AFT Pharmaceuticals — 14% revenue growth despite COVID-19 headwinds

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AFT Pharmaceuticals — 14% revenue growth despite COVID-19 headwinds

AFT Pharmaceuticals recently reported its results for H122. Operating revenue grew strongly by 14% year-on-year to NZ$55.5m, despite the impact of COVID-19 across the business (extended lockdowns in Australia and delayed launches in international markets were the biggest COVID-related headwinds). Reported group operating profit was NZ$5.5m compared to NZ$2.4m in the same period a year ago. Importantly, AFT is continuing to guide for operating profit of NZ$18–23m in FY22.

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AFT Pharmaceuticals

14% revenue growth despite COVID-19 headwinds

Financial update

Pharma & biotech

22 November 2021

Price

NZ$4.91

Market cap

NZ$514m

NZ$0.70/US$

Net debt (NZ$m) at 30 September 2021

32.6

Shares in issue

104.7m

Free float

26.8%

Code

AFT

Primary exchange

NZX

Secondary exchange

ASX

Share price performance

%

1m

3m

12m

Abs

19.8

9.8

(5.6)

Rel (local)

22.9

12.8

(4.7)

52-week high/low

NZ$5.51

NZ$4.00

Business description

AFT Pharmaceuticals is a specialty pharmaceutical company that operates primarily in Australasia but has product distribution agreements across the globe. The company’s product portfolio includes prescription and over-the-counter drugs to treat a range of conditions and a proprietary nebuliser.

Next events

US Maxigesic oral and IV approval

2022

Analysts

Maxim Jacobs

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Jyoti Prakash

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AFT Pharmaceuticals is a research client of Edison Investment Research Limited

AFT Pharmaceuticals recently reported its results for H122. Operating revenue grew strongly by 14% year-on-year to NZ$55.5m, despite the impact of COVID-19 across the business (extended lockdowns in Australia and delayed launches in international markets were the biggest COVID-related headwinds). Reported group operating profit was NZ$5.5m compared to NZ$2.4m in the same period a year ago. Importantly, AFT is continuing to guide for operating profit of NZ$18–23m in FY22.

Year end

Revenue (NZ$m)

PBT*
(NZ$m)

EPS*
(NZ$)

DPS
(NZ$)

P/E
(x)

Yield
(%)

03/20

105.6

3.4

0.03

0.0

N/M

N/A

03/21

113.1

8.2

0.07

0.0

70.1

N/A

03/22e

130.2

16.6

0.15

0.0

32.7

N/A

03/23e

150.3

29.4

0.22

0.0

22.3

N/A

Note: *PBT and EPS are normalised, excluding amortisation of acquired intangibles, exceptional items and share-based payments.

Maxigesic oral and IV approvals on track for CY22

AFT previously filed for FDA approval of both the oral and intravenous (iv) forms of Maxigesic. The company expects the FDA to approve the oral version at some point in CY22 and there is a 30 June 2022 PDUFA date for the iv form. With regards to Maxigesic IV, AFT licensed the product in April to Hikma Pharmaceuticals, the third-largest US supplier of generic injectable medicines by volume. The terms of the agreement include up to US$18.8m in upfront, regulatory and commercial milestones and a profit share (US$3.6m was received in H122).

Maxigesic launched in 46 countries

Maxigesic tablets are now sold and launched in 46 countries, up from 43 at the end of March 2021. Recent launches include Switzerland and Greece. The tablets are registered in 51 different countries. Maxigesic IV has been launched in five countries (launched recently in Germany and Austria) but registered in 29.

COVID-19 continues to affect the business

Extended COVID-related lockdowns in New South Wales and Victoria hampered over-the-counter (OTC) sales in Australia. Additionally, the Maxigesic IV launches in Germany and Austria were hampered by COVID-19 restrictions on distributors accessing hospitals.

Valuation: NZ$671m or NZ$6.41 per share

We are increasing our valuation from NZ$644m or NZ$6.15 per share to NZ$671m or NZ$6.41 per share, mainly due to rolling forward our NPV and lower net debt. AFT reported NZ$5.9m in cash and NZ$38.5m in debt at the end of the half year. The company has stated that it will consider a dividend once it has reached a net debt target of NZ$25–30m and has met earnings guidance.

H122 results

AFT reported revenue of NZ$55.5m for the first half of FY22, the period ending 30 September 2021. This represents a 14% increase over the prior year. Revenue in Australia was up 2% to NZ$29.2m. The OTC channel, which represents approximately 59% of revenue for Australia, grew 2% and was hindered by COVID-19 lockdowns in New South Wales and Victoria. These lockdowns delayed a number of product launches, which will now occur in H222. Maxigesic sales in Australia were also affected by COVID-19 lockdowns but still grew 18%. The hospital channel, which represents 29% of sales in Australia, fell by 1% due to lower antibiotic sales following a surge last year at the height of the pandemic. The prescription channel, which represents 12% of the country’s sales, grew 13% thanks to new product introductions. Operating profits for Australia rose to NZ$3.6m from NZ$3.2m in H121.

New Zealand revenue was up 15% to NZ$15.8m. The OTC channel (54% of New Zealand sales) grew 13% to NZ$8.6m, reflecting a return to more normal sales growth. Vitamin C Lipo-Sachets and Maxigesic, in particular, helped drive growth in the segment. The company has stated that OTC sales have recently dropped off somewhat due to a re-introduction of lockdowns in Auckland but it expects this to be transitory. The hospital channel (17% of sales) grew 23% to NZ$2.7m due to strong antibiotic sales. The prescription channel grew by 15% to NZ$4.6m. The operating loss (including head office costs) for this region was NZ$1.8m compared to a loss of NZ$1.4m in the same period last year. Excluding head office costs, the region booked an operating profit which increased to NZ$2.0m from NZ$1.7m in the prior-year period.

Asia revenue increased by 32% to NZ$2.9m. The OTC segment grew 11% due to increased online sales to China as well as sales to Hong Kong. The hospital and prescription channels grew 32% due to strong anti-bacterial sales. Operating profit declined to NZ$0.4m from NZ$0.7m due to greater investment in marketing support.

Exhibit 1: H122 results by region

NZ$000s

Revenues H122

Revenues H121

Operating profit before tax H122

Operating profit before tax H121

Australia

29,201

28,552

3,620

3,195

New Zealand

15,815

13,709

(1,807)*

(1,425)*

Asia

2,905

2,198

416

721

Rest of world

7,592

4,362

3,262

(69)

Total

55,513

48,821

5,491

2,422

Source: AFT Pharmaceuticals. Note: *New Zealand profit before tax includes head office expenses.

Rest of world revenues grew by 74% to NZ$7.6m, thanks to a substantial increase in licence income (to NZ$4.8m from NZ$0.3m in the same period last year), largely resulting from licence payments from Hikma for Maxigesic IV. Product sales to licensees and distributors declined 35% to NZ$2.6m as slower sales last year due to the pandemic led to a longer period of time to work through inventory. Operating profit was NZ$3.3m, up from a NZ$0.1m loss in the same period a year ago, mainly due to the Hikma payments.

Maxigesic tablets are now sold and launched in 46 countries, up from 43 at the end of March 2021. Recent launches include Switzerland and Greece. The tablets are registered in 51 different countries. Maxigesic IV is launched in five countries (launched in Germany and Austria recently) but registered in 29. Note that the Maxigesic IV launches in Germany and Austria were hampered by COVID-19 restrictions on distributors accessing hospitals.

AFT previously filed for FDA approval of both the oral and iv forms of Maxigesic. The company expects the FDA to approve the oral version at some point in CY22 and there is a 30 June 2022 PDUFA date for the iv form. With regards to Maxigesic IV, AFT licensed the product to Hikma Pharmaceuticals, the third-largest US supplier of generic injectable medicines by volume, in April. The terms of the agreement include up to US$18.8m in upfront, regulatory and commercial milestones and a profit share. US$3.6m was received in H122 and was related to signing the agreement and filing for FDA approval. An additional US$7.5m in payments will be due on reaching certain milestones leading up to and including the first commercial sale. The remainder of the milestones will be based on sales targets in the US.

With regards to the NasoSURF nasal drug delivery device (intended for medications aimed at a patient’s sinus areas), clinical studies are planned for FY22. The 120-patient Pascomer Phase II/III clinical study has completed enrolment despite COVID-related difficulties and data are expected around the middle of CY22. As a reminder, Pascomer is a topical treatment for facial angiofibromas.

Valuation

We are increasing our valuation from NZ$644m or NZ$6.15 per share to NZ$671m or NZ$6.41 per share, mainly due to rolling forward our NPV and lower net debt.

Exhibit 2: DCF sensitivity table (NZ$/share)

Terminal EBIT margin

Terminal revenue growth

30%

34%

36%

40%

45%

-2.0%

4.29

4.66

4.84

5.21

5.67

-1.0%

4.53

4.93

5.13

5.53

6.03

0.0%

4.81

5.25

5.47

5.91

6.46

1.0%

5.15

5.64

5.89

6.37

6.98

2.0%

5.58

6.13

6.41

6.95

7.64

3.0%

6.13

6.76

7.07

7.70

8.48

4.0%

6.87

7.60

7.96

8.69

9.61

5.0%

7.90

8.77

9.21

10.08

11.18

Source: Edison Investment Research

Financials

We have slightly decreased our revenue estimates for FY22 and FY23 by NZ$0.7m, mainly due to lower estimates for Australia, although this was partially offset by higher estimates for Asia. Additionally, we have increased our SG&A estimates for FY22 and FY23 by NZ$0.9m and NZ$1.0m, respectively, due to a higher run rate. We have also increased R&D expense forecasts by NZ$2.7m for both years as the company continues to invest in R&D. Finally, due to net loss carry forwards we have reduced our tax liability estimates for FY22 and FY23 by NZ$1.8m and NZ$2.0m, respectively. We believe the company will be accruing tax liabilities closer to the statutory rate in FY24.

The company reported NZ$5.9m in cash and NZ$38.5m in debt at the end of the half year. We believe AFT will be able to pay down the debt from operating cash flow and does not need additional long-term financing (although it may need to use some short-term facilities for working capital needs). The company has stated that it will consider a dividend once it has reached a net debt target of NZ$25–30m and has met earnings guidance.

Exhibit 3: Financial summary

NZ$000

2020

2021

2022e

2023e

March

NZ GAAP

NZ GAAP

NZ GAAP

NZ GAAP

PROFIT & LOSS

Revenue

 

 

105,597

113,105

130,213

150,348

Cost of Sales

(57,332)

(64,364)

(66,807)

(72,095)

Gross Profit

48,265

48,741

63,406

78,253

EBITDA

 

 

12,522

11,813

20,511

32,987

Operating Profit (before amort. and except.)

 

 

11,708

10,994

19,692

32,168

Intangible Amortisation

(286)

(286)

(286)

(286)

Exceptionals

9,784

0

0

0

Other

0

0

0

0

Operating Profit

21,206

10,708

19,406

31,882

Net Interest

(8,329)

(2,821)

(3,073)

(2,731)

Profit Before Tax (norm)

 

 

3,379

8,173

16,619

29,437

Profit Before Tax (reported)

 

 

12,877

7,887

16,333

29,151

Tax

(185)

(105)

(450)

(6,122)

Profit After Tax (norm)

3,194

8,068

16,169

23,315

Profit After Tax (reported)

12,692

7,782

15,883

23,029

Average Number of Shares Outstanding (m)

97.3

103.3

104.7

104.7

EPS - normalised (c)

 

 

3.3

7.1

15.4

22.3

EPS - (reported) (NZ$)

 

 

0.12

0.07

0.15

0.22

Dividend per share (c)

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.00

Gross Margin (%)

45.7

43.1

48.7

52.0

EBITDA Margin (%)

11.9

10.4

15.8

21.9

Operating Margin (before GW and except.) (%)

11.1

9.7

15.1

21.4

BALANCE SHEET

Fixed Assets

 

 

31,716

37,230

42,142

47,477

Intangible Assets

26,984

32,720

37,918

43,116

Tangible Assets

315

305

402

539

Investments

4,417

4,205

3,823

3,823

Current Assets

 

 

55,336

67,902

73,650

90,139

Stocks

22,734

33,654

34,129

37,542

Debtors

25,969

31,039

25,705

24,032

Cash

6,119

3,209

13,370

28,119

Other

514

0

446

446

Current Liabilities

 

 

(25,102)

(32,102)

(25,422)

(25,775)

Creditors

(22,993)

(26,404)

(22,981)

(25,775)

Short term borrowings

(2,000)

(5,161)

(2,299)

0

Other

(109)

(537)

(142)

0

Long Term Liabilities

 

 

(44,695)

(36,442)

(39,190)

(35,190)

Long term borrowings

(41,200)

(33,200)

(36,200)

(32,200)

Other long term liabilities

(3,495)

(3,242)

(2,990)

(2,990)

Net Assets

 

 

17,255

36,588

51,180

76,651

CASH FLOW

Operating Cash Flow

 

 

21,999

4,292

20,963

34,040

Net Interest

(6,936)

(3,437)

(3,073)

(2,731)

Tax

(185)

(105)

(450)

(6,122)

Capex

(6,562)

(6,231)

(6,398)

(6,439)

Acquisitions/disposals

0

0

0

0

Financing

3

11,673

262

0

Dividends

(566)

(188)

0

0

Net Cash Flow

7,753

6,004

11,303

18,749

Opening net debt/(cash)

 

 

34,834

37,081

35,152

25,129

HP finance leases initiated

0

0

0

0

Other

(10,000)

(4,075)

(1,280)

2,299

Closing net debt/(cash)

 

 

37,081

35,152

25,129

4,081

Source: company reports, Edison Investment Research


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YOC’s Q321 results were strong, highlighting the continuing success of its programmatic advertising platform, VIS.X. Both revenue and EBITDA increased by c 20% for the first nine months of the year (9M21), driven by 40% growth in trading volumes. Management now expects FY21 revenue and EBITDA to be at the top end of the guidance it provided in March 2021, representing year-on-year growth of 16% and 20% respectively, and in line with the expectations provided in our October initiation. Seasonal impacts relating to events like Christmas, as well as new partnerships with demand-side platforms, should help catalyse performance in Q421. Revenue and profitability growth could further accelerate in FY22 as VIS.X builds its share of total revenue.

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