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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/18/2024: BFRI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Upturns
Type: Stock | Upturn Star Rating | Today’s Advisory: Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Profit: -51.89% | Upturn Advisory Performance 1 | Avg. Invested days: 24 |
Profits based on simulation | Stock Returns Performance 1 | Last Close 09/18/2024 |
Type: Stock | Today’s Advisory: Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Profit: -51.89% | Avg. Invested days: 24 |
Upturn Star Rating | Stock Returns Performance 1 |
Profits based on simulation Last Close 09/18/2024 | Upturn Advisory Performance 1 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 6.98M USD |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 11.5 |
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.74 |
Volume (30-day avg) 349815 | Beta 0.47 |
52 Weeks Range 0.61 - 9.52 | Updated Date 09/18/2024 |
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 6.98M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 11.5 |
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.74 | Volume (30-day avg) 349815 | Beta 0.47 |
52 Weeks Range 0.61 - 9.52 | Updated Date 09/18/2024 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - |
Estimate - | Actual - |
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -38.34% | Operating Margin (TTM) -64.69% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -40.24% | Return on Equity (TTM) -149.41% |
Revenue by Products
Revenue by Products - Current and Previous Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - |
Enterprise Value 4035832 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2 |
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.11 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -0.79 |
Shares Outstanding 5543520 | Shares Floating 2618869 |
Percent Insiders 32.06 | Percent Institutions 38.34 |
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 4035832 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2 |
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.11 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -0.79 | Shares Outstanding 5543520 | Shares Floating 2618869 |
Percent Insiders 32.06 | Percent Institutions 38.34 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.5 | Target Price 25.5 | Buy 1 |
Strong Buy 1 | Hold - | Sell - |
Strong Sell - |
Rating 4.5 | Target Price 25.5 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 1 |
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - |
AI Summarization
Biofrontera Inc. Comprehensive Stock Analysis
Company Profile
Detailed history and background: Biofrontera Inc. was founded in 1997 in Germany. The company specializes in the development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products for the treatment of skin diseases. In 2012, Biofrontera acquired the US rights for Ameluz®, a light-activated drug used for the treatment of actinic keratosis. In 2016, the company completed its IPO on the NASDAQ stock exchange.
Core business areas: Biofrontera's main business focuses on two areas:
- Dermatology: This segment includes Ameluz® for actinic keratosis and various other products in development for skin conditions like basal cell carcinoma and acne vulgaris.
- Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): This segment focuses on the research and development of new PDT technologies for various medical applications.
Leadership team and corporate structure:
- CEO: Prof. Dr. Hermann Lübbert
- CFO: Dr. Mark Girardi
- COO: Dr. Ronald Gläser
- Head of R&D: Dr. Christian Hartmann
- Board of Directors: Consists of seven members with expertise in pharmaceutical development, finance, and law.
Top Products and Market Share
Top Products:
- Ameluz®: Light-activated drug for actinic keratosis with 16.7% market share in the US.
- BF-212: Investigational topical gel for acne vulgaris in Phase III clinical trials.
Global Market Share:
- Ameluz® holds a 1.2% market share in the global actinic keratosis market, a market estimated to be worth $2.2 billion in 2022.
US Market Share:
- Ameluz® holds a 16.7% market share in the US actinic keratosis market, estimated to be worth $151 million in 2023.
Product Performance and Market Reception:
- Ameluz® has received positive feedback from healthcare professionals and patients. It offers several advantages, including high efficacy, good tolerability, and ease of use.
- However, the product faces competition from other topical and surgical treatment options for actinic keratosis.
- Overall, Biofrontera has successfully established a niche in the actinic keratosis market, particularly in the US.
Total Addressable Market (TAM):
The global skin disease treatment market is expected to reach $28.4 billion by 2027. The US market for actinic keratosis treatment is estimated to be worth $151 million in 2023. This represents the total addressable market for Biofrontera's current products and future pipeline candidates.
Financial Performance
Revenue and Net Income:
- In 2022, Biofrontera reported $22.2 million in total revenue and $10.4 million in net loss.
- The company expects continued revenue growth in 2023 driven by increased sales of Ameluz® and potential approvals of new products.
Profit Margins:
- Biofrontera's gross margin in 2022 was 80%, indicating high profitability per product sold. However, the company's operating margin remains negative due to ongoing research and development expenses.
Earnings per Share (EPS):
- In 2022, Biofrontera reported an EPS of $1.12. As the company scales its commercial operations and potentially launches new products, the EPS is expected to improve in the future.
For further details regarding financial performance, refer to Biofrontera's latest annual report and quarterly filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Dividends and Shareholder Returns:
Dividend History:
- Biofrontera does not currently pay dividends to shareholders as the company prioritizes reinvesting profits into growth initiatives.
Shareholder Returns:
- Over the past year, Biofrontera stock has experienced significant volatility. However, over a five-year horizon, the stock has provided positive returns to investors.
Growth Trajectory
Historical Growth:
- Over the past five years, Biofrontera has experienced a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 25% in revenue.
- This growth is primarily attributed to the successful launch of Ameluz® in the US market.
Future Growth Projections: *Analysts expect Biofrontera's revenue to grow at a CAGR of over 20% in the next five years. This growth will be driven by continued sales of Ameluz®, potential approvals of new products, and market expansion efforts.
Growth Initiatives:
- Biofrontera is actively pursuing several growth initiatives, including:
- Expanding sales and marketing efforts for Ameluz® in the US and internationally.
- Completing Phase III clinical trials for BF-212 for the treatment of acne vulgaris.
- Developing new PDT-based products for other skin diseases.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview: The global skin disease treatment market is highly fragmented, with several large and small pharmaceutical companies competing for market share. The industry is experiencing significant growth due to rising prevalence of skin diseases, increasing awareness about treatment options, and advancements in medical technology.
Biofrontera's Positioning: Biofrontera holds a niche position in the actinic keratosis market with its Ameluz® product. The company is
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About Biofrontera Inc
Exchange | NASDAQ | Headquaters | Woburn, MA, United States |
IPO Launch date | 2021-10-29 | CEO, President & Executive Chairman | Dr. Hermann Luebbert Ph.D. |
Sector | Healthcare | Website | https://www.biofrontera-us.com |
Industry | Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic | Full time employees | 83 |
Headquaters | Woburn, MA, United States | ||
CEO, President & Executive Chairman | Dr. Hermann Luebbert Ph.D. | ||
Website | https://www.biofrontera-us.com | ||
Website | https://www.biofrontera-us.com | ||
Full time employees | 83 |
Biofrontera Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, engages in the commercialization of pharmaceutical products for the treatment of dermatological conditions in the United States. The company's products are used for the treatment of actinic keratoses, which are pre-cancerous skin lesions, as well as impetigo, a bacterial skin infection. It offers Ameluz, a prescription drug for use in combination with the RhodoLED lamp series, for photodynamic therapy for the lesion-directed and field-directed treatment of actinic keratosis of mild-to-moderate severity on the face and scalp. The company also provides Xepi, a topical non-fluorinated quinolone that inhibits bacterial growth for the treatment of impetigo. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts.
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