Small biotech stocks have struggled recently, with the SPDR® S&P Biotech ETF down over 15% in the past ten weeks. The pullback has presented significantly lower entry points on myriad small and mid-cap biotech and biopharma stocks. Today, we look at three of these names that have seen notable recent purchases from insiders and/or beneficial owners.
Today, we are following up on biopharma name Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. The company just posted solid Q3 results this week and announced significant cost reduction measures. Aurinia is seeing impressive sales growth, has a pristine balance sheet and should become increasingly profitable in coming years.
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:AUPH ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call November 7, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Andrea Christopher - Head, Corporate Communications & IR Peter Greenleaf - President, CEO & Director Greg Keenan - Chief Medical Officer Joe Miller - CFO Conference Call Participants Stacy Ku - TD Cowen Maurice Raycroft - Jefferies Olivia Brayer - Cantor Fitzgerald Will Soghikian - Leerink Partners Operator Greetings, and welcome to Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Third Quarter 2024 Earnings Call. [Operator Instructions] As a reminder, this conference is being recorded.
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals (AUPH) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.10 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.02 per share. This compares to loss of $0.09 per share a year ago.
Three small biotech stocks that I have covered lately have shown significant upward movement recently due to positive news. The stocks are experiencing what I call the 'Big Mo,' indicating strong momentum that could lead to additional upward movement. We follow up on these three small biotech/biopharma names and bring followers up to date on the recent positive news flow around them in the paragraphs below.
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals' LUPKYNIS, an FDA-approved treatment for lupus nephritis, is well-positioned to become a new standard of care due to its dual role in immunosuppression and kidney protection. The partnership with Otsuka Pharmaceutical supports Aurinia's international expansion into European and Asian markets. AUR200, now in Phase 1 trials, could be a significant future value driver targeting autoimmune diseases.
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals shows promising growth with increased Lupkynis sales. The near future could see a $10M milestone for Japanese approval and royalty payments from Japanese sales. AUPH is developing AUR200, with a phase 1 trial underway allowing it to diversify beyond Lupkynis. The Company reported a $722K net income for Q2'24, up from a $10.7M net loss in Q1'24.
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:AUPH ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call August 1, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Andrea Christopher - Head, Corporate Communications & IR Peter Greenleaf - President, CEO & Director Greg Keenan - Chief Medical Officer Joe Miller - CFO Conference Call Participants Joseph Schwartz - Leerink Partners Stacy Ku - TD Cowen Ed Arce - H.C. Wainwright & Co. Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen.
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals (AUPH) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.02 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.01 per share. This compares to loss of $0.08 per share a year ago.
Aurinia (AUPH) was a big mover last session on higher-than-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions might not help the stock continue moving higher in the near term.
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals stock has dropped more than 80% due to disappointing Lupkynis sales since its launch in 2021. Management is focusing solely on driving Lupkynis sales and cutting costs by laying off 25% of its sales force and discontinuing other programs. With positive cash flow expected soon, a $150 million share repurchase plan, and strong financials, Aurinia is undervalued and worth considering for investment.
Aurinia (AUPH) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions may not translate into further price increase in the near term.