ACXP stock touches 52-week low at $0.43 amid market challenges

Published 18/03/2025, 20:08
ACXP stock touches 52-week low at $0.43 amid market challenges

Acurx Pharmaceuticals LLC (ACXP) stock has reached a new 52-week low, trading at $0.43, as the company faces a challenging market environment. According to InvestingPro data, while the company maintains a healthy cash position with more cash than debt, its current market capitalization stands at just $7.43 million. Analysis suggests the stock is currently undervalued compared to its Fair Value. This latest price point reflects a significant downturn for the pharmaceutical firm, which has seen its stock value plummet by -81.73% over the past year. Investors are closely monitoring ACXP’s performance, as the company navigates through a period marked by heightened volatility and shifting industry dynamics. The steep decline in stock value over the year underscores the hurdles Acurx Pharmaceuticals has encountered, raising concerns among shareholders about the company’s future prospects and strategic direction. Analyst price targets range from $1.50 to $12.00, suggesting potential upside despite current challenges. For deeper insights and additional analysis, including 8 more key ProTips about ACXP, access the comprehensive Pro Research Report available on InvestingPro.

In other recent news, Acurx Pharmaceuticals reported its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings, showing a narrower-than-expected loss per share. The company posted an EPS of -0.16, surpassing analysts’ forecast of -0.18. Despite this positive earnings surprise, Acurx’s cash reserves decreased significantly to $3.7 million from $7.5 million in 2023, highlighting potential funding challenges. The company plans to initiate Phase 3 clinical trials for its lead candidate, Abezoprostat, in June 2025, with a focus on securing additional funding and partnerships. Acurx has received positive regulatory guidance from both the FDA and the European Medicines Agency, aligning on the Phase 3 clinical trial program. The company also announced the closing of a $2.5 million registered direct offering in January 2025. Analysts from H.C. Wainwright and Alliance Global Partners (NYSE:GLP) have shown interest in the company’s strategic plans and partnership opportunities. The ongoing development of Abezoprostat for C. Difficile infection continues to show promising trial results, supported by recent scientific publications.

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