Cantor Fitzgerald raises Amgen stock price target to $465 on solid quarter
Cantor Fitzgerald raised Amgen's (AMGN) price target to $465 from $440, citing strong Q3 results. The stock trades near its 52-week high. Amgen beat revenue estimates by $311M and raised full-year guidance. Analysts note mixed product performance and positive momentum. Other analysts also raised price targets, with TD Cowen at $531 and Truist at $398.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The earnings beat and guidance lift prompted several analysts to increase price targets, indicating a bullish short‑term outlook.
Market read
Analyst upgrades following a strong earnings release suggest near‑term upside potential for AMGN.
What to watch
Potential headwinds from inventory issues for Tepezza and reliance on non‑U.S. markets for Imdelltra growth.
Background
Amgen reported Q3 2026 earnings that beat expectations, raised full‑year guidance, and saw multiple product revenue gains.
Ticker impact
Cantor Fitzgerald raised its price target on Amgen to $465 after the company's solid third‑quarter results and raised full‑year guidance.
upward pressure as investors price in the higher target
Target increase of $25 above prior level reflects confidence in earnings beat and guidance lift, which typically drives short‑term buying.
Market effects
Biotech sector may see modest uplift as Amgen's strong performance reinforces confidence in the space.
U.S. large‑cap biotech index could edge higher.
Limited to investors tracking major pharma/biotech names.
Counterpoint
Some investors may view the target raise as already priced in after the earnings beat.
Key entities
- AnalystCantor Fitzgerald
Raised AMGN price target to $465, maintaining Neutral rating.
- AnalystTD Cowen
Raised price target to $531, maintaining Buy rating.


