Cochlear Ltd
ASX:COH

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Price: 261.9 AUD -1.01%
Market Cap: 17.1B AUD

Cochlear Ltd
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Cochlear Ltd., the renowned medical device company, traces its roots back to the vibrant medical innovation scene of Australia in the 1980s. Born from the pioneering research of Professor Graeme Clark, who was driven by a personal mission to help the hearing-impaired, Cochlear embarked on a journey that redefined the possibilities for those living with hearing loss. Over the years, the company has evolved into a global leader in implantable hearing solutions, headlined by its flagship cochlear implants. These intricate devices bypass damaged portions of the ear, directly stimulating the auditory nerve to restore the sense of hearing, thus providing users with the ability to connect more profoundly with the world around them. As scientific research advanced, so did Cochlear, developing a range of complementary products tailored to different degrees and types of hearing impairment.

In a business model built on innovation and patient support, Cochlear generates revenue by designing, manufacturing, and marketing a portfolio of hearing implant products and related services. The company's value proposition lies not only in the initial sale of these high-tech devices but also in the ongoing customer relationships through upgrades, accessories, and maintenance services. By investing significantly in research and development, Cochlear ensures continuous improvement and the introduction of new solutions that meet the evolving needs of patients and healthcare providers. Their ability to offer comprehensive post-implantation support, such as rehabilitation services and patient care programs, strengthens customer loyalty and establishes recurring revenue streams, enabling Cochlear to maintain its competitive edge in the global market.

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Last Earnings Call
Fiscal Period
Q2 2023
Call Date
Feb 15, 2023
AI Summary
Q2 2023

Revenue Growth: Sales revenue rose 9% (7% in constant currency), driven by strong Cochlear implant growth—14% unit increase, with more than 10% in developed and around 20% in emerging markets.

Profit Decline: Underlying net profit dropped 6% in constant currency, mainly due to higher cloud computing expenses and an unusually high prior-year profit.

Margins: Gross margin stayed strong at 75%, with management expecting to maintain this level for the full year, though a 0.5% headwind is anticipated in 2024 as the Chengdu facility comes online.

Dividend & Buyback: Interim dividend is flat at $1.55 per share with a 72% payout ratio. A share buyback of up to $75 million is planned over the next 12 months, targeting $200 million net cash over several years.

Guidance Maintained: Full-year outlook and guidance remain unchanged, with expectations of strong sales growth and net profit margin improvement in the second half.

Nucleus 8 Rollout: The Nucleus 8 launch is progressing well, receiving positive feedback, and is expected to further support growth and upgrades.

Acoustics Recovery: Acoustics revenue grew 70% in constant currency, boosted by COVID recovery, Asia rollout, and Baha 6 upgrades.

Ongoing Investment: Company continues to invest heavily in growth and cloud computing, with cloud spend projected to peak this year and next.

Key Financials
Gross Margin
75%
Cochlear Implant Unit Growth
14%
Cochlear Implant Unit Growth (Developed Markets)
more than 10%
Cochlear Implant Unit Growth (Emerging Markets)
approximately 20%
Acoustics Revenue Growth (Constant Currency)
70%
R&D as % of Revenue
slightly under 12%
Cloud Computing Investment (Half)
$17 million
Dividend per Share
$1.55
Dividend Payout Ratio
72%
Share Buyback
up to $75 million over next 12 months
Earnings Call Recording
Other Earnings Calls
2023

Management

Mr. Jan Janssen MSc Elec Eng
Chief Technology Officer
No Bio Available
Ms. Karen O'Driscoll
Chief Information Officer
No Bio Available
Ms. Kristina Devon
Vice President of Investor Relations
No Bio Available
Mr. Rob McGrory
Group General Counsel & Company Secretary
No Bio Available
Ms. Jennifer Stevenson
VP of Corporate Communications & Brand
No Bio Available
Mr. Dean Phizacklea
Senior Vice President of Global Strategic Marketing
No Bio Available
Ms. Jennifer Hornery
Senior Vice President of Global People & Culture
No Bio Available
Mr. Greg Bodkin BE (Hons), MComm (UNSW)
Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain
No Bio Available
Dr. Brian Kaplan
Senior Vice President of Global Clinical Strategy & Innovation
No Bio Available
Ms. Lisa Aubert
President of North America
No Bio Available

Contacts

Address
NEW SOUTH WALES
Sydney
1 University Avenue, Macquarie University
Contacts
+61294286555.0
www.cochlear.com