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Neurocrine Biosciences (NBIX) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

$169.40
-5.01 (-2.87%) ▼
5d: +6.03% 30d: +24.64% 90d: +10.92%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (27%)
Quality Score
23/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$137.15 – $160.82
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
13.8x FAIR
vs 13.4x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$208.11
+22.9% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$143.75 / $174.59
Trend: Strong Downtrend
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$265.02
Based on 10.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$164.56
Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 13.4x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: NBIX is currently trading at $169.40, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $137.15 to $160.82. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 13.8) is in line with its historical norms (13.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.9% annual earnings growth.

Technical Outlook: Technically, NBIX is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $143.75, while resistance sits at $174.59.

Market Sentiment: NBIX scores 0/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $208.11 (+22.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range $137.15 - $160.82
Company Quality Score 23/100 (STRONG SELL)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 27.1%

Trading Range & Key Levels

30-Day Trading Range $137.15 - $160.82
Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED
Support Level $143.75
Resistance Level $174.59
Current Trend Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of Nov 12, 2026

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Quantitative Signal Breakdown

  • BEARISH: Price extended above range (+5.3% above its trading range)
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (0/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading 22.9% below Wall St target ($208.11)
  • BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 0.9% growth with 41.2% revenue growth
  • WARNING: Composite score 23/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 13.77
Wall Street Target $208.11 (+22.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 41.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -3.9%
Profit Margin 19.0%
Valuation Premium vs History +0.9% premium
PE vs Historical 13.8 vs 13.4 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): +0.9% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $170.92 (+1%)
2-Year Target $172.46 (+2%)
3-Year Target $174.02 (+3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 14→13) PE COMPRESSION $169.30 (0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: 16.1%) $382.66 (+126%)
Base: (SPY PE: 13.8, Growth: 16.1%) $265.38 (+57%)
Bear: (PE: 11.7, Growth: 16.1%) $225.57 (+33%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (25x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 25.09 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.95
Bull Case $339.51 (+100%)
Analyst growth 77.0%, PE expands to 27.6
Base Case $308.64 (+82%)
Market implied 77.0%, PE stable at 25.1
Bear Case $118.60 (-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 21.3
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Reddit & Retail Trader Sentiment (NBIX)

Bullish 2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
StockTwits Volume
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Last Tracked
Nov 12, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary: StockTwits shows 100.0% bullish sentiment towards $NBIX with traders expressing optimism about the company's energy and product pipeline.
Key Retail Themes: Positive sentiment towards $NBIX's energy sector involvement Excitement for the company's product pipeline
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Last updated: November 13, 2026 3:32 AM ET
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