Nektar Therapeutics (NKTR)

Currency in USD
60.1000
-3.5400(-5.56%)
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60.1600+0.0600(+0.10%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
59.234964.9500
52 wk Range
6.480065.7900
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
63.64
Open
63.11
Day's Range
59.2349-64.95
52 wk Range
6.48-65.79
Volume
1.36M
Average Volume (3m)
987.95K
1-Year Change
196.79%
Book Value / Share
-1.95
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Price Target
93.8571
Upside
+56.17%
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Nektar Therapeutics News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

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

Nektar Therapeutics Company Profile

Nektar Therapeutics, a biopharmaceutical company, focuses on discovering and developing therapies that selectively modulate the immune system to treat autoimmune disorders in the United States and internationally. It develops NKTR-358, a regulatory T (Treg) cell stimulator designed to address the imbalance in the immune system underlying autoimmune disorders and chronic inflammatory conditions; PEG-CSF1, a polyethylene glycol (PEG) modified hematopoietic colony stimulating factor protein that is engineered to selectively modulate resolution processes of inflammation and has applications in a number of therapeutic indications, including acute and chronic inflammation; Tumor necrosis factor (TNF) receptor type II (TNFR2) agonist asset is a bivalent antibody molecule used to selectively stimulate TNFR2 receptor activity, without modulation of the TNFR1 signaling; and NKTR-255, an IL-15 receptor agonist designed to boost the immune system’s natural ability to fight cancer. It has collaboration agreements with Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.; AstraZeneca AB; UCB Pharma; F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd; Bausch Health Companies Inc.; Pfizer Inc.; UCB Pharma (Biogen); Bristol-Myers Squibb Company; Merck KGaA; and SFJ Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The company was incorporated in 1990 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Nektar Therapeutics Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2025

  • Nektar reports Q2 EPS of -$2.78, missing forecasts by 1,290%, while revenue of $11.17M beats expectations by 14.68%
  • Stock falls 3.12% post-earnings to $21.75; company maintains $1.08B in cash and investments at quarter-end
  • Nektar advances RespEG program, plans Phase III trials in 2026 for atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata
  • Company projects $180-$185M cash at 2025-end, ensuring runway into 2027; analysts set price targets of $69-$120
  • CEO emphasizes 'first in class novel Treg mechanism'; R&D chief highlights potential in alopecia areata treatment
Last Updated: 08/08/2025, 12:28
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P/E Ratio
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PEG Ratio
−0.290.010.00
Price/Book
−51.5x1.6x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
16.6x3.0x3.4x
Upside (Analyst Target)
63.0%119.7%37.6%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

6 Buy
1 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
8 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 93.8571
(+56.17% Upside)

Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 07, 2025
EPS / Forecast
-2.78 / -0.20
Revenue / Forecast
11.17M / 9.74M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does Nektar Trade On?

Nektar is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Nektar?

The stock symbol for Nektar is "NKTR."

What Is the Nektar Market Cap?

As of today, Nektar market cap is 1.14B.

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

The Nektar EPS (TTM) is -8.72.

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

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

How Many Times Has Nektar Stock Split?

Nektar has split 2 times.

How Many Employees Does Nektar Have?

Nektar has 61 employees.

What is the current trading status of Nektar (NKTR)?

As of 25 Oct 2025, Nektar (NKTR) is trading at a price of 60.1000, with a previous close of 63.64. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 59.2349 to 64.9500, while its 52-week range spans from 6.4800 to 65.7900.

What Is Nektar (NKTR) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Nektar is USD93.85714, with a high estimate of USD120 and a low estimate of USD30. 6 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +56.17% Upside potential.
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