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CorMedix Inc. (CRMD)·Q2 2025 Earnings Summary
Executive Summary
- Q2 2025 delivered net revenue of $39.7mm and diluted EPS of $0.28, both above S&P Global consensus ($35.9mm revenue, $0.19 EPS); EBITDA was slightly below consensus ($19.7mm actual vs $20.4mm est). Drivers were strong DefenCath adoption and a large dialysis organization (LDO) implementation that expanded patient coverage .*
- Sequential momentum continued: revenue $39.7mm vs $39.1mm in Q1 and $31.2mm in Q4; gross profit remained >95% of net revenue .
- Guidance actions: H1 2025 net sales guidance raised to $62–$70mm in April, and Q2 net sales guidance raised to $35–$40mm in June; FY25 cash OpEx guidance reiterated at $72–$78mm .
- Strategic catalyst: announced acquisition of Melinta Therapeutics ($260mm cash + $40mm equity, plus milestones/royalties) supported by a $150mm 4.00% 2030 convertible notes financing; expected close in September pending customary approvals .
What Went Well and What Went Wrong
What Went Well
- Revenue and EPS beats: Net revenue $39.7mm and diluted EPS $0.28 surpassed consensus ($35.9mm and $0.19), reflecting broadening DefenCath adoption and the LDO rollout .*
- Profitability sustained: Net income $19.8mm with gross profit $37.9mm and limited cost of revenues ($1.86mm), maintaining very high gross margins .
- Strategic expansion: Signed definitive agreement to acquire Melinta, adding a marketed infectious disease portfolio including REZZAYO and TOPROL-XL; CEO: “The combination…creates a specialty pharmaceutical leader…with scale, resources, and expertise” .
What Went Wrong
- EBITDA slight miss: EBITDA of $19.7mm was modestly below S&P Global consensus of $20.4mm, reflecting higher-than-expected G&A and R&D in support of clinical programs and business development .*
- Operating expense growth: Total OpEx rose 18% YoY to $18.3mm, driven by G&A (+25%) and R&D (+$1.7mm YoY) as trials ramped; S&M declined YoY from launch-related costs in 2024 but normalizing sequentially .
- Integration risks ahead: Management highlighted typical M&A execution risks (HSR clearance, integration complexity, customer/distributor continuity, and talent retention) per the 8-K forward-looking statements .
Financial Results
Q2 2025 actuals vs S&P Global consensus:
Values marked with * retrieved from S&P Global.
OpEx detail (Q2 2025 vs Q2 2024):
Balance sheet highlights:
Guidance Changes
Earnings Call Themes & Trends
Note: A Q2 2025 earnings call transcript was not available in the document catalog; themes reflect press releases and the 8-K .
Management Commentary
- “I am excited to announce that our LDO customer is moving forward with the implementation of DefenCath…Implementation will initially target at least 50% more patients than previously communicated” — CEO Joseph Todisco .
- “The combination of CorMedix and Melinta represents a compelling opportunity to create a specialty pharmaceutical leader…with scale, resources, and expertise” — CEO Joseph Todisco .
- “We have seen continued growth from existing customers…focused on growing our patient base in 2025 with both existing and new accounts” — CEO Joe Todisco .
Q&A Highlights
- A full Q2 2025 earnings call transcript was not available; no verified Q&A content could be extracted [ListDocuments result: none for Aug 2025]. Key areas of investor focus likely included LDO ramp and inventory normalization, inpatient growth trajectory, and Melinta integration/financing terms as outlined in the 8-K .
Estimates Context
- Q2 beat on revenue and EPS vs S&P Global consensus; EBITDA slightly below. Revenue: $39.7mm actual vs $35.9mm est; EPS: $0.28 actual vs $0.19 est; EBITDA: $19.7mm actual vs $20.4mm est .*
- Near-term estimates may drift upward for revenue/EPS given sustained run-rate and expanded LDO implementation; EBITDA revisions hinge on OpEx trajectory (R&D and G&A) and integration costs tied to Melinta .
Values marked with * retrieved from S&P Global.
Key Takeaways for Investors
- Strong operating momentum: Revenue/EPS beats with high gross margins and sustained profitability; watch sequential shipment patterns but underlying utilization remains healthy .
- Commercial expansion catalyst: LDO implementation widened, supporting H2 shipment outperformance vs H1 per prior commentary .
- Strategic scale-up: Melinta acquisition adds marketed assets and potential REZZAYO prophylaxis milestone/royalties; financing in place via $150mm converts; diligence on integration execution is critical .
- Expense dynamics: EBITDA miss was modest; monitor G&A (stock comp, BD) and R&D cadence as trials progress .
- Liquidity reinforced: Cash and short-term investments of $190.7mm at quarter-end plus June equity raise increase flexibility for growth and integration .
- Guidance credibility improving: Multiple raises (H1 and Q2) executed; FY25 cash OpEx guidance reiterated; track delivery vs these raised targets .
- Trading setup: Positive narrative supported by beats and strategic M&A; near term stock drivers include deal closure progress (HSR), integration updates, and confirmation of H2 shipment acceleration .