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Atara Biotherapeutics Inc(ATRA)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ATRA
11/06/2026: ATRA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Atara Biotherapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing off-the-shelf T-cell immunotherapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases. Its main strength lies in its specialized EBV T-cell platform, which aims to provide accessible treatments through allogeneic technology. The company's growth story hinges on successfully navigating clinical trials and expanding into autoimmune indications to increase its market reach. However, it faces significant risks including financial volatility, high cash burn, and intense competition from larger, better-funded biotechs. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors with a high tolerance for risk, though potential investors should monitor clinical data readouts and capital management closely.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The speculative nature of clinical trial results creates a binary risk-reward profile. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Momentum investors typically avoid high-volatility clinical stocks lacking strong, consistent price uptrends. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The lack of consistent earnings and high cash burn makes traditional value metrics inapplicable. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a dividend and focuses entirely on R&D. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The high volatility and clinical failure risk are unsuitable for risk-averse portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Clinical updates often cause outsized swings in stock price. |
| Valuation risk | High | Valuation is highly subjective based on future, uncertain drug approvals. |
| Competition risk (CAR-T / Cell Therapy) | High | Large competitors with more resources are moving fast in the cell therapy space. |
| Business quality | Medium | The science is highly regarded, but financial sustainability remains a concern. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Capital is strictly reserved for drug development. |
| Execution risk | High | Failure to navigate clinical trials or commercialization effectively is a primary threat. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Extreme Price Shocks
The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -18.48% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/06/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
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Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 79.00M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 13.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 13.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 30.3K shares | Beta 0.32 | 52 Weeks Range 3.92 - 19.14 | Updated Date 11/08/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 3.92 - 19.14 | Updated Date 11/08/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.3 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Cell Therapy Licensing & Revenue | Milestone payments, royalties, and sales of Ebvallo. | Revenue is largely driven by special licensing deals and niche product sales rather than large-scale retail volume. |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 14.73 | Enterprise Value 78.30M | Price to Sales(TTM) 12.75 |
Enterprise Value 78.30M | Price to Sales(TTM) 12.75 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 12.64 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.21 | Shares Outstanding 10.04M | Shares Floating 4.62M |
Shares Outstanding 10.04M | Shares Floating 4.62M | ||
Percent Insiders 16.8 | Percent Institutions 57.16 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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