Codexis Inc (CDXS) Reports Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results
Total Revenues: $70.1 million for FY 2023, a decrease from $138.6 million in FY 2022.
Product Revenues: $42.9 million for FY 2023, including PAXLOVID enzyme sales, down from $116.7 million in FY 2022.
R&D Revenues: Increased to $27.2 million in FY 2023 from $21.9 million in FY 2022.
Net Loss: Reported at $76.2 million for FY 2023, widening from a net loss of $33.6 million in FY 2022.
Product Gross Margin: Improved to 63% in FY 2023, up from 52% in FY 2022, excluding PAXLOVID enzyme sales.
Cash Position: Approximately $70.1 million in pro forma cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2023.
2024 Guidance: Product revenues expected to be between $38 million to $42 million, excluding PAXLOVID revenue.
On February 28, 2024, Codexis Inc (NASDAQ:CDXS), a prominent enzyme engineering firm, disclosed its financial outcomes for the fourth quarter and the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023. The company's 8-K filing revealed a mix of advancements and challenges as it navigates the evolving biotechnology landscape.
Codexis Inc specializes in enzyme optimization services and the commercialization of proteins, with a focus on developing biocatalyst products. The company operates primarily through its Performance Enzymes segment, which has historically been the main revenue driver. Its innovative platforms, such as Codeevolver and ECO Synthesis, are designed to meet the demands of the pharmaceutical and biotech industries across various geographies, with a significant portion of revenue derived from the APAC region.
Strategic Business Updates and Financial Performance
Codexis Inc's CEO, Stephen Dilly, expressed optimism about the company's trajectory, citing strategic decisions that have begun to bear fruit. The company has made significant strides with its ECO Synthesis manufacturing platform, which aims to revolutionize the production of RNAi therapeutics. Key business highlights include technical progress, the formation of a Strategic Advisory Board, and partnerships with industry leaders like Nestle Health Science and Roche.
Despite these advances, the company's financial performance faced headwinds. Total revenues, excluding PAXLOVID enzyme sales, saw a slight decline of 2% year-over-year, settling at $62.0 million for FY 2023. However, when including PAXLOVID enzyme sales, total revenues dropped significantly to $70.1 million from $138.6 million in FY 2022. This decline was also reflected in product revenues, which decreased by 16% to $34.8 million, excluding PAXLOVID sales.
Financial Highlights and Future Outlook
Despite the revenue downturn, Codexis Inc achieved an improved product gross margin of 63% for FY 2023, up from 52% in the previous year, excluding PAXLOVID sales. This improvement was attributed to deferred product revenue recognition and a favorable product mix. Research and development expenses decreased to $58.9 million from $80.1 million, due to cost-saving measures such as reduced headcount and lower outside services expenses.
The net loss for FY 2023 widened to $76.2 million, or $1.12 per share, compared to a net loss of $33.6 million, or $0.51 per share, for FY 2022. The company's cash position remains robust, with pro forma cash and cash equivalents of $70.1 million as of December 31, 2023, bolstered by a recent debt financing agreement expected to extend the cash runway through the end of 2026.
Looking ahead, Codexis Inc has set product revenue guidance for 2024 in the range of $38 million to $42 million, excluding PAXLOVID revenue. The company also anticipates a product gross margin between 58% and 63%. These projections reflect the company's confidence in its strategic focus and the anticipated growth of its Pharmaceutical Manufacturing business.
Investors and stakeholders can expect further updates during the TIDES USA annual meeting in May 2024, where Codexis Inc plans to present a technical update on the ECO Synthesis manufacturing platform. The company also anticipates initiating early access customer testing in the second half of 2024, with potential commercial licensing opportunities emerging in 2025.
Codexis Inc's financial results underscore the company's commitment to innovation and strategic partnerships, even as it navigates a challenging revenue landscape. With a strong financial position and promising technological advancements, Codexis Inc is poised to make significant strides in the biotechnology industry in the coming years.
Explore the complete 8-K earnings release (here) from Codexis Inc for further details.
This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
