Dec 31, 2024
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CureVac Q4 2024 Earnings Report

CureVac reported a Q4 2024 net loss amid strong liquidity and continued R&D investment.

Key Takeaways

CureVac posted a net loss in Q4 2024 but maintained a solid cash position of €481.7 million. Revenue decreased year-over-year, impacted by prior one-off events. The company continues to focus on oncology and prophylactic vaccine R&D, bolstered by strategic milestones and litigation successes.

Q4 revenue totaled €14.5 million, down from €22.6 million in Q4 2023.

Net loss for Q4 was €38.6 million, narrowing from €86.5 million in Q4 2023.

Cash and cash equivalents stood at €481.7 million at year-end, ensuring a runway into 2028.

Positive patent litigation outcome against BioNTech strengthens CureVac's IP position.

Total Revenue
€13.6M
Previous year: €22M
-37.9%
EPS
-€0.181
Previous year: -€0.371
-51.2%
Cash Position
€482M
Operating Loss
€43.8M
Pre-tax Loss
€38.6M
Cash and Equivalents
€453M
Previous year: €402M
+12.6%

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Forward Guidance

CureVac reaffirmed its cash runway into 2028 and expects key clinical trial milestones in H2 2025.

Positive Outlook

  • Cash runway secured into 2028.
  • First patient dosing in sqNSCLC Phase 1 trial expected H2 2025.
  • Data readout from glioblastoma trial Part B expected H2 2025.
  • FDA clearance obtained for new oncology trial.
  • Successful IP litigation bolstering patent defense.

Challenges Ahead

  • No recurring revenue from 2024 one-time licensing payments.
  • Continued net losses from high R&D and litigation costs.
  • Impairment of production facility line impacted earnings.
  • No new commercial product launches in Q4.
  • Ongoing high dependency on milestone payments and collaborations.