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Bionano Genomics Inc(BNGO)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BNGO
10/23/2026: BNGO (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Bionano Genomics is a life sciences company known for its proprietary optical genome mapping technology, the Saphyr system, which identifies complex genomic structural variations. Its main strength lies in providing unique, high-resolution insights that traditional sequencing often misses, positioning it as a specialized player in genomics. The primary growth opportunity involves the broader adoption of its technology within clinical diagnostics and drug discovery research. However, investors face risks, including consistent operating losses, high cash burn, and intense competition from larger sequencing firms. The stock is best suited for risk-tolerant investors, with key developments to monitor being reimbursement milestones and the scaling of its installed base.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers high growth potential in genomics, but the speculative nature and persistent losses require high risk tolerance. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock often exhibits high volatility, which can attract momentum traders during periods of positive industry sentiment or technological milestones. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The company is not currently profitable and does not possess a traditional value profile. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay dividends and focuses entirely on capital reinvestment. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The significant financial and business risks make this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is susceptible to large price swings due to its small market cap and speculative growth prospects. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | High expectations for future adoption often lead to valuation premiums that are sensitive to missed targets. |
| Competition risk (Sequencing Giants) | High | Major competitors like Illumina and Pacific Biosciences have significantly more resources to innovate and defend market share. |
| Business quality | Medium | While the technology is innovative, the company is still in the process of proving its long-term commercial sustainability. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | There is no dividend income potential at this stage of the company's lifecycle. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Successfully transitioning from a research tool to a standard clinical diagnostic requires extensive regulatory and market adoption efforts. |
Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -54.76% | Avg. Invested days 20 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 13.31M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.8M shares | Beta 1.66 | 52 Weeks Range 1.00 - 2.23 | Updated Date 10/23/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 1.00 - 2.23 | Updated Date 10/23/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -3.02 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Instruments | Sales of the Saphyr system hardware. | Revenue from selling the physical machines that perform the genomic analysis. |
| Consumables | Reagents, flow cells, and chips required to run the Saphyr system. | Recurring revenue driven by the number of samples processed on existing machines. |
| Services | Clinical diagnostic testing provided through Bionano Laboratories. | Revenue earned by performing specific genetic tests for patients. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 21.44M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.44 |
Enterprise Value 21.44M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.44 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.78 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -0.18 | Shares Outstanding 11.78M | Shares Floating 10.64M |
Shares Outstanding 11.78M | Shares Floating 10.64M | ||
Percent Insiders 2.76 | Percent Institutions 22.84 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
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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