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Biodesix Inc(BDSX)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$8.53
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BDSX

11/06/2026: BDSX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Biodesix Inc is a clinical-stage diagnostic company specializing in blood-based tests for lung cancer and pulmonary nodules. The company has a leading position in the niche market of lung nodule risk stratification, supported by its proprietary multi-omics diagnostic platform. Its primary growth opportunity lies in increasing the adoption of its tests within clinical practices and expanding its biopharmaceutical services segment. Key risks include intense competition from larger diagnostic firms, the necessity for sustained reimbursement coverage, and the ongoing need to manage cash burn. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors, though potential shareholders should monitor adoption rates and future clinical data readouts.

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 styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company operates in the high-growth liquid biopsy sector with a scalable diagnostic business model.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum fit is conditional on positive market sentiment and sustained revenue growth trends.
Value investorWeak fitAs a growth-stage company that is not yet consistently profitable, it does not meet traditional value criteria.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company reinvests all capital into growth and does not pay a dividend.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe stock carries high volatility typical of small-cap biotech and diagnostic companies.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighSmall-cap diagnostic stocks often experience significant price swings based on clinical and commercial news.
Valuation riskMedium / highInvestors are paying a premium for future growth potential that has not yet resulted in stable earnings.
Competition risk (diagnostics)HighLarger players with greater resources could outcompete Biodesix in market adoption.
Business qualityMediumThe company has developed proprietary technology but is still establishing a consistent, profitable business model.
Dividend incomeLow / noneIncome-focused investors will not find dividend returns here.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccess depends on the continued adoption of its testing services by clinicians and healthcare systems.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -26.18%
Avg. Invested days 25
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BDSX receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BDSX has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+17.9%) and solid revenue growth (+24.1%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -26.8%), weak profitability (net margin -39.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BDSX's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 17.2%). Cash strength is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is BDSX's strongest growth driver at +54.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+24.1%, solid) and earnings growth (+17.9%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 41.6% and approximately 47.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 40.15% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

AIGH Capital Management, LLC 6.43%
Soleus Capital Management, L.P. 5.55%
Telemark Asset Management, LLC 4.64%
Aberdeen Group PLC 3.68%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.69%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BDSX generates approximately $811 of gross profit, $-314 of operating income, and $-268 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 0.00%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BDSX has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 90.00M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 39
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 39
Volume (30-day avg) 150.0K shares
Beta 0.63
52 Weeks Range 5.26 - 31.97
Updated Date 11/07/2026
52 Weeks Range 5.26 - 31.97
Updated Date 11/07/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -2.69

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Diagnostic TestingRevenue from the Nodify and IQLung test portfolios sold to hospitals and physician practices.This is the core revenue driver where clinical demand for testing determines company health.
Biopharmaceutical ServicesContracted laboratory services for clinical trials and research partners.This provides diversified, B2B-style revenue supporting drug development cycles.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 251.13M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.87
Enterprise Value 251.13M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.87
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.44
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -2.72
Shares Outstanding 10.55M
Shares Floating 4.97M
Shares Outstanding 10.55M
Shares Floating 4.97M
Percent Insiders 40.15
Percent Institutions 41.64

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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