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Biogen Inc (BIIB)

Biogen Inc (BIIB) 2-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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11/26/2025: BIIB (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Below Average Performance

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Number of Analysts

5 star rating from financial analysts

37 Analysts rated it

Highly popular stock, broad analyst coverage, trusted insights, strong investor interest.

1 Year Target Price $178.07

1 Year Target Price $178.07

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$178.07 Target price
52w Low $110.04
Current$181.94
52w High $185.17

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 21.4%
Avg. Invested days 47
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 26.69B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 16.13
1Y Target Price 178.07
Price to earnings Ratio 16.13
1Y Target Price 178.07
Volume (30-day avg) 37
Beta 0.14
52 Weeks Range 110.04 - 185.17
Updated Date 11/25/2025
52 Weeks Range 110.04 - 185.17
Updated Date 11/25/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 11.28

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 2025-10-29
When Before Market
Estimate 3.85
Actual 4.81

Profitability

Profit Margin 15.98%
Operating Margin (TTM) 30.72%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.75%
Return on Equity (TTM) 9.31%

Valuation

Trailing PE 16.13
Forward PE 11.31
Enterprise Value 28569595735
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.65
Enterprise Value 28569595735
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.65
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.84
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.76
Shares Outstanding 146702272
Shares Floating 146266566
Shares Outstanding 146702272
Shares Floating 146266566
Percent Insiders 0.15
Percent Institutions 95.44

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Biogen Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Biogen Inc. was founded in 1978 and is a pioneer in biotechnology. It has evolved from a research-focused company to a global leader in neuroscience, developing treatments for neurological and neurodegenerative diseases.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Neurology: Focuses on developing therapies for multiple sclerosis (MS), spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), and other neurological conditions.
  • Alzheimer's Disease: Dedicated to developing and commercializing treatments for Alzheimer's disease, including ADUHELM and LEQEMBI.
  • Biosimilars: Develops and markets biosimilar versions of established biologic drugs.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team is headed by the CEO. The organizational structure includes research and development, commercial operations, and corporate functions.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • SPINRAZA: SPINRAZA is a treatment for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Competitors include Novartis' Zolgensma and Roche's Evrysdi. Revenue for 2023 was $1.72 billion. Estimated market share in the SMA treatment market is approximately 40-50%.
  • TEC FIDERA: TECFIDERA (dimethyl fumarate) is a multiple sclerosis (MS) treatment. Competitors include other oral MS therapies from Novartis (Gilenya), Roche (Ocrevus) and Sanofi (Aubagio). While sales have declined due to generic competition, it generated revenue of $174 million in 2023.
  • TYSABRI: TYSABRI (natalizumab) is a multiple sclerosis (MS) treatment. Competitors include other MS therapies from Novartis (Gilenya), Roche (Ocrevus) and Sanofi (Aubagio). generated revenue of $1.68 billion in 2023.
  • LEQEMBI: LEQEMBI (lecanemab) is an Alzheimer's disease treatment. Primary competitor is Donanemab from Eli Lilly. Revenue for 2023 was minimal at $7 million, ramping up through 2024 and beyond as reimbursement and adoption grow.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The biotechnology industry is characterized by intense competition, high R&D costs, stringent regulatory requirements, and rapid technological advancements. The neuroscience segment is particularly focused on addressing unmet needs in areas like Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, and rare neurological disorders.

Positioning

Biogen is a major player in the neuroscience space, with a strong pipeline of potential new therapies and a well-established commercial infrastructure. Their competitive advantage stems from their research expertise, established brands, and strategic partnerships.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global neurology market is estimated to be worth $35-40 billion, with continued growth projected. Biogen is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its existing products and pipeline.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong presence in neuroscience
  • Established brands
  • Research and development capabilities
  • Strong relationships with regulatory bodies
  • Solid financial position

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on a few key products
  • Exposure to generic competition
  • High R&D costs
  • Regulatory risks associated with new drug approvals
  • Past controversies surrounding drug pricing

Opportunities

  • Expanding into new therapeutic areas
  • Acquiring or licensing promising new technologies
  • Developing biosimilars
  • Partnering with other companies
  • Expanding into emerging markets

Threats

  • Increasing competition from other biotechnology companies
  • Patent expirations
  • Regulatory changes
  • Economic downturns
  • Unsuccessful clinical trials

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Roche (RHHBY)
  • Novartis (NVS)
  • Sanofi (SNY)
  • Eli Lilly (LLY)

Competitive Landscape

Biogen faces strong competition in all its key therapeutic areas. It needs to innovate to retain its market leadership and protect its pipeline. Roche and Novartis are key competitors.

Major Acquisitions

Reata Pharmaceuticals

  • Year: 2023
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 7300
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Biogenu2019s portfolio with Reatau2019s rare disease therapy, SKYCLARYS (omaveloxolone), approved for Friedreich's ataxia.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Biogen experienced significant growth in the past due to the success of its MS franchise. Growth has slowed in recent years due to patent expirations and increased competition.

Future Projections: Analysts project moderate growth in the coming years, driven by the launch of new products like LEQEMBI and potential pipeline advancements.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include focusing on LEQEMBI commercialization, streamlining operations, and investing in new research areas.

Summary

Biogen is a major player in neuroscience facing challenges from competition and patent expirations. The company is focusing on launching new products and streamlining operations to drive future growth. LEQEMBI is a key growth driver, but market adoption is crucial. Biogen has a solid financial position but needs to innovate to stay competitive.

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About Biogen Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Cambridge, MA, United States
IPO Launch date 1991-09-16
President, CEO & Director Mr. Christopher A. Viehbacher
Sector Healthcare
Industry Drug Manufacturers - General
Full time employees 7605
Full time employees 7605

Biogen Inc. discovers, develops, manufactures, and delivers therapies for treating neurological and neurodegenerative diseases in the United States, Europe, Germany, Asia, and internationally. The company provides TECFIDERA, VUMERITY, AVONEX, PLEGRIDY, and TYSABRI for multiple sclerosis (MS); SPINRAZA for spinal muscular atrophy; SKYCLARYS to treat Friedreich's Ataxia; QALSODY for treating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis; FUMADERM to treat plaque psoriasis; BENEPALI, an etanercept biosimilar referencing ENBREL; IMRALDI, an adalimumab biosimilar referencing HUMIRA; FLIXABI, an infliximab biosimilar referencing REMICADE; BYOOVIZ, a ranibizumab biosimilar referencing LUCENTIS; and TOFIDENCE, a tocilizumab biosimilar referencing ACTEMRA. It offers RITUXAN to treat non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), rheumatoid arthritis, two forms of ANCA-associated vasculitis, and pemphigus vulgaris; RITUXAN HYCELA for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and CLL; GAZYVA to treat CLL and follicular lymphoma; OCREVUS for relapsing MS and primary progressive MS; LUNSUMIO to treat relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma; glofitamab for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma; and other anti-CD20 therapies. In addition, the company is developing products for the treatment of MS, Alzheimer's disease and dementia, neuromuscular disorders, Parkinson's disease and movement disorders, neuropsychiatry, and biosimilars. Biogen Inc. has collaboration and license agreements with Merz Therapeutics; Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited; Denali Therapeutics Inc.; Eisai Co., Ltd.; Genentech, Inc.; Neurimmune SubOne AG; Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; and Sage Therapeutics, Inc., as well as collaborations with Fujirebio to identify and develop biomarkers for tau pathology in the brain and Stoke Therapeutics, Inc. for the development and commercialization of zorevunersen, a disease modifying medicine for the treatment of Dravet syndrome. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.