The earnings call presented a generally positive outlook with strong revenue growth, successful product launches, and increased future guidance. However, there were challenges noted in specific segments, such as epilepsy revenue declines in Europe and higher R&D expenses. The tax rate increase also poses a potential headwind.
Company Guidance
During LivaNova's Q3 2024 earnings call, the company provided updated guidance for the year, reflecting its strong performance. Key metrics included an 11% revenue growth in the quarter, marking the seventh consecutive quarter of double-digit growth, with a 12% organic revenue increase year-to-date. The company achieved geographical revenue growth of 15% in the U.S. and 9% in Europe and the Rest of the World, while by business segment, cardiopulmonary grew by 15% and epilepsy by 9%. LivaNova raised its 2024 full-year guidance to 8.5%-9.5% revenue growth on a constant currency basis and 10%-11% when excluding the ACS segment wind-down impact. The adjusted operating income margin improved from 16% to 20%, and adjusted diluted earnings per share increased to $0.90 from $0.73 in the same quarter of the previous year. Additionally, the company projected an adjusted effective tax rate of 21%-22% for 2024 and adjusted free cash flow in the range of $110 million to $130 million for the year.
Revenue Growth
LivaNova achieved 11% revenue growth, marking the seventh consecutive quarter of double-digit growth. Cardiopulmonary segment revenue increased by 15% compared to Q3 2023, and epilepsy revenue increased by 9%.
Market Share Gains
The company increased its oxygenator market share from the low 30s in early 2023 to the mid-30s, contributing over 100 basis points of growth year-to-date.
Essenz Launch Success
Essenz launch contributed approximately 400 basis points of growth so far in 2024, with heart-lung machine revenue increasing over 20%.
Increased 2024 Guidance
Based on Q3 performance, LivaNova increased its 2024 full-year guidance for revenue growth to between 8.5% and 9.5% on a constant currency basis.
Strong Cash Flow
Adjusted free cash flow for the quarter was $47 million, up from $26 million in the prior year period, driven by stronger operating results and working capital improvements.
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LivaNova (LIVN) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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LIVN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Oct 30, 2024
$52.97
$51.34
-3.08%
Jul 31, 2024
$51.30
$49.40
-3.70%
May 01, 2024
$55.75
$62.62
+12.32%
Feb 21, 2024
$52.60
$56.82
+8.02%
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