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Zai Lab Ltd (ZLAB)
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Zai Lab (ZLAB) Earnings Dates, Call Summary & Reports

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Earnings Data

Report Date
Aug 10, 2026
TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)
Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.67
Last Year’s EPS
-0.37
Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings

Earnings Call Summary

Q1 2026
Earnings Call Date:May 07, 2026|
% Change Since:
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call highlighted meaningful clinical and strategic progress — notably strong Zoci intracranial and extrapulmonary NET responses, advancing global registrational plans, high-value collaborations (Amgen, Boehringer Ingelheim), an expanding pipeline (ZL-1503, ZL‑6201, ZL‑1311), and a solid cash position ($761.3M). These positives are tempered by near-term commercial and financial headwinds: Q1 product revenue declined 6% to $99.6M, loss from operations widened 23% to $69.4M, ZEJULA weakness from generic competition, VYVGART pricing pressure (12% discount), and XACDURO supply constraints. Overall, the call balances strong long‑term pipeline momentum and strategic positioning against short-term revenue and operational pressures, with management expecting sequential improvement and a return to growth in 2027.
Company Guidance
The company’s guidance included both clinical and near‑term financial/timing metrics: Q1 total product revenue was $99.6M (down 6% YoY) with sequential improvement expected over the next nine months but full‑year 2026 revenue pressure and a return to growth forecast for 2027; loss from operations rose 23% to $69.4M, R&D spend increased ~8% YoY, SG&A was slightly higher, and cash on hand was $761.3M; commercial notes included VYVGART double‑digit volume growth YoY but a 12% NRDL‑related price discount and biologic penetration in gMG of ~15%, while XACDURO faces supply constraints through the year with local manufacturing expected in 2027 and KarXT launching in Q2 2026. Clinical/timing guidance: Zoci’s registrational Phase III (DLLEVATE) is enrolling and on track to complete enrollment in H1 2027 with an interim analysis and potential accelerated approval filing in 2027 and a first global BLA submission planned for late 2027; Zoci clinical signals include intracranial confirmed ORR 62.5% (best intracranial ~69% with 4 CRs), Grade ≥3 TRAEs ~16%, extrapulmonary NEC confirmed ORR 38.2% (vs ~18% for current regimens) and ~68% systemic response in second line at 1.6 mg/kg, with Amgen triplet cohorts enrolling and BI studies to follow. Other pipeline/timing metrics: ZL‑1503 Phase I/Ib healthy volunteer and AD cohort data expected in H2 2026 (with Phase II planned), ZL‑1311 to enter clinic by year‑end 2026, ZL‑6201 already in clinic, Tumor Treating Fields MAA submitted with approval expected by year‑end 2026, Tivdak potential approval “in the coming months,” and partner Vertex’s povetacicept showed ~50% proteinuria reduction meeting primary and all secondary endpoints.
Compelling Zoci clinical data — strong intracranial activity
In extensive-stage small cell lung cancer at the 1.6 mg/kg dose, Zoci showed a confirmed intracranial overall response rate of 62.5% and a best intracranial response approaching 69% (including 4 complete responses). Grade ≥3 treatment-related adverse events were ~16%. These intracranial responses and favorable safety profile were presented as best-in-class signals.
Differentiation in extrapulmonary neuroendocrine carcinoma
Zoci demonstrated a confirmed overall response rate of 38.2% in extrapulmonary neuroendocrine carcinoma versus historically ~18% for commonly used regimens, supporting potential registrational pathways and extension studies.
Robust global development plan and partnerships
Registrational Phase III DLLEVATE study enrolling on track to complete enrollment in H1 2027, positioning for an interim analysis and potential accelerated approval submission. Strategic global collaborations announced with Amgen and Boehringer Ingelheim to evaluate combinations (including a triplet cohort with Amgen already enrolling), expanding combination strategy and development options.
Advanced and diversified pipeline beyond Zoci
Multiple programs advancing: ZL-1503 (IL-13/IL-31 bispecific) with preclinical data showing rapid durable inhibition and Phase I/Ib in atopic dermatitis underway; healthy volunteer and AD cohorts expected H2 2026 with Phase II planned. ZL-6201 is in clinic and ZL-1311 expected to enter clinic by year-end.
Commercial momentum and upcoming launches
Commercial catalysts include KarXT launch in Q2 (first novel schizophrenia mechanism in decades) with guideline inclusion ahead of launch, potential regulatory approval for Tivdak this year, and expectation of Tumor Treating Fields approval for locally advanced pancreatic cancer by year-end—opportunities to leverage existing commercial infrastructure.
Growth pockets and large addressable opportunities
VYVGART delivered double-digit volume growth year-over-year in Q1; XACDURO showed strong underlying patient demand and expanding hospital adoption; biologic penetration in gMG maintenance remains low (~15%), indicating runway for future growth.
Solid balance sheet and focus on efficiency
Ended Q1 with $761.3 million cash. Regional business is commercially profitable. Company is embedding AI across R&D and commercial to drive speed, precision and cost efficiencies and expects sequential product revenue improvement over the next nine months with a return to growth in 2027.

Zai Lab (ZLAB) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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ZLAB Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Slides
Play Transcript
Aug 10, 2026
2026 (Q2)
-0.67 / -
-0.37
May 07, 2026
2026 (Q1)
-0.53 / -0.46
-0.45-2.22% (-0.01)
Feb 26, 2026
2025 (Q4)
-0.36 / -0.46
-0.842.50% (+0.34)
Nov 06, 2025
2025 (Q3)
-0.29 / -0.33
-0.4221.43% (+0.09)
Aug 07, 2025
2025 (Q2)
-0.36 / -0.37
-0.8254.88% (+0.45)
May 08, 2025
2025 (Q1)
-0.55 / -0.45
-0.5518.18% (+0.10)
Feb 27, 2025
2024 (Q4)
-0.65 / -0.80
-1.6350.92% (+0.83)
Nov 12, 2024
2024 (Q3)
-0.78 / -0.42
-0.07-500.00% (-0.35)
Aug 06, 2024
2024 (Q2)
-0.71 / -0.82
-1.2534.40% (+0.43)
May 08, 2024
2024 (Q1)
-0.93 / -0.55
-0.51-7.84% (-0.04)
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ZLAB Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
May 07, 2026
$21.01$19.77-5.93%
Feb 26, 2026
$19.39$19.69+1.55%
Nov 06, 2025
$24.80$23.15-6.65%
Aug 07, 2025
$38.72$34.08-11.98%
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