
Pacira Pharmaceuticals (PCRX) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Pacira Pharmaceuticals (PCRX) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Pacira BioSciences has demonstrated a positive trend in Exparel volumes, which rose 9% year-over-year in the third quarter, marking the highest growth in over three years, amid strategic commercial investments that have targeted key states. Although third-quarter revenue from Exparel increased by 6% year-over-year to $140 million, it fell short of expectations due to a shift in vial mix and pricing pressures; however, the strong volume growth suggests a robust market potential going forward. Additionally, the company's commitment to expanding its pipeline of non-opioid analgesics and the competitive advantages from recent settlements are expected to enhance revenue diversification and support long-term financial stability.
Bears say
Pacira BioSciences faces significant downside risks that could hinder its financial performance, particularly surrounding its flagship product, Exparel, which is susceptible to increased generic competition and a saturated market for non-opioid analgesics. The company's revenue forecast for 2025 has been revised downward to $725 million, primarily attributed to a lack of anticipated growth from the NOPAIN Act and underperformance in quarterly results, indicating potential challenges in achieving growth targets. Furthermore, there are uncertainties regarding the future success of PCRX-201, as negative outcomes in ongoing trials could adversely affect the company's ability to diversify its product lineup and mitigate reliance on Exparel, thus dampening overall market sentiment.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Pacira Pharmaceuticals and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Pacira Pharmaceuticals (PCRX) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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