Emergent BioSolutions raises 2025 guidance to $835M revenue and $210M EBITDA as international MCM sales surge

Earnings Call Insights: Emergent BioSolutions Inc. (EBS) Q3 2025

MANAGEMENT VIEW

* CEO Joseph Papa stated that "we had another great quarter and are on track to exceed our initial 2025 revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance." He highlighted securing 11 contract modifications and product orders for the biodefense business, maintaining leadership in the nasal naloxone category, and a strong North America-based supply chain.
* Papa emphasized the company's "multiyear transformation," with strategic investments driving operating margin improvements and evaluating options to advance top-line growth. He reported that third quarter revenues of $231 million were above the high end of guidance, and the company has already achieved the high end of its full year adjusted EBITDA guidance as of Q3.
* Papa noted "market leadership in naloxone remains strong," with NARCAN unit volume and revenue growing sequentially, and international customers now representing 34% of MCM sales year-to-date, up from past years.
* CFO Richard Lindahl said, "Our third quarter revenue came in at $231 million, exceeding the upper end of our guidance range by $21 million, driven by sequential growth of NARCAN and the addition of 4 new contract modifications." He added, "net income for the third quarter was $51 million. Year-to-date net income was $107 million and year-to-date earnings per share was $1.89."
* Lindahl further stated, "we're raising our total revenue guidance to a range of $775 million to $835 million, a $5 million improvement at the midpoint. And we're increasing our adjusted EBITDA guidance to a range of $195 million to $210 million, a $15 million increase at the midpoint as compared to our prior forecast."

OUTLOOK

* Management raised full year 2025 revenue guidance to $775 million to $835 million, and adjusted EBITDA guidance to $195 million to $210 million. Adjusted gross margin guidance was increased to 52% to 54%.
* MCM product sales are expected to reach $450 million to $475 million, while commercial products, including KLOXXADO, are guided at $265 million to $300 million.
* Papa stated, "we are raising our adjusted EBITDA guidance to $195 million to $210 million. Throughout 2025, our operating margin and cash flow have grown significantly as we execute our multiyear turnaround plan."

FINANCIAL RESULTS

* Third quarter revenues were $231 million, surpassing the prior Q3 guidance range of $180 million to $210 million.
* Adjusted EBITDA margin was reported at 38% for the quarter, with adjusted gross margin at 61%.
* Year-to-date net income reached $107 million, and year-to-date earnings per share was $1.89.
* Year-to-date revenues totaled $594 million, with product sales of $545 million.
* Naloxone nasal spray revenue for the year-to-date period was $188 million; anthrax medical countermeasure revenue was $61 million; smallpox revenue $231 million; and other revenues $49 million.
* Operating expenses in Q3 were $52 million, $38 million lower than the prior year. SG&A spend declined by approximately 50% compared to last year.
* The company reported total liquidity of $346 million, including $246 million in cash and $100 million undrawn revolver. Gross debt at quarter end was $693 million, with total net debt at $448 million.

Q&A

* Jessica Fye, JPMorgan: Asked about growth in "other products," international MCM order recurrence, gross margin comparison for international MCM sales, NARCAN OTC and Canadian sales trends, and the impact of the government shutdown. Lindahl responded that much of the "other" category growth was driven by the Ebanga program. Papa explained international contracts are "specific order for a specific quantity at a specific time," but the company views international growth as ongoing. He confirmed international MCM gross margins are higher than U.S. due to pricing. Papa explained Canadian NARCAN sales are progressing but variable by quarter. Regarding the government shutdown, he noted U.S. government partners "continue to move forward on these important strategic initiatives."
* Eduardo Martinez-Montes, H.C. Wainwright: Asked for an update on the Rocketvax collaboration and principal drivers of U.S. government contract revenue. Papa said Rocketvax is "making good progress" with Phase I trials expected to start in early 2026. He stressed the value of Emergent's "diversified product portfolio" and did not single out a lead product, emphasizing the importance of diversity for preparedness.

SENTIMENT ANALYSIS

* Analysts focused on international sales momentum, recurring revenue visibility, margin strength, and drug segment performance, with a neutral to slightly positive tone and questions seeking clarity on sustainability and order nature.
* Management maintained a confident and constructive tone in both prepared remarks and Q&A, repeatedly highlighting growth, guidance raises, and execution of the transformation plan. Papa used phrases such as "we are making great progress," and "we feel very good about our 2025 performance."
* Compared to the previous quarter, management’s tone remained confident, with continued emphasis on transformation, margin improvement, and international growth. Analyst tone shifted toward more granular questions about order quality and segment performance.

QUARTER-OVER-QUARTER COMPARISON

* Guidance for full year revenue and adjusted EBITDA was raised, with the midpoint up $5 million and $15 million respectively versus last quarter’s forecast.
* International MCM sales as a proportion of total MCM revenue fell to 34% from 40%, but management described this as a meaningful increase over prior years and emphasized continued investment.
* Operating expenses and SG&A continued to decline, and liquidity remained strong, though total liquidity decreased slightly from $367 million to $346 million.
* Management’s language around the multiyear transformation remained consistent, with added emphasis on exceeding internal and consensus expectations, and a more pronounced focus on the stabilization and growth of the naloxone business.
* Analyst focus shifted more toward international order recurrence and margin sustainability, compared to the previous quarter’s attention to NARCAN pricing and market share.

RISKS AND CONCERNS

* Management identified potential variability in Canadian and international sales timing, noting quarterly fluctuations.
* Papa stated that international contract revenue is typically for "a specific quantity at a specific time," which could impact predictability.
* The company is monitoring government shutdown risks but reported no current disruption in MCM or NARCAN business from U.S. government partners.
* No significant macro or external disruptions reported this quarter, and management reaffirmed strength in liquidity and cash flow.

FINAL TAKEAWAY

Emergent BioSolutions signaled a robust third quarter, highlighted by revenue and profitability outperformance, a raised full year outlook, and ongoing momentum in international MCM sales. Management underscored the company’s strong liquidity, operational efficiency, and market leadership in naloxone, while emphasizing the durability of its diversified biodefense portfolio and the continued execution of its transformation plan. Investors heard clear signals of confidence in future growth, supported by new contract wins, improved margins, and prudent capital deployment.

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