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Aura Biosciences, Inc. (AURA)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US05153U1079
CUSIP
05153U107
IPO Date
Oct 29, 2021

Highlights

Market Cap
$403.66M
Enterprise Value
$364.76M
EPS (TTM)
-$1.73
Year Range
$4.35 - $7.48
Target Price
$22.75
ROA (TTM)
-62.68%
ROE (TTM)
-77.56%

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Aura Biosciences, Inc.

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Aura Biosciences, Inc., comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

Aura Biosciences, Inc. (AURA) has returned 22.75% so far this year and 14.16% over the past 12 months.


Aura Biosciences, Inc.

1D
7.90%
1M
13.58%
YTD
22.75%
6M
8.25%
1Y
14.16%
3Y*
-10.33%
5Y*
10Y*

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
2.91%
1M
-5.09%
YTD
-4.63%
6M
-2.39%
1Y
16.33%
3Y*
16.69%
5Y*
10.18%
10Y*
12.16%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Oct 29, 2021, AURA's average daily return is +0.03%, while the average monthly return is -0.47%.

Historically, 42% of months were positive and 58% were negative. The best month was Sep 2022 with a return of +35.6%, while the worst month was Oct 2022 at -31.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 3 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.

On a daily basis, AURA closed higher 48% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 16, 2021 with a return of +20.2%, while the worst single day was Nov 7, 2023 at -32.6%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20262.75%5.18%13.58%22.75%
2025-4.50%-4.59%-21.76%-0.51%0.51%6.83%10.06%-9.14%-1.28%-0.81%7.67%-17.42%-33.70%
2024-13.09%17.79%-13.45%-5.73%-0.68%2.86%35.05%-22.14%12.08%17.17%-10.82%-11.71%-7.22%
2023-0.86%-4.03%-7.11%-2.59%25.22%9.10%-3.64%-12.77%-13.58%-9.03%-1.72%10.47%-15.62%
20227.48%-1.92%22.91%-22.91%3.01%-18.89%0.64%-6.31%35.63%-31.62%15.25%-26.47%-38.16%
202117.84%-2.64%14.73%

Benchmark Metrics

Aura Biosciences, Inc. has an annualized alpha of -3.94%, beta of 1.12, and R² of 0.08 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since November 01, 2021.

  • This stock participated in 123.51% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 20.36% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
  • R² of 0.08 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
-3.94%
Beta
1.12
0.08
Upside Capture
20.36%
Downside Capture
123.51%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

AURA ranks 47 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.


AURA Risk / Return Rank: 4747
Overall Rank
AURA Sharpe Ratio Rank: 4949
Sharpe Ratio Rank
AURA Sortino Ratio Rank: 5050
Sortino Ratio Rank
AURA Omega Ratio Rank: 4646
Omega Ratio Rank
AURA Calmar Ratio Rank: 4545
Calmar Ratio Rank
AURA Martin Ratio Rank: 4646
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Aura Biosciences, Inc. (AURA) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


AURABenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

0.23

0.90

-0.66

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

0.81

1.39

-0.57

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.09

1.21

-0.12

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

0.18

1.40

-1.22

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

0.35

6.61

-6.25

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Dividends

Dividend History


Aura Biosciences, Inc. doesn't pay dividends

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Aura Biosciences, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the Aura Biosciences, Inc. was 80.31%, occurring on May 14, 2025. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current Aura Biosciences, Inc. drawdown is 73.12%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-80.31%Nov 17, 2021875May 14, 2025
-15.46%Nov 8, 20211Nov 8, 20215Nov 15, 20216

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Aura Biosciences, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


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Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Aura Biosciences, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Biotechnology industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PB Ratio

The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for AURA in comparison with other companies in the Biotechnology industry. Currently, AURA has a P/B value of 2.9. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.

Income Statement



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Net Income

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Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

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Effect Of Accounting Charges

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Values in undefined except per share items