ARCT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ARCT - Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc. Common Stock
$13.45
2.46 (22.38%)
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5d:
+63.43%
30d:
+132.3%
90d:
+91.6%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR BETTER ENTRY: ARCT is 52.7% above its trading range ($8.81). While momentum could continue, risk/reward favors waiting for a pullback.
⏸️ WAIT FOR BETTER ENTRY: ARCT is 52.7% above its trading range ($8.81). While momentum could continue, risk/reward favors waiting for a pullback.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ARCT is currently trading at $13.45, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $5.27 to $8.81.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ARCT is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $13.50. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 22.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: ARCT scores 15/100 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 $20.20 (+50.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ARCT is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $13.50. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 22.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: ARCT scores 15/100 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 $20.20 (+50.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$5.27 -
$8.81
Company Quality Score
36/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
21.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price significantly overextended (+52.7% above its trading range)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (15/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+22.4%)
- BULLISH: Trading 50.2% below Wall St target ($20.20)
- WARNING: Pump-risk flag — this pattern historically reverses hard
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$5.27 -
$8.81
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$6.87
Resistance Level
$13.50
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
-3.62
Wall Street Target
$20.20
(+50.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-89.5%
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 9:59 PM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 10:59 PM
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