Morgan Stanley analyst Sean Laaman downgraded the rating on Erasca to a Hold yesterday, setting a price target of $2.00.
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Sean Laaman has given his Hold rating due to a combination of factors related to Erasca’s current strategic position and pipeline developments. The company has recently cleared IND filings for two promising assets, ERAS-0015 and ERAS-4001, which are expected to address significant unmet medical needs. However, initial clinical data for these assets are not anticipated until 2026, which introduces a level of uncertainty in the near term.
Additionally, Erasca’s decision to seek partnership opportunities for naporafenib, with Phase 3 data expected in 2025, suggests a strategic shift that could impact future revenue streams. While the scientific potential of Erasca’s pipeline is acknowledged, the delay in clinical data and the need for strategic partnerships contribute to a more cautious outlook. As a result, Laaman sees better investment opportunities elsewhere in the current market environment, leading to the Hold rating on Erasca’s stock.
Laaman covers the Healthcare sector, focusing on stocks such as ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, and Jazz Pharmaceuticals. According to TipRanks, Laaman has an average return of 3.9% and a 58.92% success rate on recommended stocks.