SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 16, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (Nasdaq:ISRG), the industry leader in surgical robotics, today reported first quarter 2009 revenue of $188.4 million, compared to $188.2 for the first quarter of 2008. First quarter 2009 revenue of $188.4 million was net of $20.1 million of revenue deferrals associated with offers made to certain customers to upgrade their recently purchased da Vinci(r) S(tm) Surgical Systems to our recently announced da Vinci(r) Si(tm) Surgical System. The new da Vinci(r) Si(tm) Surgical System offers several new features, including enhanced 3D HD resolution, an updated and simplified user interface, enhanced operating room integration capabilities, and improved ergonomics. The da Vinci Si also enables an optional second surgeon console allowing a second surgeon the ability to provide da Vinci-enabled surgical assistance and may facilitate teaching efficiencies for surgeons learning da Vinci surgery. The upgrade program also provided our customers the opportunity to exchange their recently purchased da Vinci S camera accessories for da Vinci Si camera accessories. The deferrals reduced first quarter 2009 system revenue by $18.0 million and accessory revenue by $2.1 million. The company expects to recognize all $20.1 million of the revenue deferrals within 2009.
First quarter 2009 instruments and accessories revenue increased to $79.6 million from $61.9 million during the first quarter of 2008 driven by approximately 60% higher surgical procedure volume at customer sites, partially offset by the revenue deferral described above and lower instrument and accessory revenue per procedure resulting from customer efficiency gains, procedure mix, and timing of customer orders. First quarter 2009 service revenue increased to $39.3 million from $27.2 million during the first quarter of 2008.
First quarter 2009 systems revenue of $69.5 million was lower than $99.1 million during the first quarter of 2008 due primarily to the revenue deferral described above and slightly lower da Vinci (r) Surgical System unit sales. 66 da Vinci (r) Surgical Systems were sold during the first quarter of 2009, compared to 74 during the first quarter of 2008.
Three Months Ended March 31, ---------------------------- Revenue ($Millions) 2009 2008 Incr/(Decr) ------------------ ------ ------ ---------- Instruments/Accessories $ 79.6 $ 61.9 $ 17.7 Systems 69.5 99.1 (29.6) Service 39.3 27.2 12.1 ---------------------------- $188.4 $188.2 $ 0.2 ----------------------------
First quarter 2009 operating income of $45.0 million was $19.8 million lower than the first quarter 2008 due primarily to the $20.1 million operating income impact of the da Vinci Si launch revenue deferral, offset in part by growth in recurring revenue. Operating results for the first quarter of 2009 included $22.7 million of non-cash stock-based compensation expense in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board SFAS 123R, compared with $14.6 million for the first quarter of 2008.
First quarter 2009 net income was $28.1 million, or $0.72 per diluted share, compared with $44.8 million, or $1.12 per diluted share for the first quarter of 2008. The first quarter 2009 revenue deferral reduced net income by approximately $12.1 million, or $0.30 per diluted share.
During the first quarter 2009 Intuitive entered into a $150.0 million Accelerated Stock Repurchase program. During March 2009, 1.4 million shares of common stock were received and retired under the program. The company ended the quarter with cash, cash equivalents and investments of $822 million, compared to $902 million at December 31, 2008.
Commenting on the announcement, Lonnie Smith, Chairman and CEO of Intuitive Surgical, said, "Despite the challenging economic environment and reduced hospital spending, procedures performed with the da Vinci surgical system continued to demonstrate relatively high growth. We believe the new da Vinci(r) Si(tm) surgical system's improved 3D HD vision, ease of use, efficiency, and second surgeon console capability will help drive the continued adoption of robotic surgery to the benefit of patients throughout the world."
The Company will also announce these results at a conference call today at 1:30 pm PDT. The dial-in numbers for the call are 877-909-3508 for participants located in the U.S. and 517-645-6051 for participants located outside the U.S. The passcode is ISRG and the meeting leader is Mr. Lonnie Smith. To access financial information that will be discussed on the call, please visit Intuitive Surgical's website at www.intuitivesurgical.com.
About Intuitive's Products
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (Nasdaq:ISRG), headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, is the global technology leader in robotic-assisted, minimally invasive surgery (MIS). Intuitive Surgical develops, manufactures and markets robotic technologies designed to improve clinical outcomes and help patients return more quickly to active and productive lives. The company's mission is to extend the benefits of minimally invasive surgery to the broadest possible base of patients. Intuitive Surgical -- Taking surgery beyond the limits of the human hand(tm).
About the da Vinci(r) Surgical System
The da Vinci(r) System is a breakthrough surgical platform designed to enable complex surgery using a minimally invasive approach. The da Vinci(r) System consists of an ergonomic surgeon console, a patient-side cart with four interactive robotic arms, a high-performance vision system and proprietary EndoWrist(r) instruments. Powered by state-of-the-art robotic and computer technology, the da Vinci(r) System is designed to scale, filter and seamlessly translate the surgeon's hand movements into more precise movements of the EndoWrist(r) instruments. The net result is an intuitive interface with breakthrough surgical capabilities. By providing surgeons with superior visualization, enhanced dexterity, greater precision and ergonomic comfort, the da Vinci Surgical System makes it possible for more surgeons to perform minimally invasive procedures involving complex dissection or reconstruction. This ultimately has the potential to raise the standard of care for complex surgeries, translating into numerous potential patient benefits, including less pain, a shorter recovery and quicker return to normal daily activities.
Intuitive(r), da Vinci(r), da Vinci(r) S(tm), da Vinci(r) Si(tm), InSite(r) and EndoWrist(r) are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
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INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. UNAUDITED QUARTERLY CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT PER SHARE DATA) Three months ended ----------------------------- March 31, Dec. 31, March 31, 2009 2008 2008 -------- -------- --------- Revenue: Instruments & Accessories $ 79,528 $ 81,575 $ 61,841 Systems 69,522 113,752 99,110 Services 39,322 36,218 27,243 -------- -------- -------- Total revenue 188,372 231,545 188,194 Cost of revenue: Products 45,266 51,669 44,852 Services 14,402 14,536 13,535 -------- -------- -------- Total cost of revenue (1) 59,668 66,205 58,387 Gross profit 128,704 165,340 129,807 Operating expenses: Selling, general and administrative 62,366 61,739 48,634 Research and development (2) 21,312 20,864 16,301 -------- -------- -------- Total operating expenses (1) 83,678 82,603 64,935 Income from operations 45,026 82,737 64,872 Interest and other income, net 5,016 5,525 8,541 -------- -------- -------- Income before income taxes 50,042 88,262 73,413 Provision for income taxes 21,900 37,504 28,632 -------- -------- -------- Net lncome $ 28,142 $ 50,758 $ 44,781 ======== ======== ======== Earnings per share: Basic $ 0.72 $ 1.30 $ 1.16 ======== ======== ======== Diluted $ 0.72 $ 1.27 $ 1.12 ======== ======== ======== Shares used in computing earnings per share: Basic 38,883 39,138 38,582 ======== ======== ======== Diluted 39,336 39,837 39,847 ======== ======== ======== (1) Includes stock compensation expense of $3.3 million,$3.1 million and $2.2 million in total cost of revenue and $19.4 million, $18.3 million and $12.3 million in total operating expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2009, December 31, 2008 and March 31, 2008, respectively. (2) Includes amortization of purchased intellectual property of $3.4 million, $3.2 million and $1.2 million in research and development expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2009, December 31, 2008 and March 31, 2008, respectively. INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (IN THOUSANDS) 3/31/2009 12/31/2008 ---------- ---------- Cash, cash equivalents, and investments $ 821,683 $ 901,873 Accounts receivable, net 139,341 170,107 Inventory 64,383 63,460 Property and equipment, net 122,571 117,021 Goodwill 110,740 110,740 Deferred tax assets 47,823 45,357 Other assets 79,512 66,066 ---------- ---------- Total assets $1,386,053 $1,474,624 ========== ========== Accounts payable and other accrued liabilities $ 112,661 $ 128,606 Deferred revenue 98,272 79,252 ---------- ---------- Total liabilities 210,933 207,858 Stockholders' equity 1,175,120 1,266,766 ---------- ---------- Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $1,386,053 $1,474,624 ========== ==========