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Champions Oncology Inc(CSBR)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CSBR
11/09/2026: CSBR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Champions Oncology is a specialized research services provider that assists pharmaceutical companies in accelerating cancer drug development through its proprietary tumor models. Its primary strength lies in its extensive, well-characterized PDX library, which provides a competitive edge in translational research. The company's main investment opportunity is the steady growth in oncology outsourcing as drug development becomes more complex. However, it faces significant risks from larger, well-capitalized contract research organizations and its own concentration in the oncology sector. This stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with the inherent volatility of the small-cap life sciences market and should monitor contract backlog and sector R&D spending.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
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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 growth potential tied to biotech R&D, but is subject to the inherent cyclicality and risks of the drug development industry. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Momentum investors may find interest during periods of high contract wins or positive sector sentiment. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often tied to growth prospects rather than traditional earnings multiples, making it a more complex fit for pure value strategies. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a regular dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The company's small-cap status and reliance on the biotech sector introduce volatility not suitable for low-risk strategies. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Small-cap biotech services companies often experience significant stock price swings based on sector sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Stock performance is highly sensitive to growth expectations and contract pipeline health. |
| Competition risk (CRO services) | High | Competition from larger, better-funded CROs poses a constant threat to market share. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company has strong technical expertise but limited scale compared to industry giants. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | No dividend is currently paid, providing no income component to the total return. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Ability to consistently secure high-value contracts and execute complex research studies is critical for performance. |
Price Behavior

Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -24.31% | Avg. Invested days 24 | 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 66.67M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 12 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 12 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9.2K shares | Beta 0.45 | 52 Weeks Range 4.59 - 8.31 | Updated Date 11/08/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 4.59 - 8.31 | Updated Date 11/08/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.07 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Translational Oncology Services | Fees from pharmaceutical and biotech companies for in vivo, in vitro, and ex vivo oncology research projects. | The company makes money by being paid to test experimental cancer drugs for pharmaceutical companies using their specialized tumor models. |
| Geography | Operations primarily in the US with some international reach through partnerships and client relationships. | Revenue is highly tied to the US biotech and pharma R&D market. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 22.88 | Enterprise Value 72.98M | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.1 |
Enterprise Value 72.98M | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.1 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.2 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 181.54 | Shares Outstanding 13.92M | Shares Floating 6.04M |
Shares Outstanding 13.92M | Shares Floating 6.04M | ||
Percent Insiders 26.83 | Percent Institutions 48.6 |
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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