Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.: Q4 FY2025 earnings call
What management said about Q4 FY2025, from the documents filed with the SEC on 25 February 2026: press release. The quarter’s numbers.
Key takeaways
- Revenue grew on GAAP and adjusted bases: GAAP total revenues were $284 million in the fourth quarter of 2025, up 9%, and $1.07 billion for the full year, up 12%. Non-GAAP adjusted total revenues were $298 million for the quarter, up 16%, and $1.08 billion for the year, up 14%. Source
- NUPLAZID adjusted quarterly sales rose 17%: Non-GAAP adjusted NUPLAZID net sales were $189 million in the fourth quarter, up 17% from $161 million. GAAP net sales for the quarter were $174 million. Source
- Volume rose 9% for year, 13% in quarter: NUPLAZID volume grew 9% over the full year 2025 and 13% in the fourth quarter. The company stated the GAAP accounting adjustment does not reflect this underlying commercial performance. Source
- IRA rebate estimate raised $20 million: The company recorded a $20 million change in estimate to NUPLAZID IRA rebate accruals covering sales from 2022 through 2025, after first IRA invoices came in above expectations. Non-GAAP figures reallocate this amount to the years the sales were earned. Source
- DAYBUE quarterly sales rose 13%: DAYBUE net product sales were $110 million in the fourth quarter, up 13% from $97 million, mainly due to growth in unit sales. Source
- RADIANT Phase 2 readout due August-October: Top-line results from the Phase 2 RADIANT study of remlifanserin in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis remain on track for August to October 2026, which management called an important upcoming potential catalyst. Source
- Fourth quarter SG&A rose on marketing: Fourth quarter SG&A expense was $156 million, up from $130 million, mainly from higher marketing investment to support NUPLAZID and DAYBUE field expansion and marketing costs. Source
- Non-cash tax benefit lifted net income: Fourth quarter net income included a non-cash income tax benefit of $250 million tied to the valuation allowance on deferred tax assets. The income tax line was a benefit of $247 million for the quarter. Source
“In the fourth quarter we received our first Inflation Reduction Act invoices for NUPLAZID inflation cap rebates”
Catherine Owen Adams, Chief Executive Officer
Guidance
| Area | Period | Figure | Against last quarter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total revenues Source | full year 2026 | $1.22 to $1.28 billion | |
| NUPLAZID net product sales Source | full year 2026 | $760 to $790 million | |
| DAYBUE net product sales Source | full year 2026 | $460 to $490 million | |
| R&D expense Source | full year 2026 | $385 to $410 million | |
| SG&A expense Source | full year 2026 | $660 to $700 million |
What changed from last quarter
- New: NUPLAZID customer-facing teams expanded by 30% in representatives, implemented in early 2026 and now fully deployed. Source
- New: DAYBUE STIX oral solution shipped to first patient, with a broader launch planned for early second quarter 2026. Source
Fourth quarter and full year results
- Revenue grew on GAAP and adjusted bases: GAAP total revenues were $284 million in the fourth quarter of 2025, up 9%, and $1.07 billion for the full year, up 12%. Non-GAAP adjusted total revenues were $298 million for the quarter, up 16%, and $1.08 billion for the year, up 14%. Source
- Fourth quarter net income rose: Fourth quarter net income was $274 million, or $1.60 per diluted share, compared with $144 million, or $0.86 per diluted share, in the same quarter of 2024. Source
- Full year net income and per-share: Full year 2025 net income was $391 million, or $2.30 per diluted share, compared with $226 million, or $1.36 per diluted share, in 2024. Source
NUPLAZID sales and IRA accounting
- NUPLAZID adjusted quarterly sales rose 17%: Non-GAAP adjusted NUPLAZID net sales were $189 million in the fourth quarter, up 17% from $161 million. GAAP net sales for the quarter were $174 million. Source
- Volume rose 9% for year, 13% in quarter: NUPLAZID volume grew 9% over the full year 2025 and 13% in the fourth quarter. The company stated the GAAP accounting adjustment does not reflect this underlying commercial performance. Source
- IRA rebate estimate raised $20 million: The company recorded a $20 million change in estimate to NUPLAZID IRA rebate accruals covering sales from 2022 through 2025, after first IRA invoices came in above expectations. Non-GAAP figures reallocate this amount to the years the sales were earned. Source
- Full year NUPLAZID adjusted sales $692 million: Full year 2025 non-GAAP adjusted NUPLAZID net product sales were $692 million, up 15% from $603 million, against GAAP net product sales of $680 million. Source
“We are seeing growing interest in our new DAYBUE STIX powder formulation as we prepare for a full launch in early Q2 of this year.”
Catherine Owen Adams, Chief Executive Officer
DAYBUE sales and STIX launch
- DAYBUE quarterly sales rose 13%: DAYBUE net product sales were $110 million in the fourth quarter, up 13% from $97 million, mainly due to growth in unit sales. Source
- DAYBUE full year sales up 12%: DAYBUE net product sales for full year 2025 were $391 million, up 12% from $348 million in 2024. Source
- Community reach and named patient supply: Management attributed fourth quarter DAYBUE sales to expanding reach in the community and continued contribution from named patient supply programs outside the U.S. Source
- DAYBUE STIX shipped to first patient: The oral solution has shipped to a first patient, with additional product supply in the channel. Management expects readiness for the broader launch in early second quarter 2026. Source
Pipeline and research spending
- RADIANT Phase 2 readout due August-October: Top-line results from the Phase 2 RADIANT study of remlifanserin in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis remain on track for August to October 2026, which management called an important upcoming potential catalyst. Source
- Fourth quarter R&D fell on prior payment: Fourth quarter R&D expense was $85 million, down from $101 million, because the same quarter of 2024 included a $28 million upfront payment for ACP-711 to Saniona. Source
- Full year R&D spending increased: Full year 2025 research and development expenses were $329 million, compared with $303 million in 2024. Source
“anchored by remlifanserin, with the Phase 2 RADIANT study in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis serving as an important upcoming potential catalyst”
Catherine Owen Adams, Chief Executive Officer
Operating costs and sales expansion
- Fourth quarter SG&A rose on marketing: Fourth quarter SG&A expense was $156 million, up from $130 million, mainly from higher marketing investment to support NUPLAZID and DAYBUE field expansion and marketing costs. Source
- Full year SG&A increased to $549 million: Full year 2025 selling, general and administrative expenses were $549 million, compared with $488 million in 2024. Source
- NUPLAZID sales team expanded 30%: The NUPLAZID customer-facing team added 30% more representatives, implemented in early 2026 and now fully deployed in the field. Source
Profitability and tax benefit
- Non-cash tax benefit lifted net income: Fourth quarter net income included a non-cash income tax benefit of $250 million tied to the valuation allowance on deferred tax assets. The income tax line was a benefit of $247 million for the quarter. Source
- Quarterly operating income fell from prior year: Fourth quarter income from operations was $17.4 million, against $153.5 million a year earlier. The 2024 quarter included a $146.5 million gain on sale of a non-financial asset. Source
- Cost of product sales increased: Cost of product sales was $26.2 million in the fourth quarter, up from $21.8 million, and $89.0 million for the full year, up from $81.8 million. Source
Cash and balance sheet
- Cash and investments rose to $820 million: Cash, cash equivalents and investment securities totaled $820 million at December 31, 2025, compared with $756 million a year earlier. Source
- Stockholders’ equity rose to $1.23 billion: Total stockholders’ equity was $1,227,390 thousand at December 31, 2025, against $732,793 thousand a year earlier. Source
- Receivables and inventory increased: Accounts receivable, net were $121.5 million, up from $98.7 million, and inventory was $34.7 million, up from $21.9 million. Source
Coming up, as management said on 25 February 2026
- RADIANT Phase 2 top-line results: Top-line results from the Phase 2 study of remlifanserin in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis are expected between August and October 2026. Source
- DAYBUE STIX broader launch: The company expects to be ready for the planned broader launch of DAYBUE STIX in early second quarter 2026. Source
Figures management reported
| Figure | Reported |
|---|---|
| NUPLAZID GAAP net product sales, fourth quarter 2025 Source | $174 million |
| NUPLAZID GAAP net product sales, full year 2025 Source | $680 million |
| NUPLAZID volume growth, full year 2025 Source | 9% |
| DAYBUE GAAP net product sales, fourth quarter 2025 Source | $110 million |
| DAYBUE GAAP net product sales, full year 2025 Source | $391 million |
| R&D expense, full year 2025 Source | $329 million |
| RADIANT Phase 2 top-line readout timing Source | August to October 2026 |
| DAYBUE STIX launch milestone Source | Shipped to first patient |
Risks management discussed
- Regulatory: First Inflation Reduction Act invoices for NUPLAZID rebates were higher than expected, leading to a $20 million change in estimate to rebate accruals. Source
Earlier plans management reported on
- On track: Management states the Phase 2 readout for the remlifanserin Alzheimer’s disease psychosis study remains on track for the stated timeframe. Source
- Not stated: Management expects to be ready for the planned broader DAYBUE STIX launch in early second quarter 2026; no status is given beyond that expectation. Source
Other quarters
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