Benchmark maintains $8 target on Heartbeam stock post-1Q report

Published 16/05/2025, 15:32
Benchmark maintains $8 target on Heartbeam stock post-1Q report

On Friday, Benchmark analysts maintained their Speculative Buy rating and $8.00 price target for Heartbeam Inc. (NASDAQ:BEAT), representing significant upside potential from the current trading price of $1.58. The micro-cap company, valued at $53 million, has caught analysts’ attention following its first-quarter report. According to InvestingPro data, the stock has several fundamental factors worth monitoring, with 7 additional key insights available to subscribers.

The company is poised for an initial commercial launch later in 2025, after securing a crucial 510(k) clearance from the FDA at the end of 2024. While the company holds more cash than debt and maintains a strong current ratio of 5.46, InvestingPro analysis indicates rapid cash burn - a critical factor to monitor as the company approaches commercialization. This clearance was for HeartBeam’s innovative system designed to assess arrhythmias using a cable-free, patient-held device that boasts 12-lead ECG accuracy.

Further bolstering the company’s outlook, Benchmark’s report included that a second 510(k) application for a 12-lead synthesis software is anticipated to receive clearance later this year. Additionally, HeartBeam has initiated discussions with the FDA regarding an ischemia indication, marking another step forward in their regulatory journey.

In a strategic move to enhance its technology, HeartBeam has entered into a collaboration with AccurKardia. This will integrate AccurKardia’s AccurECG™ algorithm into HeartBeam’s device, potentially improving its diagnostic capabilities.

With these advancements, HeartBeam is preparing for a pilot commercial launch later in the year, setting the stage for a full-scale launch anticipated in 2026. The stock has faced recent headwinds, declining 11% in the past week and 31% year-to-date. For deeper insights into HeartBeam’s financial health and growth prospects, InvestingPro subscribers can access a comprehensive analysis including detailed financial metrics and expert recommendations in the Pro Research Report.

In other recent news, HeartBeam Inc. reported its Q1 2025 earnings, showing an earnings per share (EPS) of -$0.18, which fell short of the analysts’ forecast of -$0.16. Despite the earnings miss, the company saw a positive response in after-hours trading, attributed to significant product developments and strategic partnerships. HeartBeam has received foundational FDA 510(k) clearance for its personal cable-free ECG device, a milestone that positions the company for growth in the cardiac care market. The company also announced a strategic partnership with AccuCardia, enhancing its product workflow and market position. Financially, HeartBeam reported a net cash usage of $4.5 million in operating activities for the quarter and raised $11.5 million through a public stock offering. Looking ahead, HeartBeam anticipates FDA clearance for its 12-lead ECG synthesis software by the end of 2025, with a commercial launch expected soon after. Analyst firms have noted the company’s strong financial discipline and strategic collaborations as positive indicators for future performance.

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