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Sep 30, 2021

Akebia Q3 2021 Earnings Report

Akebia reported third quarter financial results and highlighted recent company milestones.

Key Takeaways

Akebia Therapeutics reported a total revenue of $48.8 million for Q3 2021, a decrease compared to $60.0 million for Q3 2020, primarily due to lower collaboration revenue from Otsuka. Net loss was $59.5 million for the third quarter of 2021 compared to $60.0 million for the third quarter of 2020. Net product revenue for Auryxia was $36.8 million for the third quarter of 2021 compared to $34.4 million for the third quarter of 2020.

Pre-commercialization activities are underway in anticipation of March 29, 2022 PDUFA date.

Vadadustat marketing authorization application submitted to the European Medicines Agency.

Auryxia net product revenue reached $36.8 million.

Company settled all patent litigation related to Auryxia, allowing generic versions beginning in March 2025.

Total Revenue
$48.8M
Previous year: $60M
-18.7%
EPS
-$0.34
Previous year: -$0.42
-19.0%
Gross Profit
$25.9M
Previous year: $5.4M
+378.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$207M
Previous year: $269M
-23.0%
Free Cash Flow
-$56.3M
Previous year: -$27.2M
+106.9%
Total Assets
$602M
Previous year: $676M
-10.9%

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Forward Guidance

Akebia is focused on pre-commercialization activities for vadadustat and supporting Auryxia revenue growth.

Positive Outlook

  • Anticipating potential U.S. launch of vadadustat in 2022.
  • Preparing for vadadustat's approval by the FDA.
  • Renal sales force is ready for launch.
  • Working with partners for successful launch.
  • Focusing on broad access initiatives.

Challenges Ahead

  • Approval of vadadustat is subject to regulatory review.
  • Potential for generic entrants for Auryxia.
  • Reliance on third parties for development and manufacturing.
  • Competition in the market.
  • Changes in economic and financial conditions.

Revenue & Expenses

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