Illumina Inc (ILMN)
Illumina Inc (ILMN) is a biotechnology company specializing in genomic-focused solutions, including sequencing and array-based technologies. Founded in 1998, Illumina provides tools and services for genetic research, clinical applications, and molecular diagnostics, playing a key role in advancing personalized medicine and genomic science.
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The global Single-cell Analysis Market is projected to grow from USD 3.90 billion in 2024 to USD 12.29 billion by 2032, with a 13.61% CAGR, driven by increasing cancer research, precision medicine, and advanced genomics technologies.
China has banned imports of genetic sequencers from Illumina, leading to a 20% drop in the company's sales in China. This move comes in retaliation to the U.S. tariff hikes, and it is expected to benefit Chinese gene-sequencing firms like MGI Tech.
Illumina's stock price dropped due to a downgrade by Barclays, which cited concerns about the impact of the U.S.-China trade dispute on the company's operations. Illumina's recent financial results also fell short of analyst expectations.
The article discusses the upcoming changes to the Nasdaq 100 index, with Palantir, MicroStrategy, and Axon Enterprise set to join the index, while Moderna and Illumina will be removed. It highlights the growth potential of the incoming stocks and the challenges faced by the outgoing ones.
Wall Street analysts believe Illumina (ILMN) stock could surge 27.02% based on their price targets, but investors should be cautious as price targets can be unreliable indicators of future stock performance.
