Heron Therapeutics, Inc.

NasdaqCM:HRTX Stock Report

Market Cap: US$86.9m

Heron Therapeutics Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 0/6

Heron Therapeutics has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 46.9%, while the Biotechs industry saw earnings growing at 37.7% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 13.9% per year.

Key information

46.93%

Earnings growth rate

53.65%

EPS growth rate

Biotechs Industry Growth17.04%
Revenue growth rate13.86%
Return on equity-338.63%
Net Margin-20.53%
Next Earnings Update10 Aug 2026

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update Jul 10

HRTX: Patent Appeal Outcome Will Drive Prospects For Future Profitability

Heron Therapeutics' updated analyst price target of $2 reflects a reset in fair value expectations and a lower assumed future P/E multiple as analysts factor in the recent Cinvanti patent setback along with potential generic competition. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Heron Therapeutics highlights a sharp reset in expectations after the Cinvanti patent decision, with analysts reassessing both downside risk from generic competition and any potential upside from an appeal and execution on the existing portfolio.
Narrative Update Jun 26

HRTX: Appeal Of Patent Ruling Will Shape Future Profitability Outlook

The analyst price target for Heron Therapeutics has been reduced from $4.75 to $3.00, as analysts factor in the recent Cinvanti patent setback, higher perceived risk, and lower projected profitability, despite a higher assumed future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Analyst views on Heron Therapeutics have shifted quickly following the Cinvanti patent decision, with several adjustments to ratings and price targets that reflect both legal risk and revenue concentration in this product.
Narrative Update Jun 12

HRTX: Patent Appeal Outcome Will Shape Future Pricing Opportunity

Heron Therapeutics' updated analyst price target has moved down from $4 to $2, as analysts factor in the recent court decision on Cinvanti patents, the potential for generic competition, and reduced assumptions for growth, profitability, and fair value, alongside a higher discount rate and P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent street research around Heron Therapeutics reflects a clear reset in expectations after the court ruling on Cinvanti patents.
Narrative Update May 29

HRTX: Reaffirmed 2026 Guidance And Execution Focus May Support Future Upside

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Heron Therapeutics by $2 to reflect updated views on discount rates, expected revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary on Heron Therapeutics centers on how updated assumptions for discount rates, revenue trajectories, margins and future P/E multiples feed into valuation.
Narrative Update May 13

HRTX: Revised Profit Outlook And Discount Rate Could Support Future Upside

Analysts have reduced their price target on Heron Therapeutics by $2, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E as the main factors behind the adjustment. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more cautious stance on valuation for Heron Therapeutics, with the latest $2 reduction in the price target linked to refreshed assumptions around fair value, discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E levels.
Seeking Alpha Feb 18

Heron: Near The Bottom Of A Trading Range Despite Positives

Summary HRTX has reported preliminary Q4'25 net revenues, with Zynrelef experiencing a breakout quarter. Aponvie sales are also still growing, with the acute care franchise being able to offset declines in the oncology care franchise. HRTX recently dealt with its 2026 convertible notes, although the company does now have debt maturing in 2030 and 2031. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Feb 12

Here's Why Heron Therapeutics (NASDAQ:HRTX) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Analysis Article Dec 16

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:HRTX) Stock Catapults 27% Though Its Price And Business Still Lag The Industry

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 27% after a shaky period...
Analysis Article Nov 08

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:HRTX) Just Reported, And Analysts Assigned A US$4.50 Price Target

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) missed earnings with its latest third-quarter results, disappointing...
Narrative Update Aug 15

Advanced Non-Opioid Therapies Will Transform The Pain Management Market

With both the discount rate and consensus revenue growth forecasts for Heron Therapeutics remaining stable, the consensus analyst price target has consequently held steady at $4.75 per share. What's in the News Reaffirmed Q1 2025 net revenue guidance of $153.0 million to $163.0 million.
Analysis Article May 09

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. Beat Analyst Profit Forecasts, And Analysts Have New Estimates

Shareholders might have noticed that Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) filed its quarterly result this time last...
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New Narrative Apr 29

ZYNRELEF Label Expansion And VAN Launch Will Broaden Medical Access

Expansion of ZYNRELEF labeling and VAN launch enhance market potential, operational efficiency, and revenue growth.
Analysis Article Apr 18

Lacklustre Performance Is Driving Heron Therapeutics, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:HRTX) 26% Price Drop

The Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) share price has softened a substantial 26% over the previous 30 days...
Seeking Alpha Mar 08

Heron Therapeutics: Four Horse Race Of Approved Therapies

Summary Heron Therapeutics' market cap has risen to ~$360 million, trading at ~$2.38, since my last "Hold" rating in November 2024. I will evaluate Heron's investment merits based on its full year and Q4 2024 earnings, reported on February 27, 2025. The analysis includes insights from Heron's earnings press release, conference call, 10-Q, and presentation. Heron has demonstrated a variety of successful outcomes, warranting a reassessment of its investment potential. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Mar 01

Heron Therapeutics, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:HRTX) Shares Bounce 48% But Its Business Still Trails The Industry

Despite an already strong run, Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of...
Analysis Article Nov 13

Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Heron Therapeutics, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:HRTX) 30% Share Price Plunge

The Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) share price has fared very poorly over the last month, falling by a...
Analysis Article Nov 13

Investors Don't See Light At End Of Heron Therapeutics, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:HRTX) Tunnel And Push Stock Down 30%

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow...
Analysis Article Aug 08

Investors Don't See Light At End Of Heron Therapeutics, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:HRTX) Tunnel And Push Stock Down 32%

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow...
Analysis Article May 30

Heron Therapeutics, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:HRTX) Share Price Boosted 31% But Its Business Prospects Need A Lift Too

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great...
Seeking Alpha Apr 16

Heron Therapeutics: Zynrelef Potentially Eases Shareholder Pain

Summary HRTX has received approval for its supplemental New Drug Application for Zynrelef, allowing its use in more surgical procedures. The company has partnered with Crosslink Life Sciences to promote Zynrelef, which could further drive sales growth. The availability of a vial access needle form of Zynrelef might not come until late 2024, but offers an additional milestone for Zynrelef's expansion. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Mar 15

Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For Heron Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:HRTX) After Its Full-Year Results

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong numbers...
Analysis Article Feb 15

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:HRTX) Surges 27% Yet Its Low P/S Is No Reason For Excitement

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 27% gain in the last month...
Analysis Article Dec 22

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:HRTX) Held Back By Insufficient Growth Even After Shares Climb 27%

Despite an already strong run, Heron Therapeutics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HRTX ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of...

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Heron Therapeutics makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

NasdaqCM:HRTX Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Mar 26151-311050
31 Dec 25155-201040
30 Sep 25155-141010
30 Jun 25150-1980
31 Mar 25149-8990
31 Dec 24144-141000
30 Sep 24138-28900
30 Jun 24136-48960
31 Mar 24132-811090
31 Dec 23127-1111200
30 Sep 23123-1201320
30 Jun 23118-1371310
31 Mar 23114-1511230
31 Dec 22108-1821440
30 Sep 2298-2171270
30 Jun 2295-2271340
31 Mar 2290-2321350
31 Dec 2186-2211270
30 Sep 2186-2281170
30 Jun 2183-2341040
31 Mar 2183-228960
31 Dec 2089-2271020
30 Sep 20103-2231000
30 Jun 20126-1981030
31 Mar 20140-1931120
31 Dec 19146-2051280
30 Sep 19140-1961260
30 Jun 19117-2011240
31 Mar 1998-1901110
31 Dec 1877-179940
30 Sep 1859-192880
30 Jun 1847-195840
31 Mar 1839-199850
31 Dec 1731-197820
30 Sep 1722-183780
30 Jun 1713-190750
31 Mar 175-190700
31 Dec 161-173690
30 Sep 160-156650
30 Jun 160-131560
31 Mar 160-110470
31 Dec 150-98360

Quality Earnings: HRTX is currently unprofitable.

Growing Profit Margin: HRTX is currently unprofitable.


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: HRTX is unprofitable, but has reduced losses over the past 5 years at a rate of 46.9% per year.

Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare HRTX's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable

Earnings vs Industry: HRTX is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Biotechs industry (59.3%).


Return on Equity

High ROE: HRTX has a negative Return on Equity (-338.63%), as it is currently unprofitable.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/07/28 04:06
End of Day Share Price 2026/07/28 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Sources

Heron Therapeutics, Inc. is covered by 15 analysts. 2 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Tazeen AhmadBofA Global Research
Liisa BaykoCitizens JMP Securities, LLC
Joshua SchimmerEvercore ISI