TransMedics finalizes fleet acquisition for organ transport

EditorLina Guerrero
Published 01/14/2025, 04:12 PM
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TransMedics Group (NASDAQ:TMDX), Inc., a Massachusetts-based medical technology company with a market capitalization of $2.1 billion, has completed the acquisition of a fleet of aircraft aimed at enhancing its organ transport capabilities. The latest addition, a fixed-wing aircraft purchased from RCS Leasing, LLC for approximately $14.1 million, brings the total number of aircraft to 20.

This acquisition, finalized on January 8, 2025, is part of the company's National OCS Program, which focuses on the transportation of donor organs. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains a healthy current ratio of 8.2, indicating strong liquidity to support its expansion initiatives.

The series of acquisitions, which began with the purchase of 19 fixed-wing aircraft previously reported in various filings throughout 2023 and 2024, represents TransMedics' strategic initiative to expand its operational capacity for organ delivery services.

The company, listed on The Nasdaq Global Market under the ticker NASDAQ:TMDX, has demonstrated impressive revenue growth of 109% over the last twelve months, though its stock has experienced significant volatility, currently trading at $62.54, down about 55% over the past six months.

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The acquisitions are viewed as a series of related transactions, underscoring the company's commitment to building a robust fleet for its National OCS Program. With a gross profit margin of 59.3% and operating with moderate debt levels, the company appears well-positioned to execute its expansion strategy. TransMedics' business address is located at 200 Minuteman Road, Andover, MA 01810, where it operates its principal executive offices.

In other recent news, TransMedics Group has seen a flurry of analyst reactions to its financial performance and strategic developments. The company's Q3 revenue surged by 64% year-over-year to $108.8 million, primarily driven by a 76% rise in U.S. sales. TransMedics has also revised its fiscal year 2024 revenue guidance to range between $428 million and $432 million.

Piper Sandler maintained an Overweight rating on TransMedics, despite adjusting its price target from $110 to $90. The firm's confidence is based on the company's recent performance indicators, including organ transplant volumes and the activity of TransMedics’ medical jet fleet.

JPMorgan, however, downgraded TransMedics from Overweight to Neutral, reducing the price target to $75. This change was prompted by a cautious short-term outlook, despite acknowledging the company's significant long-term growth potential.

Baird also adjusted its price target for TransMedics from $150 to $120, but maintained an Outperform rating. The firm remains confident about the company's growth trajectory and the potential for its market valuation to align more closely with its peers.

Canaccord Genuity maintained a Buy rating but adjusted its price target for TransMedics to $104. The firm views TransMedics' updated 2025 revenue guidance as a "deck-clearing event" that sets achievable expectations for the company as it moves into 2025.

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