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Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. (LGND)

NASDAQ

$185.96

$-1.44

(-0.77%)

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. (LGND) Live Price Chart

Page last updated: 2026-02-11 21:33:00

Key Market Data

Market Cap	$3.66B
Open	$188.02
High	$278.62
Low	$6.60
Previous Close	$187.02
Price Change	$-1.44
Percentage Change	-0.77%
Volume	176K

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. (LGND) Stock Price Today

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. (LGND) is currently trading at $185.96 as of 2026-02-11 21:33:00, reflecting a -0.77% move ($-1.44) from the previous close.

In the short term, the stock has returned -538.31% over the past four weeks. Over the last 12 months, Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. has recorded a +66.94% price change, indicating a strong performance relative to the broader market.

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. (LGND) 7-Day Stock Price Changes

Over the past seven days, Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. has traded within a short-term range shaped by market sentiment in the PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector. During this period, the stock moved from its previous closing price of $194.61 to the latest recorded price of $185.96, reflecting an intraday change of -0.77%. Daily movements highlight shifts in trading volume (175,924), investor positioning, and reactions to macroeconomic updates.

From a momentum standpoint, LGND has delivered a -538.31% return over the past month and a +66.94% change in the last 12 months, indicating a strong trend relative to its broader sector peers.

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What is Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. (LGND)?

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and acquiring technologies that aid in creating medicine. The company has partnerships and license agreements with various pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Ligand's business model is based on drug discovery, early-stage drug development, product reformulation, and partnerships. The company's revenue consists of three primary elements: royalties from commercialized products, license and milestone payments, and sale of its trademarked Captisol material.

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. Information

Industry	PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS
Employees	68
Sector	PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS
Company Website	https://www.ligand.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1.What is the current share price of Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.?

The latest trading price for Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Common Stock) is $ 185.96, compared with a previous closing price of $ 187.02. That means the stock has moved -0.77% so far today. Intraday price updates and recent trading activity for LGND can be tracked on the live chart and quote section on this page.

2.Is Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. stock going up or down?

Looking at recent performances, LGND has returned -538.31% over the past month, +21.34% over the last six months and +66.94% over the past year. These figures capture share-price changes only, not the impact of dividends. Together they describe strong price momentum for Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. stock, but keep in mind that past returns do not guarantee future results.

3.Where does LGND currently sit relative to its 52-week high and low?

In the most recent 52-week period, Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. has traded between a low of $ 93.58 and a high of $ 212.49. This 52-week range helps show where today's share price sits relative to its recent highs and lows, and is often used by investors to judge stock volatility, potential support and resistance levels, and whether LGND is currently nearer the top or the bottom of its one-year trading band.

4.How is Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. classified by sector and industry?

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. is classified in the PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector. In practice, this means Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. is grouped with other companies that serve similar end-markets and operate under comparable competitive and regulatory conditions. For investors, knowing LGND’s sector helps with portfolio diversification, peer comparisons, and understanding how broader trends affecting the PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector could influence Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.’s performance.

5.Where is Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. listed and how large is it by market value?

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange in United States. Based on a market capitalization of $ 3.66B, the company is classified as a Mid-cap stock. Market cap gives a quick sense of Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s size and importance in the equity market and is often used by investors and index providers when constructing portfolios or benchmarks.

6.What does LGND's EPS tell investors about its profitability?

Trailing-twelve-month EPS of $ 2.47 summarises how much profit Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. has generated per share over the last year. Rising EPS over time can signal improving profitability or effective share repurchases, while flat or declining EPS may point to slower growth or margin pressure. EPS is a key input into valuation metrics such as P/E and is often monitored closely around earnings announcements.

7.How can I track Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s financial performance over time?

To follow Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s financial performance, investors typically review its quarterly and annual reports, which include detailed income statements, balance sheets and cash-flow statements. Combining these filings with key market data shown on this page—such as share price trends, P/E and dividend yield—provides a more complete view of how LGND is performing and how the market is responding.

8.When is Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. expected to report earnings?

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s next scheduled earnings release is currently expected on -- (the date may be updated by the company). Earnings announcements often act as important catalysts for LGND, as they provide updated information on revenue, profitability and management's outlook.

9.What usually comes out in Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s earnings reports?

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s earnings reports typically include headline figures such as revenue, net income and EPS, along with commentary on segment performance, margins, cash flow and guidance for future periods. Investors compare these results with market expectations and prior periods to assess whether LGND is meeting, beating or missing expectations.

10.How can I stay informed about Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s results and guidance?

You can stay up to date on Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. by reviewing its quarterly earnings releases, listening to or reading transcripts of earnings calls, and following company news and filings. Pairing this fundamental information with the price and return data for LGND on this page helps you see how new information is being reflected in the stock.

11.Does Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. pay a regular cash dividend to its shareholders?

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. Non-paying. Based on the latest information, the stock has an indicated annual cash dividend of -- per share and a current dividend yield of 0 at the recent share price. Dividends are typically paid --, although the board can change the dividend policy at any time. Income-focused investors often monitor LGND's dividend level, payment frequency and any announcements about future dividends when assessing the stock's appeal as a dividend-paying investment.

12.What are the current dividend yield and dividend payout ratio for LGND?

Based on the latest earnings data, LGND has a dividend yield of 0 and a dividend payout ratio of 0. The dividend yield shows how much cash return an investor receives from dividends each year relative to the current share price, helping assess whether Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. is an attractive income stock. The dividend payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. distributes to shareholders as dividends versus how much it retains to reinvest in the business, which is an important indicator of dividend sustainability and room for future dividend growth.

13.What kind of business is Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.?

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a publicly traded company in the PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS industry within the PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS sector. It generates revenue from products and services related to this core business area, and investors can find a detailed description of its operations, strategy and geographic exposure in the company's annual report and other regulatory filings.

14.How is LGND valued in terms of P/E ratio and EPS?

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc. currently trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 75.77, based on trailing-twelve-month earnings per share (EPS) of $ 2.47. P/E is calculated by dividing the share price by EPS and shows how much investors are paying today for each unit of Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s earnings. Comparing LGND's P/E and EPS to those of other PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS companies can help investors judge whether its valuation looks rich or attractive.

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