Exceeding Sales and Earnings Targets
QIAGEN exceeded its sales outlook with $502 million in Q3, representing 6% growth at constant exchange rates, and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.57, $0.03 above outlook.
Strong Performance in Diagnostic Solutions
Diagnostic Solutions product group saw 10% CER growth, driven by QuantiFERON TB test sales exceeding $100 million for six consecutive quarters.
QIAstat's Significant Growth
QIAstat posted 40% CER sales growth with more than 150 instrument placements, and received FDA clearances for multiple panels.
Improvement in Profitability and Cash Flow
Adjusted operating income margin increased by 3% to 29.6% of sales, with a 73% increase in free cash flow to $364 million for the first 9 months of 2024.
Upgraded Full-Year Earnings Outlook
Adjusted EPS target for 2024 increased to at least $2.19 at CER, up from $2.16.