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MoonLake Immunotherapeutics (MLTX)

MoonLake Immunotherapeutics (MLTX) 2-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/03/2025: MLTX (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 2 star rating for performance

Below Average Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.

Number of Analysts

3 star rating from financial analysts

16 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $14.61

1 Year Target Price $14.61

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$14.61 Target price
52w Low $5.95
Current$13.35
52w High $62.75

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 74.66%
Avg. Invested days 46
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 4.0
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 12/03/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 945.81M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 14.61
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 14.61
Volume (30-day avg) 16
Beta 1.24
52 Weeks Range 5.95 - 62.75
Updated Date 12/4/2025
52 Weeks Range 5.95 - 62.75
Updated Date 12/4/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -3.55

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-05
When -
Estimate -0.8788
Actual -1.1

Profitability

Profit Margin -
Operating Margin (TTM) -

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -30.72%
Return on Equity (TTM) -54.33%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 582256460
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value 582256460
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value to Revenue -
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -41.53
Shares Outstanding 70847401
Shares Floating 35662441
Shares Outstanding 70847401
Shares Floating 35662441
Percent Insiders 9.82
Percent Institutions 60.72

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MoonLake Immunotherapeutics

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

MoonLake Immunotherapeutics was founded in 2021. It is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing novel therapies for inflammatory skin and joint diseases. Their lead product candidate is Sonelokimab.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Drug Development: Focuses on the research, development, and clinical trials of Sonelokimab for the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and other inflammatory diseases.
  • Clinical Trials: Conducting Phase 2b and Phase 3 clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Sonelokimab.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Dr. Ardian Lilly is the CEO. The company operates with a focused leadership team overseeing clinical development, regulatory affairs, and business development.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Sonelokimab: Sonelokimab is a Nanobody targeting IL-17A/F heterodimer. It is currently in clinical trials for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and other inflammatory diseases. There is currently no revenue or market share yet as the drug is not approved. Competitors include Humira (AbbVie), Cosentyx (Novartis), and Taltz (Eli Lilly).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The market for inflammatory disease treatments is large and growing, driven by the increasing prevalence of conditions like HS and psoriasis. There's a high unmet need for more effective and targeted therapies.

Positioning

MoonLake is positioned as a company developing a potentially best-in-class IL-17A/F inhibitor with the potential to address unmet needs in inflammatory diseases.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for HS treatment alone is estimated to be several billion dollars. MoonLake aims to capture a significant portion of this market with Sonelokimab, if approved.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Novel IL-17A/F Nanobody
  • Promising Clinical Trial Results
  • Strong Intellectual Property
  • Experienced Management Team

Weaknesses

  • Limited Financial Resources Compared to Larger Pharma
  • Dependence on a Single Product Candidate
  • Clinical Trial Risks
  • No approved products or revenue

Opportunities

  • Successful Completion of Clinical Trials
  • Regulatory Approval for Sonelokimab
  • Expansion to Other Inflammatory Diseases
  • Partnerships with Larger Pharmaceutical Companies

Threats

  • Competition from Existing Therapies
  • Clinical Trial Failures
  • Regulatory Hurdles
  • Patent Challenges

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • ABBV
  • NVS
  • LLY

Competitive Landscape

MoonLake aims to compete with existing therapies by offering a potentially more effective and convenient treatment option. Key competitive advantages would include superior efficacy, improved safety profile, or less frequent dosing.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: MoonLake has grown rapidly since its founding, primarily through investment in clinical development.

Future Projections: Future growth is highly dependent on the successful completion of Phase 3 clinical trials and regulatory approval of Sonelokimab. Analyst estimates vary widely.

Recent Initiatives: Initiated Phase 3 trials for Sonelokimab in HS. Secured financing to support clinical development.

Summary

MoonLake Immunotherapeutics is a clinical-stage biotech company with a promising lead drug candidate, Sonelokimab. While they have no revenue, they are focusing on clinical trials. Success hinges on the outcomes of these trials and regulatory approval. They must maintain a strong cash position and navigate the competitive landscape.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company Website
  • SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Analyst Reports
  • ClinicalTrials.gov

Disclaimers:

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. The information provided is based on available data and is subject to change. Investing in biotechnology companies involves significant risks, including clinical trial failures and regulatory setbacks.

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About MoonLake Immunotherapeutics

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2020-10-20
Co-Founder, CEO & Director Dr. Jorge Santos da Silva Ph.D.
Sector Healthcare
Industry Biotechnology
Full time employees 100
Full time employees 100

MoonLake Immunotherapeutics, a clinical stage biotechnology company, focuses on developing therapies for inflammatory skin and joint diseases. It develops Sonelokimab, a novel tri-specific IL-17A and IL-17F inhibiting Nanobody for the treatment of inflammatory diseases, as well as for hidradenitis suppurativa, psoriatic arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, palmoplantar pustulosis, and psoriasis. The company was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland.