- ISIN
- US40423R1059
- CUSIP
- 40423R105
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Industry
- Biotechnology
- IPO Date
- Jul 20, 2021
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $1.11M
- Enterprise Value
- $12.78M
- EPS (TTM)
- -$10.23
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- $54.23K
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- -$163.06K
- EBITDA (TTM)
- -$11.27M
- Year Range
- $1.50 - $44.10
- ROA (TTM)
- -90.94%
- ROE (TTM)
- -806.53%
- Avg. Volume (1M)
- 59K
- Avg. Volume Value (1M)
- $211.16K
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Performance
HCWB Performance Chart
HCW Biologics Inc. (HCWB) is down 45.1% since the beginning of the year. At $3 per share, HCWB is trading 92.7% below its 52-week high of $44. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of HCWB shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $3.
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Returns By Period
HCW Biologics Inc. (HCWB) has returned -45.05% so far this year and -87.07% over the past 12 months.
HCW Biologics Inc.
- 1D
- 1.59%
- 1M
- -25.58%
- 6M
- -51.95%
- YTD
- -45.05%
- 1Y
- -87.07%
- 3Y*
- -81.33%
- 5Y*
- -69.40%
- 10Y*
- —
- ALL TIME*
- -71.61%
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- 0.70%
- 1M
- 0.09%
- 6M
- 7.94%
- YTD
- 9.41%
- 1Y
- 20.07%
- 3Y*
- 17.84%
- 5Y*
- 11.25%
- 10Y*
- 13.26%
- ALL TIME*
- 8.09%
HCWB Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jul 20, 2021, HCWB's average daily return is +0.09%, while the average monthly return is -3.32%.
Historically, 38% of months were positive and 62% were negative. The best month was May 2026 with a return of +320.2%, while the worst month was Jun 2026 at -58.0%. The longest winning streak lasted 3 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, HCWB closed higher 40% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 18, 2024 with a return of +320.9%, while the worst single day was Mar 23, 2026 at -29.9%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14.36% | -51.30% | -33.41% | 30.89% | 320.20% | -58.00% | -35.87% | -45.05% | |||||
| 2025 | -37.64% | 36.66% | -25.80% | -28.57% | -4.09% | -48.71% | 6.94% | 34.91% | -35.31% | 4.59% | -45.22% | -54.22% | -94.56% |
| 2024 | -6.12% | 27.83% | 19.05% | -20.00% | -22.14% | -40.64% | -6.69% | -23.64% | 17.01% | -20.10% | 9.51% | -5.49% | -63.58% |
| 2023 | 1.32% | -7.22% | -22.17% | 1.98% | 1.49% | 49.66% | -5.99% | -11.27% | 4.97% | -11.58% | -35.71% | 13.43% | -36.02% |
| 2022 | -7.76% | 2.34% | 24.66% | -14.29% | -11.11% | 5.77% | 8.64% | 7.39% | -10.78% | -2.18% | -5.77% | -9.29% | -17.47% |
| 2021 | -33.75% | -20.10% | -19.65% | 40.13% | -35.79% | -19.16% | -69.07% |
Benchmark Metrics
HCW Biologics Inc. has an annualized alpha of 18.42%, beta of 0.40, and R2 of 0.00 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since July 20, 2021.
- This stock participated in 262.24% of S&P 500 Index downside but only -48.94% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- Beta of 0.40 may look defensive, but with R2 of 0.00 this stock is largely uncorrelated with S&P 500 Index - low beta reflects independence, not downside protection. See the Volatility section for a true picture of this stock's risk.
- R2 of 0.00 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
- 18.42%
- Beta
- 0.40
- R²
- 0.00
- Upside Capture
- -48.94%
- Downside Capture
- 262.24%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
HCWB ranks 34 for risk / return — above 34% of stocks peers on PortfoliosLab. Its historical combined result is below the peer median.
Risk / Return Metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for HCW Biologics Inc. (HCWB) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| HCWB | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | -1.67 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | -0.93 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.11 | 1.25 | -0.14 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | -0.92 | 2.00 | -2.92 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | -1.22 | 8.49 | -9.71 |
Dividends
Dividend History
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 HCW Biologics 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 HCW Biologics Inc. was 99.91%, occurring on Apr 2, 2026. The portfolio has not yet recovered.
The current HCW Biologics Inc. drawdown is 99.82%.
Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater | Related event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
-99.91%Apr 2026 | 4y 8mo | — | 5y 15dJul 2021 - now | — |
Drawdown Indicators
| HCWB | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -99.91% | -56.78% | -43.13% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -95.55% | -9.10% | -86.45% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -99.69% | -18.90% | -80.79% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -99.87% | -25.43% | -74.44% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | — | -33.92% | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -99.82% | -1.58% | -98.24% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -82.18% | -10.70% | -71.48% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 71.78% | 2.14% | +69.64% |
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 HCW Biologics Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how HCW Biologics 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.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for HCWB relative to other companies in the Biotechnology industry. Currently, HCWB has a P/S ratio of 128.6. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for HCWB in comparison with other companies in the Biotechnology industry. Currently, HCWB has a P/B value of 2.4. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.
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