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Earnings analysis · 10-Q

AMLX earnings analysis

Filed May 7, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report

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Amylyx Pharmaceuticals achieved a Q1 2026 net loss of $41.3 million, reflecting a negative EPS of -$0.37, beating street expectations of -$0.34. Significant R&D expenditures were noted at $27.6 million, driven primarily…

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Amylyx Pharmaceuticals achieved a Q1 2026 net loss of $41.3 million, reflecting a negative EPS of -$0.37, beating street expectations of -$0.34. Significant R&D expenditures were noted at $27.6 million, driven primarily by avexitide clinical trials, and the firm's cash reserves stand at $279.8 million, projected to sustain operations until 2028.

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Reported figures

Earnings per share
$-0.37

What stood out

  • EPS Beat Expectations

    Reported EPS of -$0.37 beat estimates of -$0.34.

  • Increased R&D Expenses

    R&D expenses rose to $27.6 million, up from $22.1 million YoY, primarily due to Phase 3 clinical trials.

  • Cash Reserves Extended

    Cash and equivalents totaled $279.8 million, sufficient to fund operations through 2028.

  • Operating Loss Declined

    Net loss of $41.3 million in Q1 2026, compared to $35.9 million in Q1 2025.

  • Improved Cash Flow from Investing

    Net cash provided by investing activities was $36.3 million, a significant improvement from a $43.7 million outflow last year.

  • Strong Interest Income

    Interest income for the quarter increased to $2.57 million from $2.23 million YoY.

What to watch

  • Persistent Net Loss

    Net loss increased to $41.3 million compared to a $35.9 million loss in the prior year.

  • Clinical Trial Risks

    Increased reliance on avexitide development could jeopardize future financial performance.

  • Cash Flow Constraints

    Continued negative operating cash flow of $36.88 million may limit operational flexibility.

Management's outlook

Management anticipates cash runway sufficient through 2028 but deferred numeric guidance on future revenues.

Earlier filings 4

10-K · March 3, 2026

Amylyx remains a clinical-stage biopharma focused on avexitide (GLP-1 receptor antagonist for PBH) and a neurodegeneration program (AMX0035, AMX0114). The company reports no meaningful product revenue (reported revenue…

10-Q · November 6, 2025

Amylyx reported Q3 2025 product revenue of $0 and GAAP net loss per share of $(0.37), an improvement vs. Q3 2024. Operating loss narrowed to $(36,027) (in thousands) driven by lower operating expenses and a $256.7…

10-Q · August 7, 2025

Amylyx reported Q2 2025 GAAP net loss of $41,443 (per the condensed statements) with GAAP diluted EPS of $(0.46). Product revenue remained nil (Product revenue, net $—) while operating expenses declined to $42,857 from…

10-Q · May 8, 2025

Amylyx reported Q1 2025 GAAP net loss of $35,907,000 (EPS -$0.42), a sizable improvement versus Q1 2024 net loss of $118,793,000 (EPS -$1.75). Product revenue fell to $0 in the quarter (Q1 2024: $88,643,000) as the…

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