 | 8,523 |
| Basic earnings per share (US\$) | 0.005 | 0.013 |
| Diluted earnings per share (US\$) | 0.005 | 0.013 |
For the period ended 31 March
| Amounts in US\$ '000 | YTD 2022 | YTD 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Profit for the year | 3,461 | 8,523 |
| Currency translation differences | (3,216) | (8,483) |
| Fair value remeasurement investments | (653) | — |
| Items that may be subsequently reclassified to profit or loss | (3,869) | (8,483) |
| Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax | (3,869) | (8,483) |
| Total comprehensive income for the year | (408) | 40 |
| Amounts in US\$ '000 | March 31, 2022 | December 31, 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-current assets | ||
| Intangible assets | 81,321 | 83,834 |
| Property, plant and equipment | 12,465 | 13,222 |
| Right-of-use assets | 19,432 | 19,943 |
| Long-term prepayments | 238 | 194 |
| Deferred tax assets | 20,194 | 21,216 |
| Investment accounted for using the equity method | 6,629 | 7,201 |
| Investments in equity instruments designated as at FVTOCI | 774 | 1,449 |
| Restricted cash | 797 | 812 |
| Total non-current assets | 141,850 | 147,871 |
| Current assets | ||
| Inventories | 29,607 | 27,310 |
| Trade and other receivables | 31,445 | 29,983 |
| Restricted cash | 222 | 227 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 189,674 | 191,924 |
| Total current assets | 250,948 | 249,444 |
| Total assets | 392,798 | 397,315 |
| Equity | ||
| Share capital | 7,468 | 7,429 |
| Share premium | 457,961 | 455,254 |
| Legal reserves | (910) | 3,400 |
| Accumulated deficit | (270,498) | (273,167) |
| Shareholders' equity | 194,021 | 192,916 |
| Non-current liabilities | ||
| Convertible bonds | 135,564 | 139,007 |
| Lease liabilities | 17,900 | 18,456 |
| Other financial liabilities | 162 | 165 |
| Total non-current liabilities | 153,626 | 157,628 |
| Current liabilities | ||
| Convertible bonds | 1,844 | 1,879 |
| Trade and other payables | 40,827 | 42,473 |
| Lease liabilities | 2,480 | 2,419 |
| Other financial liabilities | — | — |
| Total current liabilities | 45,151 | 46,771 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 392,798 | 397,315 |
For the three months ended 31 March
| Amounts in US\$'000 | YTD 2022 | YTD 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Profit before tax | 4,233 | 12,792 |
| Non-cash adjustments: | ||
| Depreciation, amortization, impairment of non-current assets | 2,190 | 2,063 |
| Equity settled share based payments | 1,070 | 1,909 |
| Fair value gain (loss) loss on revaluation of derivatives | — | (30) |
| Other finance income | (3,228) | (8,159) |
| Other finance expenses | 1,379 | 1,598 |
| Share of net profits in associates using the equity method | 441 | (82) |
| Other | — | (1,094) |
| Operating cash flows before changes in working capital | 6,085 | 8,997 |
| Changes in working capital: | ||
| Inventories | (2,297) | (608) |
| Trade and other receivables | (1,462) | 2,961 |
| Payables and other current liabilities | (1,645) | (4,006) |
| Restricted cash | (20) | (321) |
| Total changes in working capital | (5,424) | (1,974) |
| Interest received (paid) | (52) | 38 |
| Income taxes paid | — | — |
| Net cash flows generated from (used in) operating activities | 609 | 7,061 |
| Capital expenditure for property, plant and equipment | (208) | (1,956) |
| Investment intangible assets | (167) | (460) |
| Investment associate | — | 398 |
| Investment in equity instruments designated as at FVTOCI | — | — |
| Acquisition of license | — | (547) |
| Net cash flows used in investing activities | (374) | (2,565) |
| Payment on contingent consideration | — | — |
| Payment of lease liabilities | (807) | (554) |
| Interests on loans | (2,100) | (2,500) |
| Proceeds of equity and warrants | 18 | 674 |
| Net cash flows generated from (used in) financing activities | (2,889) | (2,380) |
| Increase (decrease) of cash | (2,654) | 2,116 |
| Exchange rate effects | 404 | (650) |
| Cash and cash equivalents at 1 January | 191,924 | 205,159 |
| Total Cash and cash equivalents at 31 March | 189,674 | 206,625 |
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