PACBPacific Biosciences of California (PACB) exhibits mixed signals. While its long-read sequencing technology remains a key differentiator in a growing genomics market, recent performance and technical indicators suggest a cautious approach. The company is in a transition phase, and investors should monitor upcoming earnings and product development closely.
PACB is positioned in the rapidly advancing genomics and biotechnology sectors, driven by advancements in personalized medicine, diagnostics, and agricultural science. The demand for long-read sequencing technology, which PACB specializes in, is expected to grow as researchers tackle more complex genomic challenges.
PACB is currently unprofitable, with negative earnings per share and net income. Revenue has fluctuated, and the company is burning through cash. While the balance sheet remains somewhat solvent, significant improvements in profitability and cash flow are needed for a stronger fundamental outlook.
PACB's technicals show a stock that has been in a significant downtrend over the past year but has recently shown some stabilization. Key moving averages are mixed, and oscillators are largely neutral, suggesting a period of consolidation or a potential for a minor bounce. Resistance levels are a key factor to watch.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Genomics & Biotechnology Growth | 90 |
| Healthcare Innovation | 85 |
| Competitive Landscape | 60 |
| Regulatory Tailwinds/Headwinds | 70 |
| Partnerships & Collaborations | 80 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 30 |
| Profitability | 5 |
| Growth | 20 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 30 |
| Cash Flow | 15 |
| Debt Level | 40 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 30 |
| Momentum | 55 |
| Support & Resistance | 60 |
| Volume | 50 |
| MACD | 55 |
Attractive Trailing Price-to-Sales
The trailing Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio of 3.9 is lower than the 5-year average of 4.1, suggesting potential undervaluation.
Forward Price-to-Sales Improvement
The forward Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for 2025 is projected to be 2.6, indicating an expected improvement in sales valuation.
Significant EPS Misses and Volatility
EPS estimates have been frequently missed, with substantial negative surprises in Q2 2025 (-661.9%) and Q3 2024 (-175.13%), indicating unpredictable earnings.
Negative Net Income and Margins
The company has consistently reported negative Net Income from 2021 to 2024, with net margins also negative across all periods, signaling ongoing unprofitability.
August 2025
8
Next Earnings Date
H: $-0.14
A: $-0.17
L: $-0.18
H: 37.59M
A: 36.47M
L: 34.00M
Pacific Biosciences of California, Inc. designs, develops, and manufactures sequencing solution to resolve genetically complex problems. The company provides sequencing systems; consumable products, including single molecule real-time (SMRT) technology; long-read sequencing; and various reagent kits designed for specific workflow, such as preparation kit to convert DNA into SMRTbell double-stranded DNA library formats, including molecular biology reagents, such as ligase, buffers, and exonucleases. It also offers binding kits, such as modified DNA polymerase used to bind SMRTbell libraries to the polymerase in preparation for sequencing; and sequencing kits comprise reagents required for on-instrument, real-time sequencing, including the phospholinked nucleotides. In addition, the company provides Revio, Vega, Sequel, Sequel II, and Sequel IIe instruments which conduct, monitor, and analyze single-molecule biochemical reactions in real time; SBB short-read sequencing; onso instrument conducts, monitors, and analyzes SBB biochemical reactions; and SBB consumable, including flow cells, clustering, and sequencing reagent kits. It serves academic and governmental research institutions; commercial testing and service laboratories; genome centers; public health labs, hospitals and clinical research institutes, and contract research organizations; pharmaceutical companies; and agricultural companies. The company markets its products through a sales force and distribution partners in Australia, certain parts of Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Central America, and South America. The company was formerly known as Nanofluidics, Inc. and changed its name to Pacific Biosciences of California, Inc. in 2005. Pacific Biosciences of California, Inc. was incorporated in 2000 and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.
2.06 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for PACB have a max estimate of 3.00 and a min estimate of 1.25.