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TransMedics holds stock target despite CFO change, guidance revision

EditorNatashya Angelica
Published 03/12/2024, 13:10
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On Tuesday, Piper Sandler maintained its Overweight rating and $110.00 stock price target for TransMedics Group (NASDAQ:TMDX), despite the company announcing significant changes after market close.

TransMedics, currently valued at $2.86 billion, revealed a transition in its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) position and also provided an updated forecast for its fiscal year 2024 revenue. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains a "GREAT" overall financial health score of 3.11, suggesting strong operational fundamentals despite the executive change.

The outgoing CFO, whose financial leadership was highly regarded, will be succeeded by the newly appointed Mr. Hernandez. The analyst expressed surprise over the CFO transition but is looking forward to engaging with Mr. Hernandez during the upcoming Healthcare Conference.

In addition to the executive change, TransMedics narrowed its fiscal year 2024 revenue guidance. The new range is projected to be between $428 million and $432 million, a slight decrease from the previous guidance of $425 million to $445 million. This revision represents a $5 million reduction at the midpoint of the forecast.

Despite these developments, Piper Sandler remains optimistic about TransMedics' growth prospects. The firm acknowledges that CFO transitions and reduced guidance are generally viewed negatively, yet it believes that the company's broader business outlook continues to be strong.

Further details and insights are expected to be shared in the coming two weeks, during Piper Sandler's Healthcare Conference and TransMedics' investor day. Piper Sandler plans to provide additional follow-up after more information becomes available at these events.

In other recent news, TransMedics Group has been the subject of several significant developments. The company announced the appointment of Gerardo Hernandez as the new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Stephen Gordon, who will transition to a senior advisory role.

Moreover, TransMedics revised its revenue guidance for fiscal year 2024, with expected revenues now ranging between $428 million and $432 million.

The company also reported a substantial 64% year-over-year increase in its third-quarter revenue, totaling $108.8 million, primarily driven by a 76% rise in U.S. sales. On the analyst front, Needham downgraded TransMedics from Buy to Hold due to increasing competitive pressures, while Canaccord Genuity maintained a Buy rating but adjusted its price target for TransMedics to $104 from the previous $109.

Oppenheimer reaffirmed its Outperform rating on TransMedics' stock, indicating continued confidence in the company's performance. These recent developments reflect the evolving business dynamics and financial outlook of TransMedics Group.

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