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Vaxcyte, Inc. (PCVX)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US92243G1085
CUSIP
92243G108
IPO Date
Jun 12, 2020

Highlights

EPS (TTM)
-$4.83
Gross Profit (TTM)
-$4.99M
EBITDA (TTM)
-$599.85M
Year Range
$27.66 - $65.00
Target Price
$77.00
ROA (TTM)
-21.89%
ROE (TTM)
-24.47%

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Vaxcyte, Inc.

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Vaxcyte, 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

Vaxcyte, Inc. (PCVX) has returned 25.94% so far this year and 53.89% over the past 12 months.


Vaxcyte, Inc.

1D
5.73%
1M
-5.88%
YTD
25.94%
6M
61.33%
1Y
53.89%
3Y*
15.74%
5Y*
22.66%
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 Jun 12, 2020, PCVX's average daily return is +0.14%, while the average monthly return is +2.55%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 2.3 years.

Historically, 51% of months were positive and 49% were negative. The best month was Oct 2022 with a return of +81.7%, while the worst month was Mar 2025 at -48.3%. The longest winning streak lasted 5 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 7 months.

On a daily basis, PCVX closed higher 50% of trading days. The best single day was Oct 24, 2022 with a return of +60.4%, while the worst single day was Mar 31, 2025 at -45.6%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
202616.10%15.25%-5.88%25.94%
20257.89%-17.32%-48.29%-5.08%-9.35%0.06%4.43%-9.31%16.99%25.71%9.56%-6.99%-43.64%
202413.73%3.36%-7.46%-11.36%16.05%7.46%4.48%2.37%41.49%-6.93%-11.29%-13.23%30.35%
2023-5.42%-9.66%-8.52%14.27%15.62%0.85%-3.76%8.03%-1.81%-5.65%7.63%21.31%30.97%
2022-19.97%21.69%4.23%0.25%-0.91%-9.30%6.07%13.34%-8.26%81.71%5.62%4.10%101.56%
2021-7.68%-3.95%-16.17%-5.97%13.46%6.83%-3.69%20.99%-3.28%-7.77%-12.91%16.73%-10.46%

Benchmark Metrics

Vaxcyte, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 26.41%, beta of 0.84, and R² of 0.05 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since June 15, 2020.

  • This stock captured 174.90% of S&P 500 Index gains and 159.91% of its losses — amplifying both gains and losses, but participating more in upside than downside.
  • R² of 0.05 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
26.41%
Beta
0.84
0.05
Upside Capture
174.90%
Downside Capture
159.91%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

PCVX 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.


PCVX Risk / Return Rank: 4747
Overall Rank
PCVX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 7373
Sharpe Ratio Rank
PCVX Sortino Ratio Rank: 6868
Sortino Ratio Rank
PCVX Omega Ratio Rank: 6666
Omega Ratio Rank
PCVX Calmar Ratio Rank: 1919
Calmar Ratio Rank
PCVX Martin Ratio Rank: 99
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 Vaxcyte, Inc. (PCVX) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


PCVXBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

0.94

0.90

+0.05

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

1.54

1.39

+0.16

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.19

1.21

-0.02

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

-0.63

1.40

-2.03

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

-1.49

6.61

-8.10

Explore PCVX risk-adjusted metrics in detail

Dive deeper into individual metrics with historical trends, benchmark comparisons, and performance across different time periods.

Dividends

Dividend History


Vaxcyte, 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 Vaxcyte, 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 Vaxcyte, Inc. was 76.22%, occurring on Apr 10, 2025. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current Vaxcyte, Inc. drawdown is 50.73%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-76.22%Oct 17, 2024120Apr 10, 2025
-70.31%Sep 24, 2020157May 10, 2021649Dec 6, 2023806
-33.91%Aug 21, 202012Sep 8, 202010Sep 22, 202022
-25.9%Feb 28, 202441Apr 25, 202452Jul 11, 202493
-25.25%Jun 22, 202017Jul 15, 202018Aug 10, 202035

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 Vaxcyte, 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 Vaxcyte, 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.


Income Statement



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EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

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Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

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Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items