Amphastar P (AMPH.US) Price Target and Rating 2026/2027

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Price history for Amphastar P (AMPH.US) – stock price at 19.73 $, August 2026
Amphastar P stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Amphastar P Price Target 2026: Analysts See 12% Upside

The average price target for Amphastar P is $22.00. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 11,51% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Amphastar P overvalued or undervalued?

Amphastar P is currently undervalued with a gap of 11.5% relative to the price target.


The current price is $19.73, which places Amphastar P in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $19.80, and overvalued when the price exceeds $24.20.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Amphastar P, the fair value range lies between $19.80 and $24.20.


See the full price target analysis for Amphastar P →

Analyst Ratings for Amphastar P stock in 2026: Buy

6 analysts cover Amphastar P. Analysts are mostly neutral — 66.7% recommend Hold. The average price target is $22.00, which gives an upside of 11.5% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (3.67/5)
Strong Buy
2 (33.3%)
Hold
4 (66.7%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
3.67 out of 5 based on 6 analysts

About Amphastar P – Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic

Amphastar Pharmaceuticals laver og sælger medicin, mest injektioner og næsespray, i USA, Kina og Frankrig. De driver forretning ved både at udvikle nye præparater og producere generisk medicin. Amphastar er især kendt for produkter som BAQSIMI, en næsespray mod alvorligt lavt blodsukker, og Primatene Mist, som folk bruger mod mild astma. De producerer også Enoxaparin, der forebygger blodpropper, og Naloxone til behandling af overdosis. Amphastar sælger også Glucagon til nødsituationer. De har altså en bred vifte af produkter, der dækker både specialbehandling og akut medicin. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Amphastar P

$ 877M Market cap
$ 721M Revenue
Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic Industry
11.85 P/E
1.22 P/S
1.14 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
Sundhed Sector

What kind of stock is Amphastar P?

Value stock

Amphastar P is classified as a value stock with a value score in the top 9% of all stocks. The P/E ratio of 11.8 points to an attractive valuation.

Score Overview for Amphastar P

💰 Value Score 91/100 (Very High)
⭐ Quality Score 49/100 (Neutral)
🚀 Momentum Score 27/100 (Low)
📊 Total Score 55/100

⚠️ 2 red flags identified 1 critical

Our analysis has identified 2 potential risk factors in Amphastar P that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ High short interest: 19.8% of the shares are sold short – many professional investors are betting on price declines.
🚨 Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 73% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

Amphastar P trades at a P/E ratio of 11.8, which is below the market average and can point to an attractive price. The P/S ratio is 1.2. The P/B ratio is 1.1. The PEG ratio is 2.77 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Amphastar P has a profit margin of 11.0% (solid) and an operating margin of 8.0%. Return on equity (ROE) is 10.4% — solid return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 5.3%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -72.5% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 6 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 4.65 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 115.4% — moderate debt.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 19.81% — very high, the market is skeptical.

Insider Trading in Amphastar P 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Amphastar P have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 1,695,738 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Lee Howard, Zhou Rong, Zhang Jack Y. and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 1 sales. A net 14,188 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 1,695,738 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Lee Howard sold 769 shares at 18 $ each on 2026-06-02.

Who is selling: Lee Howard, Zhou Rong, Zhang Jack Y., PETERS WILLIAM J, Liawatidewi Yakob and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Amphastar P (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Amphastar P. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-06-02 Lee Howard Sell 769 18 14,188
2026-03-15 Zhou Rong Sell 1,225 18 22,271
2026-03-15 Zhang Jack Y. Sell 9,784 18 177,873
2026-03-15 PETERS WILLIAM J Sell 1,973 18 35,869
2026-03-15 Liawatidewi Yakob Sell 1,033 18 18,780
2026-03-10 Zhou Rong Sell 2,215 19 41,886
2026-03-10 Zhang Jack Y. Sell 14,785 19 279,584
2026-03-10 PETERS WILLIAM J Sell 3,297 19 62,346
2026-03-10 Liawatidewi Yakob Sell 1,870 19 35,362
2026-03-06 Zhou Rong Sell 1,357 19 26,244

Who is buying and selling Amphastar P shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Lee Howard, Zhou Rong, Zhang Jack Y., PETERS WILLIAM J, Liawatidewi Yakob and others. In total, 1,695,738 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Amphastar P Short Selling 2026: 19.8% Sold Short

Very high short interest: 19.8% of the free float
Short % of free float
19.8%
Assessment
Very high short interest
Short squeeze risk
High
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a very high share of short selling. Between 10-20% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 19.8% means that 19.8% of the freely traded shares in Amphastar P have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices. On positive surprises (e.g. a strong earnings report), short sellers can be forced to buy back shares quickly to close their positions, which can cause a short squeeze with sharp price gains in a short time.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on 8/6/2026. With a short interest of 19.8%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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Amphastar P Earnings – ⚡ Reporting TODAY 8/6/2026

The next earnings date for Amphastar P is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of Amphastar P 2026 – Signal: Hold

Overall Technical Signal: Hold

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Amphastar P (AMPH.US) – RSI 55, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Amphastar P technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Amphastar P

Amphastar P is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $20.24 is 3.4% above the 20-day average ($19.58). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 3.2% above the 50-day average ($19.61). Long term, the stock is 11.6% below the 200-day average ($22.90), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (19.61) is below the 200-day average (22.90), which is a classic bearish signal for Amphastar P.

Is Amphastar P overbought or oversold?

Amphastar P has an RSI of 54.6, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for Amphastar P

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.141), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (0.053) by 0.088, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-1.197), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (-1.463) by 0.266, which suggests the negative long-term momentum is fading – a bigger trend reversal could be ahead.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The short-term trend is bullish, but the long-term trend is still bearish. Weekly momentum is rising, though, which could signal an upcoming trend reversal.

Risk Profile for Amphastar P

Amphastar P has an annual standard deviation of 55.2%, which classifies the stock as high risk. Sizeable price swings are normal, and the stock requires a higher risk tolerance.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Amphastar P

Trend: Neutral/mixed.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.141). Weekly bearish (-1.197).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly rising.

RSI: 54.6 – neutral.

Technical signal: Hold

The signals are mixed – trend and MACD point in different directions. Wait until MACD crosses the zero line in the direction of the trend before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions About Amphastar P stock in 2026

Should you buy Amphastar P stock now?
The technical signal for Amphastar P is currently NEUTRAL. Amphastar P trades at $19.73 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Hold. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.141 with rising momentum (signal: 0.053); RSI is at 54.6 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $22.00 points to 11.5% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Amphastar P stock?
The average analyst price target for Amphastar P is $22.00. The current price is $19.73, which gives an upside of 11.5%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $19.80 and $24.20.
Is Amphastar P a dividend stock?
No, Amphastar P does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Amphastar P stock?
Amphastar P is rated as a stock with high risk. the annual standard deviation is 55.2%, which classifies the stock as high risk.
Is Amphastar P overvalued?
No, Amphastar P is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (11.5% upside). Amphastar P has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 11.8 (moderately valued), a P/S ratio of 1.2, a P/B ratio of 1.1. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 11.5%.
Is Amphastar P overbought?
No, Amphastar P is not overbought. RSI is at 54.6 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 54.6 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 0.8% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Amphastar P earnings report?
Amphastar P reports earnings TODAY, August 6, 2026! The stock currently trades at $19.73. Watch how the price reacts after the release. With a P/E ratio of 11.8, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Amphastar P shorted?
Yes, Amphastar P is shorted with 19.8% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Amphastar P stock?
No, insiders are not buying Amphastar P shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 14,188 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 1,695,738 $ sold. Active sellers include Lee Howard, Zhou Rong, Zhang Jack Y. and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Amphastar P a good stock?
Based on our total score, Amphastar P is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 56 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 91/100, Quality: 49/100, Momentum: 27/100. In addition: analysts see 11.5% upside to the price target; technical signal: Hold. Whether Amphastar P is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Amphastar P stock?
The outlook for Amphastar P based on current data: the average analyst price target is $22.00 (+11.5%); the next earnings report is due on 8/6/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 11.8 (low – a possible value stock). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Amphastar P stock moving?
Amphastar P is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); short interest is 19.8% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Amphastar P go?
The average analyst price target for Amphastar P is $22.00, which corresponds to a potential gain of 11.5% from the current price of $19.73. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Amphastar P fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Amphastar P. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Amphastar P do?
Amphastar Pharmaceuticals laver og sælger medicin, mest injektioner og næsespray, i USA, Kina og Frankrig. De driver forretning ved både at udvikle nye præparater og producere generisk medicin. Amphastar er især kendt for produkter som BAQSIMI, en næsespray mod alvorligt lavt ... The company belongs to the Sundhed sector, more specifically the Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Amphastar P as an investment.
Did Amphastar P raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Amphastar P. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Amphastar P making money or losing money?
Yes, Amphastar P is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 11.0% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 8.0%. At a P/E ratio of 11.8, you currently pay 11.8 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Amphastar P go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Amphastar P is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 4.65 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 115% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Amphastar P have a lot of debt?
Amphastar P has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 115%. For the sundhed sector, 80-150% counts as a typical level. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Amphastar P service its debt? Can service its debt, but it weighs on the company — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 2.5x, and net debt equals 2.6 years of earnings (EBITDA).