SIGA Technologies' share price rose modestly by 2.1% following first-quarter results characterized by minimal product deliveries and continued operating losses, reflecting the business's inherent revenue variability but no immediate catalyst to drive stronger investor enthusiasm.
- First-quarter product revenues were approximately $3 million, including $1 million from IV TPOXX deliveries to the SNS and $2 million from manufacturing technology transfer reimbursements.
- Research and development revenues totaled about $3 million, contributing to overall revenues.
- The company reported a pretax operating loss of roughly $5 million and a net loss of $3 million for the quarter, with fully diluted loss per share of $0.05.
- Strong liquidity remains a highlight, with cash of approximately $146 million and no debt as of quarter-end.
- A special cash dividend of $0.60 per share was declared and subsequently paid in April, reflecting prudent capital management amid steady government contract progress and efforts to grow international sales.
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