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    AtriCure (ATRC)

    Q1 2025 Earnings Summary

    Reported on May 3, 2025 (After Market Close)
    Pre-Earnings Price$34.65Last close (Apr 29, 2025)
    Post-Earnings Price$31.18Open (Apr 30, 2025)
    Price Change
    $-3.47(-10.01%)
    MetricYoY ChangeReason

    Total Revenue (Q1 2025)

    +13.6% (from $108.85M to $123.62M)

    Revenue increased due to enhanced market penetration and new product adoption. Strong performance from product innovations like cryoSPHERE probes and the EnCompass clamp, which built on the growth trends seen in Q1 2024, helped drive the overall revenue boost.

    U.S. Revenue (Q1 2025)

    +12% (from $90.25M to $101.15M)

    U.S. revenue growth was fueled by deeper physician adoption and innovative product launches. Continuous market expansion efforts and effective sales initiatives that had started in prior periods contributed to the 12% uplift, reflecting a positive trend in the domestic market.

    European Revenue (Q1 2025)

    +25% (from $11.35M to $14.20M)

    The marked increase in European revenue stemmed from regulatory approvals and strategic new product launches. Building on initiatives from FY 2024, such as expanded labeling and product introductions, the European market saw stronger adoption which resulted in a 25% increase.

    Total International Revenue (Q1 2025)

    +20.8% (from $18.60M to $22.47M)

    International revenue growth was driven by robust performance across key markets. Enhanced product line performance, especially in pain management and minimally invasive therapies, coupled with effective geographic expansion strategies implemented earlier, boosted international revenue by 20.8%.

    Net Loss (Q1 2025)

    49% improvement (from $13.269M to $6.747M)

    A significant narrowing of net loss was achieved by boosting revenue and gross profit margins. Although operating expenses increased slightly, the improved top-line performance and a 27 basis point increase in gross margin (from previous periods) helped nearly halve the net loss.

    Liquidity (Cash and Cash Equivalents) (Q1 2025)

    +54% (from $64.967M to $99.885M)

    Cash balances surged due to improved operating cash flow generation. Enhanced efficiency in converting revenue to cash and disciplined management of operating, investing, and financing activities compared to Q1 2024 resulted in a 54% increase in liquidity.

    MetricPeriodPrevious GuidanceCurrent GuidanceChange

    Full Year Revenue

    FY 2025

    $517 million to $527 million, reflecting growth of 11% to 13%

    $517 million to $527 million, reflecting growth of 11% to 13%

    no change

    Second Quarter Revenue

    Q2 2025

    no prior guidance

    Anticipated normal seasonality with mid-single-digit sequential growth and minimal sequential improvement in U.S. MIS ablation and MIS appendage management revenue from Q1 2025

    no prior guidance

    Gross Margin

    FY 2025

    Expected to remain relatively flat compared to 2024, centering around 75%

    Expected to be consistent with 2024, with potential impacts from cost savings initiatives, product, and geographic mix

    no change

    Adjusted EBITDA

    FY 2025

    $42 million to $44 million

    $44 million to $46 million

    raised

    Adjusted Loss Per Share

    FY 2025

    $0.57 to $0.64

    $0.50 to $0.55

    lowered

    Tariffs and Trade Restrictions

    FY 2025

    no prior guidance

    Guidance considers potential modest impacts from tariffs and trade restrictions based on current information

    no prior guidance

    MetricPeriodGuidanceActualPerformance
    Revenue
    Q1 2025
    "Expected to be flat compared to Q4 2024 of $124.28M"
    $123.62M
    Met
    Cash Flow
    Q1 2025
    "Anticipates a net cash burn in Q1 2025"
    Net cash used in operating activities of ($11.03M)
    Met
    Gross Margin
    Q1 2025
    "Expected to remain around 75% for FY 2025"
    ~75% (derived from total revenue of $123.62MAnd cost of revenue of $30.99M)
    Met
    TopicPrevious MentionsCurrent PeriodTrend

    EnCompass Clamp Growth & Market Penetration

    Q2–Q4 2024 calls consistently highlighted strong growth (e.g. 50%+ sales increases, notable account expansion and improved market penetration)

    Q1 2025 shows robust growth with EnCompass Clamp sales up by 47%, 14% growth in the open ablation franchise, and aggressive international rollout

    Consistent and accelerating performance, with an increasing international focus driving long‐term expansion.

    PFA Technology Integration & Regulatory Challenges

    In Q2–Q4 2024, integration efforts were described alongside the need for a PMA process and the distraction caused by PFA deployment, emphasizing both regulatory hurdles and complementary positioning with existing technologies

    Q1 2025 emphasizes the integration of a PFA‑enabled EnCompass Clamp with upcoming first‑in‑human trials, while noting competitive pressures from PFA catheters impacting referrals

    Ongoing focus on PFA integration with a shift toward execution and market adaptation; regulatory concerns are less heavily featured now.

    Decline in MIS and Hybrid Ablation Sales & Legacy Product Conversion

    Q2–Q4 2024 discussions noted pressure on MIS adoption—largely due to PFA-induced distractions—and indicated that legacy product conversion was essentially complete, despite some revenue guidance revisions

    Q1 2025 reports a 31% decline in MIS ablation sales, with PFA pressures continuing to divert referrals, though some regions (Europe via hybrid growth) provide bright spots

    Persistent challenges from PFA adoption remain, with consistent declines in MIS sales even as legacy conversion is largely finished; regional mixed performance continues.

    New Product Launches Driving Pain Management Expansion

    Q2–Q4 2024 calls focused on the successful launch and adoption of cryoSPHERE probes and the FLEX‑Mini, which improved procedure times and drove strong growth in the pain management franchise

    Q1 2025 mentions additional launches such as cryoSPHERE MAX, cryoSPHERE+, FLEX‑Mini and FDA 510(k) clearance for cryoXT, propelling pain management growth to a 39% rate and expanding new account adoption

    Continued robust momentum in product innovation and pain management growth, reinforcing the company’s competitive edge.

    Expansion into the Post‑operative Afib Market

    From Q2–Q4 2024, the LeAAPS trial and BoxX‑NoAF trial were underscored as transformative initiatives to tap into a market several times larger than the pre‑operative segment

    Q1 2025 places strong emphasis on the BoxX‑NoAF trial using the EnCompass Clamp and AtriClip, aiming to expand the market by two‑to‑three times through prophylactic treatment of non‑Afib patients

    Consistent strategic focus with increasing ambition and clarity on market expansion into post‑operative Afib, offering a major long‑term growth runway.

    International Expansion and Associated Margin Pressures

    Q2–Q4 2024 reports highlighted strong international revenue growth—with increases ranging from 23% to over 29%—accompanied by margin pressures from less‑favorable geographic and product mix

    Q1 2025 shows international revenue growth of around 20.8%–23.9% (with Europe up 25.1%), while U.S.–based supply chains help keep margin impacts minimal

    Ongoing robust expansion internationally, with margin pressures remaining managed and slightly less intense compared to earlier periods.

    Competitive Pressures from PFA Devices and Rivals

    Q2–Q4 2024 discussions consistently noted competitive pressures: PFA adoption causing operational distraction and impacting MIS/hybrid sales, while rivalry (including Medtronic trials) spurred market awareness and spurred innovation responses

    Q1 2025 details significant competitive pressure from widely adopted PFA devices, affecting referrals and MIS sales; the company is leveraging strong EP relationships and tracking emerging PFA failures as counterpoints

    Persistent competitive challenges remain, with heightened focus on adapting to PFA dynamics while reinforcing clinical evidence and strategic partnerships to maintain market share.

    Improved Profitability Outlook and Operational Cost Efficiencies

    Q2–Q4 2024 calls stressed steadily improving EBITDA and margins, strengthened by operational efficiencies, cost savings initiatives, and controlled spending despite some margin pressure from international expansion

    Q1 2025 reports record adjusted EBITDA (a 200% increase over the previous year), improved loss per share, disciplined SG&A, and enhanced gross margins, marking a very positive financial turnaround

    Strong and accelerating financial improvements with enhanced operational efficiencies, reflecting robust profitability trends and cost management practices.

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