GALDERMA GROUP AG(GALDY)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
3-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 15 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+11.09% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$46.57
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for GALDY

11/06/2026: GALDY (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 15 days. Simulated Profits (11.09%). Updated daily EoD!

Galderma Group AG is a leading global pure-play dermatology company offering a diverse portfolio of medical, aesthetic, and consumer skincare products. The company’s primary strength lies in its high-margin injectable aesthetics segment, anchored by well-known brands like Restylane. Its growth story is tied to the increasing global demand for non-surgical cosmetic procedures and science-based skincare. Key risks include intense competition from established pharmaceutical giants and sensitivity to consumer spending habits. This stock may suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to the aesthetics market, though potential investors should closely monitor regulatory updates and market share performance against major industry competitors.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitGalderma offers direct exposure to the high-growth medical aesthetics market.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on positive market sentiment following the IPO.
Value investorMixed fitValuation requires careful assessment of growth premiums in the pharma sector.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company is currently prioritizing reinvestment over dividend payouts.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe stock carries risks associated with market volatility and aesthetic industry trends.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highAs a relatively new public company, the stock may experience significant price swings.
Valuation riskMediumGrowth expectations are already baked into current valuations.
Competition risk (AbbVie/Botox)HighMaintaining market share against established giants is critical for long-term value.
Business qualityMedium / highGalderma possesses a specialized, high-margin portfolio.
Dividend incomeLowIncome is not the primary investment goal for this equity.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on consistent innovation and effective global marketing.

Price Behavior

Steady Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Steady Uptrend

The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 100.86%
Avg. Invested days 58
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
GALDY receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
GALDY has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and soft ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+165.4%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 19.7%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.00%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
GALDY's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.0B (19.7% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is GALDY's strongest growth driver at +384.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+18.0%, solid) and earnings growth (+165.4%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 0.0% (soft) and 56.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (solid). Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
GALDY generates approximately $689 of gross profit, $167 of operating income, and $197 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 4.08%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
GALDY has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 54.30B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 63.79
1Y Target Price 52.52
Price to earnings Ratio 63.79
1Y Target Price 52.52
Volume (30-day avg) 163.4K shares
Beta -0.11
52 Weeks Range 35.47 - 47.92
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 35.47 - 47.92
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.19%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.73

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Injectable AestheticsRestylane, Dysport, and Sculptra.This is the core profit driver, selling premium products for medical aesthetic procedures.
Dermatological SkincareCetaphil and clinical skincare.This segment provides stable, recurring revenue from consumer-facing products.
Therapeutic DermatologyMedical treatments for skin conditions.This area serves as a specialized foundation, addressing medical skin health needs.

Valuation

Trailing PE 63.79
Forward PE 35.97
Enterprise Value 56.70B
Price to Sales(TTM) 9.17
Enterprise Value 56.70B
Price to Sales(TTM) 9.17
Enterprise Value to Revenue 9.57
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 39.76
Shares Outstanding 1.17B
Shares Floating 656.33M
Shares Outstanding 1.17B
Shares Floating 656.33M
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 0.01

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

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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