Stifel maintains Artivion stock Buy rating, $30 target amid growth

Published 06/05/2025, 10:36
Stifel maintains Artivion stock Buy rating, $30 target amid growth

On Tuesday, Stifel analysts maintained a Buy rating and a $30.00 price target for Artivion Inc. (NYSE: AORT) shares, representing potential upside from the current price of $23.77. According to InvestingPro data, analyst targets range from $30 to $35, with the company showing a "GOOD" overall financial health score. Despite challenges from a cybersecurity breach in December 2024, the company surpassed first quarter sales and adjusted EBITDA expectations. Artivion’s Aortic Stent and Stent Graft business witnessed approximately 19% organic revenue growth in the first quarter of 2025, a significant increase from the 8% growth recorded in the fourth quarter of 2024. InvestingPro analysis reveals the company maintains strong revenue growth of 9.75% over the last twelve months, with analysts expecting continued growth this year. Get access to 8 more exclusive ProTips and comprehensive analysis with InvestingPro.

The growth was attributed to strong performance outside the United States and the early adoption of the company’s AMDS aortic repair device within the country. The positive impact of AMDS on Artivion’s performance is expected to continue throughout 2025, with the company projecting a 100-200 basis points contribution to top-line growth from this product. With a market capitalization of $1.01 billion and healthy gross profit margins of 64%, Artivion shows promising fundamentals.

Artivion has identified AMDS as a potential $150 million annual market opportunity in the United States. With around 150 U.S. facilities currently seeking approval for AMDS under the FDA’s humanitarian device exemption, and full PMA approval anticipated in the second half of 2026, the company is actively exploring this opportunity for accelerated growth and market expansion.

The company also noted that approximately 600 U.S. sites perform the majority of the annual acute type A aortic dissection procedures treatable by AMDS. This focus on expanding the treatment of aortic dissections represents a strategic move to capture a larger share of the market.

In other recent news, Artivion Inc. reported its Q1 2025 earnings, revealing a mixed performance with a notable revenue miss but a significant earnings per share (EPS) beat. The company recorded an EPS of $0.06, surpassing the forecast of $0.0003, while revenue reached $99 million, falling short of the anticipated $104.65 million. Despite the revenue shortfall, Artivion raised its full-year revenue guidance to 11-14% growth. The company is optimistic about accelerated growth in the second half of the year, driven by the U.S. launch of its AMDS device and continued international expansion. Artivion experienced strong regional growth in Latin America and EMEA, although North American revenue saw a decline. Analysts have noted the company’s effective cost management and operational efficiency as contributing factors to its positive earnings surprise. The company also addressed challenges, including cybersecurity incident costs of $4.7 million and potential supply chain disruptions. Overall, Artivion remains confident in its ability to meet its full-year guidance, with executives highlighting potential market expansion opportunities.

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