Ocugen (OCGN, $6.97) partners with Jubilant HollisterStier to produce COVID-19 vaccine
Shares of Ocugen Inc. in premarket trading on Tuesday, after the company said it chose privately held pharmaceutical contract manufacturer Jubilant HollisterStier, to produce its COVID-19 vaccine (which is still in investigational stage) for the U.S. and Canada. The vaccine, called COVAXIN is not authorized in either country at this time.
“We are fully committed to bringing COVAXIN to the US and Canadian markets because we believe it has the potential to save lives by adding a weapon to the arsenal in the fight against emerging variants,” said J.P. Gabriel, Ocugen’s Senior Vice President, Manufacturing and Supply Chain. “Securing US-based manufacturing capability is a critical step as we prepare to submit our regulatory submissions to the FDA and Health Canada. Based on Bharat Biotech’s strong track record of developing and commercializing vaccines globally and Jubilant’s proven track record in manufacturing, we are well-prepared to transition US manufacturing of COVAXIN to our new partner.”
“We are excited to expand our basket of vaccine products and meet the increasing demand from our customers for COVID-19 vaccines in the US,” said Amit Arora, President Jubilant HollisterStier.
COVAXIN, India's COVID-19 vaccine by Bharat Biotech. It has a vaccine efficacy rate of 78% overall efficacy and 100% in severe COVID-19 disease, in second interim results of Bharat Biotech’s Phase 3 clinical trial.
Momentum Indicator for OCGN turns negative, indicating new downward trend
OCGN saw its Momentum Indicator move below the 0 level on May 17, 2023. This is an indication that the stock could be shifting in to a new downward move. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 100 similar instances where the indicator turned negative. In of the 100 cases, the stock moved further down in the following days. The odds of a decline are at .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for OCGN turned negative on May 24, 2023. 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 52 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 52 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 OCGN 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 Aroon Indicator for OCGN entered a downward trend on May 30, 2023. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Bullish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 6 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an Uptrend is expected.
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 5 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where OCGN advanced for three days, in of 205 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
OCGN may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. OCGN’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Seasonality Score of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
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 significantly 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 (1.528) is normal, around the industry mean (24.947). P/E Ratio (0.000) is within average values for comparable stocks, (122.964). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is also within normal values, averaging (4.308). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (0.031) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.000) is also within normal values, averaging (307.036).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average 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 Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. OCGN’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 94, placing this stock worse than average.
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Correlation & Price change
A.I.dvisor indicates that over the last year, OCGN has been closely correlated with INO. These tickers have moved in lockstep 67% of the time. This A.I.-generated data suggests there is a high statistical probability that if OCGN jumps, then INO could also see price increases.
| Ticker / NAME | Correlation To OCGN | 1D Price Change % | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCGN | 100% | -1.80% | ||
| INO - OCGN | 67% Closely correlated | -4.44% | ||
| BEAM - OCGN | 66% Loosely correlated | +1.91% | ||
| EDIT - OCGN | 66% Loosely correlated | +4.03% | ||
| VXRT - OCGN | 65% Loosely correlated | +2.46% | ||
| SANA - OCGN | 63% Loosely correlated | +1.33% | ||
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