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LifeMD Inc(LFMD)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$2.13
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LFMD

10/23/2026: LFMD (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

LifeMD Inc is a growing telehealth company that provides direct-to-patient virtual care and pharmacy services. The company's primary strength lies in its ability to offer an integrated experience for chronic and weight management needs, supported by a subscription-based model. Its core growth opportunity is centered on the rapid expansion of its GLP-1 weight management programs. However, the company faces risks from high customer acquisition costs, intense competition from peers like Hims & Hers, and potential regulatory scrutiny. LifeMD is best suited for growth-oriented investors who are willing to accept high volatility and monitor the company's path toward consistent profitability.

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 styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitLifeMD offers significant top-line expansion potential in the high-growth telehealth and weight management sectors.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock can be highly responsive to news regarding GLP-1 growth and regulatory updates, requiring a positive trend signal.
Value investorWeak fitThe company is not currently focused on value metrics like P/E ratios or dividends.
Dividend investorWeak fitLifeMD does not pay a dividend.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe company's small-cap status and high volatility make it unsuitable for conservative risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock's small-cap nature leads to significant price swings.
Valuation riskMedium / highMarket expectations for growth are high, leaving little room for error.
Competition risk (Direct-to-Consumer Telehealth)HighIntense competition from HIMS and other providers could compress margins.
Business qualityMediumThe business is scaling but lacks the long-term profitability track record of mature firms.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe company reinvests all cash for growth.
Execution riskMedium / highThe company must successfully manage complex supply chains and customer acquisition costs.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

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

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 2.1%
Avg. Invested days 29
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 1.0
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 10/23/2026

Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
LFMD has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+62.4%) is partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -0.6%), negative revenue growth (-8.7%), weak profitability (net margin -3.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
LFMD's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 14.6%). Cash strength is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is LFMD's strongest growth driver at +62.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-8.7%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-120.7%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 47.6% and approximately 82.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 15.80% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 6.29%
Federated Hermes Inc 5.69%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.59%
State Street Corp 2.73%
Renaissance Technologies Corp 2.24%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
LFMD generates approximately $798 of gross profit, $-40 of operating income, and $-6 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and strong capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 30.24%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
LFMD has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 102.78M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 8.12
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 8.12
Volume (30-day avg) 753.1K shares
Beta 1.99
52 Weeks Range 2.10 - 6.42
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 2.10 - 6.42
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.52

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Telehealth SubscriptionsRecurring fees from patients for access to virtual consultations and ongoing treatment plans.Most revenue comes from patients who pay a recurring fee to stay in the program, providing predictable cash flow.
Pharmacy FulfillmentRevenue generated from the sale and shipment of prescription medications to patients.The company earns revenue by acting as a provider for the medications it prescribes.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 12.85
Enterprise Value 313.95M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.54
Enterprise Value 313.95M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.54
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.73
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 36.71
Shares Outstanding 48.26M
Shares Floating 39.66M
Shares Outstanding 48.26M
Shares Floating 39.66M
Percent Insiders 15.8
Percent Institutions 47.59

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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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