Syneron Medical Ltd. Reports First Quarter 2011 Results

YOKNEAM, ISRAEL--(Marketwire - May 19, 2011) - Syneron Medical Ltd. (NASDAQ: ELOS), the leading global aesthetic device company, today announced first quarter 2011 financial results for the three month period ended March 31, 2011.

First Quarter 2011 Year-Over-Year Financial Highlights Include:

-- Revenue of $49.8 million, up 15.8% -- International revenue of $33.4 million, up 17.5% -- North America revenue of $16.4 million, up 12.6% -- Non-GAAP gross margin of 53.5%, up from 47.4% -- Non-GAAP net income of $0.2 million and non-GAAP EPS of $0.01, compared to a net loss of $4.9 million and a loss per share of $0.14 -- PAD segment non-GAAP operating income of $3.2 million, or 6.8% of revenue, compared to an operating loss of $4.7 million -- Cash and investments portfolio of $211.4 million at March 31, 2011 

Louis P. Scafuri, Chief Executive Officer of Syneron, commented, “Total revenue in the first quarter grew 15.8% over the prior year, driven by the Company’s innovative and clinically validated product portfolio, our broad geographical coverage, and record sales of consumables. Over the last several months, we have generated significant interest in our recent product introductions and have leveraged our presence at several of the largest aesthetic industry conferences to support these launches. We are particularly pleased with the early feedback from the initial U.S. launch of the elure™ Advanced Skin Lightning Technology and believe that its proven safety and efficacy profile gives it the potential to become the market leader for skin lightning products.

“During the quarter we announced the formation of a new subsidiary, Syneron Beauty, that is focused on products for the direct-to-consumer, home-use market. Within Syneron Beauty, sales of the me home-use hair removal system and the Tända™ family of home-use light therapy products tracked in-line with our expectations and we believe we are well positioned to continue gaining traction in this important segment of the market.

“In addition to the growth we experienced in the first quarter, we are also pleased with the recent ruling in Candela’s patent litigation with Palomar Medical Technologies. The U.S. District Court in Massachusetts ruled that Candela does not infringe eleven of the twelve patent claims at issue, a significant victory for Candela. Yesterday, the judge set October 3, 2011 as our trial date and we feel confident that the single remaining Palomar claim will be defeated at trial once the facts are presented in Court.”

Revenue: First quarter 2011 revenue was $49.8 million, an increase of 15.8% compared to $43.0 million in the first quarter 2010. International revenue in the first quarter 2011 was $33.4 million, an increase of 17.5% compared to $28.4 million in the first quarter 2010. First quarter 2011 revenue in North America was $16.4 million, an increase of 12.6% compared to $14.6 million in the first quarter 2010.

Non-GAAP Financial Highlights for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2011:

Gross Margin: First quarter 2011 gross margin was 53.5%, compared to 47.4% in the first quarter 2010.

Operating Income (loss): First quarter 2011 operating income was $0.6 million, compared to an operating loss of $6.0 million in the first quarter 2010. First quarter 2011 operating income represented 1.2% of revenue in the quarter, compared to an operating loss of 14.0% of revenue in the first quarter 2010.

The significant improvement in operating income (loss) was primarily driven by: higher sales mix of Syneron products and consumables, which benefit from increased cross selling; higher production and sales volume; and operational efficiency and cost cutting measures implemented since the first quarter 2010.

Net Income (loss): First quarter 2011 net income was $0.2 million, compared to a net loss of $4.9 million in the first quarter 2010.

Earnings (loss) Per Share: First quarter 2011 earnings per share (basic and diluted) was $0.01, compared to a loss per share of $0.14 in the first quarter 2010.

GAAP Financial Highlights for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2011:

Gross Margin: First quarter 2011 gross margin was 51.4%, compared to 34.5% in the first quarter 2010.

Operating Income (loss): First quarter 2011 operating loss was $2.6 million, compared to an operating loss of $29.9 million in the first quarter 2010.

The significant improvement in operating loss was primarily driven by: higher sales mix of Syneron products and consumables, which benefit from increased cross selling; higher production and sales volume; and operational efficiency and cost cutting measures implemented since the first quarter 2010.

Net Income (loss): First quarter 2011 net loss was $2.4 million, compared to a net loss of $22.5 million in the first quarter of 2010.

Loss Per Share: First quarter 2011 loss per share was $0.07, compared to a loss per share of $0.66 in the first quarter 2010.

Cash Position: As of March 31, 2011, cash and cash equivalents, including short-term and long-term bank deposits and investments in marketable securities, were $211.4 million.

Asaf Alperovitz, Chief Financial Officer of Syneron, commented, “Our first quarter 2011 results in the PAD segment demonstrated a significant year-over-year improvement in margins that we believe is indicative of the potential leverage we can drive from the combined Syneron and Candela business. Our PAD revenue included sales from the initial launches of the ePrime™ Energy-Based Dermal Volumizer™ and CO2RE Fractional CO2 Resurfacing System.”

Mr. Alperovitz added, “During the quarter we continued to invest in our Emerging Business Units, or EBU, including the U.S. launch activities for elure, the European launch of the me home-use hair removal system and the continued roll out of the Tända LED systems and Light Instruments’ dental laser devices. While the costs associated with these activities reduced profitability in the quarter, we feel confident that these activities will drive long-term revenue growth and profitability as we are able to increase adoption of our EBU products. On a consolidated basis, while we will continue to invest in driving growth in the EBU segment, we expect growth in sales of higher margin products from both segments to continue to increase our overall profitability.”

Unaudited Non-GAAP segment results for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010 (in thousands): For the three-months ended -------------------------------------- March March 31, % of 31, % of % of 2011 Revenues 2010 Revenues Change -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- Revenue Professional Aesthetic Devices $ 46,906 94.2% $ 42,242 98.2% 11.0% Emerging Business Units 2,906 5.8% 760 1.8% 282.4% -------- -------- Total revenues $ 49,812 100.0% $ 43,002 100.0% 15.8% ======== ======== Operating income (loss) Professional Aesthetic Devices $ 3,187 6.8% $ (4,674) -11.1% -168.2% Emerging Business Units (2,573) -88.5% (1,329) -174.9% 93.6% -------- -------- Total operating income (loss) $ 614 1.2% $ (6,003) -14.0% -110.2% ======== ======== Unaudited GAAP segment results for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010 (in thousands): For the three-months ended ------------------------------------------ March 31, % of March 31, % of % of 2011 Revenues 2010 Revenues Change --------- --------- --------- --------- --------- Revenue Professional Aesthetic Devices $ 46,877 94.2% $ 42,242 98.2% 11.0% Emerging Business Units 2,906 5.8% 760 1.8% 282.4% --------- --------- Total revenues $ 49,783 100.0% $ 43,002 100.0% 15.8% ========= ========= Operating loss Professional Aesthetic Devices $ (34) -0.1% $ (28,541) -67.6% -99.9% Emerging Business Units (2,573) -88.5% (1,329) -174.9% 93.6% --------- --------- Total operating loss $ (2,607) -5.2% $ (29,870) -69.5% -91.3% ========= ========= 

Use of Non-GAAP Measures

This press release provides financial measures for gross margin, net income (loss), net income (loss) per basic and diluted share, which exclude one-time expenses relating to the mergers with Candela Corporation and Primaeva Medical Inc, one-time income due to reversal of a deferred gain related to the merger with Candela Corporation, and an expense charge related to stock-based compensation and amortization and are therefore not calculated in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Management believes that these non-GAAP financial measures provide meaningful supplemental information regarding our performance because it reflects our operational results and enhances management’s and investors’ ability to evaluate the Company’s gross margin, net loss and net loss per basic and diluted share. The presentation of this non-GAAP financial information is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP. Management uses both GAAP and non-GAAP measures when evaluating the business internally and, therefore, felt it important to make these non-GAAP adjustments available to investors. A reconciliation of each GAAP to non-GAAP financial measure discussed in this press release is contained in the accompanying financial tables.

Conference call

Syneron management will host its first quarter 2011 earnings conference call today at 8:30 a.m. ET. Syneron will be broadcasting live via the Investor Relations section of its Web site, www.syneron.com. To access the call, enter the Syneron Web site, then click on the Investor Relations - Overview and select “Q1 2011 Results Web Cast.”

Participants are encouraged to log on at least 15 minutes prior to the conference call in order to download the applicable audio software. The call can be heard live or with an on-line replay which will follow. Those interested in participating in the call and the question and answer session should dial 877-844-6886 in the U.S., and 970-315-0315 from overseas. The conference pass code is: 57960083.

About Syneron Medical Ltd.

Syneron Medical Ltd. (NASDAQ: ELOS) is the leading global aesthetic device company with a comprehensive product portfolio and a global distribution footprint. The Company’s technology enables physicians to provide advanced solutions for a broad range of medical-aesthetic applications including body contouring, hair removal, wrinkle reduction, rejuvenation of the skin’s appearance through the treatment of superficial benign vascular and pigmented lesions, and the treatment of acne, leg veins and cellulite. The Company sells its products under two distinct brands, Syneron and Candela. Founded in 2000, the corporate, R&D, and manufacturing headquarters for Syneron Medical Ltd. are located in Israel. Syneron also has R&D and manufacturing operations in the US. The Company markets and services and supports its products in 90 countries. It has offices in North America, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, UK, Australia, China, Japan, and Hong Kong and distributors worldwide. Additional information can be found at www.syneron.com.

SAFE HARBOR FOR FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Any statements contained in this document regarding future expectations, beliefs, goals, plans or prospects constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Further, any statements that are not statements of historical fact (including statements containing “believes,” “anticipates,” “plans,” “expects,” “may,” “will,” “would,” “intends,” “estimates” and similar expressions) should also be considered to be forward-looking statements. There are a number of important factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements, including the risk that the businesses of Syneron and Candela may not be integrated successfully; the risk that the merger transaction with Candela may involve unexpected costs or unexpected liabilities; the risk that synergies from the merger transaction may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected; the risk that disruptions from the merger transaction make it more difficult to maintain relationships with customers, employees, or suppliers; as well as the risks set forth in Syneron Medical Ltd.'s most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F, and the other factors described in the filings that Syneron Medical Ltd. makes with the SEC from time to time. If one or more of these factors materialize, or if any underlying assumptions prove incorrect, Syneron Medical Ltd.'s actual results, performance or achievements may vary materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.

In addition, the statements in this document reflect the expectations and beliefs of Syneron Medical Ltd. as of the date of this document. Syneron Medical Ltd. anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause its expectations and beliefs to change. However, while Syneron Medical Ltd. may elect to update these forward-looking statements publicly in the future, it specifically disclaims any obligation to do so. The forward-looking statements of Syneron Medical Ltd. do not reflect the potential impact of any future dispositions or strategic transactions that may be undertaken. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Syneron Medical Ltd.'s views as of any date after the date of this document.

Syneron, the Syneron logo, eMatrix and elos are trademarks of Syneron Medical Ltd. and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. The elos (Electro-Optical Synergy) technology is a proprietary technology of Syneron Medical Ltd. All other names are the property of their respective owners.

*PAD: Professional Aesthetic Device segment, which includes the results of the Syneron and Candela device businesses

 Syneron Medical Ltd. Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Loss (in thousands, except per share data) For the three-months ended -------------------- March 31, March 31, 2011 2010 --------- --------- Revenues $ 49,783 $ 43,002 Cost of revenues 24,194 28,169 --------- --------- Gross profit 25,589 14,833 Operating expenses: Sales and marketing 13,975 20,823 General and administrative 7,254 14,758 Research and development 6,368 7,030 Other expenses 599 2,092 --------- --------- Total operating expenses 28,196 44,703 --------- --------- Loss from operations (2,607) (29,870) Other income: Financial Income, net 334 163 Other income (expenses) 24 (113) --------- --------- Total other income 358 50 --------- --------- Loss before taxes on income (tax benefit) (2,249) (29,820) Taxes on income (tax benefit) 470 (6,203) --------- --------- Loss from operations before non-controlling interest (2,719) (23,617) Net loss attributable to non-controlling interest 342 1,126 --------- --------- Net loss attributable to Syneron shareholders $ (2,377) $ (22,491) ========= ========= Loss per share: Basic and Diluted Loss from operations before non-controlling interest $ (0.08) $ (0.69) Net loss attributable to non-controlling interest 0.01 0.03 --------- --------- Net loss attributable to Syneron shareholders $ (0.07) $ (0.66) --------- --------- Weighted average shares outstanding: Basic and Diluted 34,916 34,023 --------- --------- Syneron Medical Ltd. Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (in thousands) March 31, December 31, 2011 2010 ------------ ------------ (unaudited) (audited) Assets Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 54,772 $ 63,821 Short-term bank deposits 5,248 1,192 Available-for-sale marketable securities 113,874 114,799 Accounts receivable, net 42,819 42,440 Other current assets 13,560 13,868 Inventories, net 25,620 22,720 ------------ ------------ Total current assets 255,893 258,840 ------------ ------------ Non-current assets: Severance pay fund 360 334 Long-term deposits and others 3,821 2,744 Long-term available-for-sale marketable securities 36,004 37,721 Investments in affiliated companies 7,969 7,969 Property and equipment, net 4,304 4,029 Intangible assets, net 37,710 39,639 Goodwill 18,601 18,579 Deferred taxes 4,690 4,930 ------------ ------------ Total non-current assets 113,459 115,945 ------------ ------------ Total assets $ 369,352 $ 374,785 ============ ============ Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity Current liabilities: Short term bank credit $ - $ 2,737 Accounts payable 17,763 16,644 Deferred Revenues 14,292 14,941 Other accounts payable and accrued expenses 33,463 38,191 ------------ ------------ Total current liabilities 65,518 72,513 ------------ ------------ Non-current liabilities: Contingent consideration liability 11,964 11,365 Deferred Revenues 4,016 4,528 Warranty Accruals 1,065 1,074 Accrued severance pay 575 554 Deferred taxes 5,965 6,215 ------------ ------------ Total non-current liabilities 23,585 23,736 ------------ ------------ Stockholders’ equity: 280,249 278,536 ------------ ------------ Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 369,352 $ 374,785 ============ ============ Syneron Medical Ltd. Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (in thousands) For the three months ended: -------------------- March 31, March 31, 2011 2010 --------- --------- Cash flows from operating activities: Net loss before non-controlling interest $ (2,719) $ (23,617) Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used by operating activities: Share-based compensation expense 670 782 Depreciation and amortization 2,425 2,218 Impairments of available-for-sale marketable securities and other intangible assets - 1,608 Realized loss, changes in accrued interest, and amortization of premium on marketable securities 413 329 Revaluation of contingent liability 599 580 Changes in operating assets and liabilities Accounts receivable 109 6,328 Inventories (2,648) 11,966 Other current assets 205 (765) Deferred taxes (7) 262 Accrued severance pay, net (5) 10 Accounts payable 1,106 (341) Deferred revenue (1,304) (2,148) Accrued warranty costs (157) (659) Other accrued liabilities (4,517) 3,367 --------- --------- Net cash used by operating activities (5,830) (80) --------- --------- Cash flows from investing activities: Purchases of property and equipment (771) (693) Investments in long-term deposits and others (1,077) - Proceeds from the sale of available-for-sale marketable securities 32,706 54,967 Purchase of available-for-sale marketable securities (30,285) (40,286) Investments in short-term deposits, net (3,977) - Net cash (paid in) received from acquisition of subsidiary - 22,288 Other investing activities (22) 220 --------- --------- Net cash provided by (used by) investing activities (3,426) 36,496 --------- --------- Cash flows from financing activities: Repayment of short term bank credit (2,737) - Proceeds from exercise of stock options 2,878 354 --------- --------- Net cash provided by financing activities 141 354 --------- --------- Effect of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents 66 (363) --------- --------- Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (9,049) 36,407 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 63,821 24,372 --------- --------- Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 54,772 $ 60,779 ========= ========= Syneron Medical Ltd. Unaudited Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Reconciliation (in thousands, except per share data) For the three-months Ended -------------------- March 31, March 31, 2011 2010 --------- --------- GAAP operating loss $ (2,607) $ (29,870) Stock-based compensation 670 782 Amortization of acquired intangible assets 1,943 1,498 Merger, restructuring and other non-recurring items, net 608 21,587 --------- --------- Non-GAAP operating income (loss) $ 614 $ (6,003) ========= ========= GAAP net loss attributable to Syneron shareholders $ (2,377) $ (22,491) Stock-based compensation 670 782 Amortization of acquired intangible assets 1,943 1,498 Merger, restructuring and other non-recurring items, net 608 21,587 Income tax adjustments (614) (6,246) --------- --------- Non-GAAP net income (loss) attributable to Syneron shareholders $ 230 $ (4,870) ========= ========= Income (Loss) per share: Basic GAAP loss per share from operations $ (0.07) $ (0.66) Stock-based compensation 0.02 0.02 Amortization of acquired intangible assets 0.06 0.04 Merger, restructuring and other non-recurring costs 0.02 0.63 Income tax adjustments (0.02) (0.18) --------- --------- Non-GAAP income (loss) per share from operations $ 0.01 $ (0.14) ========= ========= Diluted GAAP loss per share from operations $ (0.07) $ (0.66) Stock-based compensation 0.02 0.02 Amortization of acquired intangible assets 0.06 0.04 Merger, restructuring and other non-recurring costs 0.02 0.63 Income tax adjustments (0.02) (0.18) --------- --------- Non-GAAP income (loss) per share from operations $ 0.01 $ (0.14) ========= ========= Weighted average shares outstanding: Basic 34,916 34,023 --------- --------- Diluted 35,883 34,023 --------- ---------