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Why ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) stock moved

Updated Aug 18, 2026

ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) shares rose 4.6% to $7.92 as of August 18, 2026, a moderate gain from the prior close of $7.57. BestStocks flagged the session as a major change for IBRX. The move is tied to price move up. Below, we break down what changed for IBRX, why it matters for investors, how the stock reacted, and the catalysts on the calendar.

What happened

IBRX climbed 4.6% to $7.92

IBRX rose 4.6% in its latest session, moving from $7.57 to $7.92.

Material / EarningsLow confidence
Rel. volume
0.5×
Below Avg
Vs peers
No comparable peers
Market cap
$8.3B
NASDAQ Global Select
Analyst target
$13
+64.1% vs price
Price chart
Aug 18
Not enough price data.
E earnings
F filing
A analyst
V/N other
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What it means for ImmunityBio, Inc. investors

For ImmunityBio, Inc. investors, the recent signals are mixed, leaving the near-term picture neutral / mixed. On the constructive side: Material positive event; Positive 4.6% session move. Weighing against that: ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) moved -6.94% from $8.07 to $7.51 on 2026-07-22; ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) moved -5.23% from $8.22 to $7.79 on 2026-07-13. Wall Street's consensus price target sits at $13.00, implying +64.1% upside from $7.92. BestStocks rates the overall signal quality low (53/100). With earnings roughly 77 days out, the next report is the most likely near-term test of the move.

IBRX price reaction

IBRX last traded at $7.92, up $0.35 (+4.62%) from the previous close of $7.57. The session traded on 0.5× average volume (below avg), so participation was unremarkable.

Bullish and bearish analyst opinions on ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX)

The consensus analyst price target on ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) is $13.00, 64.1% above the recent $7.92. Over the past 90 days analysts logged 0 upgrades, 3 maintains, and 0 downgrades. Here is how the bullish and bearish cases on IBRX line up.

The bullish case

  • Wall Street's consensus price target of $13.00 implies +64.1% upside from $7.92.
  • The Street's most bullish target is $15.00 (+89.4%).
  • Material positive event.
  • Positive 4.6% session move.
  • ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) moved +3.24% from $7.40 to $7.64 on 2026-08-07.

The bearish case

  • ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) moved -6.94% from $8.07 to $7.51 on 2026-07-22.
  • ImmunityBio fell 8.23% to $8.14 as part of a broader biotech sector selloff on Friday, July 10.
Bull vs bear balanceNeutral / Mixed
BearishNeutralBullish

Weighing both sides, BestStocks' composite read of recent signals is roughly balanced, as the bull-versus-bear meter above shows. This is an educational summary of the bull and bear case, not investment advice.

Analyst price targets and ratings are FMP consensus figures as of Aug 18, 2026; other aggregators may differ. High and low targets show the range of estimates, not forecasts.

Analyst expectations
Consensus target: $13+64.1%
= 3 maintains
HC Wainwright & Co. maintained Buy · 2026-06-02
SEC filings watch
No recent filings
Peer context
IBRX+4.6%

Previous notable changes for IBRX

Activity2026-08-07
ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) moved +3.24% from $7.40 to $7.64 on 2026-08-07. We checked news, earnings, analyst updates, filings, and corporate actions — no company-specific catalyst was found. The move occurred on volume near its 5-day average.
Activity2026-08-05
ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) moved +4.17% from $6.96 to $7.25 on 2026-08-05. We checked news, earnings, analyst updates, SEC filings, and corporate actions — no company-specific catalyst was found. The move occurred on volume near its 5-day average.
Material / Earnings2026-08-04
ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) reported EPS of $-0.22 vs. consensus estimate of $-0.08 for Q2 FY2026 on August 4, 2026, missing consensus by 175%.
Filings2026-08-04
ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) filed its 10-Q on August 4, 2026, disclosing financial results for the most recent quarter.
Upcoming catalysts & outlook
Next earnings
2026-11-03 (est.)
in 77 days
Thesis shift
Neutral / Mixed
bullish signal
Risk level
High
from change events

Frequently asked questions about IBRX

Why did ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) stock move?

IBRX rose 4.6% to $7.92. No single company-specific catalyst was confirmed during the move window, and it looks technical.

How much did IBRX stock rise?

IBRX gained 4.62% ($0.35) versus the prior close of $7.57, last trading at $7.92 on 0.5× average volume.

When is ImmunityBio, Inc.'s next earnings date?

IBRX's next earnings report is estimated for 2026-11-03 — about 77 days away.

What is the analyst price target for IBRX?

The consensus analyst price target for IBRX is $13.00, about 64.1% above the current $7.92. Over the past 90 days, analysts recorded 0 upgrades, 3 maintains, and 0 downgrades.

How BestStocks tracks IBRX

This page is generated automatically by BestStocks' change-detection system after price move up was detected and verified against independent data sources. It draws on 20 tracked change events for IBRX, cross-checked against the data sources listed below. Price, volume, and market-capitalization figures are the live intraday quote as of August 18, 2026 and refresh as new information is detected; for companies with multiple share classes, market-cap figures can differ by data source. Analyst price targets and ratings are FMP consensus. This is an educational summary of what changed and why — not personalized investment advice.

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