Regeneron Slides to 200th in Volume Amid Analyst Divergence and Record Earnings

On August 5, 2025, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (REGN) saw a trading volume of $0.57 billion, a 26.95% decline from the prior day, ranking it 200th among active stocks. The stock closed at $568.55, down 0.29% from the previous session.

Analysts have recently revised their outlook for Regeneron. BMO Capital Markets raised its price target to $640, a 12.75% increase from the prior close, while Canaccord Genuity Group reaffirmed a $850 target with a "buy" rating. JPMorgan cut its target to $800, and Bank of America set a "sell" rating at $547. Institutional investors, including Vanguard and Capital International, increased holdings, reflecting confidence in the biopharma giant.

Regeneron’s Q2 earnings report highlighted robust performance, with $12.89 per share—surpassing estimates by $4.46—and $3.68 billion in revenue, a 3.6% year-over-year rise. The firm also announced a $0.88 quarterly dividend, with a payout ratio of 8.9%, underscoring its sustainable dividend policy. A net margin of 31.37% and a return on equity of 15.06% further reinforced its financial strength.

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