Halozyme Therapeutics' stock soared 7.71% during intraday trading on Tuesday, extending gains from pre-market activity.
The surge follows the biotechnology company's better-than-expected first-quarter results, where it reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.6, surpassing the IBES estimate of $1.53. This positive earnings surprise triggered significant buying interest.
Adding to the momentum, analysts have expressed optimism towards Halozyme. H.C. Wainwright analyst Mitchell Kapoor reiterated a Buy rating on the stock and set a price target of $95.00, highlighting continued positive sentiment from the investment community.