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CareDx Inc(CDNA)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
4-STAR RATING
SELL
SELL for 1 day
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+265.81% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$77.88
11/13/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CDNA

11/13/2026: CDNA (4-star) is a SELL. SELL for 1 day. Simulated Profits (265.81%). Updated daily EoD!

CareDx is a specialized diagnostics company providing testing services and digital software solutions to the transplant patient community. The company has a leading position in transplant surveillance with products like AlloSure, which forms the core of its revenue. Its growth story hinges on expanding non-invasive testing into additional organ types and increasing its recurring digital health footprint. However, investors must consider the significant risks stemming from intensive competition, fluctuating reimbursement policies, and a history of regulatory oversight. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors with a high risk tolerance who are capable of monitoring the evolving reimbursement environment and management's execution of cost-efficiency initiatives.

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 fitThe company operates in a growth-oriented niche but faces significant regulatory and execution risks.
Momentum investorWeak fitCurrent stock performance signals lack the strength required for momentum strategies.
Value investorWeak fitValuation is difficult to justify based on inconsistent earnings and profitability.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh price volatility and regulatory exposure make this unsuitable for low-risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is subject to sharp movements driven by reimbursement and regulatory news.
Valuation riskMedium / highInvestors face risk if growth does not materialize to support current market expectations.
Competition risk (molecular diagnostics)HighCompetitors like Natera are aggressive in capturing transplant testing market share.
Business qualityMediumWhile the core product niche is defensible, overall financial stability is currently challenged.
Dividend incomeLow / noneNo income generation is provided for shareholders.
Execution riskHighSuccessful growth depends on navigating complex reimbursement environments and clinical adoption.

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.11B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 32.98
1Y Target Price 94.43
Price to earnings Ratio 32.98
1Y Target Price 94.43
Volume (30-day avg) 1.4M shares
Beta 2.49
52 Weeks Range 15.15 - 90.87
Updated Date 11/13/2026
52 Weeks Range 15.15 - 90.87
Updated Date 11/13/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.37

Sector & Industry Intelligence

Sector

Healthcare

Bullish
Sentiment
Strong Bullish
Momentum
Momentum Steady
BUY participation
62.6%
Active BUY / eligible
72 / 115
30-Day BUY Count Change
+35
Market state
Strong Bullish

The number of qualifying BUY stocks has remained relatively stable.

Industry

Diagnostics & Research

BUY participation
68.8%
Active BUY / eligible
11 / 16
30-Day BUY Count Change
0

Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

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 162.36%
Avg. Invested days 51
Today’s Advisory SELL
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Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance icon 3.0
Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 5.0
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 11/13/2026

Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CDNA receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CDNA has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 9.5%) and solid revenue growth (+13.8%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-140.6%), weak profitability (net margin -5.6%), modest insider ownership of 3.08%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CDNA's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 40.5%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CDNA's strongest growth driver at +14.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+13.8%, solid) is also solid, while earnings growth (-140.6%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 99.2% and approximately 96.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 3.08% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.16%
State Street Corp 4.70%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.18%
Deerfield Management Co 3.80%
ARK Investment Management LLC 3.72%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CDNA generates approximately $676 of gross profit, $-66 of operating income, and $95 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -1.29% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CDNA has a liquid profile. Valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Momentum LeaderHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Testing ServicesAlloSure and AlloMap testing revenue.The primary revenue driver is the volume of diagnostic tests performed for transplant patients.
Digital & OtherSoftware solutions (OTTR) and services for transplant centers.This segment provides recurring software revenue to support clinic efficiency.

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 2026-10-29
When After Market
Estimate 0.07
Actual 0.7

Profitability

Profit Margin 25.86%
Operating Margin (TTM) 1.57%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.91%
Return on Equity (TTM) 33.04%

Valuation

Trailing PE 32.98
Forward PE 71.43
Enterprise Value 3.97B
Price to Sales(TTM) 8.24
Enterprise Value 3.97B
Price to Sales(TTM) 8.24
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.13
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 145.31
Shares Outstanding 52.54M
Shares Floating 50.81M
Shares Outstanding 52.54M
Shares Floating 50.81M
Percent Insiders 3.08
Percent Institutions 99.24

Financial Metrics

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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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