Oxford Nanopore Technologies Ltd (ONT)

Currency in GBP
170.00
+5.50(+3.34%)
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Unusual trading volume
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Fair Value
Day's Range
157.20170.00
52 wk Range
95.70211.20
Key Statistics
Bid/Ask
161.80 / 178.00
Prev. Close
164.5
Open
164.5
Day's Range
157.2-170
52 wk Range
95.7-211.2
Volume
7.9M
Average Volume (3m)
1.68M
1-Year Change
-19.4313%
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Price Target
180.00
Upside
+5.88%
Members' Sentiments
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RSI suggests the stock is in overbought territory
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Technical Analysis

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

Analyst Ratings

9 Buy
3 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
12 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 180.00
(+5.88% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Barclays
Buy1.82+7.06%1.60MaintainAug 21, 2026
Berenberg
Buy2.00+17.65%2.20MaintainAug 21, 2026
Berenberg
Buy2.00+17.65%2.20MaintainAug 19, 2026
Deutsche Bank
Buy1.95+14.71%2.25MaintainJul 20, 2026
Citi
Buy2.10+23.53%2.20MaintainJul 20, 2026

Oxford Nanopore Technologies Ltd Earnings Call Summary for H1/2026

  • H1 2026 revenue rose 12.3% to £116.7M but missed targets due to China (-16%) and Middle East (-14%) weakness; stock surged 16% on margin gains.
  • Gross margin expanded 400bps to 62.2%; adjusted EBITDA loss halved to £22.1M from £48.3M, signaling improved operating leverage and cost discipline.
  • Maintained FY2026 guidance of 16-20% revenue growth; reaffirmed 2027 EBITDA breakeven and 2028 positive free cash flow targets despite revenue miss.
  • Secured £20M cross-licensing deal with diagnostics firm, plus £15M committed purchases through 2028 and long-term royalty stream representing 90% of deal value.
  • CEO Van Parys refocused strategy on high-value applications where technology has competitive edge; targeting £700M revenue and 15%+ EBITDA margin by 2030.
Last Updated: 2026-08-19, 08:52 a/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 19, 2026
EPS / Forecast
-0.05 / -0.07
Revenue / Forecast
116.7M / 122M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

ONT Income Statement

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Metrics to compare
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Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
−13.7x−1.3x−0.3x
PEG Ratio
−0.80−0.060.00
Price/Book
3.9x4.9x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
7.1x5.6x3.1x
Upside (Analyst Target)
11.8%150.2%47.6%
Fair Value Upside
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Oxford Nanopore Technologies plc engages in the research, development, manufacture, and commercialization of a novel generation of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or ribonucleic acid (RNA) sequencing technology that allows analysis of DNA or RNA. The company offers MinION Mk 1D, a portable device for DNA and RNA sequencing; and GridION and GridION Q, a compact bench top device that delivers a version of hardware, software, and chemistry. It also provides PromethION products, such as PromethION 2, PromethION 24, and PromethION 48. The company has a collaboration with Cepheid to develop and commercialize automated infectious disease sequencing solutions. It operates in the region of Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, India, and the Asia Pacific. The company was formerly known as Oxford NanoLabs Limited and changed its name to Oxford Nanopore Technologies plc in May 2008. Oxford Nanopore Technologies plc was incorporated in 2005 and is headquartered in Oxford, the United Kingdom.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
189.27M19.41%264.41M
Other Institutional Investors
765.72M78.51%1.07B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
20.27M2.08%28.31M
Total
975.25M100.00%1.36B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
Eit Oxford Holdings, Llc17.51%170,814,670238,628
IP Group Plc9.00%87,737,695122,570

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FAQ

What Is the Oxford Nanopore Tech (ONT) Stock Price Today?

The Oxford Nanopore Tech stock price today is 170.00 GBP.

What Stock Exchange Does Oxford Nanopore Tech Trade On?

Oxford Nanopore Tech is listed and trades on the London Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Oxford Nanopore Tech?

The stock symbol for Oxford Nanopore Tech is "ONT."

What Is the Oxford Nanopore Tech Market Cap?

As of today, Oxford Nanopore Tech market cap is 1.60B GBP.

What Is Oxford Nanopore Tech's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Oxford Nanopore Tech EPS (TTM) is -0.13.

When Is the Next Oxford Nanopore Tech Earnings Date?

Oxford Nanopore Tech will release its next earnings report on Mar 09, 2027.

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

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

How Many Times Has Oxford Nanopore Tech Stock Split?

Oxford Nanopore Tech has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Oxford Nanopore Tech Have?

Oxford Nanopore Tech has 1316 employees.

What is the current trading status of Oxford Nanopore Tech (ONT)?

As of Aug 21, 2026, Oxford Nanopore Tech (ONT) is trading at a price of 170.00 GBP, with a previous close of 164.50 GBP. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 157.20 GBP to 170.00 GBP, while its 52-week range spans from 95.70 GBP to 211.20 GBP.

What Is Oxford Nanopore Tech (ONT) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Oxford Nanopore Tech is 180.00 GBP, with a high estimate of 225 GBP and a low estimate of 125 GBP. 9 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +5.88% Upside potential.
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