Wave Life Sciences Ltd (WVE)

Currency in USD
4.350
-0.090(-2.03%)
Closed·
4.367+0.017(+0.40%)
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Trading near 52-week Low
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Fair Value
Day's Range
4.3104.475
52 wk Range
4.31021.730
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
4.35
Open
4.42
Day's Range
4.31-4.475
52 wk Range
4.31-21.73
Volume
4.41M
Average Vol. (3m)
3.04M
1-Year Change
-36.865%
Book Value / Share
2.36
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
18.529
Upside
+325.96%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
RSI suggests the stock is in oversold territory

Wave Life Sciences Ltd News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Sell

Analyst Ratings

16 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
17 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 18.529
(+325.96% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Mizuho
Buy23.00+428.74%27.00MaintainAug 04, 2026
H.C. Wainwright
Buy13.00+198.85%-MaintainAug 03, 2026
B.Riley
Buy22.00+405.75%31.00MaintainJul 31, 2026
H.C. Wainwright
Buy13.00+198.85%-MaintainJun 11, 2026
Wells Fargo
Buy14.00+221.84%13.00MaintainMay 20, 2026

Wave Life Sciences Ltd SWOT Analysis


Financial Health
Discover Wave's financial landscape, balancing a healthy current ratio against rapid cash burn, as it navigates critical development stages in the biotech secto
Market Positioning
Learn how Wave aims to differentiate itself in competitive markets through less frequent dosing and novel mechanisms, with analyst price targets ranging from $9 to $36
Clinical Milestones
Delve into Wave's pipeline progress, with key data readouts expected in 2025 for AATD and obesity programs, potentially validating its RNA editing platform
RNA Editing Pionee
Explore Wave Life Sciences' innovative approach to genetic medicine, leveraging RNA editing technology for potential breakthroughs in AATD, obesity, and other disorders
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Wave Life Sciences Ltd Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Wave Life Sciences posted Q2 2026 loss of $0.34/share vs. $0.30 estimate; revenue fell 73.6% to $2.3M, missing $7.65M forecast by 70%.
  • R&D spending rose 18% to $51.3M and G&A jumped 37.8% to $24.8M as company advanced WVE-007, WVE-006, and WVE-008 pipeline programs.
  • Company holds $490.6M in cash, sufficient to fund operations through Q3 2028; expects GSK milestone payments in H2 2026.
  • FDA granted meeting for late summer to discuss potential accelerated approval pathway for WVE-006 in AATD; WVE-007 Phase IIa enrollment ongoing.
  • Shares fell 2.75% to $5.65, near 52-week low of $5.02; stock down 66% YTD despite analyst price targets ranging from $12 to $43.
Last Updated: 07/30/2026, 09:59 AM
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Earnings

Latest Release
Jul 30, 2026
EPS / Forecast
-0.34 / -0.30
Revenue / Forecast
2.3M / 7.65M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

WVE Income Statement

Compare WVE to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
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Peers
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P/E Ratio
−4.2x−6.7x−0.4x
PEG Ratio
0.150.390.00
Price / Book
1.9x1.9x2.6x
Price / LTM Sales
13.1x27.6x3.0x
Upside (Analyst Target)
326.0%68.0%54.5%
Fair Value Upside
Unlock−3.7%7.2%Unlock

Wave Life Sciences, Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company, focuses on unlocking the potential of ribonucleic acid (RNA) medicines to transform human health. Its RNA medicines platform, PRISM, combines RNA medicine modalities, chemistry innovation, and deep insights in human genetics to deliver scientific breakthroughs that treat rare and common disorders. Its pipeline focuses on obesity (WVE-007), alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) (WVE-006), and PNPLA3 I148M liver disease (WVE-008) programs; and clinical programs for Duchenne muscular dystrophy and Huntington’s disease, as well as various preclinical programs utilizing its RNA medicines platform. Wave Life Sciences, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
48.03M24.37%208.92M
Other Institutional Investors
176.63M75.63%768.36M
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
224.66M100.00%977.28M

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
RA Capital Healthcare Fund, L.P.13.69%26,975,505117,343
RA Capital Management, L.P.13.69%26,975,505117,343

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FAQ

What Is the Wave Life Sciences Ltd (WVE) Stock Price Today?

The Wave Life Sciences Ltd stock price today is 4.350 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Wave Life Sciences Ltd Trade On?

Wave Life Sciences Ltd is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Wave Life Sciences Ltd?

The stock symbol for Wave Life Sciences Ltd is "WVE."

What Is the Wave Life Sciences Ltd Market Cap?

As of today, Wave Life Sciences Ltd market cap is 857.160M USD.

What Is Wave Life Sciences Ltd's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Wave Life Sciences Ltd EPS (TTM) is -1.077.

When Is the Next Wave Life Sciences Ltd Earnings Date?

Wave Life Sciences Ltd will release its next earnings report on Nov 05, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is WVE a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Wave Life Sciences Ltd Stock Split?

Wave Life Sciences Ltd has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Wave Life Sciences Ltd Have?

Wave Life Sciences Ltd has 317 employees.

What is the current trading status of Wave Life Sciences Ltd (WVE)?

As of Sep 21, 2026, Wave Life Sciences Ltd (WVE) is trading at a price of 4.350 USD, with a previous close of 4.350 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 4.310 USD to 4.475 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 4.310 USD to 21.730 USD.

What Is Wave Life Sciences Ltd (WVE) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Wave Life Sciences Ltd is 18.529 USD, with a high estimate of 42 USD and a low estimate of 10 USD. 16 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Strong Buy. The stock has an +325.96% Upside potential.

What Is the WVE Premarket Price?

WVE's last pre-market stock price is 4.470 USD. The pre-market share volume is 100,850.000, and the stock has decreased by 0.030, or 0.680%.

What Is the WVE After Hours Price?

WVE's last after hours stock price is 4.367 USD, the stock has decreased by 0.017, or 0.400%.
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