ERAS
Erasca, Inc. · Healthcare · Biotechnology
Last
$13.82
+$0.98 (+7.59%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $13.82 +$0.01 (+0.04%) 10:20 PM ET
Prev close $12.84
Open $13.20
Day high $15.00
Day low $12.94
Volume 10,420,994
Avg vol 7,993,909
Mkt cap
$3.99B
P/E ratio
-14.85
EPS
-0.93
Sector
Healthcare
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ERAS
Erasca, Inc.
Erasca’s share price is near its 52-week high after very large 3–12 month gains, with momentum indicators pointing to an extended upside move. At the same time, the company remains a loss-making clinical-stage biotech with negative free cash flow and high valuation multiples, indicating material fundamental risk beneath the recent rally. Short interest and intraday short volume are elevated, highlighting heightened positioning risk and the potential for volatility around news or technical inflection points.
AI summarized at 12:16 PM ET, 2026-04-03
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 72 SWING: 78 LONG: 38
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+193% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 2.93×
RSI
52.73 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.01 (Weak)
MACD: -0.03 Signal: -0.02
Short-Term
+0.47 (Strong)
MACD: -0.64 Signal: -1.11
Long-Term
+0.23 (Strong)
MACD: -1.44 Signal: -1.67
Intraday trend score 76.70

Latest news

ERAS 12 articles Positive: 7 Neutral: 1 Negative: 4
Positive The Motley Fool • Jonathan Ponciano
Why This Fund Made a $189 Million Bet on Erasca as Shares Skyrocket 800%

RTW Investments purchased 16,010,524 shares of Erasca for approximately $189.23 million in Q1 2026, with the position's value rising to $261.42 million by quarter-end. The clinical-stage biotech company, which develops oral inhibitors targeting the RAS/MAPK pathway for cancer treatment, has seen its stock surge 800% over the past year. The investment reflects confidence in Erasca's lead program ERAS-0015, which showed encouraging early data in KRAS-driven cancers, and the company's strong cash position of $408.5 million expected to fund operations into late 2028.

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Sentiment note

Strong institutional backing from RTW Investments' $189M investment, 800% stock appreciation over the past year, encouraging early clinical data for lead candidate ERAS-0015 showing robust responses in KRAS-driven cancers, favorable safety profile, strategic partnerships with Tango Therapeutics and Merck, and adequate cash runway into late 2028 to advance development programs.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.
ERASCA INVESTOR ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Erasca, Inc. on Behalf of Erasca Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

Law firm Bragar Eagel & Squire is investigating Erasca, Inc. following a patent infringement allegation from Revolution Medicines regarding the company's ERAS-0015 drug candidate. The disclosure triggered a significant stock price decline of approximately 48%, dropping from $19.15 to $9.90 per share on April 28, 2026. The firm is seeking stockholders who suffered losses to discuss potential legal claims.

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Sentiment note

Company faces patent infringement allegations from Revolution Medicines regarding its lead drug candidate ERAS-0015, resulting in a 48% stock price decline and triggering a securities investigation by a major law firm on behalf of stockholders.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.
ERASCA INVESTOR ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Erasca, Inc. on Behalf of Erasca Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

Law firm Bragar Eagel & Squire is investigating Erasca, Inc. following a patent infringement allegation from Revolution Medicines regarding the company's ERAS-0015 drug candidate. The disclosure triggered a significant stock price decline of approximately 48%, dropping from $19.15 to $9.90 per share on April 28, 2026. The firm is seeking stockholders who suffered losses to discuss potential legal claims.

ERAS RVMD RVMDW patent infringement securities investigation stock price decline ERAS-0015 Revolution Medicines
Sentiment note

Company faces patent infringement allegations from Revolution Medicines regarding its lead drug candidate ERAS-0015, resulting in a 48% stock price decline and triggering a federal securities investigation by a major law firm.

Positive The Motley Fool • Jonathan Ponciano
Why This Hedge Fund Added $29 Million to a Cancer Stock Already Up 700%

Siren hedge fund purchased 2.49 million shares of Erasca (ERAS) worth $29.39 million in Q1 2026, bringing its total position to 11.2 million shares valued at $181.93 million. The investment comes as Erasca's stock has surged 700% over one year following encouraging early clinical data for its ERAS-0015 cancer therapy targeting RAS-driven tumors. The company is well-funded with $409 million in cash through mid-2028.

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Sentiment note

Stock has appreciated 700% over one year with encouraging early clinical data for ERAS-0015 showing robust responses in KRAS-driven cancers. Major hedge fund increased position significantly, company is well-capitalized through mid-2028, and additional data expected in H1 2027. However, as a clinical-stage biotech, future trial results remain critical risks.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Erasca, Inc.
Erasca Announces Clinical Trial Collaboration and Supply Agreement with Merck to Evaluate ERAS-0015 in Combination with KEYTRUDA® (Pembrolizumab)

Erasca announced a clinical trial collaboration and supply agreement with Merck to evaluate ERAS-0015, a pan-RAS molecular glue, in combination with Merck's pembrolizumab (KEYTRUDA®) for treating RAS-mutant solid tumors. The AURORAS-1 Phase 1 trial showed favorable safety, tolerability, and clinical responses at low doses. Merck will supply pembrolizumab at no cost to support the proof-of-concept study.

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Sentiment note

Erasca announced a strategic collaboration with a major pharmaceutical company (Merck) to advance its lead candidate ERAS-0015. The agreement includes free drug supply from Merck, indicating confidence in the program. Early Phase 1 data showed favorable safety, tolerability, and clinical responses, supporting the advancement to combination studies.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Schall Law Firm
ERAS Investors Have Opportunity to Join Erasca, Inc. Fraud Investigation with the Schall Law Firm

The Schall Law Firm is investigating Erasca, Inc. (NASDAQ: ERAS) for potential securities law violations following the company's disclosure on April 28, 2026, that it received a patent infringement letter from Revolution Medicines regarding its ERAS-0015 drug candidate, along with trade secret misappropriation allegations. The announcement triggered a 48.3% stock price decline on the same day.

ERAS RVMD RVMDW securities litigation patent infringement trade secret misappropriation shareholder investigation stock decline
Sentiment note

The company faces a securities investigation due to alleged false or misleading statements regarding patent infringement claims and trade secret misappropriation. The 48.3% stock price drop reflects severe investor concern and potential material impact on the company's drug development pipeline and financial viability.

Negative Benzinga • Vandana Singh
Why Is Cancer Drug Developer Erasca Stock Trading Lower Monday?

Erasca (ERAS) stock declined 7.33% on Monday following news that Merck ended acquisition discussions with competitor Revolution Medicines over valuation disagreements. The deal would have valued Revolution Medicines at approximately $30 billion. Both companies develop RAS-pathway cancer therapies, and the failed deal sparked investor concerns about the sector's valuation environment.

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Sentiment note

Stock trading down 7.33% on Monday due to negative sentiment spillover from Merck's failed acquisition of competitor Revolution Medicines, raising concerns about valuation discipline in the RAS-pathway oncology sector where Erasca operates.

Positive Benzinga • Globe Newswire
Erasca Announces Closing of Upsized Public Offering of Common Stock, Including Full Exercise of Underwriters' Option to Purchase Additional Shares

Erasca Inc (NASDAQ: ERAS), a clinical-stage precision oncology company, announced the successful closing of its upsized public offering of 25.875 million shares at $10.00 per share, generating approximately $258.8 million in gross proceeds. The company plans to use the net proceeds to fund research and development of its RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancer therapies and for general corporate purposes.

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Sentiment note

The company successfully completed an upsized public offering, raising $258.8 million in gross proceeds. The full exercise of underwriters' option and upsizing of the offering indicates strong investor demand. The capital raise provides substantial funding for R&D and operations, which is positive for a clinical-stage biotech company's ability to advance its pipeline.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Erasca Announces Pricing of Upsized Public Offering of Common Stock

Erasca, Inc., a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, announced the pricing of an upsized public offering of 22.5 million shares at $10.00 per share, generating $225 million in gross proceeds. The offering is expected to close on January 23, 2026, with proceeds to be used for R&D of product candidates and general corporate purposes.

ERAS public offering precision oncology RAS/MAPK pathway capital raise clinical-stage common stock
Sentiment note

The company successfully upsized its public offering from the initially proposed $150 million to $225 million, indicating strong investor demand and confidence. The capital raise provides substantial funding for R&D activities and supports the company's mission to develop therapies for RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers.

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
Precision Killers: Why Big Pharma is Betting Billions to Beat a $170B Patent Cliff

The precision oncology market is projected to grow from $110 billion to $225.65 billion by 2032, driven by Big Pharma's race to acquire registration-ready assets ahead of a $170 billion patent cliff through 2030. Several biotech companies are advancing promising clinical programs: Oncolytics Biotech strengthened its leadership team for pelareorep development in gastrointestinal cancers; Nurix is executing pivotal studies for its BTK degrader bexobrutideg in chronic lymphocytic leukemia; Erasca reported early clinical data for its pan-RAS molecular glue ERAS-0015; Foghorn raised $50 million for its SMARCA4-targeting program; and ORIC presented strong Phase 1b data for rinzimetostat in prostate cancer.

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Sentiment note

Reported promising early clinical data for pan-RAS molecular glue ERAS-0015 with multiple confirmed responses at low doses, demonstrating potential differentiation from competitors, with Phase 1 data expected in H1 2026.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Na
Erasca Narrows Loss 46% in Fiscal Q2

Clinical-stage biotech Erasca reported Q2 2025 results, highlighting reduced operating expenses and progress in two RAS-pathway cancer therapy clinical trials entering Phase 1, while maintaining a strong cash position to fund operations through 2028.

ERAS biotechnology cancer therapy RAS/MAPK pathway clinical trials research and development
Sentiment note

Mixed financial performance with reduced expenses and net loss, but no revenue and ongoing early-stage clinical development. Positive aspects include cash reserves and clinical trial progress, balanced by lack of immediate commercial products.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Erasca to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences in June

Erasca, a clinical-stage precision oncology company, announced the advancement of its RAS-targeting franchise, with IND clearance for ERAS-0015 and IND submission for ERAS-4001, both ahead of schedule. The company expects to report Phase 1 monotherapy data for both programs in 2026 and has a projected cash runway of more than 3 years.

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Sentiment note

The article highlights Erasca's progress in advancing its RAS-targeting franchise, with IND clearance and submission for its lead programs, as well as a strong projected cash runway. This suggests the company is making positive strides in its clinical development and financial position.

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