Natera Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 0/6
Natera has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 9.8%, while the Biotechs industry saw earnings growing at 30.2% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 32.6% per year.
Key information
9.75%
Earnings growth rate
17.81%
EPS growth rate
| Biotechs Industry Growth | 17.04% |
| Revenue growth rate | 32.59% |
| Return on equity | -12.16% |
| Net Margin | -9.03% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Dec 2025 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 05
NTRA: MRD Leadership And New Genomic Offering Will Support Long-Term Trajectory
Analysts have kept their $300 price target on Natera unchanged, while slightly adjusting assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E after a mix of recent research that includes both modest target cuts and higher targets tied to updated models, guidance and a generally constructive view on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent research paints a generally constructive picture of how Wall Street views Natera, with multiple bullish analysts fine tuning their models around updated guidance, P/E assumptions and profitability paths.
Narrative Update • Apr 20
NTRA: Oncology Execution And 2026 Catalysts Will Shape Fairly Valued Outlook
Analysts have trimmed the blended price target for Natera by about $2 to reflect updated models that incorporate slightly higher discount rates, revised revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, and a lower future P/E multiple, while still indicating constructive views from recent research coverage. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Natera presents a mix of supportive long term views and valuation recalibrations, with several firms updating models after quarterly results and competitive developments in genetic testing.
Narrative Update • Apr 05
NTRA: Molecular Residual Disease Leadership Will Drive Bullish Long Term Outlook
Analysts made a modest trim to the blended price target on Natera to about $259, reflecting slightly lower modeled revenue growth and profit margins. This adjustment comes even as several firms recently raised individual targets into the $215 to $300 range after updating their views on the company following Q4 results and new coverage initiations.Narrative Update • Mar 22
NTRA: Molecular Residual Disease Leadership And Genomics Launch Will Shape Future Outlook
The analyst fair value estimate for Natera has been adjusted modestly higher from $257.20 to $260.65, reflecting updated models that incorporate recent Street price target revisions and assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Street research around Natera has centered on how the company executes on its current guidance, maintains its position in key testing markets, and justifies premium valuation multiples through future growth and margin delivery.Seeking Alpha • Mar 17
Natera Looks Compelling As Oncology Testing Momentum Keeps Building
Summary NTRA’s oncology franchise, led by Signatera MRD testing, is the main bull case at this point. As long as they keep building on their testing volumes, I believe this should support a long runway in cancer monitoring and recurrence detection. NTRA’s 2025 also included new product launches and added Medicare coverage, advanced early cancer detection, and broadened its molecular diagnostics portfolio. Their Foresight acquisition also strengthens NTRA’s MRD moat through PhasED-Seq technology, better testing sensitivity, and taps into lymphoma screening. I reckon NTRA’s valuation multiples are expensive. However, I think their current growth rate with Signatera justifies its price tag, which is why I lean bullish. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Mar 07
NTRA: Elevated Oncology And 2026 Catalyst Hopes Will Likely Cap Future Upside
The updated analyst price target for Natera edges higher to a fair value estimate of $208.44 from $194.59, reflecting recent Street research where several firms lifted their targets following Q4 results, improved gross margin commentary, and expectations for a catalyst rich 2026. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Natera points to a mixed backdrop, with a cluster of higher price targets sitting well above the updated fair value estimate of $208.44, but also some signs of restraint as models are refreshed after Q4 results and initial 2026 guidance.Narrative Update • Feb 21
NTRA: MRD Leadership And Broad Test Portfolio Will Support Long-Term Trajectory
Narrative Update on Natera Analysts have refreshed their views on Natera with price targets now reaching up to $300. This is supported by expectations for solid sector results, confidence in the company’s position across women's and organ health, and its growing role in the molecular residual disease market.Narrative Update • Feb 07
NTRA: Molecular Residual Disease Leadership And FDA Progress Will Shape Future Outlook
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Natera to about $257 from roughly $235, citing higher assumed revenue growth, improved profit margins, and Street research that highlights the company as an established diagnostics player with a strong position in molecular residual disease, along with multiple recent price target increases up to $300. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has been broadly constructive on Natera, with several bullish analysts lifting their price targets and emphasizing the company’s role in diagnostics and molecular residual disease.Narrative Update • Jan 24
NTRA: Expanding MRD Adoption And New Data Will Support Long-Term Trajectory
Analysts have lifted their Natera price targets into a US$220 to US$300 range, citing recent earnings beats, raised estimates, and what they describe as strong fundamentals and a long growth runway across diagnostics and molecular residual disease testing. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research points to a cluster of higher Natera price targets, with several bullish analysts citing what they view as strong execution in diagnostics and molecular residual disease testing.Narrative Update • Jan 09
NTRA: Expanding MRD Adoption And Trials Will Support Long-Term Revenue Trajectory
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Natera to $300 from $285, citing a series of higher Street price targets and ongoing enthusiasm around the company's position in women's and organ health and the molecular residual disease market. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have been resetting their expectations higher, with a series of price target revisions in recent months that cluster in the US$210 to US$300 range.Narrative Update • Dec 26
NTRA: Expanding Oncology Diagnostics Will Drive Stronger Long-Term Revenue Trajectory
The analyst fair value estimate for Natera has been raised to $285 from $268, as analysts factor in stronger anticipated revenue growth and sustained momentum in key diagnostics franchises, reflected in a series of higher Street price targets. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have recently raised their price targets on Natera across the board, citing stronger than expected execution and a robust outlook for revenue growth.Narrative Update • Dec 12
NTRA: Elevated Expectations Around Oncology Expansion Will Likely Constrain Future Share Returns
Natera's analyst fair value estimate has been raised sharply from approximately $115 to about $195 per share, reflecting analysts' higher long term revenue growth assumptions and confidence following a series of recent price target increases across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has been predominantly constructive on Natera, with multiple firms lifting price targets into the $200 to $280 range and reiterating positive ratings.Narrative Update • Nov 27
NTRA: Recent Clinical Results And Competitive Position Will Influence Future Outlook
Natera's analyst price target has been raised to $234.68 from $222.58. Analysts cite ongoing strong revenue performance, increased growth expectations, and recent research milestones as the primary drivers for the upward revision.Narrative Update • Nov 11
NTRA: Recent Clinical Results And Cash Flow Risks Will Shape Future Performance
Natera's analyst price target has increased significantly from $202.50 to $222.58. This reflects analysts' optimism following raised estimates and expectations for continued growth, in light of recent positive clinical trial updates and industry leadership.Narrative Update • Oct 27
Clinical Advances and AI Will Drive Expansion Into New Diagnostic Markets
Analysts raised their fair value estimate for Natera to $202.50 from $193.80. They cited momentum from recent clinical developments, positive trial updates, and ongoing strength in the company’s diagnostic and oncology business lines.Narrative Update • Sep 28
Molecular Diagnostics And AI Integration Will Unlock New Market Opportunities
Analysts lowered Natera’s price target modestly to $193.80 as continued optimism around its liquid biopsy leadership and growth opportunities was tempered by renewed concerns about elevated valuation and margin outlook. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts note Natera's leadership in liquid biopsy testing and large addressable markets in prenatal, minimal residual disease, and potential cancer screening, supporting long-term double-digit revenue growth.Narrative Update • Sep 04
Molecular Diagnostics And AI Integration Will Unlock New Market Opportunities
Analysts raised Natera’s price target slightly to $198.45, citing strong Q2 results, continued leadership in liquid biopsy, robust pipeline momentum, and increasing market opportunities in cancer screening and prenatal testing. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cited Natera's solid Q2 beat, with significant revenue upside and sustained business momentum, leading to raised outlooks for 2025.Analysis Article • Aug 31
Optimistic Investors Push Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ:NTRA) Shares Up 25% But Growth Is Lacking
Natera, Inc. ( NASDAQ:NTRA ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 25% after a shaky period beforehand...Analysis Article • May 18
There's Reason For Concern Over Natera, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:NTRA) Price
Natera, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:NTRA ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 11.4x might make it look like a sell right now...New Narrative • May 11
Signatera, Prospera And Renasight Will Transform Diagnostics
Strong revenue growth driven by increased diagnostic volumes and strategic partnerships positively impacts Natera's earnings and future revenue potential.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Natera makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 25 | 2,306 | -208 | 1,177 | 624 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 2,117 | -309 | 1,121 | 578 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 1,964 | -253 | 1,026 | 502 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 1,831 | -190 | 914 | 445 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 1,697 | -190 | 841 | 404 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 1,532 | -215 | 768 | 358 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 1,361 | -292 | 708 | 338 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 1,209 | -365 | 663 | 327 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 1,083 | -435 | 618 | 321 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 989 | -499 | 601 | 326 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 931 | -512 | 594 | 314 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 868 | -546 | 591 | 318 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 820 | -548 | 589 | 316 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 776 | -546 | 592 | 300 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 723 | -576 | 572 | 333 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 667 | -546 | 550 | 304 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 625 | -472 | 511 | 264 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 565 | -408 | 453 | 231 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 505 | -315 | 402 | 157 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 449 | -258 | 346 | 122 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 391 | -230 | 304 | 100 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 362 | -189 | 272 | 77 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 342 | -153 | 251 | 65 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 330 | -126 | 226 | 58 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 302 | -125 | 204 | 51 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 286 | -121 | 189 | 49 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 273 | -128 | 170 | 49 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 262 | -129 | 161 | 48 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 258 | -128 | 155 | 51 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 243 | -144 | 163 | 50 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 233 | -142 | 159 | 50 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 223 | -137 | 156 | 50 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 210 | -138 | 155 | 50 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 207 | -128 | 144 | 49 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 205 | -126 | 144 | 47 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 205 | -121 | 143 | 46 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 213 | -100 | 136 | 42 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 221 | -81 | 129 | 38 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 212 | -72 | 122 | 34 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 205 | -69 | 117 | 31 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 190 | -70 | 110 | 28 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 187 | -46 | 98 | 24 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 189 | -28 | 86 | 21 |
Quality Earnings: NTRA is currently unprofitable.
Growing Profit Margin: NTRA is currently unprofitable.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: NTRA is unprofitable, but has reduced losses over the past 5 years at a rate of 9.8% per year.
Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare NTRA's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable
Earnings vs Industry: NTRA is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Biotechs industry (31.5%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: NTRA has a negative Return on Equity (-12.16%), as it is currently unprofitable.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 23:29 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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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
Natera, Inc. is covered by 30 analysts. 18 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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| Catherine Ramsey Schulte | Baird |
| Luke Sergott | Barclays |
| Raymond Myers | Benchmark Company |