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Artivion, Inc.: Q2 FY2026 earnings call

What management said about Q2 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 6 August 2026: press release. Guidance figures: 1 lowered, 2 kept. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Q2 2026 revenue grew 9% constant currency: Total Q2 revenue reached $125.8 million versus $113.0 million in Q2 2025, up 11% on a GAAP basis and 9% on a constant currency basis, driven primarily by On-X and stent grafts. Source
  • On-X revenue accelerated to 18% growth: On-X revenues grew 18% on a constant currency basis in Q2 to $30.5 million from $25.6 million in Q2 2025, continuing to gain share from both mechanical and bioprosthetic valves. Source
  • Stent graft revenue showed acceleration: Aortic stent graft revenues grew 12% on a constant currency basis to $46.4 million from $39.8 million, with acceleration noted including contribution from AMDS products. Source
  • Endospan acquisition completed earlier than expected: The Endospan Ltd. acquisition closed in May 2026, ahead of schedule, bringing the NEXUS Aortic Arch Stent Graft System to complement AMDS and ARCEVO LSA and position Artivion as the only company globally with a complete aortic arch portfolio. Source
  • AMDS FDA PMA approval achieved: The company received U.S. FDA approval of the PMA for the AMDS Hybrid Prosthesis, a key milestone that completes the three-pronged aortic arch portfolio positioning the company at the forefront of the segment. Source
  • Return to growth across all international regions: Management noted acceleration with all international geographies returning to growth, with EMEA at 10% constant currency, Asia Pacific 9%, and Latin America 11% growth rates. Source
  • GAAP net loss due to integration charges: Q2 2026 reported GAAP net loss of $13.5 million or $0.28 per share versus net income of $1.3 million or $0.03 in Q2 2025, driven by acquisition and integration-related charges. Source

“In the second quarter of 2026, we delivered 9% constant currency revenue growth and 7% adjusted EBITDA growth, reflecting continued execution of our strategy to drive long-term, profitable growth through an expanding and clinically differentiated product portfolio”

Pat Mackin, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer

Guidance

AreaPeriodFigureAgainst last quarter
Full year 2026 revenue Source2026$480 to $496 millionKept
Full year 2026 adjusted EBITDA Source2026$92 to $99 millionLowered from $100 to $107 million
Endospan integration expense SourceFull year 2026Approximately $8 millionKept

What changed from last quarter

  • Guidance kept: Full year 2026 revenue guidance remained unchanged at $480 to $496 million representing 7% to 11% constant currency growth, maintained after Q2 results. Source
  • New: Endospan Ltd. acquisition completed in May 2026, sooner than anticipated, bringing the NEXUS Aortic Arch Stent Graft System into the portfolio to complete a three-pronged aortic arch offering. Source
  • New: U.S. FDA PMA approval received for the AMDS Hybrid Prosthesis, completing the aortic arch portfolio alongside NEXUS and ARCEVO LSA. Source

Revenue Growth and Product Drivers

  • Q2 2026 revenue grew 9% constant currency: Total Q2 revenue reached $125.8 million versus $113.0 million in Q2 2025, up 11% on a GAAP basis and 9% on a constant currency basis, driven primarily by On-X and stent grafts. Source
  • On-X revenue accelerated to 18% growth: On-X revenues grew 18% on a constant currency basis in Q2 to $30.5 million from $25.6 million in Q2 2025, continuing to gain share from both mechanical and bioprosthetic valves. Source
  • Stent graft revenue showed acceleration: Aortic stent graft revenues grew 12% on a constant currency basis to $46.4 million from $39.8 million, with acceleration noted including contribution from AMDS products. Source

Strategic Portfolio Expansion

  • Endospan acquisition completed earlier than expected: The Endospan Ltd. acquisition closed in May 2026, ahead of schedule, bringing the NEXUS Aortic Arch Stent Graft System to complement AMDS and ARCEVO LSA and position Artivion as the only company globally with a complete aortic arch portfolio. Source
  • AMDS FDA PMA approval achieved: The company received U.S. FDA approval of the PMA for the AMDS Hybrid Prosthesis, a key milestone that completes the three-pronged aortic arch portfolio positioning the company at the forefront of the segment. Source
  • Three additional PMAs planned in NEXUS pipeline: NEXUS serves as a platform technology supporting three additional PMA programs in development, which are expected to further extend and solidify leadership in the aortic arch market. Source

Geographic Performance and Expansion

  • Return to growth across all international regions: Management noted acceleration with all international geographies returning to growth, with EMEA at 10% constant currency, Asia Pacific 9%, and Latin America 11% growth rates. Source
  • EMEA accelerated to double-digit growth: Europe, Middle East and Africa revenue was $44.5 million versus $38.7 million, up 10% constant currency, representing 35% of quarterly revenue with acceleration. Source
  • Asia Pacific and Latin America sustained momentum: Asia Pacific revenue was $12.2 million up 9% constant currency while Latin America reached $6.7 million up 11% constant currency, though combined representing only 15% of revenue. Source

Profitability and Margin Impact

  • GAAP net loss due to integration charges: Q2 2026 reported GAAP net loss of $13.5 million or $0.28 per share versus net income of $1.3 million or $0.03 in Q2 2025, driven by acquisition and integration-related charges. Source
  • Non-GAAP net income declined 41 percent: Non-GAAP net income was $6.3 million or $0.13 per share in Q2 versus $10.7 million or $0.24 in Q2 2025, reflecting integration costs and foreign currency losses of $0.7 million. Source
  • Adjusted EBITDA grew despite integration costs: Adjusted EBITDA increased 7% to $26.4 million in Q2 2026 from $24.8 million in Q2 2025, demonstrating underlying operational leverage. Source

Operating Expenses and Integration

  • Adjusted G&A grew more modestly: Adjusted non-GAAP G&A was $59.9 million in Q2 versus $53.4 million in Q2 2025, a 12% increase reflecting underlying operational growth. Source
  • Research and development increased for pipeline: R&D expense was $9.1 million in Q2 versus $7.1 million in Q2 2025, reflecting increased spending on the ARTIZEN clinical trial and other pipeline programs. Source

Capital Structure and Cash Flow

  • Cash position improved to $77.3 million: Cash and cash equivalents increased to $77.3 million at June 30 from $64.9 million at December 31, supported by debt financing and operating activities. Source

Coming up, per management

  • NEXUS commercial launch planned for January 2027: The NEXUS Aortic Arch Stent Graft System is planned for commercial launch on January 1, 2027, with the company currently building inventory and securing value analysis committee approvals.
  • Three additional NEXUS-based PMAs in development: Management noted that NEXUS serves as a platform technology supporting three additional PMA programs in development, expected to further extend the company's leadership in the aortic arch market. Source
  • ARTIZEN clinical trial continuing enrollment: The ARTIZEN clinical trial is enrolling as expected and represents a key component of the company's broader market expansion pipeline. Source

Figures management reported

FigureReported
Aortic stent graft revenue Source$46.4 million (Q2 2026)
On-X mechanical valve revenue Source$30.5 million (Q2 2026)
Surgical sealant revenue Source$19.3 million (Q2 2026)
Preservation services revenue Source$25.9 million (Q2 2026)
EMEA revenue Source$44.5 million (Q2 2026)
Asia Pacific revenue Source$12.2 million (Q2 2026)
Latin America revenue Source$6.7 million (Q2 2026)

Earlier plans management reported on

  • On track: Management reiterated full year revenue guidance and stated increased confidence in delivering it based on Q2 execution and milestone achievements. Source
  • Met: The Endospan acquisition closed in May 2026, meeting the Q2 timing expectation set in Q1 and achieving completion ahead of initial schedule. Source
  • Met: The company received U.S. FDA PMA approval for AMDS Hybrid Prosthesis in Q2 2026, completing a key component of the three-pronged aortic arch portfolio. Source

Summarised with AI from the documents the company filed with the SEC. Every point carries a quote that is checked word for word against the filing; a point whose quote is not found is left out. Source opens the filing at that line.