La vendita allo scoperto per Amgen dà agli investitori un'idea del grado in cui gli investitori stanno scommettendo sul declino delle azioni di Amgen. I dati relativi alle vendite allo scoperto vengono aggiornati ogni due settimane.

Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) Azioni, Report sulle vendite allo scoperto

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Amgen is a leader in biotechnology-based human therapeutics. Flagship drugs include red blood cell boosters Epogen and Aranesp, immune system boosters Neupogen and Neulasta, and Enbrel and Otezla for inflammatory diseases. Amgen introduced its first cancer therapeutic, Vectibix, in 2006 and markets bone-strengthening drug Prolia/Xgeva (approved 2010) and Evenity (2019). The acquisition of Onyx bolstered the firm's therapeutic oncology portfolio with Kyprolis. Recent launches include Repatha (cholesterol-lowering), Aimovig (migraine), Lumakras (lung cancer), and Tezspire (asthma). The 2023 Horizon acquisition brings several rare-disease drugs, including thyroid eye disease drug Tepezza. Amgen also has a growing biosimilar portfolio.

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Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) has seen better days. The stock is up 26.04% for the last year but has struggled recently, falling 17.57% over <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LLY/news">the last month</a>.
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Lilly stock is well below its summer highs and is trading at $746.94 at the time of writing. The once red-hot obesity drugmaker is in the crosshairs of bearish technicals and political uncertainty.
Could the selloff be an overreaction?
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bearish Signals Galore For LLY Stock</h2>
Lilly stock is trading beneath its eight-, 20-, and 50-day exponential moving averages, firmly positioning it in a bearish trend. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 33.02 indicates the stock is teetering on oversold territory, while the MACD at negative 37.55 confirms strong downward momentum.
Even the 200-day simple moving average of $835.76 is now a distant memory, amplifying concerns.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Kennedy Sends Drugmakers Tumbling</h2>
The broader selloff in anti-obesity drugmakers like Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk AS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>) and Amgen Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) has been linked to fears over the possible appointment by President-elect Donald Trump of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as head of the Department of Health and Human Services.
Investors worry his critical stance on GLP-1 weight-loss treatments could lead to reduced insurance coverage or pricing pressures. While the agency has limited power to enact sweeping changes without Congress, the uncertainty has spooked the market.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Still Room To Run?</h2>
For contrarian investors, the fundamentals paint a different picture. Eli Lilly's Zepbound and Mounjaro sales are projected to hit $18 billion by 2026, doubling from 2024 estimates.
Total revenue is expected to climb to $69 billion by 2026, with earnings soaring to $30 per share — more than double the current $13.26.
And at 33.2 times forward earnings (per <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent112124&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a> data), the stock's valuation looks far more attractive than its July peak of 57.2 times.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Next?</h2>
Jim Cramer's take sums up the contrarian sentiment: "This stock is as hated now as it was loved not that long ago. I think it's a buy&#8230; enough on the selling."
For long-term investors, Eli Lilly's dominance in the burgeoning obesity drug market remains a compelling growth story. 
Whether the selloff is a red flag or a golden opportunity may depend on how much faith investors have in the fundamentals.
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Eli Lilly Stock Tumbles As Kennedy Targets Weight Loss Drugs

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Amgen. Our analysis of options history for Amgen (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) revealed 8 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 37% of traders were bullish, while 37% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 4 were puts, with a value of $172,165, and 4 were calls, valued at $144,495.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $280.0 and $350.0 for Amgen, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Amgen stands at 1066.0, with a total volume reaching 267.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Amgen, situated within the strike price corridor from $280.0 to $350.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Amgen Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732128618_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$22.0</td>
<td>$21.4</td>
<td>$21.55</td>
<td>$292.50</td>
<td>$60.3K</td>
<td>70</td>
<td align="right">51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$21.8</td>
<td>$21.4</td>
<td>$21.5</td>
<td>$292.50</td>
<td>$45.1K</td>
<td>70</td>
<td align="right">51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$18.0</td>
<td>$17.4</td>
<td>$17.44</td>
<td>$282.50</td>
<td>$43.7K</td>
<td>703</td>
<td align="right">113</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$20.5</td>
<td>$19.85</td>
<td>$20.5</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$40.9K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$56.1</td>
<td>$53.95</td>
<td>$55.05</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
<td>$38.5K</td>
<td>310</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Amgen</h3>
Amgen is a leader in biotechnology-based human therapeutics. Flagship drugs include red blood cell boosters Epogen and Aranesp, immune system boosters Neupogen and Neulasta, and Enbrel and Otezla for inflammatory diseases. Amgen introduced its first cancer therapeutic, Vectibix, in 2006 and markets bone-strengthening drug Prolia/Xgeva (approved 2010) and Evenity (2019). The acquisition of Onyx bolstered the firm's therapeutic oncology portfolio with Kyprolis. Recent launches include Repatha (cholesterol-lowering), Aimovig (migraine), Lumakras (lung cancer), and Tezspire (asthma). The 2023 Horizon acquisition brings several rare-disease drugs, including thyroid eye disease drug Tepezza. Amgen also has a growing biosimilar portfolio.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Amgen, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is Amgen Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,464,150, the price of AMGN is up by 1.67%, reaching $284.63.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 76 days from now.</li>
</ul>
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On Monday, Silence Therapeutics plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLN#NASDAQ">SLN</a>) presented end-of-treatment data from its Phase 2 ALPACAR-360 study of zerlasiran in atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) patients with high lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/b42046710/silence-therapeutics-presents-late-breaking-phase-2-zerlasiran-data-at-2024-american-heart-associa" rel="noreferrer noopener">levels (≥125 nmol/L)</a>.
These data were presented at the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions.
Results showed that zerlasiran (300 mg every 16 weeks, 300 mg every 24 weeks or 450 mg every 24 weeks) produced greater than 80% mean time-averaged placebo-adjusted reductions from baseline in Lp(a) concentrations over 36 weeks.
This is the first study to report time-averaged Lp(a) analyses, which more accurately evaluate the effects of treatment over time, including intervals between doses.
Maximum Lp(a) reductions exceeded 90%. At the final visit, 60 weeks following initial drug administration, reductions in Lp(a) persisted, and no safety concerns emerged with infrequent dosing.
William Blair notes that while Silence's data shows the drug effectively lowers Lp(a) levels, the Q24W dosing schedule may not be competitive. This is due to a decline in Lp(a) reduction between doses.
This dosing schedule could be an option for maintenance after stable Lp(a) reductions are reached. However, the analyst expects more frequent dosing, possibly every three months, to be needed. This may reduce zerlasiran's competitive edge compared to Amgen Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) olpasiran.
The analyst writes, "Silence continues to execute on both the zerlasiran and divesiran lead clinical programs. While data for zerlasiran presented at AHA show that zerlasiran is an efficacious Lp(a) lowering agent over 48 weeks with Q24W dosing, we are incrementally negative on zerlasiran's competitive profile given the waning of Lp(a) lowering between the infrequent doses, which has not been demonstrated with olpasiran at a once-quarterly dosing frequency."
Price Action: SLN stock is down 33.80% at $7.20 at the last check on Tuesday.
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U.S. stock futures were mixed this morning, with the Dow futures falling more than 100 points on Monday.
Shares of Neurogene Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NGNE#NASDAQ">NGNE</a>) fell sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company announced it brought its high-dose gene therapy trial to a halt after a serious adverse event in a Rett <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NGNE">syndrome patient</a>.
Neurogene shares declined 37.7% to $21.50 in the pre-market trading session.
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<li>Rezolve AI Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RZLV#NASDAQ">RZLV</a>) shares tumbled 16.1% to $2.29 in pre-market trading after dipping over 20% on Friday.</li>
<li>Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KC#NASDAQ">KC</a>) shares dipped 12.3% to $4.43 in pre-market trading after gaining around 9% on Friday. Kingsoft Cloud will release its unaudited financial results for the third quarter before the opening bell on Nov. 19.</li>
<li>Luminar Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZR#NASDAQ">LAZR</a>) tumbled 9.3% to $0.8890 in today's pre-market trading after declining around 5% on Friday.</li>
<li>Omeros Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OMER#NASDAQ">OMER</a>) shares fell 7% to $6.28 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>CompoSecure, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMPO#NASDAQ">CMPO</a>) shares declined 5.9% to $13.00 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) shares fell 5.4% to $266.21 in pre-market trading following a 4% decline on Friday.</li>
<li>Intuitive Machines, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUNR#NASDAQ">LUNR</a>) shares fell 5% to $11.80 in pre-market trading after jumping 21% on Friday.</li>
<li>ProQR Therapeutics N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRQR#NASDAQ">PRQR</a>) shares fell 4% to $3.67 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) shares fell 2.4% to $138.51 in pre-market trading after declining more than 3% on Friday.</li>
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The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a further decline in the overall market sentiment, with the index moving to the &#8220;Neutral&#8221; zone on Friday.
U.S. stocks settled lower on Friday, with the Dow Jones falling more than 300 points during the session. The S&amp;P 500 recorded a weekly loss of 2.1%, while the Nasdaq Composite fell around 3.2%. The 30-stock Dow lost 1.2% during the week.
Major tech stocks recorded losses, with Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) shares falling over 3% on Friday, and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) stock losing around 2.8% during the session. However, shares of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) gained around 3% on Friday.
Shares of vaccine companies settled lower on Friday after President-elect Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the HHS. Moderna Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) shares dipped over 7%, while Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) shares declined more than 4% during the session. The SPDR S&amp;P Biotech ETF dipped over 5%, recording its worst week since 2020.
On the economic data front, U.S. export prices increased by 0.8% in October, while import prices rose by 0.3% month-over-month in October. U.S. retail sales rose 0.4% month-over-month in October compared to a revised 0.8% increase in September, topping market estimates of 0.3%
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a negative note, with information technology, communication services, and healthcare stocks recording the biggest losses on Friday. However, utilities and financials stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session higher.
The Dow Jones closed lower by around 306 points to 43,444.99 on Friday. The S&amp;P 500 fell 1.32% to 5,870.62, while the Nasdaq Composite fell 2.24% at 18,680.12 during Friday's session.
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Shares of pharmaceutical and healthcare stocks are trading lower. The sector has been under pressure after president-elect Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the HHS.

Wolfe Research analyst Tim Anderson initiates coverage on Amgen (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) with a Peer Perform rating.

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Amgen To Present MITIGATE Phase 3 Study At ACR 2024 Nov. 14-19

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Amgen (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in AMGN usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 8 extraordinary options activities for Amgen. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 50% leaning bullish and 25% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $137,540, and 4 are calls, amounting to $285,919.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $290.0 to $340.0 for Amgen over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Amgen's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Amgen's whale activity within a strike price range from $290.0 to $340.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Amgen Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731600944_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$43.6</td>
<td>$43.55</td>
<td>$43.6</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$196.2K</td>
<td>25</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$52.8</td>
<td>$51.5</td>
<td>$51.5</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$51.5K</td>
<td>190</td>
<td align="right">19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$10.3</td>
<td>$9.2</td>
<td>$10.0</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$38.0K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td align="right">62</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$15.65</td>
<td>$15.2</td>
<td>$15.45</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$33.9K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$2.95</td>
<td>$2.08</td>
<td>$2.29</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$26.5K</td>
<td>112</td>
<td align="right">121</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Amgen</h3>
Amgen is a leader in biotechnology-based human therapeutics. Flagship drugs include red blood cell boosters Epogen and Aranesp, immune system boosters Neupogen and Neulasta, and Enbrel and Otezla for inflammatory diseases. Amgen introduced its first cancer therapeutic, Vectibix, in 2006 and markets bone-strengthening drug Prolia/Xgeva (approved 2010) and Evenity (2019). The acquisition of Onyx bolstered the firm's therapeutic oncology portfolio with Kyprolis. Recent launches include Repatha (cholesterol-lowering), Aimovig (migraine), Lumakras (lung cancer), and Tezspire (asthma). The 2023 Horizon acquisition brings several rare-disease drugs, including thyroid eye disease drug Tepezza. Amgen also has a growing biosimilar portfolio.
<h3>Amgen's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 856,173, the AMGN's price is down by -2.03%, now at $295.33. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 82 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Amgen</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $360.8.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Jefferies continues to hold a Buy rating for Amgen, targeting a price of $380. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Citigroup downgraded its rating to Neutral, setting a price target of $335. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen persists with their Buy rating on Amgen, maintaining a target price of $383. 
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Analysts' ratings for Amgen (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 11 analysts.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Amgen, revealing an average target of $349.0, a high estimate of $405.00, and a low estimate of $215.00. Observing a 3.48% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $337.25. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731592860_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The standing of Amgen among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Geoff Meacham</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Yee</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Colin Bristow</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$326.00</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Olivia Brayer</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$405.00</td>
<td>$405.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yaron Weber</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$383.00</td>
<td>$381.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aaron Gal</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robyn Karnauskas</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$333.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Carter Gould</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$315.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Olivia Brayer</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$405.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gregory Renza</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$362.00</td>
<td>$362.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Skorney</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Amgen. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Amgen compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Amgen's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Amgen's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMGN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Amgen analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Amgen</h2>
Amgen is a leader in biotechnology-based human therapeutics. Flagship drugs include red blood cell boosters Epogen and Aranesp, immune system boosters Neupogen and Neulasta, and Enbrel and Otezla for inflammatory diseases. Amgen introduced its first cancer therapeutic, Vectibix, in 2006 and markets bone-strengthening drug Prolia/Xgeva (approved 2010) and Evenity (2019). The acquisition of Onyx bolstered the firm's therapeutic oncology portfolio with Kyprolis. Recent launches include Repatha (cholesterol-lowering), Aimovig (migraine), Lumakras (lung cancer), and Tezspire (asthma). The 2023 Horizon acquisition brings several rare-disease drugs, including thyroid eye disease drug Tepezza. Amgen also has a growing biosimilar portfolio.
<h3>Amgen's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Amgen's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 23.18%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Amgen's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 33.28% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Amgen's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 42.08%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Amgen's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 3.11%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Amgen's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 8.02. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
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What Analysts Are Saying About Amgen Stock

Citigroup analyst Geoff Meacham initiates coverage on Amgen (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) with a Neutral rating and announces Price Target of $335.

Citigroup Initiates Coverage On Amgen with Neutral Rating, Announces Price Target of $335

On Tuesday, a Cantor analyst wrote that additional data from Amgen&#8217;s experimental weight loss injection, MariTide, suggests a new potential safety risk tied to the drug.
On Wednesday, Amgen Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) stated the MariTide (maridebart cafraglutide, formerly AMG 133) Phase 1 data, saying, &#8220;Amgen does not see an association between the administration of MariTide and bone mineral density (BMD) changes. The Phase 1 study results do not suggest any bone safety concerns or change our conviction in the promise of MariTide. We look forward to sharing the Phase 2 topline data <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/n41932478/amgen-provides-statement-on-maritide-phase-1-data" rel="noreferrer noopener">later this year</a>.&#8221;
CNBC <a target="_blank" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/12/amgen-stock-falls-on-weight-loss-drugs-bone-density-loss-data.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">highlighted</a> that MariTide could be a strong new contender in the weight loss drug market. Unlike current weekly injections from Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>) and Eli Lilly And Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>), MariTide is taken once a month and works through a different mechanism.
Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/24/11/41928127/jim-cramer-says-eli-lillys-pathetic-stock-performance-could-get-a-breather-if-amgen-has-hidden-bone-risk-data-after-7-stock-drop" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jim Cramer Says Eli Lilly&#8217;s &#8216;Pathetic&#8217; Stock Performance Could Get A Breather If Amgen Has Hidden Bone Risk Data After 7% Stock Drop</a>
Analysts referred to new public data from a phase one study, showing that the highest dose of MariTide (420 milligrams) was associated with around 4% decrease in bone mineral density over 12 weeks.
Goldman Sachs responded that after reviewing the data, they do not believe it shows any safety issues.
Goldman Sachs says BMD measurements from DEXA scans and believes concerns about the data are not justified as there is no significant difference between the treatment and placebo, nor any clear dose-dependent effect in the DEXA data.
The analyst also says a study by Amgen&#8217;s deCODE genetics, which included data from 1.2 million people, found no link between obesity-related variants in the GIPR gene and a higher risk of fractures or lower BMD. It&#8217;s already well-established that rapid weight loss is linked to BMD loss.
William Blair notes that at lower doses of AMG 133 (140 mg and 280 mg), the reduction in bone mineral density is minimal, around 2% at most, which might not differ significantly from the placebo due to limited data in smaller groups.
While the 4% reduction stands out compared to typical reductions of 2% to 2.5%, bariatric surgery has been known to reduce BMD by 3% to 5% after six months.
MariTide, which leads to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/02/36934096/weight-loss-drugs-new-entrant-amgen-to-compete-with-novo-nordisk-eli-lilly-as-investigational-wei" rel="noreferrer noopener">more significant weight loss</a> over six months than semaglutide or liraglutide, may also result in greater BMD reductions due to this weight change.
Price Action: AMGN stock is up 1.39% at $302.98 at last check Wednesday.
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Amgen Executive Says Co Continues To Be "Laser Focused" On A Phase Three Development Program For Its Obesity Drug Maritide; Says Co Has Not Seen Any Association Between Administration Of Maritide And Bone Mineral Density Changes Or Safety Signals For Bone; Believe That A Research Note Had Suggested "An Inappropriate Inference" Of Maritide Data Given Its Limitations

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BSX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$27.8K</td>
<td>600</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VKTX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/29/24</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$71.9K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$41.8K</td>
<td>250</td>
<td>926</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$376.7K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>760</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BMY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$645.0K</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>750</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$112.1K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>726</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$59.3K</td>
<td>445</td>
<td>431</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HIMS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$95.7K</td>
<td>4.2K</td>
<td>288</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PTGX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$38.1K</td>
<td>48</td>
<td>268</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INCY</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$35.5K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>157</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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• For BSX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BSX#NYSE">BSX</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 9 day(s) on November 22, 2024. This event was a transfer of 316 contract(s) at a $87.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 38 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.8K, with a price of $88.0 per contract. There were 600 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3045 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For VKTX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VKTX#NASDAQ">VKTX</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 16 day(s) on November 29, 2024. This event was a transfer of 899 contract(s) at a $70.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $71.9K, with a price of $80.0 per contract. There were 2173 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1039 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ALT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALT#NASDAQ">ALT</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 2 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 416 contract(s) at a $11.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.8K, with a price of $100.0 per contract. There were 250 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 926 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMGN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 37 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 352 contract(s) at a $320.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 46 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $376.7K, with a price of $1070.0 per contract. There were 1630 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 760 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BMY (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 275 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 750 contract(s) at a $65.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $645.0K, with a price of $860.0 per contract. There were 1 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 750 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CVS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVS#NYSE">CVS</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 219 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 210 contract(s) at a $55.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 27 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $112.1K, with a price of $533.0 per contract. There were 1798 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 726 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MRK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 219 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 85 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $59.3K, with a price of $695.0 per contract. There were 445 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 431 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding HIMS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 174 contract(s) at a $23.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 21 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $95.7K, with a price of $549.0 per contract. There were 4250 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 288 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PTGX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTGX#NASDAQ">PTGX</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 65 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 37 contract(s) at a $35.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.1K, with a price of $1030.0 per contract. There were 48 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 268 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For INCY (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INCY#NASDAQ">INCY</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 2 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 25 contract(s) at a $67.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.5K, with a price of $1416.0 per contract. There were 1186 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 157 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
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Live On CNBC, Joe Terranova Announces Sold Amgen

"The Phase 1 study results do not suggest any bone safety concern or change our conviction in the promise of MariTide. We look forward to sharing the Phase 2 topline data later this year," Amgen said.

Amgen Issued The Statement On MariTide (Maridebart Cafraglutide, Formerly AMG 133) Phase 1 Data, Saying Amgen Does Not See An Association Between The Administration Of MariTide And Bone Mineral Density Changes

Amgen Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>) stock dropped over 7% on Tuesday following revelations about bone density loss in early trials of its experimental obesity drug MariTide, while CNBC&#8217;s Jim Cramer suggested the news could benefit rival Eli Lilly And Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>).
What Happened: Previously undisclosed data from MariTide&#8217;s Phase 1 trial showed a 4% decrease in bone mineral density among participants receiving a 420mg dose during the 12-week multiple ascending dose study. According to Olivia Brayer of Cantor Fitzgerald, the information emerged from hidden tabs in extended data files related to the trial.
MariTide, positioned as a monthly alternative to weekly injections offered by competitors Novo Nordisk (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>) and Eli Lilly, operates through a different weight loss mechanism. The drug&#8217;s development has attracted significant attention due to its potential to disrupt the growing obesity treatment market.
&#8220;If Amgen has hidden bone risk data for its obesity drug, that&#8217;s huge news for Lilly which has become a pathetic stock of late,&#8221; Cramer wrote on X, formerly Twitter, announcing plans to discuss the implications at an upcoming meeting.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">If Amgen has hidden bone risk data for its obesity drug , that&#39;s huge news for Lilly which has become a pathetic stock of late. Club name.. will talk about it at Thursday&#39;s meeting
&mdash; Jim Cramer (@jimcramer) <a href="https://twitter.com/jimcramer/status/1856424358564245623?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 12, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: Despite concerns, Cantor Fitzgerald maintained its Overweight rating on Amgen with a $405 price target. The firm acknowledged that while some bone density loss is expected during weight loss treatments, particularly with a suboptimal diet, the dose-dependent increase in bone density loss could raise red flags.
The analysis also revealed data about AMG 598, a predecessor molecule that Amgen may have been investigating to challenge assumptions about GIPR antagonism&#8217;s role in bone density loss.
Price Action: Eli Lilly stock closed at $818.86 on Tuesday, down 1.63% for the day, with a slight drop of 0.10% in after-hours trading. Despite this, the stock has seen a strong 38.27% increase year-to-date. 
Meanwhile, Amgen ended the day at $298.84, down 7.14%. However, it saw a slight recovery after hours, rising 0.61%. Amgen's stock has gained 0.49% year-to-date, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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