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Molecular Partners AG ADR (MOLN)

Molecular Partners AG ADR (MOLN) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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11/13/2025: MOLN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial analysts

4 Analysts rated it

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

1 Year Target Price $10.83

1 Year Target Price $10.83

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$10.83 Target price
52w Low $3.36
Current$4.28
52w High $6.14

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 45.23%
Avg. Invested days 30
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 160.07M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 10.83
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 10.83
Volume (30-day avg) 4
Beta 0.56
52 Weeks Range 3.36 - 6.14
Updated Date 11/14/2025
52 Weeks Range 3.36 - 6.14
Updated Date 11/14/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -2.03

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-10-30
When -
Estimate -0.4795
Actual -0.33

Profitability

Profit Margin -
Operating Margin (TTM) -

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -27.01%
Return on Equity (TTM) -51.42%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 1.78
Enterprise Value 36734931
Price to Sales(TTM) 199.56
Enterprise Value 36734931
Price to Sales(TTM) 199.56
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.81
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 1.23
Shares Outstanding 37399152
Shares Floating 17489339
Shares Outstanding 37399152
Shares Floating 17489339
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 9.59

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Molecular Partners AG ADR

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Molecular Partners AG was founded in 2004, focusing on developing DARPin therapeutics, a class of protein therapeutics with unique binding properties. It has evolved from a research-focused company to one with clinical-stage programs and partnerships.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • DARPin Therapeutics: Development and commercialization of DARPin-based therapies targeting various diseases, including oncology and ophthalmology.
  • Partnerships and Licensing: Collaborating with pharmaceutical companies to develop and commercialize DARPin therapeutics for specific indications.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The company is led by its CEO and executive management team, with a board of directors providing oversight. Organizational structure involves research, development, clinical, and commercial functions.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Ensovibep (MP0420): A DARPin therapeutic developed in collaboration with Novartis for the treatment of COVID-19. Clinical data has shown efficacy in reducing hospitalization and death. Market share data is difficult to ascertain. Competitors include Pfizer (Paxlovid), Merck (Molnupiravir), and Regeneron (monoclonal antibodies, though limited use now).
  • MP0310: A FAP-targeting DARPin therapeutic in clinical development for oncology indications. Currently no market share as its not approved. Competitors: Other companies developing FAP-targeting therapies.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The pharmaceutical industry is highly competitive and research-intensive, with a growing focus on biologics and targeted therapies. DARPin technology offers a novel approach with potential advantages over traditional antibodies.

Positioning

Molecular Partners AG is positioned as an innovator in the field of protein therapeutics, with a focus on DARPin technology. Its competitive advantage lies in the unique properties of DARPins, such as high binding affinity and modularity.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market varies greatly depending on the specific indications targeted. For example, the COVID-19 therapeutics market was significant during the pandemic. The oncology market is also substantial. Molecular Partners AG's TAM depends on the success of its pipeline and partnerships.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Novel DARPin technology platform
  • Strong intellectual property position
  • Strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies
  • Promising clinical data for lead candidates

Weaknesses

  • Limited commercial infrastructure
  • Reliance on partnerships for commercialization
  • High research and development costs
  • Need for FDA approval

Opportunities

  • Expansion of DARPin technology to new therapeutic areas
  • Potential for strategic acquisitions or licensing deals
  • Increasing demand for targeted therapies
  • Regulatory pathways for accelerated approval

Threats

  • Competition from established pharmaceutical companies
  • Clinical trial failures
  • Regulatory hurdles
  • Patent challenges

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • PFE
  • MRK
  • REGN

Competitive Landscape

Molecular Partners AG competes with established pharmaceutical companies in the biologics and targeted therapy market. It aims to differentiate itself through its DARPin technology.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth is driven by successful clinical trials and partnerships.

Future Projections: Future growth depends on the success of its clinical pipeline and the ability to secure further partnerships. Analyst estimates are not readily available.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include advancing clinical trials for lead candidates, and seeking new partnerships.

Summary

Molecular Partners AG is a clinical-stage biotech firm leveraging its unique DARPin technology. While they have secured partnerships, they also face risks associated with clinical trial outcomes, regulatory hurdles, and competition. Success hinges on the progress of their drug pipeline and strategic partnerships. The company has been halted due to a delisting, presenting uncertainty.

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About Molecular Partners AG ADR

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2021-06-16
Co-Founder, CEO, Member of Management Board & Director Dr. Patrick Amstutz Ph.D.
Sector Healthcare
Industry Biotechnology
Full time employees 158
Full time employees 158

Molecular Partners AG, a clinical-stage biotechnology company, designs and develops designed ankyrin repeat proteins therapeutics for the treatment of oncology diseases in Switzerland. Its product pipeline comprises MP0317, which is in Phase 1 clinical trial for the treatment of advanced solid tumors; MP053, novel tetra-specific T cell-engaging DARPin, which is phase 1 clinical trial for the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia; and MP0712, a 212Pb Radio-DARPin therapy (RDT) candidate targeting the tumor-associated protein delta-like ligand 3 (DLL3) which is in preclinical trial to treat SCLC and neuroendocrine tumors. It also researches for Switch-DARPin T cell engager to treat CD3 x costim x; and Radio-DARPin Therapy to treat ovarian disease. In addition, the company develops MP0621, a molecular partners' first Switch-DARPin program, which is in preclinical trial designed to induce killing of hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) as a next-generation conditioning regimen for HSC transplantation (HSCT); and Radio-DARPin Therapy (RDT) platform, a delivery system for effective and selective delivery of radioactive payloads to solid tumors. It has collaboration agreement with Orano Med SAS to develop novel Radio-DARPin therapeutics and an additional six targeted alpha therapeutics candidates. Molecular Partners AG was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in Schlieren, Switzerland.