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This Stock Is Up More than 560% This Year, but It Could Drop by 38%, According to Wall Street

Have Moderna’s shares risen too much, too fast?

This Stock Is Up More than 560% This Year, but It Could Drop by 38%, According to Wall Street

Published October 9, 2026 · Category: Finance

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Strong clinical and regulatory progress has driven Moderna's (NASDAQ:MRNA) shares significantly higher this year. The biotech has gained over 560%, while the S&P 500 has recorded a comparatively modest gain of about 14%. However, several Wall Street analysts consider Moderna's shares overvalued. The company's average price target of $121 (according to Yahoo! Finance) implies a 38% downside from current levels. Is it time to sell Moderna stock?

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