Catalyst Pharmaceuticals Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Record Full Year 2025 Financial Results and Provides 2026 Financial Guidance
Rhea-AI Summary
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: CPRX) reported record full year 2025 total revenues of $589.0 million, a 19.8% increase, and Q4 2025 revenues of $152.6 million. GAAP net income was $214.3 million; cash and cash equivalents were $709.2 million at year-end.
The company provided 2026 guidance of $615 million to $645 million in total revenues, with FIRDAPSE expected at $435M–$450M and AGAMREE at $140M–$150M. Catalyst announced a $200 million share repurchase program and completed substantial buybacks in 2025.
Positive
- Total revenue +19.8% to $589.0 million in 2025
- GAAP net income $214.3 million, +30.8% YoY
- Cash balance $709.2 million as of Dec 31, 2025
- 2026 revenue guidance of $615M–$645M signals continued growth
- AGAMREE full‑year growth +154.3% to $117.1 million
Negative
- FYCOMPA product revenue down 17.4% to $113.3 million in 2025
- Multiple generic entrants for FYCOMPA disrupted Q4 2025 sales and margins
- FYCOMPA 2026 guidance falls to $40M–$45M, a material revenue decline versus 2025
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
CPRX changed 0.33% with modestly above-average volume, while momentum-screened peers like ARQT and IBRX showed upward moves but sector momentum was flagged as stock-specific rather than broad-based.
Previous Earnings Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 05 | Q3 2025 earnings | Positive | +0.2% | Raised 2025 revenue guidance after strong Q3 portfolio performance and cash build. |
| Aug 06 | Q2 2025 earnings | Positive | -9.9% | Record Q2 revenues and solid income growth but shares fell post-report. |
| May 07 | Q1 2025 earnings | Positive | -3.0% | Exceptional Q1 growth across products with reaffirmed guidance and strong cash. |
| Feb 26 | FY 2024 earnings | Positive | +5.3% | Record 2024 revenues and initial 2025 guidance drove a positive price reaction. |
| Nov 06 | Q3 2024 earnings | Positive | +2.4% | Strong Q3 2024 growth and guidance increase supported a modest share gain. |
Earnings releases have generally been positive operationally, but share reactions have been mixed, with 3 aligned and 2 divergence events and an average move of -1.01% around earnings.
Over the past five earnings-related announcements, Catalyst reported consistent revenue growth across FIRDAPSE, AGAMREE, and FYCOMPA, repeatedly using the term “record” for quarterly or annual results. Guidance has generally trended higher, with 2024 and 2025 revenue outlooks raised or reaffirmed. Cash balances stayed strong and debt-free, while a $200M repurchase program and patent litigation updates framed capital allocation and exclusivity. Today’s 2025 results and 2026 guidance continue this pattern of portfolio-driven growth and disciplined financial positioning.
Historical Comparison
In the past five earnings releases, CPRX averaged a -1.01% move, with mixed alignment between strong results and share reaction, suggesting occasional sell-the-news behavior.
Earnings releases show steady revenue expansion from 2024 into 2025, growing contributions from AGAMREE, resilient FIRDAPSE growth, and rising cash balances alongside initiation of a $200M repurchase program and ongoing patent protection efforts.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights record $589.0M 2025 revenues, solid GAAP and non-GAAP earnings growth, and 2026 revenue guidance of $615M–$645M, supported by FIRDAPSE and AGAMREE momentum. Cash and equivalents of $709.2M and an authorized $200M repurchase program underscore balance sheet strength. Historically, earnings have triggered mixed share reactions, so investors may focus on execution versus guidance, competitive dynamics, royalty step-downs, and progress of AGAMREE’s SUMMIT study and business development efforts.
Key Terms
non-GAAP financial
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New Drug Submission regulatory
Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome medical
Duchenne muscular dystrophy medical
open-label medical
royalty financial
FDA approval regulatory
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Full Year 2025 Total Revenues of
Q4 2025 Total Revenues of
Full Year 2026 Total Revenues Expected to be Between
Promoted Product Revenue, Net Expected to Grow by
Conference Call and Webcast to be Held on February 26, 2026, at 8:30 AM ET
CORAL GABLES, Fla., Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (“Catalyst” or “Company”) (Nasdaq: CPRX) today reported financial results for fourth quarter and full year 2025 and provided full year 2026 financial guidance.
“Our 2025 performance is a reflection of Catalyst’s organic growth of our promoted products, FIRDAPSE and AGAMREE, and our continued commercial success. Achieving total revenues for 2025 of
Financial Highlights
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| FIRDAPSE Product Revenue, Net | ||||||
| FYCOMPA Product Revenue, Net | ( | |||||
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| Non-GAAP Net Income** | ||||||
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| Non-GAAP Net Income Per Share – Diluted** | ||||||
| As of December 31, (in thousands) Cash and Cash Equivalents | ||||||
**Statements made in this press release include non-GAAP financial measures. Such information is provided as additional information and not as an alternative to Catalyst's financial statements presented in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”). These non-GAAP financial measures are intended to enhance an overall understanding of Catalyst's current financial performance. Catalyst believes that the non-GAAP financial measures presented in this press release provide investors and prospective investors with an alternative method for assessing Catalyst's operating results in a manner that Catalyst believes is focused on the performance of ongoing operations and provides a more consistent basis for comparison between periods. Non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for comparable GAAP accounting. Further, non-GAAP measures of net income used by Catalyst may be different from and not directly comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies.
Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights:
Fourth quarter 2025 financial performance was driven by ongoing organic product growth and the accelerating market uptake of AGAMREE.
- Fourth quarter 2025 total revenues were
$152.6 million , a7.6% YoY increase - FIRDAPSE Q4 2025 product revenue, net was
$97.6 million , an18.3% YoY increase - AGAMREE Q4 2025 product revenue, net was
$35.3 million , a67.5% YoY increase - FYCOMPA® Q4 2025 product revenue, net was
$19.6 million , due to the entry of multiple generic versions of FYCOMPA during the quarter
Full Year 2025 Financial Highlights:
Full year 2025 financial results underscore robust performance, supported by sustained organic momentum and operational discipline.
- Full year 2025 total revenues were
$589.0 million , a19.8% YoY increase - FIRDAPSE full year 2025 product revenue, net was
$358.4 million , a17.1% YoY increase - AGAMREE full year 2025 product revenue, net was
$117.1 million , reflecting the strong commercial launch of the product in March 2024 - FYCOMPA full year product revenue, net was
$113.3 million
2025 Business Highlights:
- The Company experienced another successful year in 2025 with record revenues and record earnings, driven by organic growth of its flagship product, FIRDAPSE, and the first full year of AGAMREE sales.
- Announced updated guidelines for Small Cell Lung Cancer (“SCLC”) treatment published by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN) including VGCC antibody screening of SCLC patients for cancer-associated Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) and use of amifampridine (FIRDAPSE) as a supportive care treatment for SCLC patients also diagnosed with LEMS, helping to broaden clinical awareness, enhance diagnostic rates, and drive treatment of cancer-associated LEMS in SCLC oncology care.
- Settled FIRDAPSE patent litigation with Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. and Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (collectively Teva) and Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., leaving only one patent case pending against Hetero USA, Inc. The trial is currently scheduled to start on March 23, 2026, which is prior to the expiration of the automatic 30-month stay (which expires on May 26, 2026). There can be no assurance as to the outcome of this matter.
- Sub-licensee KYE Pharmaceuticals, Inc., announced Health Canada approval of AGAMREE New Drug Submission, marking the first therapy approved in Canada to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and address a significant unmet need for DMD patients in Canada.
- Announced launch of FIRDAPSE tablets 10 mg in Japan for the indication of improving muscle weakness in patients living with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome ("LEMS") by sub-licensee DyDo Pharma.
- Continued enrollment in the SUMMIT study, an open-label, five-year follow-up study which seeks to further demonstrate the clinical value of AGAMREE and evaluate its use as a monotherapy and in combination with other treatment options.
- Catalyst reviewed and evaluated over 100 prospective clinical stage acquisition targets during 2025. The Company continues to focus its efforts on identifying immediate and near-term accretive rare disease (orphan) assets, including development-stage opportunities with established proof of concept, that provide a clinically differentiated profile and address unmet medical needs. Catalyst continues to employ a disciplined, comprehensive and exhaustive approach to evaluate opportunities that it believes will add significant value. However, no such agreements were entered into in 2025.
- In the fourth quarter of 2025, Catalyst announced a
$200 million share repurchase program, reflecting the Company’s strong balance sheet and confidence in its long-term financial outlook. Additionally, Catalyst purchased 1,124,948 shares of its outstanding common stock at an average price of$22.49 per share. To date, Catalyst has repurchased 1,740,713 shares at an average price of$22.91 for approximately$39.9 million .
2025 Industry Recognitions:
- Recognized in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ as one of North America's Fastest-Growing Companies
- Ranked 11th on Forbes' 2026 list of America's Most Successful Small-Cap Companies
- Recognized among BioSpace’s Best Places to Work in 2026
Fourth Quarter 2025 and Full Year 2025 Financial Results
Revenues: Total revenues for the fourth quarter of 2025 were
Research and development expenses: In the fourth quarter of 2025, research and development expenses were
Selling, general, and administrative expenses: Selling, general, and administrative expenses for the fourth quarter of 2025 were
Amortization of intangible assets: Amortization of intangible assets was
Operating income: Operating income for the fourth quarter of 2025 was
GAAP net income: GAAP net income for the fourth quarter of 2025 was
Non-GAAP net income: Non-GAAP net income for the fourth quarter of 2025 was
Cash and cash equivalents: Cash and cash equivalents were
More detailed financial information and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations can be found in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for fiscal year 2025, which was filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on February 25, 2026.
Full Year 2026 Outlook
For full year 2026, the Company forecasts total revenues to be between
FIRDAPSE’s product revenue, net for fiscal 2026 is expected to be between
AGAMREE’s product revenue, net for 2026 is expected to be between
FYCOMPA’s product revenue, net for 2026 is expected to be between
Cost of sales: On January 25, 2026, the Company completed seven years from the date of first commercial sale of FIRDAPSE in the U.S. On that date, the royalty on net U.S. sales that the Company previously paid to Catalyst’s licensor at a tiered rate of 7
AGAMREE royalties are expected to remain relatively flat as a percentage of product revenue, net and there will be a full year of the sales-based milestone payment based on the achievement of the milestone in the fourth quarter of 2025. Further, the Company will be required to pay a
Research and development expenses: Due to the ongoing activities relating to the SUMMIT study as well as life cycle management evaluation for AGAMREE, the Company anticipates research and development expenses in 2026, absent another acquisition, to be between
Selling, general, and administrative expenses: The Company anticipates an increase in selling, general and administrative expenses in 2026 compared to 2025, primarily driven by increased commercial activities to continue to support FIRDAPSE and AGAMREE as well as continued support of its business development strategy, which has been expanded for 2026 to include development opportunities with established proof of concept and a clear regulatory path.
Tax rate: The Company anticipates that its effective tax rate will be relatively consistent for 2026 compared to 2025 and 2024.
| Conference Call & Webcast Details | |
| Date: | February 26, 2026 |
| Time: | 8:30 AM ET |
| US/Canada Dial-in Number: | (800) 715-9871 |
| International Dial-in Number: | (646) 307-1963 |
About Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: CPRX) is a biopharmaceutical company committed to improving the lives of patients with rare diseases. With a proven track record of bringing life-changing treatments to the market, we focus on in-licensing, commercializing, and developing innovative therapies. Guided by our deep commitment to patient care, we prioritize accessibility, ensuring patients receive the care they need through a comprehensive suite of support services designed to provide seamless access and ongoing assistance. Catalyst maintains a well-established U.S. presence, which remains the cornerstone of our commercial strategy, while continuously evaluating strategic opportunities to expand our global footprint. Catalyst, headquartered in Coral Gables, Fla., has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Most Successful Company in 2023, 2024, and 2025, and on the 2025 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ list as one of North America’s Fastest-Growing Companies.
For more information, please visit Catalyst's website at www.catalystpharma.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which may cause Catalyst's actual results in future periods to differ materially from forecasted results. A number of factors, including (i) whether Catalyst's revenue forecasts for 2026 that are included in this press release will prove to be accurate, (ii) whether Catalyst will continue to be profitable and cash flow positive in 2026 and beyond, (iii) whether Catalyst will complete any acquisitions of additional products, and the timing of any such acquisitions, (iv) the impact of the pending Paragraph IV litigation relating to FIRDAPSE if the results of these litigation matters are adverse, (v) the potential impairment of the Company’s intangible asset relating to the acquisition of FYCOMPA if revenues from sales of this product decline more than currently expected, and (vi) those factors described in Catalyst's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the 2025 fiscal year and its subsequent filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), could adversely affect Catalyst. Copies of Catalyst's filings with the SEC are available from the SEC, may be found on Catalyst's website, or may be obtained upon request from Catalyst. Catalyst does not undertake any obligation to update the information contained herein, which speaks only as of this date.
CATALYST PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
| (Unaudited) For the Three Months Ended December 31, | For the Years Ended December 31, | ||||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | 2025 | 2024 | ||||||||
| Product revenue, net | $ | 152,502 | $ | 141,809 | $ | 588,807 | $ | 489,327 | |||
| License and other revenue | 111 | 11 | 182 | 2,407 | |||||||
| Total revenues | 152,613 | 141,820 | 588,989 | 491,734 | |||||||
| Operating costs and expenses: | |||||||||||
| Cost of sales (a) | 26,074 | 21,643 | 87,253 | 68,845 | |||||||
| Research and development | 1,807 | 3,798 | 12,709 | 12,648 | |||||||
| Selling, general and administrative (a) | 53,421 | 44,192 | 193,751 | 177,740 | |||||||
| Amortization of intangible assets | 9,465 | 9,344 | 37,498 | 37,377 | |||||||
| Total operating costs and expenses | 90,767 | 78,977 | 331,211 | 296,610 | |||||||
| Operating income | 61,846 | 62,843 | 257,778 | 195,124 | |||||||
| Other income, net | 10,055 | 11,338 | 25,737 | 21,139 | |||||||
| Net income before income taxes | 71,901 | 74,181 | 283,515 | 216,263 | |||||||
| Income tax provision | 19,203 | 18,245 | 69,189 | 52,374 | |||||||
| Net income | $ | 52,698 | $ | 55,936 | $ | 214,326 | $ | 163,889 | |||
| Net income per share: | |||||||||||
| Basic | $ | 0.43 | $ | 0.47 | $ | 1.75 | $ | 1.38 | |||
| Diluted | $ | 0.41 | $ | 0.44 | $ | 1.68 | $ | 1.31 | |||
| Weighted average shares outstanding: | |||||||||||
| Basic | 122,907,933 | 119,892,062 | 122,290,866 | 118,457,673 | |||||||
| Diluted | 127,425,644 | 126,280,116 | 127,257,929 | 124,943,603 | |||||||
(a) Exclusive of amortization of intangible assets
CATALYST PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP METRICS (unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
| For the Three Months Ended December 31, | For the Years Ended December 31, | |||||||||||||
| 2025 | 2024 | 2025 | 2024 | |||||||||||
| GAAP net income: | $ | 52,698 | $ | 55,936 | $ | 214,326 | $ | 163,889 | ||||||
| Non-GAAP adjustments: | ||||||||||||||
| Stock-based compensation expense | 5,661 | 5,171 | 24,778 | 22,251 | ||||||||||
| Depreciation | 72 | 114 | 375 | 397 | ||||||||||
| Amortization of intangible assets | 9,465 | 9,344 | 37,498 | 37,377 | ||||||||||
| Income tax provision | 19,203 | 18,245 | 69,189 | 52,374 | ||||||||||
| Non-GAAP net income | $ | 87,099 | $ | 88,810 | $ | 346,166 | $ | 276,288 | ||||||
Non-GAAP net income per share: | ||||||||||||||
| Basic | $ | 0.71 | $ | 0.74 | $ | 2.83 | $ | 2.33 | ||||||
| Diluted | $ | 0.68 | $ | 0.70 | $ | 2.72 | $ | 2.21 | ||||||
| Weighted average shares outstanding: | ||||||||||||||
| Basic | 122,907,933 | 119,892,062 | 122,290,866 | 118,457,673 | ||||||||||
| Diluted | 127,425,644 | 126,280,116 | 127,257,929 | 124,943,603 | ||||||||||
CATALYST PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands)
| December 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | ||||
| Assets | |||||
| Current Assets: | |||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ | 709,171 | $ | 517,553 | |
| Accounts receivable, net | 126,477 | 65,476 | |||
| Inventory, net | 37,166 | 19,541 | |||
| Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 21,216 | 21,039 | |||
| Total current assets | 894,030 | 623,609 | |||
| Operating lease right-of-use asset, net | 1,935 | 2,230 | |||
| Property and equipment, net | 1,037 | 1,354 | |||
| License and acquired intangibles, net | 131,674 | 156,672 | |||
| Deferred tax assets, net | 52,767 | 45,982 | |||
| Investment in equity securities | 22,536 | 21,564 | |||
| Total assets | $ | 1,103,979 | $ | 851,411 | |
| Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity | |||||
| Current Liabilities: | |||||
| Accounts payable | $ | 11,202 | $ | 16,593 | |
| Accrued expenses and other liabilities | 135,950 | 104,085 | |||
| Total current liabilities | 147,152 | 120,678 | |||
| Operating lease liability, net of current portion | 2,350 | 2,786 | |||
| Other non-current liabilities | 209 | 315 | |||
| Total liabilities | 149,711 | 123,779 | |||
| Total stockholders’ equity | 954,268 | 727,632 | |||
| Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity | $ | 1,103,979 | $ | 851,411 | |
Source: Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Contact information: Investor Contact Melissa Kendis, Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (305) 420-3200 IR@catalystpharma.com Media Contact Ignacio Guerrero-Ros, Ph.D., Russo Partners, LLC (646) 249-6817 Ignacio.Guerrero-Ros@russopartnersllc.com