H.C. Wainwright maintains Buy on electroCore stock, $25 target

Published 13/03/2025, 12:36
H.C. Wainwright maintains Buy on electroCore stock, $25 target

On Thursday, H.C. Wainwright reiterated a Buy rating and a price target of $25.00 on electroCore Inc. (NASDAQ:ECOR), following the company’s fiscal year 2024 financial results. electroCore, which focuses on medical treatment through bioelectronic medicine, reported a significant year-over-year revenue increase and outlined its strategy for the upcoming year. According to InvestingPro data, the company’s market capitalization stands at $86.53 million, with analyst price targets ranging from $20 to $29, suggesting potential upside from the current $13 trading price.

The company plans to broaden its presence within existing sales channels and expand its product offerings through strategic partnerships. At the close of 2024, electroCore’s gammaCore, a non-invasive vagus nerve stimulator, was purchased by 170 Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities, up from 147 at the end of 2023. The company’s total revenues for 2024 reached $25.2 million, marking a 57% increase from the $16.0 million reported in 2023. InvestingPro analysis reveals impressive revenue growth of 74.1% in the last twelve months, with a healthy gross profit margin of 83.3%.

The fourth quarter of 2024 saw the company ending on a strong note, with total sales amounting to $7.0 million, an 8% quarter-over-quarter increase from $6.6 million in the third quarter. Sales through the VA/Department of Defense (DoD) channel remained the primary revenue driver, with $17.8 million in 2024 revenue, an 85% year-over-year growth from $9.6 million in 2023. However, the fourth quarter showed a slight 4.5% quarter-over-quarter decrease in this channel, from $4.8 million in the third quarter to $4.6 million.

Despite potential uncertainties in the VA/DoD channel sales due to possible reductions in supply chain staff within the VA system, H.C. Wainwright anticipates that recent transactions with NeuroMetrix (NASDAQ:NURO), Inc., and Spark Biomedical will help offset any negative impact. The firm conservatively projects electroCore’s total revenues for 2025 to be approximately $30 million and maintains its 12-month price target of $25 per diluted share. For deeper insights into electroCore’s financial health and growth prospects, investors can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report available on InvestingPro, which includes detailed analysis of the company’s fundamentals, valuation metrics, and growth potential.

In other recent news, ElectroCore reported a notable 57% increase in revenue for the year 2024, reaching $25.2 million, alongside an improvement in gross margin to 85%. Despite these positive financial results, the company’s stock experienced a decline of 3.85% in aftermarket trading, reflecting investor concerns about future guidance and strategic challenges. ElectroCore’s strategic initiatives included the launch of the Truvega wellness product line and the acquisition of NeuroMetrix, which aims to enhance its position in the U.S. chronic pain and wellness markets.

The company also reduced its net loss by 37% to $11.9 million, showcasing improved cost management. ElectroCore did not provide specific guidance for 2025 due to the pending acquisition of NeuroMetrix, but expressed optimism about the growth of its prescription gammaCore sales. The acquisition of NeuroMetrix is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025, potentially expanding ElectroCore’s product offerings in the bioelectronic health and wellness sector. Additionally, ElectroCore announced a distribution agreement with Spark Biomedical to access the Spero Ascent product line for opioid withdrawal treatment.

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