VCEL
Vericel Corporation · Healthcare · Biotechnology
Last
$35.64
−$2.04 (−5.41%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $35.68 +$0.04 (+0.11%) 9:19 AM ET
Prev close $37.68
Open $36.66
Day high $36.75
Day low $35.01
Volume 522,908
Avg vol 459,466
Mkt cap
$1.80B
P/E ratio
142.56
FY Revenue
$258.72M
EPS
0.25
Gross Margin
73.81%
Sector
Healthcare
AI report sections
VCEL
Vericel Corporation
Vericel exhibits positive short- to medium-term price momentum with the latest close above key moving averages and multiple bullish technical signals, despite a 12‑month drawdown of nearly 30% from earlier levels. Fundamentally, the company combines high gross margins, improving profitability, and positive free cash flow with still modest operating margins and relatively slow top-line growth. Short interest is elevated but not extreme, while recent news flow has been broadly constructive around revenue growth and margin expansion.
AI summarized at 10:43 AM ET, 2026-01-07
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 68 SWING: 72 LONG: 63
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+40% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.40×
RSI
53.54 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.03 (Strong)
MACD: 0.10 Signal: 0.07
Short-Term
+0.23 (Strong)
MACD: 0.19 Signal: -0.04
Long-Term
+0.22 (Strong)
MACD: -0.13 Signal: -0.35
Intraday trend score 48.82

Latest news

VCEL 12 articles Positive: 6 Neutral: 1 Negative: 0
Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Vericel Announces Preliminary 2025 Financial Results and Business Updates

Vericel Corporation announced preliminary 2025 financial results with total revenue of $276 million, driven by MACI revenue of $239.5 million. The company achieved 23% fourth quarter revenue growth, 74% gross margin, and 26% adjusted EBITDA margin, with GAAP net income profitability for the second consecutive year. The company completed its MACI sales force expansion and initiated a clinical study for MACI Ankle, while maintaining $200 million in cash with no debt.

VCEL cell therapy sports medicine burn care MACI revenue growth profitability clinical trial
Sentiment note

Strong financial performance with 23% Q4 revenue growth, achievement of profitability for second consecutive year, robust gross margins (74%), solid cash position ($200M with no debt), successful sales force expansion, and progress on new product development (MACI Ankle clinical study). Management expressed confidence in 2026 momentum and mid-term targets.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Jonathan Ponciano
Brown Capital Discloses $31 Million Sale of Vericel Stock as Small-Cap Biotech Reports Earnings

Baltimore-based Brown Capital Management sold 861,020 shares of Vericel Corporation for approximately $31 million in Q3 2025, reducing its stake while the biotech company reported strong quarterly revenue growth of 17%.

VCEL DDOG VEEV biotech cell therapy stock sale earnings portfolio management
Sentiment note

Mixed performance with 17% revenue growth but stock down 15% over past year, indicating potential market challenges

Positive The Motley Fool • Na
MediWound Revenue Jumps 43% in Q2

MediWound reported a 43% quarterly revenue increase to $5.7 million, improved gross margins, and advanced its Phase III EscharEx trial while establishing strategic partnerships with wound care leaders.

MDWD CNVVY SOLV VCEL MediWound NexoBrid EscharEx wound care
Sentiment note

Reported 52% year-over-year revenue increase for NexoBrid, indicating strong commercial performance

Positive The Motley Fool • Jesterai
Vericel Q2 Revenue Jumps 20%

Vericel reported Q2 2025 revenue growth of 20% to $63.2 million, driven by strong MACI cartilage repair franchise performance. The company expanded gross margins to 74% and narrowed net loss per share, while preparing for potential market expansion into ankle cartilage repair.

VCEL cell therapy regenerative medicine MACI burn care earnings report
Sentiment note

Despite missing revenue expectations, the company showed strong growth in key metrics including 21% MACI revenue increase, gross margin expansion to 74%, doubled adjusted EBITDA, and promising pipeline developments like FDA clearance for ankle cartilage repair study

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Vericel Corporation
Vericel Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results

Vericel Corporation reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2024, with record revenue, MACI revenue growth, and significant margin expansion. The company also provided an update on the progress of its NexoBrid launch and raised its full-year profitability guidance.

VCEL Vericel Corporation MACI NexoBrid Epicel financial results revenue growth margin expansion
Sentiment note

The article highlights Vericel's strong financial performance, with record revenue, high growth in MACI and the Burn Care franchise, and significant margin expansion. The company also raised its full-year profitability guidance, indicating a positive outlook for the business.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Spherical Insights & Consulting
Global Regenerative Medicine Market Size To Worth USD 349.93 Billion By 2033 | CAGR of 27.06%

The global regenerative medicine market is expected to grow from $31.90 billion in 2023 to $349.93 billion by 2033, driven by advancements in cell therapy, stem cell therapies, and tissue engineering. The musculoskeletal disorders segment is the fastest-growing application area.

PFE JNJ RCKT RCKTW regenerative medicine cell therapy stem cell therapy tissue engineering
Sentiment note

Vericel Corporation is mentioned as one of the key companies in the regenerative medicine market, indicating its involvement and potential growth opportunities in this field.

Positive Investing.com • Investing.Com
Vericel corp chief legal officer sells $782,700 in company stock - Investing.com

Vericel Corp's Chief Legal Officer, Sean C. Flynn, has sold $782,700 worth of company stock as part of a prearranged trading plan. The transaction comes amid the company's strong financial performance and positive analyst coverage.

VCEL Vericel Corp insider trading stock sale financial performance
Sentiment note

The article highlights Vericel's robust financial performance, including a 25% increase in Q1 2024 revenue, as well as positive analyst coverage and the company's plans for expansion and profitability. These factors suggest a positive outlook for the company.

Unknown GlobeNewswire Inc. • Vericel Corporation
Vericel to Present at the Truist Securities MedTech Conference on Tuesday, June 18, 2024

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vericel Corporation (NASDAQ:VCEL), a leader in advanced therapies for the sports medicine and severe burn care markets, today announced that Nick Colangelo, President and CEO, and Joe Mara, CFO, will participate in a fireside chat at the Truist Securities MedTech Conference at 2:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.

VCEL Calendar of Events
Unknown GlobeNewswire Inc. • Vericel Corporation
Vericel to Present at the Leerink Partners Healthcare Crossroads Conference on Wednesday, May 29, 2024

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vericel Corporation (NASDAQ:VCEL), a leader in advanced therapies for the sports medicine and severe burn care markets, today announced that Nick Colangelo, President and CEO and Joe Mara, CFO will participate in a fireside chat at the Leerink Partners Healthcare Crossroads Conference at 9:40 a.m. ET on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

VCEL Calendar of Events
Unknown Benzinga • Benzinga Insights
Critical Insights From Vericel Analyst Ratings: What You Need To Know

Throughout the last three months, 4 analysts have evaluated Vericel (NASDAQ:VCEL), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish. The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 4 0 0 0 0 Last 30D 1 0 0 0 0 1M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 2M Ago 1 0 0 0 0 3M Ago 2 0 0 0 0 Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $54.0, a high estimate of $55.00, and a low estimate of $53.00. This current average has increased by 5.88% from the previous average price target of $51.00. Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis The perception of Vericel by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target Swayampakula Ramakanth HC Wainwright & Co. Raises Buy $55.00 $53.00 Samuel Brodovsky Truist Securities Maintains Buy $54.00 $54.00 Samuel Brodovsky Truist Securities Raises Buy $54.00 $51.00 Swayampakula Ramakanth HC Wainwright & Co. Raises Buy $53.00 $46.00 Key Insights: Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

VCEL Analyst Ratings
Unknown GlobeNewswire Inc. • Vericel Corporation
Vericel Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Raises Full-Year 2024 Financial Guidance

Total Revenue Increased 25% to $51.3 Million

VCEL Earnings Releases and Operating Results
Unknown GlobeNewswire Inc. • Vericel Corporation
Vericel to Report First-Quarter 2024 Financial Results on May 8, 2024

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vericel Corporation (NASDAQ:VCEL), a leader in advanced therapies for the sports medicine and severe burn care markets, today announced that it will report its first-quarter 2024 financial results on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Vericel’s management will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. (ET) to discuss its financial results and business highlights.

VCEL Calendar of Events Conference Calls/ Webcasts
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