Glaukos (NYSE: GKOS) delivers 32% 2025 growth and guides $600–$620M sales
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Glaukos Corporation reported record results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025, driven by strong uptake of its glaucoma and corneal therapies. Fourth quarter net sales were $143.1 million, up 36% year over year, while full-year 2025 net sales reached $507.4 million, an increase of 32%.
Despite this growth, Glaukos posted a 2025 GAAP net loss of $187.7 million (or $3.28 per share), widened largely by a one-time, non‑cash impairment charge of $112.9 million tied to an acquired intangible asset from the Avedro acquisition as Photrexa transitions to Epioxa. On a non‑GAAP basis, full‑year net loss narrowed to $51.7 million (or $0.90 per share) from $98.3 million in 2024 as operating performance improved.
Non‑GAAP gross margin improved to about 85% in Q4 2025 and 84% for the year. The company ended 2025 with $282.6 million in cash, cash equivalents, short‑term investments and restricted cash and reported no debt. For 2026, Glaukos expects net sales between $600 million and $620 million, reflecting continued momentum from iDose TR and its broader ophthalmic pipeline.
Positive
- Robust revenue growth and higher guidance: 2025 net sales grew 32% to $507.4 million, Q4 sales rose 36% to $143.1 million, and Glaukos issued 2026 net sales guidance of $600–$620 million, signaling expectations for continued strong demand.
- Improving underlying profitability and strong balance sheet: Non-GAAP net loss narrowed to $51.7 million from $98.3 million in 2024, non-GAAP gross margin reached ~84%, and the company ended 2025 with $282.6 million in cash, cash equivalents, short-term investments and restricted cash and no debt.
Negative
- Large GAAP loss driven by impairment: 2025 GAAP net loss widened to $187.7 million, including a one-time, non-cash $112.9 million impairment of an acquired intangible asset related to the Avedro acquisition and the Photrexa to Epioxa transition.
- Operating expenses rising with growth investments: GAAP SG&A and R&D together increased to $482.4 million in 2025 from $411.8 million in 2024, reflecting heavier commercial and development spending while the company remains loss-making on both a GAAP and non-GAAP basis.
Insights
Strong revenue growth and guidance, but GAAP losses remain sizable due to an impairment.
Glaukos is showing rapid top-line expansion. Q4 2025 net sales rose 36% to $143.1 million, and full-year revenue climbed 32% to $507.4 million, helped by adoption of iDose TR and broader interventional glaucoma initiatives.
Profitability is mixed. A one-time, non-cash impairment of $112.9 million on an acquired intangible asset drove 2025 GAAP net loss to $187.7 million. However, non‑GAAP net loss improved to $51.7 million from $98.3 million, and non‑GAAP gross margin reached about 84% for the year.
Balance sheet quality and outlook are notable. The company ended December 31, 2025 with $282.6 million in cash, cash equivalents, short‑term investments and restricted cash and no debt. Management projects 2026 net sales of $600–$620 million, indicating confidence in continued demand, though actual results will depend on commercial execution and broader macro conditions.
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