Lundbeck (Buy, TP: DKK255.00) - 2021 guidance low, as feared
Lundbeck reported c-3% YOY sales growth in Q4, below our estimate and consensus. Core EBIT missed but reported EBIT beat expectations, with an EBIT margin of 10.1%. The 2021 guidance is for revenue of DKK16.3bn–16.9bn, core EBIT of DKK3.1bn–3.6bn, and EBIT of DKK1.8bn–2.2bn. We see consensus 2021e EPS down c10% based on the guidance, and a 5%+ negative share price reaction today.H. Lundbeck develops, produces and markets drugs for treating diseases of the central nervous system. Products include antidepressants for the treatment of depression, panic disorder, and prevention of relapse/recurrence. Antipsychotic products for psychotic disorders; schizophrenia, anxiety, restlessness and insomnia; treatment of psychotic disorders; acute psychotic episodes, exacerbation of psychotic disorders. Co.'s products inclue Cipralex®/Lexapro® for the treatment of depression and anxiety; Ebixa® for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease; Azilect® for the treatment of Parkinson's disease; Xenazine®, Sabril®, Saphris® Sycrest®, Onfi, and other.
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