10-QPeriod: Q3 FY2013

DEXCOM INC Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2013

Filed November 6, 2013For Securities:DXCM

Summary

DexCom Inc. (DXCM) presented a mixed financial performance in its Q3 2013 10-Q filing. While product revenues saw a significant increase of $21.4 million to $42.5 million for the quarter compared to the prior year, driven by the G4 PLATINUM system, the company continues to operate at a loss, with an accumulated deficit of $472.8 million as of September 30, 2013. This indicates ongoing investment in research and development and commercialization efforts. Despite the ongoing losses, the company's cash position remained adequate, with $47.6 million in cash, cash equivalents, and short-term marketable securities, which management believes is sufficient to meet obligations through at least September 30, 2014. The company is actively advancing its product pipeline, with submissions for pediatric indications for the G4 PLATINUM system in the U.S. and expanded indications for professional use. Furthermore, the development of the 'DexCom Share' system for remote monitoring is progressing. However, significant risks remain, including reliance on third-party reimbursement, potential delays in regulatory approvals, intense competition, and ongoing patent litigation with Abbott.

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$42.90M
Cost of Revenue$15.30M
Gross Profit$27.60M
R&D Expenses$11.80M
SG&A Expenses$21.60M
Operating Expenses$33.40M
Operating Income-$5.80M
Interest Expense$200K
Net Income-$6.00M
Shares Outstanding (Basic)285.60M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)285.60M

Key Highlights

  • 1Product revenues for the three months ended September 30, 2013, increased by $21.4 million to $42.5 million, driven by higher sales volume of G4 PLATINUM systems and disposable sensors.
  • 2Product gross profit for the quarter significantly increased by $20.0 million to $27.7 million, due to increased revenue, a favorable sales mix of the higher-margin G4 PLATINUM system, and improved manufacturing absorption.
  • 3Research and development expenses increased by $1.5 million to $11.8 million for the quarter, primarily due to increased share-based compensation and salaries, reflecting continued investment in product innovation.
  • 4Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses rose by $6.2 million to $21.6 million for the quarter, driven by higher costs to support revenue growth and product commercialization, including increased salaries and sales commissions.
  • 5The company reported an accumulated deficit of $472.8 million as of September 30, 2013, underscoring its position as an early-stage commercialization company with ongoing investments.
  • 6Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term marketable securities totaled $47.6 million, which management anticipates will be sufficient to fund operations through at least September 30, 2014.
  • 7DexCom submitted PMA supplements to the FDA for a pediatric indication for the G4 PLATINUM system in the U.S. and for an expanded indication for professional use during Q3 2013.

Frequently Asked Questions

While DexCom experienced a significant increase in product revenue and gross profit in Q3 2013, the company continues to operate at a loss and has an accumulated deficit of $472.8 million as of September 30, 2013. Management believes current cash reserves are sufficient to meet obligations through at least September 30, 2014, but future financing may be required.

DexCom is focusing on its G4 PLATINUM system, with submissions for pediatric indications in the U.S. and expanded indications for professional use. They are also developing the 'DexCom Share' system for remote monitoring. The company is also advancing its next-generation sensor technologies.

Key risks include dependence on third-party reimbursement for product adoption, the lengthy and uncertain regulatory approval process, intense competition from established medical device companies, and ongoing patent litigation with Abbott. Manufacturing capacity and supply chain reliability are also critical considerations.

DexCom is actively working with seven of the largest private third-party payors who have issued coverage policies for continuous glucose monitoring devices and has negotiated contracted rates with six of them. They also employ in-house and field-based reimbursement teams to assist customers and engage with payors to obtain and liberalize coverage policies.