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iSpecimen Inc(ISPC)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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- 1Y
- 1M
- 1W
- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
- PASS (Skip)
Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ISPC
11/13/2026: ISPC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
iSpecimen Inc is a small-cap, technology-driven platform connecting life science researchers with healthcare providers for human biospecimen procurement. Its primary strength lies in using its digital marketplace to streamline an historically manual and fragmented supply chain. The main investment story centers on the company’s ability to scale this marketplace as demand for precision medicine grows. However, investors must weigh this against significant risks, including historical cash burn, intense competition from well-funded industry giants, and the need for operational execution. This stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors who can tolerate high volatility and closely monitor the company's progress toward achieving sustainable, profitable operations.
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 | The company operates in a high-growth sector but faces significant execution risks and limited profitability. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Momentum requires consistent trend strength, which the stock has historically lacked. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The lack of positive earnings and cash flow makes it a poor fit for value-based strategies. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay dividends and focuses on growth reinvestment. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility and operational uncertainty make this an unsuitable choice for risk-averse investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Small-cap biotechnology stocks often experience extreme price swings. |
| Valuation risk | High | Valuations are difficult to justify without clear paths to profitability. |
| Competition risk (large life sciences conglomerates) | High | Larger, better-funded incumbents can easily replicate or outspend the company's platform. |
| Business quality | Medium / high | The business model is still proving its long-term viability and scalability. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not expect any income from this security. |
| Execution risk | High | The company must execute perfectly to survive and compete with larger peers. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.75M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 230.4K shares | Beta 1.78 | 52 Weeks Range 0.63 - 27.44 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 0.63 - 27.44 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -52.98 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Healthcare
Bullish- Sentiment
- Strong Bullish
- Momentum
- Momentum Steady
- BUY participation
- 62.6%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 72 / 115
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- +35
- Market state
- Strong Bullish
The number of qualifying BUY stocks has remained relatively stable.
Industry
Diagnostics & Research
- BUY participation
- 68.8%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 11 / 16
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- 0
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Extreme Price Shocks
The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -18.25% | Avg. Invested days 4 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Biospecimen Marketplace | Service fees and transaction margins for connecting researchers with provider-sourced samples. | The company earns money by being the 'middleman' in the complex process of getting samples to scientists. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value -2.39M | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.76 |
Enterprise Value -2.39M | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.76 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.18 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 0.43 | Shares Outstanding 2.52M | Shares Floating 2.52M |
Shares Outstanding 2.52M | Shares Floating 2.52M | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 0.73 |
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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