Earnings analysis · 10-Q
MMSI earnings analysis
Filed April 30, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report
The latest report
Merit Medical reported strong Q1 results with revenue of $381.9 million, surpassing estimates of $377.5 million, and EPS of $0.68, which was above analysts' expectations. The company continued to experience growth in…
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Merit Medical reported strong Q1 results with revenue of $381.9 million, surpassing estimates of $377.5 million, and EPS of $0.68, which was above analysts' expectations. The company continued to experience growth in both foundational and therapeutic product categories, bolstered by increased sales in domestic and international markets despite higher SG&A expenses. Management is optimistic about future performance but acknowledges ongoing geopolitical risks impacting operations.
From revenue to operating profit
Where each $100 of revenue went in this report.
Cost of sales, operating expenses, and what remained. Figures are rounded to whole dollars.
Where revenue came from
The business segments reported by the company.
Shares of the segments disclosed in this filing, largest first.
Reported figures
- Earnings per share
- $0.68
What stood out
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Strong Revenue Growth
Q1 revenue of $381.9 million represents a 7% increase from $355.4 million in Q1 2025.
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EPS Exceeds Expectations
Reported EPS of $0.68, exceeding expectations of $0.81.
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Positive Segment Performance
Therapeutic segment sales grew by 9.9% to $126.4 million compared to $115.0 million in Q1 2025.
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Stable Gross Margin
Gross margin for Q1 remains steady at 48.4% compared to the prior year.
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Substantial Cash Position
As of March 31, 2026, available cash and equivalents total $490.2 million.
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Operational Cash Flow Improvement
Generated $40.7 million from operating activities, similar to Q1 2025.
What to watch
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Geopolitical Instability
The ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran could disrupt supply chains and affect operational costs.
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Integration Challenges
Risks associated with the integration of acquired companies, particularly the View Point acquisition.
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Potential Regulatory Scrutiny
Fears of regulatory impacts related to trade tariffs could influence product availability and costs.
Management's outlook
Management maintained guidance for fiscal 2026 with revenue projected between $1.612B and $1.634B and EPS of $4.01 to $4.15.
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