Dec 31, 2024

Atea Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Atea Pharmaceuticals reported a net loss for Q4 2024, with a decline in revenue and continued investment in research and development.

Key Takeaways

Atea Pharmaceuticals reported a net loss of $33.54 million for Q4 2024, with total operating expenses of $39.03 million. The company held $454.72 million in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities at the end of the quarter. Research and development expenses were $25.67 million, while general and administrative expenses reached $13.36 million.

Atea Pharmaceuticals reported a net loss of $33.54 million in Q4 2024.

Operating expenses totaled $39.03 million, including $25.67 million in R&D costs.

Cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities amounted to $454.72 million.

The company reduced its workforce by 25%, aiming for $15 million in cost savings through 2027.

Total Revenue
$0
0
EPS
-$0.4
Previous year: -$0.47
-14.9%
Gross Profit
-$104K
Previous year: -$104K
+0.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$455M
Previous year: $578M
-21.3%
Free Cash Flow
-$30.4M
Previous year: -$21.8M
+39.2%
Total Assets
$465M
Previous year: $595M
-21.9%

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Forward Guidance

Atea Pharmaceuticals expects to begin patient enrollment for its global Phase 3 HCV program in April 2025, while implementing cost-cutting measures to improve financial efficiency.

Positive Outlook

  • Successful End-of-Phase 2 meeting with the FDA.
  • Phase 3 HCV program set to begin patient enrollment in April 2025.
  • Company retained an investment bank to explore strategic partnerships.
  • Projected $15 million cost savings through 2027 from workforce reduction.
  • Strong cash position of $454.72 million to support ongoing operations.

Challenges Ahead

  • Reported a net loss of $33.54 million for Q4 2024.
  • No revenue reported for the quarter.
  • Operating expenses remain high at $39.03 million.
  • Interest income declined year-over-year.
  • Workforce reduction may impact operational capacity.