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Anavex Life Sciences Corp (AVXL)

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$9.48
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Profit since last BUY1.94%
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06/27/2025: AVXL (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 5 days. Profits (1.94%). Updated daily EoD!

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Moderate Performance

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Number of Analysts

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3 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $34.33

Year Target Price $34.33

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$34.33Target price
Low$4
Current$9.48
high$14.44

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 42.49%
Avg. Invested days 21
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 809.33M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 34.33
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 34.33
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.67
52 Weeks Range 4.00 - 14.44
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 4.00 - 14.44
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.56

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -
Operating Margin (TTM) -

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -25.44%
Return on Equity (TTM) -40.17%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 4.03
Enterprise Value 693554156
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value 693554156
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value to Revenue -
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -5.54
Shares Outstanding 85371904
Shares Floating 82526408
Shares Outstanding 85371904
Shares Floating 82526408
Percent Insiders 3.33
Percent Institutions 37.67

Analyst Ratings

Rating 4.67
Target Price 34.33
Buy 1
Strong Buy 2
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Strong Buy 2
Hold -
Sell -
Strong Sell -
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Anavex Life Sciences Corp

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Company Overview

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Anavex Life Sciences Corp. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing differentiated therapeutics for the treatment of neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental diseases. Founded in 2004, Anavex has focused on developing therapeutics using its SIGMAR1 receptor platform.

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  • Neurodegenerative Diseases: Developing therapeutics for diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and Rett syndrome, targeting the SIGMAR1 receptor to restore cellular homeostasis.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Christopher U. Missling, PhD, is the President and Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors overseeing strategic direction.

Top Products and Market Share

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  • ANAVEXu00ae2-73 (blarcamesine): An oral small molecule drug candidate currently in clinical trials for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, Rett syndrome, and Parkinson's disease. Market share is currently 0 as the product is in clinical development. Competitors include Biogen (with Aduhelm and Leqembi), Eli Lilly (Donanemab), and Roche.

Market Dynamics

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The biopharmaceutical industry is highly competitive, with significant investment in research and development. The market for neurodegenerative disease treatments is large and growing, driven by an aging population.

Positioning

Anavex is positioned as a company focused on innovative treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. Their competitive advantage lies in their SIGMAR1 receptor platform and potential for disease-modifying therapies.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global Alzheimer's disease market is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. Anavex is positioned to capture a portion of this market if ANAVEXu00ae2-73 is approved.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Novel SIGMAR1 receptor platform
  • Promising clinical trial data for ANAVEXu00ae2-73
  • Experienced management team

Weaknesses

  • Limited financial resources compared to larger pharmaceutical companies
  • High risk associated with drug development
  • Dependence on the success of ANAVEXu00ae2-73

Opportunities

  • Positive clinical trial results leading to regulatory approval
  • Partnerships with larger pharmaceutical companies
  • Expansion of SIGMAR1 platform to other diseases

Threats

  • Clinical trial failures
  • Competition from other companies developing similar therapies
  • Regulatory hurdles and delays

Competitors and Market Share

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  • BIIB
  • LLY
  • RO

Competitive Landscape

Anavex faces significant competition from established pharmaceutical companies with greater resources and experience. Anavex's advantage is their unique approach to targeting the SIGMAR1 receptor.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Growth is dependent on the advancement of ANAVEXu00ae2-73 through clinical trials.

Future Projections: Future growth is contingent on regulatory approval and successful commercialization of ANAVEXu00ae2-73.

Recent Initiatives: Focus on advancing ANAVEXu00ae2-73 through clinical trials for Alzheimer's disease, Rett syndrome, and Parkinson's disease. Exploring potential partnerships to support development and commercialization.

Summary

Anavex Life Sciences is a high-risk, high-reward biopharmaceutical company. The company's future hinges on the success of its lead drug candidate, ANAVEXu00ae2-73. Positive clinical trial results and regulatory approval could lead to substantial growth, while failures could significantly impact the company's value. Securing strategic partnerships would significantly derisk the drug development program

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About Anavex Life Sciences Corp

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2006-08-02
President, CEO, Secretary & Director Dr. Christopher U. Missling M.B.A., M.S., Ph.D.
Sector Healthcare
Industry Biotechnology
Full time employees 42
Full time employees 42

Anavex Life Sciences Corp., a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company, engages in the development of therapeutics for the treatment of central nervous system diseases in the United States. The company's lead product candidate is ANAVEX 2-73 for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease, as well as other central nervous system diseases, including rare diseases, such as Rett syndrome, a rare severe neurological monogenic disorder; and infantile spasms, Fragile X syndrome, and Angelman syndrome. It also provides ANAVEX 3-71, which is in clinical trial for the treatment of schizophrenia, frontotemporal dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. Its preclinical drug candidates include ANAVEX 1-41 for the treatment of depression, stroke, and neurogenerative disease; ANAVEX 1066 for the potential treatment of neuropathic and visceral pain; and ANAVEX 1037 to treat prostate and pancreatic cancer. Anavex Life Sciences Corp. was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in New York, New York.