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Scynexis Inc (SCYX) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Scynexis Inc stock (SCYX) is currently trading at $0.88. Scynexis Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.90. Analyst consensus price target for SCYX is $3.47. WallStSmart rates SCYX as Underperform.

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SCYX

Scynexis Inc

NASDAQHEALTHCARE
$0.88
$0.02 (-2.13%)
52W$0.56
$1.31
Target$3.47+294.3%

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Smart Analysis

Scynexis Inc (SCYX) · 8 metrics scored

Smart Score

48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Hold
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in operating margin, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around market cap and return on equity. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.

Scynexis Inc (SCYX) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 9.5/10
Operating MarginProfitability
56.40%10/10

Keeps $56 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

Price/BookValuation
0.8410/10

Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets

Revenue GrowthGrowth
1809.00%10/10

Revenue surging 1809.00% year-over-year

Price/SalesValuation
1.908/10

Paying $1.90 for every $1 of annual revenue

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
3.72
Attractive
Price/Sales (TTM)
1.898
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.184
Undervalued
SCYX Target Price
$3.473
350% Upside

Scynexis Inc (SCYX) Areas to Watch (4)

Avg Score: 1.8/10
Return on EquityProfitability
-16.50%0/10

Company is destroying shareholder value

Profit MarginProfitability
-41.80%0/10

Company is losing money with a negative profit margin

Market CapQuality
$39M3/10

Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility

Institutional Own.Quality
27.89%4/10

Low institutional interest, mostly retail-driven

Scynexis Inc (SCYX) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 48/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a D+ grade. Out of 8 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.5/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 1.8/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (1.90), Price/Book (0.84) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 56.40%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 1809.00%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Market Cap. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -16.50%, Profit Margin at -41.80%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at -16.50% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 1809.00% strong but requiring continuation.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Return on Equity and Profit Margin are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

SCYX Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

SCYX's Price-to-Sales ratio of 1.90x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 5.84x (14th percentile). The current valuation is 83% below its historical high of 11.45x set in Mar 2026, and 5% above its historical low of 1.81x in Mar 2026. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~10.7x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Scynexis Inc (SCYX) · HEALTHCAREDRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC

The Big Picture

Scynexis Inc is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 21M with 1809% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -41.8% profit margin.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 1809% YoY, reaching 21M. This pace significantly outperforms most DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC peers.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 18M in free cash flow and 18M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Operating at a Loss

The company is unprofitable with a -41.8% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.

What to Watch Next

Growth sustainability: can Scynexis Inc maintain 1809%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Sector dynamics: monitor DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Scynexis Inc.

Bottom Line

Scynexis Inc is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 1809% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin -41.8% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Scynexis Inc(SCYX)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

HEALTHCARE

Industry

DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY...

Country

USA

SCYNEXIS, Inc., a biotechnology company, offers therapies for the treatment of yeast infections in the United States. The company is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey.