Guardant Health, Inc.(GH)
NASDAQ
$168.33
-2.36 (-1.38%)

Guardant Health, Inc.(GH)Stock Price & Analysis
NASDAQ

GH Stock Price Today (October 2026) — Guardant Health, Inc. Analysis & Key Metrics 2026-10-07

Guardant Health, Inc. (GH) is trading at $168.33, down 1.38% today (as of October 2026). The stock continues to show mixed signals with a short-term dip within a broader uptrend, attracting attention from investors looking for Healthcare growth opportunities.

  • According to consensus analyst estimates, the 1-year price target is $197.04 (17.1% upside).
  • Volatility is high (42.43% annualized), implying wide price swings for short-term traders.
  • The fundamental picture, based on the latest financial filings, is nuanced: solid revenue growth (44.30% YoY) alongside competitive pressures in the Diagnostics & Research space.

GH Stock Analysis: Key Metrics & Valuation (October 2026)

Concise, actionable data for investors

Trend posture
Short-term pullback in long-term uptrend
Analyst 1Y target$197.04+17.1%
Volatility (30d ann.)42.43%High
RSI (14-day)
43.15 (Neutral)
Debt$1.70B (N/A D/E)

Guardant Health, Inc. - Historical Price & Volume

$168.33
+147.44 (+705.79%)
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Market Cap

$22.59B

Enterprise Value: $23.23B

P/E Ratio

N/A

Forward P/E: N/A

Revenue Growth

+44.30%

Year over Year

Analyst Target

$197.04

+17.1% upside potential

Key Investor Questions About GH

What investors need to know before buying

Is it a good time to buy GH stock?

Based on current market data, GH presents a neutral technical setup with mixed signals fundamentals.

  • Technicals say: Neutral (RSI 43.15)
  • Fundamentals say: Mixed signals (nuanced financial profile)
Can GH sustain revenue growth in the Diagnostics & Research market?

GH's growth trajectory depends on its ability to expand within the Diagnostics & Research sector while managing margin pressures.

  • Future growth will depend on performance in core Diagnostics & Research operations.
  • The ability to manage competitive pressures will be crucial for sustained growth.
What are the biggest risks facing GH stock?

The primary risks for GH investors include debt exposure and competitive dynamics in the Diagnostics & Research industry.

  • $1.70B in debt could be a headwind in a high-rate environment.
  • Fierce competition from established players in Diagnostics & Research.

52-Week Trading Range

52-Week Low$61.00
52-Week High$183.51
Current Price$168.33

Over the past year, GH stock traded between $61.00 and $183.51 and currently trades near the high end of that range. Big swings are likely unless a major catalyst emerges.

Volatility & Risk Profile

30-Day Volatility42.43%
Beta0.90
RSI (14-day)43.15

With 42.43% annualized volatility and β=0.90, the stock exhibits moderate correlation to market moves—making GH suitable for investors comfortable with active risk management.

Institutional & Insider Ownership

Insider Ownership3.97%
Institutional OwnershipN/A
Shares Short11.02M

Lower institutional support combined with high short selling points to negative sentiment.

Analyst Sentiment & Price Targets

Mean Target
$197.04
Upside Potential
+17.1%
Recommendation
strong_buy
Analysts maintain moderate optimism with a $197.04 target, indicating17.1% upside potential.

Latest News & Headlines

Recent headlines and coverage

Investor's Business DailySep 21, 2026

AI-Fueled Precision Oncology Firm Guardant Health Is In Focus. Here's Why.

Guardant Health has also earned a spot on the Investor's Business Daily Leaderboard. Earlier this month, the FDA approved Guardant360 CDx as a companion diagnostic for Etcamah from AstraZeneca in advanced or metastatic breast cancer. Guardant360 CDx is the first FDA-approved liquid biopsy CDx for longitudinal testing in breast cancer.

Simply Wall St.Sep 18, 2026

Guardant Health (GH) Lands First FDA Cleared Breast Cancer Liquid Biopsy Role

Guardant Health (NasdaqGS:GH) received FDA approval for its Guardant360 CDx liquid biopsy as a companion diagnostic in advanced HR-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. The decision makes Guardant360 CDx the first FDA approved liquid biopsy companion diagnostic for longitudinal ctDNA testing in breast cancer care. The approval is supported by clinical trial data where early detection of ESR1 mutations using Guardant360 CDx informed treatment changes for patients. The Guardant360 CDx breast...

StockStorySep 16, 2026

Testing & Diagnostics Services Stocks Q2 Results: Benchmarking Guardant Health (NASDAQ:GH)

Earnings results often indicate what direction a company will take in the months ahead. With Q2 behind us, let’s have a look at Guardant Health (NASDAQ:GH) and its peers.

Investor's Business DailySep 16, 2026

Guardant Health Nears Buy Point As Sales Outlook Brightens

Guardant Health provides services across the cancer continuum. Shares are near a buy point of 176.58 after a breakout.

MT NewswiresSep 15, 2026

Guardant Health Could Benefit From AstraZeneca Trial Failure, UBS Says

Guardant Health (GH) stands to benefit from AstraZeneca's (AZN) failed Serena-4 trial because the re

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Advanced Micro Devices Upgraded, Eli Lilly Downgraded: Updated Rankings on Top Blue-Chip Stocks

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Insider MonkeySep 8, 2026

What Makes Guardant Health (GH) a Compelling Bet?

Artisan Partners, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for the “Artisan Mid Cap Fund”. The letter can be downloaded here. Global equities rebounded sharply in Q2 2026, recovering from March lows as resilient economic data, strong corporate earnings, and continued AI investment improved investor sentiment despite inflation concerns, delayed rate cuts, and […]

Insider MonkeySep 5, 2026

Guardant Health Faces a $245 Million Patent Judgment, But Its Newer Tests Could Offer Protection

Guardant Health, Inc. (NASDAQ:GH) faces a costly legal setback after a US court ordered the cancer-testing company to pay more than $245.2 million in a DNA-sequencing patent dispute. The final judgment upheld a 2023 jury verdict finding that Guardant willfully infringed two DNA-sequencing patents asserted by TwinStrand Biosciences and the University of Washington. The financial […]

Simply Wall St.Aug 27, 2026

Guardant Health (GH) Stock Could Trade At A 21% Discount Despite Patent Appeal

Guardant Health stock has delivered very strong gains over the past three years, yet its valuation signals are split, with the intrinsic value estimate pointing to upside while broader checks suggest the shares are not a clear bargain. After a recent legal setback and a sharp multi year rise, investors are weighing how much of Guardant Health’s growth potential is already reflected in the current price. Guardant Health has returned about 327.6% over the past three years, which puts more...

Earnings snapshot

Next report Oct 29, 2026 (after the close)

EPS beat rate
73% (8/11)
Avg move after earnings
±10.1%
Options-implied move
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Options vs history
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GH earnings history, charts and expected move

Frequently Asked Questions

Common investor questions about Guardant Health, Inc.

Guardant Health, Inc. (GH) is currently trading at $168.33. The RSI (14-day) is at 43.2, indicating neutral territory. Wall Street analysts have a consensus "strong_buy" recommendation. The mean analyst price target of $197.04 implies 17.1% upside from current levels. Volatility is high at 42.4% annualized, meaning significant price swings are common. Investors should consider their risk tolerance, investment horizon, and portfolio diversification before making a decision.

Based on current valuation metrics for Guardant Health, Inc. (GH): The trailing P/E ratio is not available (the company may not be profitable). Price-to-Sales is 19.04. Valuation should be compared to Diagnostics & Research industry peers for context, as different sectors trade at different multiples.

Based on 25 analysts covering GH, the consensus price target is $197.04. This represents a 17.1% upside from the current price of $168.33. The range spans from a low target of $105.00 to a high target of $225.00, reflecting varying levels of optimism among analysts. The consensus recommendation is "strong_buy". Note: Analyst price targets are forward-looking estimates and not guarantees of future performance.

Guardant Health, Inc. (GH) does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits into growth initiatives, or may not yet be profitable enough to distribute earnings to shareholders.

Key risks for Guardant Health, Inc. (GH) investors include: 1. High volatility (42.4% annualized)—the stock can experience significant daily price swings. 2. The company is not currently profitable on a trailing basis, which creates earnings uncertainty. 3. Broader market and macroeconomic risks (interest rates, inflation, geopolitical events). 4. Diagnostics & Research sector-specific competitive pressures. Investors should diversify and consider their risk tolerance before investing.

Here is Guardant Health, Inc.'s (GH) current debt and financial health profile: Total debt stands at $1.70B. The current ratio is 4.03, indicating strong short-term liquidity. The quick ratio is 3.53. The company holds $1.05B in cash and equivalents. Free cash flow is positive at $26.61M, providing a cushion for debt servicing and shareholder returns.