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Insmed Inc.: Q1 FY2026 earnings call

What management said about Q1 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 7 May 2026: press release. Guidance figures: 10 kept. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Total revenue reached $306.0 million: Total product revenue was $306.0 million, up from $92.8 million a year earlier. U.S. revenue was $270.1 million and international revenue was $35.9 million. Source
  • BRINSUPRI sales grew 44% sequentially: BRINSUPRI revenue was $207.9 million, 44% above the fourth quarter of 2025, which the release ties to strong growth in the U.S. market. Source
  • ARIKAYCE growth came from abroad: ARIKAYCE revenue was $98.1 million, up 6%. International sales rose 23% to $35.2 million, while U.S. sales fell 2% to $62.9 million. Source
  • SG&A rose on BRINSUPRI commercial work: SG&A expense was $247.3 million, against $147.5 million. The release ties the increase to professional fees, other external expenses, and compensation tied to BRINSUPRI commercial activities. Source
  • UK approves BRINSUPRI for bronchiectasis: In February 2026 the MHRA granted UK marketing authorization for BRINSUPRI 25 mg for NCFB in patients aged 12 and older with two or more flare-ups in the past 12 months. Source
  • ENCORE met its primary endpoint: The Phase 3b ENCORE study of ARIKAYCE in MAC lung disease met its primary endpoint and all multiplicity-controlled secondary culture conversion endpoints, reported in March 2026. Source
  • Cash and securities about $1.2 billion: Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities were about $1.2 billion at March 31, 2026, down from about $1.4 billion at December 31, 2025. Source

“In the first quarter of 2026, momentum across Insmed’s commercial portfolio and pipeline continued to build,”

Will Lewis, Chair and Chief Executive Officer

Guidance

AreaPeriodFigureAgainst last quarter
BRINSUPRI revenue Sourcefull-year 2026at least $1 billionKept
ARIKAYCE revenue Sourcefull-year 2026$450 million to $470 millionKept
Pre-clinical share of spending Source2026less than 20% of overall expendituresKept
Brensocatib regulatory decision, Japan Source2026regulatory decision in 2026Kept
ARIKAYCE sNDA, all MAC lung disease patients Sourcesecond half of 2026submission in the second half of 2026Kept
ARIKAYCE label review, Japan Sourcesecond half of 2026review with PMDA in the second half of 2026Kept
TPIP open-label extension data, PAH Sourcethird quarter of 2026data in the third quarter of 2026Kept
TPIP Phase 3 start, progressive pulmonary fibrosis Sourceby end of 2026by the end of 2026Kept
TPIP Phase 3 start, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis Sourcefirst half of 2027first half of 2027
INS1033 IND filing Sourcesecond half of 2026second half of 2026Kept
INS1203 IND filing Source2026IND filing expected in 2026Kept

What changed from last quarter

  • Guidance kept: BRINSUPRI full-year 2026 revenue guidance of at least $1 billion was reiterated, as in the prior release. Source
  • Guidance kept: ARIKAYCE full-year 2026 revenue guidance of $450 million to $470 million was reiterated, as in the prior release. Source
  • New: The UK regulator granted marketing authorization for BRINSUPRI in February 2026. The prior release had expected a UK decision in 2026. Source
  • New: Topline results from the Phase 3b ENCORE study of ARIKAYCE were reported in March 2026. The prior release had expected the readout in March or April 2026. Source
  • New: The Phase 3 PALM-PAH study of TPIP in PAH was initiated in April 2026. The prior release had planned the start for the first half of 2026. Source
  • New: Phase 2 development of INS1148 is now initially targeting PPF and IPF. The prior release named ILD and moderate to severe asthma. Source

Results and growth drivers

  • Total revenue reached $306.0 million: Total product revenue was $306.0 million, up from $92.8 million a year earlier. U.S. revenue was $270.1 million and international revenue was $35.9 million. Source
  • BRINSUPRI sales grew 44% sequentially: BRINSUPRI revenue was $207.9 million, 44% above the fourth quarter of 2025, which the release ties to strong growth in the U.S. market. Source
  • Net loss was lower than a year earlier: Net loss was $163.6 million, or $0.76 per share, against $256.6 million, or $1.42 per share, in the first quarter of 2025. Source

Product and regional sales

  • ARIKAYCE growth came from abroad: ARIKAYCE revenue was $98.1 million, up 6%. International sales rose 23% to $35.2 million, while U.S. sales fell 2% to $62.9 million. Source
  • U.S. ARIKAYCE sales declined slightly: U.S. ARIKAYCE revenue was $62.9 million, against $64.3 million a year earlier, a 2% decline. Source
  • BRINSUPRI sales almost all U.S.: BRINSUPRI U.S. revenue was $207.2 million, with $0.7 million internationally. The prior-year period had no BRINSUPRI sales. Source

“The trajectory of the BRINSUPRI launch continues to exceed our expectations, and we are especially encouraged by the positive topline results from the ENCORE Phase 3b study, which could enable us to extend our reach to even more patients.”

Will Lewis, Chair and Chief Executive Officer

Operating costs

  • R&D expense rose on headcount: Research and development expense was $209.5 million, up from $152.6 million. The release attributes the increase to compensation, stock-based compensation from higher headcount, manufacturing and clinical costs. Source
  • SG&A rose on BRINSUPRI commercial work: SG&A expense was $247.3 million, against $147.5 million. The release ties the increase to professional fees, other external expenses, and compensation tied to BRINSUPRI commercial activities. Source
  • Cost of product revenue rose with sales: Cost of product revenues excluding amortization was $47.4 million, up from $21.3 million, reflecting higher ARIKAYCE and BRINSUPRI product revenues after the August 2025 BRINSUPRI launch. Source
  • Contingent consideration fair value change reduced expense: The change in fair value of deferred and contingent consideration liabilities was a negative $47.0 million in operating expenses, against an $18.3 million charge in the first quarter of 2025. Source

Margins and other income

  • Cost ratio fell with BRINSUPRI mix: Cost of product revenues as a share of revenue decreased. The release links this to BRINSUPRI sales, which have lower manufacturing costs than ARIKAYCE. Source
  • Operating loss narrowed to $153.3 million: Operating loss was $153.3 million, against $248.1 million in the first quarter of 2025. Investment income was $12.0 million. Source
  • Tax and other lines were small: Provision for income taxes was $1.5 million, against $0.9 million a year earlier. Other expense, net was $0.7 million, against other income of $0.1 million. Source

“We remain focused on improving bronchiectasis diagnosis, expanding the ARIKAYCE label, advancing our Phase 3 programs for TPIP, and progressing our early-stage pipeline, with the ambition of delivering meaningful innovation and improving the lives of patients with serious diseases.”

Will Lewis, Chair and Chief Executive Officer

Respiratory approvals and trials

  • UK approves BRINSUPRI for bronchiectasis: In February 2026 the MHRA granted UK marketing authorization for BRINSUPRI 25 mg for NCFB in patients aged 12 and older with two or more flare-ups in the past 12 months. Source
  • ENCORE met its primary endpoint: The Phase 3b ENCORE study of ARIKAYCE in MAC lung disease met its primary endpoint and all multiplicity-controlled secondary culture conversion endpoints, reported in March 2026. Source
  • Japan brensocatib decision still pending: A regulatory decision on brensocatib for NCFB in Japan is expected in 2026. The release describes this as the remaining BRINSUPRI decision in the period. Source

Pipeline and investment priorities

  • PAH Phase 3 study started in April: Insmed initiated the Phase 3 PALM-PAH study of TPIP in PAH in April 2026. The release also says enrollment continues in the PALM-ILD trial of TPIP. Source
  • INS1148 development focus changed: Phase 2 development of INS1148 now initially targets PPF and IPF, and the company is exploring other diseases. The prior release named ILD and moderate to severe asthma. Source
  • Gene therapy trials keep enrolling: Enrollment continues in the Phase 1 ASCEND study of INS1201 for DMD, and in the Phase 1 ARMOR study of INS1202 for ALS. INS1203 is advancing toward the clinic. Source
  • Planned 2026 investment areas listed: For 2026 the company plans to invest in commercialization of BRINSUPRI and ARIKAYCE, ARIKAYCE filings, TPIP Phase 3 studies, INS1148, gene therapy programs, INS1033, and preclinical research. Source

Cash, debt and share count

  • Cash and securities about $1.2 billion: Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities were about $1.2 billion at March 31, 2026, down from about $1.4 billion at December 31, 2025. Source
  • Debt and contingent liabilities listed: Long-term debt was $542.2 million, royalty financing $162.1 million, and contingent consideration $270.3 million, which was $314.3 million at December 31, 2025. Source
  • Interest and investment income compared: Investment income was $12.0 million and interest expense was $20.1 million, against $13.9 million and $21.6 million in the first quarter of 2025. Source
  • Shares outstanding increased: Issued and outstanding shares were 216,521,841 at March 31, 2026, up from 214,255,853 at December 31, 2025. Source

Coming up, as management said on 7 May 2026

  • ATS abstracts presented May 15-20: Insmed plans to present six abstracts from its respiratory programs (BRINSUPRI, ARIKAYCE, TPIP) at the ATS 2026 International Conference. Source
  • ARIKAYCE sNDA planned second half 2026: Submission of an sNDA to the FDA for ARIKAYCE in all MAC lung disease patients is planned for the second half of 2026. Source
  • Japan brensocatib decision expected 2026: A regulatory decision on brensocatib for NCFB in Japan is expected in 2026. Source
  • TPIP PAH open-label data in Q3: Data from the open-label extension of the Phase 2b PAH study of TPIP are expected in the third quarter of 2026. Source
  • PPF Phase 3 start by year-end: A Phase 3 study of TPIP in progressive pulmonary fibrosis is expected to start by the end of 2026. Source

Figures management reported

FigureReported
BRINSUPRI product revenue, Q1 2026 Source$207.9 million
ARIKAYCE product revenue, Q1 2026 Source$98.1 million
R&D expense, Q1 2026 Source$209.5 million
Trial readout: ENCORE (ARIKAYCE, MAC lung disease) SourceMet primary and all multiplicity-controlled secondary culture conversion endpoints
Approval: BRINSUPRI in the UK SourceMarketing authorization granted February 2026
Pipeline milestone: Phase 3 PALM-PAH (TPIP, PAH) SourceInitiated April 2026
Regulatory decision: brensocatib, Japan SourceExpected in 2026

Risks management discussed

  • Regulatory: Management is evaluating how evolving U.S. policies may affect the timing of future international commercial launches. Source

Earlier plans management reported on

  • Met: The ENCORE topline results were reported in March 2026, within the timing given in the prior release. Source
  • Met: The PALM-PAH study was initiated in April 2026, consistent with the first-half 2026 plan in the prior release. Source
  • Ahead: Management said the BRINSUPRI launch continues to exceed its expectations. Source
  • Not stated: The company continues to anticipate BRINSUPRI revenue of at least $1 billion for full-year 2026. Source
  • Not stated: The prior release conditioned the sNDA plan on positive ENCORE topline data. The current release states the plan for the second half of 2026 without that condition. Source

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