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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: ABOS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $7.8
1 Year Target Price $7.8
5 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
0 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -47.93% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 67.84M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 7.8 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 7.8 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 0.05 | 52 Weeks Range 0.85 - 3.60 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.85 - 3.60 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.94 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -31.31% | Return on Equity (TTM) -55.68% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value -50791429 | Price to Sales(TTM) 538.78 |
Enterprise Value -50791429 | Price to Sales(TTM) 538.78 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 89.67 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -0.6 | Shares Outstanding 60573400 | Shares Floating 32929531 |
Shares Outstanding 60573400 | Shares Floating 32929531 | ||
Percent Insiders 11.5 | Percent Institutions 72.14 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3 | Target Price 7.8 | Buy - | Strong Buy 5 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 5 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Acumen Pharmaceuticals Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Acumen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel therapies for Alzheimer's disease. It was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia. The company's focus is on targeting toxic soluble amyloid beta (Au03b2) oligomers.
Core Business Areas
- Drug Development: Acumen is primarily involved in the research and development of therapeutic antibodies targeting soluble Au03b2 oligomers for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Its lead product candidate is sabirnetug (ACU193).
Leadership and Structure
Acumen Pharmaceuticals is led by a management team with experience in drug development and Alzheimer's research. The organizational structure includes departments focused on research, clinical development, and business operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Sabirnetug (ACU193): Sabirnetug (ACU193) is Acumen's lead product candidate, a monoclonal antibody designed to selectively target and neutralize toxic soluble Au03b2 oligomers believed to be a primary cause of Alzheimer's disease. Sabirnetug is currently in Phase 1 clinical trials. Market share data is not yet applicable as it is still in clinical development. Competitors in the Alzheimer's disease treatment space include Biogen (Aduhelm), Eisai (Leqembi), and Eli Lilly (donanemab).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The Alzheimer's disease therapeutics market is substantial, driven by an aging global population and the increasing prevalence of the disease. Significant unmet needs persist for effective disease-modifying therapies.
Positioning
Acumen is positioned as a company focusing on a specific target, soluble Au03b2 oligomers, within the broader Alzheimer's disease landscape. Its competitive advantage lies in its selective antibody, which aims to minimize off-target effects and maximize therapeutic benefit.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global Alzheimer's disease market is expected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars in the coming years. Acumen, if successful, aims to capture a significant portion of this market with its targeted therapeutic approach.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Targeted therapeutic approach (soluble Au03b2 oligomers)
- Novel monoclonal antibody (Sabirnetug)
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Early-stage clinical development (Phase 1)
- High risk of clinical trial failure
- Limited financial resources compared to larger pharmaceutical companies
Opportunities
- Potential for breakthrough therapy designation
- Partnerships with larger pharmaceutical companies
- Expansion of pipeline with additional therapeutic candidates
Threats
- Clinical trial failures
- Competition from other Alzheimer's therapies
- Regulatory hurdles and approval delays
- Patent expirations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BIIB
- ESAI
- LLY
Competitive Landscape
Acumen faces intense competition from established pharmaceutical companies with greater resources and more advanced clinical programs. Its advantage lies in its targeted approach, but it faces the challenge of demonstrating superior efficacy and safety.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is reflected in its progression from a research-focused entity to a clinical-stage company.
Future Projections: Future growth is contingent on successful clinical development of Sabirnetug and potential partnerships. Analyst projections are based on the likelihood of success of clinical trials.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include advancing Sabirnetug through Phase 1 clinical trials and exploring additional therapeutic targets.
Summary
Acumen Pharmaceuticals is a high-risk, high-reward clinical-stage company focused on a targeted approach to Alzheimer's disease. The company's success hinges on positive clinical trial results for Sabirnetug, which is currently in Phase 1. Significant threats include clinical trial failure and intense competition from larger pharmaceutical companies. However, the company also has opportunities to grow its presence in the Alzheimer's market and potentially be acquired. Its long-term viability will depend on securing partnerships and progressing its pipeline.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Acumen Pharmaceuticals' investor relations
- SEC filings
- Analyst reports
Disclaimers:
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About Acumen Pharmaceuticals Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Newton, MA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-07-01 | CEO & Director Mr. Daniel J. O'Connell M.B.A. | ||
Sector Healthcare | Industry Biotechnology | Full time employees 61 | Website https://acumenpharm.com |
Full time employees 61 | Website https://acumenpharm.com |
Acumen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, develops targeted therapies for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. The company focuses on advancing a targeted immunotherapy drug candidate Sabirnetug (ACU193), a recombinant humanized immunoglobulin gamma 2, which has completed the INTERCEPT-AD phase 1 clinical trial and in ALTITUDE-AD phase 2 clinical trial to target soluble amyloid-beta oligomers. It has a collaboration and license agreement with Halozyme, Inc. for the development of a subcutaneous formulation of Sabirnetug. Acumen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts.
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