Shares of Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. (IOVA) plummeted 6.32% in early trading on Friday, following a significant price target cut by Chardan Capital Markets. The biotech company's stock took a hit after Chardan lowered its price target from $20 to $17, representing a 15% reduction.
Despite the price target cut, Chardan maintained its "Buy" rating on Iovance Biotherapeutics, indicating a continued belief in the company's long-term potential. However, investors appeared to focus more on the near-term implications of the lowered price target, triggering the sharp decline in IOVA's stock price.
The move comes amid a mixed analyst landscape for Iovance Biotherapeutics. According to FactSet, the average analyst rating for IOVA remains "overweight," with a mean price target of $7.75. The significant disparity between Chardan's new target and the average target highlights the wide range of opinions among analysts regarding the company's future prospects. As the trading session progresses, market participants will be closely watching how this news continues to impact IOVA's stock performance.
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