MaxCyte Inc(MXCT)

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1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$1.4
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MXCT

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

MaxCyte Inc is a life sciences tools company providing specialized cell-engineering platforms used by biotechnology firms for cell therapy development. The company holds a distinct position with its proprietary electroporation technology, which serves as a key enabler for developers of next-generation therapies. Growth is driven by the expansion of its partner network and the progression of these therapies toward commercialization. However, MaxCyte faces risks from the inherent uncertainty of clinical trials and intense competition from larger, well-capitalized life science firms. This stock may suit growth-oriented investors with a high risk tolerance who are looking for long-term exposure to the cell therapy sector, and investors should monitor clinical milestones.

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 fitMaxCyte offers exposure to the high-growth cell therapy market through its enabling technology platform.
Momentum investorMixed fitSuitability is conditional on positive news flow regarding partner trial successes or new strategic partnerships.
Value investorWeak fitThe company is in an early-to-growth stage and often trades at multiples reflecting future potential rather than current earnings.
Dividend investorWeak fitMaxCyte does not pay a dividend as it focuses on reinvesting cash flow into business expansion.
Low-risk investorWeak fitExposure to binary outcomes of clinical trials and biotech sector volatility makes it unsuitable for conservative portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is subject to significant swings based on clinical trial results and overall biotech sector sentiment.
Valuation riskMedium / highCurrent valuations rely heavily on long-term growth expectations rather than current profitability.
Competition risk (alternative delivery tech)Medium / highNew technologies could render current electroporation methods obsolete or less competitive.
Business qualityMediumWhile the technology is essential, the company's reliance on partner success creates significant external dependencies.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect income from this stock.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on the company's ability to maintain its tech lead while managing the complexities of partner relationships.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -21.2%
Avg. Invested days 27
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
MXCT 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 (-8.7%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -109.5%), negative revenue growth (-14.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
MXCT's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 51.4%). Cash strength is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
MXCT's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being earnings growth at -8.7% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while revenue growth (-14.5%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-23.6%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 66.6% and approximately 90.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.84% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Capricorn Fund Managers Ltd 7.95%
Vitruvian Partners 4.89%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.91%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 3.58%
Mudita Advisors LLP 3.27%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
MXCT generates approximately $812 of gross profit, $-1,371 of operating income, and $-1,095 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: 0.00%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
MXCT has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

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

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 144.49M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.11
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.11
Volume (30-day avg) 1.0M shares
Beta 1.49
52 Weeks Range 0.64 - 1.80
Updated Date 10/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 0.64 - 1.80
Updated Date 10/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.34

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Instrument SalesRevenue from selling ExPERT electroporation systems.Upfront capital sales drive the initial installation base.
DisposablesSingle-use processing assemblies required for each cell treatment.This is a recurring revenue stream that scales with the volume of clinical and commercial use.
Strategic LicensesMilestone payments and eventual royalties from partner programs.This aligns the company's success with the regulatory and commercial progress of its partners' drugs.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 63.58M
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.65
Enterprise Value 63.58M
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.65
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.78
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -11.07
Shares Outstanding 103.21M
Shares Floating 93.72M
Shares Outstanding 103.21M
Shares Floating 93.72M
Percent Insiders 1.84
Percent Institutions 66.6

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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