Full Press Release Details
Tivic Health Reports First Quarter
2022 Financial Results
77% year-over-year growth in unit sales
direct-to-consumer; 219% increase in gross profit.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - May 16, 2022 - Tivic
Health Systems, Inc. ("Tivic Health", Nasdaq: TIVC), a commercial-phase health technology company that develops and commercializes
bioelectronic medicine, today announced its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2022.
"I am pleased that our strategy
to grow direct-to-consumer sales is driving both our revenue growth and increased gross margins. Increasing sales through direct-to-consumer
channels is the first cornerstone in the strategic plan laid out by the company as part of its IPO last November," commented Jennifer
Ernst, Tivic Health's CEO. "With a growing volume of unit sales and strong customer reviews, we believe we are building confidence
among consumers and health care professionals for our bioelectronic platform used in the treatment of sinus pain and congestion."
First Quarter 2022 Financial Highlights
Compared to First Quarter 2021
| 33% increase in net revenue | ||
| 219% increase in gross profit on 28% growth in overall unit sales | ||
| 77% growth in unit sales through direct-to-consumer channels |
First Quarter 2022 Financial Review
Net revenue for the first quarter 2022 was
$428 thousand, an increase of $105 thousand (or 33%) compared to $323 thousand in the same period 2021, primarily due to increased unit
sales of 28% and termination of less profitable retail distribution arrangements.
Cost of sales for the first quarter 2022 was
$358 thousand, an increase of $57 thousand (or 19%) compared to $301 thousand in the same period 2021. The period over period increase
was primarily due to the increase in unit sales of 28%.
Gross profit for the first quarter 2022 was
$70 thousand, an increase of $48 thousand (or 219%) compared to $22 thousand in the same period 2021. The increase was primarily due to
a higher percentage of sales through distribution channels with higher margins, and termination of low-margin "product discovery"
contracts entered into in 2020. The increase was partially offset by the effect of the ongoing global supply chain concerns impacting
component, materials and shipping costs.
Sales and marketing expenses were $684 thousand
for the first quarter 2022, compared to $300 thousand in the same period 2021. The increase of $384 thousand was due primarily to expansion
of our sales and marketing efforts, including (i) expanding advertising reach; (ii) growing our social media presence; (iii) upgrading
and optimizing e-commerce infrastructure; and (iv) other marketing initiatives.
Research and development expenses were $401
thousand for the first quarter 2022, a $203 thousand increase from $198 thousand for the same period in 2021. The increase was primarily
related to activities in the migraine treatment area and initiation of double-blind randomized controlled trial for post-operative pain
relief following sinus surgery.
General and administrative expenses were $1.2
million for the first quarter 2022, compared to $581 thousand in the same period 2021. The increase of $645 thousand was primarily attributable
to D&O insurance, audit fees, consulting fees and other professional services to upgrade the corporate and finance functions to public
As of March 31, 2022, the company had cash
and cash equivalents of approximately $10.8 million compared to approximately $13.0 million on December
Management will host a conference call on Monday, May 16, 2022,
at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the company's first quarter 2022 financial results and provide a business update.
The conference call will be available via telephone
by dialing toll free 888-506-0062 for local callers; or 973-528-0011 for international callers and using entry code 535202.
The conference call will also be available
An audio replay of the call will be available
from the "Recent Press" page on the Tivic Health website at
Tivic Health Systems, Inc. is a commercial-phase health
technology company delivering non-invasive bioelectronic treatments that provide consumers a choice in the treatment of inflammation
and related conditions. For more information visit https://tivichealth.com @TivicHealth.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain "forward-looking
statements" that are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, contained
in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release may be identified by
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or the negative of these words or other similar expressions, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking
statements are based on Tivic Health Systems, Inc.'s current expectations and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks, and
assumptions that are difficult to predict. Further, certain forward-looking statements are based on assumptions as to future events that
may not prove to be accurate. Additional information concerning Tivic Health and its business, including a discussion of factors that
could materially affect the company operating results, is contained in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended
December 31, 2021, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 31, 2022, under the heading "Risk Factors,"
as well as the company's subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements contained in
this press release are made as of this date, and Tivic Health Systems, Inc. undertakes no duty to update such information except as required
Tivic Health Systems, Inc.
Condensed Balance Sheets (Unaudited)
March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021
(in thousands, except share and
| March 31, | December 31, | |||||||
| 2022 | 2021 | |||||||
| ASSETS | ||||||||
| Current assets | ||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ | 10,801 | $ | 12,975 | ||||
| Accounts receivable, net | 117 | 92 | ||||||
| Inventory, net | 447 | 429 | ||||||
| Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 633 | 793 | ||||||
| Total current assets | 11,998 | 14,289 | ||||||
| Property and equipment, net | 16 | 11 | ||||||
| Right-of-use assets, operating lease | 647 | 687 | ||||||
| Other assets | 33 | 49 | ||||||
| Total assets | $ | 12,694 | $ | 15,036 | ||||
| LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY | ||||||||
| Current liabilities | ||||||||
| Accounts payable | $ | 625 | $ | 789 | ||||
| Other accrued expenses | 304 | 267 | ||||||
| Operating lease liability, current | 168 | 163 | ||||||
| Total current liabilities | 1,097 | 1,219 | ||||||
| Operating lease liability | 504 | 545 | ||||||
| Total liabilities | 1,601 | 1,764 | ||||||
| Commitments and contingencies | ||||||||
| Stockholders' equity | ||||||||
| Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value, 10,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued and outstanding at March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 | - | - | ||||||
| Common stock, $0.0001 par value, 200,000,000 shares authorized; 9,715,234 shares issued and outstanding at March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020, respectively | 1 | 1 | ||||||
| Additional paid in capital | 32,878 | 32,817 | ||||||
| Accumulated deficit | (21,786 | ) | (19,546 | ) | ||||
| Total stockholders' equity | 11,093 | 13,272 | ||||||
| Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | $ | 12,694 | $ | 15,036 |
Tivic Health Systems, Inc.
Condensed Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
Three Months Ended March 31, 2022 and 2021
(in thousands, except share and
| Three Months Ended | ||||||||
| March 31, | ||||||||
| 2022 | 2021 | |||||||
| Revenue | $ | 428 | $ | 323 | ||||
| Cost of sales | 358 | 301 | ||||||
| Gross profit | 70 | 22 | ||||||
| Operating expenses: | ||||||||
| Research and development | 401 | 198 | ||||||
| Sales and marketing | 684 | 300 | ||||||
| General and administrative | 1,226 | 581 | ||||||
| Total operating expenses | 2,311 | 1,079 | ||||||
| Loss from operations | (2,241 | ) | (1,057 | ) | ||||
| Other income (expense): | ||||||||
| Interest expense | - | (274 | ) | |||||
| Change in fair value of derivative liabilities | - | (27 | ) | |||||
| Other income | 1 | 2 | ||||||
| Total other income (expense) | 1 | (299 | ) | |||||
| Loss before provision for income taxes | (2,240 | ) | (1,356 | ) | ||||
| Net loss and comprehensive loss | $ | (2,240 | ) | $ | (1,356 | ) | ||
| Net loss per share - basic and diluted | $ | (0.23 | ) | $ | (0.58 | ) | ||
| Weighted-average number of shares - basic and diluted | 9,715,234 | 2,334,479 |