Why is BCYC Down Today?

BCYC
$3.49
▼ -5.42% ($-0.19)
Last updated: Nov 12, 2026 8:00 PM ET

About Bicycle Therapeutics plc American Depositary Shares

Bicycle Therapeutics PLC is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a novel class of medicines which are referred to as Bicycles. The Bicycles are synthetic short peptides constrained to form two loops that stabilize their structural geometry. Its initial internal programs are focused ...

Sector: PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS
Market Cap: $577.32M
Forward P/E: -2.0
52-Week Range: $3.33 - $7.83
Employees: 305

Overall Confidence: 60%

60% Confident

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

SYMPATHY 60% Confidence
🎯 Outperforming sector by 4.8%
This stock is significantly underperforming its PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector peers, suggesting a stock-specific catalyst.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 1.0x average volume

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

📍 Sector Context

PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector: -0.6%

BCYC is outperforming its sector by -4.8%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

BCYC is significantly underperforming the market (-5.3% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
-0.15%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
-0.23%
BCYC
This Stock
-5.42%
vs S&P 500: -5.27%
vs Nasdaq: -5.19%

📊 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, BCYC is expected to trade between:
$3.39 - $3.56

Key Level to Watch

$3.32 support
Watch for breakdown below $3.49

Quick Trade Ideas

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Last updated: Nov 12, 2026 8:00 PM (-338 minutes ago)
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Historical Context

BCYC has moved more than 3.0% down on 46 occasions in the past year.

52.2%
Continuation Rate
24/46 times continued down
-0.23%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Nov 05, 2026 (-6.5%) → Next day: +3.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is BCYC stock down today?

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

Is BCYC stock a buy or sell right now?

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

What is the BCYC stock price target?

BCYC is currently trading at $3.49. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $3.39 - $3.56. See long-term price prediction →

Will BCYC stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that BCYC's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $3.32 (support).

Is BCYC stock oversold or overbought?

BCYC's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 43.7. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for BCYC stock?

BCYC's 10-day momentum indicator is at -0.32. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is BCYC outperforming or underperforming the market?

BCYC (-5.42%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-5.3% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is down -0.15%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is down -0.23%.

What does MACD indicate for BCYC?

BCYC's MACD (-0.03) is currently below the signal line (-0.02), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 12.3) is weak.

Is BCYC in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, BCYC is in a bearish trend. The price ($3.49) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($3.64) and 50-day SMA ($3.72). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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