8-K ·Filed Feb 25, 2026

ALKS

Alkermes plc.
MIXED
Impact 6/10
Horizonmonths Processed7mo ago SEC0001193125-26-068512
8-K Item 2.02: Earnings release
Actionable Insight ◆ Mixed

Monitor the integration of Avadel and the ramp-up of LUMRYZ sales, as the company transitions from profitability to a projected net loss in 2026 due to acquisition accounting. The success of alixorexton's phase 3 trials will be critical for long-term value creation.

DirectionMixed
Confidencehigh
Horizonmonths
Final — all horizons settled through T+60d ⚠ clustered
ALKS ▲ +19.19% at T+60d
NEUTRAL call ✓ call won +19.19% · α vs SPY +12.24% · entry $31.03 → $36.98
Entry anchored
Feb 24, 03:59 PM ET
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Executive Summary

Alkermes reported 2025 total revenues of $1.48 billion and diluted GAAP EPS of $1.43, with a 9% year-over-year increase in proprietary product sales. The company expects a GAAP net loss in 2026 due to acquisition-related costs from the Avadel deal, despite projecting revenue growth to $1.73-$1.84 billion. The acquisition of Avadel strengthens its sleep medicine portfolio with LUMRYZ and supports the development of alixorexton.

Key Financial Metrics

Revenue
$1.5B
-5.3% YoY
EPS
$1.43
Guidance
$1.73B-$1.84B
lowered

Key Facts

  • 2025 total revenue was $1.48 billion, down from $1.56 billion in 2024
  • 2025 GAAP net income was $242 million, down from $367 million in 2024
  • 2026 guidance includes a projected GAAP net loss of $115-$135 million
  • 2026 revenue guidance is $1.73-$1.84 billion, representing 17-24% growth
  • Acquisition of Avadel closed in February 2026 for $775 million in cash and $1.525 billion in term loans
  • LUMRYZ net sales expected to contribute $315-$335 million in 2026

Financial Impact

GAAP net loss of $115-$135 million in 2026 due to $150 million inventory step-up expense and $95-$105 million amortization from Avadel acquisition

revenueepsnet incomeamortizationdebt

Segment Breakdown

SegmentRevenueGrowth
VIVITROL$467.9M+2.3%
ARISTADA$370.0M+6.9%
LYBALVI$346.7M+23.9%

Risk Factors

  • Integration risks from the Avadel acquisition
  • Dilution from $1.525 billion in new debt
  • Execution risk in launching and commercializing LUMRYZ
  • Clinical development risk for alixorexton

Market Snapshot

Exchange
Nasdaq

Investment Themes

Biotech & Drug Discovery

Documents Analyzed

This report is based on 6 SEC documents filed with EDGAR.

DocumentAccession Number
8-K Filing (Primary)0001193125-26-068512
Document: alks-20260225.htm0001193125-26-068512
Document: alks-ex99_2.htm0001193125-26-068512
Document: 0001193125-26-068512-index-headers.html0001193125-26-068512
Document: 0001193125-26-068512-index.html0001193125-26-068512
Document: 0001193125-26-068512.txt0001193125-26-068512
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