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ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Stock (NASDAQ: ACAD)

ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:ACAD) Stock

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ACADIA Pharmaceuticals

Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of medicines that address unmet medical needs in central nervous system (CNS) disorders and rare diseases. It has two core franchises in neuroscience and neuro-rare diseases. The neuroscience franchise is anchored by its commercial product NUPLAZID (pimavanserin), which is used for the treatment of hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson's Disease Psychosis (PDP). The neuro-rare disease franchise is anchored by the commercial product DAYBUE, which is used for the treatment of Rett syndrome. In addition, the company has various product candidates under development in different stages, including ACP-204, ACP-101, ACP-211, ACP-711, ACP-2591, etc.

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- Composition of matter patent affirmed, provides protection into 2030
- Builds on recent ruling in favor of Acadia for formulation patent expiring in 2038
Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) today announced that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed a decision issued by the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware in December 2023 confirming validity of the NUPLAZID&#xAE; (pimavanserin) '740 composition of matter patent. The affirmance came in Acadia's litigation against MSN Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. and MSN Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
In its affirmance, the Appeals Court applied the precedent established in Allergan USA, Inc. v. MSN Laboratories Private Ltd., MSN Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, holding that "a first filed, first-issued, later-expiring claim cannot be invalidated by a later-filed, later-issued, earlier-expiring reference claim having a common priority date."

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Acadia Wins Appeals Court Affirmation Of NUPLAZID Composition Of Matter Patent Valid Through 2030, Strengthening IP Protection Alongside Recent Formulation Patent Ruling Extending To 2038

In May, the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware ruled in favor of ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) regarding its ‘721 formulation patent for Nuplazid (pimavanserin), Acadia&#8217;s drug for the treatment of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Parkinson&#8217;s Disease Psychosis</a>.
In order, the court ruled in favor of Acadia on infringement and validity arguments in its formulation patent litigation against Aurobindo Pharma Limited and other ANDA (Abbreviated New <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45474227/delaware-district-court-rules-in-favor-of-acadia-in-nuplazid-pimavanserin-formulation-patent-litig" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Drug Application) filers</a>.
&#8220;We are very pleased with today&#8217;s decisive ruling in our favor, which provides patent protection for NUPLAZID 34 mg capsule formulation into 2038,&#8221; said CEO Catherine Owen Adams.
JPMorgan sees the ruling as &#8220;as a clear positive.&#8221;
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Analyst Tessa T Romero writes, &#8220;We believe it is logical to assume the parties would appeal the ruling, a process that could take ~1-2 years from start to finish.&#8221;
JPMorgan on Friday increased the price target from $26 to $30, reiterating <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ACAD/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the Overweight rating</a>.
The analyst also notes the appeal in the composition of matter (COM) patent litigation at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit is scheduled for June 6. The patent at issue is the ‘740 COM patent, which covers pimavanserin and salts thereof into 2030, including a patent term extension approved by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
The JPMorgan analyst is confident that the U.S. Court of Appeals will favor Acadia on the ‘740 patent case. The analyst points to three reasons:
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>In December 2023, a lower court ruled in Acadia&#8217;s favor, confirming the patent&#8217;s validity.</li>
<li>A similar case involving Allergan also ended positively, which supports Acadia&#8217;s position.</li>
<li>Legal experts consulted by JPMorgan believe there&#8217;s a 95% chance the ruling will go Acadia&#8217;s way.</li>
</ul>
The increased price target is based on the analyst&#8217;s conviction around a favorable outcome from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit on the ‘740 patent.
Analyst Romero extended Nuplazid LOE assumption to 2038 from 2030 and, at the same time, accounted for potential headwinds from price negotiations under the IRA in the outer years as well as potential competitive threats from certain generic entrants, which could become available following the expiry of Nuplazid&#8217;s COM patent in 2030.
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JPMorgan Lifts Acadia Price Target After Nuplazid Patent Victory

JP Morgan analyst Tessa Romero maintains ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $26 to $30.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Raises Price Target to $30

Across the recent three months, 11 analysts have shared their insights on ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved 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">5</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</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">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">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>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $27.45, with a high estimate of $35.00 and a low estimate of $22.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 14.81% from the previous average price target of $23.91.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749146492_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
The standing of ACADIA Pharmaceuticals among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration 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>Tazeen Ahmad</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Hoang</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Hung</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Uy Ear</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joel Beatty</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gregory Renza</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Evan David Seigerman</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Fein</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ami Fadia</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ashwani Verma</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ami Fadia</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to ACADIA Pharmaceuticals. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of ACADIA Pharmaceuticals compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Better</h2>
Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of medicines that address unmet medical needs in central nervous system (CNS) disorders and rare diseases. It has two core franchises in neuroscience and neuro-rare diseases. The neuroscience franchise is anchored by its commercial product NUPLAZID (pimavanserin), which is used for the treatment of hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson's Disease Psychosis (PDP). The neuro-rare disease franchise is anchored by the commercial product DAYBUE, which is used for the treatment of Rett syndrome. In addition, the company has various product candidates under development in different stages, including ACP-204, ACP-101, ACP-211, ACP-711, ACP-2591, etc.
<h3>ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, ACADIA Pharmaceuticals showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 18.7% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower 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 7.77%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 2.53%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.64%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.07, ACADIA Pharmaceuticals adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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The Analyst Verdict: ACADIA Pharmaceuticals In The Eyes Of 11 Experts

B of A Securities analyst Tazeen Ahmad maintains ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $18 to $23.

B of A Securities Maintains Neutral on ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Raises Price Target to $23

Deutsche Bank analyst David Hoang upgrades ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) from Hold to Buy and raises the price target from $20 to $35.

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Deutsche Bank Upgrades ACADIA Pharmaceuticals to Buy, Raises Price Target to $35

Morgan Stanley analyst Jeffrey Hung maintains ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $20 to $24.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Raises Price Target to $24

Mizuho analyst Uy Ear maintains ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $20 to $23.

Mizuho Maintains Neutral on ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Raises Price Target to $23

Baird analyst Joel Beatty maintains ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $28 to $31.

Baird Maintains Outperform on ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Raises Price Target to $31

RBC Capital analyst Gregory Renza reiterates ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $26 price target.

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RBC Capital Reiterates Outperform on ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Maintains $26 Price Target

BMO Capital analyst Evan David Seigerman maintains ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $24 to $28.

BMO Capital Maintains Outperform on ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Raises Price Target to $28

ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) announced a favorable <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ACAD">court ruling on Friday</a>.
The U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware upheld the validity and found infringement of Acadia&#8217;s ‘721 formulation patent for NUPLAZID (pimavanserin), a treatment for Parkinson's Disease Psychosis.
The decision protects the 34 mg capsule formulation from generic competition until 2038, blocking challenges from Aurobindo Pharma and other generic drugmakers.
&#8220;We are very pleased with today&#8217;s decisive ruling in our favor, which provides patent protection for NUPLAZID 34 mg capsule formulation into 2038,&#8221; said Catherine Owen Adams, Chief Executive Officer. &#8220;This result highlights Acadia&#8217;s dedication to safeguarding our advancements in therapies for conditions with significant unmet medical needs.&#8221;
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals shares gained 26.5% to close at $22.26 on Friday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on ACADIA Pharmaceuticals following the announcement.
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Needham analyst Ami Fadia maintained ACADIA Pharmaceuticals with a Buy and raised the price target from $27 to $30.</li>
<li>HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Andrew Fein maintained the stock with a Buy and boosted the price target from $27 to $32.</li>
</ul>
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These Analysts Boost Their Forecasts On Acadia Pharmaceuticals

In the preceding three months, 8 analysts have released ratings for ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
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">6</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</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>
<tr>
<td>1M 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>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">1</td>
<td align="right">1</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 $26.88, a high estimate of $32.00, and a low estimate of $20.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 2.4% from the previous average price target of $26.25.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747656047_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 ACADIA Pharmaceuticals 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>Andrew Fein</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ami Fadia</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ashwani Verma</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ami Fadia</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Hung</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Duncan</td>
<td>Cantor Fitzgerald</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Fein</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ami Fadia</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to ACADIA Pharmaceuticals. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of ACADIA Pharmaceuticals compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About ACADIA Pharmaceuticals</h2>
Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of medicines that address unmet medical needs in central nervous system (CNS) disorders and rare diseases. It has two core franchises in neuroscience and neuro-rare diseases. The neuroscience franchise is anchored by its commercial product NUPLAZID (pimavanserin), which is used for the treatment of hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson's Disease Psychosis (PDP). The neuro-rare disease franchise is anchored by the commercial product DAYBUE, which is used for the treatment of Rett syndrome. In addition, the company has various product candidates under development in different stages, including ACP-204, ACP-101, ACP-211, ACP-711, ACP-2591, etc.
<h3>A Deep Dive into ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 18.7%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 7.77%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 2.53%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.64%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.07, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
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Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Needham raised ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) price target from $27 to $30. Needham analyst Ami Fadia maintained a Buy rating. ACADIA Pharmaceuticals shares closed at $22.26 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ACAD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Jefferies cut the price target for BP p.l.c. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>) from $40.8 to $29. Jefferies analyst Giacomo Romeo downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold. BP shares closed at $29.76 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan boosted Marqeta, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MQ#NASDAQ">MQ</a>) price target from $5 to $6. JP Morgan analyst Tien-Tsin Huang upgraded the stock from Neutral to Overweight. Marqeta shares closed at $5.04 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MQ/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan raised the price target for Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) from $1,150 to $1,220. JP Morgan analyst Doug Anmuth downgraded the stock from Overweight to Neutral. Netflix shares closed at $1,191.53 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NFLX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Barclays raised the price target for Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WSM#NYSE">WSM</a>) from $131 to $166. Barclays analyst Seth Sigman upgraded the stock from Underweight to Equal-Weight. Williams-Sonoma shares closed at $173.84 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WSM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>HC Wainwright &amp; Co. raised ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) price target from $27 to $32. HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Andrew Fein maintained a Buy rating. ACADIA Pharmaceuticals shares settled at $22.26 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ACAD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Loop Capital raised Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHTR#NASDAQ">CHTR</a>) price target from $430 to $510. Loop Capital analyst Alan Gould upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy. Charter Communications shares closed at $427.25 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHTR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Citigroup cut Helmerich &amp; Payne, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HP#NYSE">HP</a>) price target from $25 to $19. Citigroup analyst Scott Gruber downgraded the stock from Buy to Neutral. Helmerich &amp; Payne shares closed at $17.80 on Friday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>UBS increased the price target for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) from $46 to $66. UBS analyst Thomas Wadewitz upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy. Delta Air Lines shares settled at $50.92 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DAL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>UBS raised Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADM#NYSE">ADM</a>) price target from $55 to $60. UBS analyst Manav Gupta upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy. Archer-Daniels-Midland shares closed at $50.13 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/adm/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Andrew Fein maintains ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $27 to $32.

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Needham analyst Ami Fadia maintains ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $27 to $30.

Needham Maintains Buy on ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Raises Price Target to $30

ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) stock jumped 26.6% to $22.29 on Friday afternoon following a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/b45474227/delaware-district-court-rules-in-favor-of-acadia-in-nuplazid-pimavanserin-formulation-patent-litig">favorable court ruling</a>.
What To Know: The U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware upheld the validity and found infringement of Acadia's ‘721 formulation patent for NUPLAZID (pimavanserin), a treatment for Parkinson&#8217;s Disease Psychosis. 
The decision protects the 34 mg capsule formulation from generic competition until 2038, blocking challenges from Aurobindo Pharma and other generic drugmakers. 
Acadia CEO Catherine Owen Adams praised the ruling as a major win, emphasizing the company's commitment to protecting innovations that address serious unmet medical needs.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy ACAD Stock</h2>
Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. 
For example, in ACADIA Pharmaceuticals&#8217; case, it is in the Health Care sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, ACAD has a 52-week high of $25.23 and a 52-week low of $13.40.

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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Inozyme Pharma (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INZY#NASDAQ">INZY</a>) stock moved upwards by 178.2% to $3.95 during Friday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $253.7 million. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out 2 days ago. </li>
<li>Rani Therapeutics Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RANI#NASDAQ">RANI</a>) stock increased by 26.52% to $0.72. The company's market cap stands at $24.2 million. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out 3 days ago. </li>
<li>ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) shares increased by 25.62% to $22.11. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.7 billion. </li>
<li>Biodesix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDSX#NASDAQ">BDSX</a>) stock moved upwards by 25.47% to $0.28. The company's market cap stands at $40.0 million. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out 3 days ago. </li>
<li>Agape ATP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATPC#NASDAQ">ATPC</a>) stock moved upwards by 25.33% to $1.88. The company's market cap stands at $94.0 million. The company's, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Psyence Biomedical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBM#NASDAQ">PBM</a>) shares increased by 22.8% to $5.43. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.1 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Healthcare Triangle (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HCTI#NASDAQ">HCTI</a>) shares declined by 67.3% to $0.01 during Friday's regular session. </li>
<li>Polyrizon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLRZ#NASDAQ">PLRZ</a>) shares fell 22.48% to $0.01. </li>
<li>Applied DNA Sciences (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APDN#NASDAQ">APDN</a>) shares decreased by 19.63% to $0.65. The company's, Q2 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>NuCana (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCNA#NASDAQ">NCNA</a>) shares fell 18.92% to $0.04. </li>
<li>Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTRN#NASDAQ">LTRN</a>) stock declined by 18.44% to $3.15. The company's market cap stands at $33.9 million. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Aytu BioPharma (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AYTU#NASDAQ">AYTU</a>) stock declined by 18.15% to $2.12. The company's market cap stands at $13.0 million. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out 2 days ago. 
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U.S. stocks were mixed, with the Dow Jones index gaining around 0.1% on Friday.
Shares of Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVLV#NASDAQ">EVLV</a>) rose sharply during Friday's session after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EVLV">company announced preliminary first-quarter financial results.</a>
The company said it expects revenue growth of 40%+ in the first quarter.
Evolv Technologies shares jumped 21% to $5.08 on Friday.
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<li>Quantum Computing Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>) jumped 33.7% to $12.34 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly EPS results.</li>
<li>NWTN Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWTN#NASDAQ">NWTN</a>) gained 30.2% to $1.64. NWTN announced the appointment of Mr. Benjamin Zhai as Executive Director of the Board and Global Chief Executive Officer.</li>
<li>ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) rose 29% to $22.70 after a court decision ruled in favor of the company regarding patent infringement claims over Nuplazid.</li>
<li>Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADV#NASDAQ">ADV</a>) gained 24.7% to $1.3596.</li>
<li>CoreWeave, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWV#NASDAQ">CRWV</a>) gained 18.5% to $77.95 after Nvidia disclosed it added a stake in the company via a 13F filing equating to approximately 24.18 million shares. Additionally, JP Morgan and Needham raised their respective price targets on the stock.</li>
<li>Applied Digital Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APLD#NASDAQ">APLD</a>) gained 18.5% to $6.64.</li>
<li>Semler Scientific, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMLR#NASDAQ">SMLR</a>) rose 14.4% to $36.36.</li>
<li>Archer Aviation Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACHR#NASDAQ">ACHR</a>) surged 10.3% to $13.45.</li>
<li>Vipshop Holdings Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIPS#NYSE">VIPS</a>) rose 7.5% to $15.59. Vipshop will announce first quarter 2025 financial results on May 20.</li>
<li>Regencell Bioscience Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGC#NASDAQ">RGC</a>) gained 7% to $430.00.</li>
<li>Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) rose 6.8% to $261.17 after the company announced a partnership with Webull Pay to power crypto experiences. Additionally, Benchmark raised its price target on the stock from $252 to $301.</li>
<li>Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HALO#NASDAQ">HALO</a>) gained 5% to $51.35.</li>
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Press Releases

Acadia Pharmaceuticals to Announce First Quarter Financial Results on May 7, 2025

Acadia Pharmaceuticals to Participate in the BofA Securities 2025 Health Care Conference

Acadia Pharmaceuticals Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Operating Overview

Delaware District Court Rules in Favor of Acadia in NUPLAZID® (pimavanserin) Formulation Patent Litigation

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

Acadia Pharmaceuticals Appoints Allyson McMillan-Youngblood as Senior Vice President, Rare Disease Franchise

Acadia Pharmaceuticals to Participate in the Goldman Sachs 46th Annual Global Healthcare Conference

Acadia Pharmaceuticals to Host R&D Day in New York City on June 25, 2025

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Affirms Prior Delaware District Court Rulings in Favor of Acadia in NUPLAZID® (pimavanserin) Composition of Matter Patent

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