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Nephros Inc (NEPH)

Nephros Inc (NEPH) 3-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/04/2025: NEPH (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 3 star rating for performance

Moderate Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.

Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial analysts

2 Analysts rated it

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

1 Year Target Price $7

1 Year Target Price $7

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$7 Target price
52w Low $1.39
Current$5.78
52w High $6.42

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 98.24%
Avg. Invested days 35
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance icon 3.0
Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 4.0
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 12/04/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 61.48M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 41.32
1Y Target Price 7
Price to earnings Ratio 41.32
1Y Target Price 7
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 1.47
52 Weeks Range 1.39 - 6.42
Updated Date 12/4/2025
52 Weeks Range 1.39 - 6.42
Updated Date 12/4/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.14

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-06
When -
Estimate -0.015
Actual 0.03

Profitability

Profit Margin 8.26%
Operating Margin (TTM) 6.59%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 7.64%
Return on Equity (TTM) 16.29%

Valuation

Trailing PE 41.32
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 53367088
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.43
Enterprise Value 53367088
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.43
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.98
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 32.32
Shares Outstanding 10626683
Shares Floating 8659471
Shares Outstanding 10626683
Shares Floating 8659471
Percent Insiders 11.31
Percent Institutions 47.19

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Nephros Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Nephros, Inc. was founded in 1997. Initially focused on developing and commercializing medical devices related to dialysis, the company has expanded its offerings to include ultrafiltration and fluid management technologies for various applications, including infection control and biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Key milestones include FDA clearances for its hemodiafiltration system and its commercial expansion into diverse markets.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Medical Device Segment: Development, manufacturing, and sale of proprietary ultrafilters and related products for use in hemodialysis and hemodiafiltration, primarily for treating patients with chronic kidney disease. Includes dialyzers and bloodlines.
  • Water Purification Segment: Development, manufacturing, and sale of ultrafilters for water purification and infection control applications. Primarily focused on providing filters for hospitals and other healthcare facilities to reduce the risk of waterborne pathogens.
  • Biopharmaceutical Segment: Development, manufacturing, and sale of ultrafilters for biopharmaceutical companies to purify liquids and filtration to create drug products.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Nephros Inc.'s leadership team typically consists of a CEO, CFO, and other key executives overseeing various departments such as R&D, sales, and marketing. The organizational structure is generally hierarchical, with functional departments reporting to executive leadership.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • HDF Assist Module: A hemodiafiltration (HDF) system that integrates with existing dialysis machines. Market share is small, however, as larger dialysis providers like Fresenius and DaVita make their own equipment. Competitors include Fresenius Medical Care (FMS), Baxter International (BAX), and Asahi Kasei.
  • Nephros S/O Ultrafilters: Used in hospitals for infection control to prevent waterborne pathogens. Competitors include Pall Corporation (acquired by Danaher Corporation), and Mar Cor Purification (part of Cantel Medical).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The market includes dialysis equipment and services, water purification for medical applications, and filtration systems for biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Key trends include growing prevalence of chronic kidney disease, increasing demand for infection control solutions in hospitals, and growth in the biopharmaceutical industry.

Positioning

Nephros occupies a niche market focused on ultrafiltration technology. Its competitive advantage lies in its proprietary filter designs and its focus on specific applications like HDF and infection control.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for dialysis equipment, water purification, and biopharmaceutical filtration is estimated to be in the billions of USD. Nephros is positioned to capture a portion of this market, particularly in specialized ultrafiltration applications.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Proprietary ultrafiltration technology
  • Focus on niche markets with specialized needs
  • Potential for growth in infection control applications
  • Innovative products

Weaknesses

  • Limited financial resources compared to larger competitors
  • Small market share in competitive dialysis market
  • Dependence on specific product lines
  • Sales and marketing scale is small

Opportunities

  • Expanding into new geographic markets
  • Developing new applications for its ultrafiltration technology
  • Partnerships with larger healthcare providers
  • Capitalize on recent FDA approvals

Threats

  • Competition from larger, more established companies
  • Changing regulations in the healthcare industry
  • Economic downturn affecting healthcare spending
  • Technological obsolescence

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • FMS
  • BAX
  • DHR

Competitive Landscape

Nephros faces stiff competition from large, established players with greater resources. Its competitive advantage is its specialized technology and focus on niche markets, but it must innovate to maintain its position.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

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Future Projections: Future projections depend on analyst estimates. Please refer to analyst reports for estimates on future growth.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives may include product development, expansion into new markets, or partnerships. Current details are unavailable without latest filings.

Summary

Nephros is a small player in the ultrafiltration and dialysis market, holding a niche market. They have strong proprietary ultrafiltration technology and potential for growth in infection control and biopharmaceutical applications. Key weaknesses include its small market share and dependence on key product lines. Competitors pose the biggest threat.

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About Nephros Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters South Orange, NJ, United States
IPO Launch date 2004-09-21
President, CEO & Director Mr. Robert Banks
Sector Healthcare
Industry Medical Instruments & Supplies
Full time employees 31
Full time employees 31

Nephros, Inc., a commercial-stage company, develops and sells water solutions to the medical and commercial markets in the United States. The company offers ultrafiltration products that are used in dialysis centers for the removal of biological contaminants from water and bicarbonate concentrate; and in hospitals for the prevention of infection from waterborne pathogens, such as legionella and pseudomonas, as well as in military and outdoor recreation, commercial, and other healthcare facilities. It also manufactures and sells water filters that enhance the taste and odor of water, as well as reduce biofilm, bacteria, cysts, particulates, heavy metals, chemical compounds, scale build-up in downstream equipment, and other various contaminants. It markets its products to food service, hospitality, convenience store, and health care markets, as well as medical institutions. The company was incorporated in 1997 and is headquartered in South Orange, New Jersey.