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San Diego, CA-based Halozyme Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company, focused on the development and commercialization of novel treatments for oncology indications by targeting tumor microenvironment. The company also licenses its novel drug delivery technology, ENHANZE, for subcutaneous (SC) administration of drugs.
HALO is a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) stock, with a Value Style Score of B and VGM Score of B. Shares are currently trading at a forward P/E of 11.6X for the current fiscal year compared to the Medical - Biomedical and Genetics industry's P/E of 19.3X. Additionally, HALO has a PEG Ratio of 0.4 and a Price/Cash Flow ratio of 12.5X. Value investors should also note HALO's Price/Sales ratio of 7.1X.
Many value investors pay close attention to a company's earnings as well. For HALO, four analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days, and the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.18 to $4.99 per share for 2025. Per share HALO boasts an average earnings surprise of 17%.
With strong valuation and earnings metrics, a good Zacks Rank, and top-tier Value and VGM Style Scores, investors should strongly think about adding HALO to their portfolios.
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