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ICON plc (NASDAQ: ICLR) has appointed Barry Balfe as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Balfe, a 20-year veteran of the company, has served in various leadership roles across full service and functional solutions. He will continue to report to CEO Steve Cutler.

The appointment leverages Balfe's extensive experience in operational excellence, quality, and delivery. His track record includes successfully leading ICON's largest division and developing strategic customer partnerships that have contributed to the company's growth. In his new role, Balfe will focus on driving further organizational growth and enhancing ICON's position as a healthcare intelligence partner.

ICON plc (NASDAQ: ICLR) has released findings from a global survey of 101 biotech and pharma professionals regarding AI and digital innovation adoption in clinical research. The survey reveals sustained optimism about digital tools, with an 82% agreement on improved R&D investment returns and 76% on enhanced product safety and efficacy.

Key findings show a 34% average increase in digital tools investment over the past five years, with 88% of respondents planning further increases in the next two years. However, implementation remains selective, with 70% of organizations either piloting or selectively using AI, and only 13% having fully implemented comprehensive AI programs.

The survey identifies challenges in broader adoption, including concerns about patient safety, data integrity, and regulatory compliance. Despite these challenges, ICON emphasizes the need for comprehensive strategic approaches to maximize digital technologies in R&D.

ICON plc (NASDAQ: ICLR), a leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization, has announced its participation in the upcoming Jefferies London Healthcare Conference. Dr. Steve Cutler (CEO) and Nigel Clerkin (CFO) will deliver a presentation on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 8:00am GMT. Updates regarding the event and webcast links will be available in the Investor section of ICON's website under 'Events'.

ICON (NASDAQ: ICLR) reported Q3 2024 financial results with net business wins of $2,328 million and a book-to-bill ratio of 1.15. Revenue decreased 1.2% to $2,030 million, while adjusted EBITDA was $418.8 million (20.6% of revenue). GAAP net income reached $197.1 million ($2.36 per diluted share), up 19.8% YoY. The company updated its full-year 2024 guidance, projecting revenue of $8,260-$8,300 million (1.7-2.2% YoY growth) and adjusted EPS of $13.90-$14.10. The quarter faced headwinds from customer budget cuts, lower vaccine activity, and biotech delays. The company secured a new top 10 pharma partnership and maintained a strong closing backlog of $24.3 billion.

ICON plc (NASDAQ: ICLR), a leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization, has announced its schedule for the third quarter 2024 earnings release and conference call. The company will:

1. Release financial results for Q3 2024 after market close on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

2. Hold a conference call and webcast to discuss financial results and performance on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 8:00am ET.

Any changes to the event and links to the live webcast will be posted on the Investor section of ICON's website under 'Events'. A webcast replay will be available approximately one hour after the call concludes.

ICON plc (NASDAQ: ICLR) has released results from a survey of over 100 oncology drug development professionals, highlighting the focus on precision therapies in an increasingly complex landscape. The survey reveals varied views on the impact of emerging treatments on patient outcomes, with 37% optimistic about significant improvements, 43% expecting modest improvements, and 20% predicting no improvement.

Key findings include:

• 85% of respondents have multiple therapeutic approaches in development
• 68% are testing at least one combination therapy
• Top R&D challenges: site selection and phase 2 or 3 stage development
• Suggested improvements: predictive biomarkers (47%), innovative trial designs (42%), and early biomarker identification (41%)

ICON emphasizes the need for collaboration and robust clinical development programs to address the complexities in oncology drug development.

ICON plc (NASDAQ: ICLR), a leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization, has announced its participation in the Baird 2024 Global Healthcare Conference. Dr. Steve Cutler, CEO of ICON, is scheduled to present on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 3:45 pm ET.

This event marks an important opportunity for ICON to showcase its expertise and insights in the healthcare sector. Investors and interested parties can access the live webcast through the 'Events' section of ICON's Investor Relations website. Any updates or changes to the event details will be communicated via the same platform, ensuring stakeholders remain informed.

ICON's participation in this prestigious conference underscores its commitment to engaging with the investment community and sharing its vision for the future of healthcare intelligence and clinical research.

ICON plc (NASDAQ: ICLR) has announced the appointment of Nigel Clerkin as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Clerkin brings extensive experience from his previous roles, including CFO positions at Elan , ConvaTec, UDG Healthcare, and LetsGetChecked. He will join ICON early in Q4 2023, based in the Dublin office.

Clerkin holds a BSc and Master's in Accounting from Queen's University Belfast and is a qualified chartered accountant. ICON's CEO, Steve Cutler, expressed confidence in Clerkin's ability to bring valuable insights to the role as ICON continues to grow. Clerkin replaces outgoing CFO Brendan Brennan, who has served the company for 18 years.

ICON (NASDAQ: ICLR) reported its Q2 2024 results with notable growth. Key highlights include:

Net business wins of $2.579 billion, a 6.6% increase year-over-year (YoY). Revenue rose 4.9% YoY to $2.120 billion, or 5.3% on a constant currency basis. Adjusted EBITDA increased by 8.7% to $450.4 million, representing 21.2% of revenue. GAAP net income was $146.9 million, or $1.76 per diluted share, a 25.7% increase from Q2 2023. Adjusted net income was $312.6 million, or $3.75 per diluted share, up by 20.6% YoY.

The company's backlog grew 9.9% YoY to $23.8 billion. Successful refinancing of a $2 billion Term Loan Bond yielded net interest savings of around $110 million for 2024. Net debt was $2.9 billion with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 1.7x.

ICON updated its full-year 2024 guidance, projecting revenue between $8,450 and $8,550 million and adjusted EPS between $15.00 and $15.20, reflecting YoY growth of 4.1%-5.3% and 17.3%-18.8%, respectively.