Arcturus Therapeutics (ARCT.US) Price Target and Rating 2026/2027

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Price history for Arcturus Therapeutics (ARCT.US) – stock price at 0.00 $, August 2026
Arcturus Therapeutics stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 24, 2026.
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Arcturus Therapeutics 2026 Price Target

The average price target for Arcturus Therapeutics is $20.20. 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 0% 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 Arcturus Therapeutics overvalued or undervalued?

Arcturus Therapeutics is currently fairly valued with a gap of 0% relative to the price target.


The current price is $0.00, which places Arcturus Therapeutics in the fairly valued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $18.18, and overvalued when the price exceeds $22.22.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Arcturus Therapeutics, the fair value range lies between $18.18 and $22.22.


See the full price target analysis for Arcturus Therapeutics →

Analyst Ratings for Arcturus Therapeutics stock in 2026: Strong Buy

11 analysts cover Arcturus Therapeutics. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 100% recommend buying.

Consensus: Strong Buy (4.73/5)
Strong Buy
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4.73 out of 5 based on 11 analysts

About Arcturus Therapeutics – Bioteknologi

Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc., a messenger RNA medicines company, focuses on the development of liver and respiratory rare disease therapeutics. Its technology platforms include STARR, a self-amplifying mRNA technology platform, and LUNAR, a lipid-mediated delivery system. The company also develops ARCT-032 (LUNAR-CF), an mRNA therapeutic candidate for cystic fibrosis that is in Phase 2 clinical development; and ARCT-810 (LUNAR-OTC), which is in Phase 2 clinical development to address ornithine transcarbamylase (OTC) deficiency. In addition, it develops KOSTAIVE, a self-amplifying RNA vaccine for COVID-19; ARCT-2138 (LUNAR-FLU), which is in Phase1 clinical trial for the treatment of seasonal influenza; and ARCT-2304 (LUNAR-H5N1) that is in Phase1 clinical trial for the treatment of Pandemic Influenza. Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc. was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Arcturus Therapeutics

$ 382M Market cap
$ 29.4M Revenue
Bioteknologi Industry
- P/E
13.02 P/S
2.22 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Arcturus Therapeutics?

Speculative stock

Arcturus Therapeutics is classified as a speculative stock.

Score Overview for Arcturus Therapeutics

💰 Value Score 20/100 (Low)
⭐ Quality Score 8/100 (Very Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 41/100 (Neutral)
📊 Total Score 23/100

⚠️ 4 red flags identified 4 critical

Our analysis has identified 4 potential risk factors in Arcturus Therapeutics that investors should be aware of.

🚨 Weak financial health: The Piotroski score is only 1/9 – the company shows signs of weakened profitability, liquidity or capital structure.
🚨 Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is -2.10 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.
🚨 Negative return on equity: ROE is -46.3% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.
🚨 High short interest: 31.5% of the shares are sold short – many professional investors are betting on price declines.

📈 Valuation

The P/S ratio is 13.0 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 2.2.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 1 out of 9 — weak financial health, be careful. Altman Z2 is -2.10 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 42.8% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 31.54% — very high, the market is skeptical.

Insider Trading in Arcturus Therapeutics 2026: The Signal Is mostly negative

In 2026, insiders at Arcturus Therapeutics have made 20 transactions – split into 1 purchases and 19 sales. On a net basis, insiders took 6,582,058 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include SASSINE ANDY, Chivukula Pad, Kummerfeld Keith C.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): No activity

There has been no insider trading in the last 3 months.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 1 purchases and 19 sales. A net 6,582,058 $ out of the stock.

Latest purchase: SASSINE ANDY bought 1,223 shares at 17 $ each on 2023-08-15. The stock has since fallen 22.6%.

Latest sale: SASSINE ANDY sold 1,238 shares at 17 $ each on 2025-08-15.

Who is buying: SASSINE ANDY.

Who is selling: SASSINE ANDY, Chivukula Pad, Kummerfeld Keith C.

Latest Insider Trades in Arcturus Therapeutics (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Arcturus Therapeutics. 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 ($) Total amount ($)
2025-08-15 SASSINE ANDY Sell 1,238 17 20,501
2024-10-15 Chivukula Pad Sell 12,000 21 249,120
2024-06-12 SASSINE ANDY Sell 50,000 32 1,601,500
2024-06-05 Chivukula Pad Sell 114 45 5,130
2024-06-03 Chivukula Pad Sell 26,000 40 1,040,260
2024-03-25 Chivukula Pad Sell 17,435 35 610,574
2024-03-19 Chivukula Pad Sell 8,565 35 299,861
2023-11-01 Chivukula Pad Sell 5,000 19 93,600
2023-10-02 Chivukula Pad Sell 5,000 26 128,050
2023-09-01 Chivukula Pad Sell 5,000 31 157,250

Who is buying and selling Arcturus Therapeutics shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Arcturus Therapeutics: SASSINE ANDY. In total, 21,244 $ was bought across 1 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: SASSINE ANDY, Chivukula Pad, Kummerfeld Keith C. In total, 6,603,301 $ was sold across 19 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.

Arcturus Therapeutics Short Selling 2026: 31.5% Sold Short

Extremely shorted: 31.5% of the free float
Short % of free float
31.5%
Assessment
Extremely shorted
Short squeeze risk
Very High
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has an extremely high share of short selling. More than 20% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is unusual and can point to great skepticism among institutional investors. The risk of a short squeeze on positive news is considerable.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 31.5% means that 31.5% of the freely traded shares in Arcturus Therapeutics 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.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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31.5%

When Does Arcturus Therapeutics Report Earnings?

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



Technical Analysis of Arcturus Therapeutics 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 24, 2026.

Technical analysis of Arcturus Therapeutics (ARCT.US) – RSI 90, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Arcturus Therapeutics technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 24, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc

Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $13.45 is 79.0% above the 20-day average ($7.51). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 90.2% above the 50-day average ($7.07). Long term, the stock is 82.1% above the 200-day average ($7.39), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (7.07) is below the 200-day average (7.39), which is a classic bearish signal for Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc.

Is Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc overbought or oversold?

Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc has an RSI of 89.5, which places the stock in overbought territory (above 70). With a neutral trend, the overbought level can signal an upcoming pullback.

MACD Analysis for Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (1.168), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (0.526) by 0.642, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-0.342), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (-0.710) by 0.368, 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 Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc

Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc has an annual standard deviation of 90.2%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative. Only risk-tolerant investors should consider this stock, because the price swings can be very large.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc

Trend: Neutral/mixed.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (1.168). Weekly bearish (-0.342).

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

RSI: 89.5 – overbought.

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 Arcturus Therapeutics stock in 2026

Should you buy Arcturus Therapeutics stock now?
The technical signal for Arcturus Therapeutics is currently NEUTRAL. Arcturus Therapeutics trades at $0.00 as of 8/24/2026. The overall technical signal is: Hold. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 1.168 with rising momentum (signal: 0.526); RSI is at 89.5 (overbought), suggesting the price may have risen too quickly. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Arcturus Therapeutics stock?
There is currently no active analyst price target for Arcturus Therapeutics.
Is Arcturus Therapeutics a dividend stock?
No, Arcturus Therapeutics does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Arcturus Therapeutics stock?
Arcturus Therapeutics is rated as a stock in the risk category Extremely speculative. the annual standard deviation is 90.2%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative. In addition, an RSI of 89.5 signals overbought (elevated risk of a pullback).
Is Arcturus Therapeutics overvalued?
Arcturus Therapeutics has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 13.0, a P/B ratio of 2.2.
Is Arcturus Therapeutics overbought?
Yes, Arcturus Therapeutics is overbought with an RSI of 89.5 (above 70). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 89.5 (above the 70 mark), which signals the price is overbought and may have risen too quickly. In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Arcturus Therapeutics earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Arcturus Therapeutics has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Arcturus Therapeutics shorted?
Yes, Arcturus Therapeutics is shorted with 31.5% of the free float sold short. This is an extremely high level of short selling, which points to great skepticism among institutional investors. The risk of a short squeeze on positive news or earnings is very high. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Arcturus Therapeutics stock?
No, insiders are not buying Arcturus Therapeutics shares – they are net sellers. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 1 purchases and 19 sales, with a net 6,582,058 $ sold. Active sellers include SASSINE ANDY, Chivukula Pad, Kummerfeld Keith C. 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 Arcturus Therapeutics a good stock?
Based on our total score, Arcturus Therapeutics is rated as a poor stock with a total score of 23 out of 100. The stock scores below average on value, quality and momentum – it sits at the lower end of the market. The score is made up of Value: 20/100, Quality: 8/100, Momentum: 41/100. In addition: technical signal: Hold. Whether Arcturus Therapeutics 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 Arcturus Therapeutics stock?
The outlook for Arcturus Therapeutics based on current data: Detailed data is currently not available. 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 Arcturus Therapeutics stock moving?
Arcturus Therapeutics is moving right now. The technical indicators show: MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); short interest is 31.5% (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 Arcturus Therapeutics go?
There is currently no active analyst price target for Arcturus Therapeutics. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Arcturus Therapeutics fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Arcturus Therapeutics. 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 Arcturus Therapeutics do?
Arcturus Therapeutics Holdings Inc., a messenger RNA medicines company, focuses on the development of liver and respiratory rare disease therapeutics. Its technology platforms include STARR, a self-amplifying mRNA technology platform, and LUNAR, a lipid-mediated delivery syste... The company belongs to the Healthcare sector, more specifically the Bioteknologi industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Arcturus Therapeutics as an investment.
Did Arcturus Therapeutics raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Arcturus Therapeutics. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Arcturus Therapeutics making money or losing money?
We have no current profitability data for Arcturus Therapeutics. See the latest report in the earnings history above.
Can Arcturus Therapeutics go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Arcturus Therapeutics is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -2.10 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 1 — which is weak. Debt relative to equity is 43% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Arcturus Therapeutics have a lot of debt?
No, Arcturus Therapeutics has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 43%. For the healthcare sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. In healthcare, 80-150% is typical — large pharma companies carry debt for research and acquisitions. 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.