Risk factor
Very high price volatility
Profitability factor
Very low or no dividends
About
Acurx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. functions as a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical firm focused on developing innovative antibiotic treatments for bacterial infections. The company's primary drug candidate is ibezapolstat, an antibiotic that utilizes a novel mechanism of action by targeting the polymerase IIIC enzyme. Ibezapolstat has successfully completed Phase II clinical trials for addressing Clostridium difficile infections. Additionally, Acurx is progressing with ACX-375C, an investigational therapeutic suitable for both oral and injectable administration. This compound is being developed to combat various gram-positive bacteria, including resistant strains such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus, and penicillin-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae. Acurx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was established in 2017 and is headquartered in Staten Island, New York.
Company Valuation
From both historical and forecast perspectives, the stock is slightly overpriced compared to similar stocks. Specifically, the stock is overvalued on EV/EBITDA.