
Arcutis Biotherapeutics (ARQT) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Arcutis Biotherapeutics (ARQT) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Arcutis Biotherapeutics Inc. demonstrated strong financial momentum in 4Q24, with net product revenue for Zoryve reaching $69.4 million, outperforming earlier estimates, largely driven by a significant 55% sequential growth quarter-over-quarter. The company is positioning for sustained revenue increases in 2025, bolstered by the launch of new product formulations and anticipated label expansions, which are expected to enhance market penetration and shift treatment paradigms away from steroids. Furthermore, management's focus on breakeven by 2026 underlines confidence in the company's growth strategy, supported by encouraging clinical performance and a favorable market response to its differentiated dermatological therapies.
Bears say
Arcutis Biotherapeutics has reported a significant reduction in R&D expenses, down 39.1% YoY, yet still recorded a substantial loss of $10.8 million in 4Q24, indicating potential financial instability and an inability to manage costs effectively. The company faces critical risks, including reliance on its sole product, ZORYVE, for commercial success amid a highly competitive dermatology market, which could jeopardize future revenue if additional indications are not secured. Moreover, financing risks are pronounced as Arcutis anticipates increasing operating expenses without providing clear guidance, alongside a risk of market cannibalization from emerging oral therapies, which further complicates their outlook.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Arcutis Biotherapeutics and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Arcutis Biotherapeutics (ARQT) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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