Why is VRDN Down Today?

VRDN
$21.46
▼ -3.75% ($-0.80)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:33 PM ET

About Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. Common Stock

Viridian Therapeutics Inc is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that engages in developing multiple product candidates to treat patients who suffer from thyroid eye disease. Its product candidate includes Veligrotug (formerly known as VRDN-001) for intravenous (IV) and VRDN-003 for subcutane...

Sector: PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS
Market Cap: $1.74B
Forward P/E: -8.2
52-Week Range: $13.18 - $34.29
Employees: 143

Overall Confidence: 60%

60% Confident

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

SYMPATHY 60% Confidence
🎯 Outperforming sector by 3.2%
This stock is significantly underperforming its PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector peers, suggesting a stock-specific catalyst.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.4x average volume

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

📍 Sector Context

PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector: -0.5%

VRDN is outperforming its sector by -3.2%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

VRDN is significantly underperforming the market (-4.6% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.85%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.87%
VRDN
This Stock
-3.75%
vs S&P 500: -4.6%
vs Nasdaq: -4.62%

📊 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, VRDN is expected to trade between:
$20.81 - $21.88

Key Level to Watch

$20.38 support
Watch for breakdown below $21.45

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:33 PM (-227 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bearish
Options Sentiment
3.81
Put/Call Ratio
123.2%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 1,224
Put Volume: 4,666
Total: 5,890
Unusual Activity: $22 PUT (1,446 vol) $22 PUT (1,435 vol)

Historical Context

VRDN has moved more than 3.0% down on 30 occasions in the past year.

40.0%
Continuation Rate
12/30 times continued down
-0.18%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Aug 28, 2026 (-3.4%) → Next day: +0.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is VRDN stock down today?

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

Is VRDN stock a buy or sell right now?

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

What is the VRDN stock price target?

VRDN is currently trading at $21.46. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $20.81 - $21.88. See long-term price prediction →

Will VRDN stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that VRDN's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $20.38 (support).

Is VRDN stock oversold or overbought?

VRDN's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 40.2. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for VRDN stock?

VRDN's 10-day momentum indicator is at -2.42. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is VRDN outperforming or underperforming the market?

VRDN (-3.75%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-4.6% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.85%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.87%.

What does MACD indicate for VRDN?

VRDN's MACD (0.24) is currently below the signal line (0.61), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 28.5) is strong.

Is VRDN in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, VRDN 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: $23.33, 50-day SMA: $21.4.

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