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Strong top-line growth, raised guidance, and a transformative acquisition expand NBIX's revenue base and optionality. Historically, EPS-beat and guidance upgrades coupled with accretive M&A tend to trigger multiple expansion for biotech peers, especially when pipeline milestones loom in 2027. However, VYKAT XR’s integration and higher R&D/S&A spend introduce near-term profitability headwinds, which may temper upside if milestones slip.
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Neurocrine Biosciences posted a 39% YoY Q2 revenue lift to $959M, with pro forma revenue at $998M after closing the Soleno Therapeutics acquisition. INGREZZA sales reached $716M, up 15% YoY, while CRENESSITY and VYKAT XR contributed $184M and $54M respectively (the latter from the May closing). The company raised full-year INGREZZA guidance to $2.825–$2.875B, and intensified pipeline activity with upcoming Phase 3 readouts in osavampator and direclidine for 2027. The Soleno deal provides added liquidity via a $1B revolver and broadens Neurocrine’s rare-disease portfolio, signaling a longer-term growth runway.
Total revenues Q2 2026: $959M, up 39% YoY; pro forma $998M with Soleno.
INGREZZA full-year guidance raised to $2.825B–$2.875B.
Soleno acquisition closed May 2026; NBIX adds VYKAT XR and a $1B revolver.
2027 catalysts include Phase 3 readouts for osavampator (MDD) and direclidine (schizophrenia).
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