Sight Sciences Q4 2023 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Sight Sciences reported a decrease in fourth-quarter revenue by 9% compared to the same period in the prior year, while full-year revenue increased by 14%. The company reduced operating expenses and cash used in the quarter, and secured a new credit facility. They maintained Medicare patient access to their surgical systems and saw positive clinical trial results for their technologies.
Generated fourth quarter 2023 total revenue of $18.8 million, a decrease of 9% compared to the same period in the prior year.
Reduced fourth quarter 2023 operating expenses to $27.1 million, a reduction of $6.8 million, or 20%, compared to the same period in the prior year.
Reduced cash used to $6.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, a decrease of 57% compared to the same period in the prior year.
Maintained Medicare patient access to the OMNIĀ® Surgical System and the SIONĀ® Surgical Instrument after withdrawal of final local coverage determinations.
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Forward Guidance
Sight Sciences projects full year 2024 revenue to range from approximately $81.0 million to $85.0 million, representing a range of 0% to 5% growth compared to 2023. The Company expects full year 2024 adjusted operating expenses of approximately $107.0 million to $110.0 million, representing a range of 0% to 3% decline compared to 2023.
Positive Outlook
- Expects double-digit revenue growth in the second half of 2024.
- Regaining commercial momentum.
- Expanding utilization.
- Expanding customer base.
- Adjusted operating expenses expected to decline by 0% to 3% compared to 2023.
Challenges Ahead
- Revenue growth for full year 2024 is projected to be between 0% and 5%.
- Guidance is subject to significant risks and uncertainties.
- Assumes no meaningful changes to the Company's business prospects.
- Higher first quarter adjusted operating expenses expected primarily due to higher legal expenses for pending litigation.
- Changes in the reimbursement environment, including coverage decisions and reimbursement rates.
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