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Alnylam Pharmaceuticals — Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary

  • Financial Performance:

    • Total revenues for Q3 2026 were $1,458.1 million, a 17% increase compared to $1,249.0 million in Q3 2025.
    • Total net product revenues were $1,291.9 million, representing a 52% increase compared to $851.1 million in Q3 2025 (53% at constant exchange rates).
    • Total TTR net product revenues (AMVUTTRA and ONPATTRO) were $1,150.0 million, a 59% increase compared to Q3 2025 (60% at constant exchange rates).
    • AMVUTTRA net product revenues were $1,130.4 million, up 65% year-over-year (66% at constant exchange rates).
    • ONPATTRO net product revenues were $19.6 million, down 50% year-over-year.
    • Total Rare net product revenues (GIVLAARI and OXLUMO) were $142.0 million, up 12% compared to Q3 2025 (13% at constant exchange rates).
    • GIVLAARI net product revenues were $89.5 million, up 21% year-over-year.
    • OXLUMO net product revenues were $52.5 million, down 1% year-over-year.
    • Net revenues from collaborations were $71.5 million, down 80% compared to $351.7 million in Q3 2025, primarily due to a $300.0 million milestone revenue recognition from Roche in September 2025.
    • Royalty revenue was $94.7 million, up 105% compared to $46.2 million in Q3 2025, driven by increased volume and rates from Novartis' Leqvio sales.
    • GAAP income from operations was $345.8 million, down 6% compared to $368.0 million in Q3 2025.
    • Non-GAAP income from operations was $424.9 million, down 11% compared to $476.2 million in Q3 2025.
    • GAAP net income was $2,167.3 million compared to $292.7 million in Q3 2025.
    • Non-GAAP net income was $2,241.9 million, up 412% compared to $437.8 million in Q3 2025.
    • GAAP net income per diluted share was $15.72 compared to $2.14 in Q3 2025.
    • Non-GAAP net income per diluted share was $16.26 compared to $3.19 in Q3 2025.
    • Cost of goods sold was $361.8 million (28.0% of net product revenues) compared to $197.2 million (23.2% of net product revenues) in Q3 2025.
    • GAAP R&D expenses were $408.5 million, up 14% compared to $358.8 million in Q3 2025.
    • Non-GAAP R&D expenses were $375.7 million, up 21% compared to $310.1 million in Q3 2025.
    • GAAP SG&A expenses were $342.0 million, up 6% compared to $322.1 million in Q3 2025.
    • Non-GAAP SG&A expenses were $295.7 million, up 13% compared to $262.6 million in Q3 2025.
    • Interest expense was $84.4 million, including $58.0 million related to the sale of future Leqvio royalties and $23.0 million related to vutrisiran and zilebesiran development funding liabilities.
    • Benefit from income taxes was $1.9 billion, primarily due to the release of valuation allowances on U.S. federal and state deferred tax assets.
    • Cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities were $3.6 billion as of September 30, 2026, compared to $2.9 billion as of December 31, 2025.
  • Guidance and Future Outlook:

    • The company reiterated its full-year 2026 financial guidance.
    • Full-year 2026 Total TTR net product revenues guidance is $4,200 million to $4,500 million.
    • Full-year 2026 Total Rare net product revenues guidance is $500 million to $600 million.
    • Full-year 2026 Total net product revenues guidance is $4,700 million to $5,100 million.
    • Full-year 2026 net product revenues growth vs. 2025 is expected to be 57% to 71% at actual currency exchange rates and 57% to 70% at constant exchange rates.
    • Full-year 2026 net revenues from collaborations and royalties guidance is $575 million to $625 million.
    • Full-year 2026 Non-GAAP R&D and SG&A expenses guidance is $2,700 million to $2,800 million (excluding $330 million to $380 million of stock-based compensation).
    • The company expects to achieve its 2026 financial guidance.
    • Nucresiran is expected to launch in ATTR-CM by 2030, assuming positive data and regulatory approval.
    • A pivotal study for brezosiran is expected to initiate in 2027.
    • Clinical data from the Phase 2 trial of ALN-6400 in HHT and the Phase 1 trial of ALN-2232 in obesity are expected to be announced in conjunction with the Q4 and full-year 2026 earnings call in February 2027.
    • The PDUFA target action date for cemdisiran is November 2026.
  • Business Segments and Product Lines:

    • TTR Franchise: AMVUTTRA is the first and only silencer approved for ATTR-CM and hATTR-PN. U.S. TTR net product revenues increased $99 million compared to Q2 2026, driven by an $81 million increase in demand, a $17 million inventory benefit, and modest net price increases aided by $10 million in favorable gross-to-net adjustments. International TTR net product revenues increased $20 million compared to Q2 2026, driven by ATTR-CM launches in Japan, Germany, and Italy.
    • Rare Franchise: GIVLAARI is approved for acute hepatic porphyria (AHP). OXLUMO is approved for primary hyperoxaluria type 1 (PH1).
    • Pipeline:
      • Nucresiran: The TRITON-CM Phase 3 study enrollment target was expanded from 1,750 to approximately 2,250 patients to enrich for early disease patients and ensure adequate study power.
      • Brezosiran (ALN-HTT02): Phase 1 data in Huntington's disease showed robust, dose-dependent reductions of mutant huntingtin (mHTT) protein in CSF (60-64% mean reduction at month 3 in the highest dose group). The program is developed in collaboration with Regeneron.
      • Mivelsiran: Completed enrollment in the cAPPricorn-1 Phase 2 trial for cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA); initiated a Phase 2 trial for Down syndrome-associated Alzheimer's disease; shared Phase 1 data for early-onset Alzheimer's disease showing robust reductions in sAPPβ and Aβ42 with no increased risk of ARIA events.
      • ALN-5288: Preclinical data and Phase 1 design details presented for a tau-targeting therapeutic for Alzheimer's disease and tauopathies.
      • ALN-6400: Investigational RNAi therapeutic for bleeding disorders; healthy volunteer data to be presented at ASH 2026.
      • ALN-2232: Investigational RNAi therapeutic for obesity and weight management.
      • Cemdisiran: Investigational RNAi therapeutic for myasthenia gravis, advanced by Regeneron; Alnylam eligible for tiered, double-digit royalties up to 15% on global net sales.
  • Market and Competitive Landscape:

    • Vutrisiran is positioned as a first-line treatment option for ATTR-CM, with new analyses from the HELIOS-B trial reinforcing its clinical profile across patient populations and disease manifestations.
    • A pooled analysis across four Phase 3 studies showed consistent treatment effect for vutrisiran and patisiran across sexes.
    • A subgroup analysis demonstrated consistent clinical benefit for vutrisiran in patients with or without baseline tafamidis use.
    • International expansion continues with ATTR-CM launches in Japan, Germany, and Italy.
  • Risks and Challenges:

    • The press release includes standard forward-looking statement risks regarding the ability to successfully launch and market products, clinical trial results, regulatory approvals, manufacturing supply, intellectual property, and strategic collaborations.
    • Specific risks mentioned include dependence on third parties for development and commercialization, the outcome of litigation, and potential changes to the 340B Drug Pricing Program or payor utilization management policies.
  • Management Commentary and Tone:

    • CEO Yvonne Greenstreet stated that Q3 results reflect continued growth of the TTR franchise and advancement of key programs with transformative potential.
    • Management emphasized a focus on leveraging commercial investments to expand the prescriber base, support access, and bring AMVUTTRA to more patients.
    • The expanded enrollment for TRITON-CM was described as strengthening the long-term position of nucresiran.
    • Positive initial data for brezosiran was cited as supporting a pathway to a pivotal study in 2027 and reflecting the potential of the RNAi platform beyond the current portfolio.
    • The tone is confident and focused on long-term growth and platform expansion.
  • Other Key Points:

    • Collaborations:
      • Roche: Net revenues from collaborations decreased significantly due to the absence of the $300.0 million milestone recognized in Q3 2025.
      • Regeneron: Net revenues from collaborations increased 43% to $32.3 million.
    • Upcoming Events:
      • Presentation of two-year open-label extension results for HELIOS-B (vutrisiran) at AHA Scientific Sessions 2026 (November 6-9).
      • Presentation of indirect treatment comparison of vutrisiran vs. acoramidis at ISA (November 15-18).
      • Presentation of Phase 1 healthy volunteer data for ALN-6400 at ASH 2026 (December 12-15).
    • Balance Sheet:
      • Deferred revenue increased to $11.7 million from $4.8 million as of December 31, 2025.
      • Convertible debt decreased to $1.0 billion (current and non-current combined) from $1.0 billion (current portion only) as of December 31, 2025, with current portion at $361.5 million and non-current at $651.1 million.
      • Accumulated deficit improved to $(4,164.7) million from $(6,702.5) million as of December 31, 2025.
      • Total stockholders' equity increased to $3,603.9 million from $789.2 million as of December 31, 2025.
    • Conference Call: Management will discuss results on October 29, 2026, at 8:30 am ET.
Company
ALNYLAM PHARMACEUTICALS INC
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Biotechnology