Exelixis (EXEL)
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Rating:85Outperform
Price Target:
$60.00
▲(33.66% Upside)
Action:Reiterated
Date:05/30/26
EXEL scores highly primarily on strong financial performance (high margins, low leverage, and robust free cash flow) and a favorable earnings update with reiterated 2026 guidance, strong CABOMETYX momentum, and significant buybacks. Technicals also support the score with an established uptrend and positive momentum. Valuation is reasonable (P/E ~15.95) but without dividend yield support, while near-term risks center on rising gross-to-net and dependence on upcoming pipeline readouts.
Positive Factors
Cash generation
Consistently strong operating cash flow and near‑par free cash flow convertibility provide durable funding for R&D, buybacks, and potential M&A. High cash conversion reduces refinancing risk and supports ongoing capital returns and clinical programs over the next 2–6 months.
Negative Factors
Rising gross‑to‑net deductions
Higher gross‑to‑net reduces net realized product revenue and can persist if payer mix or assistance programs continue. Over time this compresses cash receipts and effective price per unit, limiting upside from volume gains and pressuring margin sustainability.
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Positive Factors
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Cash generation
Consistently strong operating cash flow and near‑par free cash flow convertibility provide durable funding for R&D, buybacks, and potential M&A. High cash conversion reduces refinancing risk and supports ongoing capital returns and clinical programs over the next 2–6 months.
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Exelixis Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Any
Revenue by Geography
Shows how sales are distributed across different markets and countries. For Exelixis, geographic splits reveal dependency on core markets versus international partners, helping investors assess exposure to market-specific demand, pricing pressure, and reimbursement changes.
Shows how sales are distributed across different markets and countries. For Exelixis, geographic splits reveal dependency on core markets versus international partners, helping investors assess exposure to market-specific demand, pricing pressure, and reimbursement changes.
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Market Cap
$13.32B
Dividend YieldN/A
Average Volume (3M)2.74M
Price to Earnings (P/E)16.1
Beta (1Y)0.89
Revenue Growth3.33%
EPS Growth38.64%
CountryUS
Employees1,147
SectorHealthcare
Sector Strength45
IndustryBiotechnology
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)3.12
Shares Outstanding251,355,090
10 Day Avg. Volume2,324,126
30 Day Avg. Volume2,740,739
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.25
Price to Book (P/B)5.48
Price to Sales (P/S)5.10
P/FCF Ratio14.02
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.98
Enterprise Value/Revenue5.49
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit5.69
Enterprise Value/Ebitda12.85
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$47.70Price Target Upside6.26% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
EPS Forecast (FY)3.52
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.60B
Exelixis Business Overview & Revenue Model
Company Description
Exelixis, Inc. operates as a biotechnology firm dedicated to combating cancer, primarily focusing on the identification, advancement, and marketing of novel oncological treatments within the United States. Its portfolio of commercially available t...
How the Company Makes Money
Exelixis generates revenue primarily from product sales of its marketed oncology therapies, with CABOMETYX (cabozantinib) representing the company’s core commercial product and COMETRIQ (cabozantinib) also contributing. In addition to product reve...
Exelixis Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 05, 2026
(Q1-2026)
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Next Earnings Date:Aug 05, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call conveyed strong commercial momentum for CABOMETYX (double-digit global growth, notable TRx and market share gains), solid profitability and cash position, active share repurchases, and substantial advancement of ZANZA with one positive pivotal result (20% OS risk reduction in STELLAR-303 ITT) and multiple ongoing pivotal trials across tumor types. Offsetting these positives were increased gross-to-net deductions (30.2%), a materially higher tax provision, reliance on several upcoming readouts (some immature or timing‑sensitive), and broader development complexity highlighted by a competitive miss in a related triplet program. On balance, operational and commercial strengths and a broad, advancing pipeline materially outweigh the near-term execution and regulatory uncertainties.Positive Updates
Strong topline and cabozantinib franchise revenue growth
Total revenue of approximately $611 million in Q1 2026; U.S. cabo franchise net product revenues grew 8% year-over-year to $555 million; global cabo franchise net product revenues grew 12.5% year-over-year to $764 million. CABOMETYX net product revenues were $552.8 million (including $3.6 million in clinical trial sales).
Negative Updates
Increased gross-to-net deductions pressure net revenue
Gross-to-net for the cabozantinib franchise rose to 30.2% in 2026 (higher than 2025), driven primarily by higher 340B volume, increased Medicare Part D discounts and rebates, and greater co-pay assistance—reducing net realized revenue from product sales.
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Q1-2026 Updates
Positive
Negative
Strong topline and cabozantinib franchise revenue growth
Total revenue of approximately $611 million in Q1 2026; U.S. cabo franchise net product revenues grew 8% year-over-year to $555 million; global cabo franchise net product revenues grew 12.5% year-over-year to $764 million. CABOMETYX net product revenues were $552.8 million (including $3.6 million in clinical trial sales).
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Company Guidance
The company reiterated its full‑year 2026 financial guidance (see slide 16) and reported Q1 results that support that outlook: total revenues of approximately $611 million, U.S. cabo franchise net product revenues up 8% year‑over‑year to $555 million (CABOMETYX net product revenues $552.8 million, including $3.6 million in clinical trial sales), and global cabo franchise net product revenues of $764 million (+12.5% YoY); CABOMETYX TRx volume grew 14% vs Q1 2025 while the oral TKI market basket grew 7% and CABOMETYX market share rose from 44% to 47%. Financial metrics included a cabo gross‑to‑net of 30.2%, trade inventory of 2.1 weeks on hand, royalties of ~$45.9 million, total operating expenses of ~$359 million (vs $363 million prior year), GAAP net income of ~$210.5 million (EPS $0.81 basic/$0.79 diluted) and non‑GAAP net income of ~$232.8 million (EPS $0.90/$0.87) excluding ~$22.3 million of stock‑based compensation, cash and marketable securities of ~$1.4 billion, and aggressive capital returns with ~$430.8 million of share repurchases (~10 million shares at an average $42.99), $159.4 million remaining under the prior $750 million plan and a new $50 million authorization through 12/31/2027.Exelixis Financial Statement Overview
Summary
Income Statement
92
Very Positive
Balance Sheet
86
Very Positive
Cash Flow
90
Very Positive
| Breakdown | TTM | Dec 2025 | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 2.38B | 2.32B | 2.17B | 1.83B | 1.61B | 1.43B |
| Gross Profit | 2.29B | 2.24B | 2.09B | 1.76B | 1.55B | 1.38B |
| EBITDA | 1.02B | 921.76M | 718.75M | 283.24M | 255.23M | 307.78M |
| Net Income | 833.42M | 782.57M | 521.27M | 207.76M | 182.28M | 231.06M |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 2.59B | 2.84B | 2.95B | 2.94B | 3.07B | 2.62B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 777.21M | 1.06B | 1.11B | 995.30M | 1.31B | 1.47B |
| Total Debt | 169.54M | 173.04M | 190.82M | 189.94M | 190.17M | 51.27M |
| Total Liabilities | 657.85M | 683.10M | 703.49M | 678.45M | 583.06M | 405.62M |
| Stockholders Equity | 1.94B | 2.16B | 2.24B | 2.26B | 2.49B | 2.21B |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 916.41M | 844.34M | 633.79M | 170.35M | 224.16M | 336.58M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 924.67M | 884.27M | 699.97M | 333.32M | 362.61M | 400.80M |
| Investing Cash Flow | 249.61M | 350.44M | -116.78M | -26.95M | -524.41M | -42.88M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -1.13B | -969.59M | -628.81M | -546.05M | 586.00K | -14.80M |
Exelixis Technical Analysis
Positive
44.89
Price Trends
48.20
Positive
45.45
Positive
43.34
Positive
Market Momentum
1.37
Positive
56.55
Neutral
66.73
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For EXEL, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 44.89 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 51.25, below the 50-day MA of 48.20, and above the 200-day MA of 43.34, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of 1.37 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 56.55 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 66.73 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for EXEL.
Exelixis Risk Analysis
Exelixis disclosed 31 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Exelixis reported the most risks in the "Legal & Regulatory" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 0 New Risks
Exelixis Peers Comparison
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (51)
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
85 Outperform | $13.32B | 16.15 | 40.21% | ― | 3.33% | 38.64% | |
84 Outperform | $20.37B | 13.89 | 29.31% | ― | 21.48% | 1853.63% | |
83 Outperform | $8.45B | 23.59 | 126.27% | ― | 39.12% | -24.20% | |
71 Outperform | $10.76B | 39.48 | 4.41% | ― | 12.53% | -49.09% | |
62 Neutral | $13.93B | 24.23 | -5641.90% | ― | 155.14% | ― | |
54 Neutral | $13.32B | -17.88 | 36.00% | ― | 355.17% | -6.09% | |
51 Neutral | $7.86B | -0.30 | -43.30% | 2.27% | 22.53% | -2.21% |
* Healthcare Sector Average
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Exelixis Corporate Events
Business Operations and StrategyExecutive/Board ChangesShareholder Meetings
Exelixis Shareholders Approve Equity Plan and Board Slate
Positive
May 29, 2026
On May 26, 2026, Exelixis held its annual meeting of stockholders via live webcast, where shareholders approved an amendment and restatement of the company’s 2017 Equity Incentive Plan, which became effective immediately upon approval. The m...
Business Operations and StrategyStock BuybackFinancial Disclosures
Exelixis Posts Strong Q1 Results, Expands Share Buybacks
Positive
May 5, 2026
On May 5, 2026, Exelixis reported first quarter 2026 revenues of $610.8 million, up from $555.4 million a year earlier, driven by higher U.S. cabozantinib net product sales of $555.0 million and increased collaboration revenues. GAAP net income ro...
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