Wells Fargo lifts Vertex Pharmaceuticals price target to $650, citing manufacturing confidence

Wells Fargo raised its price target for Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) from $550 to $650, maintaining an Overweight rating. The firm highlighted management’s confidence in manufacturing ahead of the company’s November 30 PDUFA deadline. Vertex reported third‑quarter 2026 revenue of $3.44 billion, up 12% year‑over‑year.

Wells Fargo’s new target implies roughly 17.5% upside from the recent close of $553.15, according to the analyst note. The higher target may encourage buying pressure from investors who follow the bank’s recommendations.

  • 1Wells Fargo raised its price target to $650 from $550.
  • 2Wells Fargo maintained an Overweight rating on Vertex.
  • 3Vertex’s stock was trading at $553, near its 52‑week high of $569.
  • 4Vertex reported Q3 2026 revenue of $3.44 billion, beating estimates.
  • 5Revenue grew 12% compared with the prior year.
  • 6Vertex faces a PDUFA decision deadline on November 30.

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