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08 Jul 2026, 22:51 UTC · 2h ago

Why Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (VKTX) Dipped More Than Broader Market Today

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Viking Therapeutics (VKTX) is expected to report earnings per share (EPS) of -$1.21, a decrease of 108.62% from the prior-year quarter. — A significant year-over-year drop in expected earnings typically pressures a stock's price ahead of an earnings release.
-0.60
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Viking Therapeutics currently holds a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell). — A quantitative 'Sell' rating from a major research provider suggests a bearish short-term outlook.
-0.40
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VKTX shares closed the most recent trading day down 5.13%, underperforming the S&P 500. — Recent price momentum is negative and trailing the broader market, indicating waning investor sentiment.
-0.20

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