Nektar Therapeutics (NKTR)

NASDAQ: NKTR · Real-Time Price · USD
83.81
-2.92 (-3.37%)
At close: Apr 28, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
83.81
0.00 (0.00%)
After-hours: Apr 28, 2026, 4:10 PM EDT
-3.37%
Market Cap 2.83B
Revenue (ttm) 55.23M
Net Income (ttm) -164.08M
Shares Out 33.74M
EPS (ttm) -9.73
PE Ratio n/a
Forward PE n/a
Dividend n/a
Ex-Dividend Date n/a
Volume 1,198,133
Open 85.79
Previous Close 86.74
Day's Range 82.72 - 88.00
52-Week Range 7.99 - 109.00
Beta 1.18
Analysts Strong Buy
Price Target 146.67 (+75.0%)
Earnings Date May 6, 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 Forecast

According to 7 analysts, the average rating for NKTR stock is "Strong Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $146.67, which is an increase of 75.00% from the latest price.

Price Target
$146.67
(75.00% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Pomerantz Law Firm Announces the Filing of a Class Action Against Nektar Therapeutics and Certain Officers – NKTR

NEW YORK, April 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Nektar Therapeutics (“Nektar” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NKTR) and certain offic...

28 minutes ago - GlobeNewsWire

The Gross Law Firm Reminds Shareholders of a Lead Plaintiff Deadline of May 5, 2026 in Nektar Therapeutics Lawsuit - NKTR

NEW YORK, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Nektar Therapeutics (NASDAQ: NKTR). Shareholders who purchased shares of NKTR during the clas...

7 hours ago - PRNewsWire

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...

5 days 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 days ago - PRNewsWire

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...

8 days ago - PRNewsWire

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.

8 days ago - Barrons

Why Are Nektar Shares Up Monday?

The company said the REZOLVE-AA extension results demonstrated continued improvement in patients with severe-to-very-severe alopecia areata treated with rezpegaldesleukin, with responses strengthening...

8 days ago - Benzinga

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.

8 days ago - Transcripts

52-Week Topline Results from 16-Week Blinded Treatment Extension of REZOLVE-AA Demonstrate Deepening of Responses in Severe-to-Very-Severe Alopecia Areata with Rezpegaldesleukin

29% and 31% of patients in the 18 µg/kg and 24 µg/kg extension arms, respectively, achieved new SALT Score ≤20 from week 36 to week 52 with continued twice-monthly treatment Increasing proportions of ...

8 days ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar to Hold Conference Call to Discuss 52-Week Topline Results from the 16-Week Extension Treatment Period for its REZOLVE-AA Phase 2b Study of Rezpegaldesleukin in Alopecia Areata on April 20, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO, April 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on development of novel immunology therapies, today announced it will h...

9 days ago - PRNewsWire

NEKTAR THERAPEUTICS (NKTR) DEADLINE ALERT Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Nektar Therapeutics Investors of Upcoming Deadline

NEW YORK, April 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP: Do you, or did you, own shares of Nektar Therapeutics (NASDAQ: NKTR)? Did you purchase your shares between February 26, 2025 and De...

19 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

NKTR Stockholders Have Rights – If You Lost Money Investing in Nektar Therapeutics Contact Robbins LLP for Information About Recovering Your Losses

SAN DIEGO, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Nektar Therapeutics (NASDAQ:...

4 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Data from Phase 2b REZOLVE-AD and REZOLVE-AA Studies of Rezpegaldesleukin Presented at 2026 American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting

Rezpegaldesleukin demonstrates statistically significant improvement in mean percent EASI improvement across both moderate and severe atopic dermatitis patients Rezpegaldesleukin proof-of-concept data...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Data from Phase 2b Studies for Rezpegaldesleukin Accepted for Two Oral Presentations at the 2026 American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting

SAN FRANCISCO, March 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR) announced today that data from the ongoing Phase 2b studies of rezpegaldesleukin in atopic dermatitis and alopecia area...

5 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar Therapeutics Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

Positive phase 2 results for REZPEG in atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata support advancement to phase 3, with strong efficacy, safety, and durability. Financially, the company ended 2025 with $245.8M cash, raised $476M in early 2026, and projects a robust cash runway through 2026.

6 weeks ago - Transcripts

Nektar Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results

SAN FRANCISCO, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025. Cash and investments in marketable sec...

6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

NEKTAR THERAPEUTICS (NKTR) INVESTOR ALERT Investors With Large Losses in Nektar Therapeutics Should Contact Bernstein Liebhard LLP To Discuss Their Rights

NEW YORK, March 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP announces that a shareholder has filed a securities class action lawsuit on behalf of investors (the “Class”) who purchased or acqui...

6 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Grabar Law Office Investigates Claims on Behalf of Long-Term Shareholders of Nektar Therapeutics, (NKTR)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania--(Newsfile Corp. - March 9, 2026) - WHAT IS HAPPENING? Grabar Law Office is investigating claims on behalf of shareholders of Nektar Therapeutics (NASDAQ: NKTR).

7 weeks ago - Newsfile Corp

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

SAN FRANCISCO, March 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (NASDAQ: NKTR) today announced that, on February 20, 2026, the Organization and Compensation Committee of Nektar's Board of Directors g...

7 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar Therapeutics Transcript: TD Cowen 46th Annual Health Care Conference

The conference highlighted a strategic focus on Treg-targeting therapies, with REZPEG showing strong efficacy and safety in atopic dermatitis and promising results in alopecia areata. Upcoming phase III trials and data readouts are expected to further validate its potential as a novel, durable treatment.

7 weeks ago - Transcripts

Nektar to Announce Financial Results for the Fourth Quarter and Year-Ended 2025 on Thursday, March 12, 2026, After Close of U.S.-Based Financial Markets

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR) will announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and year-ended December 31, 2025 on Thursday, March 12, 2026,...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar Therapeutics to Participate in Two Investor Conferences in March

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR) today announced that company management will be participating in the TD Cowen 46th Annual Health Care Conference taking ...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar Therapeutics Announces Research Collaboration with UCSF and Dr. Stephen Hauser for NKTR-0165, a Tumor Necrosis Factor Receptor 2 (TNFR2) Antibody, in Multiple Sclerosis

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR) today announced an academic research collaboration with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and Stephen L...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Nektar Therapeutics Announces Closing of $460 Million Public Offering Including Full Exercise of Underwriters' Option to Purchase Additional Shares

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nektar Therapeutics (Nasdaq: NKTR), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of innovative medicines in the field of immunotherapy...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Can NKTR Stock Sustain Its 1,000% Rally?

Nektar stock has increased more than 100% within a week and has skyrocketed 1,000% from its 52-week low of $6.50, trading at around $71 as of February 13, 2026. The surge intensified following the com...

2 months ago - Forbes