Ligand Pharmaceuticals
FAIR PRICE VALUATION
Updated daily
Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%
MARKET PRICE
$224.14
FAIR PRICE
$121.88
MARGIN
$102.26
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FPI RATING
Strong profitability, but volatile earnings pattern and below-average fundamental quality.
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How we calculate this ↗MARGIN OF SAFETY
A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.
SAFETY MARGIN
20%
Below fair value
ENTRY LEVEL
$97.50
Fair price × 0.80
DISTANCE
56.5%
Price to entry level
At the current price of $224.14, LGND trades 56.5% above the conservative entry level of $97.50. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $121.88 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.
Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗
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METHODOLOGY
How we calculate LGND's fair price
Ligand Pharmaceuticals's fair price of $121.88 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Healthcare peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $224.14, LGND trades 45.6% above its calculated fair value.
DCF MODEL · 50%
Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting LGND's risk profile.
RELATIVE · 30%
Comparing LGND's valuation multiples against Healthcare peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.
ANALYST · 20%
Aggregated analyst price targets for LGND, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.
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What is the fair price of LGND?+
Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Healthcare peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for Ligand Pharmaceuticals is $121.88. At the current market price of $224.14, LGND trades 45.6% above its calculated fair value.
Is LGND overvalued or undervalued?+
Ligand Pharmaceuticals is currently overvalued based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $224.14, which is 45.6% above the fair price of $121.88. The P/E ratio of 108.6x is a key metric in the valuation.
What is the margin of safety for LGND?+
With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $121.88, the conservative entry level for LGND is $97.50. At the current market price of $224.14, the stock trades 56.5% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.
How often is LGND's fair price updated?+
We update fair price calculations for LGND daily after market close. The current fair price of $121.88 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.
What factors affect LGND's fair price calculation?+
LGND's fair price of $121.88 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Healthcare peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 108.6x, ROE of 5.7%.
Is LGND a good buy right now?+
At $224.14, LGND trades 45.6% above our fair value estimate of $121.88. The stock is currently overvalued. ROE stands at 5.7% (average). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.
Does LGND pay dividends?+
LGND does not currently pay a dividend.
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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.