Biogen (BIIB, $263.75) issues weaker-than-expected guidance for the year
Biogen posted fourth quarter adjusted earnings of $4.58 a share, which is lower than Bloomberg analyst consensus forecast of $4.80.
The biotech company’s revenue for the quarter fell -22% year-over-year to $2.85 billion. The analyst consensus was $2.8 billion.
Biogen’s guidance on net income of $17 to $18.50 a share for this year is below the average analyst forecast of $25.09 (according to Bloomberg). Revenue projection of $10.45 billion to $10.75 billion is also behind analysts’ estimate of $11.2 billion.
The company is expecting a regulatory decision in the U.S. on aducanumab for Alzheimer’s disease in June as well as “pivotal trial readouts” in postpartum depression, major depressive disorder, ALS, and choroideremia, according to Chief Executive Michel Vounatsos.
BIIB sees its 50-day moving average cross bullishly above its 200-day moving average
The 50-day moving average for BIIB moved above the 200-day moving average on September 25, 2025. This could be a long-term bullish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an upward trend.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on October 23, 2025. You may want to consider a long position or call options on BIIB as a result. In of 90 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where BIIB advanced for three days, in of 262 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In of 163 cases where BIIB Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are .
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for BIIB moved out of overbought territory on October 06, 2025. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 20 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In of the 20 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at .
The Stochastic Oscillator entered the overbought zone. Expect a price pull-back in the foreseeable future.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for BIIB turned negative on October 13, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 58 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 58 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where BIIB declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
BIIB broke above its upper Bollinger Band on October 01, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. BIIB’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (1.246) is normal, around the industry mean (9.835). P/E Ratio (14.344) is within average values for comparable stocks, (24.202). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (2.212) is also within normal values, averaging (1.912). BIIB has a moderately low Dividend Yield (0.000) as compared to the industry average of (0.028). P/S Ratio (2.193) is also within normal values, averaging (3.528).
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. BIIB’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 78, placing this stock worse than average.
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a manufacturer of therapies for people living with neurological, autoimmune and hematologic disorders
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