Cytokinetics (CYTK) Stock Overview
A biopharmaceutical company, focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing novel muscle activators and muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$74.84 |
| 52 Week High | US$80.20 |
| 52 Week Low | US$29.31 |
| Beta | 0.38 |
| 1 Month Change | 15.24% |
| 3 Month Change | 24.24% |
| 1 Year Change | 126.51% |
| 3 Year Change | 90.77% |
| 5 Year Change | 207.73% |
| Change since IPO | -22.53% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
CYTK: ACACIA Trial Readout Will Drive Next Phase Of Momentum
The analyst price target for Cytokinetics has shifted higher to $92.94 from $79.56, with analysts pointing to stronger modeled revenue growth, a higher future P/E assumption tied to growing interest in Myqorzo and ACACIA trial catalysts, as well as updated discount rate and margin forecasts. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster around the same core themes, with most activity tied to reactions to Myqorzo approval for obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, expectations for the ACACIA non obstructive HCM trial, and tweaks to long term loss and margin forecasts.
CYTK: Future Returns Will Hinge On HCM Launch And ACACIA Trial Outcome
The analyst price target for Cytokinetics is now set at $67.00. This level is supported by analysts highlighting early Myqorzo launch traction in obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, growing focus on upcoming non obstructive HCM data, and updated assumptions around expenses and interest income.CYTK: Future Returns Will Depend On HCM Launch And ACACIA Outcome
Cytokinetics' fair value estimate has been revised to $67 from $61, reflecting analysts' higher price targets tied to early Myqorzo launch signals and the potential impact of upcoming ACACIA non obstructive HCM data. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Cytokinetics has centered on two main themes: Myqorzo's early launch trends in obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and the upcoming ACACIA readout in non obstructive HCM.
CYTK: Upcoming ACACIA nHCM Readout Will Drive 2026 Repricing Potential
Analysts have raised their average price targets for Cytokinetics, citing updated views on the ACACIA nHCM trial, early MYQORZO launch progress, and revised loss and expense assumptions. Together, these factors support a slightly higher fair value estimate of about $123 per share.CYTK: Future Returns Will Depend On HCM Data And Launch Execution
Analysts have lifted their average price targets on Cytokinetics by several dollars into a $67 to $101 range, citing Q4 updates, early MYQORZO launch traction in obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and expectations around upcoming ACACIA trial data in both obstructive and non obstructive HCM. Analyst Commentary Across recent research updates, analysts have been adjusting their models and views on Cytokinetics around Q4 results, the early MYQORZO launch in obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and expectations for the ACACIA program in both obstructive and non obstructive HCM.CYTK: Fair Value Reset Will Hinge On Execution Of Commercial Transition
The analyst fair value estimate for Cytokinetics has moved to $61 from $55. This change reflects updated views from recent Street research that highlight revised revenue growth, profit margin, and P/E assumptions following a series of price target increases across several firms.CYTK: 2026 HCM Launch And Cost Discipline Will Shape Repricing Potential
Analysts have nudged their fair value target for Cytokinetics higher from about US$120 to roughly US$122 per share, reflecting updated revenue, margin and P/E assumptions following a series of recent price target increases and Overweight or Outperform views across several firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has largely leaned constructive on Cytokinetics, with several bullish analysts revisiting their models and price targets around key pipeline and financial milestones.Need To Know: The Consensus Just Cut Its Cytokinetics, Incorporated (NASDAQ:CYTK) Estimates For 2026
Jan 27
CYTK: Anticipated 2026 HCM Launch Will Drive Repricing Potential
Narrative Update on Cytokinetics The analyst price target for Cytokinetics has been nudged higher in line with a modest fair value increase to about $120.25, as analysts factor in updated revenue and expense modeling around the potential 2026 launch of aficamten and continued interest in U.S. small to mid cap biotech names. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates around Cytokinetics center on recalibrated price targets and refreshed modeling for aficamten and operating expenses, as analysts refine their views ahead of a potential 2026 commercial launch.CYTK: Aficamten Launch Path And Cash Outlook Will Drive Repricing
Analysts have lifted their price targets on Cytokinetics, with recent moves such as RBC's increase to US$87 and BofA's incremental raises to US$63. These changes reflect updated modeling on operating expenses, revenue assumptions around the anticipated 2026 aficamten launch, and revised net cash forecasts.Cytokinetics: Small Label Differences With Big Commercial Stakes
Dec 22CYTK: Elevated Expectations For 2026 Launch Will Likely Prove Difficult To Sustain
The analyst price target for Cytokinetics has been raised from $41.00 to $55.00 as analysts factor in stronger aficamten launch expectations, higher long term revenue growth and margin assumptions, and updated operating expense forecasts informed by recent Street research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Cytokinetics reflects a constructive but increasingly nuanced outlook as the aficamten launch approaches.CYTK: Momentum Will Build Ahead Of Late Cycle FDA Decision
Analysts have nudged their blended price target for Cytokinetics modestly higher, with our fair value estimate increasing from about $78.44 to $79.56. Updated models reflect stronger long term aficamten launch dynamics, refined operating expense assumptions, and incremental confidence around regulatory and commercial execution.CYTK: Momentum Will Build Ahead Of Anticipated FDA Decision Next Year
Analysts have modestly raised their price targets for Cytokinetics, with updated forecasts supported by expectations for robust aficamten launch dynamics, improved projected revenue growth, and refined operating expense assumptions. This has led to an increase in fair value from $76.67 to $78.44 per share.CYTK: Strong Cardiology Data Will Drive Momentum Ahead Of December 2025 FDA Decision
Analysts have modestly raised their price target for Cytokinetics, increasing it by nearly $1 to approximately $76.67. They cite ongoing favorable feedback on aficamten from recent medical meetings and firm research updates.Analyst Commentary Highlights Shifting Sentiment on Cytokinetics Amid Aficamten Progress and Valuation Changes
Analysts have raised their average price target for Cytokinetics by approximately $1.42 to $75.83. This reflects increased confidence in aficamten's upcoming launch and updated forecasts following positive regulatory and clinical developments.Precision Medicine And Late-stage Trials Will Expand Global Reach
Cytokinetics’ consensus price target was modestly raised to $74.41, as strong MAPLE trial data for aficamten de-risked its profile, reinforced first-line oHCM potential, and highlighted underappreciated pipeline optionality, all outweighing near-term market adoption headwinds. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlighted strong MAPLE trial data for aficamten presented at ESC, reinforcing confidence in its clinical value and de-risked, best-in-disease positioning for oHCM.Precision Medicine And Late-stage Trials Will Expand Global Reach
Upward revisions in analyst price targets for Cytokinetics reflect increased confidence in aficamten’s strong Phase 3 data, anticipated favorable FDA outcomes, and expanded commercial prospects, partially offset by concerns over possible REMS limitations and launch pacing, resulting in a higher consensus price target of $73.21. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight strong Phase 3 MAPLE-HCM and extension study data for aficamten, citing de-risked profile and high efficacy/safety, increasing their confidence ahead of regulatory decisions.Precision Medicine And Late-stage Trials Will Expand Global Reach
Successful late-stage clinical trials, commercial readiness, and diversification in products position the company for strong growth and reduced dependence on a single therapy.The Cytokinetics, Incorporated (NASDAQ:CYTK) Analysts Have Been Trimming Their Sales Forecasts
May 20Cytokinetics Nears Approval: 'Buy' The New Potential Cardiology Franchise With Aficamten
Mar 16Cytokinetics Aligns For U.S. Launch Amid HCM Market Evolution
Dec 31Cytokinetics: On The Cusp Of Commercialization
Nov 14Shareholder Returns
| CYTK | US Biotechs | US Market | |
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| 7D | 25.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| 1Y | 126.5% | 39.2% | 29.8% |
Return vs Industry: CYTK exceeded the US Biotechs industry which returned 39.2% over the past year.
Return vs Market: CYTK exceeded the US Market which returned 29.8% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| CYTK volatility | |
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| CYTK Average Weekly Movement | 7.6% |
| Biotechs Industry Average Movement | 10.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: CYTK has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: CYTK's weekly volatility (8%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1997 | 673 | Robert Blum | www.cytokinetics.com |
Cytokinetics, Incorporated, a biopharmaceutical company, focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing novel muscle activators and muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in the United States. The company markets MYQORZO, a novel, oral, and small molecule cardiac myosin inhibitor for the treatment of symptomatic oHCM. It also develops Aficamten, a novel, oral, and small molecule cardiac myosin inhibitor for the treatment of HCM; and omecamtiv mecarbil, a potential treatment across the continuum of care in heart failure with severely reduced ejection fraction.
Cytokinetics, Incorporated Fundamentals Summary
| CYTK fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$9.59b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$829.61m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$105.82m |
Is CYTK overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| CYTK income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$105.82m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$416.19m |
| Gross Profit | -US$310.37m |
| Other Expenses | US$519.24m |
| Earnings | -US$829.61m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -6.67 |
| Gross Margin | -293.31% |
| Net Profit Margin | -784.02% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | -144.2% |
How did CYTK 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 | 2026/05/06 21:38 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/06 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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Analyst Sources
Cytokinetics, Incorporated is covered by 36 analysts. 17 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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| Hang Hu | Barclays |
| Carter Gould | Barclays |
| Huidong Wang | Barclays |