Why is ALKS Up Today?

ALKS
$41.89
▲ +3.33% (+$1.39)
Last updated: Oct 02, 2026 8:34 PM ET

About Alkermes Inc. plc

Alkermes PLC is a fully integrated biotechnology company that applies its proprietary technologies to research, develop, and commercialize pharmaceutical products designed for unmet medical needs in therapeutic areas. The company utilizes several to develop and commercialize products and, in so doin...

Sector: PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS
Market Cap: $5.06B
Forward P/E: 12.6
52-Week Range: $27.00 - $55.67
Employees: 1,800

Overall Confidence: 60%

60% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SYMPATHY 60% Confidence
🎯 Outperforming sector by 4.9%
This stock is significantly outperforming its PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector peers, suggesting a stock-specific catalyst.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.6x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector: -1.6%

ALKS is outperforming its sector by 4.9%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

ALKS is significantly outperforming the market (+2.6% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.74%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+1.02%
ALKS
This Stock
+3.33%
vs S&P 500: +2.59%
vs Nasdaq: +2.31%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, ALKS is expected to trade between:
$41.05 - $43.15

Key Level to Watch

$43.98 resistance
Watch for continuation above $41.89

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Last updated: Oct 02, 2026 8:34 PM (-238 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.64
Put/Call Ratio
93.6%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 9,993
Put Volume: 6,381
Total: 16,374
Unusual Activity: $55 CALL (2,067 vol)

Historical Context

ALKS has moved more than 3.0% up on 26 occasions in the past year.

50.0%
Continuation Rate
13/26 times continued up
-0.07%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar up moves
Last similar move: Jul 30, 2026 (3.5%) → Next day: -2.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is ALKS stock up today?

This stock is significantly outperforming its PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector peers, suggesting a stock-specific catalyst.

Is ALKS stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, ALKS shows 60% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the ALKS stock price target?

ALKS is currently trading at $41.89. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $41.05 - $43.15. See long-term price prediction →

Will ALKS stock continue rising?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that ALKS's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $43.98 (resistance).

Is ALKS stock oversold or overbought?

ALKS's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 37.6. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for ALKS stock?

ALKS's 10-day momentum indicator is at -1.5. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is ALKS outperforming or underperforming the market?

ALKS (+3.33%) is currently significantly outperforming the market (+2.6% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.74%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 1.02%.

What does MACD indicate for ALKS?

ALKS's MACD (-1.95) is currently below the signal line (-1.85), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 34.7) is strong.

Is ALKS in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, ALKS is in a bearish trend. The price ($41.89) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($43.61) and 50-day SMA ($46.95). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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