Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:OCUL) Stock

OCULAR THERAPEUTIX INC

Ocular Therapeutix

Ocular Therapeutix Inc is a biotechnology company that specializes in therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye. The company uses its proprietary hydrogel platform technology to deliver therapeutic agents to the eye. Its pipeline consists of eye medication that aims to overcome the limitations of current eye-drop-based therapies for ophthalmic diseases and conditions. Its pipeline product includes Dextenza, OTX-TIC, OTX-TKI, and OTX-IVT.

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Analysts' ratings for Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 7 analysts.
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">2</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">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">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Ocular Therapeutix, revealing an average target of $15.71, a high estimate of $19.00, and a low estimate of $14.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 4.21%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748545320_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Ocular Therapeutix. 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>Yi Chen</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Serge Belanger</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Serge Belanger</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Luca Issi</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Serge Belanger</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Wolleben</td>
<td>Citizens Capital Markets</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yi Chen</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</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 Ocular Therapeutix. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Ocular Therapeutix compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Ocular Therapeutix's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Ocular Therapeutix's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Ocular Therapeutix</h2>
Ocular Therapeutix Inc is a biotechnology company that specializes in therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye. The company uses its proprietary hydrogel platform technology to deliver therapeutic agents to the eye. Its pipeline consists of eye medication that aims to overcome the limitations of current eye-drop-based therapies for ophthalmic diseases and conditions. Its pipeline product includes Dextenza, OTX-TIC, OTX-TKI, and OTX-IVT.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Ocular Therapeutix's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Ocular Therapeutix's financials over 3M reveals challenges. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -27.59% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -598.74%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Ocular Therapeutix's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of -22.04%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ocular Therapeutix's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -14.83%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.29, Ocular Therapeutix adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</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.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Demystifying Ocular Therapeutix: Insights From 7 Analyst Reviews

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Yi Chen reiterates Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>) with a Buy and maintains $15 price target.

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Ocular Therapeutix shares are trading higher after the company announced that enrollment in the SOL-R registrational trial of its product candidate AXPAXLI in wet age-related macular degeneration will close this week.

<ul>
<li>Enrollment for SOL-R, the largest retinal TKI trial to date, supports randomization of at least 555 subjects</li>
<li>SOL-1, Ocular's first registrational trial in wet AMD, completed randomization in December 2024 and retention remains exceptional as the trial continues on track for top-line readout in 1Q 2026</li>
<li>These two complementary trials are intended to form the basis of an NDA submission of AXPAXLI in wet AMD</li>
</ul>

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Ocular Therapeutix Announced That Enrollment In The SOL-R Registrational Trial Of Its Product Candidate Axpaxli In Wet Age-related Macular Degeneration Will Close This Week, Top-Line Readout Expected In 1Q 2026

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Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
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<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>BSX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$286.6K</td>
<td>20.5K</td>
<td>19.1K</td>
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<td>UNH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/30/25</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$82.5K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
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<td>HUM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/30/25</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$330.7K</td>
<td>64</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
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<td>AKRO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$81.0K</td>
<td>573</td>
<td>292</td>
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<tr>
<td>OCUL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$32.5K</td>
<td>60</td>
<td>190</td>
</tr>
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<td>LLY</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/27/25</td>
<td>$810.00</td>
<td>$35.5K</td>
<td>12</td>
<td>169</td>
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<td>BMY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$43.0K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td>113</td>
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<tr>
<td>HIMS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$35.0K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td>85</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ABBV</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$93.8K</td>
<td>384</td>
<td>59</td>
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<tr>
<td>NVO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$29.9K</td>
<td>776</td>
<td>58</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For BSX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BSX#NYSE">BSX</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 31 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 11467 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $286.6K, with a price of $25.0 per contract. There were 20532 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 19153 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding UNH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 10 day(s) on May 30, 2025. Parties traded 60 contract(s) at a $320.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $82.5K, with a price of $1375.0 per contract. There were 2315 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5276 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding HUM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUM#NYSE">HUM</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 10 day(s) on May 30, 2025. Parties traded 1350 contract(s) at a $290.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $330.7K, with a price of $245.0 per contract. There were 64 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1371 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AKRO (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AKRO#NASDAQ">AKRO</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 31 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 270 contract(s) at a $50.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $81.0K, with a price of $300.0 per contract. There were 573 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 292 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding OCUL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 213 day(s) on December 19, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.5K, with a price of $325.0 per contract. There were 60 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 190 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LLY (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 38 day(s) on June 27, 2025. This event was a transfer of 24 contract(s) at a $810.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.5K, with a price of $1480.0 per contract. There were 12 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 169 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BMY (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 304 day(s) on March 20, 2026. Parties traded 104 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.0K, with a price of $414.0 per contract. There were 3563 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 113 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding HIMS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 87 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 25 contract(s) at a $60.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.0K, with a price of $1400.0 per contract. There were 2475 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 85 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ABBV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABBV#NYSE">ABBV</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 87 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 59 contract(s) at a $175.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $93.8K, with a price of $1590.0 per contract. There were 384 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 59 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NVO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 605 day(s) on January 15, 2027. This event was a transfer of 9 contract(s) at a $40.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.9K, with a price of $3330.0 per contract. There were 776 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 58 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
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6 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
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 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">2</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">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">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">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Ocular Therapeutix and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $15.83, accompanied by a high estimate of $19.00 and a low estimate of $14.00. This current average represents a 5.49% decrease from the previous average price target of $16.75. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746532874_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The perception of Ocular Therapeutix by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. 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>Serge Belanger</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Serge Belanger</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Luca Issi</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Serge Belanger</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Wolleben</td>
<td>Citizens Capital Markets</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yi Chen</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Ocular Therapeutix. This information provides 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 Ocular Therapeutix compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Ocular Therapeutix's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Ocular Therapeutix's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Ocular Therapeutix Better</h2>
Ocular Therapeutix Inc is a biotechnology company that specializes in therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye. The company uses its proprietary hydrogel platform technology to deliver therapeutic agents to the eye. Its pipeline consists of eye medication that aims to overcome the limitations of current eye-drop-based therapies for ophthalmic diseases and conditions. Its pipeline product includes Dextenza, OTX-TIC, OTX-TKI, and OTX-IVT.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Ocular Therapeutix's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Ocular Therapeutix's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 15.41% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in 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: Ocular Therapeutix's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -283.27%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Ocular Therapeutix's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -14.5%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ocular Therapeutix's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -10.21%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.24.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</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.
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 Expectations For Ocular Therapeutix's Future

Needham analyst Serge Belanger maintains Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $15 to $14.

Needham Maintains Buy on Ocular Therapeutix, Lowers Price Target to $14

Ocular Therapeutix Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>) shares are trading lower by 13.3% to $7.63 Monday afternoon after the company reported worse-than-expected&nbsp;first-quarter&nbsp;financial results.
What To Know: Ocular Therapeutix <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/g45190284/ocular-therapeutix-reports-first-quarter-2025-results-and-business-highlights">reported</a> first-quarter 2025 results that missed analyst expectations on both earnings and revenue. The company posted a net loss of 38 cents per share, wider than the consensus estimate of a 29 cent loss. 
Revenue fell 27.6% year-over-year to $10.7 million, significantly below the $16.83 million estimate, driven by lower DEXTENZA sales due to pricing impacts and changes in buying patterns across key healthcare settings.
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Despite financial setbacks, Ocular <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/g45190284/ocular-therapeutix-reports-first-quarter-2025-results-and-business-highlights">highlighted progress</a> in its AXPAXLI clinical programs. Phase 3 trials SOL-1 and SOL-R for wet age-related macular degeneration are advancing, with the FDA accepting key amendments that may support a six–12 month dosing regimen.
SOL-1 topline data remains on track for first-quarter 2026. The company also received favorable FDA feedback on a potential registrational trial for non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy.
What Else: Ocular ended the quarter with $349.7 million in cash, projecting runway into 2028. Operating expenses rose due to increased clinical activity and pre-commercialization efforts for AXPAXLI. 
The company says it anticipates revenue improvements later in 2025 as market dynamics stabilize.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy OCUL Stock</h1>
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For example, in Ocular Therapeutix&#8217;s 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.
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Earnings

Ocular Therapeutix (OCUL) Stock Drops 13% After Q1 Earnings

Ocular Therapeutix shares are trading lower after the company reported worse-than-expected Q1 financial results.

Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.38) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.29) by 31.03 percent. This is a 35.71 percent decrease over losses of $(0.28) per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $10.70 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $16.83 million by 36.44 percent. This is a 27.59 percent decrease over sales of $14.77 million the same period last year.

Earnings Misses

Ocular Therapeutix Q1 EPS $(0.38) Misses $(0.29) Estimate, Sales $10.70M Miss $16.83M Estimate

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ADEA

ADUS

AESI

AMRC

AOMR

AORT

ARES

AROC

AXSM

BCRX

BCSF

BFAM

BNTX

BRBR

BRCC

BWXT

CERT

CORT

CRBG

CRGY

CSTL

CTRA

DENN

DMRC

DORM

EKSO

ESCA

EVER

FANG

FRPT

GBDC

GECC

HSIC

HSII

HSTM

IART

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IPAR

IRMD

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JELD

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PLMR

PLOW

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PLYA

PRAA

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RAIL

RAND

Earnings Scheduled For May 5, 2025

Across the recent three months, 5 analysts have shared their insights on Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning 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">2</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">1</td>
<td align="right">1</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">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>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $16.2, with a high estimate of $19.00 and a low estimate of $15.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 6.52%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744120863_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The standing of Ocular Therapeutix 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.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;------------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;-----------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Serge Belanger &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $15.00&#x7C;$15.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Luca Issi &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $17.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Serge Belanger &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $15.00&#x7C;- &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jonathan Wolleben &#x7C;Citizens Capital Markets&#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Market Outperform&#x7C; $19.00&#x7C;$22.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Yi Chen &#x7C;HC Wainwright &amp; Co. &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $15.00&#x7C;$15.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Ocular Therapeutix. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Ocular Therapeutix compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Ocular Therapeutix's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Ocular Therapeutix</h2>
Ocular Therapeutix Inc is a biotechnology company that specializes in therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye. The company uses its proprietary hydrogel platform technology to deliver therapeutic agents to the eye. Its pipeline consists of eye medication that aims to overcome the limitations of current eye-drop-based therapies for ophthalmic diseases and conditions. Its pipeline product includes Dextenza, OTX-TIC, OTX-TKI, and OTX-IVT.
<h3>Ocular Therapeutix's Economic Impact: An Analysis</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, Ocular Therapeutix showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 15.41% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Health Care sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Ocular Therapeutix's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -283.27%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Ocular Therapeutix's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -14.5%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ocular Therapeutix's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -10.21%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Ocular Therapeutix's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.24.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Expert Outlook: Ocular Therapeutix Through The Eyes Of 5 Analysts

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<li>William Blair analyst Lachlan Brown initiated coverage on Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>) with an Outperform rating. Ocular Therapeutix shares closed at $6.30 on Monday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OCUL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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William Blair analyst Lachlan Brown initiates coverage on Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>) with a Outperform rating.

William Blair Initiates Coverage On Ocular Therapeutix with Outperform Rating

Needham analyst Serge Belanger reiterates Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>) with a Buy and maintains $15 price target.

Needham Reiterates Buy on Ocular Therapeutix, Maintains $15 Price Target

In the latest quarter, 4 analysts provided ratings for Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares 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">2</td>
<td align="right">2</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">0</td>
<td align="right">1</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">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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Analysts have recently evaluated Ocular Therapeutix and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $16.5, accompanied by a high estimate of $19.00 and a low estimate of $15.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 10.81%. 
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<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Ocular Therapeutix by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Luca Issi</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Serge Belanger</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Jonathan Wolleben</td>
<td>Citizens Capital Markets</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
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<td>Yi Chen</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<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 Ocular Therapeutix. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on 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 Ocular Therapeutix compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Ocular Therapeutix's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
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Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Ocular Therapeutix's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Ocular Therapeutix</h2>
Ocular Therapeutix Inc is a biotechnology company that specializes in therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye. The company uses its proprietary hydrogel platform technology to deliver therapeutic agents to the eye. Its pipeline consists of eye medication that aims to overcome the limitations of current eye-drop-based therapies for ophthalmic diseases and conditions. Its pipeline product includes Dextenza, OTX-TIC, OTX-TKI, and OTX-IVT.
<h3>Ocular Therapeutix's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Ocular Therapeutix's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 15.41% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in 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: Ocular Therapeutix's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -283.27%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -14.5%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ocular Therapeutix's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -10.21%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Ocular Therapeutix's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.24, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Basics 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.
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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What 4 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Ocular Therapeutix

RBC Capital analyst Luca Issi initiates coverage on Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>) with a Outperform rating and announces Price Target of $17.

RBC Capital Initiates Coverage On Ocular Therapeutix with Outperform Rating, Announces Price Target of $17

Needham initiated coverage on Ocular Therapeutix Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCUL#NASDAQ">OCUL</a>), noting the company&#8217;s lead asset, Axpaxli, an investigational axitinib-based intravitreal implant for wet age-related <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech" rel="noreferrer noopener">macular degeneration (wet AMD)</a>.
Axpaxli is the company&#8217;s key value driver and is under evaluation in two phase 3 trials. If positive, these trials could support approval with a product label that enables maintenance treatment with Q6M (every 6 months)-Q12M (every 12 months) dosing, which would represent a significant improvement over current treatment options that offer up to Q2M (every two months)-Q4M (every 4 months) dosing.
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Ocular Therapeutix has completed randomization in the first wet AMD trial, SOL-1. The company expects topline results for SOL-1 to be available in the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/g42969789/ocular-therapeutix-shares-sol-r-enrollment-progress-and-next-steps-for-axpaxli-in-npdr" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourth quarter of 2025</a>.
The company has enrolled 311 subjects in SOL-R, Ocular&#8217;s second registrational trial of Axpaxli in wet AMD. The company also plans to seek FDA feedback in the first half of 2025 on clinical trial design for Axpaxli in non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR).
The analyst Serge Belanger has initiated with a Buy rating <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OCUL/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">and a price target of $15</a>.
Needham writes that intravitreally injected anti-VEGFs make up the ~$15 billion retinal disease market.
The analyst expects Axpaxli to play a role as a second-line treatment in the ~40% of 1.65 million wet AMD patients treated with anti-VEGFs who fail to adequately respond to anti-VEGFs and/or are dissatisfied with the high number of required IVT injections. Needham expects peak sales of around $1.5 billion based on a 15-20% share of this second-line AMD patient population.
&#8220;We believe Axpaxli&#8217;s product profile and unique pivotal ph 3 program offer substantial advantageous differentiation over other products in development seeking to provide long-term treatment duration,&#8221; Needham writes.
Ocular Therapeutix reported a fourth-quarter loss of 29 cents per share, compared to a consensus of 24 cents, with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">sales of $17.1 million</a>.
The company expects its cash balance of $392.1 million to fund operations into 2028 without raising<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44073248/ocular-therapeutix-reports-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results-and-business-highlights" rel="noreferrer noopener"> additional capital</a>.
Price Action: OCUL stock is up 10.10% at $8.42 at the last check on Tuesday.
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