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United Therapeutics

United Therapeutics Corp specializes in drug development for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), a rare and progressive disease marked by abnormally high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs. The company's therapies for PAH largely focus on the prostacyclin pathway, and many of its treatments are based on the same molecule, treprostinil. The company markets and sells the following commercial therapies in the United States to treat PAH: Tyvaso DPI (treprostinil) Inhalation Powder, Remodulin Injection, Orenitram (treprostinil) Extended-Release Tablets, Adcirca (tadalafil) Tablets, and Unituxin. In addition, it is developing a pipeline of projects that includes new indications and delivery devices for existing products and new products to treat PAH and other conditions.

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United Therapeutics Corp

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Andrew Fein reiterates United Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>) with a Buy and maintains $425 price target.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on United Therapeutics, Maintains $425 Price Target

JP Morgan analyst Jessica Fye maintains United Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $355 to $350.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on United Therapeutics, Lowers Price Target to $350

Morgan Stanley analyst Terence Flynn maintains United Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $346 to $348.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on United Therapeutics, Raises Price Target to $348

United Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $6.63 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $6.52 by 1.69 percent. This is a 7.46 percent increase over earnings of $6.17 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $794.40 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $729.83 million by 8.85 percent. This is a 17.22 percent increase over sales of $677.70 million the same period last year.

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United Therapeutics Q1 EPS $6.63 Beats $6.52 Estimate, Sales $794.40M Beat $729.83M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 30, 2025

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<li>Wells Fargo analyst Tiago Fauth downgraded United Therapeutics Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>) from Overweight to Equal-Weight and slashed the price target from $395 to $314. United Therapeutics shares closed at $296.42 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/UTHR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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This United Therapeutics Analyst Is No Longer Bullish; Here Are Top 4 Downgrades For Friday

Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on United Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
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The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $352.0, a high estimate of $425.00, and a low estimate of $314.00. This current average represents a 5.57% decrease from the previous average price target of $372.75. 
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<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive United Therapeutics. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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&#x7C;Tiago Fauth &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $314.00&#x7C;$395.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jessica Fye &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $355.00&#x7C;$357.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Greg Harrison &#x7C;B of A Securities &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $314.00&#x7C;$314.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Andrew Fein &#x7C;HC Wainwright &amp; Co. &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $425.00&#x7C;$425.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<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 United Therapeutics. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive 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 United Therapeutics compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of United Therapeutics's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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For valuable insights into United Therapeutics's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into United Therapeutics's Background</h2>
United Therapeutics Corp specializes in drug development for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), a rare and progressive disease marked by abnormally high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs. The company's therapies for PAH largely focus on the prostacyclin pathway, and many of its treatments are based on the same molecule, treprostinil. The company markets and sells the following commercial therapies in the United States to treat PAH: Tyvaso DPI (treprostinil) Inhalation Powder, Remodulin Injection, Orenitram (treprostinil) Extended-Release Tablets, Adcirca (tadalafil) Tablets, and Unituxin. In addition, it is developing a pipeline of projects that includes new indications and delivery devices for existing products and new products to treat PAH and other conditions.
<h3>United Therapeutics: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining United Therapeutics's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 19.72% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in 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: United Therapeutics's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 40.94%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): United Therapeutics's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 4.8%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): United Therapeutics's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 4.16%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.05.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a 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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Demystifying United Therapeutics: Insights From 4 Analyst Reviews

Wells Fargo analyst Tiago Fauth downgrades United Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>) from Overweight to Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $395 to $314.

Wells Fargo Downgrades United Therapeutics to Equal-Weight, Lowers Price Target to $314

JP Morgan analyst Jessica Fye maintains United Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $357 to $355.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on United Therapeutics, Lowers Price Target to $355

B of A Securities analyst Greg Harrison upgrades United Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>) from Underperform to Neutral and maintains the price target from $314 to $314.

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B of A Securities Upgrades United Therapeutics to Neutral, Maintains Price Target to $314

United Therapeutics Announces Series Of Presentations And Sponsored Events At ATS 2025, Highlighting Pulmonary Hypertension And Fibrosis Studies

United Therapeutics Corporation Says It Will Feature Clinical Data Across Its Commercial And Development Portfolio At International Society For Heart And Lung Transplantation 45th Annual Meeting And Scientific Sessions

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United Therapeutics shares are trading lower after the company reported worse-than-expected Q4 financial results.

United Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $6.19 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $6.27 by 1.28 percent. This is a 41.97 percent increase over earnings of $4.36 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $735.90 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $734.74 million by 0.16 percent. This is a 19.72 percent increase over sales of $614.70 million the same period last year.

United Therapeutics Q4 2024 GAAP EPS $6.19 Misses $6.27 Estimate, Sales $735.90M Beat $734.74M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For February 26, 2025

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United Therapeutics Commences Enrollment Of The TETON 1 Study to Treat Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis

The study will enroll an initial cohort of six end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients, expanding to up to 50 participants, and is intended to support a Biologics License Application (BLA) with the FDA.
United Therapeutics expects the first xenotransplant in this trial to be performed around mid-year 2025.

United Therapeutics Says Cleared Its Investigational New Drug Application To Initiate Clinical Study Of Investigational UKidney Derived From 10 Gene-edited Source Pig

Posters include real-world dosing of Tyvaso DPI&#xAE; in pulmonary arterial hypertension and pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease, and data from the BREEZE open-label extension study of Tyvaso DPI detailing its long-term outcomes and dosing in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension&nbsp;
United Therapeutics is sponsoring the Women in PH Luncheon and the Career Catalyst Luncheon: Speed Mentoring for Early Career PH Professionals
United Therapeutics Corporation (Nasdaq: UTHR), a public benefit corporation, today announced that five posters across its commercial and development portfolio in pulmonary hypertension (PH) will be presented at the Pulmonary Vascular Research Institute (PVRI) 2025 Annual Congress taking place January 29 through February 1, 2025 in Rio de Janeiro. In addition, professionals from United Therapeutics will participate in two speaking events associated with the congress.
United Therapeutics is also proud to sponsor the Women in PH Luncheon and the Career Catalyst Luncheon: Speed Mentoring for Early Career PH Professionals.

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United Therapeutics To Present Clinical Data Across Its Commercial And Development Portfolio At The Pulmonary Vascular Research Institute 2025 Annual Congress

Press Releases

United Therapeutics Corporation Announces Full Enrollment of the TETON 1 Study of Inhaled Treprostinil for the Treatment of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis

United Therapeutics Corporation to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results Before the Market Opens on Wednesday, February 26, 2025

United Therapeutics Corporation to Present at the TD Cowen 45th Annual Health Care Conference

United Therapeutics Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results

United Therapeutics Corporation to Present at the Leerink Partners Global Healthcare Conference 2025

United Therapeutics Named to '100 Best Companies to Work For' in 2025 by Fortune Media and Great Place to Work

United Therapeutics Corporation to Feature Clinical Data Across its Commercial and Development Portfolio at the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation 45th Annual Meeting and Scientific Sessions

United Therapeutics Corporation to Report First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Before Market Open on Wednesday, April 30, 2025

United Therapeutics to Feature Clinical Data Across its Commercial and Development Portfolio at the American Thoracic Society 2025 International Conference

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