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Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (CAPR)

Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. NASDAQ

$6.59 -0.2900 (-4.22%)
Latest Price
AI Analyst Consensus
Hold
41 / 100
Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (CAPR) is currently trading at $6.59, below its 50-day SMA of $7.82 and 200-day SMA of $21.88, indicating a bearish technical outlook. The company has received a 'Hold' consensus rating from Wall Street, with 10 analysts covering the stock, a median price target of $25.00, and an average upside potential of 279.4%. Despite this optimistic target, insider transactions show a net seller position, with $8.4 million in sales versus no reported purchases, contributing to a moderate sell signal. Financially, Capricor Therapeutics exhibits a negative EPS of -2.57 and a negative return on equity of -73.70%. The company's profit and operating margins are reported at 0.00%, and its debt-to-equity ratio stands at 0.37, which is below the sector median of 0.37. While the company's balance sheet appears manageable relative to its sector, its current profitability and operational metrics do not support its current valuation, especially when considering the insider selling activity.

CAPR at a glance

Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (CAPR): Hold, 41/100 on CleaRank's AI score.

  • Trend Down: the price is below both its 50- and 200-day moving averages ($7.82 and $21.88).
  • Insiders Insiders sold $8.4M and made no open-market purchases over the last 18 months.

As of October 15, 2026, Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (CAPR) trades at $6.590. Wall Street's consensus target is $25.00 across 10 analysts. The 14-day RSI (daily closes) is 34, showing bearish momentum without being oversold, and the price is below its 50-day simple moving average of $7.819.

Figures as of October 15, 2026.

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CAPR Price Analysis

Market Metrics

Open
$6.76
Day Range
$6.47 to $6.89
Prev Close
$6.88
Volume
2.51M
52-Week Range
$2.96 to $40.37
Market Cap
$383.72M

Peer Benchmarking

Valuation vs Sector (Healthcare)

Performance vs XLV

CAPR Financial Performance

Revenue vs. Earnings

Annual

Quarterly

Earnings Reality Check

In the last 2 quarters, CAPR beat the analyst estimate 2 times; the stock fell in the first session after 1 of those beats.
CAPR earnings surprises and the stock's reaction
Report EPS estimate EPS actual Surprise First session 5 sessions
Feb 16, 2026 -$10.85 -$0.59 +94.56% +10.86% +21.19%
Nov 13, 2025 -$0.50 $0.13 +126.00% -2.95% -1.39%

Reports after February 16, 2026 are not yet in our data.

The first session is the first full trading day on the news: the report day itself for a report before the open, the next day for one after the close. Surprise is actual EPS against the consensus estimate.

As of October 15, 2026, CAPR has beaten the analyst EPS estimate in 2 of its last 2 reported quarters and fell in the first trading session after 1 of those beats; its most recent report in our data, on February 16, 2026, came in 94.56% above the estimate and the stock moved +10.86% in the first session.

CAPR Analysis

Company's Health 2/5
12-Month Analyst Target +279.36% above price
Median of 10 analysts (12-month)
$25.00
AI Analyst Consensus Score Hold
Capricor Therapeutics (CAPR) is currently trading below its 50-day SMA of $7.82 and its 20-day EMA of $8.08, signaling a bearish short-term trend. The 14-day RSI is at 33.55, indicating bearish momentum and suggesting the stock is approaching oversold territory but not yet there. The MACD is at -0.496, further reinforcing the bearish sentiment. Key support levels are not clearly defined due to the stock's downward trajectory, but the current price of $6.59 is below the 50-day SMA, which now acts as resistance. The 200-day SMA at $21.88 represents a significant long-term resistance level. Volume has been below its average, with the latest volume at 2,509,800 compared to an average of 3,016,150, suggesting a lack of strong conviction from buyers at current levels.
ProTips
  • Capricor Therapeutics (CAPR) is trading below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages ($7.82 and $21.88), indicating a bearish trend; consider waiting for a confirmed break above these levels before initiating new positions.
  • With a negative EPS and 0.00% profit margin, investors should be aware of the company's burn rate and consider position sizing carefully, especially given the moderate insider selling.
Key Catalysts
Bullish Positive Clinical Trial Data

Positive results from ongoing clinical trials for Capricor's lead candidates could significantly boost investor confidence and drive the stock price higher.

Source: Company Pipeline Updates
Bullish Analyst Upgrades and Price Target Increases

Recent analyst upgrades from firms like B. Riley Securities and Piper Sandler suggest a potentially improving outlook, which could lead to further positive price action if sustained.

Source: Wall Street Analyst Ratings
Bearish Moderate Insider Selling Signal

Insiders have sold approximately $8.4 million worth of stock with no reported purchases, indicating a moderate sell signal that could weigh on investor sentiment.

Source: Insider Transaction Filings
Bearish Bearish Technical Momentum

The stock is trading below its 50-day and 20-day moving averages, with a bearish RSI status, suggesting continued downward pressure in the short term.

Source: Technical Chart Analysis
Market Outlook
Capricor Therapeutics (CAPR) faces a challenging outlook in the near to medium term, with its stock trading below key moving averages and exhibiting bearish technical momentum. The company's current financial performance is characterized by losses and a lack of profitability, which contrasts with the optimistic median analyst price target of $25.00. This target suggests that analysts are factoring in significant future growth or pipeline success that is not yet reflected in current fundamentals. The primary upside catalyst for CAPR would be successful clinical trial results or regulatory approvals for its pipeline candidates, which could dramatically alter its growth trajectory and valuation. Conversely, continued financial underperformance, failure to advance its pipeline, or a shift in analyst sentiment could lead to further price declines, especially given the moderate insider selling and the stock's current technical weakness.

Key Statistics

Market Cap 383.72M
P/E Ratio N/A (Negative EPS)
EPS (TTM) -2.57
Dividend Yield 0.00%
52 Week High 40.37
52 Week Low 2.96

As of October 15, 2026, CAPR trades at $6.59, with a market value of $383.72M and no P/E ratio (its trailing earnings are negative).

Capricor Therapeutics (CAPR) faces valuation challenges, as indicated by its negative EPS of -2.57 and a negative return on equity of -73.70%. The company's profit and operating margins are reported at 0.00%, highlighting a lack of profitability. Its debt-to-equity ratio of 0.37 is in line with the sector median of 0.37, suggesting a stable balance sheet in that regard. The company's forward-looking growth estimates for next year are negative (-1.8%), which contrasts sharply with the optimistic price targets.

Earnings & Growth Analysis

Capricor Therapeutics (CAPR) reported mixed earnings results. The most recent available results, reported on February 16, 2026, showed an EPS of -0.59 against an estimate of -10.85, representing a significant positive surprise of 94.56% and leading to a 10.86% price increase. However, prior results from November 13, 2025, showed an EPS of 0.13 versus an estimate of -0.50, a 126% surprise, but the stock declined 2.95%. This inconsistency in stock reaction to earnings suggests that market sentiment is volatile and not solely driven by EPS beats.

Key Risks

Capricor Therapeutics (CAPR) faces significant risks including its lack of profitability, with 0.00% profit and operating margins, and a negative return on equity of -73.70%. The company's stock is trading below its key moving averages, indicating bearish technical momentum. Also, insider transactions reveal a net seller position, with $8.4 million in sales and no reported purchases.

Technical Indicators i

RSI (14-day) 33.55
MACD (12, 26) -0.496
SMA (50-day) 7.82
SMA (200-day) 21.88
Technical Rating Bearish
RSI
Bearish
SMA Cross
Bearish
Price vs SMA
Bearish
MACD
Bearish
Moving averages show a lagging Death Cross (50-day: $7.819, 200-day: $21.88), price is trading below the 50-day SMA.

As of October 15, 2026, with CAPR at $6.59, its 14-day RSI is 33.6 (showing bearish momentum without being oversold), its 50-day simple moving average is $7.82 and its 200-day is $21.88.

Calculated by CleaRank on daily closes as of October 15, 2026: Wilder's 14-day RSI, 50- and 200-day simple moving averages, MACD line (12, 26).

Market Correlations

How this stock moves relative to other assets

Based on 1 year of daily price data. Correlations may vary over different time periods.

S&P 500 (SPY) +0.10
Weak correlation
Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) +0.09
Weak correlation
Bitcoin (BTC) +0.01
Weak correlation
Gold (XAU) -0.03
Weak correlation

As of October 15, 2026, CAPR's 1-year correlation of daily returns is +0.10 with S&P 500 (SPY), +0.09 with Nasdaq 100 (QQQ), +0.01 with Bitcoin (BTC) and -0.03 with gold (XAU).

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CAPR Wall Street View

12-month price targets

Low $7.00 Median $25.00 (+279.4%) High $54.00

The price, $6.59, sits below every analyst's target.

Ratings

Buy 4 Hold 6 Sell 0 3 months ago: 0 of 10 buy

Recent rating actions

Recent analyst rating actions on CAPR
Date Firm Action Rating
Sep 14, 2026 B. Riley Securities Upgrade Buy
Sep 1, 2026 Piper Sandler Upgrade Overweight
Aug 14, 2026 Cantor Fitzgerald Upgrade Overweight
Jul 31, 2026 Jones Trading Downgrade Hold
Jul 30, 2026 Piper Sandler Downgrade Neutral
Jul 30, 2026 Cantor Fitzgerald Downgrade Neutral

As of October 15, 2026, 10 Wall Street analysts cover CAPR: 4 rate it a buy or strong buy, 6 a hold and 0 a sell or strong sell. Their 12-month price targets range from $7.00 to $54.00, with a median of $25.00, 279.4% above the price of $6.59.

Source: TwelveData analyst consensus. Targets and ratings belong to the analysts, not to CleaRank.

CAPR Trade Plans

Specific entry, exit, and risk management levels

Select Your Trade Bias
Risk Tolerance
Conservative 2% Aggressive
Portfolio Value
$
Position Size: Enter portfolio size →

Entry Strategies pick an entry style

Conservative
$6.524
Slight discount to current
Wait for small dip
Aggressive
$6.590
At current price
Enter now if confident

Risk Management

STOP LOSS
$5.889
MAX LOSS
-9.7%
Volatility-Adjusted Stop Loss
Calculated based on RSI (33.6) and current market volatility

Profit Targets (Based on Conservative Entry)

TARGET 1
$6.720
+3% (Conservative)
+2.0% (Aggressive)
TARGET 2
$6.850
+5% (Conservative)
+4.0% (Aggressive)
TARGET 3
$7.046
+8% (Conservative)
+6.9% (Aggressive)

CAPR moves about 5.1% a day on average, so a stop can fill well past its level. Educational levels, not financial advice; the full disclaimer is at the foot of the page.

Growth of $10,000

A $10,000 investment in CAPR in October 2016 would be worth about $1,967 today, compared with about $36,237 for the same investment in the S&P 500 benchmark.

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CAPR Drawdowns & Recovery

Worst fall, last 10 years
-97.0%
October 2016 to April 2020
Recovery
72 months
back at the old peak by April 2026
From the 10-year high
-81.4%
highest close, April 2026
1-year holds that gained
52%
of every 1-year window

As of October 15, 2026, CAPR's worst peak-to-trough fall over the last 10 years was -97.0% (October 2016 to April 2020); it regained that peak by April 2026, 72 months after the low, and 52% of 1-year holding periods ended with a gain.

From weekly closing values. A drawdown is the fall from the highest value reached so far to a later low.

Monte Carlo Projection (10yr)

CleaRank's 10-year Monte Carlo simulation projects that a $10,000 investment in CAPR today could grow to about $5,733 by 2036 in the base case, with a 90th-percentile outcome near $43,496 and a 10th-percentile outcome around $756. Projections are statistical simulations, not guarantees.

CAPR Stock Price Prediction: 2030

CleaRank's simulation projects a price near $5.28 for CAPR by 2030 in the base case, from $6.59 today (0.8x over 4 years). The 10th-percentile path ends near $1.46. These are outcomes of a Monte Carlo simulation run on CAPR's historical return distribution, not price targets, and they assume no dividends are reinvested.

CAPR simulated price paths by year
Year 10th percentile Base case 90th percentile
2027 $3.28 $6.23 $11.83
2028 $2.38 $5.90 $14.59
2029 $1.84 $5.58 $16.92
2030 $1.46 $5.28 $19.00
2031 $1.19 $4.99 $20.91

Method: a lognormal simulation of CAPR's own volatility and capped historical trend, re-run daily; base case is the median path, the outer columns the 10th and 90th percentiles.

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CAPR Insider Trading Analysis

Source: TwelveData, from SEC Form 4 filings
▲ Bought
None
No open-market buys
▼ Sold
$8.4M
10 Transactions
● Insiders
5
Active Traders
$ Avg Transaction
$836.6K
Moderate size

As of October 15, 2026, CAPR insiders reported 10 open-market sales worth $8.4M and no open-market purchases over the last 18 months; grants and option exercises are not counted.

Recent insider transactions in CAPR
Date Insider Type Shares Value
Jun 25, 2026
BERGMANN ANTHONY
Chief Financial Officer
Sell 24.1K $732.2K
Jun 25, 2026
KRASNEY KAREN
General Counsel
Sell 24.1K $732.2K
Jun 25, 2026
BERGMANN ANTHONY
Chief Financial Officer
Option 24.1K $76.6K
Jun 25, 2026
KRASNEY KAREN
General Counsel
Option 24.1K $76.6K
Jun 24, 2026
BERGMANN ANTHONY
Chief Financial Officer
Sell 900 $27.0K
Jun 24, 2026
KRASNEY KAREN
General Counsel
Sell 900 $27.0K
Jun 24, 2026
BERGMANN ANTHONY
Chief Financial Officer
Option 900 $2.9K
Jun 24, 2026
KRASNEY KAREN
General Counsel
Option 900 $2.9K
May 18, 2026
BERGMANN ANTHONY
Chief Financial Officer
Option 3.0K $4.2K
May 13, 2026
LITVACK FRANK I
Director
Option 3.9K $5.5K

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Capricor Therapeutics compare to its sector averages?
Capricor Therapeutics' debt-to-equity ratio of 0.37 is in line with the Healthcare sector median of 0.37. However, its negative return on equity of -73.70% is significantly worse than the sector median of 7.3%, and its revenue growth is not available compared to the sector's 8.1% median.
What is Capricor Therapeutics' current financial health?
Capricor Therapeutics is currently loss-making, with a negative EPS of -2.57 and 0.00% profit and operating margins. Its return on equity is also negative at -73.70%, indicating poor profitability.
Is CAPR in an uptrend?
No. Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (CAPR) trades at $6.59, below both its 50- and 200-day moving averages ($7.82 and $21.88). Its 14-day RSI on daily closes is 33.6, showing bearish momentum without being oversold.
Are insiders buying or selling CAPR?
Selling, on balance. In the last 18 months, CAPR's officers, directors and large holders reported 10 sales worth $8.4M and no open-market purchases. Grants and option exercises are not counted as buying.
What is the analyst price target for CAPR?
As of October 15, 2026, the 10 Wall Street analysts covering CAPR have 12-month targets from $7.00 to $54.00, with a median of $25.00, 279.4% above the current price of $6.59. 4 rate it a buy or strong buy, 6 a hold and 0 a sell or strong sell. Three months ago 0 of 10 rated it a buy.
What is CAPR's biggest drop in the last 10 years?
Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (CAPR)'s worst peak-to-trough fall over the last 10 years was -97.0%, from October 2016 to April 2020. It regained that peak by April 2026, 72 months after the low. Over the same period, 52% of 1-year holding periods ended with a gain.
What are CAPR's best and worst months?
Over the last 10 years, December has been CAPR's strongest month on average (+46.16%, rising in 2 of 10 years) and October its weakest (-13.57%, rising in 1 of 9 years). Seasonal averages describe the past and do not predict a given year.
How closely does CAPR move with the stock market?
Over the past year CAPR's daily returns were weakly correlated with the S&P 500 (SPY) (+0.10). Nasdaq 100 (QQQ): +0.09; Bitcoin (BTC): +0.01; Gold (XAU): -0.03. A figure near +1 means the two usually move together; near 0 means little relationship.
What would $10,000 invested in CAPR be worth today?
$10,000 put into CAPR in October 2016 would be worth about $1,967 today, against about $36,237 for the same amount in the S&P 500.
What does CleaRank's simulation show for CAPR in 2030?
CleaRank's Monte Carlo simulation, built from CAPR's own historical volatility, puts the 2030 base case near $5.28, with 10th and 90th percentile outcomes of $1.46 and $19.00. It is a range of simulated outcomes, not a price target.

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