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Bio-Rad
🇺🇸 NYSE:BIO
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Dec 31, 2024

Bio-Rad Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Bio-Rad reported a revenue decline due to weakness in the Life Science segment, partially offset by growth in Clinical Diagnostics.

Key Takeaways

Bio-Rad's Q4 2024 revenue decreased by 2.00% YoY to $667,500,000, impacted by a decline in the Life Science segment. However, Clinical Diagnostics grew slightly. Operating margin declined due to higher restructuring costs, but cost efficiencies helped maintain profitability.

Revenue declined by 2.00% YoY due to weakness in the Life Science segment.

Clinical Diagnostics saw 0.90% YoY growth, driven by increased demand for quality control and blood typing products.

Operating margin decreased from 15.50% to 13.80% due to increased restructuring costs.

Bio-Rad expects modest revenue growth of 1.50% - 3.50% in 2025, with continued focus on margin expansion.

Total Revenue
$668M
Previous year: $681M
-2.0%
EPS
$2.9
Previous year: $3.1
-6.5%
Gross Margin
53.9%
Previous year: 54.4%
-0.9%
Operating Margin
13.8%
Previous year: 15.5%
-11.0%
Gross Profit
$342M
Previous year: $366M
-6.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$488M
Previous year: $1.61B
-69.7%

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Forward Guidance

Bio-Rad expects 1.50% - 3.50% revenue growth in 2025, with a non-GAAP operating margin of 13.00% - 13.50%. The company remains focused on its transformation strategy, cost efficiencies, and digital PCR expansion.

Positive Outlook

  • Projected revenue growth of 1.50% - 3.50% in 2025.
  • Expected non-GAAP operating margin between 13.00% - 13.50%.
  • Continued focus on transformation initiatives and cost management.
  • Planned acquisition of Stilla Technologies to expand digital PCR capabilities.
  • Increased investment in Clinical Diagnostics product innovation.

Challenges Ahead

  • Life Science segment remains under pressure due to biotech and biopharma market weakness.
  • Restructuring costs may continue to impact operating margins.
  • Macroeconomic uncertainties could affect revenue growth.
  • Foreign exchange fluctuations may create volatility in financial results.
  • Potential delays in regulatory approvals for new products.

Revenue & Expenses

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