Citi Reaffirms Confidence in Gilead Sciences with $165 Price Target

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1Citi reiterated its Buy rating on Gilead Sciences (GILD.US) and maintained its price target of $165.

Amid a stabilizing healthcare sector and the search for growth opportunities in biotech, Citi analysts have reaffirmed their positive outlook on Gilead Sciences. The bank maintained its 'Buy' rating on the company's stock (GILD.US) and kept its price target steady at $165. According to reports, this reiteration signals continued institutional confidence in the stock's performance and the company's underlying operational fundamentals.

This valuation comes as Gilead shares trade significantly below analyst targets, with the stock closing at $124.3 on June 15, 2026, per market data. In comparison to sector peers, Amgen's recent results showed a 22% revenue increase in Q1 2024 (per earnings reports), placing competitive pressure on Gilead to strengthen its drug pipeline to maintain investment appeal.

Investors should watch current support levels near the recent low of $122.7 recorded at the close of June 15, 2026. Looking ahead, market sentiment may be influenced by upcoming economic catalysts, following the US CPI which hit 4.2% on June 10, 2026, potentially impacting financing costs for large-cap pharmaceutical firms.