Zai Lab Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Recent Corporate Updates
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Total revenues grew
9% y-o-y to$110.0 million $560 million $590 million
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VYVGART reached record patient utilization in the second quarter; updated national guidelines elevate VYVGART’s role as a treatment for both acute and maintenance gMG
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Operating loss improved by
28% year-over-year to$54.9 million 37% to$34.2 million
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ZL-1310 (DLL3 ADC) data presented at ASCO 2025 showed a
67% ORR across all doses (n=33) and79% at 1.6mg/kg (n=14) in 2L ES-SCLC, with a differentiated safety profile; registrational study to be initiated in the second half of 2025
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The success of the global Phase 3 FORTITUDE-101 study of bemarituzumab highlighted its potential as a first-line treatment for gastric cancer patients with FGFR2b overexpression;
China regulatory submission expected in the second half of 2025
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Conference call and webcast today, August 7, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ET (8:00 p.m. HKT)
“Zai Lab is entering a pivotal period – defined by innovation, scale and strong execution,” said Dr. Samantha Du, Founder, Chairperson, and CEO of Zai Lab. “We are making meaningful progress throughout our business – expanding patient impact, accelerating global innovation, and operating with financial discipline. Updated ASCO data for ZL-1310 (DLL3 ADC) reaffirm its best-in-class potential in second-line SCLC, and we are moving swiftly into pivotal development while exploring opportunities in first-line SCLC and other neuroendocrine carcinomas. We were also encouraged by positive data for bemarituzumab in first-line gastric cancer and by emerging preclinical results for our IL-13/IL-31 bispecific antibody in atopic dermatitis, reinforcing both our near-term commercial opportunities and the potential of our global pipeline, respectively. With multiple launches ahead, a robust pipeline, and profitability1 within reach, Zai Lab is executing on its vision to become a leading global biopharma company.”
“VYVGART continues to lead our commercial momentum, with record patient utilization driven by longer treatment durations and growing adoption in the maintenance setting,” said Josh Smiley, President and COO of Zai Lab. “The July update to national MG guidelines further strengthens VYVGART’s role in both acute and chronic care, and we expect momentum to accelerate in the second half. We are also preparing for several high-impact launches – including KarXT and bemarituzumab – that, together with pipeline-in-a-product assets like VYVGART and povetacicept, will fuel our next wave of growth. With a
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Refers to adjusted income (loss) from operations (non-GAAP), calculated as GAAP income (loss) from operations adjusted to exclude certain non-cash expenses, including depreciation, amortization, and share-based compensation. For additional information on this adjusted profitability measure, refer to the “Non-GAAP Measures” section. |
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Cash position includes cash and cash equivalents, current restricted cash, and short-term investments. |
Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
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Product revenue, net was
$109.1 million $100.1 million 9% y-o-y growth,10% y-o-y growth at constant exchange rate (CER). This increase was primarily driven by increased sales for VYVGART, XACDURO, and NUZYRA, partially offset by softer sales for ZEJULA:
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VYVGART and VYVGART Hytrulo were
$26.5 million $18.1 million 46% quarter over quarter driven by an extension of duration of therapy and increasing market penetration.
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ZEJULA was
$41.0 million $45.0 million
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XACDURO, which was launched since the fourth quarter of 2024, was
$4.6 million
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NUZYRA was
$14.3 million $12.3 million
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VYVGART and VYVGART Hytrulo were
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Research and Development (R&D) expenses were
$50.6 million $61.6 million
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Selling, General and Administrative expenses were
$71.0 million $79.7 million
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Loss from operations was
$54.9 million $34.2 million
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Net loss was
$40.7 million $0.04 $0.37 $80.3 million $0.08 $0.82
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Cash and cash equivalents, short-term investments, and current restricted cash totaled
$832.3 million $857.3 million
Recent Pipeline Highlights
Below are key product updates since our last earnings release:
Oncology Pipeline
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ZL-1310 (DLL3 ADC):
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In June 2025, Zai Lab presented positive data from an ongoing, global Phase 1a/1b clinical trial of ZL-1310 for the treatment of patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC) at the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting. In second-line (2L) SCLC, objective response rate (ORR) was
67% across all dose levels (n=33) and79% at 1.6 mg/kg dose (n=14). ZL-1310 demonstrated a well-tolerated safety profile at target doses of less than 2.0 mg/kg, with Grade ≥3 treatment-related adverse events (TRAEs) of6% , no Grade ≥2 interstitial lung disease, and no drug discontinuations.
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In May 2025, the
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted Fast Track designation to ZL-1310 for treatment of ES-SCLC.
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In June 2025, Zai Lab presented positive data from an ongoing, global Phase 1a/1b clinical trial of ZL-1310 for the treatment of patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC) at the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting. In second-line (2L) SCLC, objective response rate (ORR) was
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Bemarituzumab (FGFR2b): In June 2025, Zai Lab announced the Phase 3 FORTITUDE-101 clinical trial evaluating first-line bemarituzumab plus chemotherapy (mFOLFOX6) met its primary endpoint of overall survival (OS) at a pre-specified interim analysis. At the interim analysis, bemarituzumab plus chemotherapy significantly improved OS in patients with FGFR2b overexpression compared to chemotherapy alone. The most common treatment-emergent adverse events (>
25% ) in patients treated with bemarituzumab plus chemotherapy were reduced visual acuity, punctate keratitis, anemia, neutropenia, nausea, corneal epithelium defect and dry eye. While ocular events were consistent with the Phase 2 experience and observed in both arms, they occurred with greater frequency and severity in the Phase 3 bemarituzumab arm. Detailed results from FORTITUDE 101 will be shared at a future medical meeting. Zai Lab plans to move rapidly toward regulatory submission inChina in the second half of 2025.
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Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields): In May 2025, Zai Lab partner Novocure presented results from the Phase 3 PANOVA-3 trial for pancreatic cancer as a late-breaking oral presentation at the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting. The data demonstrated that TTFields therapy, when added to standard of care, achieved an OS benefit supported by significantly improved quality of life and extended pain-free survival, a key outcome for patients with pancreatic cancer. Zai Lab participated in the study in Greater China (mainland
China ,Hong Kong ,Macau andTaiwan , collectively) and plans to file for regulatory approval inChina in the second half of 2025.
Immunology Pipeline
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Efgartigimod (FcRn): In July 2025, the China Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Myasthenia Gravis (MG) (2025) was published, emphasizing the importance of Minimal Symptom Expression (MSE), as the primary treatment goal in MG. The guidelines have highlighted VYVGART’s ability to achieve MSE rapidly and provide durable benefit. VYVGART is now recommended for early use in mild-to-moderate and highly active patients, and for sustained long-term treatment to maximize potential benefit.
- ZL-1503 (IL-13/IL-31R): In June 2025, Zai Lab announced new preclinical data highlighting the potential of ZL-1503 as a promising treatment for moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis and other IL-13 and IL-31-driven diseases. Its favorable preclinical safety profile, prolonged half-life and durable suppression of both inflammatory and pruritogenic pathways support the continued advancement of ZL-1503 toward clinical development.
Anticipated Major Milestones in 2025 and the First Half of 2026
Upcoming Potential NMPA Submissions
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Bemarituzumab (FGFR2b) in first-line gastric cancer in the second half of 2025
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Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) in first-line pancreatic cancer in the second half of 2025
- Efgartigimod (FcRn) for prefilled syringe in generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) in the second half of 2025
Upcoming Potential NMPA Approvals
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Xanomeline-Trospium (or KarXT) (M1/M4-agonist) in schizophrenia
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Tisotumab Vedotin (Tissue Factor ADC) in recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer following progression on or after chemotherapy
- Repotrectinib (ROS1/TRK) in NTRK+ solid tumors
Expected Clinical Developments and Data Readouts
Global Pipeline
ZL-1310 or Zocilurtatug pelitecan (DLL3 ADC)
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Second-Line ES-SCLC: Zai Lab to provide data update and to initiate a global registrational study of ZL-1310 monotherapy in the second half of 2025.
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First-Line ES-SCLC: Zai Lab to provide data readout for dose escalation of ZL-1310 doublet in combination with atezolizumab.
- Other neuroendocrine carcinomas: Zai Lab to provide data readout from the global Phase 1/2 study in patients with selected solid tumors.
ZL-1503 (IL-13/IL-31R)
- Zai Lab to advance into a global Phase 1 study in moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis in the second half of 2025.
ZL-6201 (LRRC15 ADC)
- Zai Lab to advance into global Phase 1 development for patients with sarcoma and potentially other LRRC15-positive solid tumors, such as breast cancer and other malignancies.
Regional Pipeline
Bemarituzumab (FGFR2b)
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Zai Lab partner Amgen to provide detailed results from the Phase 3 FORTITUDE-101 study of bemarituzumab combined with chemotherapy versus chemotherapy alone in first-line gastric cancer at an upcoming medical meeting. Zai Lab participated in the study in
Greater China .
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Zai Lab partner Amgen to provide potential data readout from the Phase 1b/3 FORTITUDE-102 study of bemarituzumab plus chemotherapy and nivolumab versus chemotherapy and nivolumab in first-line gastric cancer. Zai Lab participated in the study in
Greater China .
Xanomeline-Trospium (or KarXT) (M1/M4-agonist)
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Zai Lab partner Bristol Myers Squibb to provide data readout from the Phase 3 ADEPT-2 study of KarXT in Alzheimer’s Disease Psychosis in the second half of 2025. Zai Lab participated in the study in
Greater China .
Efgartigimod (FcRn)
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Lupus Nephritis (LN): Zai Lab and partner argenx to provide topline results from the Phase 2 study in LN in the fourth quarter of 2025.
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Seronegative gMG: Zai Lab partner argenx to provide topline results from the global Phase 3 ADAPT-SERON study in seronegative gMG in the second half of 2025. Zai Lab participated in the study in
Greater China .
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Ocular myasthenia gravis: Zai Lab partner argenx to provide topline results from the global Phase 3 ADAPT-OCULUS study in the first half of 2026. Zai Lab participated in the study in
Greater China .
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Sjogren's disease: Zai Lab to join the registrational UNITY study of efgartigimod subcutaneous given by prefilled syringe in Sjogren’s disease in
Greater China in the third quarter of 2025.
Povetacicept (APRIL/BAFF)
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Primary Membranous Nephropathy (pMN): Zai Lab plans to partner with Vertex to execute the global pivotal Phase 2/3 study of povetacicept in pMN in
Greater China . The study is expected to start in the second half of 2025.
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IgA Nephropathy (IgAN): Zai Lab partner Vertex will conduct an interim analysis of the global Phase 3 RAINIER study following 36 weeks of treatment with the potential to file for
U.S. accelerated approval in the first half of 2026.
VRDN-003 (IGF-1R, subcutaneous)
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Zai Lab to initiate a registrational study in thyroid eye disease in
Greater China in the second half of 2025.
- Zai Lab partner Viridian to provide topline results from the global registrational REVEAL-1 and REVEAL-2 studies in the first half of 2026.
Conference Call and Webcast Information
Zai Lab will host a live conference call and webcast today, August 7, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ET (8:00 p.m. HKT). Listeners may access the live webcast by visiting the Company’s website at http://ir.zailaboratory.com. Participants must register in advance of the conference call.
Details of registration links are as follows:
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All participants must use the link provided above to complete the online registration process in advance of the conference call. Dial-in details will be in the confirmation email which the participant will receive upon registering.
A replay will be available shortly after the call and can be accessed by visiting the Company’s website.
About Zai Lab
Zai Lab Limited (NASDAQ: ZLAB; HKEX: 9688) is an innovative, research-based, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company based in
For additional information about Zai Lab, please visit www.zailaboratory.com or follow us at https://x.com/ZaiLab_Global.
Non-GAAP Measures
In addition to results presented in accordance with GAAP, we disclose growth rates that have been adjusted to exclude the impact of changes due to the translation of foreign currencies into
Zai Lab Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements, including statements relating to our strategy and plans; potential of and expectations for our business, commercial products, and pipeline programs; our goals, objectives, and priorities and our expectations under our growth strategy (including our expectations regarding our commercial products and launches, clinical stage products, revenue growth, profitability, and cash flow); clinical development programs and related clinical trials; clinical trial data, data readouts, and presentations; risks and uncertainties associated with drug development and commercialization; regulatory discussions, submissions, filings, and approvals and the timing thereof; the potential benefits, safety, and efficacy of our products and product candidates and those of our collaboration partners; the anticipated benefits and potential of investments, collaborations, and business development activities; our profitability and timeline to profitability; our future financial and operating results; and financial guidance, including with respect to our capital allocation and investment strategy and our expected path to profitability. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included in this press release are forward-looking statements, and can be identified by words such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “poised,” “positioned,” “possible,” “potential,” “will,” “would,” and other similar expressions. Such statements constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees or assurances of future performance. Forward-looking statements are based on our expectations and assumptions as of the date of this press release and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks, and changes in circumstances that may differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements. We may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions, or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in our forward-looking statements, and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including but not limited to (1) our ability to successfully commercialize and generate revenue from our approved products; (2) our ability to obtain funding for our operations and business initiatives; (3) the results of our clinical and pre-clinical development of our product candidates; (4) the content and timing of decisions made by the relevant regulatory authorities regarding regulatory approvals of our product candidates; (5) risks related to doing business in
Our SEC filings can be found on our website at www.zailaboratory.com and on the SEC’s website at www.SEC.gov.
Zai Lab Limited |
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Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets |
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(in thousands of |
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June 30,
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December 31,
|
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Assets |
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|
|
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Current assets |
|
|
|
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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732,159 |
|
|
449,667 |
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Restricted cash, current |
|
100,111 |
|
|
100,000 |
|
Short-term investments |
|
— |
|
|
330,000 |
|
Accounts receivable (net of allowance for credit losses of |
|
88,499 |
|
|
85,178 |
|
Notes receivable |
|
10,843 |
|
|
4,233 |
|
Inventories, net |
|
61,700 |
|
|
39,875 |
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Prepayments and other current assets |
|
40,750 |
|
|
41,527 |
|
Total current assets |
|
1,034,062 |
|
|
1,050,480 |
|
Restricted cash, non-current |
|
1,114 |
|
|
1,114 |
|
Property and equipment, net |
|
50,160 |
|
|
47,961 |
|
Operating lease right-of-use assets |
|
16,787 |
|
|
21,496 |
|
Land use rights, net |
|
2,860 |
|
|
2,907 |
|
Intangible assets, net |
|
56,519 |
|
|
56,027 |
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Other non-current assets |
|
2,599 |
|
|
5,768 |
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Total assets |
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1,164,101 |
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1,185,753 |
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Liabilities and shareholders’ equity |
|
|
|
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Current liabilities |
|
|
|
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Accounts payable |
|
107,357 |
|
|
100,906 |
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Current operating lease liabilities |
|
5,584 |
|
|
8,048 |
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Short-term debt |
|
174,509 |
|
|
131,711 |
|
Other current liabilities |
|
44,051 |
|
|
58,720 |
|
Total current liabilities |
|
331,501 |
|
|
299,385 |
|
Deferred income |
|
29,233 |
|
|
31,433 |
|
Non-current operating lease liabilities |
|
11,307 |
|
|
13,712 |
|
Other non-current liabilities |
|
325 |
|
|
325 |
|
Total liabilities |
|
372,366 |
|
|
344,855 |
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Commitments and contingencies |
|
|
|
|
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Shareholders’ equity |
|
|
|
|
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Ordinary shares (par value of |
|
7 |
|
|
7 |
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Additional paid-in capital |
|
3,308,491 |
|
|
3,264,295 |
|
Accumulated deficit |
|
(2,542,248 |
) |
|
(2,453,083 |
) |
Accumulated other comprehensive income |
|
46,348 |
|
|
50,515 |
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Treasury Stock (at cost, 4,920,020 and 4,912,200 shares as of June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively) |
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(20,863 |
) |
|
(20,836 |
) |
Total shareholders’ equity |
|
791,735 |
|
|
840,898 |
|
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity |
|
1,164,101 |
|
|
1,185,753 |
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Zai Lab Limited |
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Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations |
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(in thousands of $, except for number of shares and per share data) |
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Three Months Ended June 30, |
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Six Months Ended June 30, |
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2025 |
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2024 |
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2025 |
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2024 |
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Revenues |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Product revenue, net |
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109,085 |
|
|
100,106 |
|
|
214,735 |
|
|
187,255 |
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Collaboration revenue |
|
892 |
|
|
398 |
|
|
1,729 |
|
|
398 |
|
Total revenues |
|
109,977 |
|
|
100,504 |
|
|
216,464 |
|
|
187,653 |
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Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Cost of product revenue |
|
(43,003 |
) |
|
(35,148 |
) |
|
(81,455 |
) |
|
(68,767 |
) |
Cost of collaboration revenue |
|
(217 |
) |
|
(85 |
) |
|
(412 |
) |
|
(85 |
) |
Research and development |
|
(50,614 |
) |
|
(61,625 |
) |
|
(111,343 |
) |
|
(116,270 |
) |
Selling, general, and administrative |
|
(71,038 |
) |
|
(79,710 |
) |
|
(134,460 |
) |
|
(148,904 |
) |
Loss from operations |
|
(54,895 |
) |
|
(76,064 |
) |
|
(111,206 |
) |
|
(146,373 |
) |
Interest income |
|
8,843 |
|
|
9,330 |
|
|
17,449 |
|
|
18,988 |
|
Interest expenses |
|
(1,262 |
) |
|
(492 |
) |
|
(2,449 |
) |
|
(605 |
) |
Foreign currency gains (losses) |
|
2,837 |
|
|
(4,108 |
) |
|
3,488 |
|
|
(6,176 |
) |
Other income (expense), net |
|
3,750 |
|
|
(8,943 |
) |
|
3,553 |
|
|
418 |
|
Loss before income tax |
|
(40,727 |
) |
|
(80,277 |
) |
|
(89,165 |
) |
|
(133,748 |
) |
Income tax expense |
|
— |
|
|
— |
|
|
— |
|
|
— |
|
Net loss |
|
(40,727 |
) |
|
(80,277 |
) |
|
(89,165 |
) |
|
(133,748 |
) |
Loss per share - basic and diluted |
|
(0.04 |
) |
|
(0.08 |
) |
|
(0.08 |
) |
|
(0.14 |
) |
Weighted-average shares used in calculating net loss per ordinary share - basic and diluted |
|
1,091,933,150 |
|
|
975,937,790 |
|
|
1,086,413,130 |
|
|
974,541,780 |
|
Zai Lab Limited |
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Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss |
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(in thousands of $) |
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Three Months Ended June 30, |
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Six Months Ended June 30, |
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2025 |
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2024 |
|
2025 |
|
2024 |
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Net loss |
|
(40,727 |
) |
|
(80,277 |
) |
|
(89,165 |
) |
|
(133,748 |
) |
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax of nil: |
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|
|
|
|
|
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|
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Foreign currency translation adjustments |
|
(2,955 |
) |
|
3,605 |
|
|
(4,167 |
) |
|
5,147 |
|
Comprehensive loss |
|
(43,682 |
) |
|
(76,672 |
) |
|
(93,332 |
) |
|
(128,601 |
) |
Zai Lab Limited |
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Non-GAAP Measures |
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(unaudited) |
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Growth on a Constant Exchange Rate (CER) Basis |
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Three Months Ended
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Year over Year %
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Six Months Ended
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Year over Year %
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2025 |
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2024 |
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As
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At CER* |
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2025 |
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2024 |
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As
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At CER* |
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Product revenue, net |
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109,085 |
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|
100,106 |
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9 |
% |
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10 |
% |
|
214,735 |
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|
187,255 |
|
|
15 |
% |
|
16 |
% |
Loss from operations |
|
(54,895 |
) |
|
(76,064 |
) |
|
(28 |
)% |
|
(28 |
)% |
|
(111,206 |
) |
|
(146,373 |
) |
|
(24 |
)% |
|
(24 |
)% |
* |
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The growth rates at CER were calculated assuming the same foreign currency exchange rates were in effect for the current and prior year periods. |
Reconciliation of Loss from Operations (GAAP) to Adjusted Loss from Operations (Non-GAAP) |
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Three Months Ended June 30, |
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Six Months Ended June 30, |
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2025 |
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2024 |
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2025 |
|
2024 |
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GAAP loss from operations |
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(54,895 |
) |
|
(76,064 |
) |
|
(111,206 |
) |
|
(146,373 |
) |
Plus: Depreciation and amortization expenses |
|
3,735 |
|
|
2,941 |
|
|
7,193 |
|
|
5,953 |
|
Plus: Share-based compensation |
|
16,973 |
|
|
18,638 |
|
|
32,773 |
|
|
36,618 |
|
Adjusted loss from operations |
|
(34,187 |
) |
|
(54,485 |
) |
|
(71,240 |
) |
|
(103,802 |
) |
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