Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX)

448.93
-5.74 (-1.26%)
NASDAQ · Last Trade: Jan 14th, 3:49 PM EST
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Previous Close454.67
Open454.58
Bid448.83
Ask449.04
Day's Range446.01 - 455.03
52 Week Range362.50 - 519.68
Volume712,048
Market Cap116.46B
PE Ratio (TTM)31.59
EPS (TTM)14.2
Dividend & YieldN/A (N/A)
1 Month Average Volume1,351,261

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About Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company that focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative therapies to treat serious diseases. With an emphasis on cystic fibrosis, Vertex has pioneered groundbreaking treatments that significantly improve the lives of patients with this genetic disorder. In addition to its work in cystic fibrosis, the company is exploring potential therapies for other rare diseases, including pain management and beta-thalassemia. Vertex is dedicated to advancing scientific research and collaborating with the global medical community to bring new solutions to unmet medical needs. Read More

News & Press Releases

Prediction: These Could Be the Best-Performing Healthcare Stocks Through 2030fool.com
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Via The Motley Fool · January 14, 2026
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Via MarketMinute · January 13, 2026
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:VRTX) Emerges as a Prime GARP Investment Candidatechartmill.com
Via Chartmill · January 13, 2026
Vertex Provides Pipeline and Business Updates in Advance of Upcoming Investor Meetings
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (Nasdaq: VRTX) today announced business and program updates ahead of upcoming investor meetings in January, including the company’s scheduled webcast from the 44th annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. ET/2:15 p.m. PT.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:VRTX) Emerges as a Compelling Value Stock Candidatechartmill.com
Via Chartmill · January 1, 2026
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Via The Motley Fool · January 11, 2026
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Via MarketMinute · January 9, 2026
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It could be another tough year for the once-soaring drugmaker.
Via The Motley Fool · January 9, 2026
Moderna’s Second Act: Analyzing the 2026 Pipeline Pivot and Recent Stock Surge
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Via PredictStreet · January 7, 2026
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Via StockStory · January 7, 2026
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Stock Trades Up, Here Is Why
Shares of biotech company Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:VRTX) jumped 3.8% in the afternoon session after Wolfe Research upgraded the stock from "Peer Perform" to "Outperform" and issued a $548 price target. 
Via StockStory · January 6, 2026
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On December 23, 2025, the biotechnology landscape shifted for thousands of patients living with chronic anemia. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted approval to AQVESME (mitapivat), developed by Agios Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: AGIO), for the treatment of anemia in adults with alpha- and beta-thalassemia. This milestone marks a pivotal moment for the Cambridge, Massachusetts-based [...]
Via PredictStreet · December 24, 2025
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Via MarketMinute · January 2, 2026
Moderna (MRNA): The “Act 2” of an mRNA Pioneer – A 2025 Deep Dive
As of December 22, 2025, Moderna, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRNA) stands at a critical juncture in its corporate evolution. Once the poster child for the biotechnology industry’s rapid response to the global pandemic, the company is now deep into its "Act 2"—a pivot from a single-product powerhouse to a diversified platform focused on oncology, latent viruses, [...]
Via PredictStreet · December 22, 2025
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Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Biotech’s Resurgence: How a Year-End Rally and M&A Frenzy Set the Stage for 2026
As the final bells ring on Wall Street for 2025, the biotechnology sector is celebrating a dramatic reversal of fortune. After years of navigating high interest rates and regulatory uncertainty, the industry has closed the year with a powerful rally, fueled by a dovish shift from the Federal Reserve and
Via MarketMinute · December 31, 2025
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Via Chartmill · December 30, 2025
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Via The Motley Fool · December 30, 2025
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Via StockStory · December 28, 2025
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Is CRISPR Therapeutics Stock Yesterday's News?fool.com
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Via The Motley Fool · December 24, 2025
Vertex to Present at the 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 12
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (Nasdaq: VRTX) today announced that Dr. Reshma Kewalramani, Chief Executive Officer and President, will present at the 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. ET/2:15 p.m. PT.
By Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated · Via Business Wire · December 22, 2025