Apyx Medical Corp

Previous wording

You should read the following discussion and analysis in conjunction with our financial statements and related notes contained elsewhere in this report and with the audited consolidated financial statements and footnotes as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023 contained within our Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 21, 2024. This discussion contains forward-looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Our actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors discussed in this report and those discussed in other documents we file with the SEC. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements represent beliefs and assumptions as of the date of this report. While we may elect to update forward-looking statements and at some point in the future, we specifically disclaim any obligation to do so, even if our estimates change. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Current wording

The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with our financial statements and related notes contained elsewhere in this report and with the audited consolidated financial statements and footnotes as of and for the year ended December 31, 2024 contained within our Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 13, 2025. This discussion contains forward-looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Our actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors discussed in this report and those discussed in other documents we file with the SEC. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements represent beliefs and assumptions as of the date of this report. While we may elect to update forward-looking statements and at some point in the future, we specifically disclaim any obligation to do so, even if our estimates change. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

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We operate in two business segments: OEM and Advanced Energy. The OEM segment is primarily development and manufacturing contract and product driven. The Advanced Energy segment sells both capital equipment and consumables in the form of a single use handpiece. Sales of handpiece units are a substantial portion of our business and for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, we sold approximately 64,000 and 59,000 units, respectively. In the third quarter, our handpiece revenue grew 9% overall and 15% in the United States and handpiece revenue now accounts for more than 60% of our total Advanced Energy revenue.

Current wording

We operate in two business segments: OEM and Advanced Energy. The OEM segment is primarily development and manufacturing contract and product driven. The Advanced Energy segment sells both capital equipment and consumables in the form of a single use handpiece. Sales of handpiece units are a substantial portion of our business and for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, we sold approximately 19,000 and 21,000 units, respectively. In the first quarter of 2025, our handpiece revenue grew 1% overall and 14% in the United States and handpiece revenue now accounts for more than 60% of our total Advanced Energy revenue.

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Glucagon- like peptide -1 peptide receptor agonists (GLP-1’s), such as Mounjaro®, Wegovy® and Ozempic®, are prescribed for the treatment of diabetes and or weight loss in combination with exercise to improve glycemic control. GLP-1’s have also been found to mimic the GLP-1 satiety hormone in our bodies. When one eats, GLP-1 is released in the small intestines regulating blood sugar and sending signals to the brain centers that control appetite. Studies have shown patients taking GLP-1’s have experienced a loss of body weight. Currently, two GLP-1’s are cleared by the FDA for weight loss, but we anticipate a number of additional drug candidates will be cleared as well as, oral versions of these injectable medications.

Current wording

Glucagon- like peptide -1 receptor agonists ("GLP-1s"), such as Mounjaro®, Wegovy® and Ozempic®, are prescribed for the treatment of diabetes and/or weight loss in combination with exercise to improve glycemic control. GLP-1’s have also been found to mimic the GLP-1 satiety hormone in our bodies. When one eats, GLP-1 is released in the small intestines regulating blood sugar and sending signals to the brain centers that control appetite. Studies have shown patients taking GLP-1’s have experienced a loss of body weight. Currently, three GLP-1’s are cleared by the FDA for weight loss, but we anticipate a number of additional drug candidates will be cleared as well as, oral versions of these injectable medications.

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We believe the increased use of GLP-1’s may have had an initial negative impact on the number of liposuction procedures and created uncertainty in the aesthetic space. However, we believe, as these drugs will have a ripple effect that will eventually drive people towards plastic surgery and will provide a tailwind for sales of our Renuvion products. Rapid weight loss caused by these drugs can contribute to loose skin, particularly in the curvier areas of the body. To address this, the cosmetic surgery market is focusing on body contouring. Body contouring is a customizable treatment for patients to target specific fat deposits, engage in fat transfer, and treatments to address loose or lax skin. Renuvion is the only FDA approved device for the treatment of this issue post liposuction. Additionally, Renuvion may be used to treat skin laxity without the use of liposuction, potentially increasing the total available market for our products.

Current wording

We believe the increased use of GLP-1s had an initial negative impact on the revenue for plastic and cosmetic surgeons and created uncertainty in the aesthetic space. However, we believe, as these drugs will have a ripple effect that will eventually drive people towards plastic surgery and may provide a tailwind for sales of our Renuvion products. Rapid weight loss caused by these drugs can contribute to loose skin, particularly in the curvier areas of the body. To address this, the cosmetic surgery market focuses on body contouring. Body contouring is a customizable treatment for patients to target specific fat deposits, engage in the transfer of fat, and treatments to address loose or lax skin. Renuvion is the only FDA approved device for the treatment of this issue post liposuction. Additionally, Renuvion may be used to treat skin laxity without the use of liposuction, potentially increasing the total available market for our products.

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We have incurred recurring net losses and cash outflows from operations and we anticipate that losses will continue in the near term. We plan to continue to fund our operations and capital funding needs through existing cash, sales of our products and if necessary additional equity and/or debt financing. However, we cannot be certain that additional financing will be available when needed or that, if available, financing will be obtained on terms acceptable to us. The sale of additional equity would result in dilution to our stockholders. Incurring additional debt financing would result in further debt service obligations, and the instruments governing such debt could provide for operating and financing covenants that would restrict our operations. If we are unable to raise additional capital in sufficient amounts or on acceptable terms, we may be required to delay, limit, reduce, or terminate our sales, marketing and product development. Any of these actions could harm our business, results of operations and prospects.

Current wording

We have incurred recurring net losses and cash outflows from operations and we anticipate that losses will continue in the near term. We plan to continue to fund our operations and capital funding needs through existing cash, sales of our products and, if necessary, additional equity and/or debt financing. However, we cannot be certain that additional financing will be available when needed or that, if available, financing will be obtained on terms acceptable to us. The sale of additional equity would result in dilution to our stockholders. Incurring additional debt financing would result in further debt service obligations, and the instruments governing such debt could provide for operating and financing covenants that would restrict our operations. If we are unable to raise additional capital in sufficient amounts or on acceptable terms, it may be necessary to delay, limit, reduce, or terminate our sales, marketing and product development. Any of these actions could harm our business, results of operations and prospects.

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The consequences of global supply chain instability and inflationary cost increases and their adverse impact to the global economy, continue to evolve. Accordingly, the significance of the future impact to our business and financial statements remains subject to significant uncertainty. We continue to work on initiatives to combat inflation, including finding alternative suppliers that meet our quality standards, streamlining our supplier network to reduce the use of middlemen and redesigning some components to achieve better volume purchase prices. Inflation has not, to date, materially impacted our operations or financial performance. However, as these trends continue for raw materials, freight, and labor costs, our future financial performance could be adversely impacted.

Current wording

The consequences of global supply chain instability and inflationary cost increases, potential and actual tariffs, and their adverse impact to the global economy, continue to evolve. Accordingly, the significance of the future impact to our business and financial statements remains subject to significant uncertainty. We continue to work on initiatives to combat inflation, including finding alternative suppliers that meet our quality standards, streamlining our supplier network to reduce the use of middlemen and redesigning some components to achieve better volume purchase prices. Inflation has not, to date, materially impacted our operations or financial performance. However, as these trends continue for raw materials, freight, and labor costs, our future financial performance could be adversely impacted.

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In regards to our operating segments, our results are aggregated into reportable segments only if they exhibit similar economic characteristics. In addition to similar economic characteristics, we also consider the following factors in determining the reportable segments: the nature of business activities, the management structure directly accountable to our chief operating decision maker for operating and administrative activities, availability of discrete financial information, and information presented to the Board of Directors and investors. Asset information is not reviewed by the chief operating decision maker by segment and is not available by segment and, accordingly, we have not presented a measure of assets by reportable segment.

Current wording

In regard to our operating segments, results are aggregated into reportable segments only if they exhibit similar economic characteristics. In addition to similar economic characteristics, we also consider the following factors in determining the reportable segments: the nature of business activities, the management structure directly accountable to our chief operating decision maker for operating and administrative activities, availability of discrete financial information, and information presented to the Board of Directors and investors. Asset information is not reviewed by the chief operating decision maker by segment and is not available by segment and, accordingly, we have not presented a measure of assets by reportable segment.

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Our reportable segments are disclosed as principally organized and managed as two operating segments: Advanced Energy and OEM. “Corporate & Other” includes certain unallocated corporate and administrative costs which are not specifically attributed to any reportable segment. The OEM segment is primarily development and manufacturing contract and product driven, and all related expenses are recorded as cost of sales, therefore no segment specific operating expenses are incurred.

Current wording

Our reportable segments are disclosed as principally organized and managed as two operating segments: Advanced Energy and OEM. “Corporate & Other” includes certain unallocated corporate and administrative costs which are not specifically attributed to any reportable segment. The OEM segment is primarily development and manufacturing contract and product driven. All related expenses are recorded as cost of sales and therefore no segment specific operating expenses are incurred.

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Total revenue decreased by 4.1%, or approximately $0.5 million, for the three months ended September 30, 2024 when compared with the three months ended September 30, 2023. Advanced Energy segment sales decreased 5.6%, or approximately $0.5 million, for the three months ended September 30, 2024 when compared with the three months ended September 30, 2023. The Advanced Energy sales decrease was driven by a lower average selling price of generators to domestic customers, fewer domestic customer upgrades to the Apyx One Console and a decrease in international sales of new generators. These decreases were partially offset by an increased volume of single-use handpieces domestically and sales of upgrades to the Apyx One Console internationally. OEM segment sales increased 2.8%, or approximately $0.1 million, for the three months ended September 30, 2024 when compared with the three months ended September 30, 2023. The increase in OEM sales was due to increases in sales volume to existing customers, including Symmetry Surgical under our 10-year generator manufacturing and supply agreement.

Current wording

Total revenue decreased by 7.9%, or approximately $0.8 million, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 when compared with the three months ended March 31, 2024. Advanced Energy segment sales increased 5.8%, or approximately $0.4 million, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 when compared with the three months ended March 31, 2024. The Advanced Energy sales increase was driven by an increased volume of single-use handpieces domestically, domestic and international sales of upgrades to the Apyx One Console and domestic sales of new generators. These increases were partially offset by a lower average selling price of generators to domestic customers and a general decrease in international sales. OEM segment sales decreased 44.7%, or approximately $1.2 million, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 when compared with the three months ended March 31, 2024. The decrease in OEM sales was due to decreases in sales volume to existing customers, excluding Symmetry Surgical under our 10-year generator manufacturing and supply agreement.

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International sales represented approximately 32.2% and 30.8% of total revenues for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, as compared with 27.8% and 26.6% of total revenues for the same period in the prior year. Management estimates our products have been sold in more than 60 countries through local dealers coordinated by sales and marketing personnel through our facilities in Clearwater, Florida and Sofia, Bulgaria.

Current wording

International sales represented approximately 28.5% and 31.9% of total revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. Management estimates our products have been sold in more than 60 countries through local dealers coordinated by sales and marketing personnel through our facilities in Clearwater, Florida and Sofia, Bulgaria.

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Gross profit for the three months ended September 30, 2024, decreased 12.8% to $7.0 million, compared to $8.0 million for the same period in the prior year. Gross margin for the three months ended September 30, 2024, was 60.5%, compared to 66.6% for the same period in 2023. The decrease in gross profit margins for the three months ended September 30, 2024 from the prior year period is primarily attributable to a decrease in the average selling price of generators to domestic customers, changes in the sales mix between our two segments, with our OEM segment comprising a higher percentage of total sales and geographic mix within our Advanced Energy segment, with international sales comprising a higher percentage of total sales.

Current wording

Gross profit for the three months ended March 31, 2025, decreased 4.8% to $5.7 million, compared to $5.9 million for the same period in the prior year. Gross margin for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was 60.1%, compared to 58.1% for the same period in 2024. The increase in gross margin for the three months ended March 31, 2025 from the prior year period is primarily attributable to mix between our segments with Advanced Energy comprising a higher percentage of total sales and geographic mix within our Advanced Energy segment, with domestic sales comprising a higher percentage of total sales. These increases were partially offset by a decrease in the average selling price of generators to domestic customers and product mix within our OEM segment.

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Research and development expenses decreased 18.9% for the three months ended September 30, 2024, primarily due to lower compensation and benefits costs ($0.2 million) and lower spending on our product development initiatives and clinical studies ($0.1 million).

Current wording

Research and development expenses decreased 42.4% for the three months ended March 31, 2025, primarily due to lower compensation and benefits costs ($0.4 million) and lower spending on our product development initiatives and clinical studies ($0.2 million).

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During the three months ended September 30, 2024, selling, general and administrative expense decreased 11.4%, primarily due to decreases in commissions ($0.3 million), advertising expense, including trade show fees and related costs ($0.1 million), insurance expense, including claims on our policies ($0.1 million) and foreign currency gains and losses ($0.1 million). These decreases were partially offset by higher meeting and training costs ($0.1 million).

Current wording

During the three months ended March 31, 2025, selling, general and administrative expense decreased 30.9%, primarily due to lower travel expenses ($0.6 million), meeting and training costs ($0.5 million), regulatory expenses ($0.2 million), board of directors cash compensation ($0.1 million), sales and property taxes ($0.1 million), payment processing fees ($0.1 million) and foreign currency gains and losses ($0.1 million). These decreases were partially offset by higher advertising expense, including trade show fees and related costs ($0.2 million) and increases in commissions ($0.1 million).

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Interest income increased approximately $0.1 million and $0.8 million, respectively, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, when compared with the same periods the prior year. These increases are due to a higher average balance in our investments in money market funds and U.S. Treasury securities included in cash and cash equivalents.

Current wording

Interest income decreased approximately $0.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, when compared with the same period in the prior year. This decrease is due to a lower average balance and lower average yield in our investments in money market funds and U.S. Treasury securities included in cash and cash equivalents.

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Our income tax expense (benefit) was approximately $60,000 and $(318,000) with effective tax rates of (1.3)% and 6.4% for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively. For the three months ended September 30, 2024, the effective rate differs from the statutory rate primarily due to the full valuation allowance recorded on the net operating loss (“NOL”) and net deferred tax assets generated during the period. For the three months ended September 30, 2023, the effective rate differs from the statutory rate primarily due to interest income on our income tax refund that we received during the quarter, partially offset by the full valuation allowance recorded on the NOL generated during the period.

Current wording

Income tax expense was approximately $49,000 and $53,000 with effective tax rates of (1.2)% and (0.7)% for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. For the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, the effective rate differs from the statutory rate primarily due to the full valuation allowance recorded on the net operating loss (“NOL”) and net deferred tax assets generated during the period.

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At September 30, 2024, we had approximately $28.0 million in cash and cash equivalents as compared to approximately $43.7 million in cash and cash equivalents at December 31, 2023. Our working capital at September 30, 2024 was approximately $42.6 million compared with $57.6 million at December 31, 2023.

Current wording

At March 31, 2025, we had approximately $31.0 million in cash and cash equivalents as compared to approximately $31.7 million in cash and cash equivalents at December 31, 2024. Our working capital at March 31, 2025 was approximately $42.3 million compared with $45.7 million at December 31, 2024.

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For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, net cash used in operating activities was approximately $15.1 million, which principally funded our loss from operations of $15.8 million, compared with net cash used in operating activities, exclusive of the receipt of our $8.1 million final income tax refund, of approximately $11.1 million in the nine months ended September 30, 2023. The increase in cash used in operations is primarily due to the payment of accrued bonuses in the first quarter of 2024, no bonuses were paid in 2023, higher cash interest expense, net of interest income, and the increase in operating loss driven by lower Advanced Energy sales compared to the same period in the prior year. These decreases were partially offset by improvements in our accounts receivable, prepaid expenses and inventory positions.

Current wording

For the three months ended March 31, 2025, net cash used in operating activities was approximately $0.7 million, compared with net cash used in operating activities of approximately $6.3 million in the three months ended March 31, 2024. The decrease in cash used in operations is primarily due to improvements in our accounts receivable position and the decrease in operating loss, which is a result of the cost cutting measures implemented in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to the same period in the prior year.

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Net cash used in investing activities nine months ended September 30, 2024 was $0.5 million related to investments in property and equipment. Net cash provided by investing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 was $6.8 million related to proceeds from the sale of our Clearwater, FL facility ($7.3 million), partially offset by investments in property and equipment ($0.4 million).

Current wording

Net cash used in investing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, was $55,000 and $35,000, respectively, related to investments in property and equipment.

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Net cash provided by financing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 was $8.3 million and was primarily related to proceeds received upon the execution of the prior debt agreement ($9.9 million) less debt issuance costs incurred in the transaction ($1.8 million). This prior debt was paid off in November 2023 with proceeds from the Perceptive Credit Agreement.

Current wording

Net cash provided by financing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was $25,000 and was primarily related to contributions to the China JV by the non-controlling member.

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We have incurred recurring net losses and cash outflows from operations and we anticipate that losses will continue in the near term. We plan to continue to fund our operations and capital funding needs through existing cash, sales of our products and, if necessary, additional equity and/or debt financing. However, we cannot be certain that additional financing will be available when needed or that, if available, financing will be obtained on terms acceptable to us. The sale of additional equity would result in dilution to our stockholders. Incurring additional debt financing would result in further debt service obligations, and the instruments governing such debt could provide for operating and financing covenants that would restrict our operations. If we are unable to raise additional capital in sufficient amounts or on acceptable terms, we may be required to delay, limit, reduce, or terminate our sales, marketing and product development. Any of these actions could harm our business, results of operations and prospects. In November 2024, we undertook a cost saving restructuring which included an organizational reduction in force to better focus, optimize and streamline operations. As a result of the organizational changes, we reduced our workforce by nearly 25%. We estimate the annualized future cost savings from the reduction in force to be approximately $4.3 million which we expect to contribute to our goal of decreasing loss and achieving cash-flow breakeven. We will incur pre-tax charges of approximately $0.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 representing, for the most part, one-time cash expenditures for severance and other employee termination benefits. In addition, to the reduction in force, we have eliminated bonuses in 2024, reduced the board of directors from eight to five members and reduced board cash compensation from $0.5 million annually to $0.1 million.

Current wording

We have incurred recurring net losses and cash outflows from operations and we anticipate that losses will continue in the near term. We plan to continue to fund our operations and capital funding needs through existing cash, sales of our products and if necessary additional equity and/or debt financing. However, we cannot be certain that additional financing will be available when needed or that, if available, financing will be obtained on terms acceptable to us. The sale of additional equity would result in dilution to our stockholders. Incurring additional debt financing would result in further debt service obligations, and the instruments governing such debt could provide for operating and financing covenants that would restrict our operations. If we are unable to raise additional capital in sufficient amounts or on acceptable terms, it may be necessary to delay, limit, reduce, or terminate our sales, marketing and product development. Any of these actions could harm our business, results of operations and prospects.

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On November 22, 2022, we filed a shelf registration statement providing us the ability to register and sell our securities in the aggregate amount up to $100 million. The shelf registration statement included an embedded ATM facility for up to $40 million. To date we have not utilized this facility.

Current wording

On November 22, 2022, we filed a shelf registration statement providing us the ability to register and sell our securities in the aggregate amount up to $100 million. The shelf registration statement included an embedded ATM facility for up to $40 million.

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On November 7, 2024, we entered into an amendment to the Perceptive Credit Agreement. The amendment reduced the financial covenant trailing twelve-month revenue targets relating to its Advanced Energy segment (tested quarterly), with amended year-end targets of $34.4 million, $37.0 million, $52.4 million and $60.3 million for 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027, respectively, and a target of $38.3 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. The amendment also introduced a maximum operating expense financial covenant, with full year targets of $40.0 million and $45.0 million for 2025 and 2026, respectively. The Perceptive Credit Agreement, as amended, continues to contain customary affirmative and negative covenants, including covenants limiting the ability of us and our subsidiaries, among other things, to incur debt, grant liens, make distributions, enter certain restrictive agreements, pay or modify subordinated debt, dispose of assets, make investments and acquisitions, enter into certain transactions with affiliates, and undergo certain fundamental changes, in each case, subject to limitations and exceptions set forth in the Perceptive Credit Agreement. Additionally, we must maintain a balance of $3.0 million in cash and cash equivalents during the term of the Perceptive Credit Agreement. As of September 30, 2024, we were in compliance with the financial covenants contained within the Perceptive Credit Agreement, as amended. Our continued compliance with covenants is subject to meeting or exceeding forecasted Advanced Energy revenues, as amended and reducing operating expenses.

Current wording

On November 7, 2024, we entered into an amendment to the Perceptive Credit Agreement. The amendment reduced the financial covenant trailing twelve-month revenue targets relating to its Advanced Energy segment (tested quarterly), with amended year-end targets of $37.0 million, $52.4 million and $60.3 million for 2025, 2026 and 2027, respectively. The amendment also introduced a maximum operating expense financial covenant, with full year targets of $40.0 million and $45.0 million for 2025 and 2026, respectively. The Perceptive Credit Agreement, as amended, continues to contain customary affirmative and negative covenants, including covenants limiting the ability of us and our subsidiaries, among other things, to incur debt, grant liens, make distributions, enter certain restrictive agreements, pay or modify subordinated debt, dispose of assets, make investments and acquisitions, enter into certain transactions with affiliates, and undergo certain fundamental changes, in each case, subject to limitations and exceptions set forth in the Perceptive Credit Agreement. Additionally, we must maintain a balance of $3.0 million in cash and cash equivalents during the term of the Perceptive Credit Agreement. As of March 31, 2025, we were in compliance with the financial covenants contained within the Perceptive Credit Agreement, as amended. Our continued compliance with covenants is subject to meeting or exceeding forecasted Advanced Energy revenues, as amended and reducing operating expenses.

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At September 30, 2024, we had purchase commitments totaling approximately $2.7 million, substantially all of which is expected to be purchased within the next twelve months.

Current wording

At March 31, 2025, we had purchase commitments totaling approximately $2.9 million, substantially all of which is expected to be purchased within the next twelve months.

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We maintain a reserve for uncollectible accounts receivable. When evaluating the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses, we analyze historical bad debt experience, the composition of outstanding receivables by customer class, and the age of outstanding balances, and we make estimates in connection with establishing the allowance for credit losses, including the expected impacts of changes in the operating environment and other trends. Changes in estimates are reflected in the period they are made. If the financial condition of our customers deteriorates, resulting in an inability to make payments, additional allowances may be required.

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We maintain a reserve for uncollectible accounts receivable. When evaluating the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses, we analyze historical bad debt experience, the composition of outstanding receivables by customer class, and the age of outstanding balances, and we make estimates in connection with establishing the allowance for credit losses, including the expected impacts of changes in the operating environment in multiple countries as well as the credit terms being offered to customer, to determine where adjustments to historical experience are warranted. The economic uncertainty in the capital equipment market being experienced in the aesthetic space as a result of the disruption from GLP-1's has resulted in the granting of extended credit terms. Accordingly, we believe that there is additional exposure in our outstanding receivables and have adjusted our accounts receivable allowance for this expectation. Changes in estimates are reflected in the period they are made. If the financial condition of our customers deteriorates, resulting in an inability to make payments, additional allowances may be required.

Previous wording

In accordance with authoritative guidance, we record a liability in our consolidated financial statements for these actions when a loss is known or considered probable and the amount can be reasonably estimated. If the reasonable estimate of a known or probable loss is a range, and no amount within the range is a better estimate than any other, the minimum amount of the range is accrued. If a loss is reasonably possible, but not known or probable, and can be reasonably estimated, the estimated loss or range of loss is disclosed in the notes to the consolidated financial statements. In most cases, significant judgment is required to estimate the amount and timing of a loss to be recorded; actual results may differ from these estimates.

Current wording

In accordance with authoritative guidance, we record a liability in our consolidated financial statements for these actions when a loss is known or considered probable and the amount can be reasonably estimated. If the reasonable estimate of a known or probable loss is a range, and no amount within the range is a better estimate than any other, the minimum amount of the range is accrued. If a loss is reasonably possible, but not known or probable, and can be reasonably estimated, the estimated loss or range of loss is disclosed in the notes to the consolidated financial statements. In most cases, significant judgment is required to estimate the amount and timing of a loss to be recorded. We discuss significant judgements with counsel, which include determining the legitimacy of asserted and unasserted claims, the probability that a loss has been incurred, the estimates of the net potential range of losses associated with these claims, the timing of the losses associated with these claims and historical experience with these claims. Additionally, the deductibles on our insurance policies that cover these claims have increased in recent periods, creating additional exposure and losses in excess of historical experience. It is at least reasonably possible that a change in the actual amount of loss will occur in the near term.