Metagenomi, Inc. Common Stock(MGX)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$0.76
11/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MGX

11/02/2026: MGX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Metagenomi, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing proprietary gene-editing therapies using a unique, metagenomics-based discovery platform. The company's core strength lies in its extensive database of novel nucleases, which it leverages through internal programs and strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical firms. Its primary investment story hinges on the potential for its gene-editing systems to address unmet medical needs in rare and genetic diseases. However, the company faces significant execution and competitive risks, as it currently lacks commercial products and operates in a capital-intensive, crowded field. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors with a high risk tolerance who are interested in the long-term potential of gene-editing technologies.

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 investorMixed fitThe company offers high-growth potential in gene editing but carries significant clinical and commercial risk.
Momentum investorWeak fitThis is a volatile, news-driven biotech stock that may not suit pure momentum strategies without sustained positive catalysts.
Value investorWeak fitThe company is in an early, cash-burning stage and lacks the earnings or assets to justify a value-based investment thesis.
Dividend investorWeak fitThere is no history or prospect of dividend payments as the firm focuses entirely on capital-intensive R&D.
Low-risk investorWeak fitClinical-stage biotechnology stocks are inherently high-risk and inappropriate for conservative, capital-preservation portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighBiotech stocks are highly sensitive to clinical trial outcomes and regulatory news.
Valuation riskHighThe company's valuation is based on future pipeline success rather than current earnings.
Competition risk (Biotech)Medium / highThe gene editing field is crowded with well-funded competitors developing similar or superior technologies.
Business qualityMediumWhile the platform is scientifically rigorous, the company is not yet a commercial, self-sustaining entity.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThis is a growth-stage biotech that does not provide income to shareholders.
Execution riskHighTranslating preclinical discoveries into approved human therapies is a complex and frequently unsuccessful process.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -10.74%
Avg. Invested days 24
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
MGX has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-12.6%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -354.9%), negative revenue growth (-51.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
MGX's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 64.5%). Cash strength is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is MGX's strongest growth driver at +20.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-51.8%, negative) and earnings growth (-12.6%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 18.4% and approximately 67.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 19.02% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.85%
Renaissance Technologies Corp 1.97%
Catalio Capital Management, LP 1.40%
Peapod Lane Capital LLC 1.39%
Two Sigma Investments LLC 1.36%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
MGX generates approximately $789 of gross profit, $-3,809 of operating income, and $-3,549 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 0.07%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
MGX has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 29.48M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 7
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 7
Volume (30-day avg) 158.4K shares
Beta 0.7
52 Weeks Range 0.72 - 2.42
Updated Date 11/01/2026
52 Weeks Range 0.72 - 2.42
Updated Date 11/01/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -2.49

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Strategic CollaborationsUpfront payments, milestone payments, and potential royalties from partnerships with large pharmaceutical companies.The company relies on major pharma partners to validate and help fund the development of its gene-editing tools.

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value -53.42M
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.17
Enterprise Value -53.42M
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.17
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.71
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 37.78M
Shares Floating 25.54M
Shares Outstanding 37.78M
Shares Floating 25.54M
Percent Insiders 19.02
Percent Institutions 18.44

Financial Metrics

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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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