Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals Management
Management criteria checks 4/4
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals' CEO is Chris Anzalone, appointed in Dec 2007, has a tenure of 18.58 years. total yearly compensation is $9.03M, comprised of 10.9% salary and 89.1% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 2.69% of the company’s shares, worth $318.55M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.2 years and 14.6 years respectively.
Key information
Chris Anzalone
Chief executive officer
US$9.0m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 10.86% |
| CEO tenure | 18.6yrs |
| CEO ownership | 2.7% |
| Management average tenure | 3.2yrs |
| Board average tenure | 14.6yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 23
ARWR: Mixed Wave Data And Execution Risks Will Challenge Recent Rebound
Analysts have lifted their price expectations for Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals. The updated fair value estimate has moved from $42.57 to $57.11 as they factor in a slower anticipated revenue decline, a higher projected profit margin, and a slightly lower future P/E multiple.Analysis Article • Jun 20
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals (ARWR) Stock Could Be 25.6% Undervalued After R And D Webinar Update
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals (ARWR) recently outlined a Summer Series of R&D webinars focused on its cardiometabolic pipeline, alongside positive clinical updates and upcoming regulatory milestones that have drawn fresh attention to the stock. See our latest analysis for Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals. Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals’ recent R&D webinar announcement and positive late May clinical readouts have coincided with strong momentum, including a 45.25% 3 month share price return and a very large 1...
Narrative Update • Jun 08
ARWR: Cardiometabolic RNAi Readouts And Licensing Will Drive Future Repricing
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals' updated analyst price target moves to $46, up from $35, as analysts factor in modestly higher long term growth and margin assumptions, along with a slightly lower discount rate, while keeping fair value unchanged at $110. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Arrowhead points to a constructive shift in tone, with a series of bullish analysts highlighting upside drivers tied to execution on the pipeline and the broader biotech backdrop.Narrative Update • May 25
ARWR: Cardiometabolic RNAi Data And Licensing Will Drive Future Repricing
Analysts have raised Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals' average price target by $11 to $46, citing a stronger sector backdrop, healthier biotech funding conditions, and reassessed growth and profitability assumptions. These are reflected in higher revenue growth expectations and a slightly higher future P/E multiple.Seeking Alpha • May 12
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals: A True Inflection Point Has Arrived
Summary Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals presents a compelling bull case with a strong pipeline and a new commercialization status thanks to REDEMPLO FDA approval. ARWR’s cardiometabolic pipeline, including REDEMPLO’s potential updating and ARO-DIMER-PA’s dual-target RNAi, supports future growth and market reach. The CNS drug ARO-MAPT that targets tauopathies linked to diseases like Alzheimer's will produce Phase 1 data in 2H 2026. This could drive a positive valuation rerating for ARWR. Financials reflect some commercialization growing pains, but a robust $1.8B balance sheet, the pipeline, strategic partnerships, and leadership suggest investor optimism will be rewarded. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • May 07
ARWR: Cardiometabolic RNAi Data And Licensing Progress Will Drive Future Repricing
Analysts have raised their Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals price target by $12 to $110, citing updated assumptions for a less severe revenue contraction, higher projected profit margins, and a lower forward P/E estimate in recent research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals has reflected a mix of caution and renewed optimism, with several bullish analysts focusing on price target changes, upgrades, and the implications for valuation and execution risk.Narrative Update • Apr 21
ARWR: Wave Data Concerns Will Test Sustainability Of Recent Share Price Rebound
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals' analyst price target has edged higher by about $0.26 to $42.57, with analysts pointing to updated views on profit margins and P/E assumptions following a mix of recent target raises and trims across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals reflects a split view, with some firms lifting targets sharply and others trimming expectations.Narrative Update • Apr 06
ARWR: RNAi Obesity And Cardiometabolic Data Will Drive Future Repricing
Narrative update on Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals The consensus analyst price target for Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals has been adjusted to $110. This reflects mixed recent research that pairs questions around Wave Life Sciences data with higher targets from several firms citing early obesity program results and the Redemplo launch.Narrative Update • Mar 23
ARWR: Obesity RNAi Data And Cardiometabolic Franchise Will Drive Future Repricing
Analysts have updated their views on Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals with a revised blended price target of $110. This reflects mixed shifts in assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E after recent obesity and cardiometabolic data, as well as the Redemplo launch.Narrative Update • Mar 09
ARWR: Obesity RNAi Data Will Test Sustainability Of Recent Share Price Rebound
Analysts have reduced their blended price target on Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals by about $2 to reflect a lower fair value estimate of $42.31. This incorporates more cautious assumptions on near term revenue growth and margins, even as recent research notes highlight supportive early obesity data and emerging cardiometabolic opportunities.Narrative Update • Feb 22
ARWR: Obesity And Cardiometabolic Pipeline Progress Will Drive Future Repricing
Narrative Update: Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals The updated analyst price framework for Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals keeps fair value at $110 while trimming implied future P/E assumptions, reflecting analysts' mixed but generally constructive reaction to recent obesity and cardiometabolic data and the Redemplo launch. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals cluster around two themes you should keep in mind: confidence in the obesity and cardiometabolic pipeline, and growing interest in the early commercial rollout of Redemplo.Analysis Article • Feb 12
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals' (NASDAQ:ARWR) Strong Earnings Are Of Good Quality
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:ARWR ) earnings announcement last week was disappointing for investors...Narrative Update • Feb 08
ARWR: Obesity Pipeline Progress Will Drive Future Repricing In My View
Analysts raised their fair value estimate for Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals to $110 from $80 as they incorporate updated assumptions on Redemplo's launch, initial obesity pipeline data, and a lower projected future P/E multiple, while also reflecting slightly higher risk and more conservative expectations for revenue growth. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are leaning into Arrowhead's transition from a pure development story toward one with its first approved product and an emerging obesity pipeline, and they are adjusting their models to reflect both assets.Narrative Update • Jan 25
ARWR: Early Obesity RNAi Data Will Challenge Durability Of Recent Share Repricing
Narrative update on Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals The updated analyst price target for Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals shifts to reflect a fair value of $44.02. Analysts point to Redemplo's approval and launch, early data from the ARO INHBE and ARO ALK7 obesity programs, and increased confidence in the pipeline as key factors in their revised outlook.Narrative Update • Jan 11
ARWR: Obesity RNAi Data Will Test Sustainability Of Recent Share Repricing
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals' analyst fair value estimate moved from $17.00 to about $44.94, as analysts cited early obesity trial data for ARO INHBE and ARO ALK7, validation of the TRiM RNAi platform, and the first FDA approval of Redemplo as key reasons for higher price targets in the US$80 range. Analyst Commentary Street research around Arrowhead has tilted more constructive around the obesity franchise, with multiple firms lifting their fair value estimates into the US$80 range after the initial ARO INHBE and ARO ALK7 data.
Narrative Update • Dec 18
ARWR: Upcoming SHTG Readouts Will Temper Optimism Despite Recent Cardiometabolic Progress
Analysts have raised their price targets on Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals by roughly $6 to the mid $40s to low $60s range, citing the FDA approval of Redemplo, a strengthened commercial outlook in familial chylomicronemia syndrome and sHTG, and underappreciated long term cost and margin advantages. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts view Redemplo's FCS approval as a key de-risking event that supports higher valuation multiples and justifies recent price target increases into the high $40s to low $60s range.Narrative Update • Dec 04
ARWR: Upcoming SHTG Data Will Likely Undermine Optimistic Cardiometabolic Expectations
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals higher to about $58 from $55, citing the FDA approval of Redemplo, expectations for a broader sHTG label, and underappreciated long term cost and margin advantages. Analyst Commentary Research coverage following the Redemplo approval has generally tilted positive, with several firms lifting their price targets and highlighting both the commercial opportunity in sHTG and Arrowhead's long term margin profile.Analysis Article • Dec 02
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ARWR) Stock Catapults 33% Though Its Price And Business Still Lag The Industry
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ARWR ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 33% gain in the last...Narrative Update • Nov 20
ARWR: FDA Milestone Will Drive Cost Advantage In Cardiometabolic Markets
Analysts have raised Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals' fair value estimate from $47.50 to $55.00 per share after the FDA approved Redemplo and expressed increased confidence in the company's commercial execution and cost advantages. Analyst Commentary Following the recent FDA approval of Redemplo, analysts have provided updated perspectives on Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals' valuation and prospects.Narrative Update • Nov 06
ARWR: Expect Cost Efficiency To Drive Competitive Advantage In Upcoming Metabolic Trials
Analysts have significantly raised their price target for Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, increasing it from $38 to $61 per share. They cite structural cost advantages and an underappreciated long-term gross margin potential as key factors for this change.Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analysts Boost Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals Price Target Amid Cost Advantages and Strategic Partnerships
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals' analyst price target has been raised from $45 to $47.50 per share. Analysts highlight the company's structural cost advantages and improved margin outlook.Analysis Article • Oct 07
What Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:ARWR) 29% Share Price Gain Is Not Telling You
Despite an already strong run, Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ARWR ) shares have been powering on, with a...Narrative Update • Oct 05
RNAi Pipeline Will Unlock Emerging Markets Despite Regulatory Risks
Analysts have slightly lowered their price target for Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals from $46.15 to $45.00, citing ongoing concerns following recent strategic divestitures by partners and modest shifts in the company's projected financials. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst research provides a mixed outlook for Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals following notable events involving partner Sarepta Therapeutics.Narrative Update • Sep 08
RNAi Pipeline Will Unlock Emerging Markets Despite Regulatory Risks
The consensus price target for Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals has increased modestly as its Future P/E has risen and Net Profit Margin has declined, resulting in a new analyst fair value of $46.15. What's in the News Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals announced a major global licensing and collaboration agreement with Novartis for ARO-SNCA, its preclinical siRNA therapy for synucleinopathies such as Parkinson’s Disease; the deal includes a $200 million upfront payment to Arrowhead, potential milestones up to $2 billion, and future royalties, with closing expected in the second half of 2025 (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Aug 21
Improved Revenues Required Before Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ARWR) Stock's 37% Jump Looks Justified
The Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ARWR ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an...New Narrative • May 18
Plozasiran Launch Will Transition Biotech Focus Despite Regulatory Hurdles
Transition to a commercial stage with plozasiran could significantly boost future revenues and improve margins through successful product launches.Seeking Alpha • Mar 21
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals Is Finally Arriving
Summary Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has streamlined its focus, now boasting 19 clinical programs, including 4 phase 3 trials and 4 phase 2 trials. Plozasiran shows superior results in triglyceride reduction and dosing frequency compared to its main competitor, Olezarsen, with a pivotal PDUFA date on November 18. ARWR's strong financial position is bolstered by a recent deal with Sarepta, extending its cash runway into 2028. Despite competition from Ionis' Olezarsen, ARWR's promising data and strategic partnerships make it a compelling long-term investment in RNAi therapeutics. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaCEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | -US$301m |
| Dec 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$202m |
| Sep 30 2025 | US$9m | US$981k | -US$2m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$148m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$144m |
| Dec 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | -US$640m |
| Sep 30 2024 | US$12m | US$951k | -US$599m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | -US$539m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | -US$471m |
| Dec 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$297m |
| Sep 30 2023 | US$10m | US$903k | -US$205m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$181m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$150m |
| Dec 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$155m |
| Sep 30 2022 | US$12m | US$863k | -US$176m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$154m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$112m |
| Dec 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$183m |
| Sep 30 2021 | US$25m | US$837k | -US$141m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$126m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$110m |
| Dec 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$103m |
| Sep 30 2020 | US$14m | US$786k | -US$85m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$24m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$10m |
| Dec 31 2019 | n/a | n/a | US$53m |
| Sep 30 2019 | US$2m | US$674k | US$68m |
Compensation vs Market: Chris's total compensation ($USD9.03M) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD14.46M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Chris's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Chris Anzalone (57 yo)
18.6yrs
Tenure
US$9,029,861
Compensation
Dr. Christopher R. Anzalone, also known as Chris, Ph D., has been the Chief Executive Officer and President at Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. since December 1, 2007 and serves as its Chairman. He serves a...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman | 18.6yrs | US$9.03m | 2.69% $ 318.6m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 1.2yrs | US$2.33m | 0.0092% $ 1.1m | |
| COO & Secretary | 4yrs | US$3.03m | 0.24% $ 28.4m | |
| Chief Medical Officer and Head of R&D | no data | US$2.97m | 0.16% $ 19.1m | |
| Founder and Founder & Director of Insert Therapeutics Inc & Calando | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief Scientific Officer | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Head of Investor Relations & VP | no data | no data | no data | |
| Director of Communications | 20.9yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Medical Scientist | 2.4yrs | US$16.34m | no data | |
| Head of Toxicology & VP | no data | no data | no data | |
| Head of Tax | 4.5yrs | no data | no data | |
| SVP of Cardiovascular & Head of Metabolic Franchise | 1.7yrs | no data | no data |
3.2yrs
Average Tenure
61yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: ARWR's management team is considered experienced (3.2 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman | 18.6yrs | US$9.03m | 2.69% $ 318.6m | |
| Founder and Founder & Director of Insert Therapeutics Inc & Calando | no data | no data | no data | |
| Independent Director | 14.6yrs | US$428.18k | 0.070% $ 8.3m | |
| Independent Lead Director | 8.5yrs | US$438.18k | 0.035% $ 4.1m | |
| Member of Hepatitis B Clinical Advisory Board | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chairman of Hepatitis B Clinical Advisory Board | no data | no data | no data | |
| Independent Director | 15.9yrs | US$420.68k | 0.043% $ 5.1m | |
| Member of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Clinical Advisory Board | no data | no data | no data | |
| Member of Hepatitis B Clinical Advisory Board | no data | no data | no data | |
| Member of Hepatitis B Clinical Advisory Board | no data | no data | no data | |
| Member of Hepatitis B Clinical Advisory Board | no data | no data | no data | |
| Independent Director | 4.2yrs | US$424.43k | 0.020% $ 2.3m |
14.6yrs
Average Tenure
67yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: ARWR's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 14.6 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/06 08:26 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/02 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/09/30 |
Data Sources
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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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Analyst Sources
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is covered by 28 analysts. 13 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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| Ying Huang | Barclays |
| William Pickering | Bernstein |
| Jason Matthew Gerberry | BofA Global Research |