10-QPeriod: Q3 FY2011

DEXCOM INC Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2011

Filed November 2, 2011For Securities:DXCM

Summary

DexCom, Inc. (DXCM) reported its quarterly results for the period ended September 30, 2011. The company, a medical device firm focused on continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems, demonstrated significant revenue growth in both its product and development grant segments. For the three months ended September 30, 2011, total revenue increased to $18.25 million from $11.66 million in the prior year period. The company's product revenue grew by approximately 53% year-over-year, indicating increasing market adoption of its SEVEN PLUS system. Despite revenue growth, the company continued to operate at a net loss, reporting a net loss of $13.28 million for the quarter. This was largely due to increased operating expenses, particularly in research and development and selling, general, and administrative functions, reflecting ongoing investment in product development and commercialization efforts. The company ended the quarter with a healthy cash position of $17.52 million and significant short-term marketable securities, providing liquidity for future operations.

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Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenue for the third quarter of 2011 increased by 56.5% to $18.3 million compared to $11.7 million in the third quarter of 2010.
  • 2Product revenue grew by 53.2% to $16.7 million for the three months ended September 30, 2011, driven by increased sales volume and average selling prices.
  • 3Research and Development expenses increased by 35.2% to $8.2 million, reflecting investment in next-generation ambulatory products.
  • 4Selling, General, and Administrative expenses rose by 28.1% to $13.2 million, supporting revenue growth and product commercialization.
  • 5The company reported a net loss of $13.3 million for the quarter, a slight improvement from the $13.4 million net loss in the same period last year.
  • 6Cash and cash equivalents significantly increased to $17.5 million from $4.9 million at the end of the previous fiscal year, supplemented by substantial short-term marketable securities.
  • 7DexCom continues to face significant legal challenges with Abbott Diabetes Care regarding patent infringement, with no amounts accrued as of the reporting date.

Frequently Asked Questions

DexCom reported total revenue of $18.25 million for the third quarter of 2011, an increase of 56.5% compared to $11.66 million in the same period of 2010. Product revenue, specifically, saw a 53.2% increase, reaching $16.7 million.

DexCom is not yet profitable, reporting a net loss of $13.3 million for the third quarter of 2011. The company continues to invest heavily in research and development and sales & marketing, which is impacting profitability. Management believes its current working capital is sufficient to fund operations through at least September 30, 2012, but anticipates continued losses in the foreseeable future due to ongoing expansion and development.

Key risks include achieving widespread market acceptance for its CGM systems, potential delays in regulatory approvals (like for next-generation products), competition from established players, challenges in obtaining broad third-party reimbursement, and significant ongoing patent litigation with Abbott Diabetes Care. The company also notes the need for continued financing and potential dilution to existing shareholders.

DexCom's cash and cash equivalents increased substantially to $17.5 million as of September 30, 2011, from $4.9 million at December 31, 2010. This was bolstered by strong proceeds from a May 2011 follow-on stock offering. Combined with short-term marketable securities, the company had $97.3 million in liquid assets, indicating strong liquidity for its near-term operational needs.