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Geron

Geron Corp is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the research and development of cancer treatments. The company's drug in development, Imelstat, is being tested for the treatment of myelodysplastic syndromes, which are disorders of the blood, and myelofibrosis, which is a rare blood cancer affecting bone marrow. The company earns revenue through collaboration agreements, milestones, royalties, and licensing arrangements. Geron possesses various rights to this drug. The company operates as a single segment being, the development of therapeutic products for oncology.

Geron Corp

Analysts' ratings for Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 4 analysts.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Geron, presenting an average target of $6.38, a high estimate of $9.00, and a low estimate of $3.50. Experiencing a 3.63% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $6.62. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739905264_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Geron by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Kalpit Patel</td>
<td>B. Riley Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$3.50</td>
<td>$5.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gil Blum</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gil Blum</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Emily Bodnar</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Geron. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Geron compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Geron's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Geron's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Geron</h2>
Geron Corp is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the research and development of cancer treatments. The company's drug in development, Imelstat, is being tested for the treatment of myelodysplastic syndromes, which are disorders of the blood, and myelofibrosis, which is a rare blood cancer affecting bone marrow. The company earns revenue through collaboration agreements, milestones, royalties, and licensing arrangements. Geron possesses various rights to this drug. The company operates as a single segment being, the development of therapeutic products for oncology.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Geron's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Geron displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 17138.41%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of -93.55%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Geron's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -8.83%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -5.91%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.3, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Analyst Ratings

GERN

4 Analysts Assess Geron: What You Need To Know

B. Riley Securities analyst Kalpit Patel maintains Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $5.5 to $3.5.

News

Price Target

B. Riley Securities Maintains Buy on Geron, Lowers Price Target to $3.5

Needham analyst Gil Blum maintains Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $6 to $7.

Needham Maintains Buy on Geron, Raises Price Target to $7

Needham analyst Gil Blum reiterates Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) with a Buy and maintains $6 price target.

Reiteration

Needham Reiterates Buy on Geron, Maintains $6 Price Target

Company says Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has adopted a positive opinion recommending the approval of RYTELO (imetelstat) for the treatment of adult patients with transfusion-dependent (TD) anemia due to very low, low or intermediate risk myelodysplastic syndromes (LR-MDS) without an isolated deletion 5q cytogenetic (non-del 5q) abnormality and who had an unsatisfactory response to or are ineligible for erythropoietin-based therapy. The European Commission (EC), which has the authority to approve medicines in the European Union (EU), will review the CHMP's recommendation and is expected to make a final decision on the marketing authorization application (MAA) in the following months.

Geron Says Committee For Medicinal Products For Human Use Of The European Medicines Agency Has Recommended Approval Of RYTELO (imetelstat) For Treatment Of Adult Patients With Transfusion-dependent (TD) Anemia Due To Very Low, Low Or Intermediate Risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes

<ul>
<li>In the dose escalation Part 1 of the study, no dose-limiting toxicities were observed and the PK profiles were similar to those reported for previous monotherapy studies of imetelstat and ruxolitinib</li>
<li>Based on the safety profile, imetelstat 9.4 mg/kg dosed every four weeks with ruxolitinib was the selected dose for the dose expansion Part 2 of the study, which is currently enrolling patients</li>
<li>Geron is also evaluating the potential of imetelstat in the separate Phase 3 IMpactMF trial of patients with JAKi relapsed/refractory MF, which is &gt;70% enrolled</li>
</ul>
Geron Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>), a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company aiming to change lives by changing the course of blood cancer, today announced results from an oral presentation at the 66th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting, reporting Phase 1 findings from the two-part IMproveMF study. The safety results from the dose escalation Part 1 suggest the tolerability of RYTELO&#x2122; (imetelstat), a first-in-class telomerase inhibitor, in combination with ruxolitinib as frontline therapy in patients with intermediate-1 (INT-1), intermediate-2 (INT-2) or high-risk (HR) myelofibrosis (MF). Based on the dose escalation findings in Part 1, imetelstat 9.4 mg/kg dosed every four weeks with ruxolitinib was the selected dose for the dose expansion Part 2 of the study, which is currently enrolling patients.
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Biotech

General

Geron Announces Phase 1 Findings From Two-Part IMproveMF Study Suggesting Tolerability Of RYTELO In Combination With Ruxolitinib As Frontline Therapy In Patients With Myelofibrosis Presented At ASH; In The Dose Escalation Part 1 Of The Study, No Dose-Limiting Toxicities Were Observed And The PK Profiles Were Similar To Those Reported For Previous Monotherapy Studies Of Imetelstat And Ruxolitinib

In the preceding three months, 4 analysts have released ratings for Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $7.75, a high estimate of $9.00, and a low estimate of $6.00. Highlighting a 8.82% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $8.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733835695_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
A clear picture of Geron's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Emily Bodnar</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Emily Bodnar</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Emily Bodnar</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Harrison</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Geron. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Geron compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Geron's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Geron's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GERN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Geron analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Geron</h2>
Geron Corp is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the research and development of cancer treatments. The company's drug in development, Imelstat, is being tested for the treatment of myelodysplastic syndromes, which are disorders of the blood, and myelofibrosis, which is a rare blood cancer affecting bone marrow. The company earns revenue through collaboration agreements, milestones, royalties, and licensing arrangements. Geron possesses various rights to this drug. The company operates as a single segment being, the development of therapeutic products for oncology.
<h3>Geron: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.
Revenue Growth: Geron's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 17138.41%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Geron's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of -93.55%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Geron's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -8.83%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -5.91%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Geron's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.3, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Analyst Scoreboard: 4 Ratings For Geron

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Emily Bodnar reiterates Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) with a Buy and maintains $9 price target.

HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Geron, Maintains $9 Price Target

<ul>
<li>Geron received $250 million in gross proceeds at closing, with access to an additional $125 million in debt</li>
<li>Strengthens balance sheet to support the commercial launch of RYTELO in the U.S. and potential launch in the EU, the ongoing Phase 3 IMpactMF trial in relapsed/refractory myelofibrosis, and other uses</li>
</ul>

Health Care

Financing

Geron Announced Up To $375M In Synthetic Royalty And Debt Financings With Royalty Pharma And Pharmakon Advisors, Of Which $250M In Cash And Another $125M In Debt Is Available

Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.04) per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.08) by 50 percent. This is a 50 percent increase over losses of $(0.08) per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $28.27 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $19.01 million by 48.68 percent. This is a 17.14K percent increase over sales of $164.00 thousand the same period last year.

Earnings

Geron Q3 2024 GAAP EPS $(0.04) Beats $(0.08) Estimate, Sales $28.27M Beat $19.01M Estimate

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Emily Bodnar reiterates Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) with a Buy and maintains $8 price target.

HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Geron, Maintains $8 Price Target

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 4 analysts have published ratings on Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) in the last three months.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $6.75, a high estimate of $8.00, and a low estimate of $6.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $6.00, the current average has increased by 12.5%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730815348_0_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Geron. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Emily Bodnar</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Harrison</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Faisal Khurshid</td>
<td>Leerink Partners</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gil Blum</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Geron. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Geron compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Geron's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Geron's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Geron Better</h2>
Geron Corp is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the research and development of cancer treatments. The company's drug in development, Imelstat, is being tested for the treatment of myelodysplastic syndromes, which are disorders of the blood, and myelofibrosis, which is a rare blood cancer affecting bone marrow. The company earns revenue through collaboration agreements, milestones, royalties, and licensing arrangements. Geron possesses various rights to this drug. The company operates as a single segment being, the development of therapeutic products for oncology.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Geron's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Growth: Geron displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 2941.38%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Health Care sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Geron's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -7639.8%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Geron's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -20.68%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -14.47%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 0.28, Geron faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
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Analyst Ratings For Geron

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<li>New analyses from the IMerge clinical trial suggest that imetelstat demonstrates clinical activity in patients with lower-risk MDS with transfusion-dependent anemia regardless of prior therapy</li>
<li>Early safety results from the dose escalation phase of the Phase 1 IMproveMF study suggest potential for the tolerability of combination therapy with imetelstat and ruxolitinib in a frontline myelofibrosis patient population</li>
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Geron Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>), a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company aiming to change lives by changing the course of blood cancer, today announced the publication of abstracts containing new data highlighting the potential of RYTELO&#x2122; (imetelstat), a first-in-class telomerase inhibitor, in myeloid hematologic malignancies. Six abstracts have been accepted for presentation at the 66th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting taking place from December 7-10, 2024, in San Diego, California and virtually.

Geron Announces New Data To Be Presented Highlighting The Potential Of RYTELO In Myeloid Hematologic Malignancies At Upcoming ASH Annual Meeting

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Emily Bodnar initiates coverage on Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $8.

Initiation

HC Wainwright & Co. Initiates Coverage On Geron with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $8

Scotiabank analyst Greg Harrison initiates coverage on Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) with a Sector Outperform rating and announces Price Target of $6.

Scotiabank Initiates Coverage On Geron with Sector Outperform Rating, Announces Price Target of $6

Leerink Partners analyst Faisal Khurshid initiates coverage on Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) with a Outperform rating and announces Price Target of $7.

Leerink Partners Initiates Coverage On Geron with Outperform Rating, Announces Price Target of $7

Shares of Recursion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RXRX#NASDAQ">RXRX</a>) dipped 11.6% to $6.43. The company on Tuesday announced Phase 2 data for an investigational treatment for symptomatic Cerebral Cavernous Malformation (CCM).
Nikola shares dipped 10.4% to $7.28 on Monday.
Here are some other stocks moving in today&#8217;s mid-day session.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Gainers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Sify Technologies Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIFY#NASDAQ">SIFY</a>) shares jumped 103% to $0.6719. Sify becomes first in India to achieve NVIDIA DGX-ready data center certification for liquid cooling to enable breakthrough AI performance.</li>
<li>BranchOut Food Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOF#NASDAQ">BOF</a>) gained 85% to $3.70.</li>
<li>SPAR Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SGRP#NASDAQ">SGRP</a>) surged 65% to $2.3950 after the company announced it entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Highwire Capital for $2.50 per share.</li>
<li>Asset Entities Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASST#NASDAQ">ASST</a>) rose 62.7% to $2.31.</li>
<li>Conifer Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNFR#NASDAQ">CNFR</a>) shares jumped 56% to $1.0250 after the company announced that it completed the sale of its insurance agency operations for a $45 million consideration. The company appointed Brian Roney as CEO.</li>
<li>Auddia Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AUUD#NASDAQ">AUUD</a>) gained 44.6% to $1.25 after the company announced it recently launched both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto interfaces for its faidr mobile application.</li>
<li>Vaxcyte, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCVX#NASDAQ">PCVX</a>) surged 43.5% to $115.92 after the company announced it selected VAX-31 to advance to an adult Phase 3 program following topline results from its Phase 1/2 study.</li>
<li>Sable Offshore Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOC#NYSE">SOC</a>) gained 28.8% to $21.69.</li>
<li>Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHLS#NASDAQ">SHLS</a>) rose 21.8% to $6.57 after the company received a favorable legal ruling from the U.S. ITC in its patent infringement complaint against Voltage, LLC and a related foreign entity.</li>
<li>TC Biopharm (Holdings) Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCBP#NASDAQ">TCBP</a>) jumped 17.5% to $6.55 after the company announced it dosed 5 new patients in its ACHIEVE Phase 2b trial.</li>
<li>AGM Group Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AGMH#NASDAQ">AGMH</a>) rose 16.5% to $1.27.</li>
<li>Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSNY#NASDAQ">PSNY</a>) gained 16% to $1.4150 after the company appointed former Stellantis executive Jean-Francois Mady as its new CFO.</li>
<li>Chemomab Therapeutics Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMMB#NASDAQ">CMMB</a>) surged 15.8% to $2.34.</li>
<li>MediciNova, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNOV#NASDAQ">MNOV</a>) gained 15.3% to $1.73. MediciNova recently announced that it received a Notice of Allowance from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for a pending patent application, which covers MN-166 for post-COVID conditions.</li>
<li>GD Culture Group Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDC#NASDAQ">GDC</a>) rose 12.8% to $6.86.</li>
<li>Big Tree Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DSY#NASDAQ">DSY</a>) jumped 12.6% to $5.99.</li>
<li>Avalo Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVTX#NASDAQ">AVTX</a>) gained 11.4% to $8.29.</li>
<li>Motorsport Games Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSGM#NASDAQ">MSGM</a>) rose 11.3% to $1.3250.</li>
<li>Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>) gained 10.7% to $12.57 after Raymond James upgraded the stock from Market Perform to Outperform and announced a $17 price target.</li>
<li>Unity Software Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>) gained 9.4% to $17.91 after Morgan Stanley upgraded the stock from Equal-Weight to Overweight.</li>
<li>Intchains Group Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICG#NASDAQ">ICG</a>) climbed 8.1% to $7.89.</li>
<li>Keros Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KROS#NASDAQ">KROS</a>) gained 8.1% to $49.04 after the company announced an update on enrollment in the Phase 2 TROPOS trial.</li>
<li>Novavax, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVAX#NASDAQ">NVAX</a>) gained 4.5% to $12.94. Friday, the FDA granted Emergency Use Authorization to Novavax Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVAX#NASDAQ">NVAX</a>) COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted (2024-2025 Formula) (NVX-CoV2705) for active immunization to prevent COVID-19 in individuals aged 12 and older.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Losers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Windtree Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WINT#NASDAQ">WINT</a>) shares dipped 42.2% to $4.68.</li>
<li>Dyne Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DYN#NASDAQ">DYN</a>) fell 31.7% to $31.47. The company announced new clinical data from its ongoing Phase 1/2 DELIVER trial of DYNE-251 in patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who are amenable to exon 51 skipping demonstrating unprecedented dystrophin expression and functional improvement in multiple cohorts.</li>
<li>Agape ATP Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATPC#NASDAQ">ATPC</a>) shares fell 31.3% to $1.75 after jumping 60% on Friday.</li>
<li>IO Biotech, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IOBT#NASDAQ">IOBT</a>) dipped 29.3% to $1.06 after the company announced the IDMC observed no new safety signals in the Phase 3 trial of IO102-IO103. Also, Morgan Stanley maintained an Overweight rating on the stock but lowered its price target from $7 to $4.</li>
<li>Brenmiller Energy Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNRG#NASDAQ">BNRG</a>) fell 25.8% to $1.1499. Brenmiller recently reported a year-over-year increase in H1 EPS results. Also, the company announced a projected pipeline valued up to $500 million.</li>
<li>Silexion Therapeutics Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLXN#NASDAQ">SLXN</a>) dipped 22.8% to $1.13.</li>
<li>Four Seasons Education (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FEDU#NYSE">FEDU</a>) fell 21.8% to $13.30.</li>
<li>Quantum BioPharma Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QNTM#NASDAQ">QNTM</a>) declined 21.6% to $3.55.</li>
<li>Applied DNA Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APDN#NASDAQ">APDN</a>) fell 18.8% to $1.5506.</li>
<li>Xiao-I Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIXI#NASDAQ">AIXI</a>) dipped 18.6% to $3.99.</li>
<li>NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNE#NASDAQ">NNE</a>) fell 16.1% to $8.49.</li>
<li>LightInTheBox Holding Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LITB#NASDAQ">LITB</a>) declined 14.3% to $0.4455.</li>
<li>NovoCure Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVCR#NASDAQ">NVCR</a>) fell 12.7% to $16.97 as the company announced planned CEO transition.</li>
<li>Geron Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) fell 10.8% to $4.2350.</li>
<li>Nova Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVMI#NASDAQ">NVMI</a>) declined 9.6% to $202.16.</li>
<li>Tidewater Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDW#NYSE">TDW</a>) fell 8.5% to $81.15.</li>
<li>Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRL#NASDAQ">STRL</a>) fell 8.5% to $109.35.</li>
<li>The Boeing Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) fell 8.3% to $159.27 ahead of the September 12 expiration of the company&#8217;s contract with the International Association of Machinists, which could lead to a potential strike. Additionally, Wells Fargo downgraded the stock from Equal-Weight to Underweight.</li>
<li>Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAR#NASDAQ">CAR</a>) dipped 8% to $75.43.</li>
<li>Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVL#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>) fell 7.2% to $70.73.</li>
<li>Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) declined 7% to $20.52.</li>
<li>Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>) fell 6.2% to $185.01.</li>
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Intraday Update

Markets

Movers

AAOI

AGMH

AIXI

AMAT

APDN

ASST

ATPC

AUUD

AVTX

BNRG

Chemomab Therapeutics Ltd. - American Depositary Shares

CMMB

CNFR

FEDU

INTC

IOBT

KROS

LITB

MNOV

MRVL

MSGM

NVAX

NVCR

NVMI

PCVX

PSNY

QNTM

RXRX

SGRP

SHLS

SIFY

SLXN

STRL

TCBP

WINT

Why Recursion Pharmaceuticals Shares Are Trading Lower By Around 10%? Here Are Other Stocks Moving In Tuesday's Mid-Day Session

Geron (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GERN#NASDAQ">GERN</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.10) per share which met the analyst consensus estimate. The company reported quarterly sales of $780.000 thousand which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $274.857 thousand by 183.78 percent. This is a 2.59K percent increase over sales of $29.000 thousand the same period last year.

Earnings Beats

Geron Q2 2024 GAAP EPS $(0.10), Inline, Sales $780.000K Beat $274.857K Estimate

Press Releases

Geron Reports Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

Geron to Participate in the 7th Annual Evercore ISI HealthCONx Conference

Geron Announces Phase 1 Findings from Two-Part IMproveMF Study Presented at ASH Suggesting Tolerability of RYTELO™ (imetelstat) in Combination with Ruxolitinib as Frontline Therapy in Patients with Myelofibrosis

Geron Announces New IMerge Analyses Presented at ASH Suggesting Clinical Activity of RYTELO™ (imetelstat) in Patients with Lower-Risk MDS Regardless of Type or Number of Prior Therapies

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