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Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc (AUPH)

Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc (AUPH) 3-star rating from Upturn Advisory
$14.91
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Profit since last BUY13.21%
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12/03/2025: AUPH (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 22 days. Simulated Profits (13.21%). Updated daily EoD!

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Upturn 3 star rating for performance

Moderate Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.

Number of Analysts

2 star rating from financial analysts

6 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $16.5

1 Year Target Price $16.5

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$16.5 Target price
52w Low $6.55
Current$14.91
52w High $16.48

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -0.72%
Avg. Invested days 36
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 12/03/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.10B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 28.93
1Y Target Price 16.5
Price to earnings Ratio 28.93
1Y Target Price 16.5
Volume (30-day avg) 6
Beta 1.46
52 Weeks Range 6.55 - 16.48
Updated Date 12/3/2025
52 Weeks Range 6.55 - 16.48
Updated Date 12/3/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.55

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 2025-11-04
When -
Estimate 0.16
Actual 0.23

Profitability

Profit Margin 29.28%
Operating Margin (TTM) 40.49%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 9.41%
Return on Equity (TTM) 20.65%

Valuation

Trailing PE 28.93
Forward PE 21.01
Enterprise Value 1858265839
Price to Sales(TTM) 7.89
Enterprise Value 1858265839
Price to Sales(TTM) 7.89
Enterprise Value to Revenue 6.99
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.95
Shares Outstanding 131840559
Shares Floating 128247904
Shares Outstanding 131840559
Shares Floating 128247904
Percent Insiders 7.14
Percent Institutions 50.79

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Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company founded in 2003. It focuses on developing and commercializing therapies to treat autoimmune diseases, particularly lupus nephritis (LN). The company's significant milestone was the FDA approval of LUPKYNIS for LN in 2021.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Pharmaceutical Development: Focuses on the research, development, and commercialization of therapies for autoimmune diseases, with a primary focus on lupus nephritis.
  • Commercial Operations: Handles the marketing, sales, and distribution of LUPKYNIS in the United States and other territories.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Peter Greenleaf is the President and CEO. The company operates with a functional structure, including departments for research, development, commercial operations, and finance.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • LUPKYNIS (voclosporin): LUPKYNIS is an oral medication approved for the treatment of adult patients with active lupus nephritis (LN). While specific market share data is not readily available publicly, LUPKYNIS is positioned as a leading therapy in the LN market. Competitors include Benlysta (belimumab) by GSK and other immunosuppressants like cyclophosphamide and mycophenolate mofetil.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The pharmaceutical industry for autoimmune diseases is growing, driven by the increasing prevalence of these conditions and advancements in treatment options. Lupus nephritis is a significant area of unmet need, with a substantial patient population seeking effective therapies.

Positioning

Aurinia is positioned as a key player in the lupus nephritis market with LUPKYNIS. Its competitive advantage lies in the drug's specific efficacy profile and oral administration.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for lupus nephritis treatments is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. Aurinia, with LUPKYNIS, aims to capture a significant portion of this market through continued sales growth and market penetration.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • FDA-approved LUPKYNIS for lupus nephritis
  • Strong clinical data supporting LUPKYNIS efficacy
  • Experienced management team
  • Focus on a specific disease area (lupus nephritis)

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on a single product (LUPKYNIS)
  • Limited commercial infrastructure compared to larger pharmaceutical companies
  • High operating expenses related to drug development and commercialization
  • Dependence on successful market adoption of LUPKYNIS

Opportunities

  • Expanding LUPKYNIS into new markets (e.g., Europe, Asia)
  • Developing new formulations or indications for voclosporin
  • Acquiring or partnering with other companies in the autoimmune disease space
  • Increasing awareness and diagnosis of lupus nephritis

Threats

  • Competition from existing and emerging therapies for lupus nephritis
  • Regulatory hurdles and potential delays in market access
  • Pricing pressures from healthcare providers and payers
  • Adverse events or safety concerns related to LUPKYNIS

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • GSK (GSK)
  • Bristol Myers Squibb (BMY)

Competitive Landscape

Aurinia's advantage lies in the specific approval of LUPKYNIS for LN and its oral formulation. Disadvantages include its smaller size and commercial infrastructure compared to larger competitors like GSK and BMS. GSK's Benlysta has a broader lupus indication but a different mechanism of action.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth is primarily driven by the launch and sales growth of LUPKYNIS. The rate of growth depends on market penetration and expansion.

Future Projections: Future growth projections rely on analyst estimates, which consider factors like LUPKYNIS sales, market expansion, and potential new indications. These are not accessible in real time.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include efforts to increase LUPKYNIS adoption, expand into new markets, and conduct further clinical research on voclosporin.

Summary

Aurinia Pharmaceuticals is a company centered around LUPKYNIS, its primary drug for lupus nephritis. While LUPKYNIS sales drive revenue, the company remains reliant on a single product. Expansion into new markets and exploration of new indications for voclosporin could enhance growth, but competition and regulatory hurdles need to be carefully managed. Financial performance hinges on the successful adoption and market penetration of LUPKYNIS.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. Investor Relations
  • SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q reports)
  • Analyst Reports (FactSet, Bloomberg)
  • Company Press Releases
  • PubMed

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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
Full time employees 130

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.