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BioCryst Pharmaceuticals Inc (BCRX)

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$7.19
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Upturn Advisory Summary

10/23/2025: BCRX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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12 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $20.27

1 Year Target Price $20.27

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$20.27 Target price
52w Low $6
Current$7.19
52w High $11.31

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -22.12%
Avg. Invested days 23
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.51B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 20.27
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 20.27
Volume (30-day avg) 12
Beta 1.04
52 Weeks Range 6.00 - 11.31
Updated Date 10/24/2025
52 Weeks Range 6.00 - 11.31
Updated Date 10/24/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.18

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

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Profitability

Profit Margin -6.41%
Operating Margin (TTM) 18.23%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 7.46%
Return on Equity (TTM) -1925.37%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 20.37
Enterprise Value 1981854751
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.72
Enterprise Value 1981854751
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.72
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.55
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 31.24
Shares Outstanding 210529583
Shares Floating 195517789
Shares Outstanding 210529583
Shares Floating 195517789
Percent Insiders 1.19
Percent Institutions 98.87

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BioCryst Pharmaceuticals Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was founded in 1986. It is focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing novel small-molecule medicines that address unmet medical needs. Over time, BioCryst transitioned from focusing on structural biology to drug discovery and development, with key milestones including the approval of its first drug, Peramivir, and the later development of Orladeyo.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Rare Disease Therapeutics: Focuses on the development and commercialization of treatments for rare diseases, specifically hereditary angioedema (HAE) and paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH).
  • Discovery and Development: Continues to engage in research and development activities to discover and develop new small-molecule drugs targeting various therapeutic areas.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team is headed by Jon P. Stonehouse, the CEO. The organizational structure includes departments focused on research and development, commercial operations, finance, and legal affairs. The Board of Directors provides oversight and strategic guidance.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Orladeyo (berotralstat): Orladeyo is an oral, once-daily medicine for the prevention of hereditary angioedema (HAE) attacks in adult and pediatric patients 12 years and older. It has gained significant market share in the HAE prophylaxis market and is a major revenue driver for BioCryst. Competitors include Takhzyro (lanadelumab) from Takeda and Haegarda (C1 esterase inhibitor [human]) from CSL Behring. Total Orladeyo net revenue for 2023 was $324.1 million.
  • Rapivab (peramivir): Rapivab is an intravenous neuraminidase inhibitor for the treatment of acute uncomplicated influenza. It is primarily used in hospital settings. While still contributing to revenue, Rapivab is not a primary growth driver compared to Orladeyo. Competitors include Tamiflu (oseltamivir) and Xofluza (baloxavir marboxil).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The biopharmaceutical industry is characterized by intense competition, high R&D costs, and a complex regulatory landscape. The market for rare disease therapeutics is growing, driven by increased awareness, improved diagnostics, and regulatory incentives for orphan drug development.

Positioning

BioCryst is positioned as a leader in the HAE prophylaxis market with Orladeyo. Its competitive advantage lies in the oral administration and favorable safety profile of Orladeyo, offering a convenient alternative to injectable treatments. BioCryst is also positioning itself in the PNH market with BCX9930, targeting a significant market with high unmet need.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The HAE market is estimated to be billions of dollars. The PNH market is also substantial. BioCryst is positioned to capture a significant portion of these markets with Orladeyo and potential future therapies.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong presence in the HAE prophylaxis market with Orladeyo
  • Oral administration provides a convenient alternative to injectable therapies
  • Growing revenue and profitability
  • Robust pipeline of potential new therapies

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on Orladeyo for revenue
  • BCX9930 has faced regulatory hurdles
  • Competition from established pharmaceutical companies
  • High R&D costs and regulatory risks

Opportunities

  • Expansion of Orladeyo into new markets and indications
  • Development and commercialization of BCX9930 for PNH and other complement-mediated diseases
  • Strategic partnerships and acquisitions to expand pipeline
  • Potential for pipeline assets to address significant unmet needs

Threats

  • Competition from existing and emerging HAE therapies
  • Regulatory delays or rejection of new drug applications
  • Patent expiration and generic competition
  • Adverse events or safety concerns with existing or pipeline therapies

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • TAK
  • CSL

Competitive Landscape

BioCryst's oral therapy Orladeyo provides a competitive advantage versus injectable therapies. However, Takeda and CSL Behring are well-established players in the rare disease market with strong pipelines and commercial capabilities.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: BioCryst has experienced rapid revenue growth in recent years due to the commercial success of Orladeyo.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued revenue growth for BioCryst, driven by increasing Orladeyo sales and potential approval of pipeline therapies.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include expanding the commercial reach of Orladeyo, advancing the clinical development of BCX9930, and exploring new therapeutic targets.

Summary

BioCryst shows strength with Orladeyo's market presence and high gross margins. Challenges remain in achieving consistent net profitability and BCX9930's regulatory path. The company needs to manage competition and R&D risks carefully while capitalizing on market opportunities.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • BioCryst Pharmaceuticals Inc. Investor Relations
  • SEC Filings
  • Analyst Reports

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About BioCryst Pharmaceuticals Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Durham, NC, United States
IPO Launch date 1994-03-03
CEO & Executive Director Mr. Jon P. Stonehouse
Sector Healthcare
Industry Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic
Full time employees 580
Full time employees 580

BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biotechnology company, develops oral small-molecule and injectable protein therapeutics to treat rare diseases. The company markets peramivir injection, an intravenous neuraminidase inhibitor for the treatment of acute uncomplicated influenza under the RAPIVAB, RAPIACTA, and PERAMIFLU names; and ORLADEYO, an oral serine protease inhibitor to treat hereditary angioedema. It is also developing BCX17725, a protein therapeutic for netherton syndrome which is in phase 1; Avoralstat, an ocular plasma kallikrein inhibitor for diabetic macular edema that is in preclinical phase; and BCX10013, an oral Factor D inhibitor for complement-mediated diseases, as well as developing Oral C5 Inhibitor and Oral C2 Inhibitor. The company has collaborations and in-license relationships with the Torii Pharmaceutical Co., Shionogi & Co., Ltd., Green Cross Corporation; National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases; Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority; the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; and The University of Alabama at Birmingham, as well as Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and Industrial Research, Ltd. BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina.