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Lineage Cell Therapeutics Inc (LCTX)

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$1.79
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Profit since last BUY39.84%
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10/14/2025: LCTX (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 41 days. Simulated Profits (39.84%). Updated daily EoD!

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Moderate Performance

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Number of Analysts

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7 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $4.17

1 Year Target Price $4.17

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$4.17 Target price
52w Low $0.37
Current$1.79
52w High $1.85

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 25.42%
Avg. Invested days 23
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 404.19M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.17
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.17
Volume (30-day avg) 7
Beta 1.78
52 Weeks Range 0.37 - 1.85
Updated Date 10/13/2025
52 Weeks Range 0.37 - 1.85
Updated Date 10/13/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.17

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Profitability

Profit Margin -
Operating Margin (TTM) -178.66%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -13.17%
Return on Equity (TTM) -71.51%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 352638818
Price to Sales(TTM) 37.03
Enterprise Value 352638818
Price to Sales(TTM) 37.03
Enterprise Value to Revenue 32.31
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -8.84
Shares Outstanding 228356290
Shares Floating 166384960
Shares Outstanding 228356290
Shares Floating 166384960
Percent Insiders 0.42
Percent Institutions 42.76

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Lineage Cell Therapeutics Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. (formerly BioTime, Inc.) was founded in 1990. It focuses on developing and commercializing novel cell therapies for unmet medical needs. They have transitioned from a diversified biotechnology company to one primarily focused on cell therapy.

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  • Ophthalmology: Developing cell therapies for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), including dry AMD with geographic atrophy (GA).
  • Spinal Cord Injury: Developing a spinal cord injury program focusing on restoring motor function.
  • Cell Manufacturing: Developing cell manufacturing for third party services for GMP manufacturing and scale up of third party cell products.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Brian M. Culley is the CEO. The company has a board of directors and several key management positions responsible for research and development, clinical trials, and commercial strategy.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • OpRegen: A retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) cell therapy for the treatment of dry AMD with geographic atrophy (GA). Market share is currently negligible as it's in clinical development. Competitors include Apellis Pharmaceuticals (APLS) with Syfovre.
  • OPC1: An oligodendrocyte progenitor cell (OPC) therapy for acute spinal cord injury. Market share is currently negligible as it's in clinical development. No direct competitors in Phase 3.
  • RCDP196: A cell therapy for vocal chord paralysis. Market share is currently negligible as it's in pre-clinical development. There are treatments for Vocal Chord Paralysis, but none that are curative.

Market Dynamics

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The cell therapy industry is rapidly growing, driven by advancements in regenerative medicine and personalized healthcare. The market is competitive, with both large pharmaceutical companies and smaller biotech firms developing novel therapies.

Positioning

Lineage Cell Therapeutics is positioned as a leader in cell therapy for ophthalmology and spinal cord injury, with a focus on allogeneic cell therapies. Their competitive advantage lies in their proprietary cell lines and manufacturing processes.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for cell therapies in ophthalmology and spinal cord injury is estimated to be billions of dollars. Lineage is positioning itself to capture a significant share of this market with its lead product candidates.

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Strengths

  • Proprietary cell lines and manufacturing processes
  • Experienced management team
  • Strong intellectual property portfolio
  • Clinical-stage assets with promising data

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on clinical trial success
  • High cash burn rate
  • Need for additional funding
  • Regulatory hurdles

Opportunities

  • Partnerships with larger pharmaceutical companies
  • Expansion into new therapeutic areas
  • Advancements in cell therapy technology
  • Favorable regulatory environment

Threats

  • Clinical trial failures
  • Competition from other cell therapy companies
  • Changes in regulatory policies
  • Economic downturn

Competitors and Market Share

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  • CRIS
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Competitive Landscape

Lineage Cell Therapeutics competes with other cell therapy companies and pharmaceutical companies developing treatments for ophthalmology and spinal cord injury. They have advantages in their proprietary cell lines, but face competition from larger companies with more resources. Market Shares are low due to drugs being developed/ not approved, but competition in market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by clinical trial progress and partnership agreements.

Future Projections: Future growth depends on successful clinical trial outcomes, regulatory approvals, and commercialization of their products. Analyst estimates vary widely based on these factors.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include advancing OpRegen in its clinical program for dry AMD, ongoing development of OPC1 for spinal cord injury, and strategic partnerships to support development and commercialization.

Summary

Lineage Cell Therapeutics is a cell therapy company focused on ophthalmology and spinal cord injury. Their strengths lie in their proprietary technology and clinical-stage assets. Weaknesses include high cash burn and reliance on clinical trial success. Future success depends on navigating regulatory hurdles and competing effectively in a growing market.

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  • Lineage Cell Therapeutics' SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Company press releases
  • Analyst reports
  • Industry reports

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About Lineage Cell Therapeutics Inc

Exchange NYSE MKT
Headquaters Carlsbad, CA, United States
IPO Launch date 1992-03-06
CEO, President & Director Mr. Brian M. Culley M.A., M.B.A.
Sector Healthcare
Industry Biotechnology
Full time employees 70
Full time employees 70

Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company, develops novel cell therapies for neurological and ophthalmic conditions in the United States and internationally. The company develops OpRegen, an allogeneic retinal pigment epithelium cell replacement therapy, which is in Phase 2a clinical trial for the treatment of the age-related macular degeneration; OPC1, an allogeneic oligodendrocyte progenitor cell therapy that is in Phase 1/2a multicenter clinical trial for the treatment of cervical spinal cord injuries; and VAC2, which is in Phase I clinical trial to treat non-small cell lung cancer. It also offers ReSonance (ANP1), an allogeneic auditory neuron progenitor cell transplant, which is in preclinical development for the treatment of sensorineural hearing loss; and PNC1, an allogeneic photoreceptor cell transplant, which is in preclinical development for the treatment of vision loss due to photoreceptor dysfunction or damage. In addition, the company is developing RND1, a cell transplant program for an undisclosed indication through a gene editing collaboration, engages in the research and development of therapeutic products for retinal diseases, neurological diseases, and disorders and oncology. Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. has a collaboration with Immunomic Therapeutics, Inc., for the treatment of glioblastoma multiforme. The company was formerly known as BioTime, Inc. and changed its name to Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. in August 2019. Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc. was incorporated in 1990 and is headquartered in Carlsbad, California.