Nektar Therapeutics (NKTR)

NASDAQ: NKTR · Real-Time Price · USD
57.32
-1.99 (-3.36%)
At close: Jun 5, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
57.35
+0.03 (0.05%)
After-hours: Jun 5, 2026, 7:51 PM EDT
Market Cap1.94B +1,414.2%
Revenue (ttm)55.63M -36.2%
Net Income-158.10M
EPS-8.09
Shares Out 33.79M
PE Ration/a
Forward PEn/a
Dividendn/a
Ex-Dividend Daten/a
Volume1,033,573
Open59.24
Previous Close59.31
Day's Range56.81 - 60.00
52-Week Range7.99 - 109.00
Beta1.15
AnalystsStrong Buy
Price Target153.25 (+167.36%)
Earnings DateMay 7, 2026

About NKTR

Nektar Therapeutics, a biopharmaceutical company, focuses on discovering and developing medicines in the field of immunotherapy in the United States and internationally. It develops rezpegaldesleukin, which is in Phase 2b to treat underlying immune system imbalance in people with autoimmune disorders and inflammatory diseases; NKTR-0165 to treat ulcerative colitis, vitiligo, and multiple sclerosis; NKTR-0166 to treat autoimmune disease; NKTR-422 to treat fibrotic diseases; and NKTR-255 to treat solid tumors and large b-cell lymphoma. It has col... [Read more]

Industry Biotechnology
Sector Healthcare
IPO Date May 3, 1994
Employees 63
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol NKTR
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Nektar Therapeutics's revenue was $55.23 million, a decrease of -43.89% compared to the previous year's $98.43 million. Losses were -$164.08 million, 37.9% more than in 2024.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 10 analysts, the average rating for NKTR stock is "Strong Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $153.25, which is an increase of 167.36% from the latest price.

Price Target
$153.25
(167.36% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Nektar Therapeutics Transcript: AGM 2026

The meeting approved all four proposals, including director election and plan amendments. Immunology pipeline advances with REZPEG moving to phase III, and strong cash reserves support future studies. Collaboration on REZPEG is possible, but licensing is not planned.

1 day ago - Transcripts

Nektar Therapeutics Reports Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

SAN FRANCISCO, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (NASDAQ: NKTR) today announced that, on May 20, 2026, the Organization and Compensation Committee of Nektar's Board of Directors granted...

2 days ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar Therapeutics Transcript: Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference 2026

Rezpegaldesleukin, a Treg agonist, is advancing through global phase III trials for atopic dermatitis, with robust design and strategic differentiation for biologic-naive and experienced populations. Additional studies in alopecia and type 1 diabetes are planned, with broad potential across immune-mediated diseases.

2 days ago - Transcripts

Nektar Therapeutics to Participate in the 2026 Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference in New York

SAN FRANCISCO, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR) today announced that company management will be webcasting its participation in the 2026 Jefferies Global Healthcare Conf...

9 days ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar price target lowered to $80 from $95 at Wedbush

Wedbush analyst Martin Fan lowered the firm’s price target on Nektar (NKTR) to $80 from $95 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm notes the company reported…

25 days ago - TheFly

Nektar price target raised to $192 from $105 at Piper Sandler

Piper Sandler analyst Yasmeen Rahimi raised the firm’s price target on Nektar (NKTR) to $192 from $105 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm notes the company…

4 weeks ago - TheFly

Nektar Therapeutics Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

REZPEG showed strong efficacy and durability in phase IIb studies for atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata, supporting phase III trials in both. Financials remain robust with over $1 billion in cash, funding operations through key milestones.

4 weeks ago - Transcripts

Nektar Therapeutics Earnings release: Q1 2026

Nektar Therapeutics released its Q1 2026 earnings on May 7, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

4 weeks ago - Filings

Nektar Therapeutics Quarterly report: Q1 2026

Nektar Therapeutics has published its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report on May 7, 2026.

4 weeks ago - Filings

Nektar reports Q1 adjusted EPS ($1.82), consensus ($1.48)

Reports Q1 revenue $10.86M, consensus $10.69M. “2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for Nektar (NKTR) and for our lead biologic candidate rezpegaldesleukin,” said Howard Robin, President and…

4 weeks ago - TheFly

Nektar Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

SAN FRANCISCO, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR) today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Cash and investments in marketable securities...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar to Announce Financial Results for the First Quarter on Thursday, May 7, 2026, After Close of U.S.-Based Financial Markets

SAN FRANCISCO, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR) will announce its financial results for the first quarter on Thursday, May 7, 2026, after the close of U.S.-based finan...

5 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar Therapeutics Proxy statement: Proxy filing

Nektar Therapeutics filed a proxy statement on April 24, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.

6 weeks ago - Filings

Nektar Therapeutics Proxy statement: Proxy filing

Nektar Therapeutics filed a proxy statement on April 24, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.

6 weeks ago - Filings

Nektar Therapeutics Announces Closing of $373.8 Million Public Offering Including Full Exercise of Underwriters' Option to Purchase Additional Shares

SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on development of novel immunology therapies, today announced the closi...

6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar Therapeutics Announces Pricing of Upsized $325 Million Public Offering

SAN FRANCISCO, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of innovative medicines in the field of immunotherap...

6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar price target raised to $95 from $70 at Wedbush

Wedbush raised the firm’s price target on Nektar (NKTR) to $95 from $70 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm notes Nektar reported deepening responses in 52-week…

6 weeks ago - TheFly

Nektar price target raised to $151 from $123 at Citi

Citi raised the firm’s price target on Nektar (NKTR) to $151 from $123 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm cites the positive alopecia areata data for…

6 weeks ago - TheFly

Nektar announces $250M common stock offering

Nektar (NKTR) Therapeutics announced that it has commenced an underwritten public offering of $250M of its shares of its common stock and, in lieu of common stock to certain investors,…

6 weeks ago - TheFly

Nektar Therapeutics Announces Proposed Public Offering

SAN FRANCISCO, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of innovative medicines in the field of immunotherap...

6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar rises 28.2%

Nektar (NKTR) is up 28.2%, or $23.97 to $108.83.

6 weeks ago - TheFly

This Biotech Stock Soars on Hair Loss Trial Results. It's Not a Cure for Baldness.

Nektar Therapeutics releases positive results from its trial for the treatment of alopecia areata.

6 weeks ago - Barrons

Nektar rises 19.4%

Nektar (NKTR) is up 19.4%, or $16.47 to $101.33.

6 weeks ago - TheFly

Nektar price target raised to $185 from $165 at H.C. Wainwright

H.C. Wainwright raised the firm’s price target on Nektar (NKTR) to $185 from $165 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares after the company reported “strong” 16-week treatment extension…

6 weeks ago - TheFly

Nektar Therapeutics Transcript: Study update

The 52-week REZOLVE-AA phase II-B extension showed rezpeg led to significant, durable hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata, with a favorable safety profile and no new safety signals. Experts expect rezpeg to become a first-line therapy, shifting treatment away from JAK inhibitors.

6 weeks ago - Transcripts