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Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc (AUPH)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/11/2025: AUPH (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
6 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $10
1 Year Target Price $10
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -26.74% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/11/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.19B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 32.59 | 1Y Target Price 10 |
Price to earnings Ratio 32.59 | 1Y Target Price 10 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 6 | Beta 1.16 | 52 Weeks Range 5.20 - 10.67 | Updated Date 07/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 5.20 - 10.67 | Updated Date 07/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.27 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 16.11% | Operating Margin (TTM) 37.43% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.2% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.23% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 32.59 | Forward PE 15.48 | Enterprise Value 953926857 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.81 |
Enterprise Value 953926857 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.81 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.86 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.48 | Shares Outstanding 135104000 | Shares Floating 131179522 |
Shares Outstanding 135104000 | Shares Floating 131179522 | ||
Percent Insiders 9.07 | Percent Institutions 47.22 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapies to treat autoimmune diseases. Founded in 2006, its significant milestone is the FDA approval of LUPKYNISu00ae for lupus nephritis.
Core Business Areas
- Lupus Nephritis: Focused on developing and commercializing LUPKYNISu00ae (voclosporin) for the treatment of lupus nephritis (LN).
Leadership and Structure
Peter Greenleaf is the President and CEO. The company has a board of directors and operates through various departments including research, development, commercial, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- LUPKYNISu00ae (voclosporin): LUPKYNISu00ae is an oral calcineurin inhibitor approved for the treatment of adult patients with active lupus nephritis. Market share is still developing. Competitors include cyclophosphamide and mycophenolate mofetil, as well as other immunosuppressants.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The autoimmune disease treatment market is growing, driven by increasing prevalence and unmet medical needs. Biopharmaceutical companies are investing heavily in research and development of novel therapies.
Positioning
Aurinia is a key player in the lupus nephritis treatment market with LUPKYNISu00ae. Its competitive advantage lies in its specific mechanism of action and proven efficacy.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The Lupus Nephritis Market is estimated at $1.5 Billion and growing, Aurinia's positioning relies on capturing a significant share of this underserved population
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- FDA-approved product (LUPKYNIS)
- Strong clinical data supporting LUPKYNIS
- Experienced management team
- Focused on a specific disease area (lupus nephritis)
Weaknesses
- Reliance on a single product (LUPKYNIS)
- Relatively small company compared to larger pharmaceutical players
- High operating expenses related to commercialization
- Requires a partner for global commercialization
Opportunities
- Expansion of LUPKYNIS label to other indications
- Partnerships for global commercialization
- Acquisition by a larger pharmaceutical company
- Development of new therapies for autoimmune diseases
Threats
- Competition from existing and emerging therapies
- Regulatory challenges
- Pricing and reimbursement pressures
- Patent expirations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BMY
- GSK
- HLX
Competitive Landscape
Aurinia's advantage is LUPKYNIS specificity for LN, but faces competition from broader immunosuppressants and larger companies with more resources.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth depends on revenue from LUPKYNIS sales and partnerships.
Future Projections: Analyst projections depend on LUPKYNIS market penetration and pipeline progress.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding commercialization efforts and exploring new indications for LUPKYNIS.
Summary
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals is a growing biopharmaceutical company with a key product in LUPKYNIS for lupus nephritis. Its reliance on a single product makes it somewhat vulnerable, but there is potential for future growth. They have an experienced management team, but must deal with competitive pressures. Strategic partnerships and acquisitions could significantly strengthen their position.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
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- Company filings, investor presentations, analyst reports, reputable financial websites (e.g., Yahoo Finance, Bloomberg).
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Edmonton, AB, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 1999-01-26 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Peter S. Greenleaf M.B.A. | ||
Sector Healthcare | Industry Biotechnology | Full time employees 130 | Website https://www.auriniapharma.com |
Full time employees 130 | Website https://www.auriniapharma.com | ||
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that engages in delivering therapies to people living with autoimmune diseases with high unmet medical needs. It offers LUPKYNIS (voclosporin), an oral therapy for the treatment of adult patients with active lupus nephritis. The company also develops AUR200, a dual inhibitor of B cell activating factor and a proliferation inducing ligand for the potential treatment of autoimmune diseases. It has a collaboration and license agreement with Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. The company was incorporated in 1993 and is headquartered in Edmonton, Canada.
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