Artivion (AORT) Plunges 3.90% on Debt Concerns

Artivion (AORT) shares fell 3.90% today, marking the fourth consecutive day of decline, with a total drop of 11.42% over the past four days. The stock price hit its lowest level since May 2024, with an intraday decline of 4.81%.

Artivion's significant debt load is the primary factor impacting its stock price. As of December 2024, the company had a net debt of approximately US$260.9 million. The balance sheet shows liabilities exceeding cash and near-term receivables by US$373.5 million. Additionally, Artivion has a high net debt to EBITDA ratio of 5.0 and weak interest coverage, indicating a substantial debt burden. Despite an 86% growth in EBIT over the past year, the company has experienced a cash outflow over the past two years, raising concerns about its ability to manage debt without further diluting shareholders.