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Leap Therapeutics Inc (LPTX)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

09/17/2025: LPTX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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1 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $3

1 Year Target Price $3

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$3 Target price
52w Low $0.22
Current$0.31
52w High $4.79

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -61.15%
Avg. Invested days 24
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 13.15M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 3
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 3
Volume (30-day avg) 1
Beta -0.22
52 Weeks Range 0.22 - 4.79
Updated Date 09/17/2025
52 Weeks Range 0.22 - 4.79
Updated Date 09/17/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.58

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

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Profitability

Profit Margin -
Operating Margin (TTM) -

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -77.23%
Return on Equity (TTM) -183.72%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value -4938094
Price to Sales(TTM) 160.1
Enterprise Value -4938094
Price to Sales(TTM) 160.1
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.9
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 0.47
Shares Outstanding 41439500
Shares Floating 34665824
Shares Outstanding 41439500
Shares Floating 34665824
Percent Insiders 16.2
Percent Institutions 22.06

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Leap Therapeutics Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Leap Therapeutics, Inc. (LPTX) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing targeted therapies for cancers. Founded to advance novel cancer treatments, Leap has focused on advancing its pipeline through clinical trials and strategic partnerships.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Development of DKN-01: Leap's primary focus is the development of DKN-01, a humanized monoclonal antibody targeting the Dickkopf-1 (DKK1) protein. DKN-01 is being evaluated in various clinical trials for different cancer types.
  • Partnerships and Licensing: Leap engages in partnerships and licensing agreements to support the development and commercialization of its products. These collaborations are essential for funding clinical trials and expanding its reach.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Leap Therapeutics is led by a management team with experience in drug development and commercialization. The organizational structure includes departments focused on research and development, clinical trials, regulatory affairs, and finance.

Top Products and Market Share

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  • DKN-01: DKN-01 is Leap's lead product candidate, a humanized monoclonal antibody targeting DKK1. It is currently in clinical trials for various cancers, including esophagogastric, biliary tract, endometrial, and colorectal cancers. Leap is seeking FDA approval for its use. Competitors include companies developing therapies targeting similar pathways or cancer types (e.g., antibody-drug conjugates, other targeted therapies). Market share data is not yet applicable as DKN-01 is not yet approved for commercial use.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The biopharmaceutical industry is characterized by high research and development costs, regulatory hurdles, and intense competition. Companies focus on developing innovative therapies for various diseases, including cancer.

Positioning

Leap Therapeutics is positioned as a company focused on developing targeted therapies for cancers. Its competitive advantage lies in its DKN-01 antibody and its potential to address unmet medical needs in specific cancer types.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for cancer therapies is substantial, estimated in the hundreds of billions of dollars globally. Leap is positioned to capture a portion of this market with DKN-01, particularly if clinical trials demonstrate efficacy in specific cancer indications.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Novel DKK1-targeting antibody (DKN-01)
  • Clinical trials underway in multiple cancer types
  • Experienced management team
  • Strategic partnerships for funding and development

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on a single lead product candidate
  • High cash burn rate due to R&D expenses
  • Dependence on clinical trial outcomes
  • Competition from larger pharmaceutical companies

Opportunities

  • Positive clinical trial results for DKN-01
  • Expansion of DKN-01 into new cancer indications
  • Potential for FDA approval and commercialization of DKN-01
  • Acquisition by a larger pharmaceutical company

Threats

  • Failure of clinical trials for DKN-01
  • Competition from other cancer therapies
  • Regulatory hurdles and delays
  • Economic downturn affecting funding availability

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • MRK
  • BMY
  • AZN
  • GILD

Competitive Landscape

Leap Therapeutics faces competition from larger pharmaceutical companies with greater resources and established products. Its competitive advantage lies in the novelty of DKN-01 and its potential to address unmet medical needs.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Leap's historical growth is characterized by advancing its lead product candidate through clinical trials.

Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on the success of DKN-01 and its potential commercialization. Analyst estimates vary based on clinical trial outcomes and regulatory approval.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include enrolling patients in clinical trials for DKN-01, presenting data at medical conferences, and seeking partnerships.

Summary

Leap Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company primarily focused on the development of DKN-01. Positive clinical trial results are essential for future growth. The company is still quite speculative due to its stage, and faces substantial competition. Successful partnerships and careful cash management will be key.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Leap Therapeutics Inc. SEC Filings
  • Leap Therapeutics Inc. Investor Relations
  • Analyst Reports (where available)
  • Industry Reports

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About Leap Therapeutics Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Cambridge, MA, United States
IPO Launch date 2017-01-25
CFO, General Counsel, Treasurer & Secretary, President, CEO & Director Mr. Douglas E. Onsi J.D.
Sector Healthcare
Industry Biotechnology
Full time employees 52
Full time employees 52

Leap Therapeutics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, acquires and develops antibody therapies for the treatment of cancer. Its lead clinical stage drug candidate includes DKN-01, a monoclonal antibody that inhibits Dickkopf-related protein 1, which is in various ongoing clinical trials for treating esophagogastric and gynecologic cancers, and colorectal cancer. The company also develops FL-501, a monoclonal antibody that inhibits GDF-15 protein that is in preclinical trial. It has an option and license agreement with Adimab, LLC and BeiGene, Ltd. to develop and commercialize DKN-01 in Asia (excluding Japan), Australia, and New Zealand. The company was formerly known as HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and changed its name to Leap Therapeutics, Inc. in November 2015. Leap Therapeutics, Inc. was incorporated in 2011 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.