Shares of Lantheus (LNTH) tumbled 6.52% in pre-market trading on Wednesday following the release of its first-quarter 2025 financial results, which fell short of analyst expectations. The medical imaging and diagnostics company reported earnings that disappointed investors, triggering a sell-off in early trading.
Lantheus announced adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.53 for Q1 2025, missing the IBES estimate of $1.66. Revenue for the quarter came in at $372.8 million, also falling short of the projected $379 million. The company's GAAP EPS stood at $1.02 for the quarter. Despite the earnings miss, Lantheus reported a robust free cash flow of $98.8 million for the period.
The market's negative reaction highlights investor sensitivity to earnings misses, especially for growth-oriented companies in the healthcare sector. While Lantheus continues to generate significant cash flow, the failure to meet analyst expectations has raised concerns about the company's growth trajectory and near-term prospects, leading to the sharp pre-market decline.