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Cellectis SA (CLLS)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/14/2025: CLLS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $5.6
1 Year Target Price $5.6
1 | Strong Buy |
2 | Buy |
2 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 41.11% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 417.73M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 3.07 | 52 Weeks Range 1.10 - 4.59 | Updated Date 10/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.10 - 4.59 | Updated Date 10/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.59 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -93% | Operating Margin (TTM) -52.69% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -7.43% | Return on Equity (TTM) -48.02% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 237043800 | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.58 |
Enterprise Value 237043800 | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.58 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.21 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -3.9 | Shares Outstanding 72325229 | Shares Floating 41696941 |
Shares Outstanding 72325229 | Shares Floating 41696941 | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 18.77 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Cellectis SA

Company Overview
History and Background
Cellectis SA was founded in 1999, pioneering the field of allogeneic CAR T-cell therapies, focusing on developing gene-edited cell therapies for cancer. The company has achieved several milestones in developing TALENu00ae gene editing technology and progressing clinical trials.
Core Business Areas
- Allogeneic CAR T-cell Therapies: Development of off-the-shelf CAR T-cell therapies targeting various cancers, utilizing Cellectis' proprietary TALENu00ae gene editing technology.
Leadership and Structure
Dr. Andru00e9 Choulika is the CEO. The company operates with a structure focused on research and development, clinical trials, and commercialization of its CAR T-cell therapies.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- UCART Products: Cellectis' lead product candidates are a portfolio of allogeneic CAR T-cell therapies (UCART) targeting various hematological malignancies and solid tumors. Market share data is not readily available as these products are largely still in clinical development. Competitors include companies developing autologous CAR-T therapies such as Novartis (Kymriah) and Gilead Sciences (Yescarta), as well as other allogeneic CAR-T therapy developers like Allogene Therapeutics (ALLO).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The cell and gene therapy market is rapidly growing, driven by advancements in gene editing technologies and the increasing demand for innovative cancer treatments. Allogeneic CAR T-cell therapies represent a promising approach to overcome limitations of autologous therapies.
Positioning
Cellectis is positioned as a leader in allogeneic CAR T-cell therapy development, leveraging its TALENu00ae gene editing platform to create off-the-shelf therapies. Its competitive advantage lies in its proprietary technology and focus on allogeneic approaches.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for CAR T-cell therapies is estimated to reach billions of dollars. Cellectis is positioned to capture a significant share of this market with successful development and commercialization of its UCART product candidates. However, due to the nature of the product, the TAM is difficult to precisely determine.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Proprietary TALENu00ae gene editing technology
- Pioneering position in allogeneic CAR T-cell therapy development
- Strong intellectual property portfolio
Weaknesses
- High development costs and regulatory hurdles
- Reliance on clinical trial success
- Limited commercialized products to date
- Cash burn rate
Opportunities
- Partnerships with larger pharmaceutical companies
- Expansion of UCART pipeline to new cancer targets
- Advancements in gene editing technology
- Positive clinical data
Threats
- Competition from established CAR T-cell therapies
- Potential safety concerns associated with gene editing
- Regulatory challenges
- Reimbursement challenges
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ALLO
- GILD
- NVS
Competitive Landscape
Cellectis faces competition from established CAR T-cell therapy developers (Gilead, Novartis) and other allogeneic CAR T-cell therapy companies (Allogene). Cellectis' TALENu00ae technology and allogeneic approach offer potential advantages in terms of scalability and cost-effectiveness, but clinical trial success is critical.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth needs to be determined. Please check historical financials.
Future Projections: Future projections are based on clinical trial results, regulatory approvals, and market adoption of UCART products. Analyst estimates vary depending on the success of Cellectis' pipeline.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on advancing clinical trials for UCART product candidates, expanding partnerships, and strengthening its intellectual property portfolio.
Summary
Cellectis is a pioneering company in allogeneic CAR T-cell therapy, leveraging its TALENu00ae technology. While it holds a strong position in a growing market, it faces significant challenges regarding regulatory hurdles, clinical trial success, and competition. The company's financial health relies on its ability to attract investment and secure partnerships. Cellectis' future hinges on the clinical success of its UCART product candidates.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Cellectis SA Investor Relations
- SEC Filings (Form 20-F)
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is limited and may vary. Investment decisions should be made based on thorough research and consultation with a financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Cellectis SA
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-02-07 | Co-Founder, CEO & Director Dr. Andre Choulika Ph.D. | ||
Sector Healthcare | Industry Biotechnology | Full time employees 216 | Website https://www.cellectis.com |
Full time employees 216 | Website https://www.cellectis.com |
Cellectis S.A., a clinical stage biotechnological company, develops products based on gene-editing with a portfolio of allogeneic chimeric antigen receptor T-cells product candidates in the field of immuno-oncology and gene therapy product candidates in other therapeutic indications. The company is developing ALLO-501 to treat large B-cell lymphoma; ALLO-316, a gene-edited allogeneic CAR T-cell product targeting CD70; ALLO-819 to treat acute myeloid leukemia; ALLO-213 for the treatment of small cell lung cancer; and ALLO-182 to treat gastric and pancreatic cancer. It also develops UCART22 for the treatment of relapsed or refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia; UCART123 to treat acute myeloid leukemia; UCART 20x22 for relapsed or refractory B-Cell non-hodgkin's lymphoma; and cema-cel to treat relapsed/refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Paris, France.

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