Oculis Announces Q2 Earnings Per Share of 49 Cents, Exceeding Consensus Estimate of 43 Cents
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 21 2025
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Focus on Execution: Riad Sherif, CEO of Oculis, emphasizes the company's commitment to advancing its portfolio in areas with significant unmet medical needs.
OCS-01 Development: The Phase 3 DIAMOND trials for OCS-01, aimed at treating diabetic macular edema, are progressing rapidly, with topline results expected by Q2 2026.
Licaminlimab Trial Preparation: Oculis is preparing for a genotype-based Phase 2/3 trial of Licaminlimab in dry eye disease, targeting personalized medicine solutions set for 2H 2025.
Privosegtor Trial Results: Positive results from the Phase 2 ACUITY trial for Privosegtor in acute optic neuritis indicate potential advancements in therapies for neuroprotection and visual function improvement.
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Analyst Views on OCS
Wall Street analysts forecast OCS stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for OCS is 40.00 USD with a low forecast of 29.00 USD and a high forecast of 55.00 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.
6 Analyst Rating
6 Buy
0 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 28.380
Low
29.00
Averages
40.00
High
55.00
Current: 28.380
Low
29.00
Averages
40.00
High
55.00
About OCS
Oculis Holding AG is a Switzerland-based company primally engaged in biotechnology sector. The Company is focused on the development of eye disease treatment for ophthalmology. It includes OCS-01, based on the OPTIREACH technology, a topical retinal candidate for diabetic macular edema (DME); OCS-02, a topical biologic candidate for dry eye disease (DED) in a form of a single chain antibody fragment; and OCS-05, a disease modifying candidate for acute optic neuritis (AON) and for other neuro-ophtha disorders such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, geographic atrophy, and neurotrophic keratitis. The Company have operations in the USA, Europe and China. Ocullis deliver treatments to patients worldwide.
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.
Oculis Receives FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation, Potential Market Exceeds $7 Billion
- Breakthrough Therapy Designation: Oculis's Privosegtor has received FDA breakthrough therapy designation due to significant vision improvements in the ACUITY Phase 2 trial, positioning it as the first neuroprotective therapy for optic neuropathies, addressing a critical unmet medical need.
- Substantial Market Potential: The PIONEER program aims to support registration for Privosegtor in optic neuritis and non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy, representing a potential market opportunity exceeding $7 billion, highlighting the company's strategic focus in neuro-ophthalmology.
- Clinical Trial Progress: Oculis's OCS-01 eye drops are currently in Phase 3 trials, with topline results from the DIAMOND trial expected in Q2 2026, and if approved, it will be the first non-invasive treatment for diabetic macular edema.
- Future Outlook: CEO Riad Sherif stated that 2026 is set to be a milestone-rich year for Oculis, with advancements in both Privosegtor and OCS-01 expected to significantly transform the treatment landscape for neuro-axonal diseases.
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Oculis Receives FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation, Potential Market Exceeds $7 Billion
- Breakthrough Therapy Designation: Oculis's Privosegtor has received FDA breakthrough therapy designation based on significant vision improvement shown in the ACUITY Phase 2 trial, potentially becoming the first neuroprotective therapy for optic neuritis, addressing a substantial unmet medical need.
- Significant Market Opportunity: The PIONEER program by Oculis includes three pivotal trials for optic neuritis and non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), with a projected market opportunity exceeding $7 billion in the U.S., showcasing the company's strategic positioning in neuro-ophthalmology.
- Clinical Trial Progress: OCS-01 eye drops are currently in Phase 3 development targeting diabetic macular edema (DME), with topline results from the DIAMOND Phase 3 trials expected in Q2 2026, which could fill a significant market gap if approved.
- Industry Conference Presentation: Oculis CEO Riad Sherif will present at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 14, 2026, highlighting the company's innovative potential and market prospects in the neuro-ophthalmology sector.
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