Question 1

What is the analyst consensus rating for LGND?

Accepted Answer

The analyst consensus rating for LGND is "Buy" based on 3 analyst recommendations.

Question 2

What is the average price target for LGND?

Accepted Answer

The average 12-month price target for LGND is $245.00, representing an upside of 30.7% from the current price of $187.51.

Question 3

What do analyst ratings mean?

Accepted Answer

Analyst ratings indicate investment recommendations: Strong Buy and Buy are bullish signals suggesting the stock may outperform. Hold means the stock is fairly valued. Sell and Strong Sell are bearish signals suggesting potential underperformance. These ratings are based on fundamental analysis and valuation models.

Question 4

What is a price target?

Accepted Answer

A price target is an analyst's projection of a stock's fair value over a specific timeframe, typically 12 months. Analysts use fundamental analysis, financial modeling, and industry comparisons to estimate where the stock should trade. Price targets can range from low (conservative) to high (optimistic) estimates.

Date	Analyst	Firm	Action	Rating	Price Target
Dec 10, 2025	Annabel Samimy	Stifel	Maintains	Strong Buy	$220.00 → $230.00 +10.00 (4.5%)
Dec 10, 2025	Douglas Miehm	RBC Capital	Maintains	Buy	$234.00 → $235.00 +1.00 (0.4%)
Dec 9, 2025	Yigal Nochomovitz	Citi	Initiates	Strong Buy	$270.00

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (LGND) Stock Analyst Forecast

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