Knight Therapeutics faces a significant earnings miss, raising questions about future performance.
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Knight Therapeutics Inc.
GUD.TO
GUD.TO
Knight Therapeutics Inc.
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$949.90M
P/E
64.5x
52W high
$10.17
52W low
$5.66
1W change
+4.69%
Beta
0.05
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering GUD
Wall Street analysts forecast GUD stock price to rise 11.4% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$11.19
+11.4% Upside
Current Price
C$10.04
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on GUD's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
33.5%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
32.8%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+36.7%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$11.45
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1ฯ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$10.49 | C$9.34 โ C$11.78 |
| 60 trading days | C$10.96 | C$9.30 โ C$12.91 |
| 90 trading days | C$11.45 | C$9.37 โ C$13.99 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ยฑ1ฯ, 95% band = ยฑ2ฯ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Analyst coverage: 1 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 2 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-06 | -0.0264 | 0.0300 | -188.0% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-06 | 0.1389 | 0.0100 | +1289.0% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-03-19 | 0.1000 | 0.0100 | +900.0% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-06 | -0.0100 | 0.0200 | -150.0% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-07 | -0.0900 | 0.0200 | -550.0% |
| 2025-03-31 | 2025-05-08 | 0.0300 | -0.0100 | +400.0% |
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Knight Therapeutics Inc. (TSX: GUD) reported its Q2 2026 earnings on August 6, 2026, and the results were disappointing, with an earnings per share (EPS) of -0.0264, missing the consensus estimate of 0.03 by a staggering 188.0%. This marks a notable deviation in performance, especially following two consecutive quarters of positive surprises.
Investor takeaway: The substantial earnings miss could impact investor sentiment and raise concerns over Knight's operational efficiency and future growth prospects. Investors should keep an eye on upcoming analyst revisions and market responses as the company navigates this setback.
EPS Miss of 188% Raises Red Flags
Knight's EPS of -0.0264 starkly contrasts with the expected 0.03, highlighting operational difficulties and potential market challenges ahead.
Bull case
Knight has shown it can bounce back, with two of the last four quarters delivering significant positive surprises. The company is focusing on strategic acquisitions and licensing, which could strengthen its product lineup and boost future revenue growth.
Bear case
The recent earnings miss raises concerns about the company's operational challenges and market positioning. With a low profit margin of 2.72% and a high P/E ratio of 162.67, there are signs of overvaluation. Continued earnings misses could lead to a decline in investor confidence.
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