Biotech Stocks Rise in After-Hours Trading Driven by Data Expectations and Momentum Buying
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 11 2025
0mins
Source: NASDAQ.COM
Biotech Market Gains: After-hours trading on Wednesday saw significant gains in small-cap and micro-cap biotech stocks, driven by a mix of upcoming clinical milestones and a general positive sentiment in the market following the Fed's rate cut.
Agape ATP Corp. Surge: Agape ATP Corp. experienced a notable 29.41% increase in after-hours trading, attributed to a broader risk-on reaction in micro-cap stocks, despite no specific news from the company.
Corbus Pharmaceuticals Update: Corbus Pharmaceuticals saw a 12.76% rise ahead of a key clinical update regarding its Phase 1a study of CRB-913, with anticipation around the upcoming data likely fueling investor interest.
Other Notable Movers: Companies like Anebulo Pharmaceuticals, Cue Biopharma, and Curis also reported gains in after-hours trading, reflecting a broader recovery in biotech sentiment, while Cerus Corporation continued its upward trend following a new purchasing agreement.
Get Free Real-Time Notifications for Any Stock
Monitor tickers like CERS with instant alerts to capture every critical market movement.
Sign up for free to build your custom watchlist and receive professional-grade stock notifications.
Analyst Views on CERS
Wall Street analysts forecast CERS stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for CERS is 4.50 USD with a low forecast of 4.00 USD and a high forecast of 5.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
4 Analyst Rating
3 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 2.360
Low
4.00
Averages
4.50
High
5.00
Current: 2.360
Low
4.00
Averages
4.50
High
5.00
About CERS
Cerus Corporation is a biomedical products company. The Company is focused on developing and commercializing the INTERCEPT Blood System to enhance blood safety. The INTERCEPT Blood System, which is based on its proprietary technology for controlling biological replication, is designed to reduce blood-borne pathogens in donated blood components intended for transfusion. Its INTERCEPT Blood System is intended for use with blood components and certain of their derivatives: platelets, plasma, red blood cells and to produce INTERCEPT Fibrinogen Complex (IFC), and pathogen reduced plasma, cryoprecipitate reduced. The INTERCEPT Blood System for Cryoprecipitation uses its plasma system to produce IFC for the treatment and control of bleeding, including massive hemorrhage, associated with fibrinogen deficiency. In addition, the INTERCEPT Blood System for Cryoprecipitation is used to produce pathogen reduced plasma, cryoprecipitate reduced.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
TG Therapeutics Reports $616 Million Revenue for FY 2025, Shares Surge 11.6%
- Strong Financial Performance: TG Therapeutics reported preliminary total global revenue of approximately $616 million for FY 2025, with Q4 U.S. net product revenue for BRIUMVI at about $182 million, indicating robust market performance that is expected to boost shareholder confidence.
- Significant Stock Surge: Following the earnings report, TG Therapeutics shares jumped 11.6% to $31.10 on Wednesday, reflecting investor optimism about the company's growth potential, which may attract more capital inflow.
- Positive Market Reaction: Despite a broader market decline with the Nasdaq Composite falling over 200 points, TG Therapeutics' strong financial data allowed it to stand out among numerous stocks, showcasing its competitiveness in the biopharmaceutical sector.
- Optimistic Future Outlook: Although the financial figures are unaudited, the preliminary results suggest that the company is poised for continued growth, particularly in the marketing of its BRIUMVI product, which could further enhance its market share.
Continue Reading
China SXT Pharmaceuticals (SXTC) Closes $10 Million Offering, Stock Rises 17.4%
- Successful Financing: China SXT Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced the closing of a registered direct offering valued at approximately $10 million, selling 66,666,666 Class A ordinary shares at $0.15 each to a single investor, thereby strengthening its balance sheet and boosting investor confidence.
- Financial Guidance: TG Therapeutics reported preliminary U.S. net product revenue for its multiple sclerosis therapy BRIUMVI for Q4 and full-year 2025, with shares rising 6.99% to $29.82, showcasing the company's growth potential.
- FDA Review Progress: Argenx SE's supplemental Biologics License Application for VYVGART, aimed at treating adults with acetylcholine receptor antibody seronegative generalized myasthenia gravis, has been accepted for priority review by the FDA, with a target action date of May 10, 2026, indicating potential for expanded indications.
- Market Trends: Cosmos Health Inc. saw its stock rise 6.09% to $0.4961 despite no specific news, reflecting speculative interest and momentum trading in the micro-cap healthcare sector.
Continue Reading