Advancing transformation into a diversified biomedical innovation company with a clear path to cash flow positive
Oramed strategic transaction receives shareholder approval; Lifeward gains new oral protein delivery technology platform
Lifeward already executing new strategy through acquisition of powered upper-body exoskeleton technology
Lower operating expenses and cash usage reflect improved operational efficiency
HUDSON, Mass. and YOKNEAM ILLIT, Israel, March 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lifeward Ltd. (Nasdaq: LFWD) ("Lifeward" or the "Company"), a global leader in innovative medical technology to transform the lives of people with physical limitations or disabilities, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025.
"We are entering 2026 with a pivotal transaction that establishes Lifeward as a diversified biomedical innovation company positioned for long-term growth and sustainability," said Mark Grant, CEO of Lifeward. "The transformative strategic investment agreement with Oramed introduces an entirely new technology platform to Lifeward through Oramed's Protein Oral Delivery (POD(TM)) technology, while Oramed continues to fund and manage development of the clinical pipeline, whose lead asset is oral insulin. This transaction significantly expands our innovation pipeline while allowing us to maintain focus on operational execution and growth in our core neuro-rehabilitation Medtech business."
"With shareholder approval secured and the transaction expected to close shortly, we believe this partnership, which includes financing agreements with Oramed, provides a cash runway and positions Lifeward on a clear path toward achieving cash flow positive. While 2025 was a transition year for Lifeward as we repositioned the Company for its next phase of growth, in 2026 we are already executing on our strategy to become a diversified biomedical innovation company. Our acquisition of a powered upper-body exoskeleton technology is a strong example of this approach: it complements our ReWalk$(R)$ platform, leverages the same sales, distribution and reimbursement infrastructure we have already built, and adds scale to our operations while delivering life-enhancing solutions to patients. As we continue to evaluate additional accretive transactions and build a robust pipeline of high-value clinical assets, we remain focused on growing revenues through our commercialized neuro-rehabilitation products and achieving positive cash flow," Grant concluded.
Recent Corporate Highlights
-- Transformative Strategic Agreement with Oramed
Lifeward has received shareholder approval for a transformative strategic investment and technology collaboration agreement with Oramed Pharmaceuticals. Lifeward will acquire Oramed's clinical-stage proprietary POD$(TM)$ technology platform while Oramed receives up to 49.99% equity ownership of Lifeward. The transaction positions the Company to participate in the development of oral biologic therapies and to receive up to $47 million in additional funding from Oramed, providing a runway to cash flow positive. Importantly, Oramed will fund the clinical development associated with the platform, enabling Lifeward to access a potentially high-value technology while limiting capital requirements. ORMD-0801, the POD(TM) technology's lead drug candidate, has the potential to create a new paradigm in the treatment of type 2 diabetes by orally delivering insulin at an earlier stage of treatment. Earlier treatment has the potential to curb disease progression and delay late-stage complications. Based on an extensive analysis of Phase 2 and Phase 3 data, Oramed plans to initiate a 60-patient U.S.-based clinical trial. Lifeward anticipates closing the transaction following the satisfaction of additional customary closing conditions.
-- Executing Strategic Expansion Through Acquisition of Upper-Body
Exoskeleton Technology
Demonstrating early execution of its new strategic direction, Lifeward has entered into an agreement to acquire a powered upper-body exoskeleton technology with integrated AI capabilities. The technology is designed to assist individuals with upper-limb mobility limitations and represents a natural extension of Lifeward's leadership in wearable robotic rehabilitation solutions. The platform is highly complementary to Lifeward's existing ReWalk ecosystem, enabling the Company to leverage its established clinical relationships, distribution network and reimbursement channels to accelerate commercialization and deliver innovative solutions to a broader patient population. Lifeward expects the new upper-body exoskeleton to be ready for commercial launch within approximately 18 to 24 months, following additional development and regulatory approvals, and expects attractive gross margins and favorable unit economics over time.
-- Expanding Reimbursement Coverage for ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton
Lifeward achieved meaningful progress in reimbursement coverage for the ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton with Aetna, Humana, and UnitedHealthcare all adding Medicare Advantage coverage for the device. Together, these payers provide access to approximately 16 million covered lives in the United States. This milestone represents a significant step forward in improving patient access and reinforces the growing recognition of the clinical value of robotic exoskeleton technology for individuals with spinal cord injuries.
-- Advancing Clinical Collaboration with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Lifeward also announced a collaboration with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, a globally recognized leader in rehabilitation research and care. The collaboration is designed to expand clinical research and training initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes and advancing the use of robotic rehabilitation technologies. Through this partnership, Lifeward expects to further strengthen clinical evidence supporting its technologies and accelerate adoption across rehabilitation centers.
-- Expanding International Distribution of ReWalk Personal
Lifeward continued to grow its global footprint by expanding international distribution of the ReWalk(R) Personal Exoskeleton into Mexico, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates through an agreement with Verita Neuro in a partner-led and capital-efficient model.
-- Transformation of U.S. Sales and Distribution Infrastructure
During the latter half of 2025, Lifeward advanced a significant transformation of its U.S. commercial infrastructure, transitioning to a hybrid sales model that combines direct efforts with strategic channel partnerships. These partnerships require time to scale and are not yet fully reflected in current revenue. Lifeward's U.S. commercial structure is now focused across three key areas: direct-to-patient engagement, capital equipment sales to institutional customers, and expanded payer and reimbursement capabilities. Strengthening reimbursement remains central to the Company's strategy, as it enhances patient access and supports broader adoption of its neuro-rehabilitation products. These initiatives are expected to improve sales execution, deepen payer relationships, and drive meaningful growth as their impact builds in the coming quarters.
-- Operational Efficiency Continues to Improve
Throughout 2025, Lifeward maintained a strong focus on operational discipline and efficiency, achieving improvements in operating performance on both a quarterly and full-year basis. GAAP operating expenses for the full year decreased by 25%, while non-GAAP operating expenses, which do not include a one-time impairment charge and better reflect the ongoing improvements in operations efficiency, declined by 12%. These efforts support Lifeward's objective of driving sustainable growth and achieving positive cash flow while building high-value clinical assets that address substantial unmet clinical needs.
Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Revenue was $5.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to $7.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, a decrease of $2.4 million, or approximately 33%. Revenue from the sale of ReWalk Personal exoskeletons increased by 20% to $1.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 driven by higher reimbursed unit sales. This was partially offset by a decline in sales of the MyoCycle FES bike by 90% to $0.1 million, primarily reflecting the transition away from an exclusive distribution arrangement and the Company's strategic focus on its proprietary product portfolio. Revenue from the sale of AlterG products and services was $3.2 million, a decline of 43% from the same period in 2024. This was primarily due to timing factors from one international distributor that placed larger orders in Q4 2024 and plans to resume orders in 2026.
Gross margin was 21.4% during the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to 24.4% in the fourth quarter of 2024. On a non-GAAP basis, which excludes the amortization of purchase price allocation adjustments, stock-based compensation expense, and inventory write-downs, as detailed in the attached non-GAAP reconciliation table, adjusted gross margin was 32.6% in the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to 45.5% in the prior-year quarter. The year-over-year decrease was primarily driven by lower sales volumes and the resulting reduced absorption of fixed manufacturing overhead, as well as higher tariffs and freight expenses.
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