Royalty Pharma (RPRX.US) Price Target and Rating 2026/2027

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Price history for Royalty Pharma (RPRX.US) – stock price at 56.91 $, August 2026
Royalty Pharma stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Royalty Pharma Price Target 2026: Analysts See 8% Upside

The average price target for Royalty Pharma is $61.63. 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 8,30% 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 Royalty Pharma overvalued or undervalued?

Royalty Pharma is currently fairly valued with a gap of 8.3% relative to the price target.


The current price is $56.91, which places Royalty Pharma in the fairly valued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $55.47, and overvalued when the price exceeds $67.79.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Royalty Pharma, the fair value range lies between $55.47 and $67.79.


See the full price target analysis for Royalty Pharma →

Analyst Ratings for Royalty Pharma stock in 2026: Buy

8 analysts cover Royalty Pharma. The majority is positive, with 75% recommending Buy, while 25% recommend Hold. The average price target is $61.63, which gives an upside of 8.3% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.25/5)
Strong Buy
4 (50%)
Buy
2 (25%)
Hold
2 (25%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.25 out of 5 based on 8 analysts

About Royalty Pharma – Bioteknologi

Royalty Pharma plc operates as a buyer of biopharmaceutical royalties and a funder of innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry in the United States. Its portfolio consists of royalties on approximately 35 marketed therapies and 20 development-stage product candidates that address various therapeutic areas, such as rare disease, oncology, neuroscience, infectious disease, hematology, and diabetes. The company has research and development funding collaboration to advance the development of JNJ-4804, an investigational medicine for autoimmune diseases. The company was founded in 1996 and is based in New York, New York. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Royalty Pharma

$ 33,1B Market cap
$ 2,4B Revenue
Bioteknologi Industry
30.25 P/E
13.56 P/S
3.76 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
Sundhed Sector

What kind of stock is Royalty Pharma?

Growth stock Quality stock Momentum stock

Royalty Pharma is classified as a growth stock and quality stock and momentum stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, strong financial health (Piotroski 8/9), and strong price momentum.

Score Overview for Royalty Pharma

💰 Value Score 36/100 (Low)
⭐ Quality Score 98/100 (Very High)
🚀 Momentum Score 88/100 (Very High)
📊 Total Score 74/100

📈 Valuation

Royalty Pharma trades at a P/E ratio of 30.3, which is above the market average. The forward P/E is 48.3. The P/S ratio is 13.6 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 3.8. The PEG ratio is 2.19 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Royalty Pharma has a profit margin of 33.9% (excellent) and an operating margin of 100.3%. Return on equity (ROE) is 13.8% — solid return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 5.5%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 23.2% year over year.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 8 out of 9 — excellent financial health. Altman Z2 is 2.08 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 113.4% — moderate debt.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 2.78%.

Royalty Pharma Dividend 2026: 1.6% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Royalty Pharma in 2026

Dividend yield
1.57%
Dividend per share
0.24 USD
Payout ratio
23.5%
Low
Dividend growth (4 years)
+158.8%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
0.84 USD

When does Royalty Pharma pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
August 14, 2026
Next dividend payment
September 10, 2026
Latest payment date
September 10, 2026

How much does Royalty Pharma pay in dividends?

Royalty Pharma pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 0.24 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 1.57%. Over the last 4 years, the annual dividend has grown by 158.8%, which shows positive dividend growth.

The payout ratio is 23.5%, which is low. This suggests the company prioritizes reinvesting in growth over dividend payments. There is good room to raise the dividend in the future.

Historical Dividend Payments for Royalty Pharma

We have registered dividend payments for Royalty Pharma since 2021-08-19. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 21 times, most recently on 2026-08-14. This stock qualifies as a stable dividend stock, because it has paid a dividend at least once a year for the last 5 years. That makes it attractive to investors looking for steady, regular dividend payments.

Ex-datePayment dateAmountCurrencyPeriod
2026-08-142026-09-100.24USDUnknown period
2026-05-152026-06-100.24USDUnknown period
2026-02-202026-03-100.24USDUnknown period
2025-11-142025-12-100.22USDUnknown period
2025-08-152025-09-100.22USDUnknown period
2025-05-162025-06-100.22USDUnknown period
2025-02-212025-03-100.22USDUnknown period
2024-11-152024-12-100.21USDUnknown period
2024-08-162024-09-130.21USDUnknown period
2024-05-162024-06-140.21USDUnknown period
2024-02-152024-03-150.21USDUnknown period
2023-11-162023-12-150.20USDUnknown period
2023-08-172023-09-150.20USDUnknown period
2023-05-182023-06-150.20USDUnknown period
2023-02-152023-03-150.20USDUnknown period
2022-11-172022-12-150.19USDUnknown period
2022-08-182022-09-150.19USDUnknown period
2022-05-192022-06-150.19USDUnknown period
2022-02-172022-03-150.19USDUnknown period
2021-11-182021-12-150.17USDUnknown period
2021-08-192021-09-150.17USDUnknown period

Insider Trading in Royalty Pharma 2026: The Signal Is mostly negative

In 2026, insiders at Royalty Pharma have made 20 transactions – split into 2 purchases and 18 sales. On a net basis, insiders took 30,554,881 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Bassler Bonnie L, Urist Marshall, Hite Christopher and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is mostly negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold more than they have bought over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 1 purchases and 8 sales. A net 13,387,001 $ out of the stock.

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: 2 purchases and 18 sales. A net 30,554,881 $ out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Bassler Bonnie L bought 689 shares at 54 $ each on 2026-06-30. The stock has since risen 6.2%.

Latest sale: Urist Marshall sold 9,099 shares at 56 $ each on 2026-07-01.

Who is buying: Bassler Bonnie L.

Who is selling: Urist Marshall, Hite Christopher, Coyne Terrance P., Norden Gregory.

Latest Insider Trades in Royalty Pharma (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Royalty Pharma. 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 ($) Total amount ($)
2026-07-01 Urist Marshall Sell 9,099 56 508,452
2026-06-30 Hite Christopher Sell 97,446 57 5,563,192
2026-06-30 Bassler Bonnie L Buy 689 54 37,482
2026-06-24 Urist Marshall Sell 9,098 55 502,028
2026-06-23 Hite Christopher Sell 32,408 54 1,765,264
2026-05-26 Coyne Terrance P. Sell 64,399 54 3,476,258
2026-05-20 Urist Marshall Sell 13,684 53 721,831
2026-05-14 Urist Marshall Sell 13,684 53 726,073
2026-05-14 Norden Gregory Sell 3,045 53 161,385
2026-04-28 Coyne Terrance P. Sell 32,916 50 1,638,558

Who is buying and selling Royalty Pharma shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Royalty Pharma: Bassler Bonnie L. In total, 74,955 $ was bought across 2 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: Urist Marshall, Hite Christopher, Coyne Terrance P., Norden Gregory. In total, 30,629,837 $ was sold across 18 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.

Royalty Pharma Short Selling 2026: 2.8% Sold Short

Moderate short interest: 2.8% of the free float
Short % of free float
2.8%
Assessment
Moderate short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a moderate share of short selling. Between 2-5% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is within the normal range for most stocks.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Short Interest Scale
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2.8%

When Does Royalty Pharma Report Earnings?

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



Technical Analysis of Royalty Pharma 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

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

Technical analysis of Royalty Pharma (RPRX.US) – RSI 51, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Royalty Pharma technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Royalty Pharma plc

Royalty Pharma plc is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $57.75 is 0.4% below the 20-day average ($57.98). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 2.5% above the 50-day average ($56.34). Long term, the stock is 24.2% above the 200-day average ($46.52), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (56.34) is above the 200-day average (46.52), which is a classic bullish signal for Royalty Pharma plc.

Is Royalty Pharma plc overbought or oversold?

Royalty Pharma plc has an RSI of 51.5, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for Royalty Pharma plc

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.570), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (0.828) by 0.258, which suggests the positive momentum is fading – the trend could be turning.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (4.143), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (3.969) by 0.174, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bullish (MACD positive). However, momentum shows signs of weakening on a daily basis. Watch whether the trend holds.

Risk Profile for Royalty Pharma plc

Royalty Pharma plc has an annual standard deviation of 22.8%, which classifies the stock as low risk. Price swings are limited, and the stock suits conservative investors.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Royalty Pharma plc

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

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.570). Weekly bullish (4.143).

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

RSI: 51.5 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Royalty Pharma stock in 2026

Should you buy Royalty Pharma stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Royalty Pharma is currently BUY. Royalty Pharma trades at $56.91 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.570 with falling momentum (signal: 0.828); RSI is at 51.5 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $61.63 points to 8.3% 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 Royalty Pharma stock?
The average analyst price target for Royalty Pharma is $61.63. The current price is $56.91, which gives an upside of 8.3%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $55.47 and $67.79.
Is Royalty Pharma a dividend stock?
Yes, Royalty Pharma is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 1.57%. The latest dividend was $0.24 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 8/14/2026. The payout ratio is 23.5%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 9/10/2026.
When does Royalty Pharma pay a dividend in 2026?
Royalty Pharma pays its next dividend on 9/10/2026. The latest dividend was $0.24 per share with an ex-dividend date of 8/14/2026. The dividend yield is 1.57%. The payout ratio of 23.5% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Royalty Pharma stock?
Royalty Pharma is rated as a stock with low risk. the annual standard deviation is 22.8%, which classifies the stock as low risk.
Is Royalty Pharma overvalued?
Royalty Pharma is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Royalty Pharma has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 30.3 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 13.6, a P/B ratio of 3.8. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Royalty Pharma overbought?
No, Royalty Pharma is not overbought. RSI is at 51.5 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 51.5 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 1.8% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next Royalty Pharma earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Royalty Pharma has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Royalty Pharma shorted?
Yes, Royalty Pharma is shorted with 2.8% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Royalty Pharma stock?
No, insiders are not buying Royalty Pharma shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 1 purchases and 8 sales. On a net basis, 13,387,001 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 2 purchases and 18 sales, with a net 30,554,881 $ sold. Active sellers include Urist Marshall, Hite Christopher, Coyne Terrance P. 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 Royalty Pharma a good stock?
Based on our total score, Royalty Pharma is rated as a good stock with a total score of 74 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 26% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 36/100, Quality: 98/100, Momentum: 88/100. In addition: a dividend of 1.57%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Royalty Pharma 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 Royalty Pharma stock?
The outlook for Royalty Pharma based on current data: the average analyst price target is $61.63 (+8.3%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 30.3 (high – the market expects growth). 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 Royalty Pharma stock moving?
Royalty Pharma is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; 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 Royalty Pharma go?
The average analyst price target for Royalty Pharma is $61.63, which corresponds to a potential gain of 8.3% from the current price of $56.91. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Royalty Pharma fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Royalty Pharma. 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 Royalty Pharma do?
Royalty Pharma plc operates as a buyer of biopharmaceutical royalties and a funder of innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry in the United States. Its portfolio consists of royalties on approximately 35 marketed therapies and 20 development-stage product candidates that ... 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 Royalty Pharma as an investment.
Did Royalty Pharma raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Royalty Pharma. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Royalty Pharma making money or losing money?
Yes, Royalty Pharma is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 33.9% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 100.3%. At a P/E ratio of 30.3, you currently pay 30.3 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 Royalty Pharma go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Royalty Pharma is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.08 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 8 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 113% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Royalty Pharma have a lot of debt?
Royalty Pharma has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 113%. 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.