$MRNA, $GMAB, $BNTX, $BGNE, $LEGN, $ALNY all dropped by over 10% in the past week.
Stocks in the biotechnology group experienced a more pronounced decline last week, with an average drop of around 10%. Our recommendations were to sell or initiate short positions. You can check signals for these stocks in the following bot: Swing-Trader-High-Volatility-Stocks-for-Active-Trading-TA-FA
Group Biotechnology Highlights: Market Cap The average market capitalization across the group is $25.3 billion. Market caps for tickers in the group range from $13 billion to $41.2 billion. MRNA holds the highest valuation in this group at $41.2 billion, while the lowest valued company is LEGN at $13 billion.
High and Low Price Notable News The average weekly price growth across all stocks in the group was -9.69%. For the same group, the average monthly price growth was -4.47%, and the average quarterly price growth was -11.7%. ALNY experienced the highest price growth at -5.69%, while MRNA experienced the largest decline at -13.99%.
- 7/28/23 4:21 PM: Moderna (MRNA, $118.51) was a top loser this week, declining by -5.02%.
- 6/14/23 8:29 AM: BioNTech SE American Depositary Share (BNTX, $115.6) was a top weekly gainer, with a +5.23% increase.
- 5/25/23 7:44 AM: Legend Biotech (LEGN, $66.04) was a top loser this week, declining by -7.44%.
Volume The average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the group was 3.83%. For the same stocks in the group, the average monthly volume growth was 9.48%, and the average quarterly volume growth was 2.28%.
Fundamental Analysis Ratings The average fundamental analysis ratings, with 1 being the best and 100 being the worst, are as follows:
- Valuation Rating: 64
- P/E Growth Rating: 73
- Price Growth Rating: 64
- SMR Rating: 68
- Profit Risk Rating: 72
- Seasonality Score: 2 (-100 ... +100)
Notable Companies The most notable companies in this group are Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:REGN), Moderna (NASDAQ:MRNA), Incyte Corp (NASDAQ:INCY), Sarepta Therapeutics (NASDAQ:SRPT), Exelixis (NASDAQ:EXEL), Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:ARWR), BioCryst Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:BCRX), Adaptive Biotechnologies Corp (NASDAQ:ADPT), Novavax (NASDAQ:NVAX), and Nektar Therapeutics (NASDAQ:NKTR).
Industry Description Biotechnology involves genetic or protein engineering to produce medicines and therapies for treating and preventing ailments. The industry also provides crucial ingredients for diagnostics. This multi-billion-dollar industry heavily focuses on research and development, striving to come up with cutting-edge solutions for health. Opportunities for growth arise from new discoveries for disease treatment. However, these discoveries must obtain regulatory approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before reaching the markets. Companies like Amgen Inc., Gilead Sciences, Inc., and Celgene Corporation exemplify the industry.
Industry Market Cap The average market capitalization across the Biotechnology Industry is $2.1 billion. Market caps for tickers in the industry range from $402 million to $361.8 billion. NONOF holds the highest valuation in this group at $361.8 billion, while the lowest valued company is PNEXF at $402 million.
Industry High and Low Price Notable News The average weekly price growth across all stocks in the Biotechnology Industry was -4.22%. For the same industry, the average monthly price growth was -2.98%, and the average quarterly price growth was 10.93%. VTGN experienced the highest price growth at 617.03%, while ARAV experienced the largest decline at -82.26%.
- 7/28/23 4:21 PM: Moderna (MRNA, $118.51) was a top loser this week, declining by -5.02%.
- 6/14/23 8:29 AM: BioNTech SE American Depositary Share (BNTX, $115.6) was a top weekly gainer, with a +5.23% increase.
- 5/25/23 7:44 AM: Legend Biotech (LEGN, $66.04) was a top loser this week, declining by -7.44%.
Volume in the Industry The average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the Biotechnology Industry was -3.14%. For the same stocks in the industry, the average monthly volume growth was -24.5%, and the average quarterly volume growth was -0.24%.
Fundamental Analysis Ratings for the Industry The average fundamental analysis ratings, with 1 being the best and 100 being the worst, are as follows:
- Valuation Rating: 50
- P/E Growth Rating: 87
- Price Growth Rating: 65
- SMR Rating: 93
- Profit Risk Rating: 95
- Seasonality Score: 0 (-100 ... +100)
MRNA's Stochastic Oscillator has remained in the oversold zone for 7 days. The extended duration in the oversold zone suggests that the price of this ticker is likely to rebound soon, as an extended stay in the oversold zone often signals a more imminent uptrend.
Stock Forecast, Price, News, Quote: The current price of $101.20 has crossed the resistance line at $175.56 and is currently trading between the $175.56 resistance and the $69.57 support lines. Over the period of 07/05/23 - 08/04/23, the price experienced a -12% downtrend. During the week of 07/28/23 - 08/04/23, the stock fell by -9%.
Aroon Indicator for GMAB shows a potential upward move: GMAB's Aroon Indicator signaled a bullish trend on August 04, 2023. Tickeron's A.I. advisor detected that the AroonUp green line is above 70 while the AroonDown red line is below 30. When the AroonUp indicator rises above 70 and the AroonDown indicator remains below 30, it suggests that the stock could be primed for a bullish move. Traders might consider buying the stock or exploring call options. A.I. advisor analyzed 323 similar instances where the Aroon Indicator displayed a similar pattern. In 242 out of 323 cases, the stock moved higher in the days following the signal. This indicates a 75% chance of a higher price movement.
Stock Forecast, Price, News, Quote: The current price of $37.60 has breached the resistance line at $40.41 and is currently trading between the $40.41 resistance and the $34.02 support lines. Over the period of 07/05/23 - 08/04/23, the price experienced a -3% downtrend. During the week of 07/28/23 - 08/04/23, the stock fell by -11%. BNTX is in an upward trend: its price may rebound because it broke its lower Bollinger Band on July 26, 2023. BNTX may climb back above the lower band and trend towards the middle band. Traders could consider purchasing the stock or exploring call options. In 24 out of 26 instances where BNTX's price breached its lower Bollinger Band, its price further increased in the following month. The probability of a continued upward trend stands at 90%.
Stock Forecast, Price, News, Quote: The current price of $98.50 has surpassed the resistance line at $153.18 and is currently trading between the $153.18 resistance and the $81.33 support lines. Over the period of 07/05/23 - 08/04/23, the price experienced a -2% downtrend. During the week of 07/28/23 - 08/04/23, the stock fell by -0.88%. BGNE's 50-day moving average has crossed bearishly below its 200-day moving average on July 17, 2023. This development could signal a long-term bearish trend for the stock as it shifts to a downward trajectory.
Stock Forecast, Price, News, Quote: The current price of $187.52 is below the lowest resistance line found by A.I. at $239.67. Over the period of 07/05/23 - 08/04/23, the price experienced a +6% uptrend, while the week of 07/28/23 - 08/04/23 reflects a -10% downtrend.
Aroon Indicator for MRNA shows an upward move is likely
MRNA's Aroon Indicator triggered a bullish signal on March 24, 2025. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor detected that the AroonUp green line is above 70 while the AroonDown red line is below 30. When the up indicator moves above 70 and the down indicator remains below 30, it is a sign that the stock could be setting up for a bullish move. Traders may want to buy the stock or look to buy calls options. A.I.dvisor looked at 180 similar instances where the Aroon Indicator showed a similar pattern. In of the 180 cases, the stock moved higher in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a move higher at .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator is in the oversold zone. Keep an eye out for a move up in the foreseeable future.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where MRNA advanced for three days, in of 283 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
MRNA may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on March 26, 2025. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on MRNA as a result. In of 80 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for MRNA turned negative on March 26, 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 38 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 38 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 MRNA declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding 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 Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued 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 (1.116) is normal, around the industry mean (13.948). P/E Ratio (0.000) is within average values for comparable stocks, (66.289). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is also within normal values, averaging (1.930). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (0.025) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (3.779) is also within normal values, averaging (240.137).
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. MRNA’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to 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 Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. MRNA’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 95, placing this stock worse than average.
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General Information
a developer of transformative medicines for patients
Industry Biotechnology