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Inspira Technologies Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results Ra'anana, Israel

Key Takeaway: Inspira Technologies OXY B.H.N. Ltd. announced its third quarter financial results for 2023, highlighting progress in its novel technology aimed at improving respiratory care. The company has made strides in securing distribution agreements and preparing for FDA approval for its ART100 device. Meanwhile, it reported a net loss of $8.28 million, up from $7.15 million from the previous year, and noted a significant decrease in cash reserves. CEO Dagi Ben-Noon expressed optimism about the company's advancements and the potential of its innovative approach to respiratory treatment.

Market Sentiment Analysis

POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Inspira Technologies reported progress in developing its novel oxygenation technology.
  • The company secured significant distribution agreements in Europe and Central America.
  • There has been a decrease in research and development expenses, indicating improved financial management.
  • CEO expressed optimism regarding the company's advancements and impending FDA approval.

CONCERNS & RISKS

  • The company experienced a net loss of $8.28 million in the past nine months, increasing from a loss of $7.15 million last year.
  • Finance income decreased significantly due to changes in fair market valuations of warrants.
  • Cash and cash equivalents have decreased to $6.39 million compared to $13.9 million at the end of 2022.

Full Press Release Details

Inspira Technologies Reports Third
Quarter 2023 Financial Results
Ra'anana, Israel, November 16, 2023 - Inspira Technologies
OXY B.H.N. Ltd. (Nasdaq: IINN, IINNW) (the "Company" or "Inspira"), a pioneer in acute respiratory care, today
announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023. This quarter, Inspira continued to progress in the
development of its novel technology for oxygenating blood, an alternative to traditional mechanical ventilation for respiratory patients.
This patented technology, recently bolstered by a grant from the Israeli Innovation Authority and new U.S. patents, is at the heart of
Key business developments include the Company's preparation for
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of Inspira's ART100 device and its securing of potentially significant distribution
agreements in Europe and Central America. These steps align with Inspira's goal to disrupt the $20 billion respiratory ventilator market.
"We are incredibly pleased with our
progress over the last quarter," remarked Dagi Ben-Noon, Chief Executive Officer of Inspira. "This period has been marked
by significant achievements in both our business strategy and our intellectual property portfolio. Our innovative approach to respiratory
care, which we believe is at the forefront of medical technology, has not only received recognition in the form of patents and grants
but is also steadily moving toward commercial realization."
Financial Results for the nine months ended September
Research and development
expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, were $5.37 million, compared to $6.24 million for the corresponding period
in 2022. The reason for the decrease in research and development expenses was primarily the result of the decrease in share-based
compensation expenses, which was more significant than the increase in the salary and related expenses from the Company's recruitment
of employees and the expansion of its research and development department.
Sales and marketing expenses
for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, were $0.59 million compared to $1.08 million for the corresponding period in 2022.
The decrease is attributable to a decrease in share-based compensation expenses and a reduction in marketing activities. The marketing
department increased its efforts in the first half of 2022 with respect to brand awareness and exploring go-to-market capabilities.
General and administrative
expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 were $3.01 million, compared to $4.29 million for the corresponding period
in 2022. The decrease is primarily due to the decrease in share-based compensation expenses and a lower cost of director and officer
Finance income for the
nine months ended September 30, 2023, was $0.86 million, compared to $4.51 million for the corresponding period in 2022. The
decrease in finance income is primarily due to the calculation of the fair market value of the Company's warrants issued to investors
in its pre-initial public offering and initial public offering (IPO) as financial equity liabilities and the fluctuation in the U.S. Dollar
- New Israeli Shekel exchange rate during the first half of 2023.
Finance expenses for
the nine months ended September 30, 2023 were $0.16 million, compared to $0.04 million for the corresponding period in 2022.
The increase in finance expenses is primarily due to the calculation of the fair market value of the Company's warrants issued to
investors in its pre-IPO and IPO as financial equity liabilities.
The net loss for the
nine months ended September 30, 2023, was $8.28 million, compared to a net loss of $7.15 million for the nine months ended September
Financial highlights
for the three months ended September 30, 2023
Research and development
expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2023, were $1.54 million, compared to $1.95 million for the corresponding
period in 2022. The decrease is due to the decrease in share-based compensation expenses and a decrease in expenses related to projects
initiated in the third quarter of 2022.
Sales and marketing expenses
for the three months ended September 30, 2023, were $0.19 million compared to $0.3 million for the corresponding period in 2022.
The reason for the decrease in sales and marketing expenses was due to the decrease in share-based compensation expenses.
General and administrative
expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2023, were $0.91 million, compared to $1.36 million for the corresponding
period in 2022. The decrease is due primarily to a decrease in share-based compensation expenses and a lower cost of director and officer
Finance income for the
three months ended September 30, 2023 was $0.22 million, compared to $0.07 million for the corresponding period in 2022. The
decrease in finance income is due primarily to the calculation of the fair market value of the Company's warrants issued to investors
in its pre-IPO and IPO as financial equity liabilities, in addition to the fluctuation in the U.S. Dollar - New Israeli Shekel exchange
rate during the first half of 2023.
There were no finance
expenses for the three months ended September 30,2023, compared to $0.14 million for the corresponding period in 2022.
Balance Sheet Highlights
Cash, cash equivalents
and short-term bank deposits were $6.39 million as of September 30, 2023, compared to $13.9 million as of December 31, 2022.
Financial liabilities
at fair market value totaled $0.36 million as of September 30, 2023, compared to $0.37 million as of December 31, 2022. The financial
liabilities represent the fair market value of the Company's warrants being accounted for as equity liabilities issued to pre-IPO
As of September 30, 2023,
the Company's shareholders' equity totaled $5.17 million, compared to shareholders' equity totaling $12.82 million as
of December 31, 2022.
Inspira Technologies OXY B.H.N. Ltd.
Inspira Technologies is at the forefront of
revolutionizing acute respiratory care by introducing groundbreaking medical technologies. Central to its mission is the development of
innovative solutions that enable direct blood oxygenation, bypassing the lungs. This pioneering approach sets Inspira apart by potentially
eliminating the reliance on traditional mechanical ventilation, which is often associated with higher risks and complexities. Beyond this,
the Company is committed to advancing blood circulation technology and incorporating AI-driven monitoring systems. These advancements
are part of its strategy to offer more patient-focused, data-informed care. The integration of these technologies signifies the potential
to enhancing patient outcomes and streamlining hospital operations, marking a new era in respiratory care.
For more information, please visit our corporate
Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer
This press release contains express or implied forward-looking statements
pursuant to U.S. Federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements and their implications are based on the current expectations
of the management of the Company only and are subject to a number of factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ
materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. For example, the Company is using forward-looking statements when it
discusses the Company's goal to disrupt the respiratory ventilator market and the Company's move toward commercial realization
of its medical technology. Except as otherwise required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly release any revisions
to these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated
events. More detailed information about the risks and uncertainties affecting the Company is contained under the heading "Risk Factors"
in the Company's annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 filed with the SEC, which is available on
the SEC's website, www.sec.gov.
MRK-ARS-057 Copyright 2018-2023 Inspira
UNAUDITED CONDENSED INTERIM STATEMENTS OF
(U.S. dollars in thousands)
September 30, December 31,
2023 2022
ASSETS
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents 3,327 6,783
Cash deposits 3,061 7,120
Other current assets 431 591
Total current assets 6,819 14,494
Non-Current Assets:
Right of use assets, net 862 1,107
Property, plant and equipment, net 482 411
Total non-current assets 1,344 1,518
Total Assets 8,163 16,012
September 30, December 31,
2023 2022
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current Liabilities:
Trade accounts payables 307 150
Other accounts payable 1,083 1,217
Lease liabilities 287 329
Financial liabilities at fair value 363 368
Total current liabilities 2,040 2,064
Non-Current Liabilities:
Lease liabilities 502 728
Loan from the Israeli Innovation Authority 452 398
Total non- current liabilities 954 1,126
Shareholders' Equity:
Share capital and additional paid-in capital 55,131 53,814
Foreign exchange reserve (2,620 ) (1,928 )
Accumulated deficit (47,342 ) (39,064 )
Total equity 5,169 12,822
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity 8,163 16,012
UNAUDITED CONDENSED INTERIM STATEMENTS OF
(U.S. dollars in thousands)
For the Three Months Ended September 30, For the Nine Months Ended September 30,
2023 2022 2023 2022
Research and development expenses 1,542 1,948 5,372 6,242
Marketing expenses 193 301 594 1,078
General and administrative expenses 907 1,357 3,011 4,293
Operating loss 2,642 3,606 8,977 11,613
Finance income (219 ) (69 ) (856 ) (4,508 )
Finance expenses - 135 157 40
Loss (profit) before tax 2,423 3,672 8,278 7,145
Taxes on income
Loss (profit) for the period
Other comprehensive loss (profit), net of tax:
Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss:
Exchange profits (losses) arising on translation to presentation currency 260 (58 ) 692 (2,293 )
Total comprehensive loss for the period 2,683 3,730 8,970 9,438
UNAUDITED CONDENSED INTERIM STATEMENTS OF
CHANGES IN SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
(U.S. dollars in thousands)
For the Three-Month Period Ended September

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Inspira Technologies' primary focus?

Inspira Technologies specializes in acute respiratory care innovation, particularly developing technology for direct blood oxygenation.

How much were R&D expenses in Q3 2023?

Research and development expenses for Q3 2023 were $1.54 million.

What was Inspira's net loss for the nine months ended September 2023?

The net loss for the nine months ended September 2023 was $8.28 million.

What significant patent developments were made recently?

Inspira secured new U.S. patents and received a grant from the Israeli Innovation Authority.

What is Inspira's goal in the respiratory market?

Inspira aims to disrupt the $20 billion respiratory ventilator market with its innovative technology.

Last updated: Nov 16, 2023