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Fortress Biotech Inc(FBIO)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
*as per simulation (see disclosures)- ALL
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- SELL Advisory (Profit)
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- Profit
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FBIO
11/02/2026: FBIO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Fortress Biotech Inc is a specialized biopharmaceutical company that employs a unique, platform-based business model. By forming and managing various subsidiary companies, it aims to de-risk and develop drug candidates across therapeutic areas like dermatology and pain management. The company's strengths include a diversified asset portfolio and a lean, scalable organizational structure. However, investors face significant risks, including high clinical and regulatory hurdles, the potential for equity dilution to fund development, and market volatility. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors with a high risk tolerance who are willing to monitor clinical milestones and regulatory progress as key drivers of value.
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 style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Investors seeking exposure to early-stage biotech innovation may find the model appealing despite clinical risks. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Strong fit only if positive clinical or regulatory news flow creates significant price movement. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The company's complex structure and history of losses make traditional value metrics difficult to apply. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay dividends and focuses entirely on growth and development. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High clinical, regulatory, and financial volatility make this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Biotech stocks are highly sensitive to clinical trial outcomes and market sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | High | Difficulty in valuing early-stage assets can lead to significant share price fluctuations. |
| Competition risk (Biotech R&D) | High | Other firms are constantly vying for the same clinical assets and market segments. |
| Business quality | Medium | The model relies on successful execution across multiple independent subsidiaries. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | No capital is returned to shareholders via dividends. |
| Execution risk | High | Failure to advance clinical programs can lead to capital loss. |
Price Behavior

Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -60.27% | Avg. Invested days 18 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Company Fundamentals 
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Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 64.03M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 0.7 | 1Y Target Price 5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 0.7 | 1Y Target Price 5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 241.2K shares | Beta 1.25 | 52 Weeks Range 1.83 - 4.53 | Updated Date 11/01/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 1.83 - 4.53 | Updated Date 11/01/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.76 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Product Revenue | Sales of commercialized drugs like Qbrexza and ZYNRELEF. | Revenue from drugs currently sold in pharmacies or hospitals. |
| Licensing & Partnerships | Milestone payments and royalties from partnering assets. | Income generated when other companies pay to use Fortress-developed drugs. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 0.7 | Forward PE 1.23 | Enterprise Value -79.22M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.94 |
Enterprise Value -79.22M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.94 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.13 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -0.29 | Shares Outstanding 33.35M | Shares Floating 21.44M |
Shares Outstanding 33.35M | Shares Floating 21.44M | ||
Percent Insiders 23.9 | Percent Institutions 31.32 |
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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