Analysts Ritholtz Wealth Management highlight Incyte (INCY) and Biogen (BIIB) as top biotech stocks reaching significant highs this summer

Incyte Corp. (INCY) and Biogen Inc. (BIIB) are experiencing notable stock gains, with Incyte's Q2 earnings exceeding expectations and management raising full-year sales guidance to between $5.13 billion and $5.26 billion.

Incyte's flagship drug, Jakafi, continues to perform well, while new products are contributing to growth, with total revenue reported at $1.67 billion and adjusted EPS at $3.09, far surpassing the consensus estimate of $2.12. The stock reached a 52-week high of $132, indicating strong market demand.

Biogen, valued at $30 billion, reported Q2 revenue of $2.74 billion, beating estimates by $240 million, with adjusted EPS of $3.60, 18% above consensus. The company is also focusing on growth through acquisitions, including a recent purchase of Apellis, which is expected to enhance earnings in the future. Biogen's stock is currently in a consolidation phase, with a key resistance level at $218.

Both companies are positioned for potential further growth, making them attractive options for investors looking at the biotech sector

Stocks in this article

Company Price Change Change % AI
Biogen BIIB.US 201.57 -1.38 -0.68% Buy
Incyte INCY.US 118.87 -0.66 -0.55% Buy

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