Why is PYXS Down Today?

PYXS
$3.16
▼ -3.36% ($-0.11)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 7:33 PM ET (534 min ago)

About Pyxis Oncology, Inc. Common Stock

Pyxis Oncology Inc is a preclinical oncology company focused on developing an arsenal of next-generation therapeutics to target difficult-to-treat cancers and improve quality of life for patients. It develops the product candidates with the objective to directly kill tumor cells, and to address the ...

Sector: PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS
Market Cap: $135.82M
Forward P/E: -3.8
52-Week Range: $1.03 - $5.55
Employees: 44

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

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

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 PYXS showing strong bearish momentum
PYXS is down 3.4% today on 0.8x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.8x average volume

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

📍 Sector Context

PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector: -0.5%

PYXS is outperforming its sector by -2.8%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

PYXS is significantly underperforming the market (-4.2% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.85%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.87%
PYXS
This Stock
-3.36%
vs S&P 500: -4.21%
vs Nasdaq: -4.23%

📊 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, PYXS is expected to trade between:
$3.07 - $3.22

Key Level to Watch

$3.00 support
Watch for breakdown below $3.16

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 7:33 PM (534 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
0.7
Put/Call Ratio
193.3%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 9,671
Put Volume: 6,786
Total: 16,457

Historical Context

PYXS has moved more than 3.0% down on 68 occasions in the past year.

44.1%
Continuation Rate
30/68 times continued down
+0.02%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 10, 2026 (-3.3%) → Next day: -3.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is PYXS stock down today?

PYXS is down 3.4% today on 0.8x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is PYXS stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, PYXS shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the PYXS stock price target?

PYXS is currently trading at $3.16. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $3.07 - $3.22. See long-term price prediction →

Will PYXS stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that PYXS's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $3.00 (support).

Is PYXS stock oversold or overbought?

PYXS's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 48.9. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for PYXS stock?

PYXS's 10-day momentum indicator is at -0.11. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is PYXS outperforming or underperforming the market?

PYXS (-3.36%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-4.2% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.85%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.87%.

What does MACD indicate for PYXS?

PYXS's MACD (0.14) is currently below the signal line (0.17), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 17.0) is weak.

Is PYXS in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, PYXS is in a mixed/transitional trend. The price and moving averages are not clearly aligned, suggesting a potential trend change or consolidation phase. 20-day SMA: $3.31, 50-day SMA: $3.01.

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