Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (LGND)

Currency in USD
288.01
-8.27(-2.79%)
Closed·
296.37+8.36(+2.90%)
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Earnings results expected in 7 days
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Fair Value
Day's Range
287.19298.29
52 wk Range
129.55326.63
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
288.01
Open
294.63
Day's Range
287.19-298.29
52 wk Range
129.55-326.63
Volume
356.72K
Average Volume (3m)
353.42K
1-Year Change
112.9779%
Book Value / Share
50.01
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
323.30
Upside
+12.25%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
Trading at a low P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Analyst Ratings

9 Buy
0 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
9 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 323.30
(+12.25% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Citi
Buy387.00+34.37%-New CoverageJul 21, 2026
Benchmark
Buy335.00+16.32%275.00MaintainJul 16, 2026
RBC Capital
Buy340.00+18.05%262.00MaintainJul 15, 2026
BofA Securities
Buy388.00+34.72%266.00MaintainJul 09, 2026
Stifel
Buy332.00+15.27%255.00MaintainJul 08, 2026

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated SWOT Analysis


Royalty Powerhouse
Ligand's unique drug royalty aggregator model drives impressive growth, with a 73.59% stock return over the past year and a strong financial health score.
Financial Triumph
Explore Ligand's robust financial performance, featuring a 78.77% gross profit margin and projected EPS growth from $2.44 in 2022 to over $10.00 by 2028.
Pipeline Progress
Recent FDA approvals for Ohtuvayre and Capvaxive, along with EU approval for Filspari, showcase Ligand's development capabilities and future revenue potential.
Analyst Optimism
Delve into analyst perspectives, with price targets ranging from $110 to $150, reflecting confidence in Ligand's diversified portfolio and growth strategy.
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Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Q1 2026 EPS of $1.63 missed forecast of $1.84 by 11.4%; revenue of $51.72M fell short of $59.07M estimate by 12.4%
  • Stock plunged 9.78% to $210 in pre-market trading, reflecting investor disappointment over earnings miss
  • Royalty revenue surged 56% YoY to $43M, driving 14% total revenue growth as strategic pivot to royalty model continues
  • Full-year 2026 EPS guidance of $8.50-$9.50 maintained, below analyst consensus of $10.00
  • CEO Higgins emphasized strong financial position with $1B capital available; XOMA acquisition integration ongoing amid competitive pressures
Last Updated: 2026-05-07, 11:58 a/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
May 07, 2026
EPS / Forecast
1.63 / 1.84
Revenue / Forecast
51.72M / 59.07M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

LGND Income Statement

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Metrics to compare
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P/E Ratio
37.2x−6.0x−0.3x
PEG Ratio
0.18−0.510.00
Price/Book
5.7x1.9x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
20.8x5.0x2.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
15.8%51.3%56.7%
Fair Value Upside
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Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, a biopharmaceutical company, develops and licenses biopharmaceutical assets worldwide. It offers Pradefovir, Posaconazole, Voriconazole, CAPVAXIVE, NOXAFIL, MenFive, and ZELSUVMI for infectious disease; EVOMELA and KYPROLIS for multiple myeloma; FILSPARI for the treatment of immunoglobulin a nephropathy; PNEUMOSIL, a pneumococcal conjugate vaccine to help fight against pneumococcal pneumonia in children; and QARZIBA to treat neuroblastoma. The company also provides Teriparatide injection product for osteoporosis; RYLAZE, a recombinant erwinia asparaginase for acute lymphoblastic leukemia or lymphoblastic lymphoma in adult and pediatric patients; TZIELD, a CD3-directed antibody indicated to delay the onset of Stage 3 type 1 diabetes in adults and children aged 8 years and older with Stage 2 T1D; and VAXNEUVANCE for the prevention of invasive disease caused by streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes. In addition, it offers Duavee for menopause; Frovatriptan to treat Neurology; FYCOMPA and SESQUIENT for CNS; MEKINIST for cardiology; Nexterone, a captisol-enabled formulation of amiodarone; VEKLURY, an antiviral treatment for COVID-19; and Viviant for osteoporosis. Further, the company develops ACLX-002, Ciforadenant, UGN-301, Viright, MB07133, BOT/BAL, and Lasofoxifene for oncology; Ensifentrine for respiratory disease; QTORIN for rare disease; Sparsentan for kidney disease; VK2809 for hepatology; ANEB-001 for acute cannabinoid intoxication; Reproxalap for opthamology; VK0214 for Rare Disease; and VK5211 for musculoskeletal disorder. The company was incorporated in 1987 and is based in Jupiter, Florida.

Employees
47

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
13.09M66.08%3.77B
Other Institutional Investors
8.50M33.92%2.45B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
21.6M100.00%6.22B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.14.95%2,961,923853,063
iShares Trust - iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF6.09%1,207,525347,779

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FAQ

What Is the Ligand (LGND) Stock Price Today?

The Ligand stock price today is 288.01 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Ligand Trade On?

Ligand is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Ligand?

The stock symbol for Ligand is "LGND."

What Is the Ligand Market Cap?

As of today, Ligand market cap is 5.71B USD.

What Is Ligand's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Ligand EPS (TTM) is 7.50.

When Is the Next Ligand Earnings Date?

Ligand will release its next earnings report on Aug 06, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is LGND a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Sell.

How Many Times Has Ligand Stock Split?

Ligand has split 1 times.

How Many Employees Does Ligand Have?

Ligand has 47 employees.

What is the current trading status of Ligand (LGND)?

As of Jul 30, 2026, Ligand (LGND) is trading at a price of 288.01 USD, with a previous close of 288.01 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 287.19 USD to 298.29 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 129.55 USD to 326.63 USD.

What Is Ligand (LGND) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Ligand is 323.30 USD, with a high estimate of 388 USD and a low estimate of 247 USD. 9 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Strong Buy. The stock has an +12.25% Upside potential.

What Is the LGND After Hours Price?

LGND's last after hours stock price is 296.37 USD, the stock has decreased by 8.36, or 2.90%.
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