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Biogen Inc(BIIB)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
4-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 129 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+30.24% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$248.35
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BIIB

11/06/2026: BIIB (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 129 days. Simulated Profits (30.24%). Updated daily EoD!

Biogen Inc is a specialized biotechnology firm focusing on neurological and rare diseases. The company is currently navigating a pivotal transition, balancing declining revenue from its legacy multiple sclerosis franchise with the high-stakes commercial rollout of its new Alzheimer's therapy, Leqembi. Its primary strength lies in its deep scientific expertise in neuroscience, while its main opportunity rests on successfully expanding the reach of its newer assets. Key risks include intense competition, clinical development hurdles, and regulatory uncertainties regarding drug pricing and reimbursement. The stock is generally better suited for growth-oriented investors with a higher risk tolerance, and those monitoring development should watch for ongoing commercial data for Leqembi.

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 investorMixed fitGrowth is highly dependent on the success of new product launches in the volatile Alzheimer's market.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveMomentum investors may find opportunities during positive news cycles regarding clinical trial successes or regulatory approvals.
Value investorMixed fitThe company's valuation is tied to the success of its pipeline, making traditional value metrics difficult to apply.
Dividend investorWeak fitBiogen does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitClinical and regulatory risks associated with drug development create significant price volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighClinical trial outcomes and FDA decisions can lead to sharp swings in share price.
Valuation riskMediumFuture growth expectations are baked into the stock price, leaving little margin for error.
Competition risk (Neurology drug market)HighMajor competitors like Eli Lilly are aggressively targeting the same high-value Alzheimer's indications.
Business qualityMedium / highWhile the franchise is specialized, reliance on a narrow therapeutic area creates concentration risk.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no dividend income stream for shareholders.
Execution riskHighSuccessfully launching new, complex therapies requires flawless execution against established competitors.

Price Behavior

Hockey-Stick Growth
PRICE PATH

Hockey-Stick Growth

The stock demonstrates a Hockey-Stick Growth price path pattern.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 20.72%
Avg. Invested days 66
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BIIB receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BIIB has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 20.9%) and solid profitability (net margin 13.2%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-20.8%), moderate revenue growth (+1.4%), very low insider ownership of 0.19%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BIIB's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $2.1B (20.9% of revenue). Operating efficiency is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is BIIB's strongest growth driver at +1.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-20.8%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-18.5%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 100.1% and approximately 99.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.19%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

FMR Inc 12.32%
BlackRock Inc 10.81%
PRIMECAP Management Company 10.25%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.53%
State Street Corp 4.97%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BIIB generates approximately $705 of gross profit, $191 of operating income, and $209 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 7.71%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BIIB has a large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 36.71B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 107.51
1Y Target Price 266.39
Price to earnings Ratio 107.51
1Y Target Price 266.39
Volume (30-day avg) 1.3M shares
Beta 0.09
52 Weeks Range 153.77 - 258.78
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 153.77 - 258.78
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.31

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Product RevenueSales of Tysabri, Spinraza, Leqembi, and other neurology/rare disease products.The company makes money by selling specialty drugs to treat complex, often life-altering neurological conditions.
Royalties and Contract RevenueRevenue from licensing agreements and manufacturing arrangements for biosimilars.Secondary income flows from partnerships and sharing in the success of licensed technologies.

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 2026-10-28
When Before Market
Estimate 2.06
Actual 2.62

Profitability

Profit Margin 3.38%
Operating Margin (TTM) 24.12%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.94%
Return on Equity (TTM) 1.87%

Valuation

Trailing PE 107.51
Forward PE 16.08
Enterprise Value 43.21B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.57
Enterprise Value 43.21B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.57
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.2
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 26.48
Shares Outstanding 147.82M
Shares Floating 147.29M
Shares Outstanding 147.82M
Shares Floating 147.29M
Percent Insiders 0.19
Percent Institutions 100.07

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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