Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc.
Arcutis Biotherapeutics develops and commercializes immuno-dermatology drugs, primarily generating revenue from its ZORYVE (roflumilast) product line including creams and foam formulations.
Business. Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (ARQT) is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in the United States that operates within the healthcare sector. The firm is primarily engaged in the development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products, with its common stock listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange. As specific operating segment and geographic revenue data are not provided, the company is described at the industry level as a participant in the pharmaceuticals market.
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- EarningsQ2 2026 earnings (expected)2026-08-05 · estimated
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- CongressJosh Gottheimer — Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc.2023-09-15 · Democrat · NJ · Sale · $1,001 - $15,000
- CongressJosh Gottheimer — Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc.2023-04-17 · Democrat · NJ · Purchase · $1,001 - $15,000
- CongressJosh Gottheimer — Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc.2022-06-15 · Democrat · NJ · Purchase · $1,001 - $15,000
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Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (ARQT) is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in the United States that operates within the healthcare sector. The firm is primarily engaged in the development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products, with its common stock listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange. As specific operating segment and geographic revenue data are not provided, the company is described at the industry level as a participant in the pharmaceuticals market.
Arcutis maintains a capital structure characterized by significant leverage relative to equity, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.58 and total liabilities of $270.4 million against $189.6 million in equity. The balance sheet holds $34.8 million in cash and equivalents alongside $189.2 million in marketable securities, providing a current ratio of 2.68. However, net cash is negative after subtracting total debt of $109.4 million ($101.5 million long-term and $7.95 million short-term). Operating cash flow turned positive in Q1 2026 at $2.2 million, a notable improvement from the $30.4 million outflow in the prior year period, driven by changes in working capital and reduced net loss.
Profitability remains negative, with a net loss of $11.3 million in Q1 2026, resulting in a return on equity of -8.5% and return on assets of -3.5%. The company trades at a price-to-book ratio of 0.02 and an EV/Revenue multiple of 0.21, reflecting market skepticism regarding near-term earnings power despite the positive cash flow inflection. The accumulated deficit stands at $1.15 billion, underscoring the historical burn rate associated with R&D and commercialization efforts.
Revenue generation is concentrated in the Topical Roflumilast Program, which includes ZORYVE cream 0.3%, 0.15%, 0.05%, and foam formulations. The filing observations reference specific segment members for these products, indicating they are the primary revenue drivers. The company also discloses customer concentration risk, with major customers accounting for a significant portion of sales, though specific percentages are not detailed in the provided snapshot. Geographic exposure includes the US, UK, and China, with tax jurisdiction disclosures confirming operations in these regions.
Growth trajectory shows a narrowing loss profile, with Q1 2026 net loss of $11.3 million compared to $25.1 million in Q1 2025. Revenue for Q1 2026 was $105.4 million. The positive operating cash flow in Q1 2026 contrasts sharply with the negative $30.4 million in Q1 2025, suggesting improved operational efficiency or working capital management. However, the company continues to incur significant annual losses, as noted in the liquidity discussion.
Risk factors are elevated, with a "high" liquidity risk flag due to negative net cash and "medium" dilution risk. Filings reference going-concern or substantial-doubt language, highlighting the dependency on future funding or sustained cash flow improvements to meet obligations. The company has an amended loan and security agreement with SLR Investment Corp., and the risk of failing to satisfy covenants is a key concern. Dilution risk is further compounded by the existence of prefunded warrants and stock-based compensation expenses of $10.7 million in Q1 2026.
Recent events include an 8-K filing with material item 5.02, indicating a significant corporate event or agreement change. Analyst sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, with a mean price target of $34.62 and a mean recommendation of 1.88 (leaning towards buy). The company continues to advance its pipeline, including ARQ-234, and seeks regulatory approvals for label expansions, which are critical for long-term growth visibility.
- Operating cash flow turned positive ($2.2M) in Q1 2026, reversing a $30.4M outflow in Q1 2025, driven by working capital improvements.
- Net cash is negative after debt, with $109.4M in total debt against $224M in liquid assets (cash + marketable securities), creating high liquidity risk.
- Filings contain going-concern language, signaling substantial doubt about the company's ability to continue as a going concern without further capital or sustained cash flow.
- Revenue is heavily concentrated in the ZORYVE (roflumilast) franchise, with customer concentration risk disclosed.
- Dilution risk is medium, supported by $10.7M in stock-based compensation and existing prefunded warrants.
- Analysts maintain a buy-leaning consensus (1.88 mean rec) with a $34.62 mean price target, implying upside from the current $27.74 price.
Bull / Bear case
Generated · model-assistedAnalysts project 24.8% upside to a mean price target of $34.63, reflecting strong buy consensus among eight analysts.
The company maintains a low leverage band with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.58, indicating manageable financial risk.
A current ratio of 3.17 suggests strong short-term liquidity, providing a buffer against immediate operational cash flow needs.
Capital expenditure intensity is minimal at 0.18% of revenue, allowing the firm to preserve cash for other strategic uses.
The company faces high liquidity risk, which could constrain its ability to meet short-term obligations without raising capital.
Medium dilution risk exists, potentially eroding shareholder value if the company issues new equity to fund operations.
In focus — financials by report
Revenue $105.4M; Operating income -$9.1M.
- ▍Revenue $105.4M
- ▍Operating income -$9.1M
- ▍Net margin -10.7%
Revenue $246.6M; Operating income -$30.6M.
- ▍Revenue $246.6M
- ▍Operating income -$30.6M
- ▍Net margin -13.6%
Revenue $147.3M; Operating income -$39.1M.
- ▍Revenue $147.3M
- ▍Operating income -$39.1M
- ▍Net margin -27.8%
Revenue $376.1M; Operating income -$12.2M.
- ▍Revenue $376.1M
- ▍Operating income -$12.2M
- ▍Net margin -4.3%
Revenue $196.5M; Operating income -$128.4M.
- ▍Revenue $196.5M
- ▍Operating income -$128.4M
- ▍Net margin -71.3%
Revenue $196.5M; Operating income -$128.4M.
- ▍Revenue $196.5M
- ▍Operating income -$128.4M
- ▍Net margin -71.3%
Revenue $59.6M; Operating income -$241.1M.
- ▍Revenue $59.6M
- ▍Operating income -$241.1M
- ▍Net margin -439.8%
Revenue $59.6M; Operating income -$241.1M.
- ▍Revenue $59.6M
- ▍Operating income -$241.1M
- ▍Net margin -439.8%
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Predictor forecast
| Metric | Our forecast | Guidance | Consensus |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | —no estimate | —no estimate | 0,16 |
| Revenue | —no estimate | —no estimate | 500,1M USD |
| Operating income | —no estimate | —no estimate | 25,2M USD |
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.
- Filings reference going-concern or substantial-doubt language.
- Source documents mention dilution or offering risk.
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Derivatives & instruments
Derivative transactions
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockDisposed 1 019 @ $7,51exercise · 2026-07-15
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockDisposed 2 255 @ $8,63exercise · 2026-07-15
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockDisposed 822 @ $6,52exercise · 2026-07-15
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 21 486 @ $27,78grant · 2026-07-15
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 13 010 @ $27,78grant · 2026-07-15
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockDisposed 2 255 @ $8,63exercise · 2026-06-15
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockDisposed 822 @ $6,52exercise · 2026-06-15
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockDisposed 1 019 @ $7,51exercise · 2026-06-15
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 16 667 @ $21,23grant · 2026-06-05
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 16 667 @ $21,23grant · 2026-06-05
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 16 667 @ $21,23grant · 2026-06-05
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 16 667 @ $21,23grant · 2026-06-05
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 16 667 @ $21,23grant · 2026-06-05
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 16 667 @ $21,23grant · 2026-06-05
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 16 667 @ $21,23grant · 2026-06-05
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 16 667 @ $21,23grant · 2026-06-05
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockDisposed 12 220 @ $7,51exercise · 2026-03-02
- Director · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockDisposed 27 052 @ $8,63exercise · 2026-03-02
- SVP Chief Financial Officer · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 70 000 @ $26,97grant · 2026-02-27
- See Remarks · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 97 000 @ $26,97grant · 2026-02-27
- See Remarks · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 77 000 @ $26,97grant · 2026-02-27
- Director, See Remarks · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 266 000 @ $26,97grant · 2026-02-27
- See Remarks · Stock Option (right to buy) → Common StockAcquired 77 000 @ $26,97grant · 2026-02-27
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- Net Cashcash_and_equivalents + short_term_investments - short_term_debt - long_term_debt
- Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. company facts · 2026-07-17
- Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. 10-Q 2026-05-06 · 2026-07-17
- Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. 10-K 2026-02-25 · 2026-07-17
- Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. 10-Q 2025-10-28 · 2026-07-17
- Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. 10-Q 2025-08-06 · 2026-07-17
- 8-K (sec_8k_material) on ARQT · 2026-07-17
- Arcutis Biotherapeutics Inc Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-07-17
- Arcutis Biotherapeutics Inc Market data — ESG · 2026-07-17
- Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. HA canonical relationships · 2026-07-17
Ownership & reference
Top holders
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,08 %$117M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,02 %$44M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,02 %$34M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,01 %$78M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,01 %$54M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,01 %$99M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,01 %$8M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,01 %$148M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,01 %$11M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$38M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$72M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$24M
- Investment Managers · as of 2025-12-310,00 %$211M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$23M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$4M
- Investment Managers · as of 2024-06-300,00 %$80M
- Investment Managers · as of 2024-12-310,00 %$5M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$7M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$3M
- Brokerage Firms · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$4M
- Brokerage Firms · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$5M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$1M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$3M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$2M
- Funds · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$3M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$7M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
- Investment Managers · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$1M
- Institutional Investor · as of 2026-03-310,00 %$0M
Leadership
- Todd Franklin WatanabePresident, Chief Executive Officer, Director
Insider activity
- Director · Common StockSold 4 730 @ $26,91$127K · 2026-07-15
- Director · Common StockOther 2 255 @ $8,63$19K · 2026-07-15
- Director · Common StockOther 4 315 · 2026-07-15
- Director · Common StockOther 822 @ $6,52$5K · 2026-07-15
- Director · Common StockOther 1 019 @ $7,51$8K · 2026-07-15
- Director · Common StockSold 635 @ $25,67$16K · 2026-06-17
- Director · Common StockSold 4 946 @ $24,38$121K · 2026-06-15
- Director · Common StockOther 822 @ $6,52$5K · 2026-06-15
- Director · Common StockOther 1 019 @ $7,51$8K · 2026-06-15
- Director · Common StockOther 2 255 @ $8,63$19K · 2026-06-15
- Director · Common StockSold 4 096 @ $24,41$100K · 2026-06-15
- Director · Common StockOther 5 778 · 2026-06-05
- Director · Common StockOther 5 778 · 2026-06-05
- Director · Common StockOther 5 778 · 2026-06-05
- Director · Common StockOther 5 778 · 2026-06-05
- Director · Common StockOther 5 778 · 2026-06-05
- Director · Common StockOther 5 778 · 2026-06-05
- Director · Common StockOther 5 778 · 2026-06-05
- Director · Common StockOther 5 778 · 2026-06-05
- SVP Chief Financial Officer · Common StockSold 435 @ $21,05$9K · 2026-05-11
- See Remarks · Common StockSold 222 @ $21,05$5K · 2026-05-11
- See Remarks · Common StockSold 7 372 @ $23,27$172K · 2026-05-04
- See Remarks · Common StockSold 884 @ $23,61$21K · 2026-05-04
- See Remarks · Common StockSold 684 @ $23,61$16K · 2026-05-04
- SVP Chief Financial Officer · Common StockSold 1 341 @ $23,61$32K · 2026-05-04
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Evidence & claims
From filings & derived data- Operating income (annual): USD -12.23MUnknown
- EPS (diluted) (annual): USD-PER-SHARES -0Unknown
- Current liabilities (annual): USD 129.84MUnknown
- Shares outstanding (annual): 123.33MUnknown
- Capex (annual): USD 686KUnknown
- Revenue (annual): USD 376.07MUnknown
- Cash & equivalents (annual): USD 42.91MUnknown
- Net income (annual): USD -16.14MUnknown
- R&D expense (annual): USD 77.05MUnknown
- Total assets (annual): USD 432.97MUnknown
- EPS (basic) (annual): USD-PER-SHARES -0Unknown
- Total liabilities (annual): USD 243.49MUnknown
- Long-term debt (annual): USD 108.96MUnknown
- Shareholders' equity (annual): USD 189.48MUnknown
- Operating cash flow (annual): USD -5.62MUnknown
- Current assets (annual): USD 411.23MUnknown
- Cost of revenue (annual): USD 36.7MUnknown
- Revenue (annual): USD 196.54MUnknown
- EPS (basic) (annual): USD-PER-SHARES -1Unknown
- EPS (diluted) (annual): USD-PER-SHARES -1Unknown
- Cash & equivalents (annual): USD 71.33MUnknown
- Total liabilities (annual): USD 191.35MUnknown
- Cost of revenue (annual): USD 19.13MUnknown
- R&D expense (annual): USD 76.42MUnknown