ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and related notes, which appear elsewhere in this Report. Certain percentages presented in this discussion and analysis are calculated from the underlying whole-dollar amounts and therefore may not tie to percentages recalculated from the rounded numbers used for disclosure purposes. The following discussion, analysis, and comparisons generally focus on the operating results for 2024, 2023, and 2022.
LivaNova has elected to omit certain discussions on the earliest of the three years covered in this Report. Refer to Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations located in LivaNova’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed on February 29, 2024, for reference to discussion of 2022, the earliest of the three fiscal years presented.
Description of the Business
LivaNova PLC is a market-leading global medical technology company. The Company designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and sells products and therapies that are consistent with LivaNova’s mission to provide hope for patients and their families through medical technologies, delivering life-changing solutions in select neurological and cardiac conditions. LivaNova is a public limited company organized under the laws of England and Wales and is headquartered in London, England. LivaNova’s ordinary shares are listed for trading on the Nasdaq under the symbol “LIVN.”
Macroeconomic Environment
The current macroeconomic environment, including FX volatility, inflationary pressures, geopolitical instability, and supply chain challenges, has impacted and may continue to impact LivaNova’s business, results of operations, cash flows, and financial condition. Furthermore, LivaNova continues to experience logistical, capacity, and labor constraints. However, to date, the Company’s supply of raw materials and the production and distribution of finished products have not been materially affected. The Company continues to respond to such challenges, and while LivaNova has business continuity plans in place, the impact of the ongoing challenges the Company is navigating, along with their potential escalation, may adversely affect its business. For further discussion on these macroeconomic pressures and potential implications, refer to “Item 1A. Risk Factors” of this Report.
Cybersecurity Incident
As previously disclosed, in November 2023, LivaNova detected a cybersecurity incident that resulted in a disruption of portions of the Company’s information technology systems. Promptly after detecting the issue, LivaNova began an investigation with assistance from external cybersecurity experts and coordinated with law enforcement. The Company implemented remediation measures to mitigate the impact of the incident. The Company also assessed the nature and scope of the affected data, analyzed its statutory notification obligations, and notified affected individuals and regulators as required by applicable law. For further discussion on legal and regulatory developments, refer to “Note 11. Commitments and Contingencies” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements in this Report. The incident has been contained, and the Company’s mitigation efforts are considered complete.
Through December 31, 2024, LivaNova incurred direct costs totaling $11.6 million in connection with this cybersecurity incident, including $9.0 million and $2.6 million during the twelve months ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. The total incurred direct costs primarily included external cybersecurity expert and legal fees, system restoration costs, and a $1.2 million provision related to the class action settlement, and do not include business interruption losses. The Company expects to incur additional costs related to this incident in the future. For further discussion on legal and regulatory developments, refer to “Note 11. Commitments and Contingencies” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements in this Report. LivaNova maintains insurance, including cyber insurance, which is subject to certain retentions and policy limitations that will likely limit the amount that the insurers may reimburse the Company. LivaNova has filed claims for insurance reimbursement of covered costs and business interruption losses related to this incident and has submitted additional claims and supplemental requests for reimbursement as new costs have been incurred. During 2024, LivaNova received $8.4 million, including $5.1 million in reimbursement of covered costs and $3.3 million in reimbursement of business interruption losses under the Company’s cyber insurance policy. The Company’s insurance coverage may be insufficient to cover all costs and expenses related to this cybersecurity incident or may be unavailable to cover all costs and expenses related to this cybersecurity incident.
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Business Segments
LivaNova identifies operating segments based on how it manages, evaluates, and internally reports its business activities to allocate resources, develop, and execute its strategy and assess performance. Prior to 2024, LivaNova operated through three segments: Cardiopulmonary, Neuromodulation, and ACS. During the first quarter of 2024, the Company reorganized its operating and reporting structure upon initiating the 2024 Restructuring Plan. This involved transitioning all ACS standalone cannulae and accessories, including ProtekDuo and transseptal (TandemHeart) cannulae, into its Cardiopulmonary segment. Operations for other ACS products, including LifeSPARC and Hemolung systems, were discontinued in 2024. For additional information, refer to “Note 4. Restructuring” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements in this Report. This restructuring, along with changes in how the Company’s CODM regularly reviews information, allocates resources, and assesses performance, resulted in modifications to LivaNova’s reportable segments. Specifically, LivaNova’s former ACS segment is now included in “Other,” excluding the ACS standalone cannulae and accessories business, which is now included in the Cardiopulmonary reportable segment. As a result, LivaNova now has two reportable segments: Cardiopulmonary and Neuromodulation. The segment financial information presented herein reflects these changes for all periods presented. For additional information regarding LivaNova’s reportable segments, historical financial information, and its methodology for the presentation of financial results, refer to the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes of this Report.
Cardiopulmonary
LivaNova’s Cardiopulmonary segment is engaged in the design, development, manufacture, marketing, and sale of cardiopulmonary products, including HLMs, oxygenators, autotransfusion systems, perfusion tubing systems, cannulae, and other related accessories. In particular, the Cardiopulmonary segment includes the Essenz Perfusion System, the Company’s next-generation HLM with an embedded patient monitor for tailored patient care strategies and sensing technology for data-driven decision-making during CPB procedures.
Information on the Cardiopulmonary segment that could potentially impact LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements and related disclosures is incorporated by reference to “Note 11. Commitments and Contingencies: Product Liability Litigation” in the consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
Neuromodulation
LivaNova’s Neuromodulation segment is engaged in the design, development, manufacture, marketing, and sale of devices that deliver neuromodulation therapy for treating DRE and DTD. LivaNova’s principal Neuromodulation product, the VNS Therapy System, consists of an implantable pulse generator and connective lead that stimulates the vagus nerve, surgical equipment to assist with the implant procedure, and equipment and instruction manuals that enable a treating physician to set parameters for a patient’s pulse generator. The lead does not need to be removed to replace a generator with a depleted battery. The Neuromodulation segment is also engaged in the development and management of clinical testing for LivaNova’s aura6000 System for treating OSA. The aura6000 device stimulates the hypoglossal nerve, which engages specific tongue and palate muscles to open the airway while a patient sleeps. LivaNova’s Neuromodulation segment also includes costs associated with the Company’s former heart failure program, which the Company wound down during 2023.
Epilepsy
LivaNova continues to make investments in R&D focused on improving the VNS Therapy System with an enhanced pulse generator, lead, and programming software, and LivaNova is developing new products that provide additional features and functionality. LivaNova also supports studies for the Company’s product development efforts and to build clinical evidence for the VNS Therapy System.
Peer reviewed evidence published in 2021 and 2022 continues to confirm the safety, efficacy, and cost effectiveness of VNS Therapy in both the adult and pediatric patient populations. In January 2022, the Journal of Neurology published a meta-analysis and systematic review that demonstrated the benefits of VNS Therapy in adults with DRE and improvements in seizure frequency without an increase in the rate of serious adverse events or discontinuations for that population. These data further support consideration of VNS Therapy for people who are not responding to ASMs and those unsuitable or unwilling to undergo surgery.
Depression and Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Discussions of Depression and Obstructive Sleep Apnea are incorporated by reference to the sections titled “Depression” and “Obstructive Sleep Apnea,” respectively, included within “Part I, Item 1. Business” in this Report.
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Results of Operations
The following table presents LivaNova’s annual consolidated results of operations (in thousands):
Operating expenses:
Impairment of goodwill — — 129,396
Impairment of long-lived assets — 89,974 —
Loss on debt extinguishment (25,482) — —
Loss from equity method investments (18) (104) (53)
Net Revenue
The following table presents net revenue by operating segment and geographic region (in thousands, except for percentages):
% Change
Cardiopulmonary
Neuromodulation
Totals
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(1)“Europe” includes the UK, Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Belgium, Poland, Sweden, Switzerland, Austria, Norway, Portugal, Finland, and Denmark. Excluding Europe and the U.S., “Rest of World” includes all other countries where LivaNova operates.
(2)“Other Revenue” includes revenue from the Company’s former ACS reportable segment, as discussed above, as well as rental and site services income not allocated to segments.
The following table presents segment income (1) (in thousands, except for percentages):
% Change
(1)For a reconciliation of segment income to consolidated income (loss) before tax, refer to “Note 17. Geographic and Segment Information” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
Cardiopulmonary
Cardiopulmonary net revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024 increased 13.1% to $683.5 million compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, with growth across all regions, driven by strong consumables demand and Essenz Perfusion System sales.
Cardiopulmonary segment income for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $76.8 million, compared to $26.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The increase in segment income was primarily due to an increase in net revenue, as described above, as well as a decrease in the litigation provision related to LivaNova’s 3T Heater-Cooler device of $14.8 million. These increases in segment income were partially offset by increases in sales and marketing and R&D expenses.
Neuromodulation
Neuromodulation net revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024 increased 6.6% to $554.2 million compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, with growth in the Rest of World and U.S. regions, partially offset by a decline in Europe.
Neuromodulation segment income for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $195.3 million compared to $153.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The increase in segment income was primarily due to an increase in net revenue, as described above, as well as a net decrease in R&D expense, primarily associated with the winding down of the Company’s heart failure program of $24.8 million. These increases in segment income were partially offset by an increase in sales and marketing expense to support the increased revenue.
Cost of Sales and Expenses
The following table presents costs and expenses as a percentage of net revenue:
Selling, general, and administrative 42.0 % 44.9 % 45.9 %
Impairment of goodwill — % — % 12.7 %
Impairment of long-lived assets — % 7.8 % — %
Other operating expenses 2.6 % 3.3 % 2.9 %
Cost of Sales
Cost of sales consists primarily of direct labor, allocated manufacturing overhead, and the acquisition of raw materials and components.
Cost of sales as a percentage of net revenue was 30.5% for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of 2.6 percentage points compared to the year ended December 31, 2023. The decrease was primarily due to an inventory obsolescence adjustment of $12.6 million during the year ended December 31, 2023 associated with the wind down of LivaNova’s ACS segment, as well as a decrease in amortization resulting from the impairment of the ACS segment’s developed technology intangible asset in 2023.
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Selling, General, and Administrative Expense
SG&A expenses are comprised of sales, marketing, general, and administrative activities.
SG&A expenses as a percentage of net revenue were 42.0% for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of 2.9 percentage points compared to the year ended December 31, 2023. The decrease was primarily due to a decrease in sales and marketing expenses driven by the winding down of the ACS segment, as described above, as well as favorable volume leverage.
Research and Development Expense
R&D expenses consist of product design and development efforts, clinical study programs, and regulatory activities.
R&D expenses as a percentage of net revenue were 14.6% for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of 2.2 percentage points compared to the year ended December 31, 2023. The decrease was primarily due to a decline in R&D expense of $24.8 million associated with winding down the Company’s heart failure program, which was completed during the fourth quarter of 2023, as well as a decline of $6.3 million associated with winding down the Company’s ACS segment, as described above.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
LivaNova tests goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment on an annual basis on October 1, or when events or changes in circumstances indicate that a potential impairment exists.
On January 5, 2024, the Board of Directors of LivaNova PLC approved the 2024 Restructuring Plan to enhance the Company’s focus on its core Cardiopulmonary and Neuromodulation segments. The main component of the 2024 Restructuring Plan was to wind down the ACS segment, which was substantially completed in 2024. The Company determined that it was more likely than not that the carrying amounts associated with the ACS segment, including the long-lived assets (asset group), may not be recoverable. This was determined to be a triggering event occurring in the fourth quarter of 2023 requiring an impairment assessment, based on certain factors, including the results of an updated long-term financial outlook for the ACS segment. As such, LivaNova recorded impairments of the following long-lived assets during the year ended December 31, 2023 (in thousands):
Intangible assets:
Developed technology $ 78,067
Property, plant, and equipment 3,894
Operating lease assets 896
Other Operating Expenses
Other operating expenses primarily consist of the provision for litigation involving LivaNova’s 3T Heater-Cooler device, the Saluggia site remediation provision, and restructuring expense.
Other operating expenses as a percentage of net revenue were 2.6% for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of 0.7 percentage points compared to the year ended December 31, 2023. The decrease was primarily due to a decrease in the amount recorded for the litigation provision related to LivaNova’s 3T Heater-Cooler device of $14.8 million and a decrease in the amount recorded for the Saluggia site decommissioning provision of $2.3 million. These decreases were partially offset by an increase in restructuring expense of $12.4 million resulting from the 2024 Restructuring Plan. For additional information, refer to “Note 4. Restructuring” and “Note 11. Commitments and Contingencies” in the consolidated financial statements in this Report.
Interest Expense
LivaNova incurred interest expense of $63.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $58.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. The increase was primarily due to increases in average borrowings and the amortization of debt issuance costs.
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Loss on Debt Extinguishment
In connection with the 2025 Notes Repurchase Transaction, during the year ended December 31, 2024, LivaNova incurred a loss on debt extinguishment of $25.5 million. For additional information, refer to “Note 9. Financing Arrangements” in the consolidated financial statements in this Report.
Foreign Exchange and Other Income/(Expense)
Foreign exchange and other income/(expense) consists primarily of gains and losses arising from transactions denominated in a currency different from an entity’s functional currency, FX derivative gains and losses, interest income, changes in the fair value of embedded and capped call derivatives, and gains and losses associated with LivaNova’s investments.
Foreign exchange and other income/(expense) was income of $47.8 million and $46.1 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. For further details, refer to “Note 18. Supplemental Financial Information” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
Income Taxes
LivaNova PLC is resident in the UK. LivaNova’s effective income tax rate fluctuates based on, among other factors, changes in pre-tax income in countries with varying statutory tax rates, valuation allowances, tax credits and incentives, unrecognized tax benefits associated with uncertain tax positions, and tax laws. LivaNova’s tax returns are periodically audited or subjected to review by tax authorities. The Company operates in multiple jurisdictions worldwide and assesses the recoverability of its deferred tax assets for each period and jurisdiction by considering whether it is more likely than not that all or a portion of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The Company considers all available evidence (both positive and negative) in determining whether a valuation allowance is required.
LivaNova’s effective income tax rate was 28.4% and 121.7% for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Compared with the year ended December 31, 2023, the change in the effective tax rate for 2024 was primarily attributable to changes in the mix of taxable income in various jurisdictions, non-deductible interest and premiums, and changes in tax valuation allowances. For additional information, please refer to “Note 15. Income Taxes” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
Critical Accounting Estimates
LivaNova has adopted various accounting policies to prepare the consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The Company’s most significant accounting policies are disclosed in “Note 2. Basis of Presentation, Use of Accounting Estimates, and Significant Accounting Policies” and “Note 3. Revenue Recognition” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
To prepare LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP, management makes estimates and assumptions that may affect the reported amounts of the Company’s assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent liabilities as of the date of its consolidated financial statements, and the reported amounts of its revenue and expenses during the reporting period. LivaNova’s actual results may differ from these estimates. LivaNova considers estimates to be critical if the Company is required to make assumptions about material matters that are uncertain at the time of estimation, or if materially different estimates could have been made or it is reasonably likely that the accounting estimate may change from period to period. The following are areas requiring management’s judgment that LivaNova considers critical:
Goodwill and Long-Lived Assets
LivaNova allocates the purchase price consideration of an acquisition to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their fair values at the date of acquisition, including property, plant, and equipment; inventories; accounts receivable; long-term debt; and identifiable intangible assets which either arise from a contractual or legal right or are separable from goodwill. LivaNova allocates any excess purchase price over the fair value of the net tangible and identifiable intangible assets acquired to goodwill. LivaNova bases the fair value of identifiable intangible assets acquired in a business combination, including IPR&D, on valuations that use information and assumptions provided by management, which consider management’s best estimates of inputs and assumptions that a market participant would use.
Intangible assets shown on the consolidated balance sheets consist of finite-lived and indefinite-lived assets expected to generate future economic benefits and are recorded at their respective fair values as of their acquisition date. Finite-lived intangible assets consist primarily of developed technology and technical capabilities, including patents, related know-how and licensed patent rights, trade names, and customer relationships. Customer relationships consist of relationships with hospitals and surgeons in the countries where LivaNova operates. Indefinite-lived intangible assets other than goodwill are composed of IPR&D assets acquired in acquisitions.
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Each reporting period, LivaNova determines whether there are circumstances that warrant an evaluation of the carrying amounts of LivaNova’s property and equipment and its finite-lived intangible assets to determine whether such carrying amounts continue to be recoverable. Such changes in circumstance may include, among other items, an expectation of a sale or disposal of a long-lived asset or asset group, adverse changes in market or competitive conditions, an adverse change in legal factors or business climate in the markets in which LivaNova operates, and operating or cash flow losses. Long-lived assets held and used are assessed for possible impairment by comparing their carrying values with their associated undiscounted, future cash flows. In order to calculate the impairment charge, LivaNova generally measures fair value by considering sale prices for similar assets, discounted estimated future cash flows using an appropriate discount rate, and/or estimated replacement cost.
LivaNova estimates the useful lives of its finite-lived intangible assets, which requires significant management judgment, and evaluates its intangible assets each reporting period to determine whether events and circumstances indicate a different useful life.
LivaNova evaluates the goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment annually on October 1st and whenever other facts and circumstances indicate that the carrying amounts of goodwill and other indefinite-lived intangible assets may not be recoverable. Estimating the fair value of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets requires various assumptions, including revenue growth rates and discount rates. LivaNova performed a quantitative goodwill impairment assessment for its Cardiopulmonary and Neuromodulation reporting units as of October 1, 2024, including sensitivity analyses of key assumptions. The assessment was conducted using management’s current estimate of future cash flows. LivaNova concluded that the fair value of its Cardiopulmonary and Neuromodulation reporting units exceeded the carrying value of the respective reporting units and were, therefore, not impaired on the October 1, 2024 test date.
Income Taxes
LivaNova is a UK corporation and operates through the Company’s various subsidiaries in a number of countries throughout the world. LivaNova’s provision for income taxes is based on the tax laws and rates applicable in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates and earns income. LivaNova uses significant judgment and estimates in accounting for the Company’s income taxes. The Company recognizes deferred tax assets and liabilities for the anticipated future tax effects of temporary differences between the financial statements basis and the tax basis of LivaNova’s assets and liabilities, which are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled.
LivaNova files federal and local tax returns in many jurisdictions throughout the world and is subject to income tax examinations for its fiscal year 2019 and subsequent years, with certain exceptions. While LivaNova believes that its tax return positions are fully supported, tax authorities may disagree with certain positions the Company has taken and assess additional taxes, and, as a result, LivaNova may establish reserves for uncertain tax positions, which require a significant degree of management judgment. LivaNova regularly assesses the likely outcomes of its tax positions to determine the appropriateness of the Company’s reserves; however, the actual outcome of an audit can be significantly different from LivaNova’s expectations, which could have a material impact on the Company’s tax provision. The Company has accrued $15.2 million, of which $14.1 million is unrecognized tax benefit, as of December 31, 2024.
LivaNova periodically assesses the recoverability of its deferred tax assets by considering whether it is more likely than not that some or all of the actual benefit of those assets will be realized. To the extent that realization does not meet the “more-likely-than-not” criterion, the Company establishes a valuation allowance. LivaNova periodically reviews the adequacy and necessity of the valuation allowance by considering significant positive and negative evidence relative to its ability to recover deferred tax assets and to determine the timing and amount of valuation allowance that should be released. This evidence includes: profitability in the most recent quarters; internal profitability forecasts for the current and next two future years; the amount of deferred tax asset relative to estimated profitability; the potential effects on future profitability from increasing competition, healthcare reforms, and overall economic conditions; limitations and potential limitations on the use of LivaNova’s net operating losses due to ownership changes, pursuant to IRC Section 382; and the implementation of prudent and feasible tax planning strategies, if any. For additional information, please refer to “Note 15. Income Taxes” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
Legal and Other Contingencies
Provisions for legal contingencies are recognized when the Company determines it is probable that a loss has been incurred and the amount is reasonably estimable, the determination of which requires significant judgment. Estimates are used in assessing the likelihood of a loss being incurred and when determining a reasonable estimate of the loss for each claim. Final settlement
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amounts may be materially different from the provision recorded. For additional information, please refer to “Note 11. Commitments and Contingencies” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
Contingent Consideration Liabilities
Contingent consideration liabilities result from acquisition agreements that include potential future payment of consideration that is contingent upon the achievement of performance milestones and/or sales-based earnouts. Contingent consideration liabilities are measured at fair value each reporting period, the determination of which requires significant judgments and estimates. The fair value of contingent consideration is determined based on the consideration expected to be transferred based on estimated future cash flows of the acquired business, discounted to present value in accordance with accepted valuation methodologies. For additional information, please refer to “Note 8. Fair Value Measurements” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
Embedded and Capped Call Derivatives
In June 2020 and March 2024, the Company issued the 2025 Notes and 2029 Notes, respectively, and entered into related capped call transactions. The 2025 Notes and 2029 Notes include embedded derivatives that are bifurcated from the 2025 Notes and 2029 Notes. The embedded derivatives are measured at fair value using a binomial lattice model and estimated discounted cash flows that utilize observable and unobservable market data. The capped call derivatives are measured at fair value using the Black-Scholes model utilizing observable and unobservable market data, including stock price, remaining contractual term, expected volatility, risk-free interest rate, and expected dividend yield, as applicable. The Company uses historical volatility and implied volatility from options traded to determine expected stock price volatility, which is an unobservable input that is significant to the valuations. For additional information, please refer to “Note 8. Fair Value Measurements” and “Note 9. Financing Arrangements” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
New Accounting Pronouncements
For a discussion of new accounting standards and disclosure requirements, please refer to “Note 19. New Accounting Pronouncements” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Based on LivaNova’s current business plan, the Company believes that its sources of liquidity, which primarily consist of cash and cash equivalents, future cash generated from operations, and available borrowings under its revolving credit facility, will be sufficient to fund its uses of liquidity, primarily consisting of day-to-day operating expenses, working capital, capital expenditures, acquisition earnouts, and debt service requirements over the twelve-month period beginning from the issuance date of this Report. From time to time, LivaNova may access debt and/or equity markets to optimize its capital structure, raise additional capital, or increase liquidity, as necessary. LivaNova’s liquidity could be adversely affected by the factors affecting future operating results, including those referred to in “Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors” above and by the contingencies referred to in “Note 11. Commitments and Contingencies” in LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements in this Report.
LivaNova’s operating and working capital obligations primarily consist of liabilities arising from the normal course of business, including inventory supply contracts, the future settlement of derivative instruments, and future payments of operating leases, as well as contingent consideration arrangements resulting from acquisitions and obligations associated with legal and other accruals.
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The following table presents selected financial information related to LivaNova’s liquidity (in thousands):
December 31,
Available Short-term Liquidity
Working Capital
Debt Obligations
Current portion of long-term debt $ 77,339 $ 17,484
Short-term unsecured borrowing arrangements 665 627
Debt and Capital
LivaNova’s capital structure consists of debt and equity. As of December 31, 2024, LivaNova’s total debt of $627.6 million was 47.5% of its total equity of $1,320.3 million. As of December 31, 2023, LivaNova’s total debt of $586.7 million was 45.9% of its total equity of $1,277.6 million.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, LivaNova received $335.5 million in proceeds from the issuance of long-term debt and repaid $247.5 million in long-term debt.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, LivaNova received $50.0 million in proceeds from the issuance of long-term debt and repaid $21.6 million in long-term debt.
On March 8, 2024, LivaNova and LivaNova USA entered into Incremental Facility Amendment No. 3, which provides for LivaNova USA to obtain revolving commitments in an aggregate principal amount of $225.0 million. For additional information, refer to “Note 9. Financing Arrangements” in the consolidated financial statements in this Report.
On March 8, 2024, LivaNova issued $345.0 million aggregate principal amount of 2.50% notes due 2029. The 2029 Notes are senior unsecured obligations of the Company. In connection with pricing the 2029 Notes, the Company entered into privately-negotiated capped call transactions with certain financial institutions. The Company used part of the proceeds from the issuance of the 2029 Notes to repurchase $230.0 million aggregate principal amount of the 2025 Notes in privately-negotiated transactions for an aggregate cash repurchase consideration of $270.5 million. Contemporaneously with the 2025 Notes Repurchase Transaction, the Company and the financial institutions party to the 2025 Capped Calls agreed to terminate a portion of the 2025 Capped Calls in a notional amount corresponding to the amount of 2025 Notes repurchased.
For additional information on LivaNova’s debt obligations and Capped Call Transactions, refer to “Note 7. Derivatives and Risk Management” and “Note 9. Financing Arrangements” in the consolidated financial statements in this Report.
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Cash Flows
The following table presents net cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash provided by (used in) operating, investing, and financing activities and the net increase in the balance of cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash (in thousands):
Operating Activities
Cash provided by operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2024 increased $108.1 million, compared to the prior year, primarily due to (i) an increase in net income adjusted for non-cash items of $72.2 million, (ii) an increase in customer collections, (iii) reduced cash outflows for inventories, and (iv) a decrease in 3T Heater-Cooler litigation settlement payments of $36.2 million.
Investing Activities
Cash used in investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2024 increased $7.8 million, compared to the prior year, primarily due to an increase in purchases of property, plant, and equipment of $12.1 million primarily related to purchases and development of internal-use software, partially offset by a decrease in purchases of equity investments of $5.4 million.
Financing Activities
Cash provided by financing activities during the year ended December 31, 2024 decreased $2.9 million, compared to the prior year, primarily due to payment of the ALung contingent consideration arrangement of $13.8 million during the year ended December 31, 2024, partially offset by an increase in proceeds from net debt borrowings and repayments of $5.7 million.
Market Risk
LivaNova is exposed to certain market risks as part of its ongoing business operations, including risks from foreign currency exchange rates, interest rate risks, and concentration of procurement suppliers that could adversely affect LivaNova’s consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows. The Company manages these risks through regular operating and financing activities and, at certain times, derivative financial instruments.
Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Risk
Due to the global nature of LivaNova’s operations, the Company is exposed to FX fluctuations. Historically, LivaNova has maintained a foreign currency exchange rate risk management strategy that utilizes cash flow hedges and freestanding foreign currency derivatives to reduce the Company’s exposure to unanticipated fluctuations in forecasted revenue and costs, inter-company debt, bank deposits, accounts receivable, and accounts payable caused by changes in foreign currency exchange rates. Upon the settlement of LivaNova’s foreign currency cash flow hedges in the fourth quarter of 2022 and following an in-depth analysis of the utility of the Company’s cash flow hedging program, LivaNova discontinued its foreign currency cash flow hedging program. LivaNova continues to use freestanding derivative forward contracts to offset exposure to the variability of the value associated with assets and liabilities denominated in a foreign currency.
LivaNova mitigates its credit risk relating to counterparties of its derivatives through a variety of techniques, including transacting with multiple, high-quality financial institutions, thereby limiting the Company’s exposure to individual counterparties and by entering into ISDA Master Agreements, which include provisions for a legally enforceable master netting agreement, with almost all of LivaNova’s derivative counterparties. The terms of the ISDA agreements may also include credit support requirements, cross-default provisions, termination events, and set-off provisions. Legally enforceable master netting agreements reduce credit risk by providing protection in bankruptcy in certain circumstances and generally permitting the closeout and netting of transactions with the same counterparty upon the occurrence of certain events.
Interest Rate Risk
LivaNova is subject to interest rate risk on its investments and debt. Historically, LivaNova has entered into interest rate derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges to manage the exposure to interest rate movements and to reduce the risk of increased borrowing costs by converting floating-rate debt into fixed-rate debt. Under these agreements, LivaNova agrees to
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exchange, at specified intervals, the difference between fixed and floating interest amounts calculated by reference to agreed-upon notional principal amounts. These interest rate swaps are structured to mirror the payment terms of the underlying loan. The Company’s outstanding interest rate swaps expired on April 6, 2023. LivaNova elected not to renew the interest rate swaps. Interest expense associated with the Initial Term Facility is principally offset by holding proceeds from the Term Facilities in a depository account, which earns a floating rate of interest.
If interest rates associated with LivaNova’s variable-rate financing arrangements as of December 31, 2024 were to increase/(decrease) by 100 basis points, the effect on interest expense within LivaNova’s consolidated statements of income (loss) would be an increase/(decrease) of $3.2 million, respectively, offset by an increase/(decrease) in interest income from amounts held in variable-rate depository accounts.
Concentration of Credit Risk
LivaNova’s trade accounts receivable represents potential concentrations of credit risk. This risk is limited due to the large number of customers and their dispersion across a number of geographic areas, as well as LivaNova’s efforts to control its exposure to credit risk by monitoring its receivables and the use of credit approvals and credit limits. In addition, LivaNova has historically had strong collections and minimal write-offs. While LivaNova believes that its reserves for credit losses are adequate, essentially all of the Company’s trade receivables are concentrated in the hospital and healthcare sectors worldwide, and accordingly, LivaNova is exposed to their respective business, economic, and country-specific variables. Although LivaNova does not currently foresee a concentrated credit risk associated with these receivables, repayment is dependent on the financial stability of these industry sectors and the respective countries’ national economies and healthcare systems.
Factors Affecting Future Operating Results and Share Price
The material factors affecting LivaNova’s future operating results and share prices are disclosed in “Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors” of this Report.
ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
The information required under 7A. has been incorporated by reference to the information contained in “Part II, Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of this Report under the section entitled “Market Risk.”
ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
LivaNova’s audited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in “Part IV, Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules” of this Report, beginning on page F-1 of this Report, are incorporated herein by reference.
ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
None.
ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Disclosure Controls and Procedures
LivaNova maintains a system of disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) of the Exchange Act. The disclosure controls and procedures are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the Company’s reports filed under the Exchange Act is (i) recorded, processed, summarized, and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms and (ii) accumulated and communicated to management, including LivaNova’s CEO and CFO, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. Any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives.
Applicable SEC rules require an evaluation of the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures. LivaNova’s management, under the supervision and with the participation of the Company’s CEO and CFO, evaluated the effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this Report. Based on that evaluation, LivaNova’s CEO and CFO concluded that, as of December 31, 2024, the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective to accomplish their objectives at the reasonable assurance level.
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Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
LivaNova’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting as defined in Rule 13a-15(f) under the Exchange Act. Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
Management assessed the effectiveness of LivaNova’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024 using the criteria set forth in the Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on this assessment, LivaNova concluded that the Company’s internal control over financial reporting was effective as of December 31, 2024.
LivaNova’s independent registered public accounting firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, has audited the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024, as stated in their report which is included herein.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
There have been no changes in LivaNova’s internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the quarter ended December 31, 2024 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, LivaNova’s internal control over financial reporting.
ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION
During the three months ended December 31, 2024, none of the Company’s directors or officers (as defined in Rule 16a-1(f) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934) adopted, terminated, or modified a Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement or non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement (as such terms are defined in Item 408 of Regulation S-K of the Securities Act).
ITEM 9C. DISCLOSURE REGARDING FOREIGN JURISDICTIONS THAT PREVENT INSPECTIONS
Not applicable.
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PART III
ITEM 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
The information required for this Item 10 is incorporated by reference from LivaNova’s 2025 Proxy Statement, which the Company anticipates filing within 120 days of December 31, 2024.
LivaNova has adopted a Code of Conduct that applies to all employees, officers, and directors of the Company. A copy of the Code of Conduct is publicly available on the Company’s website, www.livanova.com. LivaNova intends to post any amendments to the Code of Conduct or any grant of a waiver from a provision of the Code of Conduct requiring disclosure under applicable SEC rules on the Company’s website.
ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
The information required for this Item 11 is incorporated by reference from LivaNova’s 2025 Proxy Statement except as to information required pursuant to Item 402(v) of the SEC Regulation S-K relating to pay versus performance. The Company anticipates filing LivaNova’s 2025 Proxy Statement within 120 days of December 31, 2024.
ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
The information required for this Item 12 is incorporated by reference from LivaNova’s 2025 Proxy Statement, which the Company anticipates filing within 120 days of December 31, 2024.
ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE
The information required for this Item 13 is incorporated by reference from LivaNova’s 2025 Proxy Statement, which the Company anticipates filing within 120 days of December 31, 2024.
ITEM 14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING FEES AND SERVICES
The information required for this Item 14 is incorporated by reference from LivaNova’s 2025 Proxy Statement, which the Company anticipates filing within 120 days of December 31, 2024.
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PART IV
ITEM 15. EXHIBITS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
Financial Statements
The Consolidated Financial Statements of LivaNova PLC and its subsidiaries and the Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firms are included in this Report beginning on page F-1:
Description Page
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (PCAOB ID: 238) F-1
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023 F-4
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements F-7
Financial Statement Schedules
All schedules required by Regulation S-X have been omitted as not applicable or not required, or the information required has been included in the notes to the consolidated financial statements.
Index to Exhibits
The exhibits marked with the asterisk symbol (*) are filed or furnished (in the case of Exhibit 32.1) with this Form 10-K. The exhibits marked with the cross symbol (†) are management contracts or compensatory plans or arrangements filed pursuant to Item 601(b)(10)(iii) of Regulation S-K.
ExhibitNumber Description
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ExhibitNumber Description
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ExhibitNumber Description
10.44*† Ahmet Tezel Employment Agreement, dated April 2024
10.45*† Franco Poletti Employment Agreement, dated July 24, 2024
19.1* LivaNova Insider Trading Policy
21.1* List of Subsidiaries of LivaNova PLC
23.1* Consent of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
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ExhibitNumber Description
97.1* LivaNova Incentive Compensation Clawback Policy, adopted July 19, 2023
The agreements and other documents filed as exhibits to this Report are not intended to provide factual information or other disclosure other than the terms of the agreements or other documents themselves, and readers should not rely on them for that purpose. In particular, any representations and warranties made by the Company in these agreements or other documents were made solely within the specific context of the relevant agreement or document and may not describe the actual state of affairs at the date they were made or at any other time.
ITEM 16. FORM 10-K SUMMARY
None.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
LIVANOVA PLC
Date: February 25, 2025 By: /s/ VLADIMIR MAKATSARIA
Vladimir Makatsaria
Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
LIVANOVA PLC
Date: February 25, 2025 By: /s/ ALEX SHVARTSBURG
Alex Shvartsburg
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Accounting and Financial Officer)
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated:
Signature Title Date
Vladimir Makatsaria
Alex Shvartsburg
/s/ WILLIAM A. KOZY Chair of the Board of Directors February 25, 2025
William A. Kozy
/s/ J. CHRISTOPHER BARRY Director February 25, 2025
J. Christopher Barry
/s/ FRANCESCO BIANCHI Director February 25, 2025
Francesco Bianchi
/s/ STACY ENXING SENG Director February 25, 2025
Stacy Enxing Seng
/s/ SHARON O’KANE Director February 25, 2025
Sharon O’Kane, Ph.D.
/s/ SUSAN PODLOGAR Director February 25, 2025
Susan Podlogar
/s/ TODD C. SCHERMERHORN Director February 25, 2025
Todd C. Schermerhorn
/s/ BROOKE STORY Director February 25, 2025
Brooke Story
/s/ PETER M. WILVER Director February 25, 2025
Peter M. Wilver
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Board of Directors and Stockholders of LivaNova PLC
Opinions on the Financial Statements and Internal Control over Financial Reporting
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of LivaNova PLC and its subsidiaries (the "Company") as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, and the related consolidated statements of income (loss), of comprehensive income (loss), of stockholders’ equity and of cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2024, including the related notes (collectively referred to as the "consolidated financial statements"). We also have audited the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO).
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2024 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Also in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the COSO.
Basis for Opinions
The Company's management is responsible for these consolidated financial statements, for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting, and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting appearing under Item 9A. Our responsibility is to express opinions on the Company’s consolidated financial statements and on the Company's internal control over financial reporting based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud, and whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects.
Our audits of the consolidated financial statements included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions.
Definition and Limitations of Internal Control over Financial Reporting
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
Critical Audit Matters
The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the consolidated financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that (i) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the consolidated financial statements and (ii) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates.
Goodwill Impairment Assessment – Cardiopulmonary (CP) Reporting Unit
As described in Notes 2 and 5 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company’s consolidated goodwill balance was $750.0 million as of December 31, 2024, and the amount of goodwill associated with the CP reporting unit was $351.3 million. Management conducts impairment testing of goodwill on October 1st each year. If management determines that goodwill is more-likely-than-not impaired, management compares the fair value of the reporting unit to its carrying amount, including goodwill. Fair value refers to the price that would be received if management were to sell the unit as a whole in an orderly transaction. Fair value is estimated using a discounted cash flow model and requires various assumptions, including revenue growth rates and discount rates.
The principal considerations for our determination that performing procedures relating to the goodwill impairment assessment of the CP reporting unit is a critical audit matter are (i) the significant judgment by management when developing the fair value estimate of the CP reporting unit; (ii) a high degree of auditor judgment, subjectivity, and effort in performing procedures and evaluating management’s significant assumptions relating to revenue growth rates and the discount rate; and (iii) the audit effort involved the use of professionals with specialized skill and knowledge.
Addressing the matter involved performing procedures and evaluating audit evidence in connection with forming our overall opinion on the consolidated financial statements. These procedures included testing the effectiveness of controls relating to management’s goodwill impairment assessment, including controls over the valuation of the CP reporting unit. These procedures also included, among others (i) testing management’s process for developing the fair value estimate of the reporting unit; (ii) evaluating the appropriateness of the discounted cash flow model; (iii) testing the completeness and accuracy of underlying data used in the discounted cash flow model; and (iv) evaluating the reasonableness of the significant assumptions used by management related to revenue growth rates and the discount rate. Evaluating management’s assumptions related to revenue growth rates involved evaluating whether the assumptions used by management were reasonable considering (i) the current and past performance of the reporting unit; (ii) the consistency with external market and industry data; and (iii) whether these assumptions were consistent with evidence obtained in other areas of the audit. Professionals with specialized skill and knowledge were used to assist in the evaluating (i) the appropriateness of the discounted cash flow model and (ii) the reasonableness of the discount rate assumption.
/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Houston, Texas
February 25, 2025
We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2018.
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LIVANOVA PLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (LOSS)
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
Year Ended December 31,
Operating expenses:
Impairment of goodwill — — 129,396
Impairment of long-lived assets — 89,974 —
Loss on debt extinguishment (25,482) — —
Loss from equity method investments (18) (104) (53)
Basic income (loss) per share $ 1.17 $ 0.33 $ (1.61)
Diluted income (loss) per share $ 1.16 $ 0.32 $ (1.61)
Shares used in computing diluted income (loss) per share 54,574 54,212 53,472
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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LIVANOVA PLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
(In thousands)
Year Ended December 31,
Other comprehensive (loss) income:
Unrealized (loss) gain on cash flow hedges — (966) 1,911
Tax effect — — —
Foreign currency translation adjustment, net of tax (52,287) 21,202 (42,853)
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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LIVANOVA PLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
December 31, 2024 and 2023
(In thousands, except share data)
Current Assets:
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 32,362 27,182
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current Liabilities:
Current litigation provision liability 12,918 10,756
Accrued employee compensation and related benefits 80,536 94,630
Long-term operating lease liabilities 40,105 45,388
Long-term employee compensation and related benefits 12,847 17,254
Commitments and contingencies (Note 11)
Stockholders’ Equity:
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (80,170) (27,883)
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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LIVANOVA PLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(In thousands)
Other comprehensive loss — — — — (40,942) — (40,942)
Other comprehensive loss — — — — (52,287) — (52,287)
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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LIVANOVA PLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OFCASH FLOWS
(In thousands)
Year Ended December 31,
Operating Activities:
Loss on debt extinguishment 25,482 — —
Gain on investment revaluation - Ceribell, Inc. (7,144) — —
Impairment of investments 5,768 — —
Remeasurement of contingent consideration to fair value 3,316 9,360 (29,881)
Impairment of long-lived assets — 89,974 —
ACS inventory obsolescence adjustment — 12,621 —
Impairment of goodwill — — 129,396
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Investing Activities:
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired — — (8,857)
Financing Activities:
Payment of debt extinguishment costs (38,953) — —
Purchase of capped calls (31,637) — —
Proceeds from unwind of capped calls 22,523 — —
Payment of contingent consideration (13,750) — —
Proceeds from exercise of stock options 6,341 19 645
Payment of debt issuance costs (5,939) — (3,292)
Supplementary Disclosures of Cash Flow Information:
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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LIVANOVA PLC AND SUBSIDIARIES’
NOTESTO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In thousands, except share and per share amounts)
Note 1. Nature of Operations
Description of the Business
LivaNova PLC is a market-leading global medical technology company. The Company designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and sells products and therapies that are consistent with LivaNova’s mission to provide hope for patients and their families through medical technologies, delivering life-changing solutions in select neurological and cardiac conditions. LivaNova is a public limited company organized under the laws of England and Wales and is headquartered in London, England. LivaNova’s ordinary shares are listed for trading on the Nasdaq under the symbol “LIVN.”
Business Segments
For the periods presented herein, LivaNova was comprised of two reportable segments: Cardiopulmonary and Neuromodulation.
Cybersecurity Incident
As previously disclosed, in November 2023, LivaNova detected a cybersecurity incident that resulted in a disruption of portions of the Company’s information technology systems. Promptly after detecting the issue, LivaNova began an investigation with assistance from external cybersecurity experts and coordinated with law enforcement. The Company implemented remediation measures to mitigate the impact of the incident. The Company also assessed the nature and scope of the affected data, analyzed its statutory notification obligations, and notified affected individuals and regulators as required by applicable law. For further discussion on legal and regulatory developments, refer to “Note 11. Commitments and Contingencies.” The incident has been contained, and the Company’s mitigation efforts are considered complete.
Through December 31, 2024, LivaNova incurred direct costs totaling $11.6 million in connection with this cybersecurity incident, including $9.0 million and $2.6 million during the twelve months ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. The total incurred direct costs primarily included external cybersecurity expert and legal fees, system restoration costs, and a $1.2 million provision related to the class action settlement, and do not include business interruption losses. The Company expects to incur additional costs related to this incident in the future. For further discussion on legal and regulatory developments, refer to “Note 11. Commitments and Contingencies.” LivaNova maintains insurance, including cyber insurance, which is subject to certain retentions and policy limitations that will likely limit the amount that the insurers may reimburse the Company. LivaNova has filed claims for insurance reimbursement of covered costs and business interruption losses related to this incident and has submitted additional claims and supplemental requests for reimbursement as new costs have been incurred. During 2024, LivaNova received $8.4 million, including $5.1 million in reimbursement of covered costs and $3.3 million in reimbursement of business interruption losses under the Company’s cyber insurance policy. The Company’s insurance coverage may be insufficient to cover all costs and expenses related to this cybersecurity incident or may be unavailable to cover all costs and expenses related to this cybersecurity incident.
Note 2. Basis of Presentation, Use of Accounting Estimates, and Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Presentation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements of LivaNova have been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements for LivaNova include LivaNova’s wholly-owned subsidiaries and the Trust. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of LivaNova’s consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in such financial statements and accompanying notes. These estimates are based on management’s best knowledge of current events and actions that LivaNova may undertake in the future. Estimates are used in accounting for, among other items, valuation and amortization of intangible assets; goodwill, other long-lived assets (asset group); measurement of deferred tax assets and liabilities; uncertain income tax positions; contingent consideration arrangements; derivative assets and liabilities; legal and other contingencies; stock-based compensation; obsolete
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and slow-moving inventories; models, such as an impairment analysis; and, in general, allocations to provisions and the fair value of assets and liabilities recorded in a business combination. Actual results could differ materially from those estimates.
Reclassifications
The Company has reclassified certain prior period amounts on the consolidated statements of cash flows for comparative purposes.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
LivaNova considers all highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less, consisting of demand deposit accounts and money market mutual funds, to be cash equivalents. Cash equivalents are carried on the consolidated balance sheets at cost, which approximates their fair value.
Restricted Cash
The Company classifies cash that is not available for use in its operations as restricted cash within current assets on the consolidated balance sheets. As of December 31, 2024, LivaNova’s restricted cash balance was $294.7 million and was comprised of cash deposits with Barclays held as collateral for the SNIA Litigation Guarantee. As security for the SNIA Litigation Guarantee, LivaNova is required to grant cash collateral to Barclays in USD in an amount equal to the USD equivalent of 105% of the amount of the SNIA Litigation Guarantee calibrated on a biweekly basis. For additional information regarding the SNIA litigation, please refer to “Note 11. Commitments and Contingencies.”
Accounts Receivable
Accounts receivable consists of trade receivables from direct customers and distributors. The Company maintains an allowance for doubtful accounts for potential credit losses based on its estimates of the ability of customers to make required payments, historical credit experience, existing economic conditions, and expected future trends. LivaNova writes off uncollectible accounts against the allowance when all reasonable collection efforts have been exhausted.
Inventories
LivaNova states its inventories at the lower of cost, using the FIFO method, or net realizable value. The Company’s calculation of cost includes the acquisition cost of raw materials and components, direct labor, and overhead, including depreciation of manufacturing related assets. LivaNova reduces the carrying value of inventories for those items that are potentially excess, obsolete, or slow moving based on changes in customer demand, technology developments, or other economic factors.
PP&E
PP&E is carried at cost, less accumulated depreciation. Maintenance, repairs, and minor replacements are charged to expense as incurred, while significant renewals and improvements are capitalized. LivaNova computes depreciation using the straight-line method over the asset’s estimated useful lives. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the shorter of the following terms: the useful life of the asset or a term that includes required lease periods and renewals that are deemed to be reasonably assured on the date the leasehold improvements are purchased. Capital improvements to buildings are added as building components and are depreciated over the useful life of the improvement or the building, whichever is less.
Goodwill
LivaNova allocates the amounts the Company pays for an acquisition to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on the fair values at the date of acquisition, including property, plant, and equipment; inventories; accounts receivable; long-term debt; and identifiable intangible assets which either arise from a contractual or legal right or are separable from goodwill. The Company bases the fair value of identifiable intangible assets acquired in a business combination, including IPR&D, on valuations that use information and assumptions provided by management, which consider management’s best estimates of inputs and assumptions that a market participant would use. LivaNova allocates any excess purchase price over the fair value of the net tangible and identifiable intangible assets acquired to goodwill. Transaction costs associated with these acquisitions are expensed as incurred and are reported in SG&A on the consolidated statements of income (loss). LivaNova recognizes adjustments to the provisional amounts identified during the measurement period with a corresponding adjustment to goodwill in the reporting period in which the adjustment amounts are determined. The effect on earnings of changes in depreciation, amortization, or other income effects, if any, as a result of the change to the provisional amounts is recorded in the same period’s consolidated financial statements, calculated as if the accounting had been completed at the acquisition date.
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Intangible Assets, Other Than Goodwill
Intangible assets shown on the consolidated balance sheets consist of finite-lived and indefinite-lived assets expected to generate future economic benefits and are recorded at their respective fair values as of their acquisition date. Finite-lived intangible assets consist primarily of developed technology and technical capabilities, including patents, related know-how, and licensed patent rights, as well as trade names and customer relationships. Customer relationships consist of relationships with hospitals and surgeons in the countries where LivaNova operates. Indefinite-lived intangible assets other than goodwill are composed of IPR&D assets acquired in acquisitions. LivaNova amortizes its finite-lived intangible assets over the assets’ useful lives using the straight-line method. Estimating the useful lives of intangible assets requires LivaNova to apply significant judgment.
Amortization expense is included on LivaNova’s consolidated statements of income (loss) within cost of sales or SG&A based on the nature of the underlying intangible asset. LivaNova evaluates its intangible assets each reporting period to determine whether events and circumstances indicate either a different useful life or impairment. If LivaNova changes its estimate of the useful life of an asset, the Company amortizes the carrying amount over the revised remaining useful life.
Impairments of Long-lived Assets and Goodwill
Long-lived Assets Impairment
Assets Held and Used
LivaNova evaluates the carrying value of its long-lived assets and investments for impairment when events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of such assets may not be recoverable. Such changes in circumstance may include, among other items, (i) an expectation of a sale, discontinuation, or disposal of a long-lived asset or asset group; (ii) adverse changes in market or competitive conditions; (iii) an adverse change in legal factors or business climate in the markets in which LivaNova operates; and (iv) operating or cash flow losses.
For PP&E and intangible assets used in LivaNova’s operations, recoverability generally is determined by comparing the carrying value of an asset or group of assets to the expected undiscounted future cash flows. If the carrying value of an asset, or group of assets is not recoverable, the amount of impairment loss is measured as the difference between the carrying value of the asset or group of assets and its estimated fair value. The asset grouping as well as the determination of expected undiscounted cash flow amounts requires significant judgments, estimates, and assumptions, including with regard to cash flows generated upon disposition. LivaNova measures fair value as the price that would be received if the Company were to sell the assets in an orderly transaction. Assets to be disposed of are carried at the lower of their financial statement carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell.
LivaNova conducts impairment testing of its indefinite-lived intangible assets on October 1st each year. LivaNova tests indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment between annual tests if an event occurs or circumstances change that would indicate the carrying amount may be impaired. An impairment loss is recognized when the asset’s carrying value exceeds its fair value.
Goodwill Impairment
LivaNova conducts impairment testing of its goodwill on October 1st each year. Testing is performed at the reporting unit level, which is defined as an operating segment or a component of an operating segment that constitutes a business for which financial information is available and is regularly viewed by management. LivaNova’s operating segments are deemed to be its reporting units for purposes of goodwill impairment testing. LivaNova tests goodwill for impairment between annual tests if an event occurs or circumstances change that would more likely than not reduce the fair value of a reporting unit below its carrying amount.
If LivaNova determines that goodwill is more likely than not impaired, the Company compares the fair value of the reporting unit to its carrying amount, including goodwill. Fair value refers to the price that would be received if LivaNova were to sell the unit as a whole in an orderly transaction. Fair value is estimated using a discounted cash flow model and requires various assumptions, including revenue growth rates and discount rates. If the carrying amount of the Company’s reporting unit is greater than zero and its fair value exceeds its carrying amount, goodwill of the reporting unit is considered not impaired. An impairment loss is recognized when the carrying amount of the reporting unit’s net assets exceeds the estimated fair value of the reporting unit, up to and including the carrying amount of the goodwill.
If the aggregate fair value of LivaNova’s reporting units exceeds its market capitalization, the Company evaluates the reasonableness of the implied control premium, which includes a comparison to implied control premiums from recent market transactions within its industry or other relevant benchmark data.
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Goodwill impairment evaluations are highly subjective. In most instances, such evaluations involve expectations of future cash flows that reflect LivaNova’s judgments and assumptions regarding future industry conditions and operations. The estimates, judgments, and assumptions used in the application of LivaNova’s goodwill impairment policies reflect both historical experience and an assessment of current operational, industry, market, economic, and political environments. The use of different estimates, judgments, assumptions, and expectations regarding future industry and market conditions and operations could result in materially different asset carrying values and operating results.
Quantitative factors used to determine the fair value of the reporting units reflect LivaNova’s best estimates, which the Company believes are reasonable. Future declines in the reporting units’ operating performance or LivaNova’s anticipated business outlook may reduce the estimated fair value of the Company’s reporting units and result in an impairment in the future. Factors that could have a negative impact on the fair value of the reporting units include, but are not limited to:
•Decreases in revenue as a result of the inability of LivaNova’s sales force to effectively market and promote the Company’s products;
•Increased competition, patent expirations, or new technologies or treatments commercialized by competitors;
•Higher operating costs required to sustain the business;
•The outcome of litigation, legal proceedings, investigations, or other claims resulting in significant cash outflows; and
•Increases in the market-participant risk-adjusted WACC.
Derivatives and Risk Management
U.S. GAAP requires companies to recognize all derivatives as assets and liabilities on the balance sheet and to measure the instruments at fair value through earnings unless the derivative qualifies for hedge accounting. If the derivative qualifies for hedge accounting, depending on the nature of the hedge and hedge effectiveness, changes in the fair value of the derivative will either be recognized immediately in earnings or recorded in OCI until the hedged item is recognized in earnings. The changes in the fair value of the derivative are intended to offset the change in fair value of the hedged asset, liability, or probable commitment. LivaNova evaluates hedge effectiveness at inception. Cash flows from hedging and economic hedges are reported as operating activities on the consolidated statements of cash flows.
LivaNova uses currency exchange rate derivative contracts to manage the impact of currency exchange on earnings and cash flows. Forward currency exchange rate contracts are designed to hedge anticipated foreign currency transactions and changes in the value of specific assets and liabilities. At inception of the forward contract, the derivative is designated as either a freestanding derivative or a cash flow hedge. LivaNova does not enter into derivative contracts for speculative purposes. All derivative instruments are recorded at fair value on the consolidated balance sheets as assets or liabilities (current or non-current) depending upon the gain or loss position of the contract and contract maturity date.
Forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges are designed to hedge the variability of cash flows associated with forecasted transactions denominated in a foreign currency that will take place in the future. For derivative instruments that are designated and qualify as a cash flow hedge, the gain or loss on the derivative instrument is reported as a component of AOCI and reclassified into earnings to offset exchange differences originated by the hedged item or the current earnings effect of the hedged item.
Upon the settlement of LivaNova’s foreign currency cash flow hedges in the fourth quarter of 2022 and following an in-depth analysis of the utility of the Company’s cash flow hedging program, LivaNova discontinued its foreign currency cash flow hedging program. LivaNova continues to use freestanding derivative forward contracts to offset exposure to the variability of the value associated with assets and liabilities denominated in a foreign currency. These derivatives are not designated as hedges, and therefore, changes in the value of these forward contracts are recognized in earnings, thereby offsetting the current earnings effect of the related change in value of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities.
Historically, LivaNova has entered into interest rate derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges to manage the exposure to interest rate movements and to reduce the risk of increased borrowing costs by converting floating-rate debt into fixed-rate debt. Under these agreements, LivaNova agrees to exchange, at specified intervals, the difference between fixed and floating interest amounts calculated by reference to agreed-upon notional principal amounts. These interest rate swaps are structured to mirror the payment terms of the underlying loan. The fair value of the interest rate swaps is reported on the consolidated balance sheets as assets or liabilities (current or non-current) depending upon the gain or loss position of the contract and the maturity of the future cash flows of each contract. The gain or loss on these derivatives is reported as a component of AOCI and reclassified to interest expense during the period of the respective interest payment. The Company’s interest rate swaps expired on April 6, 2023. LivaNova elected not to renew the interest rate swaps as interest expense
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associated with the Initial Term Facility is principally offset by holding proceeds from the Initial Term Facility in a depository account, which earns a floating rate of interest.
Fair Value Measurements
LivaNova follows the authoritative guidance on fair value measurements and disclosures with respect to assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on both a recurring and nonrecurring basis. Under this guidance, fair value is defined as the exit price, or the amount that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants as of the measurement date. The authoritative guidance also establishes a hierarchy for inputs used in measuring fair value that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by requiring that the most observable inputs be used when available. Observable inputs are inputs market participants would use in valuing the asset or liability, based on market data obtained from sources independent of LivaNova. Unobservable inputs are inputs that reflect LivaNova’s assumptions about the factors market participants would use in valuing the asset or liability developed based upon the best information available in the circumstances. The categorization of financial assets and financial liabilities within the valuation hierarchy is based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement. The hierarchy is broken down into three levels defined as follows:
•Level 1 - Inputs are quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
•Level 2 - Inputs include quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active, and inputs (other than quoted prices) that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and
•Level 3 - Inputs are unobservable for the asset or liability.
LivaNova’s financial assets and liabilities classified as Level 2 include derivative instruments, primarily forward and option currency contracts and interest rate swap contracts, which are valued using standard calculations and models that use readily observable market data as their basis.
LivaNova’s financial assets and liabilities classified as Level 3 include contingent consideration liability arrangements and embedded and capped call derivative instruments.
Contingent consideration liabilities result from acquisition agreements that include potential future payment of consideration that is contingent upon the achievement of performance milestones and/or sales-based earnouts. Contingent consideration is recognized at fair value at the date of acquisition based on the consideration expected to be transferred and estimated as the probability of future cash flows, discounted to present value in accordance with accepted valuation methodologies. The discount rate used is determined at the time of measurement. Contingent consideration is remeasured each reporting period with the change in fair value, including accretion for the passage of time, recorded in earnings. The change in fair value of contingent consideration based on the achievement of regulatory milestones is recorded as research and development expense while the change in fair value of sales-based earnout contingent consideration is recorded as cost of sales. Contingent consideration payments made soon after the acquisition date are classified as an investing activity. Contingent consideration payments that are not made soon after the acquisition date are classified as a financing activity up to the amount of the contingent consideration liability recognized at the acquisition date, with any excess classified as an operating activity. For further information on LivaNova’s Level 3 contingent consideration liability arrangements, please refer to “Note 8. Fair Value Measurements.” For further information on LivaNova’s Level 3 derivative and embedded derivative instruments, please refer to “Note 9. Financing Arrangements” and “Note 8. Fair Value Measurements.” For further information on LivaNova’s Level 3 convertible notes receivable, please refer to “Note 6. Investments.”
Investments
LivaNova’s investments are comprised of equity securities that may be publicly traded, are in various stages of development, and are reported as investments on the consolidated balance sheets.
Investments in affiliates in which the Company has significant influence, but does not control, and that do not have a readily determinable fair value, are accounted for using the equity method. LivaNova’s share of net income or loss is reflected as one line item on the Company’s consolidated statements of income (loss) under loss from equity method investments and will increase or decrease, as applicable, the carrying value of the Company’s equity method investment reported under investments on the consolidated balance sheets.
Investments in equity securities with readily determinable fair values and are not accounted for under the equity method are measured at fair value with unrealized gains and losses included in earnings.
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Investments in equity securities that do not have readily determinable fair values and are not accounted for under the equity method are measured at cost minus impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes in orderly transactions for an identical or a similar investment of the same issuer.
LivaNova regularly reviews its investments for changes in circumstance or the occurrence of events that suggest its investments may not be recoverable, and if an impairment is considered to be other than temporary, the loss is recognized on the consolidated statements of income (loss) in the period the determination is made.
Warranty Obligation
LivaNova offers a warranty on various products. The Company estimates the costs that may be incurred under warranties and records a liability in the amount of such costs at the time the product is sold. The amount of the reserve recorded is equal to the estimated net costs to repair or otherwise satisfy the claim. LivaNova includes the warranty obligation in accrued liabilities and other on the consolidated balance sheets. Warranty expense is recorded to cost of goods sold on LivaNova’s consolidated statements of income (loss).
Retirement Benefit Plan Assumptions
LivaNova sponsors various retirement benefit plans, including defined benefit pension plans (pension benefits), defined contribution savings plans, and termination indemnity plans, covering substantially all U.S. employees and employees outside the U.S. Pension benefit costs include assumptions for the discount rate, retirement age, compensation rate increases, and the expected return on plan assets.
Product Liability Accruals
Accruals for product liability claims are recorded when it is probable that a liability has been incurred and the amount of the liability can be reasonably estimated based on existing information. Accruals for product liability claims are adjusted periodically as additional information becomes available.
Revenue Recognition
Refer to “Note 3. Revenue Recognition.”
Research and Development
All R&D costs are expensed as incurred. R&D includes costs of basic research activities as well as engineering and technical effort required to develop a new product or make significant improvements to an existing product or manufacturing process. R&D costs also include regulatory and clinical study expenses, including post-market clinical studies.
Leases
LivaNova determines whether an arrangement is or contains a lease at its inception. For operating leases with a term greater than 12 months, LivaNova recognizes operating lease assets and operating lease liabilities based on the present value of the future minimum lease payments over the lease term at the latter of the Company’s lease standard adoption date of January 1, 2019, or the lease commencement date. LivaNova does not record an operating lease asset and corresponding liability for leases with terms of 12 months or less. The Company recognizes the lease payments for such short-term leases within profit and loss on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Variable lease payments, such as common area rent, maintenance charges, and rent escalations not known upon lease commencement, are not included in the determination of the minimum lease payments and are expensed in the period in which the obligation for those payments is incurred. Operating lease assets also includes any lease payments made in advance and excludes lease incentives. LivaNova’s lease terms may include options to extend or terminate a lease when it is reasonably certain that the Company will exercise that option. Lease expense for minimum lease payments is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
As most of LivaNova’s leases do not provide a readily determinable implicit rate, LivaNova uses its IBR based on the information available at the lease commencement date in determining the present value of future payments. LivaNova’s IBR represents an estimate of the interest rate the Company would incur at lease commencement to borrow an amount equal to the lease payments on a collateralized basis over the lease term within a particular currency environment. LivaNova used the IBR available nearest to the Company’s adoption date for leases that commenced prior to that date.
Additionally, LivaNova monitors for events or changes in circumstances that may require a reassessment of the Company’s leases to determine whether a remeasurement is required. For additional information, refer to “Note 10. Leases.”
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Stock-Based Compensation
Stock-Based Awards
LivaNova may grant stock-based awards to directors, officers, and key employees. The Company measures the cost of services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments based on the grant date fair market value of the award. LivaNova recognizes equity-based compensation expense ratably over the period that services are provided in exchange for the entire award (all vesting periods). LivaNova issues treasury shares for vesting of RSUs and the exercise of SARs and new shares upon stock option exercises. The Company has the right to elect to pay the cash value of vested restricted stock units in lieu of the issuance of new shares.
SARs
LivaNova may grant SARs that confer upon the grantee the contractual right to receive an amount of cash, stock, or a combination of both, that equals the appreciation in the Company’s stock from the award’s grant date to the exercise date. SARs may be exercised at the grantee’s discretion during the exercise period and do not give the grantee an ownership right in the underlying stock. SARs do not involve payment of an exercise price. LivaNova uses the Black-Scholes option pricing methodology to calculate the grant date fair market value of SARs and compensation is expensed ratably over the service period. The Company determines the expected volatility of the awards based on historical volatility. Calculation of compensation for SAR stock awards requires the Company to estimate historical volatility and forfeiture rates.
Service-Based RSUs
LivaNova may grant service-based RSUs at no purchase cost to the grantee. The grantees of unvested units have no voting rights or rights to dividends, and sale or transfer of the units is restricted until they are vested. The fair market value of service-based RSUs is determined using the market closing price on the grant date, and compensation is expensed ratably over the service period. Calculation of compensation for RSU stock awards requires the Company to estimate forfeiture rates.
Market Performance-Based RSUs
LivaNova may grant market performance-based RSUs at no purchase cost to the grantee. The grantees of unvested units have no voting rights or rights to dividends and sale or transfer of the units is restricted until they are vested. The number of shares that are ultimately transferred to the grantee is dependent upon the Company’s percentile rank of total shareholder return relative to a peer group. The fair market value of market performance-based RSUs is determined utilizing a Monte Carlo simulation on the grant date and compensation is then expensed ratably over the service period. Calculation of compensation for market performance-based stock awards requires the Company to estimate historical volatility and forfeiture rates.
Operating Performance-Based Awards RSUs
LivaNova may grant operating performance-based RSUs at no purchase cost to the grantee. The grantees of unvested units have no voting rights or rights to dividends and sale or transfer of the units is restricted until they are vested. The number of shares that are ultimately transferred to the grantee is dependent upon the Company’s percent achievement of certain targets for cumulative adjusted free cash flow and adjusted return on invested capital. The fair market value of operating performance-based RSUs is determined using the market closing price on the grant date. Compensation is expensed ratably over the service period and is adjusted based upon the estimated and actual percentage achievement of cumulative adjusted free cash flow and return on invested capital as compared to target.
Income Taxes
LivaNova is a UK corporation and operates through the Company’s various subsidiaries in a number of countries throughout the world. LivaNova’s provision for income taxes is based on the tax laws and rates applicable in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates and earns income. LivaNova uses significant judgment and estimates in accounting for its income taxes. The Company recognizes deferred tax assets and liabilities for the anticipated future tax effects of temporary differences between the financial statement basis and the tax basis of LivaNova’s assets and liabilities, which are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled.
LivaNova periodically assesses the recoverability of its deferred tax assets by considering whether it is more likely than not that some or all of the actual benefit of those assets will be realized. To the extent that realization does not meet the “more-likely-than-not” criterion, the Company establishes a valuation allowance. LivaNova periodically reviews the adequacy and necessity of the valuation allowance by considering significant positive and negative evidence relative to its ability to recover deferred tax assets and to determine the timing and amount of valuation allowance that should be released. This evidence includes: profitability in the most recent quarters; internal profitability forecasts for the current and next two future years; the amount of
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deferred tax asset relative to estimated profitability; the potential effects on future profitability from increasing competition, healthcare reforms, and overall economic conditions; limitations and potential limitations on the use of LivaNova’s net operating losses due to ownership changes, pursuant to IRC Section 382; and the implementation of prudent and feasible tax planning strategies, if any.
LivaNova files federal and local tax returns in many jurisdictions throughout the world and is subject to income tax examinations for its fiscal year 2019 and subsequent years, with certain exceptions. While LivaNova believes that its tax return positions are fully supported, tax authorities may disagree with certain positions the Company has taken and assess additional taxes, and as a result, LivaNova may establish reserves for uncertain tax positions, which require a significant degree of management judgment. LivaNova regularly assesses the likely outcomes of its tax positions in order to determine the appropriateness of the Company’s reserves; however, the actual outcome of an audit can be significantly different from LivaNova’s expectations, which could have a material impact on the Company’s tax provision. LivaNova’s tax positions are evaluated for recognition using a more-likely-than-not threshold. Uncertain tax positions requiring recognition are measured as the largest amount of tax benefit that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon effective settlement with a taxing authority that has full knowledge of all relevant information. Some of the reasons a reserve for an uncertain tax benefit may be reversed are: completion of a tax audit; a change in applicable tax law, including a tax case or legislative guidance; or an expiration of the statute of limitations. LivaNova recognizes interest and penalties associated with unrecognized tax benefits and records interest in interest expense, and penalties in SG&A, on LivaNova’s consolidated statements of income (loss).
Foreign Currency
LivaNova’s reporting currency is the USD; however, a portion of the revenues earned and expenses incurred by certain of LivaNova’s subsidiaries are denominated in currencies other than the USD. LivaNova determines the functional currency of its subsidiaries that exist and operate in different economic and currency environments based on the primary economic environment in which the subsidiary operates, that is, the currency of the environment in which an entity primarily generates and expends cash. LivaNova’s foreign subsidiaries are located in Europe and the United States. The functional currency of LivaNova’s significant European subsidiaries is the Euro, and the functional currency of LivaNova’s significant U.S. subsidiaries is the USD.
Assets and liabilities of subsidiaries whose functional currency is not the USD are translated into USD based on a combination of both current and historical exchange rates, while their revenues earned, and expenses incurred are translated into USD at average period exchange rates. Translation adjustments are included in AOCI on LivaNova’s consolidated balance sheets. Gains and losses arising from transactions denominated in a currency different from an entity’s functional currency are included in foreign exchange and other income/(expense) on LivaNova’s consolidated statements of income (loss). Taxes are not provided on cumulative translation adjustments as substantially all translation adjustments are related to earnings which are intended to be indefinitely reinvested in the countries where earned.
Contingencies
LivaNova is subject to product liability claims, environmental obligations, government investigations, and other legal proceedings in the ordinary course of business. Legal fees and other expenses related to litigation are expensed as incurred and included in SG&A on LivaNova’s consolidated statements of income (loss). Contingent liabilities are recorded when LivaNova determines that a loss is both probable and reasonably estimable. Due to the fact that legal proceedings and other contingencies are inherently unpredictable, LivaNova’s assessments involve significant judgment regarding future events.
Note 3. Revenue Recognition
LivaNova generates revenue through contracts with customers consisting primarily of hospitals, healthcare institutions, and distributors. Revenue is measured based on consideration specified in customer contracts and excludes amounts collected on behalf of third parties. The Company measures the consideration based upon the estimated amount to be received. The amount of consideration LivaNova ultimately receives varies depending upon the return terms, sales rebates, discounts, and other incentives the Company may offer, which are accounted for as variable consideration when estimating the amount of revenue to recognize.
LivaNova has historically experienced a low rate of product returns, and the total value of product returns has not been significant to the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
LivaNova recognizes revenue when a performance obligation is satisfied by transferring control of a product or providing service to a customer. Some of LivaNova’s contracts include the purchase of multiple products and/or services. In such cases, LivaNova allocates the transaction price based upon the relative estimated standalone selling price of each product and/or
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service sold. LivaNova records state and local sales taxes net; that is, the Company excludes sales tax from revenue. Typically, LivaNova’s contracts do not have a significant financing component.
LivaNova incurs incremental commission fees paid to the sales force associated with the sale of products. LivaNova applies the practical expedient within ASC 606-10-50-22 and has elected to recognize the incremental costs of obtaining a contract as an expense when incurred if the amortization period of the asset the entity would otherwise recognize is one year or less. As a result, no commissions have been capitalized as contract costs since adoption of ASC 606. The following is a description of the principal activities (separated by reportable segments) from which LivaNova generates its revenue. For more detailed information about LivaNova’s reportable segments, including disaggregated revenue results by major product line and primary geographic markets, see “Note 17. Geographic and Segment Information.”
Cardiopulmonary Products and Services
Cardiopulmonary products include HLMs, oxygenators, autotransfusion systems, perfusion tubing systems, cannulae, and other related accessories.
Cardiopulmonary products may include performance obligations associated with assembly and installation of equipment. Accordingly, LivaNova allocates a portion of the sales prices to installation obligations and recognizes that revenue when the service is provided. LivaNova recognizes revenue for equipment and accessory product sales when control of the equipment or product passes to the customer.
Technical services include installation, repair, and maintenance of cardiopulmonary equipment under service contracts or upon customer request. Technical service agreements generally provide for upfront payments in advance of rendering services or periodic billing over the contract term. Amounts billed in advance are deferred and recognized as revenue when the performance obligation is satisfied. Technical services are not a significant component of Cardiopulmonary revenue and are presented with the related equipment and accessories revenue.
Neuromodulation Products
Neuromodulation products are comprised of neuromodulation therapy systems for the treatment of DRE and DTD. LivaNova’s Neuromodulation product line includes the VNS Therapy System, which consists of an implantable pulse generator, a lead that connects the generator to the vagus nerve, and other accessories. LivaNova recognizes revenue for Neuromodulation product sales when control passes to the customer.
Contract Balances
Due to the nature of LivaNova’s products and services, revenue producing activities may result in contract assets and contract liabilities. These activities relate primarily to Cardiopulmonary technical services contracts for short-term and multi-year service agreements. Contract assets are primarily comprised of unbilled revenues, which occur when a performance obligation has been completed, but not billed to the customer. Contract liabilities are made up of deferred revenue, which occurs when a customer pays for a service before a performance obligation has been completed. Contract assets are included within prepaid expenses and other current assets on the consolidated balance sheets and were insignificant as of December 31, 2024 and 2023. As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, contract liabilities of $14.7 million and $15.3 million, respectively, were included within accrued liabilities and other and other long-term liabilities on LivaNova’s consolidated balance sheets.
Note 4. Restructuring
From time to time, LivaNova initiates restructuring plans to leverage economies of scale, streamline distribution and logistics, and strengthen operational and administrative effectiveness to reduce overall costs.
During the second quarter of 2022, management committed to implement a cost-optimization and cost reduction program to adapt to current economic conditions, which included a workforce reduction to be completed by mid-2023. LivaNova recognized restructuring expense under the 2022 Restructuring Plan of $0.9 million and $6.6 million during the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. The total estimated restructuring costs associated with the plan were approximately $10 million, including employee termination benefits, consulting fees, and contract termination costs.
On January 5, 2024, the Board of Directors of LivaNova PLC approved the 2024 Restructuring Plan to enhance the Company’s focus on its core Cardiopulmonary and Neuromodulation segments. The main component of the 2024 Restructuring Plan was to wind down the ACS segment, which was substantially completed in 2024. LivaNova recognized restructuring expense under the 2024 Restructuring Plan of $0.1 million in other operating expenses, and $12.6 million for inventory obsolescence in cost of sales on its consolidated statements of income (loss) during the year ended December 31, 2023. Additionally, the Company determined that it was more likely than not that the carrying amounts associated with the ACS segment, including the long-lived assets (asset group), may not be recoverable. This was determined to be a triggering event occurring in the fourth quarter
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of 2023 requiring an impairment assessment, based on certain factors, including the results of an updated long-term financial outlook for the ACS segment.
As such, LivaNova recorded impairments of the following long-lived assets during the year ended December 31, 2023, included within impairment of long-lived assets on its consolidated statements of income (loss) (in thousands):
Intangible assets:
Developed technology $ 78,067
Property, plant, and equipment 3,894
Operating lease assets 896
Total impairment of long-lived assets $ 89,974
As of December 31, 2024, the 2024 Restructuring Plan was substantially complete. LivaNova incurred pre-tax restructuring charges of $13.4 million related to this plan, primarily comprised of severance expenses and retention bonuses. Minimal residual activities and expenses are expected, though estimates remain subject to change.
The following table presents a reconciliation of the beginning and ending balance of the accruals and other reserves recorded in connection with LivaNova’s restructuring plans included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities and other on the consolidated balance sheets (in thousands):
Employee Severance and Other Termination Costs Other Total
The following table presents restructuring expense by reportable segment (in thousands):
Cardiopulmonary $ — $ (55) $ 697
(1)“Other” primarily includes restructuring expense not allocated to segments.
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Note 5. Goodwill and Intangible Assets
The following table presents LivaNova’s finite-lived and indefinite-lived intangible assets (in thousands):
December 31,
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Other intangible assets 721 773
Accumulated amortization - Customer relationships 90,895 84,647
Accumulated amortization - Developed technology 60,315 56,921
Accumulated amortization - Trade names 12,453 13,280
Accumulated amortization - Other intangible assets 691 719
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
The following table presents the amortization periods for LivaNova’s finite-lived intangible assets as of December 31, 2024:
Minimum Life in years Maximum Life in years
Customer relationships 8 18
Developed technology 14 17
The following table presents estimated future amortization expense based on LivaNova’s finite-lived intangible assets as of December 31, 2024 (in thousands):
In connection with the 2024 Restructuring Plan, as previously discussed in “Note 4. Restructuring,” LivaNova recorded impairments of the ACS developed technology and trade names intangible assets of $78.1 million and $7.1 million, respectively, during the year ended December 31, 2023, which are included within impairment of long-lived assets on the consolidated statements of income (loss).
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Goodwill
The following table presents the changes in the carrying amount of goodwill by reportable segment for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022 (in thousands):
Cardiopulmonary Neuromodulation Other (1) Total
Goodwill as a result of acquisition — — 25,893 25,893
Measurement period adjustments — — 977 977
(1)“Other” represents LivaNova’s former ACS reportable segment.
As part of LivaNova’s third-quarter 2022 goodwill impairment assessment, the Company considered that revenue for its ACS reporting unit during the nine months ended September 30, 2022 had declined by 29% compared to the prior year period, primarily as a result of a reduction in severe COVID-19 cases, hospital-related challenges, and product mix. As a result, the Company lowered its future revenue projections for the ACS reporting unit. Based on these circumstances, LivaNova concluded it was more likely than not that the goodwill of LivaNova’s ACS reporting unit was impaired and performed a quantitative assessment of the goodwill as of September 30, 2022, using management’s then-current estimate of future cash flows. Based on the valuation performed, LivaNova determined that the fair value of the ACS reporting unit was less than the carrying value and recognized a goodwill impairment of $129.4 million in LivaNova’s consolidated statement of loss during the year ended December 31, 2022.
LivaNova performed a quantitative goodwill impairment assessment for its Cardiopulmonary and Neuromodulation reporting units as of October 1, 2024. The assessment was performed using management’s current estimate of future cash flows. LivaNova concluded that the fair value of its Cardiopulmonary and Neuromodulation reporting units exceeded the carrying value of the respective reporting units and were, therefore, not impaired on the October 1, 2024 test date.
Note 6. Investments
The following table presents the carrying value of LivaNova’s investments:
December 31,
Investment with readily determinable fair value:
Ceribell, Inc. (1) $ 10,144 $ —
Investments without readily determinable fair values:
ShiraTronics, Inc. (2) — 5,750
Ceribell, Inc. (1) — 3,000
(1)On October 10, 2024, Ceribell, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBLL) announced its initial public offering and began trading on October 11, 2024. Per the amended Articles of Incorporation, LivaNova’s Series B Preferred shares converted to common stock upon the offering. As a result, LivaNova’s investment in Ceribell, Inc. is now classified as an investment with a readily determinable fair value and
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measured on a recurring basis (Level 1) (previously Level 3 with fair value measured on a nonrecurring basis). As of December 31, 2024, LivaNova held 391,952 common shares and recognized a $7.1 million unrealized gain on investment during the fourth quarter of 2024, which is included in foreign exchange and other income/(expense) on LivaNova’s consolidated statements of income (loss).
(2)During the second quarter of 2024, LivaNova recognized an impairment of its investment in ShiraTronics, Inc. upon the conversion of LivaNova’s investment from preferred shares to common stock, which is included in foreign exchange and other income/(expense) on LivaNova’s consolidated statements of income (loss).
(3)As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, LivaNova had commitments to fund follow-on investments up to €1.0 million and €1.9 million ($1.0 million and $2.0 million as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively) based on cash calls.
Note 7. Derivatives and Risk Management
Due to the global nature of LivaNova’s operations, the Company is exposed to FX fluctuations. LivaNova enters into FX derivative contracts to reduce the impact of FX fluctuations on earnings and cash flow.
LivaNova is also exposed to equity price risk in connection with its 2025 Notes and 2029 Notes, including exchange/conversion and settlement provisions based on the price of its ordinary shares at exchange/conversion or maturity of the 2025 Notes and 2029 Notes. The Capped Call Transactions associated with the 2025 Notes and 2029 Notes also include settlement provisions that are based on the price of LivaNova’s ordinary shares, subject to a capped price per share. LivaNova does not enter into derivative contracts for speculative purposes.
LivaNova measures all outstanding derivatives each period-end at fair value and reports the fair value as either financial assets or liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets. At inception of the contract, the derivative is designated as either a freestanding derivative or a hedge. Derivatives that are not designated as hedging instruments are referred to as freestanding derivatives with changes in fair value included in earnings. These derivatives are intended to serve as economic hedges and follow the cash flows of the economic hedged item. The cash flows from these derivative contracts are reported as operating activities on LivaNova’s consolidated statements of cash flows.
If the derivative qualifies for hedge accounting, changes in the fair value of the derivative will be recorded in AOCI until the hedged item is recognized in earnings upon settlement/termination. Interest rate swap gains and losses in AOCI are reclassified to interest expense on LivaNova’s consolidated statements of income (loss). LivaNova evaluates hedge effectiveness at inception. LivaNova had no designated hedging instruments as of December 31, 2024 and 2023.
Freestanding FX Derivatives
The gross notional amount of freestanding FX derivative contracts not designated as hedging instruments outstanding as of December 31, 2024 and 2023 was $442.3 million and $223.4 million, respectively. These derivative contracts are designed to offset the FX effects in earnings of various intercompany loans and trade receivables. LivaNova recorded a net gain for freestanding derivatives of $5.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, a net loss of $1.3 million, and a net gain of $4.5 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. These gains and losses are included in foreign exchange and other income/(expense) on LivaNova’s consolidated statements of income (loss).
Capped Call Derivatives
The Capped Call Transactions are carried on the consolidated balance sheets as a derivative asset at their estimated fair value and are adjusted at the end of each reporting period, with unrealized gain or loss reflected in foreign exchange and other income/(expense) in the consolidated statements of income (loss). The Capped Call Transactions are measured at fair value using the Black-Scholes model utilizing observable and unobservable market data, including stock price, remaining contractual term, expected volatility, risk-free interest rate, and expected dividend yield, as applicable. For additional information, refer to “Note 9. Financing Arrangements.”
2025 Capped Calls
In June 2020, LivaNova issued the 2025 Notes. In connection with the pricing of the 2025 Notes, the Company entered into related privately-negotiated capped call transactions with certain financial institutions. Under the 2025 Capped Calls, the Company purchased a capped call option with an initial strike price of $60.98 and an initial cap price of $100.00 per share. The strike price, which is subject to certain adjustments, corresponds to the initial exchange price of the 2025 Notes. The 2025 Capped Calls are intended to offset any cash payments upon exchange of the 2025 Notes in excess of the principal amount; however, the proceeds are limited to the initial cap price in the event the Company’s share price exceeds the cap price at the time of an exchange. The 2025 Capped Calls expire on December 15, 2025, and must be settled in cash. The 2025 Capped Calls are subject to anti-dilution adjustments substantially similar to those applicable to the 2025 Notes and cover the number of LivaNova’s ordinary shares underlying the 2025 Notes. If the 2025 Capped Calls are terminated early, settlement occurs at their termination value, which is equal to their fair value at the time of the early termination. In connection with the issuance of the
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2029 Notes, the Company repurchased an aggregate principal amount of $230.0 million of the 2025 Notes and unwound a corresponding portion of the 2025 Capped Calls at the fair value of such portion of the 2025 Capped Calls. The Company received $22.5 million in cash consideration, the fair value of the terminated portion, upon settlement. The terms of the remaining 2025 Capped Calls remain unchanged and continue to be classified as long-term derivative assets.
2029 Capped Calls
In March 2024, LivaNova issued the 2029 Notes. In connection with the pricing of the 2029 Notes, the Company entered into related privately-negotiated capped call transactions with certain financial institutions. Under the 2029 Capped Calls, the Company purchased a capped call option with an initial strike price of $69.40 and an initial cap price of $94.28 per share. The strike price, which is subject to certain adjustments, corresponds to the initial conversion price of the 2029 Notes. The 2029 Capped Calls are intended to offset any cash payments and/or cash equivalent value of ordinary shares upon conversion of the 2029 Notes if the market value per ordinary share is greater than the strike price, with such offsets being subject to the initial cap price of $94.28 per share. However, the proceeds under the 2029 Capped Calls are limited to the initial cap price in the event the Company’s share price exceeds the cap price at the time of conversion. The 2029 Capped Calls expire on March 15, 2029, and must be settled in cash. The 2029 Capped Calls are subject to anti-dilution adjustments substantially similar to those applicable to the 2029 Notes and cover the number of LivaNova’s ordinary shares underlying the 2029 Notes. If the 2029 Capped Calls are terminated early, settlement occurs at their termination value, which is equal to their fair value at the time of the early termination. For transaction costs associated with entering into the 2029 Capped Calls, refer to “Additions” in the “Reconciliation of Level 3 Assets and Liabilities” table within “Note 8. Fair Value Measurements.”
Embedded Derivatives
The 2025 Notes and 2029 Notes each include terms resulting in a bifurcated embedded derivative. The Embedded Derivatives are measured at fair value using a binomial lattice model and estimated discounted cash flows that utilize observable and unobservable market data and are adjusted at the end of each reporting period, with the unrealized gain or loss reflected in foreign exchange and other income/(expense) in the consolidated statements of income (loss). For additional information, refer to “Note 9. Financing Arrangements.”
Counterparty Credit Risk
LivaNova is exposed to credit risk in the event of non-performance by the counterparties to the Company’s derivatives.
The Option Counterparties are financial institutions. To limit LivaNova’s credit risk, the Company selected financial institutions with a minimum long-term investment grade credit rating. LivaNova’s exposure to the credit risk of the Option Counterparties is not secured by any collateral. If one or more of the Option Counterparties becomes subject to insolvency proceedings, LivaNova will become an unsecured creditor in those proceedings, with a claim equal to the Company’s exposure at that time under the 2025 Capped Calls and/or 2029 Capped Calls, as applicable, with that Option Counterparty.
To manage credit risk with respect to LivaNova’s other derivatives, the Company selects and periodically reviews counterparties based on credit ratings, limits its exposure with respect to each counterparty, and monitors their respective market positions. However, if one or more of these counterparties were in a liability position to the Company and were unable to meet their obligations, any transactions with the counterparty could be subject to early termination, which could result in substantial losses for the Company.
Cash Flow Hedges
Historically, LivaNova entered into interest rate swaps associated with the Initial Term Facility, which qualified for and were designated as cash flow hedges. The Company’s outstanding interest rate swaps expired on April 6, 2023. LivaNova elected not to renew the interest rate swaps. Interest expense associated with the Initial Term Facility is principally offset by holding proceeds from the Term Facilities in a depository account, which earns a floating rate of interest.
The pre-tax gains (losses) for derivative contracts designated as cash flow hedges recognized in OCI and the amount reclassified to earnings from AOCI were as follows (in thousands):
Interest rate swap contracts Interest expense $ (433) $ 533
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FX derivative contracts SG&A — (5,165)
Interest rate swap contracts Interest expense 914 $ (52)
Balance Sheet Presentation
LivaNova offsets fair value amounts associated with its derivative instruments that are executed with the same counterparty under master netting arrangements on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets. Master netting arrangements include a right to set off or net together purchases and sales of similar products in the settlement process.
The following tables present the fair value and the location of derivative contracts reported on the consolidated balance sheets (in thousands):
December 31, 2024 Derivative Assets Derivative Liabilities
Capped call derivatives (2029 Notes) Long-term derivative assets 23,735
Embedded derivative (2025 Notes) Accrued liabilities and other $ 2,915
Embedded derivative (2029 Notes) Long-term derivative liabilities 51,819
FX derivative contracts Prepaid expenses and other current assets 738
Total derivatives not designated as hedging instruments $ 27,097 $ 54,734
December 31, 2023 Derivative Assets Derivative Liabilities
Capped call derivatives (2025 Notes) Long-term derivative assets $ 38,496
Embedded derivative (2025 Notes) Long-term derivative liabilities $ 45,569
FX derivative contracts Accrued liabilities and other 3,883
Total derivatives not designated as hedging instruments $ 38,496 $ 49,452
(1)For the classification of inputs used to evaluate the fair value of LivaNova’s derivatives, refer to “Note 8. Fair Value Measurements.”
Note 8. Fair Value Measurements
LivaNova reviews its fair value hierarchy classification on a quarterly basis. Changes in the ability to observe valuation inputs may result in a reclassification of levels for certain securities in the fair value hierarchy. Excluding LivaNova’s investment in Ceribell, Inc., as discussed in “Note 6. Investments,” there were no transfers between Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 during the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, or 2022.
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Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis
The following tables present the level in the fair value hierarchy at which the Company’s assets and liabilities are measured on a recurring basis (in thousands):
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Assets
Investment with readily determinable fair value Investments 10,144 10,144 — —
Liabilities
Contingent consideration arrangements Contingent consideration 84,218 — — 84,218
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Assets
Convertible notes receivable Other assets 275 — — 275
Liabilities
Contingent consideration arrangement Contingent consideration 80,902 — — 80,902
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Reconciliation of Level 3 Assets and Liabilities
The following tables present reconciliations of recurring fair value measurements that use significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) (in thousands):
Cash receipt (22,524) — — — — —
(1)During the year ended December 31, 2024, the contingent consideration change in fair value resulted in an increase of $1.3 million recorded to cost of sales and an increase of $2.0 million recorded to R&D. During the year ended December 31, 2023, the contingent consideration change in fair value resulted in an increase of $3.8 million recorded to cost of sales and an increase of $5.6 million recorded to R&D.
(2)Changes in the fair value of the embedded derivative liabilities and capped call derivative assets are recognized in foreign exchange and other income/(expense) in the consolidated statements of income (loss). Refer to “Note 7. Derivatives and Risk Management” for further information on the changes in fair value as it relates to the embedded and capped call derivatives.
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