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Neurocrine Biosciences Inc(NBIX)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$142.7
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NBIX

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

Neurocrine Biosciences is a specialized biopharmaceutical company that has established a leading position in the treatment of neurological and endocrine disorders. Its primary growth is driven by the consistent commercial success of Ingrezza, a medication for movement disorders, and an expanding pipeline of new therapeutic candidates. While the company has historically strong margins and a robust cash position, its heavy reliance on a single primary drug remains a key risk factor for investors. The company is likely best suited for growth-oriented investors comfortable with the volatility inherent in the biotechnology sector. Key developments to monitor include future pipeline readouts and market expansion efforts.

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 fitThe company has a consistent track record of revenue growth and a promising late-stage pipeline.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveStrong commercial execution often keeps the stock attractive to momentum strategies.
Value investorMixed fitThe stock often trades at a premium valuation typical of high-growth biotech companies.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend and reinvests all capital.
Low-risk investorWeak fitBiotech stocks are inherently volatile due to clinical and regulatory risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighBiotech stocks can swing significantly based on clinical data releases and regulatory outcomes.
Valuation riskMedium / highInvestors pay for future growth, which carries the risk of valuation compression if growth targets are missed.
Competition risk (Teva)MediumDirect competition from established pharmaceutical companies can impact market share and pricing.
Business qualityStrongThe company has a proven commercial engine and a sustainable financial position.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect income from dividends.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on the company's ability to navigate clinical trials and regulatory pathways for new indications.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

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 -8.36%
Avg. Invested days 37
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
NBIX receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
NBIX has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+40.2%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 26.2%) are partially offset by modest insider ownership of 1.06%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
NBIX's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 38.4%). Overall financial-health metrics support a 4-star score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is NBIX's strongest growth driver at +40.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+21.4%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+34.4%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 103.6% and approximately 98.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.06% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 13.49%
JPMorgan Chase & Co 6.29%
Dodge & Cox 5.49%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.89%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.47%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
NBIX generates approximately $982 of gross profit, $216 of operating income, and $262 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 32.15%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
NBIX has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 14.51B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 20.92
1Y Target Price 206.22
Price to earnings Ratio 20.92
1Y Target Price 206.22
Volume (30-day avg) 1.4M shares
Beta 0.4
52 Weeks Range 122.14 - 186.12
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 122.14 - 186.12
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 6.82

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Product SalesRevenue generated from the sale of Ingrezza and other commercialized therapies.The vast majority of money comes from doctors prescribing their primary drug, Ingrezza.
Collaboration and LicensingRevenue from licensing agreements and milestone payments.Small portions of income come from strategic partnerships with other drug companies.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-02
When After Market
Estimate 1.99
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 20.91%
Operating Margin (TTM) 22.19%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 11.7%
Return on Equity (TTM) 22.09%

Valuation

Trailing PE 20.92
Forward PE 14.12
Enterprise Value 14.42B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.3
Enterprise Value 14.42B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.3
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.28
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.65
Shares Outstanding 101.65M
Shares Floating 100.35M
Shares Outstanding 101.65M
Shares Floating 100.35M
Percent Insiders 1.06
Percent Institutions 103.63

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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