HLS Therapeutics (HLS) Stock Overview
A specialty pharmaceutical company, acquires and commercializes pharmaceutical products for the treatment of psychiatric disorders and cardiovascular disease in Canada, the United States, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 4/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | CA$4.64 |
| 52 Week High | CA$5.77 |
| 52 Week Low | CA$4.22 |
| Beta | 0.83 |
| 1 Month Change | 1.09% |
| 3 Month Change | 3.11% |
| 1 Year Change | -0.85% |
| 3 Year Change | 11.81% |
| 5 Year Change | -72.48% |
| Change since IPO | -59.97% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
HLS: Future Upside Will Depend On Executing Refined Earnings Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their price target on HLS Therapeutics to CA$4.45 from CA$4.75, reflecting updated views on the company that feed into revised assumptions regarding growth, margins and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on HLS Therapeutics show price targets aligning at CA$4.45, with ratings maintained rather than shifted to more negative stances.
HLS: Future Execution Risks Will Temper Benefits Of New Cholesterol Franchise
Analysts have trimmed their price target on HLS Therapeutics to CA$4.45 from CA$4.75, reflecting updated views on its growth profile and profitability. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts are signaling a more cautious stance on HLS Therapeutics after the revised CA$4.45 price target.HLS: Future Execution Risks Will Offset New Product And Margin Assumptions
Analysts have trimmed their price target on HLS Therapeutics to CA$4.45 from CA$4.75, reflecting updated views on the company’s revenue growth potential, profit margin outlook, and a higher assumed future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts have reacted to recent developments by trimming their price target on HLS Therapeutics to CA$4.45 from CA$4.75, while maintaining a Hold stance.HLS: Future Share Performance Will Rely On Execution Against Updated Outlook
The analyst price target for HLS Therapeutics has been reduced by CA$0.30 to CA$4.45. Analysts cited updated assumptions around growth, profitability and valuation multiples as key drivers for the change.HLS: Fair Outlook Will Balance Revised Profitability Assumptions And Execution Risks
Analysts have trimmed their price target on HLS Therapeutics to CA$4.72 from CA$4.76, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and a slightly lower future P/E multiple. Valuation Changes Fair Value: CA$ fair value estimate adjusted slightly from CA$4.76 to CA$4.72.HLS: Improved Profitability Outlook Will Support Stronger Future Share Performance
Analysts now see fair value for HLS Therapeutics at about CA$11.59, slightly below the prior CA$11.79. This reflects updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E expectations.HLS: Higher Profitability Outlook Will Support Upgraded Future Share Performance
Analysts have nudged their price target on HLS Therapeutics higher to C$7 from C$6, pointing to updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E levels that support a slightly revised outlook for the shares. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a slightly more optimistic tone around HLS Therapeutics, with bullish analysts adjusting their models to support a higher valuation anchor for the shares.HLS: Higher Profitability Outlook Will Drive Stronger Future Share Performance
Analysts have raised their price target on HLS Therapeutics to C$7 from C$6, reflecting updated views on fair value, growth expectations, profitability, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research points to a more constructive view on HLS Therapeutics, with bullish analysts revisiting their assumptions on fair value, growth potential, and what they are willing to pay on a P/E basis.HLS: Higher Rating Outlook Will Balance Execution Risks And Near Term Guidance
Analysts lifted their price target for HLS Therapeutics to C$7 from C$6, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and a lower future P/E multiple in their models. Analyst Commentary Even with the price target now set at C$7, some research commentary still reads as cautious.HLS: Higher Projected Earnings Will Support Stronger Future Share Performance
Analysts have raised their price target on HLS Therapeutics by C$1 to C$7, reflecting higher projected fair value, faster expected revenue growth, and improved profit margin assumptions, despite a slightly higher discount rate and lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight that the higher price target reflects growing confidence in HLS Therapeutics execution and earnings trajectory, even after factoring in a modestly higher risk profile.
HLS: Ongoing Share Buybacks And Debt Reduction Will Drive Positive Momentum
The analyst price target for HLS Therapeutics has increased from C$6 to C$7. This reflects analysts’ confidence in the company’s improving financial performance and ongoing strategic initiatives.HLS Therapeutics Inc. (TSE:HLS) Just Reported, And Analysts Assigned A CA$6.80 Price Target
The analysts might have been a bit too bullish on HLS Therapeutics Inc. ( TSE:HLS ), given that the company fell short...Canadian Regulatory Approvals Will Foster A Vibrant Cardiovascular Market
Analysts have raised their price target for HLS Therapeutics to CA$7.41, citing positive impacts from share buybacks, debt reduction, and an expanding product portfolio, alongside signs of adjusted EBITDA recovery and improved operational performance. Analyst Commentary Share buybacks and debt reduction are viewed positively for capital allocation and balance sheet strength.
Vascepa Sales In Canada And Cost Cuts Will Transform Prospects
Significant revenue growth is expected from Vascepa in Canada, driven by increased prescriptions and stabilizing payer mix, positively impacting revenue.Are Investors Undervaluing HLS Therapeutics Inc. (TSE:HLS) By 45%?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, HLS Therapeutics fair value estimate is CA$6.42 Current share...Pinning Down HLS Therapeutics Inc.'s (TSE:HLS) P/S Is Difficult Right Now
It's not a stretch to say that HLS Therapeutics Inc.'s ( TSE:HLS ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 1.5x right now...Analysts Have Lowered Expectations For HLS Therapeutics Inc. (TSE:HLS) After Its Latest Results
It's shaping up to be a tough period for HLS Therapeutics Inc. ( TSE:HLS ), which a week ago released some...After Leaping 29% HLS Therapeutics Inc. (TSE:HLS) Shares Are Not Flying Under The Radar
The HLS Therapeutics Inc. ( TSE:HLS ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of...Here's Why HLS Therapeutics (TSE:HLS) Can Afford Some Debt
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysts Are More Bearish On HLS Therapeutics Inc. (TSE:HLS) Than They Used To Be
Market forces rained on the parade of HLS Therapeutics Inc. ( TSE:HLS ) shareholders today, when the analysts...Here's Why HLS Therapeutics (TSE:HLS) Can Afford Some Debt
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Would HLS Therapeutics (TSE:HLS) Be Better Off With Less Debt?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...HLS Therapeutics (TSE:HLS) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.05
The board of HLS Therapeutics Inc. ( TSE:HLS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 15th of June, with...HLS Therapeutics (TSE:HLS) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.05
The board of HLS Therapeutics Inc. ( TSE:HLS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 15th of June, with...HLS Therapeutics (TSE:HLS) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.05
HLS Therapeutics Inc. ( TSE:HLS ) will pay a dividend of $0.05 on the 15th of March. Based on this payment, the...Shareholder Returns
| HLS | CA Pharmaceuticals | CA Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 1.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| 1Y | -0.9% | 45.3% | 33.7% |
Return vs Industry: HLS underperformed the Canadian Pharmaceuticals industry which returned 45.3% over the past year.
Return vs Market: HLS underperformed the Canadian Market which returned 33.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| HLS volatility | |
|---|---|
| HLS Average Weekly Movement | 2.3% |
| Pharmaceuticals Industry Average Movement | 11.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 10.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in CA Market | 17.9% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in CA Market | 3.9% |
Stable Share Price: HLS has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Canadian market.
Volatility Over Time: HLS's weekly volatility (2%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | 85 | Craig Millian | www.hlstherapeutics.com |
HLS Therapeutics Inc., a specialty pharmaceutical company, acquires and commercializes pharmaceutical products for the treatment of psychiatric disorders and cardiovascular disease in Canada, the United States, and internationally. The company offers Clozaril (clozapine tablets), an atypical antipsychotic to manage symptoms of treatment-resistant schizophrenia; CSAN Pronto device, which enhances and simplifies the mandatory safety blood monitoring process for patients that are prescribed Clozaril; Nilemdo, a bempedoic acid product for cardiovascular risk reduction; Nexlizet, a bempedoic acid and ezetimibe product for cardiovascular risk reduction; and Vascepa, an icosapent ethyl capsule for the treatment of cardiovascular disease. It also distributes MyCare psychiatry lab assays, which are a line of tests that can be processed on analyzers used in laboratory systems to measure the blood levels of the most common antipsychotic drugs, including clozapine, risperidone, quetiapine, aripiprazole, olanzapine, and paliperidone; and MyCare Insite, a point-of-care device that requires only a single drop of blood taken by a finger stick to measure patient drug levels.
HLS Therapeutics Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| HLS fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | CA$145.12m |
| Earnings (TTM) | -CA$14.22m |
| Revenue (TTM) | CA$77.00m |
Is HLS overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| HLS income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$55.74m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$16.15m |
| Gross Profit | US$39.59m |
| Other Expenses | US$49.89m |
| Earnings | -US$10.29m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -0.33 |
| Gross Margin | 71.03% |
| Net Profit Margin | -18.46% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 73.5% |
How did HLS perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/24 18:32 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/22 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
HLS Therapeutics Inc. is covered by 4 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| David Martin | Bloom Burton & Co. |
| Tania Armstrong-Whitworth | Canaccord Genuity |
| Michael Freeman | Raymond James Ltd. |