Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (VRCA)

NASDAQ: VRCA · Real-Time Price · USD
6.27
-0.68 (-9.78%)
At close: May 15, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
6.31
+0.04 (0.64%)
After-hours: May 15, 2026, 5:56 PM EDT
Market Cap107.71M +141.6%
Revenue (ttm)37.16M +417.6%
Net Income-17.83M
EPS-1.31
Shares Out 17.18M
PE Ration/a
Forward PEn/a
Dividendn/a
Ex-Dividend Daten/a
Volume81,594
Open6.85
Previous Close6.95
Day's Range6.21 - 6.90
52-Week Range3.28 - 9.82
Beta1.55
AnalystsBuy
Price Target17.00 (+171.13%)
Earnings DateMay 12, 2026

About VRCA

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc., a dermatology therapeutics company, engages in the development and commercialization of medications for the treatment of dermatologic diseases in the United States. The company offers YCANTH (VP-102) a drug-device combination that contains a GMP-controlled formulation of cantharidin for the treatment of molluscum in adult and pediatric patients, as well as for the treatment of common warts. It also develops VP-315, an oncolytic peptide-based injectable therapy that is in phase II clinical trial for the treatment of... [Read more]

Industry Biotechnology
Sector Healthcare
IPO Date Jun 15, 2018
Employees 76
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol VRCA
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Verrica Pharmaceuticals's revenue was $35.58 million, an increase of 370.22% compared to the previous year's $7.57 million. Losses were -$17.89 million, -76.64% less than in 2024.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 2 analysts, the average rating for VRCA stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $17.0, which is an increase of 171.13% from the latest price.

Price Target
$17.0
(171.13% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Verrica Pharmaceuticals to Participate in the H.C. Wainwright 4th Annual BioConnect Investor Conference at NASDAQ

WEST CHESTER, Pa., May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verrica”) (Nasdaq: VRCA), a therapeutics company developing and commercializing medications for the treatment of derm...

2 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals reports Q1 adjusted EPS (41c), consensus (59c)

Reports Q1 revenue $5.02M, consensus $4.52M. “Our first quarter performance reflects accelerating growth in market demand for YCANTH as the new standard of care for the treatment of molluscum contagio...

3 days ago - TheFly

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 saw record growth in YCANTH demand, with revenue up 25% year-over-year and strong momentum into Q2. The company advanced its clinical pipeline, launched YCANTH in Japan, and is preparing for EU expansion, while maintaining a solid cash position to fund operations into 2027.

3 days ago - Transcripts

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

– Company reports record demand for YCANTH® as dispensed applicator units grew to 15,302 in Q1 2026, up 12.1% over the previous quarter and 51.3% year-over-year, and has now exceeded 100,000 dispensed...

3 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Announces Upcoming Presentation of Phase 2 Data Highlighting the Potential Abscopal Effects of VP-315 in the Treatment of Basal Cell Carcinoma at the 2026 Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) Annual Meeting

Phase 2 Data Highlight the Observed Abscopal-like Effect of VP-315 in Non-treated Basal Cell Carcinoma Tumors  WEST CHESTER, Pa., May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verric...

Other symbols: SID
10 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals to Report First Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Provide a Corporate Update on May 12, 2026

WEST CHESTER, Pa., May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verrica” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: VRCA), a therapeutics company developing and commercializing medications for the ...

10 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Transcript: 25th Annual Needham Virtual Healthcare Conference

YCANTH continues to drive revenue growth through expanded access and clinician adoption, with a robust pipeline targeting common warts and basal cell carcinoma. Phase III trials for both indications are progressing, supported by strong financials and strategic partnerships.

4 weeks ago - Transcripts

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Announces Acceptance of Late-Breaking Abstract Highlighting Potential Abscopal Effect of VP-315 for the Treatment of Basal Cell Carcinoma at the Upcoming 2026 Society for Investigative Dermatology Annual Meeting

WEST CHESTER, Pa., April 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verrica”) (Nasdaq: VRCA), a therapeutics company developing and commercializing medications for the treatment of de...

5 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals to Participate in the 25th Annual Needham Virtual Healthcare Conference

WEST CHESTER, Pa., April 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verrica”) (Nasdaq: VRCA), a therapeutics company developing and commercializing medications for the treatment of de...

5 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

2025 saw a dramatic turnaround with over 130% YCANTH revenue growth, a 368% rise in total revenue, and a strengthened balance sheet. Clinical and commercial progress positions the company for further expansion in 2026, with ongoing global trials and new market entries.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Verrica Pharmaceuticals reports Q4 adjusted EPS (51c), consensus (79c)

Reports 4Q revenue $5.092M, consensus $4.52M. “In 2025, Verrica successfully implemented a series of transformational changes that we believe have fundamentally improved the future growth and strategi...

2 months ago - TheFly

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results

– YCANTH® net revenue grew 130% to $15.3 million in 2025, and selling, general and administrative expenses decreased by over 40%, when compared to 2024 – – Company earned $35.6 million in total revenu...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results and Provide a Corporate Update on March 11, 2026

WEST CHESTER, Pa., March 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verrica” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: VRCA), a dermatology therapeutics company developing and selling medications fo...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Transcript: TD Cowen 46th Annual Health Care Conference

YCANTH has rapidly gained adoption by addressing a major unmet need in molluscum contagiosum, with expanded access, streamlined distribution, and a growing, collaborative sales force. The pipeline includes a phase III program for common warts and a promising Basal Cell Carcinoma candidate, supporting long-term growth.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Verrica Pharmaceuticals to Participate in the TD Cowen 46th Annual Health Care Conference

WEST CHESTER, Pa., Feb. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verrica”) (Nasdaq: VRCA), a dermatology therapeutics company developing and selling medications for skin diseases re...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals appoints Chapman as Chief Commercial Officer

Verrica Pharmaceuticals (VRCA) announced the appointment of Chris Chapman as its Chief Commercial Officer. Most recently, Chapman served as Chief Commercial Officer at Dermavant Sciences

3 months ago - TheFly

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Appoints Chris Chapman as Chief Commercial Officer

WEST CHESTER, Pa., Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verrica”) (Nasdaq: VRCA), a dermatology therapeutics company developing and selling medications for skin diseases re...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Launches Ycanth for treatment of Molluscum in Japan

Verrica Pharmaceuticals (VRCA) “announced the launch of YCANTH in Japan by its partner, Torii Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shionogi & Co., Ltd., for the treatment of molluscum...

3 months ago - TheFly

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Announces Launch of YCANTH® for the Treatment of Molluscum Contagiosum in Japan by Partner Torii Pharmaceutical

WEST CHESTER, Pa., Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verrica”) (Nasdaq: VRCA), a dermatology therapeutics company developing and selling medications for skin diseases re...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica announces first patient dosed in program evaluating YCANTH

Verrica Pharmaceuticals (VRCA) announced that the first patient was dosed in December 2025 in the global Phase 3 program evaluating YCANTH for the treatment of common warts. The initiation of…

4 months ago - TheFly

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Announces First Patient Dosed in Phase 3 Program Evaluating YCANTH® (VP-102) for the Treatment of Common Warts

– Common warts affects approximately 22 million patients in the United States alone, and there are no FDA approved prescription therapies for what is believed to be a multibillion-dollar market opport...

4 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verrica Pharmaceuticals upgraded to Buy from Hold at Brookline

Brookline upgraded Verrica Pharmaceuticals (VRCA) to Buy from Hold with a $17 price target

5 months ago - TheFly

Verrica Pharmaceuticals files to sell 14.76M shares of common stock for holders

16:20 EST Verrica Pharmaceuticals (VRCA) files to sell 14.76M shares of common stock for holders

5 months ago - TheFly

Verrica Pharmaceuticals announces private placement financing of $50M

Verrica Pharmaceuticals (VRCA) entered into a series of securities purchase agreements for a private investment in public equity financing, raising approximately $50 million in gross proceeds, before ...

6 months ago - TheFly

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Announces Private Placement Financing of $50 Million to Retire Debt and Extend Cash Runway

Proceeds will fully retire debt facility from OrbiMed and fund company operations, thereby extending expected cash runway into mid-2027 Financing anchored by Caligan Partners LP and PBM Capital, along...

6 months ago - GlobeNewsWire