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DiaMedica Therapeutics Inc(DMAC)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 36 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+24.29% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$9.67
11/10/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for DMAC

11/10/2026: DMAC (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

DiaMedica Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing protein-based treatments for kidney diseases, notably its lead candidate, DM199. The company's primary strength lies in its proprietary rhKLK1 platform and its specialized focus on underserved renal markets. Its growth potential is entirely contingent upon successful clinical trial results and regulatory approval, which remain the key milestones for investors to monitor. However, the company faces significant risks, including the lack of revenue, high cash burn, and the inherent uncertainty of clinical development. It is best suited for speculative investors who understand the high volatility and risk profiles associated with early-stage biotech companies.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers high-risk, high-reward exposure typical of clinical-stage biotech but lacks revenue growth.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum may occur around clinical trial data releases, provided the signal remains positive.
Value investorWeak fitThe lack of revenue and earnings makes traditional valuation metrics difficult to apply.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay dividends and must prioritize reinvestment into R&D.
Low-risk investorWeak fitClinical-stage biotechnology stocks are inherently volatile and carry high risk of capital loss.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighClinical-stage stocks frequently experience sharp price fluctuations based on trial results and regulatory updates.
Valuation riskHighWithout revenue, the stock price is driven by speculative potential, which can lead to significant corrections.
Competition risk (Biopharma)Medium / highEstablished players with deeper pockets can outspend and outcompete smaller firms in drug development.
Business qualityMediumThe company is in an early stage, which limits the assessment of long-term franchise durability.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect any income from this security.
Execution riskHighSuccessful clinical trials are the only path to commercialization, and failure to meet endpoints is a major risk.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 29.59%
Avg. Invested days 43
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
DMAC receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft quantitative characteristics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
DMAC has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-34.0%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 0.0%), slightly negative revenue growth (+0.0%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
DMAC's financial health is supported by strong efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 0.0% of revenue). Profitability is weak (1 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
DMAC's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at +0.0% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-34.0%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-31.7%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 41.0% and approximately 46.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 27.83% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Cooperman Leon G 6.40%
BlackRock Inc 4.18%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 1.66%
Millennium Management LLC 1.57%
State Street Corp 1.20%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
DMAC generates approximately $0 of gross profit, $-0 of operating income, and $-0 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Weak margins explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -0.09% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
DMAC has a Short Squeeze Candidate profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 520.38M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 15.5
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 15.5
Volume (30-day avg) 227.3K shares
Beta 0.94
52 Weeks Range 5.25 - 11.00
Updated Date 11/09/2026
52 Weeks Range 5.25 - 11.00
Updated Date 11/09/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.74

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Clinical DevelopmentResearch and development of DM199 and the rhKLK1 platform.The company currently makes no money; it spends cash to develop drugs hoping for future approval.

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 461.43M
Price to Sales(TTM) 66.68
Enterprise Value 461.43M
Price to Sales(TTM) 66.68
Enterprise Value to Revenue 57.48
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -0.96
Shares Outstanding 53.93M
Shares Floating 25.30M
Shares Outstanding 53.93M
Shares Floating 25.30M
Percent Insiders 27.83
Percent Institutions 41.02

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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