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AbCellera Biologics (ABCL)
NASDAQ:ABCL
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 07, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.16Last Year’s EPS
-0.15Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed meaningful progress in AbCellera's strategic transition to a clinical-stage biotech: solid liquidity (~$700M available), completion of platform and manufacturing investments, successful nomination and clinic advancement of multiple internal candidates, and a roadmap of near- and mid-term clinical catalysts (notably ABCL635 Phase II readout in Q3 2026). At the same time, notable risks and near-term challenges were acknowledged: revenue growth in 2025 was materially influenced by a one-time legal settlement, research fee revenues are expected to decline as the company pivots to internal programs, R&D spending and cash burn remain elevated, and lead programs face clinical and class-specific safety uncertainties that could delay value realization. Overall, the positive operational and pipeline milestones and strong liquidity outweigh the near-term financial and clinical risks.Company Guidance
Strong Liquidity Position
Approximately $561 million in cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities at quarter end, with an additional ~$140 million in committed government funding, yielding roughly $700 million in total available liquidity to execute the strategy.
Transition to Clinical-Stage Biotech and Pipeline Expansion
Successfully delivered on four corporate priorities for 2025 and exceeded one by nominating two development candidates. ABCL635 advanced into a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase II study; ABCL575 is in Phase I; ABCL688 and ABCL386 are in IND‑enabling activities. More than 20 programs in discovery and an expectation to advance a fifth program into IND-enabling activities in H1 2026.
Near- and Mid-Term Clinical Catalysts
Management expects 2 clinical readouts in 2026 (including ABCL635 Phase II readout anticipated in Q3 2026) and plans for multiple catalysts in 2027 with an anticipated five clinical-stage programs by mid-2027.
Revenue Increase Year-over-Year
Total revenue for 2025 was $75 million versus ~$29 million in 2024, an increase of approximately 158.6%, driven largely by $36 million from a patent settlement with Bruker and $47 million in licensing and royalty payments (and $27 million from partnered program work).
Improved Net Loss and EPS Trend
Net loss improved to approximately $146 million in 2025 from about $163 million in 2024, representing a reduction in loss of ~10.4%. Reported loss per share was $0.49 (basic and diluted).
Increased R&D Investment to Support Internal Pipeline
Research and development expenses rose to $187 million in 2025, about $20 million higher than the prior year (~+12%), reflecting deliberate investment in advancing proprietary programs and internal capabilities.
Clinical Manufacturing and Capital Investments
Substantial completion of clinical manufacturing facility and continued PP&E investments to establish clinical manufacturing capabilities, intended to improve supply chain control, flexibility and IP protection; real estate and other financing actions provided $63 million in liquidity during the quarter.
Discovery-to-Clinic Track Record
Cumulative total of 104 partner-initiated programs with downstream participation; 19 molecules discovered by or via licensed technology have reached the clinic. Of the 104 programs, management reported roughly 48 programs currently actively progressing (~46%).
ABCL Earnings History
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Beat
Missed
ABCL Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 24, 2026 | $3.22 | $3.19 | -0.93% |
Nov 06, 2025 | $4.53 | $3.91 | -13.69% |
Aug 07, 2025 | $4.24 | $4.25 | +0.24% |
May 08, 2025 | $2.01 | $2.03 | +1.00% |
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FAQ
When does AbCellera Biologics (ABCL) report earnings?
AbCellera Biologics (ABCL) is schdueled to report earning on May 07, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is ABCL EPS forecast?
ABCL EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is -0.16.