$952 Million is the total value of Perceptive Advisors's 127 reported holdings in Q1 2014. The portfolio turnover from Q4 2013 to Q1 2014 was 352.9% .
| Value | Shares | ↓ Weighting | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBIX | Buy | NEUROCRINE BIOSCIENCES INC | $74,372,000 | +90.3% | 4,619,367 | +10.4% | 7.82% | +66.5% |
| LBIO | New | LION BIOTECHNOLOGIES | $28,320,000 | – | 3,000,000 | +100.0% | 2.98% | – |
| HRTX | New | HERON THERAPEUTICS INC | $24,515,000 | – | 1,762,426 | +100.0% | 2.58% | – |
| DYAX | Buy | DYAX CORP | $23,013,000 | +31.0% | 2,562,674 | +9.9% | 2.42% | +14.6% |
| VRTX | New | VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCput | $21,216,000 | – | 300,000 | +100.0% | 2.23% | – |
| PTCT | New | PTC THERAPEUTICS | $17,558,000 | – | 671,736 | +100.0% | 1.84% | – |
| NEPT | Buy | NEPTUNE TECHNOLOGIES BIORESO | $16,550,000 | -3.3% | 6,700,444 | +13.6% | 1.74% | -15.4% |
| ACAD | New | ACADIA PHARMACEUTICALS INC | $16,204,000 | – | 666,000 | +100.0% | 1.70% | – |
| VSAR | New | VERSARTIS INC | $15,063,000 | – | 501,266 | +100.0% | 1.58% | – |
| SGMO | New | SANGAMO BIOSCIENCES INC | $14,464,000 | – | 800,000 | +100.0% | 1.52% | – |
| PRTA | New | PROTHENA CORP PLC | $13,409,000 | – | 350,000 | +100.0% | 1.41% | – |
| ANAC | New | ANACOR PHARMACEUTICALS INC | $12,947,000 | – | 647,015 | +100.0% | 1.36% | – |
| EXAS | New | EXACT SCIENCES CORPput | $12,753,000 | – | 900,000 | +100.0% | 1.34% | – |
| CLVS | Buy | CLOVIS ONCOLOGY INC | $11,929,000 | +547.3% | 172,217 | +463.1% | 1.25% | +467.0% |
| ZLTQ | Buy | ZELTIQ AESTHETICS INC | $11,503,000 | +99.0% | 586,013 | +91.8% | 1.21% | +74.2% |
| TARO | Buy | TARO PHARMACEUTICAL INDS LTD | $10,768,000 | +92.4% | 97,011 | +71.4% | 1.13% | +68.3% |
| FLML | New | FLAMEL TECHNOLOGIES SAsponsored adr | $10,720,000 | – | 800,000 | +100.0% | 1.13% | – |
| OPHT | Buy | OPHTHOTECH CORP | $8,935,000 | +268.3% | 250,000 | +233.3% | 0.94% | +222.7% |
| ITMN | New | INTERMUNE INC | $8,702,000 | – | 260,000 | +100.0% | 0.91% | – |
| SRPT | New | Sarepta Therapeutics Inccall | $8,413,000 | – | 350,000 | +100.0% | 0.88% | – |
| HCA | New | HCA HOLDINGS INC | $7,875,000 | – | 150,000 | +100.0% | 0.83% | – |
| DSCI | New | DERMA SCIENCES INC | $6,756,000 | – | 532,800 | +100.0% | 0.71% | – |
| CYTK | New | CYTOKINETICS INCcall | $6,650,000 | – | 700,000 | +100.0% | 0.70% | – |
| INSM | New | INSMED INC | $6,474,000 | – | 340,000 | +100.0% | 0.68% | – |
| ALQA | Buy | ALLIQUA | $6,472,000 | +60.2% | 784,594 | +40.7% | 0.68% | +40.2% |
| TRVN | New | TREVENA INC | $6,052,000 | – | 770,000 | +100.0% | 0.64% | – |
| ARWR | New | ARROWHEAD RESH CORP | $5,210,000 | – | 317,300 | +100.0% | 0.55% | – |
| ENZY | New | ENZYMOTEC LTD | $4,717,000 | – | 214,219 | +100.0% | 0.50% | – |
| KERX | New | KERYX BIOPHARMACEUTICALS INC | $4,686,000 | – | 275,000 | +100.0% | 0.49% | – |
| GMED | New | GLOBUS MED INCcl a shrs | $4,520,000 | – | 170,000 | +100.0% | 0.48% | – |
| SHPG | Buy | SHIRE PLCsponsored adr | $4,456,000 | +215.4% | 30,000 | +200.0% | 0.47% | +175.3% |
| ALNY | New | ALNYLAM PHARMACEUTICALS INC | $3,357,000 | – | 50,000 | +100.0% | 0.35% | – |
| ITMN | New | INTERMUNE INCcall | $3,347,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.35% | – |
| FPRX | Buy | FIVE PRIME THERAPEUTICS INC | $2,949,000 | +32.5% | 150,000 | +13.2% | 0.31% | +16.1% |
| BOTA | New | BIOTA PHARMACEUTIALS INC | $2,536,000 | – | 415,000 | +100.0% | 0.27% | – |
| MGCD | Buy | MGC DIAGNOSTICS CORP | $2,310,000 | +1.6% | 206,957 | +15.2% | 0.24% | -11.0% |
| GNVC | New | GENVEC INC | $2,173,000 | – | 820,000 | +100.0% | 0.23% | – |
| TKMR | New | TEKMIRA PHARMACEUTICALS CORPput | $2,149,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.23% | – |
| MDVN | New | MEDIVATION INC | $2,053,000 | – | 31,900 | +100.0% | 0.22% | – |
| FOLD | New | AMICUS THERAPEUTICS INC | $2,000,000 | – | 966,300 | +100.0% | 0.21% | – |
| ATRC | New | ATRICURE INC | $1,881,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.20% | – |
| UPI | Buy | UROPLASTY INC | $1,880,000 | +119.4% | 517,791 | +64.9% | 0.20% | +92.2% |
| OXGN | New | OXIGENE INC | $1,865,000 | – | 500,000 | +100.0% | 0.20% | – |
| QCOR | New | QUESTCOR PHARMACEUTICALS | $1,857,000 | – | 28,600 | +100.0% | 0.20% | – |
| CGEN | New | COMPUGEN LTDord | $1,787,000 | – | 170,000 | +100.0% | 0.19% | – |
| AQXP | New | AQUINOX PHARMACEUTICALS INC | $1,655,000 | – | 130,000 | +100.0% | 0.17% | – |
| ONTY | Buy | ONCOTHYREON INC | $1,624,000 | +84.5% | 543,000 | +8.6% | 0.17% | +61.3% |
| BDSI | New | BIODELIVERY SCIENCES INTL IN | $1,604,000 | – | 190,000 | +100.0% | 0.17% | – |
| ANTH | Buy | ANTHERA PHARMACEUTICALS INC | $1,603,000 | +21.0% | 478,456 | +10.9% | 0.17% | +5.7% |
| ICAD | New | ICAD INC | $1,603,000 | – | 175,000 | +100.0% | 0.17% | – |
| ELOS | New | SYNERON MEDICAL LTDord | $1,587,000 | – | 127,500 | +100.0% | 0.17% | – |
| ENZ | New | ENZO BIOCHEM INC | $1,581,000 | – | 380,000 | +100.0% | 0.17% | – |
| RCPT | New | RECEPTOS INC | $1,468,000 | – | 35,000 | +100.0% | 0.15% | – |
| EXEL | New | EXELIXIS INCcall | $1,416,000 | – | 400,000 | +100.0% | 0.15% | – |
| NLNK | New | NEWLINK GENETICS CORPcall | $1,420,000 | – | 50,000 | +100.0% | 0.15% | – |
| ANIP | New | ANI PHARMACEUTICALS INC | $1,411,000 | – | 45,000 | +100.0% | 0.15% | – |
| DRRX | New | DURECT CORP | $1,206,000 | – | 907,064 | +100.0% | 0.13% | – |
| EPZM | New | EPIZYME INC | $1,198,000 | – | 52,602 | +100.0% | 0.13% | – |
| AKAOQ | New | ACHAOGEN INC | $928,000 | – | 60,000 | +100.0% | 0.10% | – |
| GLMD | New | GALMED PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | $860,000 | – | 75,000 | +100.0% | 0.09% | – |
| TBIO | New | TRANSGENOMIC INC | $842,000 | – | 183,957 | +100.0% | 0.09% | – |
| AGEN | New | AGENUS INC | $634,000 | – | 200,000 | +100.0% | 0.07% | – |
| BLRX | New | BIOLINERX LTDsponsored adr | $399,000 | – | 179,041 | +100.0% | 0.04% | – |
| ILMN | Buy | ILLUMINA INC | $372,000 | +68.3% | 2,500 | +25.0% | 0.04% | +44.4% |
| T107PS | New | WRIGHT MED GROUP INC | $311,000 | – | 10,000 | +100.0% | 0.03% | – |
| INSYQ | Buy | INSYS THERAPEUTICS INC NEW | $255,000 | +15.4% | 6,153 | +7.5% | 0.03% | 0.0% |
| RIGL | New | RIGEL PHARMACEUTICALS INC | $194,000 | – | 50,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| B108PS | New | ACTAVIS PLC | $195,000 | – | 945 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| CSLT | New | CASTLIGHT HEALTH INC | $180,000 | – | 8,500 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| VCRA | New | VOCERA COMMUNICATIONS INC | $163,000 | – | 10,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| HZNP | New | HORIZON PHARMA INC | $138,000 | – | 9,120 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| HUM | New | HUMANA INC | $141,000 | – | 1,250 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| PCRX | New | PACIRA PHARMACEUTICALS | $139,000 | – | 2,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| FLDM | Buy | FLUIDIGM CORP DEL | $135,000 | +73.1% | 3,070 | +51.2% | 0.01% | +55.6% |
| ABMD | New | ABIOMED INC | $130,000 | – | 5,000 | +100.0% | 0.01% | – |
| ENDP | New | ENDO INTL PLC | $78,000 | – | 1,138 | +100.0% | 0.01% | – |
| TXMD | New | THERAPEUTICSMD INC | $44,000 | – | 7,000 | +100.0% | 0.01% | – |
Original filings
The following EDGAR filing(s) were analyzed to create this report:
- View 13F-HR filed 2014-05-15
About Perceptive Advisors
Perceptive Advisors is a New York-based hedge fund that specializes in healthcare investments. The company was founded in 1999 by Joseph Edelman, who serves as the CEO and Chief Investment Officer. Since its inception, Perceptive Advisors has become one of the most successful healthcare-focused hedge funds in the world, with over $5 billion in assets under management.
The company's investment strategy is based on a deep understanding of the healthcare industry and a focus on identifying promising companies with innovative products and technologies. Perceptive Advisors invests in a wide range of healthcare sectors, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and healthcare services.
One of the key factors behind Perceptive Advisors' success is its team of experienced professionals. In addition to Joseph Edelman, the company's leadership team includes Adam Stone, the COO, and Jeremy Goldberg, the Chief Scientific Officer. The team also includes a group of highly skilled analysts and researchers who are experts in their respective fields.
Perceptive Advisors has a strong track record of generating high returns for its investors. However, it is important to note that investing in hedge funds carries significant risks, and investors should carefully consider their investment objectives and risk tolerance before investing. As with any investment, it is important to conduct thorough research and seek the advice of a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
It's important to note that this information is for educational purposes only and has not been fact-checked. As with any investment, it's important to do your own research and consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
Top long-term holdings
| Name | Quarters owned | Latest quarter owned | Max weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEUROCRINE BIOSCIENCES SHARES | 42 | Q3 2023 | 15.7% |
| AMICUS THERAPEUTICS SHARES | 39 | Q3 2023 | 14.0% |
| ALDEYRA THERAPEUTICS SHARES | 35 | Q3 2023 | 3.3% |
| QUOTIENT TECHNOLOGY INC | 34 | Q3 2022 | 2.7% |
| GLOBAL BLOOD THERAPEUTICS SHARES | 29 | Q3 2022 | 9.3% |
| ADMA BIOLOGICS SHARES | 29 | Q3 2023 | 1.4% |
| RETROPHIN SHARES | 28 | Q3 2020 | 5.5% |
| DBV TECHNOLOGIES SA-SPON ADR | 28 | Q3 2021 | 1.8% |
| VBI VACCINES SHARES | 27 | Q1 2023 | 2.8% |
| IOVANCE BIOTHERAPEUTICS INC | 26 | Q3 2023 | 9.1% |
View Perceptive Advisors's complete holdings history.
Latest significant ownerships (13-D/G)
| Filed | Shares | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEMBIO DIAGNOSTICS, INC.Sold out | May 04, 2023 | 0 | 0.0% |
| VBI Vaccines Inc/BC | April 07, 2023 | 43,509,553 | 16.7% |
| Landos Biopharma, Inc. | March 30, 2023 | 14,869,915 | 47.7% |
| REATA PHARMACEUTICALS INC | March 07, 2023 | 2,083,799 | 6.5% |
| AGILE THERAPEUTICS INCSold out | February 14, 2023 | 0 | 0.0% |
| ALBIREO PHARMA, INC. | February 14, 2023 | 1,757,160 | 8.5% |
| BELLUS Health Inc. | February 14, 2023 | 8,891,027 | 7.1% |
| CinCor Pharma, Inc. | February 14, 2023 | 2,576,325 | 5.9% |
| Coherus BioSciences, Inc.Sold out | February 14, 2023 | 0 | 0.0% |
| CONCERT PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. | February 14, 2023 | 1,800,000 | 3.6% |
View Perceptive Advisors's complete significant-ownership history.
Latest filings
| Type | Filed |
|---|---|
| SC 13D/A | 2024-05-01 |
| SC 13D/A | 2024-04-17 |
| SC 13D/A | 2024-04-17 |
| 4 | 2024-04-15 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-04-15 |
| SC 13G | 2024-04-15 |
| SC 13D/A | 2024-04-10 |
| 4 | 2024-04-08 |
| 4 | 2024-04-03 |
| SC 13D/A | 2024-04-03 |
View Perceptive Advisors's complete filings history.
All filings
- Holdings (13F-HR)
- Significant ownership (13-D/G)
- Insider transactions (4, 5, 6)
- Events (8-K)
- Shareholder votes (proxy)
View complete filings history.