Wave Life Sciences Ltd (WVE)

Currency in USD
6.380
-0.040(-0.62%)
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6.360-0.020(-0.31%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
6.2906.500
52 wk Range
5.02021.730
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
6.42
Open
6.4
Day's Range
6.29-6.5
52 wk Range
5.02-21.73
Volume
2.39M
Average Volume (3m)
4.65M
1-Year Change
7.2269%
Book Value / Share
2.72
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Fair Price
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Price Target
21.938
Upside
+243.85%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
6 analysts have revised their earnings upwards for the upcoming period

Wave Life Sciences Ltd News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

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

Analyst Ratings

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

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 21.938
(+243.85% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Wells Fargo
Buy14.00+119.44%13.00MaintainMay 20, 2026
Cantor Fitzgerald
Buy13.00+103.76%-MaintainMay 19, 2026
H.C. Wainwright
Buy13.00+103.76%18.00MaintainMay 19, 2026
Citi
Buy24.00+276.18%30.00MaintainMay 01, 2026
Canaccord
Buy43.00+573.98%52.00MaintainApr 30, 2026

Wave Life Sciences Ltd SWOT Analysis


RNA Editing Pionee
Wave Life Sciences leads in RNA editing oligonucleotides, targeting genetic diseases with a diverse pipeline and promising early-stage results in key programs
AATD Breakthrough
Explore WVE-006's potential for monthly dosing in alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, with favorable regulatory pathways and encouraging safety data
Obesity Market Entry
Delve into Wave's unique INHBE-targeting approach for obesity treatment, offering potential yearly dosing and differentiation in a competitive landscape
Financial Outlook
Analyst price targets range from $9 to $36, with a consensus "Strong Buy" recommendation despite near-term profitability challenges
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Wave Life Sciences Ltd Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Q1 2026 revenue surged 315% YoY to $38.2M vs. $8.34M forecast, driven by regaining full rights to WVE-006 program from collaboration.
  • EPS loss of $0.13 beat estimates of $0.32 by 59%; net loss improved 44% YoY to $26.1M despite higher R&D and G&A expenses.
  • Strong balance sheet with $544.6M cash position expected to fund operations through Q3 2028; current ratio of 11.26 signals solid liquidity.
  • Stock rose 1.59% to $7.05 post-earnings; analysts bullish with price targets of $12-$43, though InvestingPro suggests slight overvaluation.
  • FY 2026-2027 guidance projects revenue of $46.5M and $49.6M respectively; EPS losses forecast at $1.17 and $1.36 as clinical pipeline advances.
Last Updated: 2026-05-08, 11:46 a/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 28, 2026
EPS / Forecast
-0.13 / -0.32
Revenue / Forecast
38.25M / 8.34M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

WVE Income Statement

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P/E Ratio
−6.7x−3.4x−0.5x
PEG Ratio
0.190.000.00
Price/Book
2.4x1.5x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
17.1x7.5x3.1x
Upside (Analyst Target)
198.9%124.1%53.0%
Fair Value Upside
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Wave Life Sciences Ltd., a clinical-stage biotechnology company, designs, develops, and commercializes ribonucleic acid (RNA) medicines through PRISM, a discovery and drug development platform. The company’s medicines platform, PRISM combines multiple modalities, chemistry innovation, and deep insights into human genetics to deliver scientific breakthroughs that treat both rare and prevalent disorders. It is developing WVE-006, a GalNAc-conjugated RNA editing oligonucleotide for the treatment of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency; WVE-007, a GalNAc-conjugated small interfering RNA designed to silence INHBE mRNA targeting obesity; WVE-008, a GalNAc-conjugated RNA editing oligonucleotide for the treatment of liver disease; WVE-N531, an exon splicing oligonucleotide for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy; and WVE-003, an allele-selective oligonucleotide for the treatment of Huntington’s disease (HD). The company has collaboration agreements with GlaxoSmithKline for the research, development, and commercialization of oligonucleotide therapeutics; Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited for the research, development, and commercialization of oligonucleotide therapeutics for disorders of the Central Nervous System; and Asuragen, Inc. for the development and potential commercialization of companion diagnostics for investigational allele-selective therapeutic programs targeting HD. Wave Life Sciences Ltd. was founded in 2012 and is based in Singapore.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
52.61M27.35%337.77M
Other Institutional Investors
179.03M72.65%1.15B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
231.64M100.00%1.49B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
RA Capital Healthcare Fund, L.P.14.02%26,975,505172,104
RA Capital Management, L.P.14.02%26,975,505172,104

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FAQ

What Is the Wave Life Sciences Ltd (WVE) Stock Price Today?

The Wave Life Sciences Ltd stock price today is 6.380 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Wave Life Sciences Ltd Trade On?

Wave Life Sciences Ltd is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Wave Life Sciences Ltd?

The stock symbol for Wave Life Sciences Ltd is "WVE."

What Is the Wave Life Sciences Ltd Market Cap?

As of today, Wave Life Sciences Ltd market cap is 1.230B USD.

What Is Wave Life Sciences Ltd's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Wave Life Sciences Ltd EPS (TTM) is -1.031.

When Is the Next Wave Life Sciences Ltd Earnings Date?

Wave Life Sciences Ltd will release its next earnings report on Jul 30, 2026.

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

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

How Many Times Has Wave Life Sciences Ltd Stock Split?

Wave Life Sciences Ltd has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Wave Life Sciences Ltd Have?

Wave Life Sciences Ltd has 317 employees.

What is the current trading status of Wave Life Sciences Ltd (WVE)?

As of May 23, 2026, Wave Life Sciences Ltd (WVE) is trading at a price of 6.380 USD, with a previous close of 6.420 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 6.290 USD to 6.500 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 5.020 USD to 21.730 USD.

What Is Wave Life Sciences Ltd (WVE) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Wave Life Sciences Ltd is 21.938 USD, with a high estimate of 43 USD and a low estimate of 12 USD. 16 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Strong Buy. The stock has an +243.85% Upside potential.

What Is the WVE Premarket Price?

WVE's last pre-market stock price is 6.380 USD. The pre-market share volume is 11,770.000, and the stock has decreased by -0.040, or -0.620%.

What Is the WVE After Hours Price?

WVE's last after hours stock price is 6.360 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.020, or -0.310%.
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