Stereotaxis Reports 2020 Third Quarter Financial Results
ST. LOUIS, Nov. 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stereotaxis (NYSE: STXS), the global leader in innovative robotic technologies for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2020.
“Stereotaxis is pleased to report revenue growth with the successful installation of the first Genesis RMN® and Model S Imaging Systems in both the United States and Europe. Our newest robotic technology has performed to the high expectations demanded by premier medical institutions, been used successfully in over ninety procedures, and proven reliable and robust with uninterrupted up-time,” said David Fischel, Chairman and CEO.“While hospitals remain negatively impacted by COVID-19, we have experienced a gradual return towards more normal capital planning. We received an additional order for a Genesis system from a US hospital that is establishing a new robotic electrophysiology program. Given the advanced status of multiple additional discussions, we are comfortable providing preliminary guidance for $10-20 million in Genesis system revenue in 2021.”“Stereotaxis’ advanced robotically-navigated magnetic ablation catheter is advancing on schedule with initial commercialization and initiation of a pivotal US trial expected in 2021. Meaningful progress continues on an additional wave of innovations within electrophysiology and beyond that are expected to drive transformational revenue growth. We expect to share details on this next wave of innovation towards the end of next year.”Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results
Revenue for the third quarter of 2020 totaled $8.7 million, up 6% from $8.2 million in the prior year third quarter. System revenue was $3.0 million reflecting initial revenue recognition on the first Genesis RMN® Systems. Recurring revenue was $5.5 million in the quarter, compared to $6.3 million in the prior year third quarter. The decline was primarily caused by a 10% reduction in procedure volumes due to COVID-19.Gross margin in the quarter was $4.7 million, or 54% of revenue. Gross margin on recurring revenue was consistent with prior quarters. Gross margin on system revenue reflected the allocation of overhead expenses and initial installation costs, and was not reflective of cash margins generated from the system sales or expected future GAAP margins. Operating expenses in the third quarter of $6.2 million decreased from $6.4 million in the prior year quarter with increased investment in R&D offset by reduced travel and marketing expenses. Operating loss and net loss in the quarter were ($1.6) million. Adjusted negative free cash flow for the quarter was ($0.2) million.Cash Balance and Liquidity
At September 30, 2020, Stereotaxis had cash and cash equivalents of $43.8 million.Forward Looking Expectations
Stereotaxis continues to experience significant interest in the Genesis system and anticipates robust double-digit revenue growth in 2021, with Genesis RMN System revenue of $10-20 million. Stereotaxis is increasing its previously provided guidance for year-end cash balance and now anticipates ending 2020 with greater than $43 million cash and cash equivalents. Stereotaxis’ balance sheet allows it to reach profitability without the need for additional financings.Conference Call and Webcast
Stereotaxis will host a conference call and webcast today, November 9, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. To access the conference call, dial 1-800-437-2398 (US and Canada) or 1-856-344-9206 (International) and give the participant pass code 9232669. Participants are asked to call 5-10 minutes prior to the start time. To access the live and replay webcast, please visit the investor relations section of the Stereotaxis website at www.Stereotaxis.com.About Stereotaxis
Stereotaxis is the global leader in innovative robotic technologies designed to enhance the treatment of arrhythmias and perform endovascular procedures. Its mission is the discovery, development and delivery of robotic systems, instruments, and information solutions for the interventional laboratory. These innovations help physicians provide unsurpassed patient care with robotic precision and safety, improved lab efficiency and productivity, and enhanced integration of procedural information. The core components of Stereotaxis’ systems have received regulatory clearance in the United States, European Union, Japan, Canada, China, and elsewhere. For more information, please visit www.Stereotaxis.com.This press release includes statements that may constitute “forward-looking” statements, usually containing the words “believe”, “estimate”, “project”, “expect” or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements inherently involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Factors that would cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, the Company’s ability to continue to manage expenses and cash burn rate at sustainable levels, continued acceptance of the Company’s products in the marketplace, the effect of global economic conditions on the ability and willingness of customers to purchase its systems and the timing of such purchases, competitive factors, changes resulting from healthcare policy in the United States, including changes in government reimbursement of procedures, dependence upon third-party vendors, timing of regulatory approvals, the impact of the recent coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and our response to it, and other risks discussed in the Company’s periodic and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. By making these forward-looking statements, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release. There can be no assurance that the Company will recognize revenue related to its purchase orders and other commitments in any particular period or at all because some of these purchase orders and other commitments are subject to contingencies that are outside of the Company’s control. In addition, these orders and commitments may be revised, modified, delayed or canceled, either by their express terms, as a result of negotiations, or by overall project changes or delays.Company Contacts:
David L. Fischel
Chairman and Chief Executive OfficerKimberly R. Peery
Chief Financial Officer314-678-6100
investors@stereotaxis.com
