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Alpha Teknova Inc (TKNO) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Alpha Teknova Inc stock (TKNO) is currently trading at $3.04. Alpha Teknova Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.94. Analyst consensus price target for TKNO is $9.00. WallStSmart rates TKNO as Sell.

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TKNO

Alpha Teknova Inc

NASDAQHEALTHCARE
$3.04
$0.06 (2.01%)
52W$1.91
$7.48
Target$9.00+196.1%

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Smart Analysis

Alpha Teknova Inc (TKNO) · 8 metrics scored

Smart Score

29
out of 100
Grade: F
Avoid
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 institutional own.. Concerns around market cap and return on equity. Significant fundamental concerns warrant caution or avoidance.

Alpha Teknova Inc (TKNO) Key Strengths (1)

Avg Score: 10.0/10
Institutional Own.Quality
83.63%10/10

83.63% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Supporting Valuation Data

TKNO Target Price
$9
232% Upside

Alpha Teknova Inc (TKNO) Areas to Watch (7)

Avg Score: 2.7/10
Return on EquityProfitability
-22.80%0/10

Company is destroying shareholder value

Operating MarginProfitability
-41.20%0/10

Losing money on operations

Profit MarginProfitability
-42.60%0/10

Company is losing money with a negative profit margin

Market CapQuality
$160M3/10

Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility

Revenue GrowthGrowth
7.80%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 7.80%

Price/SalesValuation
3.946/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 3.94x sales

Price/BookValuation
2.176/10

Fairly priced relative to book value

Alpha Teknova Inc (TKNO) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 29/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 8 metrics analyzed, 1 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 2.7/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own..

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (3.94), Price/Book (2.17) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 7.80%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -22.80%, Operating Margin at -41.20%, Profit Margin at -42.60%.

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 -22.80% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 7.80% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. 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 Operating 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.

TKNO Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

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

TKNO's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.94x sits near its historical average of 3.49x (71th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 1% below its historical high of 3.98x set in Mar 2026, and 41% above its historical low of 2.79x in Mar 2026. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~3.4x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Alpha Teknova Inc (TKNO) · HEALTHCAREDRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC

The Big Picture

Alpha Teknova Inc is in a turnaround phase, with management focused on restoring profitability. Revenue reached 41M with 8% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -42.6% profit margin.

Key Findings

Low Leverage

Debt-to-equity ratio of 0.22 indicates a conservative balance sheet with 3M in cash.

Operating at a Loss

The company is unprofitable with a -42.6% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.

Negative Free Cash Flow

Free cash flow is -710,000, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.

What to Watch Next

Debt management: total debt of 16M is significantly higher than cash (3M). Monitor refinancing risk.

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

Bottom Line

Alpha Teknova Inc is in turnaround mode. The path to profitability remains the critical question. Speculative investors may see opportunity in the recovery story, but conservative investors should wait for consistent positive earnings before committing capital.

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 Alpha Teknova Inc(TKNO)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

HEALTHCARE

Industry

DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY...

Country

USA

Alpha Teknova Inc (TKNO) is a leading provider of synthetic biology solutions, specializing in high-quality biological reagents and supplements essential for life sciences research and biomanufacturing. The company addresses critical needs across key sectors, such as vaccine development, cell and gene therapy, and diagnostic testing, while maintaining a steadfast commitment to quality and customer service excellence. With a robust foundation in biotechnology and a focus on innovation, Alpha Teknova is well-positioned to capitalize on the expanding opportunities within the life sciences market, fostering growth and delivering value to its investors.