NASDAQ:AEZS Aeterna Zentaris (AEZS) Stock Price, News & Analysis → “The Stock Market’s Bull Run is Far from Over” -Barrons (From Vertical Research Advisory) (Ad) Free AEZS Stock Alerts $2.19 +0.11 (+5.29%) (As of 03/28/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$2.01▼$2.1950-Day Range$1.71▼$2.1952-Week Range$1.36▼$3.38Volume49,543 shsAverage Volume17,157 shsMarket Capitalization$10.64 millionP/E RatioN/ADividend YieldN/APrice Target$15.00 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial MediaStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial Media Get Aeterna Zentaris alerts: Email Address Aeterna Zentaris MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingBuy3.00 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside584.9% Upside$15.00 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy0.60% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthN/ASustainabilityN/ANews Sentiment0.10Based on 6 Articles This WeekInsider TradingN/AProj. Earnings GrowthDecreasingFrom ($3.22) to ($3.37) Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.1.68 out of 5 starsMedical Sector761st out of 938 stocksPharmaceutical Preparations Industry345th out of 423 stocks 3.5 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingAeterna Zentaris has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 3.00, and is based on 1 buy rating, no hold ratings, and no sell ratings.Price Target Upside/DownsideAccording to analysts' consensus price target of $15.00, Aeterna Zentaris has a forecasted upside of 584.9% from its current price of $2.19.Amount of Analyst CoverageAeterna Zentaris has received no research coverage in the past 90 days. Previous Next 3.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted0.60% of the float of Aeterna Zentaris has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverAeterna Zentaris has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 1.7, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Aeterna Zentaris has recently increased by 46.00%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly. Previous Next 0.0 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldAeterna Zentaris does not currently pay a dividend.Dividend GrowthAeterna Zentaris does not have a long track record of dividend growth. Previous Next N/A Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreThere is no current Upright™ data available for AEZS. Previous Next 2.3 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentAeterna Zentaris has a news sentiment score of 0.10. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.61 average news sentiment score of Medical companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 6 news articles for Aeterna Zentaris this week, compared to 0 articles on an average week.MarketBeat Follows3 people have added Aeterna Zentaris to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. Previous Next 0.0 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Aeterna Zentaris insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 0.10% of the stock of Aeterna Zentaris is held by insiders.Percentage Held by InstitutionsOnly 0.73% of the stock of Aeterna Zentaris is held by institutions. Previous Next 0.6 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Aeterna Zentaris are expected to decrease in the coming year, from ($3.22) to ($3.37) per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Aeterna Zentaris is -0.46, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Aeterna Zentaris is -0.46, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.Price to Book Value per Share RatioAeterna Zentaris has a P/B Ratio of 0.30. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here Ad Vertical Research Advisory“The Stock Market’s Bull Run is Far from Over” -BarronsBarron's reports that the "stock market's bull run is FAR from over…" And recent economic growth will fuel the price of select stocks in the coming months!Click here for all the details now… About Aeterna Zentaris Stock (NASDAQ:AEZS)Aeterna Zentaris Inc., a specialty biopharmaceutical company, engages in developing and commercializing therapeutics and diagnostic tests. Its lead product is Macrilen (macimorelin), an orally available peptidomimetic ghrelin receptor (GHSR-1a) agonist that stimulates the secretion of growth hormone by binding to the GHSR-1a for the diagnosis of adult growth hormone deficiency and childhood-onset growth hormone deficiency, as well as oncology indications; and AEZS-150, a delayed clearance parathyroid hormonefusion polypeptide that is in preclinical trail for the treatment of hypoparathyroidism in adults. Aeterna Zentaris Inc. has a license agreement with University of Wuerzburg to research, develop, manufacture, and sell a potential COVID-19 vaccine; development, manufacture, and commercialization of the treatment for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder; and for pre-clinical development towards the potential treatment of Parkinson's disease. It also has a license agreement with Consilient Health Ltd. and NK MEDITECH Ltd. for the development and commercialization of macimorelin in the Republic of Korea; a distribution and commercialization agreement with Er-Kim Pharmaceuticals Bulgaria EOOD for the commercialization of macimorelin for the diagnosis of growth hormone deficiency in children and adults in Turkey and some non-European Union Balkan countries; as well as The University of Sheffield, the United Kingdom for the research, development, manufacture, and commercialization of parathyroid hormone fusion polypeptides for the treatment of primary hypoparathyroidism. Aeterna Zentaris Inc. was incorporated in 1990 and is headquartered in Summerville, South Carolina.Read More AEZS Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart AEZS Stock News HeadlinesMarch 28, 2024 | globenewswire.comCeapro Receives Final Court Approval for Merger with Aeterna ZentarisMarch 27, 2024 | benzinga.comAEterna Zentaris: Q4 Earnings InsightsMarch 28, 2024 | Vertical Research Advisory (Ad)“The Stock Market’s Bull Run is Far from Over” -BarronsBarron's reports that the "stock market's bull run is FAR from over…" And recent economic growth will fuel the price of select stocks in the coming months!March 27, 2024 | globenewswire.comAeterna Zentaris Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results and Announces Completion of Enrollment in Ongoing Pivotal DETECT-Trial for the Diagnosis of Childhood-Onset Growth Hormone DeficiencyMarch 21, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comStockNews.com Initiates Coverage on Aeterna Zentaris (NASDAQ:AEZS)March 13, 2024 | finanznachrichten.deAeterna Zentaris Inc: Aeterna Zentaris and Ceapro Merger Approved by Securityholders at Special MeetingsMarch 12, 2024 | globenewswire.comAeterna Zentaris and Ceapro Merger Approved by Securityholders at Special MeetingsFebruary 28, 2024 | thestreet.comAeterna Zentaris Inc.March 28, 2024 | Vertical Research Advisory (Ad)“The Stock Market’s Bull Run is Far from Over” -BarronsBarron's reports that the "stock market's bull run is FAR from over…" And recent economic growth will fuel the price of select stocks in the coming months!February 26, 2024 | globenewswire.comLeading Independent Proxy Advisory Firm ISS Recommends Aeterna Zentaris and Ceapro Securityholders Vote FOR the Arrangement Agreement to Approve the Merger of Equals to Create a Diversified Biopharmaceutical CompanyFebruary 15, 2024 | globenewswire.comAeterna Zentaris Issues Letter to Shareholders and Management Proxy Circular Ahead of Special Meeting of Shareholders to Approve Merger of Equals with CeaproNovember 14, 2023 | morningstar.comAEterna Zentaris Inc AEZSNovember 9, 2023 | msn.comAeterna Zentaris GAAP EPS of -$0.85November 9, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comAeterna Zentaris Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial ResultsNovember 6, 2023 | theglobeandmail.comAEterna Zentaris: Stocks trading at Less Than Cash Value on TSX (AEZS)October 30, 2023 | theglobeandmail.comAEterna Zentaris: Top 10 Undervalued Biotechnology Industry Stocks (AEZS)October 11, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comAeterna Zentaris to Participate at the Virtual Investor Ask the CEO ConferenceSeptember 12, 2023 | theglobeandmail.comClosing Bell: Aeterna Zentaris Inc down on Monday (AEZS)September 5, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comAeterna Zentaris to Present at the H.C. Wainwright 25th Annual Global Investment ConferenceAugust 15, 2023 | theglobeandmail.comClosing Bell: Aeterna Zentaris Inc flat on Tuesday (AEZS)August 10, 2023 | markets.businessinsider.comH.C. Wainwright Keeps Their Buy Rating on Aeterna Zentaris (AEZS)August 9, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comAeterna Zentaris (AEZS) Reports Q2 Loss, Tops Revenue EstimatesJuly 13, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comAeterna Zentaris Outlines Progress on Development Pipeline Programs and Provides Corporate UpdateJune 15, 2023 | finanznachrichten.deAeterna Zentaris Inc: Aeterna Zentaris Announces Results of Virtual 2023 Meeting of ShareholdersMay 26, 2023 | theglobeandmail.comClosing Bell: Aeterna Zentaris Inc down on Friday (AEZS)May 17, 2023 | theglobeandmail.comClosing Bell: Aeterna Zentaris Inc down on Tuesday (AEZS)May 15, 2023 | finance.yahoo.comAeterna Zentaris Announces Virtual 2023 Meeting of ShareholdersSee More Headlines Receive AEZS Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Aeterna Zentaris and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Last Earnings11/04/2021Today3/28/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)5/14/2024Fiscal Year End12/31/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNASDAQ SectorMedical Industry Pharmaceutical preparations Sub-IndustryN/A Current SymbolNASDAQ:AEZS CUSIPN/A CIK1113423 Webwww.zentaris.com Phone(418) 652-8525Fax418-948-9191Employees11Year FoundedN/APrice Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$15.00 High Stock Price Target$15.00 Low Stock Price Target$15.00 Potential Upside/Downside+584.9%Consensus RatingBuy Rating Score (0-4)3.00 Research Coverage1 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)($4.81) Trailing P/E RatioN/A Forward P/E RatioN/A P/E GrowthN/ANet Income$-22,730,000.00 Net Margins-340.56% Pretax Margin-340.56% Return on Equity-49.10% Return on Assets-30.61% Debt Debt-to-Equity RatioN/A Current Ratio9.91 Quick Ratio9.89 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$5.64 million Price / Sales1.89 Cash FlowN/A Price / Cash FlowN/A Book Value$7.37 per share Price / Book0.30Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares4,860,000Free Float4,851,000Market Cap$10.64 million OptionableNo Data Beta1.56 Social Links 10 "Recession Proof" Stocks That Will Thrive in Any MarketWhich stocks are likely to thrive in today's challenging market? Click the link below and we'll send you MarketBeat's list of ten stocks that will drive in any economic environment.Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesDr. Klaus Paulini Ph.D.President, CEO & Executive DirectorMr. Giuliano La FrattaSenior VP of Finance & CFODr. Michael Teifel Ph.D.Senior VP of Non-Clinical Development & Chief Scientific OfficerDr. Nicola Ammer M.D.Chief Medical Officer & Senior VP of Clinical DevelopmentDr. Matthias GerlachSenior Vice President Manufacturing & Supply ChainKey CompetitorsMustang BioNASDAQ:MBIOGalera TherapeuticsNASDAQ:GRTXHepion PharmaceuticalsNASDAQ:HEPAASLAN PharmaceuticalsNASDAQ:ASLNCadrenal TherapeuticsNASDAQ:CVKDView All CompetitorsInstitutional OwnershipCitadel Advisors LLCBought 8 shares on 2/15/2024Ownership: 0.000%View All Institutional Transactions AEZS Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions Should I buy or sell Aeterna Zentaris stock right now? 1 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Aeterna Zentaris in the last twelve months. There are currently 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "buy" AEZS shares. View AEZS analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks. What is Aeterna Zentaris' stock price target for 2024? 1 Wall Street analysts have issued 1-year price objectives for Aeterna Zentaris' stock. Their AEZS share price targets range from $15.00 to $15.00. On average, they expect the company's stock price to reach $15.00 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 584.9% from the stock's current price. View analysts price targets for AEZS or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts. How have AEZS shares performed in 2024? Aeterna Zentaris' stock was trading at $1.86 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, AEZS stock has increased by 17.7% and is now trading at $2.19. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. Are investors shorting Aeterna Zentaris? Aeterna Zentaris saw a increase in short interest during the month of March. As of March 15th, there was short interest totaling 29,200 shares, an increase of 46.0% from the February 29th total of 20,000 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 16,800 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 1.7 days. Currently, 0.6% of the company's shares are sold short. View Aeterna Zentaris' Short Interest. When is Aeterna Zentaris' next earnings date? The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Tuesday, May 14th 2024. View our AEZS earnings forecast. How were Aeterna Zentaris' earnings last quarter? Aeterna Zentaris Inc. (NASDAQ:AEZS) posted its earnings results on Thursday, November, 4th. The biopharmaceutical company reported ($0.25) EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ($0.50) by $0.25. The biopharmaceutical company earned $0.60 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $0.60 million. Aeterna Zentaris had a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 49.10% and a negative net margin of 340.56%. When did Aeterna Zentaris' stock split? Shares of Aeterna Zentaris reverse split on Thursday, July 21st 2022. The 1-25 reverse split was announced on Thursday, July 21st 2022. The number of shares owned by shareholders was adjusted after the closing bell on Thursday, July 21st 2022. An investor that had 100 shares of stock prior to the reverse split would have 4 shares after the split. What other stocks do shareholders of Aeterna Zentaris own? Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Aeterna Zentaris investors own include Zosano Pharma (ZSAN), Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust (PEI), CBL & Associates Properties (CBL), Gran Tierra Energy (GTE), CNBX Pharmaceuticals (CNBX), Matinas BioPharma (MTNB), ADMA Biologics (ADMA), Bionano Genomics (BNGO), Novan (NOVN) and Washington Prime Group (WPG). Who are Aeterna Zentaris' major shareholders? Aeterna Zentaris' stock is owned by a number of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Citadel Advisors LLC (0.00%) and Concourse Financial Group Securities Inc. (0.00%). How do I buy shares of Aeterna Zentaris? Shares of AEZS stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here. 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