AMDL Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2009 Financial Results
19 August 2009 - 11:30PM
PR Newswire (US)
TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AMDL Inc. (NYSE
Alternext US: ADL), a US-based pharmaceutical company with major
operations in China, today reported unaudited results and the
filing of its Form 10-Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission
("SEC") for fiscal second quarter 2009. For the three-month period
ending June 30, 2009, AMDL reported revenues of approximately $3.2
million, a 35 percent decrease compared with revenues of $4.9
million in the second quarter of 2008. AMDL reported a
comprehensive loss of approximately $8.0 million ($0.51 per share)
in the second quarter of 2009, that included a one-time loss of
approximately $4.2 million associated with the sale of YYB -- a
wholly-owned foreign subsidiary of AMDL's China-based subsidiary
Jade Pharmaceuticals Inc. (JPI), and a $1.9 million provision for
doubtful accounts receivable from fourth quarter FY2008 sales of
its newly launched Nalefen human placenta extract (HPE) based skin
care product. Sales for the second quarter were affected by
commercial production delays for the Company's strongest selling
Goodnak(TM) anti-aging injectable. Lack of commercial production
was the result of a non-operational small-injectable production
line, which was off-line while awaiting a mandatory 5-year GMP
re-certification from the SFDA in China. As previously announced
AMDL received initial re-certification in March 2009 and resumed
full product production in July 2009. On a comparable basis before
one-time charges, AMDL reported a loss of $0.51 per share during
the second quarter of 2009, as compared to a $0.03 per share loss
in the second quarter of 2008. Gross profits for the second quarter
FY2009 decreased to approximately $1.0 million compared to
approximately $2.4 million for the same period in FY2008. Selling,
general and administrative expenses for continuing operations of
the Company were approximately $3.8 million for the quarter as
compared to approximately $2.7 million for the same period in
FY2008. "The results we announced today are a clear indication
we've encountered challenges with our China operations. With two
consecutive down quarters, my top priority is to re-evaluate the
business and take whatever necessary steps to position AMDL for the
future," said AMDL Chairman and CEO Douglas MacLellan. "I am
working closely with our US and China-based management teams and
Board of Directors to scrutinize all aspects of AMDL's business -
both in the US and China - with the goal of structuring operations
in a manner that best suits the long-term growth and profitability
of AMDL. We are well down the path in outlining a plan to focus
AMDL's US operations solely on the In-Vitro Cancer Diagnostic and
high-end skin care product markets with JPI organized and operated
as a separate asset to AMDL. Based on the diversity of our China
and US-based businesses, independent strengths of executive
management and market potential of each of AMDL's operating
divisions we are confident this path offers the greatest upside
potential for AMDL and its shareholders." AMDL Planned Spin-Off of
JPI/JJB AMDL believes the most prudent path to raising additional
capital for our China-based operations is for JJB to complete one
or more equity private placements during the third and fourth
quarters of FY2009. Specifically, AMDL's China-based management
team believes the strongest path for AMDL to monetize its
investments in JPI/JJB is for JJB to then seek a public listing on
the Growth Enterprise Market ("GEM") located in Shenzhen, China
during the first half of 2010. AMDL's executive management team and
Board of Directors are in agreement with JPI/JJB's management
recommendations of a "spin-off" strategy and anticipate working
with JPI/JJB to complete development plans with the goal of
delivering potential returns for AMDL and its shareholders. It is
anticipated during the third quarter of FY2009 AMDL and JPI/JJB
will complete the agreements that will allow the Company to
commence the spin-off process. Beginning in the third quarter of
FY2009 AMDL expects to de-consolidate JPI/JJB in its financial
statements and will account for this asset as an investment on its
balance sheet. The de-consolidation accounting treatment is
anticipated to create a significant one-time restructuring
impairment charge. With the planned monetization of JPI/JJB, AMDL
continues to believe JPI/JJB has a promising future. The Company
anticipates it may be able to sell off a portion or all of its
ownership in JPI/JJB during the next 30 months; exit from its
investment at or after any public listing; retain an equity stake
in JPI/JJB if ownership is compelling; or position the subsidiary
as a potential buyout target based on JPI/JJB's business and brand
recognition. The goal of AMDL's executive management team and Board
of Directors is to gain the best valuation possible for our JPI/JJB
strategic asset. AMDL Products As previously announced, AMDL began
commercializing its regulatory approved Onko-Sure(TM) IVD cancer
test this year and expects to initiate sales of its Elleuxe(TM)
high-end skin care product line. The Company continues to make
strong traction with its IVD division which has included the
signing of a collaborative agreement with Mayo Clinic and securing
its first customer and distributor partnerships with Precision
Diagnostics Laboratories Inc. and GenWay Biotech Inc. AMDL
anticipates generating approximately $1.5 million in revenue during
2009 from IVD and skin care product sales. Sales of Onko-Sure(TM)
and Elleuxe(TM) are anticipated to expand in FY2010 based on the
completion of additional international distribution agreements we
are currently pursuing. Successful completion of new distribution
agreements is dependent on securing additional financing for AMDL
during the third quarter of FY2009. Revised FY2009 Outlook The
spin-off process is anticipated to significantly affect AMDL's 2009
earnings and sales guidance, and as a result of restructuring
efforts currently underway, AMDL has revised its FY2009
projections. AMDL now anticipates de-consolidating JPI and
accounting for its operations as an investment in the 3rd quarter
and JPI's management have indicated that they now anticipate that
JPI will achieve gross revenues for FY2009 of between US$32 - $36
million and net income between US$4 - $6 million after taxes and
before foreign currency translation gains or losses. This is on par
with FY2008 financial results and represents revenues for the
Company's China-based operations only. New Brand Launch On August
22, 2009, AMDL Inc. anticipates receiving shareholder approval in
order to change its name to Radient Pharmaceuticals Corporation
("Radient Pharma"), with the goal of establishing a new corporate
brand identity and its innovative and promising line of IVD &
skin care products. The Company also anticipates launching a new
corporate website which is expected to go live by the end of the
third quarter of FY2009. The long-term success of Radient Pharma is
based on significantly growing the sales of its IVD & skin care
products and monetizing its investment in JJB. The Company intends
to achieve this by securing adequate financing, broadening its
distribution network and continuing to research, develop, and
commercialize current and future products. Mr. MacLellan continued,
"We have made - and continue to make-- strong traction with our in
vitro diagnostics division and the commercialization of AMDL's
DR-70 cancer test. As previously mentioned, this includes the
signing of a collaborative agreement with Mayo Clinic and securing
various distributor partnerships in the US and Canada. We are also
making marked progress with the development and commercialization
of the Elleuxe(TM) brand of high-end skin care products scheduled
for launch late in Q309 or early Q409. Most importantly, we remain
diligent in our on-going cost containment efforts, especially in
the wake of organizational changes underway." Cost Controls AMDL
continues to take proactive measures and is on track in reducing
over $1.5 million of general & administrative expenses in
FY2009 with the goal of increasing operational efficiencies and
managing the business in an increasingly prudent manner. These cost
containment activities include increased monitoring of
discretionary spending and an anticipated 30% reduction in overall
3rd party service provider fees for accounting, legal, investor
relations, and financial advisory and independent director
services. Financing Initiatives AMDL continues to work diligently
to secure financing for corporate operations, JPI and AMDL
Diagnostics, Inc. (ADI). On August 21, 2009, AMDL anticipates
receiving approval from its shareholders for this issuance of up to
6.5 million shares of common stock, that can be used in a yet to be
negotiated financing. Additionally JPI and ADI are in discussions
with various investors interested in investing in these specific
operations. Going Concern Qualification On April 15, 2009, AMDL
filed with the SEC an Annual Report on Form 10-K in which included
an audit opinion with a "going concern" explanatory paragraph which
expresses doubt, based upon current financial resources, as to
whether AMDL can meet its continuing obligations without access to
additional working capital. The Company intends to raise additional
capital and pursue expense reductions to ensure its ongoing
financial viability. This disclosure is in compliance with the NYSE
Alternext US Company Guide Rule 610(b) requiring a public
announcement of the receipt of an audit opinion that contains a
going concern qualification and does not reflect any change or
amendment to the consolidated financial statements as filed.
Further information regarding the going concern qualification is
contained in AMDL's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended
December 31, 2008. Conference Call The Company will hold a
conference call at 1:30 p.m. PDT/4:30 p.m. EDT on Friday, August
21, 2009, following our 10:30 a.m. Annual Meeting, to discuss
second quarter 2009 results and results of the Annual Meeting.
Listeners may access the call by dialing 1.877.360.1705 or
1.706.902.3245 for international callers, access code 26342319. A
webcast will also be available through AMDL's website at
http://www.amdl.com/. A replay of the call will be available
through September 1, 2009. For additional information on AMDL and
its portfolio of products visit the Company's corporate website at
http://www.amdl.com/. For Investor Relations information contact
Kristine Szarkowitz at or 1.206.310.5323. About AMDL Headquartered
in Tustin, CA with operations in China, AMDL Inc., along with its
subsidiary, JPI, is a pharmaceutical company devoted to the
research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of diagnostic,
pharmaceutical, nutritional supplement, and cosmetic products. The
Company employs over 510 people in the U.S. and China. Forward
Looking Statements Safe Harbor Statement under the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements contained
in this document include certain predictions and projections that
may be considered forward-looking statements under securities law.
These statements involve a number of important risks and
uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially
including, but not limited to, the performance of joint venture
partners, as well as other economic, competitive and technological
factors involving the Company's operations, markets, services,
products, and prices. With respect to AMDL Inc., except for the
historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in
this document are forward-looking statements involving risks and
uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially
from those in such forward-looking statements. AMDL Contact:
Kristine Szarkowitz Director-Investor Relations (Tel): 206.310.5323
DATASOURCE: AMDL Inc. CONTACT: Kristine Szarkowitz,
Director-Investor Relations of AMDL Inc., +1-206-310-5323, Web
Site: http://www.amdl.com/
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