Strong Fiscal Quarter Performance
Bio-Techne delivered a strong fiscal quarter, exceeding initial projections with a 9% organic revenue growth driven by biopharma end markets and significant demand for GMP AdHens in protein analytical instrumentation.
Increased Operating Margin
The adjusted operating margin increased by 110 basis points sequentially to 30.1% due to organizational and operational efficiency improvements.
Expansion in EMEA and New Partnerships
The EMEA region grew low double digits, driven by a 20% growth in the automated protein analysis portfolio. New distribution agreements with LeaderLife Sciences and MedSomTec expanded geographic reach.
GMP Reagents Growth
GMV agents' revenue increased over 90% for the quarter, with a trailing twelve-month organic growth of over 40%.
Protein Analysis Growth
Instrument-specific consumables increased high teens, marking eight out of the last nine quarters with double-digit consumable growth. New instrument placements also showed positive growth.
Spatial Biology and Precision Diagnostic Tools Growth
The spatial biology segment delivered 12% organic growth, with the launch of the comet system contributing to mid-teens revenue growth.
Strong Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns
Generated $84.3 million in cash from operations, returned $12.7 million in dividends, and conducted a $75.6 million share stock buyback.