BioMarin stock touches 52-week low at $60.77 amid challenges

Published 01/16/2025, 09:36 AM
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BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ:BMRN) stock has reached a 52-week low, dipping to $60.77, representing a significant drop from its 52-week high of $94.85. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains strong fundamentals with a market capitalization of $11.7 billion and impressive revenue growth of 19.1% over the last twelve months. Over the past year, the stock has seen a significant decline, with a 1-year change showing a decrease of -34.04%. While 14 analysts have revised their earnings downward for the upcoming period, InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock is currently undervalued, with additional ProTips and comprehensive research available through the Pro Research Report. This downturn reflects broader market trends and specific challenges within the biopharmaceutical sector, including regulatory hurdles and competitive pressures that have weighed on the company's performance. Investors are closely monitoring BioMarin's strategic moves to navigate through these challenges and revitalize growth, with net income expected to grow this year despite current headwinds.

In other recent news, BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. reported strong earnings and revenue results, with a 28% year-over-year growth, reaching $746 million in the third quarter of 2024. The surge was largely driven by a 50% increase in sales of its achondroplasia treatment, Voxzogo. The company also raised its revenue guidance for 2024 to $2.79 billion - $2.825 billion and updated its non-GAAP diluted EPS target to $3.25 - $3.35. These recent developments showcase BioMarin's robust financial health and effective debt management.

Goldman Sachs reiterated its Buy rating on BioMarin, maintaining a $127.00 price target. The firm's endorsement comes as BioMarin seeks to strengthen Voxzogo's market position amidst competitive pressures. BioMarin is pursuing an injunction to prevent the launch of competitor Ascendis Pharma (NASDAQ:ASND)'s TransCon CNP in 18 European Union countries, a decision expected within the next 12 to 15 months.

BioMarin plans to expand Voxzogo's reach into 20 additional markets by 2027, supported by strong liquidity metrics and healthy cash flows. The company is also focusing on expanding its indications, with approval and launch of treatment for hypochondroplasia anticipated by 2027. Lastly, BioMarin is preparing for 11 high-impact product launches by 2034, with pivotal data for Voxzogo in hypochondroplasia expected in 2026.

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