ST. LOUIS, May 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stereotaxis (NYSE: STXS), a pioneer and global leader in surgical robotics for minimally invasive endovascular intervention, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.

“Stereotaxis continues to make significant progress on its robust innovation strategy. We have responded to all outstanding regulatory questions for CE Mark review of the MAGiC catheter and completed the preclinical studies required for an IDE submission to the FDA,” said David Fischel, Chairman and CEO. “We remain on track for multiple key regulatory and commercial milestones this year as we advance a new foundational product ecosystem that makes our robotic technology broadly accessible and impactful across endovascular surgery.”

“Commercial results in the first quarter were essentially identical to the previous year, excluding previously received royalty payments. Since our last earnings call, we have received orders for two Genesis systems. A healthy system pipeline and positive feedback from Genesis users continues to support our expectation of annual double-digit revenue growth and an increase in system orders.”

“We look forward to the upcoming Heart Rhythm Society annual meeting on May 19-21 and sharing meaningful updates on our innovation strategy at the conference.”

2023 First Quarter Financial Results
Revenue for the first quarter of 2023 totaled $6.5 million compared to $7.0 million in the prior year first quarter. Revenue in these quarters were equivalent excluding catheter royalties received in the prior year. System revenue for the first quarter was $1.8 million and recurring revenue was $4.7 million, compared to $1.6 million and $5.4 million in the prior year first quarter, respectively.

Gross margin for the first quarter of 2023 was 59% of revenue. Recurring revenue gross margin was 79% and system gross margin was 7%. System gross margin continues to reflect significant allocation of overhead expenses over low manufacturing volumes. Operating expenses in the first quarter of $9.5 million include $2.6 million in non-cash stock compensation expense. Excluding non-cash stock compensation expense, adjusted operating expenses in the current quarter were $6.9 million compared to $6.5 million for adjusted operating expenses in the prior year first quarter reflecting increased spending in research and development.

Operating loss and net loss for the first quarter of 2023 were ($5.6) million and ($5.3) million, respectively, compared to ($4.1) million for both in the previous year. Adjusted operating loss and adjusted net loss for the quarter, excluding non-cash stock compensation expense, were ($3.0) million and ($2.7) million, respectively, compared to ($1.6) million for both in the previous year. Negative free cash flow for the first quarter was ($3.2) million.

Cash Balance and Liquidity
At March 31, 2023, Stereotaxis had cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash, and investments of $26.8 million and no debt.

Forward Looking Expectations
Stereotaxis reiterates its expectation of double-digit revenue growth in 2023 driven by revenue recognition of system backlog and new system orders. System orders are expected to increase compared to 2022, supporting sustained growth expectations. Accelerating revenue growth in subsequent years is expected to be supported by new technology launches.

Stereotaxis expects to end the year with $22-24 million in cash and no debt. This balance sheet allows it to advance its transformative product ecosystem to market, fund its commercialization, and reach profitability without the need for additional financing.

Conference Call and Webcast
Stereotaxis will host a conference call and webcast today, May 9, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. To access the conference call, dial 1- 800-715-9871 (US and Canada) or 1-646-307-1963 (International) and give the participant pass code 8054202. Participants are asked to call 5-10 minutes prior to the start time. To access the live and replay webcast, please visit the investor relations section of the Stereotaxis website at https://ir.stereotaxis.com/.

About Stereotaxis
Stereotaxis (NYSE: STXS) is a pioneer and global leader in innovative surgical robotics for minimally invasive endovascular intervention. Its mission is the discovery, development and delivery of robotic systems, instruments, and information solutions for the interventional laboratory. These innovations help physicians provide unsurpassed patient care with robotic precision and safety, expand access to minimally invasive therapy, and enhance the productivity, connectivity, and intelligence in the operating room. Stereotaxis technology has been used to treat over 100,000 patients across the United States, Europe, Asia, and elsewhere. For more information, please visit www.Stereotaxis.com.

This press release includes statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements, usually containing the words "believe”, "estimate”, "project”, "expect" or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements inherently involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Factors that would cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, the Company's ability to manage expenses at sustainable levels, acceptance of the Company's products in the marketplace, the effect of global economic conditions on the ability and willingness of customers to purchase its technology, competitive factors, changes resulting from healthcare policy, dependence upon third-party vendors, timing of regulatory approvals, the impact of pandemics or other disasters, and other risks discussed in the Company's periodic and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. By making these forward-looking statements, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release. There can be no assurance that the Company will recognize revenue related to its purchase orders and other commitments because some of these purchase orders and other commitments are subject to contingencies that are outside of the Company's control and may be revised, modified, delayed, or canceled.

Company Contacts:
David L. Fischel
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Kimberly R. Peery
Chief Financial Officer

314-678-6100
Investors@Stereotaxis.com

Source: Stereotaxis, Inc.