Chimerix stock soars to 52-week high, hits $4.22

Published 30/01/2025, 18:02
Chimerix stock soars to 52-week high, hits $4.22

Chimerix Inc (NASDAQ: NASDAQ:CMRX) stock has reached a new 52-week high, touching $4.22 in recent trading, giving the company a market capitalization of $375 million. According to InvestingPro data, analysts have set price targets ranging from $6 to $11, suggesting potential upside. This milestone reflects a significant surge in the biopharmaceutical company’s stock value, marking a remarkable turnaround from its previous positions. Over the past year, Chimerix has seen an impressive 345.32% increase in its stock price, indicating strong investor confidence and a positive response to the company’s strategic initiatives and potential growth in its drug development pipeline. The 52-week high serves as a testament to the company’s resilience and the market’s optimistic outlook on its future performance. InvestingPro analysis reveals the stock is currently trading above its Fair Value, with 16+ additional insights available to subscribers through comprehensive Pro Research Reports.

In other recent news, Chimerix and uniQure (NASDAQ:QURE) BV have made significant strides in their respective pipelines. Chimerix has submitted Dordaviprone for accelerated approval and is awaiting a decision from the FDA. The company is also preparing for potential commercialization of Dordaviprone, targeting a global market opportunity exceeding $750 million. Meanwhile, uniQure BV is working towards submitting an accelerated approval application for AMT-130 in Huntington’s disease. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has agreed to an accelerated approval process for AMT-130, a development that has been positively received by financial services companies like Mizuho (NYSE:MFG) Securities, RBC Capital Markets, and Stifel.

On the other hand, TD Cowen, through its analyst Joseph Thome, outlined ten anticipated catalysts for the year 2025 that are expected to generate significant investor interest. The forecast includes a range of clinical trial data releases and regulatory milestones across the firm’s coverage universe.

In addition, H.C. Wainwright reaffirmed its Buy rating and $11.00 price target for Chimerix shares, expecting a potential launch for dordaviprone in the third quarter of 2025. The firm’s stance on Chimerix stock remains positive with a reiterated Buy rating and a maintained price target of $11.00.

These are among the recent developments in the biotech sector, as companies continue to advance their pipelines and prepare for potential commercial launches.

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