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Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX)

(Real Time Quote from BATS)

$406.35 USD

406.35
783,511

-1.55 (-0.38%)

Updated Oct 16, 2025 03:24 PM ET

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Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy23.81%
2Buy17.98%
3Hold9.90%
4Sell5.43%
5Strong Sell2.74%
S&P50011.32%

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3-Hold of 5     3    

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D Value F Growth F Momentum F VGM

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Top 35% (84 out of 243)

Industry: Medical - Biomedical and Genetics

Zacks News

The company’s main area of focus is cystic fibrosis (CF). The company’s lead marketed products are Trikafta (elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor and ivacaftor), Symdeko/Symkevi (tezacaftor in combination with ivacaftor), Orkambi (lumacaftor in combination with ivacaftor) and Kalydeco (ivacaftor), which are collectively approved to treat the majority of the people with CF in North America, Europe and Australia. Trikafta, Vertex’s triple combination regimen, was approved by the FDA in October 2019 for the treatment of CF in people aged 12 years and older who have at least one F508del mutation. Kaftrio (brand name of Trikafta in EU) was approved in the European Union in August 2020. It is also being evaluated in younger patients in the United States. With approval of Trikafta, Vertex can address a significantly larger CF patient population — almost 90% of patients with CF — in the future. Meanwhile, Vertex is pursuing genetic therapies to address the remaining 10% of CF patients. While CF remains the main area of focus, Vertex is also developing treatments for sickle cell disease, thalassemia and pain management.

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: What You Should Know

In the closing of the recent trading day, Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) stood at $407.9, denoting a -1.05% move from the preceding trading day.

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The latest trading day saw Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) settling at $414.86, representing a -1.49% change from its previous close.

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Stock Dips While Market Gains: Key Facts

In the most recent trading session, Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) closed at $403.3, indicating a -1.36% shift from the previous trading day.

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider

The latest trading day saw Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) settling at $408.85, representing a +1.15% change from its previous close.

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Surpasses Market Returns: Some Facts Worth Knowing

In the most recent trading session, Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) closed at $385.74, indicating a +1.01% shift from the previous trading day.

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Vertex (VRTX) Is Considered a Good Investment by Brokers: Is That True?

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Ascends While Market Falls: Some Facts to Note

In the closing of the recent trading day, Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) stood at $381.87, denoting a +1.39% move from the preceding trading day.

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Declines More Than Market: Some Information for Investors

In the closing of the recent trading day, Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) stood at $387.15, denoting a -1.08% move from the preceding trading day.

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Vertex Plunges Around 24% in Six Months: How to Play the Stock

Vertex shares fall nearly 24% in six months on pipeline setbacks but strong CF sales and new launches may shape the future.

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Stock Slides as Market Rises: Facts to Know Before You Trade

In the latest trading session, Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) closed at $388.55, marking a -2% move from the previous day.

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Why Is Vertex (VRTX) Up 6.9% Since Last Earnings Report?

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