Fate Therapeutics (FATE.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 115% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Fate Therapeutics stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Fate Therapeutics Price Target 2026: Analysts See 116% Upside

The average price target for Fate Therapeutics is $5.41. 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 115,97% 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 Fate Therapeutics overvalued or undervalued?

Fate Therapeutics is currently undervalued with a gap of 116% relative to the price target.


The current price is $2.51, which places Fate Therapeutics in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $4.87, and overvalued when the price exceeds $5.95.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Fate Therapeutics, the fair value range lies between $4.87 and $5.95.


See the full price target analysis for Fate Therapeutics →

Analyst Ratings for Fate Therapeutics stock in 2026: Buy

12 analysts cover Fate Therapeutics. Analysts are mostly neutral — 50% recommend Hold. The average price target is $5.41, which gives an upside of 116% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (3.92/5)
Strong Buy
5 (41.7%)
Buy
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Hold
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Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
3.92 out of 5 based on 12 analysts

About Fate Therapeutics – Bioteknologi

Fate Therapeutics er et biofarmaceutisk firma, der udvikler cellebaserede immunterapier mod kræft og autoimmune sygdomme. De laver programmerede cellebehandlinger, hvor de især bruger NK- og T-celler. De tjener penge ved at udvikle disse celleprodukter til klinisk brug i USA og internationalt. Blandt deres behandlinger finder man FT576, som er målrettet myelomatose, og FT522, der behandler B-celle lymfom. De har også et samarbejde med Ono Pharmaceutical om at kommercialisere deres iPSC-afledte CAR T-cellekandidater. Fate Therapeutics blev grundlagt i 2007 og har hovedkvarter i San Diego. De driver flere CAR T-celleprogrammer, for eksempel FT819 mod lupus. Fate Therapeutics fokuserer på at levere celleterapier, der er klar til brug. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Fate Therapeutics

$ 300M Market cap
$ 6,3M Revenue
Bioteknologi Industry
- P/E
47.43 P/S
1.59 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
Sundhed Sector

What kind of stock is Fate Therapeutics?

Momentum stock

Fate Therapeutics is classified as a momentum stock with a momentum score in the top 7% of all stocks. The price has risen 0.0% over the long term.

Score Overview for Fate Therapeutics

💰 Value Score 21/100 (Low)
⭐ Quality Score 15/100 (Very Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 93/100 (Very High)
📊 Total Score 43/100

⚠️ 3 red flags identified 2 critical

Our analysis has identified 3 potential risk factors in Fate Therapeutics that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ Weak financial health: The Piotroski score is only 3/9 – the company shows signs of weakened profitability, liquidity or capital structure.
🚨 Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is -15.76 – 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 -55.5% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.

📈 Valuation

The P/S ratio is 47.4 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 1.6.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 3 out of 9 — weak financial health, be careful. Altman Z2 is -15.76 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 38.3% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 7.11% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

Insider Trading in Fate Therapeutics 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Fate Therapeutics have made 20 transactions – split into 4 purchases and 16 sales. On a net basis, insiders put 638,711 $ into the stock, which is a positive signal. Active insiders include TAHL CINDY, RASTETTER WILLIAM H, EPSTEIN ROBERT S 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 2 sales. A net 102,528 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly positive

Insiders have bought considerably more than they have sold. This suggests several key people see value in the stock.

Across the last 20 transactions: 4 purchases and 16 sales. A net 638,711 $ into the stock.

Latest purchase: TAHL CINDY bought 122,220 shares at 1 $ each on 2026-05-06. The stock has since risen 147.6%.

Latest sale: Valamehr Bahram sold 28,946 shares at 2 $ each on 2026-05-20.

Who is buying: TAHL CINDY, RASTETTER WILLIAM H, EPSTEIN ROBERT S, Redmile Group, Llc.

Who is selling: Valamehr Bahram, TAHL CINDY, Cindy Tahl, Bahram Valamehr, Jerome Charles Bressi and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Fate Therapeutics (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Fate 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 ($) Total amount ($)
2026-05-20 Valamehr Bahram Sell 28,946 2 54,418
2026-05-20 TAHL CINDY Sell 25,590 2 48,109
2026-05-06 TAHL CINDY Buy 122,220 1 128,331
2026-05-05 RASTETTER WILLIAM H Buy 25,000 2 42,250
2026-05-05 EPSTEIN ROBERT S Buy 25,000 2 42,250
2026-01-09 Valamehr Bahram Sell 5,190 1 5,553
2026-01-09 TAHL CINDY Sell 10,589 1 11,224
2026-01-09 Cindy Tahl Sell 10,589 1 11,224
2026-01-09 Bahram Valamehr Sell 5,190 1 5,553
2025-08-04 Valamehr Bahram Sell 14,466 1 15,334

Who is buying and selling Fate Therapeutics shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Fate Therapeutics: TAHL CINDY, RASTETTER WILLIAM H, EPSTEIN ROBERT S, Redmile Group, Llc. In total, 881,411 $ was bought across 4 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: Valamehr Bahram, TAHL CINDY, Cindy Tahl, Bahram Valamehr, Jerome Charles Bressi and others. In total, 242,700 $ was sold across 16 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.

Fate Therapeutics Short Selling 2026: 7.1% Sold Short

High short interest: 7.1% of the free float
Short % of free float
7.1%
Assessment
High short interest
Short squeeze risk
Moderate
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a high share of short selling. Between 5-10% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 7.1% means that 7.1% of the freely traded shares in Fate Therapeutics have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on 8/11/2026. With a short interest of 7.1%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does Fate Therapeutics Report Earnings – Next Date: 8/11/2026

The next earnings report from Fate Therapeutics is scheduled for August 11, 2026, before the market opens. This report covers the second quarter (Q2), which ended on June 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Fate Therapeutics 2026 – Signal: Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Buy

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

Technical analysis of Fate Therapeutics (FATE.US) – RSI 52, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Fate Therapeutics technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Fate Therapeutics, Inc

Fate Therapeutics, Inc is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $2.60 is 3.0% below the 20-day average ($2.68). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 5.4% above the 50-day average ($2.47). Long term, the stock is 63.9% above the 200-day average ($1.59), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (2.47) is above the 200-day average (1.59), which is a classic bullish signal for Fate Therapeutics, Inc.

Is Fate Therapeutics, Inc overbought or oversold?

Fate Therapeutics, Inc has an RSI of 52.1, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for Fate Therapeutics, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-0.006), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (0.023) by 0.029, which confirms growing negative momentum in the downtrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (0.359), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (0.305) by 0.054, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The long-term trend is bullish, but the short-term trend is bearish. Short-term momentum is still falling – a deeper pullback is possible.

Risk Profile for Fate Therapeutics, Inc

Fate Therapeutics, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 97.7%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk. Only risk-tolerant investors should consider this stock, because the price swings can be very large.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Fate Therapeutics, Inc

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-0.006). Weekly bullish (0.359).

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

RSI: 52.1 – neutral.

Technical signal: Buy

The broader trend is positive and MACD supports the picture. Consider buying with a stop-loss below the nearest support level.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fate Therapeutics stock in 2026

Should you buy Fate Therapeutics stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Fate Therapeutics is currently BUY. Fate Therapeutics trades at $2.51 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.006 with falling momentum (signal: 0.023); RSI is at 52.1 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $5.41 points to 116.0% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Fate Therapeutics stock?
The average analyst price target for Fate Therapeutics is $5.41. The current price is $2.51, which gives an upside of 116.0%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $4.87 and $5.95.
Is Fate Therapeutics a dividend stock?
No, Fate 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 Fate Therapeutics stock?
Fate Therapeutics is rated as a stock with extreme risk. the annual standard deviation is 97.7%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk.
Is Fate Therapeutics overvalued?
No, Fate Therapeutics is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (116.0% upside). Fate Therapeutics has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 47.4, a P/B ratio of 1.6. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 116.0%.
Is Fate Therapeutics overbought?
No, Fate Therapeutics is not overbought. RSI is at 52.1 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 52.1 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 6.5% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish).
When is the next Fate Therapeutics earnings report?
Fate Therapeutics reports its next earnings on August 11, 2026. The stock currently trades at $2.51.
Is Fate Therapeutics shorted?
Yes, Fate Therapeutics is shorted with 7.1% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Fate Therapeutics stock?
No, insiders are not buying Fate Therapeutics shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 2 sales. On a net basis, 102,528 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 4 purchases and 16 sales, with a net 638,711 $ bought. Active sellers include Valamehr Bahram, TAHL CINDY, Cindy Tahl 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 Fate Therapeutics a good stock?
Based on our total score, Fate Therapeutics is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 43 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: 21/100, Quality: 15/100, Momentum: 93/100. In addition: analysts see 116.0% upside to the price target; technical signal: Buy. Whether Fate 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 Fate Therapeutics stock?
The outlook for Fate Therapeutics based on current data: the average analyst price target is $5.41 (+116.0%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 8/11/2026, which can move the price. 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 Fate Therapeutics stock falling?
Fate Therapeutics is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 6.5% below the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); short interest is 7.1% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Fate Therapeutics go?
The average analyst price target for Fate Therapeutics is $5.41, which corresponds to a potential gain of 116.0% from the current price of $2.51. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Fate Therapeutics fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Fate 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 Fate Therapeutics do?
Fate Therapeutics er et biofarmaceutisk firma, der udvikler cellebaserede immunterapier mod kræft og autoimmune sygdomme. De laver programmerede cellebehandlinger, hvor de især bruger NK- og T-celler. De tjener penge ved at udvikle disse celleprodukter til klinisk brug i USA o... The company belongs to the Sundhed 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 Fate Therapeutics as an investment.
Did Fate Therapeutics raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Fate Therapeutics. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Fate Therapeutics making money or losing money?
We have no current profitability data for Fate Therapeutics. See the latest report in the earnings history above.
Can Fate Therapeutics go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Fate Therapeutics is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -15.76 — 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 3 — which is weak. Debt relative to equity is 38% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Fate Therapeutics have a lot of debt?
No, Fate Therapeutics has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 38%. For the sundhed sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. 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.