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Monogram Technologies Inc. (MGRM)·Q1 2024 Earnings Summary
Executive Summary
- Q1 2024 had no product revenue and a narrower net loss of $3.51M ($0.11 loss per share), driven by higher R&D as the company advanced Verification & Validation and introduced mVision; cash ended at $10.10M, down from $13.59M at year-end .
- Management reiterated an accelerated regulatory timeline: Verification & Validation largely complete in Q2 2024 and a 510(k) submission targeted for H2 2024, with constructive FDA feedback on test protocols and the OUS clinical trial plan .
- The company engaged a CRO to support clinical activities outside the U.S. and highlighted mVision as a novel tracking solution in development, expanding optionality for commercialization and post-launch marketing .
- S&P Global consensus estimates were unavailable through our data tool at this time; therefore, we cannot quantify beats/misses vs Wall Street in this report (see Estimates Context) [GetEstimates error log].
What Went Well and What Went Wrong
What Went Well
- Accelerated commercial timeline with Verification & Validation expected largely complete in Q2 2024 and 510(k) submission planned for H2 2024; CEO: “we took the initiative to accelerate our commercial timeline by making key modifications to our strategy” .
- Constructive FDA engagement: management believes the testing plan is sufficient to support a strong 510(k) submission; “communications with the FDA… have been productive” and feedback integrated into plans .
- mVision introduced as a novel registration/tracking approach, being developed as standalone and/or integrable into mBôs, potentially minimizing surgical footprint and time; management emphasized mVision’s potential to advance standard of care .
What Went Wrong
- No product revenue recognized in Q1 2024, limiting near-term financial visibility; product revenue remained $0 in both Q1 2023 and Q1 2024 .
- Cash declined by $3.51M during the quarter to $10.10M, reflecting operating cash burn as the company invested in Verification & Validation and regulatory preparation .
- Continued net losses (though improved YoY): Q1 2024 net loss of $3.51M vs $3.86M in Q1 2023; marketing spend was sharply lower YoY, indicating constrained commercial readiness while regulatory milestones are prioritized .
Financial Results
Income Statement and Key Metrics (YoY Comparison)
Balance Sheet/Cash (Prior Quarter vs Current Quarter)
Estimates vs Actuals (Q1 2024)
Note: S&P Global consensus estimates were unavailable through our data tool at this time; beats/misses cannot be assessed.
Segment Breakdown
- Not applicable; the company did not report segment revenues in Q1 2024 .
KPIs (Operational)
Guidance Changes
No quantitative guidance on revenue, margins, OpEx, OI&E, tax rate, or dividends was provided in these materials -.
Earnings Call Themes & Trends
Note: We did not locate Q3 2023 materials in the document catalog; “Previous Mentions (Q-1)” reflects this limitation.
Management Commentary
- “Our team has worked tirelessly to advance Monogram toward the critical milestone of a 510(k) submission. The inherent value of our mBôs surgical robot, our mVision technology, and our underlying IP is gaining increasing recognition within both the orthopedic and robotics industries.” — Ben Sexson, CEO .
- “Based on the FDA’s feedback, we believe our proposed testing plan is sufficient for evaluating the safety and effectiveness of our robotic system, supporting a strong 510(k) submission… Verification and Validation… largely complete by the end of Q2 2024.” — Ben Sexson, CEO .
- Prior quarter framing: “We think it could be possible to complete all Verification and Validation testing as early as the first half of 2024 with a 510(k) submission without clinical data in the second half of 2024.” — Ben Sexson, CEO .
Q&A Highlights
- FDA feedback and testing plans: management emphasized robust Verification & Validation plans and constructive FDA input, with the team integrating feedback into protocols .
- OUS clinical trial protocol: management indicated the FDA provided fair and constructive feedback, with no objections to the proposed OUS plan; the company will share the final protocol at the appropriate time .
- Market context: detailed commentary on the synergy between robotics and press-fit implants, citing high robotic utilization rates and press-fit share at leading competitors (e.g., Stryker), supporting Monogram’s thesis on adoption trends .
- Logistics: call announced for May 22 at 4:30 p.m. ET (StreamYard) .
Estimates Context
- We attempted to retrieve S&P Global consensus estimates for Q1 2024 revenue and EPS, but the data was unavailable through our tool at this time (daily request limit exceeded). As a result, we cannot assess beats/misses vs Wall Street for this quarter in this report [GetEstimates error log].
- Given the absence of recognized revenue and the company’s pre-clearance status, near-term estimates are likely focused on cash runway, OpEx trajectory, and regulatory milestones rather than meaningful P&L contributions; future consensus revisions may hinge on regulatory progress and OUS trial timing -.
Key Takeaways for Investors
- The narrative is a regulatory and technology execution story: constructive FDA interactions, Verification & Validation nearing completion, and a targeted H2 2024 510(k) submission remain the core catalysts for shares .
- No revenue yet; the company is investing in R&D and regulatory readiness, with Q1 net loss improving YoY and cash declining to $10.10M; monitor cash runway versus milestone timelines .
- mVision could enhance differentiation by reducing surgical footprint and registration complexity; integrated or standalone deployment adds commercialization optionality .
- OUS trials and CRO engagement provide a path to clinical validation and potential post-launch marketing leverage; positive FDA posture toward OUS data is supportive .
- Competitive framing (robotics and press-fit synergy) underscores potential adoption tailwinds once cleared; management’s emphasis on market dynamics aligns with long-term thesis .
- Near-term trading implications: stock moves likely tied to incremental FDA feedback, completion of key human factors/accuracy labs, and any clarity on submission timing; absence of revenue keeps P&L catalysts muted .
- Medium-term: value inflection hinges on 510(k) clearance, OUS trial execution, and the pace of mVision development; funding to submission was previously asserted, but continued monitoring of liquidity is prudent .
Sources: Q1 2024 8-K and Exhibit 99.1, including financial statements and management commentary -; FY 2023 8-K and Exhibit 99.1 for prior-period context -; MarketBeat call summary/audio and SeekingAlpha link for Q1 2024 earnings call commentary ; Accesswire/BioSpace regulatory update and press coverage .