Biggest changeResearch and Development Expense The research and development expense metrics for the year ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Year Ended March 31, (In thousands, except for percentages) 2024 2023 $ Change % Change Research and Development Expense $ 1,871 $ 207 $ 1,664 804% Research and Development Expense as a % of Revenues 15% 2% Increases in research and development expenses for the year ended March 31, 2024 of $1,664,000 was primarily due to increased product development and expanded regulatory efforts in the U.S. and Europe to support new product releases. 39 Selling, General and Administrative Expense The selling, general and administrative expense metrics for the years ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Year Ended March 31, (In thousands, except for percentages) 2024 2023 Change % Change Selling, General and Administrative Expense $ 7,575 $ 8,840 $ (1,265 ) (14% ) Selling, General and Administrative Expense as a % of Revenues 59% 67% The decline in selling, general and administrative expenses for the year ended March 31, 2024 of $1,265,000 was the result of ongoing efforts to contain expenses across all parts of the company.
Biggest changeSelling, General and Administrative Expense The selling, general and administrative expense metrics for the years ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows: Year Ended March 31, (In thousands, except for percentages) 2025 2024 Change % Change Selling, General and Administrative Expense $ 7,361 $ 7,575 $ (214 ) (3% ) Selling, General and Administrative Expense as a % of Revenues 52% 59% The decrease in selling, general and administrative expenses for the year ended March 31, 2025 of $214,000 was the result of ongoing efforts to contain expenses across all parts of the company.
Capital Expenditures We currently forecast capital expenditures in order to execute on our business plan and maintain growth; however, the actual amount and timing of such capital expenditures will ultimately be determined by the volume of business. We currently do not anticipate that a material amount will be purchased for the year ended March 31, 2025.
Capital Expenditures We currently forecast capital expenditures in order to execute on our business plan and maintain growth; however, the actual amount and timing of such capital expenditures will ultimately be determined by the volume of business. We currently do not anticipate that a material amount will be purchased for the year ended March 31, 2026.
Management believes that we have access to capital resources through possible public or private equity offerings, debt financings, corporate collaborations or other means; however, we cannot provide any assurance that new financing will be available on commercially acceptable terms, if at all. If the economic climate in the U.S. deteriorates, our ability to raise additional capital could be negatively impacted.
We believe that we have access to additional capital resources through possible public or private equity offerings, debt financings, corporate collaborations or other means; however, we cannot provide any assurance that new financings will be available on commercially acceptable terms, if needed. If the economic climate in the U.S. deteriorates, our ability to raise additional capital could be negatively impacted.
Net cash provided by financing activities for the year ended March 31, 2024 was $1,676,000 primarily related to proceeds of $1,784,000 from the sale of common stock.
Net cash provided by financing activities for the year ended March 31, 2025 was $3,030,000, primarily related to proceeds of $3,079,000 from the sale of common stock. Net cash provided by financing activities for the year ended March 31, 2024 was $1,676,000, primarily related to proceeds of $1,784,000 from the sale of common stock.
Net cash used in investing activities for the year ended March 31, 2024 was $2,000, primarily related to the purchase of capital property and equipment. 41 Net cash used in investing activities for the year ended March 31, 2023 was $258,000, primarily related to the purchase of capital property and equipment.
Net cash used in investing activities for the year ended March 31, 2025 was $80,000, primarily related to the purchase of capital property and equipment. Net cash used in investing activities for the year ended March 31, 2024 was $2,000, primarily related to the purchase of capital property and equipment.
The increase in Europe revenue for the year ended March 31, 2024 of $730,000 was the result of a general increase in demand for our products and, more specifically, an increase in demand for our wound care products from our customer in Poland due to recent world events.
The increase in Europe revenue for the year ended March 31, 2025 of $742,000 was the result of a general increase in demand for our products and, more specifically, an increase in demand for our wound care products due to recent world events.
At March 31, 2024 and 2023, our accumulated deficit amounted to $194,349,000 and $189,514,000, respectively. As of March 31, 2024 and 2023, we had cash and cash equivalents of $3,128,000 and $3,820,000, respectively. Since our inception, substantially all of our operations have been financed through sales of equity securities.
At March 31, 2025 and 2024, our accumulated deficit amounted to $197,806,000 and $194,349,000, respectively. As of March 31, 2025 and 2024, we had cash and cash equivalents of $5,374,000 and $3,128,000, respectively. Since our inception, substantially all of our operations have been financed through sales of equity securities.
Net Loss The following table provides the net loss for each period along with the computation of basic and diluted net loss per share: For the Year Ended March 31, (In thousands, except per share data) 2024 2023 Net loss $ (4,835 ) $ (5,151 ) Weighted-average shares outstanding: basic and diluted 9,090 3,394 Net loss per share: basic and diluted $ (0.53 ) $ (1.52 ) 40 Liquidity and Capital Resources We reported a net loss of $4,835,000 and $5,151,000 for the years ended March 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Net Loss The following table provides the net loss for each period along with the computation of basic and diluted net loss per share: For the Year Ended March 31, (In thousands, except per share data) 2025 2024 Net loss $ (3,457 ) $ (4,835 ) Weighted-average shares outstanding: basic and diluted 1,241 455 Net loss per share: basic and diluted $ (2.79 ) $ (10.63 ) Liquidity and Capital Resources We reported a net loss of $3,457,000 and $4,835,000 for the years ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
The following table presents a summary of our consolidated cash flows for operating, investing and financing activities for the years ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 as well balances of cash and cash equivalents and working capital: Year ended March 31, (In thousands) 2024 2023 Net cash provided by (used in): Operating activities $ (2,398 ) $ (6,152 ) Investing activities (2 ) (258 ) Financing activities 1,676 2,489 Effect of exchange rates on cash 32 345 Net change in cash and cash equivalents (692 ) (3,576 ) Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of the period 3,820 7,396 Cash and cash equivalents, end of the period $ 3,128 $ 3,820 Working capital (1) , end of period $ 8,829 $ 10,081 (1) Defined as current assets minus current liabilities.
The following table presents a summary of our consolidated cash flows for operating, investing and financing activities for the years ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 as well as balances of cash and cash equivalents and working capital: Year ended March 31, (In thousands) 2025 2024 Net cash provided by (used in): Operating activities $ (88 ) $ (2,398 ) Investing activities (80 ) (2 ) Financing activities 3,030 1,676 Effect of exchange rates on cash (616 ) 32 Net change in cash and cash equivalents 2,246 (692 ) Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of the period 3,128 3,820 Cash and cash equivalents, end of the period $ 5,374 $ 3,128 Working capital (1) , end of period $ 8,552 $ 8,829 (1) Defined as current assets minus current liabilities. 41 As of March 31, 2025 and 2024, we had cash and cash equivalents of $5,374,000 and $3,128,000, respectively.
These customers may not consistently purchase our products at a particular rate over any subsequent period. We are exposed to risk from decline in foreign currency for both the Euro and the Mexico Peso versus the US dollar. Most recently there has been a sharp decline in the Euro versus the U.S. Dollar which has impacted our financial results.
These customers may not consistently purchase our products at a particular rate over any subsequent period. We are exposed to risk from foreign currency devaluation for both the Mexico Peso and the Euro versus the US dollar.
We also closely monitor overall economic conditions and consumer sentiment and the prospect of a recession in the United States which may impact our financial results. 42 Use of Estimates The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent liabilities at the dates of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods.
Use of Estimates The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent liabilities at the dates of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods.
These measures could cause significant delays in our continued efforts to commercialize our products, which is critical to the realization of our business plan and our future operations. These matters raise substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.
These measures could cause significant delays in our continued efforts to commercialize our products, which is critical to the realization of our plan and future operations.
Since April 1, 2023, substantially all of our operations have been financed through cash on hand and the following transactions: · Proceeds of $1,446,000, net of offering expenses, from the sale of common stock on October 26, 2023. · Proceeds of $343,000, net of offering expenses, from the sale of common stock on January 11, 2024.
Since April 1, 2024, substantially all of our operations have been financed through cash on hand and proceeds of $3,079,000, net of offering expenses, from the sale of common stock during the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025.
We base our estimates and judgments on a variety of factors including our historical experience, knowledge of our business and industry, current and expected economic conditions, the attributes of our products, the regulatory environment, and in certain cases, the results of outside appraisals.
Areas in which we exercise significant judgment include, but are not necessarily limited to, our valuation of accounts receivable, inventory, income taxes, and equity transactions (compensatory and financing). 38 We base our estimates and judgments on a variety of factors including our historical experience, knowledge of our business and industry, current and expected economic conditions, the attributes of our products, the regulatory environment, and in certain cases, the results of outside appraisals.
Results of Continuing Operations Comparison of the Year Ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 Revenue The following table shows our consolidated total revenue and revenue by geographic region for the year ended March 31, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended March 31, (In thousands) 2024 2023 $ Change % Change United States $ 3,058 $ 3,428 $ (370 ) (11% ) Europe 4,781 4,051 730 18% Asia 2,298 2,451 (153 ) (6% ) Latin America 1,726 2,383 (657 ) (28% ) Rest of the World 872 959 (87 ) (9% ) Total $ 12,735 $ 13,272 $ (537 ) (4% ) 38 The decrease in United States revenue of $370,000 for the year ended March 31, 2024, was primarily the result of fluctuations in over-the-counter animal health care sales.
Results of Continuing Operations Comparison of the Year Ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 Revenue The following table shows our consolidated total revenue and revenue by geographic region for the year ended March 31, 2025 and 2024: Year Ended March 31, (In thousands, except for percentages) 2025 2024 $ Change % Change United States $ 2,611 $ 3,058 $ (447 ) (15% ) Europe 5,523 4,781 742 16% Asia 2,317 2,298 19 1% Latin America 2,962 1,726 1,236 72% Rest of the World 875 872 3 0% Total $ 14,288 $ 12,735 $ 1,553 12% The decrease in United States revenue of $447,000 for the year ended March 31, 2025, was primarily the result of fluctuations in demand for over-the-counter animal health care products.
The decrease in Rest of World revenue for the year ended March 31, 2024 of $87,000 was primarily due to timing of customer orders.
The increase in Asia revenue of $19,000 for the year ended March 31, 2025 was primarily due to timing of customer orders. The increase in Latin America revenue for the year ended March 31, 2025 of $1,236,000 was primarily due to an increase in manufacturing orders.
Actual results could differ from these estimates. Significant estimates and assumptions include reserves and write-downs related to receivables and inventories, the recoverability of long-lived assets, the valuation allowance related to our deferred tax assets, valuation of equity and derivative instruments, debt discounts, valuation of investments and the estimated amortization periods of upfront product licensing fees received from customers.
Actual results could differ from these estimates. Significant estimates and assumptions include reserves and write-downs related to receivables and inventories, the valuation allowance relating to the Company’s deferred tax assets, and the valuation of equity.. Periodically, the Company evaluates and adjusts estimates accordingly.
Cost of Revenue and Gross Profit The cost of revenue and gross profit metrics for the year ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Year Ended March 31, (In thousands, except for percentages) 2024 2023 $ Change % Change Cost of Revenues $ 7,990 $ 8,795 $ (805 ) (9% ) Cost of Revenue as a % of Revenues 63% 66% Gross Profit $ 4,745 $ 4,477 $ 268 6% Gross Profit as a % of Revenues 37% 34% The increase in gross profit margin of $268,000 for the year ended March 31, 2024, as compared to the prior year, was primarily due to overall product mix, redeployment of labor to research and development projects in the current year and higher costs of materials and transportation in the prior year.
The increase in Rest of World revenue for the year ended March 31, 2025 of $3,000 was primarily due to timing of customer orders. 39 Cost of Revenue and Gross Profit The cost of revenue and gross profit metrics for the year ended March 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows: Year Ended March 31, (In thousands, except for percentages) 2025 2024 $ Change % Change Cost of Revenues $ 8,823 $ 7,990 $ 883 10% Cost of Revenue as a % of Revenues 62% 63% Gross Profit $ 5,465 $ 4,745 $ 720 15% Gross Profit as a % of Revenues 38% 37% The gross profit margin of 38% for the year ended March 31, 2025 was consistent with the prior year.
Other Expense, net Other expense, net for the year ended March 31, 2024 was $330,000 compared to $614,000 for the year ended March 31, 2023. The changes in other expense, net primarily relate to exchange rate fluctuations. Income Tax Benefit Income tax benefit for the year ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 was $196,000 and $33,000, respectively.
Other Income (Expense), net Other income (expense), net for the year ended March 31, 2025 was $803,000 compared to $(330,000) for the year ended March 31, 2024. The change in other income (expense), net primarily relates to exchange rate fluctuations and to a lesser extent income of $245,000 for employee retention credits approved from calendar year 2020.
We face a substantial Mexico tax liability, intercompany debt, unpaid technical assistance charges and accrued interest. These amounts are due in 2027. At this time, management believes there are sufficient assets on the balance sheet to more than cover any tax obligation without interrupting the Company’s operations or business.
At this time, management believes there are sufficient assets on the balance sheet to cover any tax obligation without interrupting our operations or business. We have engaged tax professionals to review all options to limit our exposure to these amounts and to proceed in a manner that is most advantageous to us.
Net cash used in operating activities during the year ended March 31, 2023 was $6,152,000, primarily due to net loss of $5,151,000 and a decline in deferred revenue.
Net cash used in operating activities during the year ended March 31, 2025 was $88,000, primarily due to our net loss of $3,457,000, offset by stock compensation of $224,000, a decrease in accounts receivable of $434,000, a decrease in prepaid expenses of $1,086,000 and an increase in accounts payable of $416,000.