Why Halozyme Therapeutics (HALO) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term

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Halozyme Therapeutics (HALO)

San Diego, CA-based Halozyme Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company, focused on the development and commercialization of novel treatments for oncology indications by targeting tumor microenvironment. The company also licenses its novel drug delivery technology, ENHANZE, for subcutaneous (SC) administration of drugs.

HALO is a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) stock, with a Momentum Style Score of A and VGM Score of A. Shares are up 0.8% over the past one week and up 1.1% over the past four weeks. HALO has gained 4.9% in the last one-year period as well. Looking at trading volume, an average of 811,010.06 shares exchanged hands over the last 20 trading days.

A company's earnings performance is important for momentum investors as well. For fiscal 2023, three analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for HALO, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.08 to $2.67 per share. HALO also boasts an average earnings surprise of 15%.

With strong earnings growth, a good Zacks Rank, and top-tier Momentum and VGM Style Scores, investors should think about adding HALO to their portfolios.

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