Immuron Travelan® continued strong sales growth
Rhea-AI Summary
Immuron (IMRN) reported strong sales growth for its over-the-counter immune supplement Travelan® in the December 2024 quarter. Global sales reached AUD$2.5 million, marking a 70% increase from the previous quarter and a 249% rise year-over-year.
In Australia, quarterly sales hit AUD$1.9 million, up 83% from the previous quarter and 314% year-over-year, while half-year sales reached AUD$2.9 million, a 54% increase. The growth reflects expanded distribution across nine additional pharmacy banner groups.
In North America, quarterly sales reached AUD$0.7 million, up 43% quarter-over-quarter and 141% year-over-year. Half-year sales grew to AUD$1.1 million, with USA contributing AUD$0.731 million and Canada AUD$0.376 million, benefiting from distribution across ten pharmacy/grocery retailers in Canada and growing amazon.com sales.
Positive
- Global quarterly sales reached AUD$2.5M, up 70% QoQ and 249% YoY
- Australian quarterly sales increased 314% YoY to AUD$1.9M
- North American quarterly sales grew 141% YoY to AUD$0.7M
- Expanded distribution network across multiple pharmacy groups in Australia and Canada
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Insights
The reported sales growth for Travelan® marks exceptional performance across key markets. Global quarterly sales of AUD$2.5 million represent a substantial
The expansion into new distribution channels, including nine additional pharmacy banner groups in Australia and ten retailers in Canada, has significantly enhanced market penetration. The North American market, while smaller, shows promising momentum with AUD$0.7 million in quarterly sales, up
For a micro-cap company with a market cap of approximately $11 million, these growth rates are remarkable and suggest potential market undervaluation. The consistent growth across multiple quarters indicates sustainable momentum rather than a one-time spike.
The rapid sales acceleration in both mature (Australia) and developing (North America) markets indicates strong product-market fit and effective channel strategy execution. The successful expansion into Canadian pharmacy/grocery retailers and growth on Amazon.com suggests a well-executed omnichannel approach. The
The geographical revenue distribution reveals strategic market prioritization - Australia represents about
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MELBOURNE, Australia, Jan. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Immuron Limited (ASX: IMC; NASDAQ: IMRN), an Australian based and globally integrated biopharmaceutical company is pleased to announce continued strong sales growth (unaudited) of Travelan®, an over-the-counter immune supplement that targets pathogenic bacteria and the toxins they produce in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Flavio Palumbo, Chief Commercial Officer said, “We are achieving strong growth in both Australia and North America reflecting the core ranging we secured in another nine pharmacy banner groups in Australia, distribution in ten pharmacy/grocery retailers in Canada and sales growth on amazon.com in the US.”
Australia
Sales of Travelan® increased
Sales of Travelan® increased
North America
Sales of Travelan® increased
Sales of Travelan® increased
Travelan sales in USA and Canada in the December 2024 Half Year were AUD
FY25 sales results are unaudited.
This release has been authorised by the directors of Immuron Limited.
COMPANY CONTACT:
Steven Lydeamore
Chief Executive Officer
Ph: +61 (0)3 9824 5254
info@immuron.com
About Travelan®
Travelan® is an orally administered passive immunotherapy that prophylactically reduces the likelihood of contracting travelers’ diarrhea, a digestive tract disorder that is commonly caused by pathogenic bacteria and the toxins they produce. Travelan® is a purified tablet preparation of hyper-immune bovine antibodies and other factors, which when taken with meals bind to diarrhea-causing bacteria and prevent colonization and the pathology associated with traveler’s diarrhea. In Australia, Travelan® is a listed medicine on the Australian Register for Therapeutic Goods (AUST L 106709) and is indicated to reduce the risk of Traveler’s Diarrhea, reduce the risk of minor gastro-intestinal disorders and is antimicrobial. In Canada, Travelan® is a licensed natural health product (NPN 80046016) and is indicated to reduce the risk of Traveler’s Diarrhea. In the U.S., Travelan® is sold as a dietary supplement for digestive tract protection.
About Traveler’s diarrhea
Traveler’s Diarrhea is a gastrointestinal infection with symptoms that include loose, watery (and occasionally bloody) stools, abdominal cramping, bloating, and fever, Enteropathogenic bacteria are responsible for most cases, with enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) playing a dominant causative role.
About Immuron
Immuron Limited (ASX: IMC, NASDAQ: IMRN), is an Australian biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing orally delivered targeted polyclonal antibodies for the treatment of inflammatory mediated and infectious diseases.
For more information visit: https://www.immuron.com.au
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS:
This press release may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, each as amended. Such statements include, but are not limited to, any statements relating to our growth strategy and product development programs and any other statements that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could negatively affect our business, operating results, financial condition and stock value. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated include: risks relating to our growth strategy; our ability to obtain, perform under and maintain financing and strategic agreements and relationships; risks relating to the results of research and development activities; risks relating to the timing of starting and completing clinical trials; uncertainties relating to preclinical and clinical testing; our dependence on third-party suppliers; our ability to attract, integrate and retain key personnel; the early stage of products under development; our need for substantial additional funds; government regulation; patent and intellectual property matters; competition; as well as other risks described in our SEC filings. We expressly disclaim any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in our expectations or any changes in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, except as required by law.
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