Palatin Technologies (PTN.US) Stock Rating 2026/2027: Strong Buy – Stock Analysis

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No analysts currently cover Palatin Technologies with a public price target. We add the price target automatically as soon as at least one analyst publishes a rating. Until then, use the technical analysis and the key figures below.

Analyst Ratings for Palatin Technologies stock in 2026: Strong Buy

3 analysts cover Palatin Technologies. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 100% recommend buying.

Consensus: Strong Buy (4.67/5)
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4.67 out of 5 based on 3 analysts

About Palatin Technologies – Biotechnology

Palatin Technologies, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, develops first-in-class medicines based on molecules that modulate the activity of the melanocortin receptor system in the United States. It is developing oral small molecule PL7737 agonist in preclinical studies; long-acting peptide MC4R agonists; and Bremelanotide co-administration with Tirzepatide to treat obesity completed Phase 2 clinical trial; completed a phase 2 of diabetic nephropathy It also provides pl9643 for dry eye disease; and oral PL8177 for inflammatory bowel diseases. licensing arrangements and other strategic transactions to advance and maximize the value of certain product candidates and program for the treatment of retinal diseases and with Altanispac Labs for PL9643 for the treatment of dry eye disease; and oral PL8177 for the treatment inflammatory bowel diseases. Palatin Technologies, Inc. was incorporated in 1986 and is based in Princeton, New Jersey. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Palatin Technologies

$11.7M Market cap
$13.2M Revenue
Biotechnology Industry
- P/E
0.89 P/S
1.82 P/B
United States Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Palatin Technologies?

Speculative stock

Palatin Technologies is classified as a speculative stock.

Score Overview for Palatin Technologies

💰 Value Score 42/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 8/100 (Very Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 4/100 (Very Low)
📊 Total Score 18/100

⚠️ 5 red flags identified 5 critical

Our analysis has identified 5 potential risk factors in Palatin Technologies that investors should be aware of.

🚨 High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 1,000% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.
🚨 Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is -176.70 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.
🚨 Negative profit margin: The profit margin is -63.5% – the company is losing money on its operations.
🚨 Negative return on equity: ROE is -877.5% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.
🚨 High short interest: 22.2% of the shares are sold short – many professional investors are betting on price declines.

📈 Valuation

The P/S ratio is 0.9 (low — potentially undervalued relative to revenue). The P/B ratio is 1.8. The PEG ratio is 1.62.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 4 out of 9 — average financial health. Altman Z2 is -176.70 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 1,000.0% — high debt, which raises the risk.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 22.23% — very high, the market is skeptical.

Insider Trading in Palatin Technologies 2026: Mostly sells

In 2026, insiders at Palatin Technologies have made 8 transactions – split into 2 purchases and 6 sales. On a net basis, insiders took $32,071 out of the stock. Active insiders include DEVEER ROBERT K JR, WILLS STEPHEN T, DUNTON ALAN W.

Last 3 Months: No trades

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

All Transactions: Mostly sells

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 8 transactions: 2 purchases and 6 sales. A net $32,071 out of the stock.

Latest purchase: DEVEER ROBERT K JR bought 100,000 shares at $0.10 each on 2025-05-07. The stock has since risen 6130%.

Latest sale: WILLS STEPHEN T sold 565 shares at $16.74 each on 2025-12-24.

Who is buying: DEVEER ROBERT K JR.

Who is selling: WILLS STEPHEN T, DEVEER ROBERT K JR, DUNTON ALAN W.

Latest Insider Trades in Palatin Technologies (2026)

The table shows the last 8 reported insider transactions in Palatin Technologies. 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 (USD) Total amount (USD)
2025-12-24 WILLS STEPHEN T Sell 565 16.74 9,458
2025-05-07 DEVEER ROBERT K JR Buy 100,000 0.10 10,000
2024-08-01 WILLS STEPHEN T Sell 4,999 1.66 8,298
2024-04-11 DEVEER ROBERT K JR Buy 6,000 2.12 12,720
2024-03-06 DEVEER ROBERT K JR Sell 11,700 2.00 23,400
2023-12-06 WILLS STEPHEN T Sell 4,998 2.51 12,545
2023-12-04 DUNTON ALAN W Sell 200 2.48 496
2022-12-21 DUNTON ALAN W Sell 200 2.97 594

Who is buying and selling Palatin Technologies shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Palatin Technologies: DEVEER ROBERT K JR. In total, $22,720 was bought across 2 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: WILLS STEPHEN T, DEVEER ROBERT K JR, DUNTON ALAN W. In total, $54,791 was sold across 6 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.

Palatin Technologies Short Selling 2026: 22.2% Sold Short

Extremely shorted: 22.2% of the free float
Short % of free float
22.2%
Assessment
Extremely shorted
Short squeeze risk
Very High
Data source
EODHD
Reported about twice a month
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 22.2% means that 22.2% of the freely traded shares in Palatin Technologies 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.

Short interest comes from our data provider EODHD. The figure is reported about twice a month; we check it every trading day.
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When Does Palatin Technologies Report Earnings?

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



Technical Analysis of Palatin Technologies 2026 – Signal: Strong Sell

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Sell

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated November 14, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Palatin Technologies, Inc

Palatin Technologies, Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $6.23 is 9.0% above the 20-day average ($5.71). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 24.1% below the 50-day average ($8.20). Long term, the stock is 53.9% below the 200-day average ($13.53), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (8.20) is below the 200-day average (13.53), which is a classic bearish signal for Palatin Technologies, Inc.

Is Palatin Technologies, Inc overbought or oversold?

Palatin Technologies, Inc has an RSI of 45.5, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for Palatin Technologies, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-0.345), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (-0.643) by 0.298, which suggests the negative momentum is fading – a potential trend reversal could be ahead.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-2.190), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (-1.969) by 0.221, which confirms continued negative long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bearish (MACD negative). However, momentum shows signs of improving on a daily basis – a potential trend reversal could be ahead, but it is not confirmed yet.

Risk Profile for Palatin Technologies, Inc

Palatin Technologies, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 125.8%, 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 Palatin Technologies, Inc

Trend: Negative. The price trades below SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-0.345). Weekly bearish (-2.190).

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

RSI: 45.5 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Sell

The price is in a downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is negative on both a daily and weekly basis. Avoid buying and consider closing existing positions.

Who Owns Palatin Technologies?

The three largest owners of Palatin Technologies are Driehaus Capital Management LLC (9.4%), Jupiter Topco LLC (7.9%) and Logos Global Management LP (7.3%). The percentage is their share of the stock, as of Jun 30, 2026. Source: our data provider EODHD.

The 10 Largest Institutions

InstitutionStakeChange
Driehaus Capital Management LLC9.36%0.0%
Jupiter Topco LLC7.86%0.0%
Logos Global Management LP7.30%−7.1%
RA Capital Management, LLC3.49%−11.3%
Balyasny Asset Management LLC2.31%−0.1%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts1.53%0.0%
Opaleye Management Inc1.15%0.0%
Geode Capital Management, LLC1.09%+4.8%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC1.06%−0.4%
Miller Financial Services LLC0.84%+19.0%

As of Jun 30, 2026. "Change" is the change in shares held since the holder's previous report.

The 5 Largest Funds

FundStakeChange
Fidelity Extended Market Index0.51%−0.4%
iShares Micro-Cap ETF0.27%0.0%
Fidelity Total Market Index0.18%0.0%
Fidelity Series Total Market Index0.15%0.0%
Fidelity Nasdaq Composite Index0.11%0.0%

As of Oct 30, 2026. A fund may be managed by one of the institutions above, so the two lists cannot be added together.

Frequently Asked Questions About Palatin Technologies stock in 2026

Should you buy Palatin Technologies stock now?
No, the technical signal for Palatin Technologies is currently Strong Sell. Palatin Technologies trades at $6.23 as of Nov 14, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.345 with rising momentum (signal: -0.643); RSI is at 45.5 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average). The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Palatin Technologies stock?
There is currently no active analyst price target for Palatin Technologies.
Is Palatin Technologies a dividend stock?
No, Palatin Technologies does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Palatin Technologies stock?
Palatin Technologies is rated as a stock in the risk category Extremely speculative. the annual standard deviation is 125.8%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative.
Is Palatin Technologies overvalued?
Palatin Technologies has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 0.9, a P/B ratio of 1.8.
Is Palatin Technologies overbought?
No, Palatin Technologies is not overbought. RSI is at 45.5 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 45.5 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 9.0% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next Palatin Technologies earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Palatin Technologies has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Palatin Technologies shorted?
Yes, Palatin Technologies is shorted with 22.2% 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. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Palatin Technologies stock?
No, insiders are not buying Palatin Technologies shares – they are net sellers. Across the last 8 reported transactions, the split is 2 purchases and 6 sales, with a net 32,071 USD sold. Active sellers include WILLS STEPHEN T, DEVEER ROBERT K JR, DUNTON ALAN W. 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 Palatin Technologies a good stock?
Based on our total score, Palatin Technologies is rated as a disastrous stock with a total score of 18 out of 100. The stock scores very low on value, quality and momentum – it is among the worst in our database. The score is made up of Value: 42/100, Quality: 8/100, Momentum: 4/100. Whether now is the time to buy is a separate question: the technical signal is Strong Sell. Whether Palatin Technologies 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 Palatin Technologies stock?
The outlook for Palatin Technologies based on current data: the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200). 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 Palatin Technologies stock rising?
Palatin Technologies is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 9.0% above the 20-day average; short interest is 22.2% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Palatin Technologies go?
There is currently no active analyst price target for Palatin Technologies. The stock has traded between $4.51 and $31.00 over the last 52 weeks. The price is 79.9% below the 52-week high, which can indicate potential if the underlying fundamentals are intact. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Palatin Technologies fall?
The stock has traded as low as $4.51 over the last 52 weeks — that is 27.6% below the current price of $6.23. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 85.5% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±125.8% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. 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 Palatin Technologies do?
Palatin Technologies, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, develops first-in-class medicines based on molecules that modulate the activity of the melanocortin receptor system in the United States. It is developing oral small molecule PL7737 agonist in preclinical studies; long-a... The company belongs to the Healthcare sector, more specifically the Biotechnology industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Palatin Technologies as an investment.
Did Palatin Technologies raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Palatin Technologies. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Palatin Technologies making money or losing money?
No, Palatin Technologies is currently not making money — the company is losing money with a negative profit margin of -63.5%, a substantial loss. That means the business loses money on every dollar of revenue. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is also negative at -65.7% — so it is not just financing costs weighing on the result. For growth stocks investing in expansion this is normal — but it raises the risk if the company does not reach break-even before its capital runs out.
Can Palatin Technologies go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Palatin Technologies is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -176.70 — 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 4 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 1,000% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Palatin Technologies have a lot of debt?
Yes, Palatin Technologies has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 1,000%. For the healthcare sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. 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.

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