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Insmed Inc is a biopharmaceutical company transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases. The company's first commercial product is ARIKAYCE (amikacin liposome inhalation suspension), approved in the US for the treatment of Mycobacterium Avium Complex (MAC) lung disease as part of a combination antibacterial drug regimen for adult patients with limited or no alternative treatment options. It is also developing Brensocatib, an oral reversible dipeptidyl peptidase 1 inhibitor for bronchiectasis and other neutrophil-mediated diseases, and Treprostinil Palmitil Inhalation Powder, an inhaled treprostinil prodrug for pulmonary hypertension linked to interstitial lung disease and pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Insmed Inc

Insmed's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NYSE">INSM</a>) short percent of float has risen 4.19% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 15.12 million shares sold short, which is 8.46% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 5.44 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Insmed Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746126028_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Insmed has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Insmed's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Insmed's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.05%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Is Insmed Gaining or Losing Market Support?

Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 3.02% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 13.16%. Currently, Insmed has a market capitalization of $12.29 billion. 
Buying $1000 In INSM: If an investor had bought $1000 of INSM stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $3,284.86 today based on a price of $67.90 for INSM at the time of writing.
<h3>Insmed's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745591414_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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If You Invested $1000 In This Stock 10 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

Insmed Reveals Redemption Of All $569.5M Of Remaining Outstanding 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2028

—Largest Global Clinical Trial Ever Conducted in Bronchiectasis Demonstrates Statistically Significant and Clinically Meaningful Reduction in Frequency of Pulmonary Exacerbations Versus Placebo—
—Brensocatib 25 mg is the First Investigational Therapy for Bronchiectasis to Show a Statistically Significant Reduction in the Rate of Lung Function Decline—
—Brensocatib is Currently Under Priority Review with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration—
BRIDGEWATER, N.J., April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>), a people-first global biopharmaceutical company striving to deliver first- and best-in-class therapies to transform the lives of patients facing serious diseases, today announced that positive results from the pivotal phase 3 ASPEN study of brensocatib in patients with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis were published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM). The landmark ASPEN study is the largest clinical trial ever conducted in bronchiectasis, a serious, chronic, and progressive inflammatory pulmonary disease that today has no approved therapies.

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Insmed Announces New England Journal Of Medicine Publishes Results From Its Pivotal Phase 3 ASPEN Study Of Brensocatib In Patients With Bronchiectasis; Largest Global Clinical Trial Ever Conducted In Bronchiectasis Demonstrates Statistically Significant And Clinically Meaningful Reduction In Frequency Of Pulmonary Exacerbations Versus Placebo

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Andrew Fein reiterates Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) with a Buy and maintains $90 price target.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Insmed, Maintains $90 Price Target

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Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 14.56% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 28.37%. Currently, Insmed has a market capitalization of $12.86 billion. 
Buying $100 In INSM: If an investor had bought $100 of INSM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $367.67 today based on a price of $71.07 for INSM at the time of writing.
<h3>Insmed's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744752627_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Insmed Stock In The Last 5 Years

Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 3.48% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 14.26%. Currently, Insmed has a market capitalization of $14.37 billion. 
Buying $1000 In INSM: If an investor had bought $1000 of INSM stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $3,741.11 today based on a price of $79.38 for INSM at the time of writing.
<h3>Insmed's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742913010_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In Insmed 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

B of A Securities analyst Jason Zemansky maintains Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $92 to $96.

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Insmed, Raises Price Target to $96

13 analysts have shared their evaluations of Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $98.62, a high estimate of $110.00, and a low estimate of $90.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 5.28% from the previous average price target of $93.67.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742418025_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Insmed. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Leonid Timashev</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Trung Huynh</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Leonid Timashev</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vamil Divan</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Fein</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicole Germino</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Willey</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Fein</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tiago Fauth</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$107.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Willey</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jessica Fye</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vamil Divan</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Harrison</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Insmed. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Insmed compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Insmed's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Insmed's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INSM/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Insmed analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Insmed: A Closer Look</h2>
Insmed Inc is a biopharmaceutical company transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases. The company's first commercial product is ARIKAYCE (amikacin liposome inhalation suspension), approved in the US for the treatment of Mycobacterium Avium Complex (MAC) lung disease as part of a combination antibacterial drug regimen for adult patients with limited or no alternative treatment options. It is also developing Brensocatib, an oral reversible dipeptidyl peptidase 1 inhibitor for bronchiectasis and other neutrophil-mediated diseases, and Treprostinil Palmitil Inhalation Powder, an inhaled treprostinil prodrug for pulmonary hypertension linked to interstitial lung disease and pulmonary arterial hypertension.
<h3>Breaking Down Insmed's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Insmed's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 24.79%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Insmed's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -225.53%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Insmed's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -61.28%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Insmed's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -11.55%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Insmed's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 4.03. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Expert Outlook: Insmed Through The Eyes Of 13 Analysts

RBC Capital analyst Leonid Timashev reiterates Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $100 price target.

RBC Capital Reiterates Outperform on Insmed, Maintains $100 Price Target

UBS analyst Trung Huynh maintains Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $105 to $110.

UBS Maintains Buy on Insmed, Raises Price Target to $110

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Russell 2000: The Russell 2000, as reflected by the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>), has dropped nearly 15% since December 2024. This constitutes a market correction.
The Trump Administration has embraced domestic and foreign policies that Former Treasury Secretary&nbsp;Larry Summers&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/02/43649860/larry-summers-and-peter-schiff-warn-of-rising-inflation-risks-as-markets-slash-fed-rate-cut-expectations-most-sensitive-moment">labels as inflationary</a>. Higher prices could lead to higher interest rates, which disproportionately affect smaller companies with floating-rate debt.
The Russell index <a href="https://research.ftserussell.com/Analytics/FactSheets/Home/DownloadSingleIssue?issueName=US2000USD&amp;isManual=True">contains</a> 2,000 companies with an average market cap of around $1 billion. Higher-weighted components are likely to have outperformed the rest of the index and are not necessarily representative of the entire Russell 2000. Still, they provide a glimpse into how investors are valuing small-cap companies.
Here&#8217;s how the top stocks in the IWM have performed since the ETF&#8217;s correction began in December 2024:
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>)
<ul>
<li>Dec. 2, 2024, Price: $150.92​</li>
<li>March 6, 2025, Price: $138.11​</li>
<li>Percentage Change: -8.49%</li>
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Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>)
<ul>
<li>Dec. 2, 2024, Price: $72.42​</li>
<li>March 6, 2025, Price: $75.02​</li>
<li>Percentage Change: +3.59%​</li>
</ul>
Vaxcyte, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCVX#NASDAQ">PCVX</a>)
<ul>
<li>Dec. 2, 2024, Price: $91.60​</li>
<li>March 6, 2025, Price: $74.81</li>
<li>Percentage Change: -18.33%​</li>
</ul>
SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSB#NASDAQ">SSB</a>)
<ul>
<li>Dec. 2, 2024, Price: $109.35</li>
<li>March 6, 2025, Price: $92.37</li>
<li>Percentage Change: -15.53%​</li>
</ul>
FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>)
<ul>
<li>Dec. 2, 2024, Price: $166.8​</li>
<li>March 6, 2025, Price: $108.2​8</li>
<li>Percentage Change: -35.08%​</li>
</ul>
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>)
<ul>
<li>Dec. 2, 2024, Price: $24.16</li>
<li>March 6, 2025, Price: $18.66</li>
<li>Percentage Change: -22.76%​</li>
</ul>
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIT#NYSE">AIT</a>)
<ul>
<li>Dec. 2, 2024, Price: $272.91</li>
<li>March 6, 2025, Price: $229.00</li>
<li>Percentage Change: -16.09%​</li>
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Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRDO#NASDAQ">CRDO</a>)
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<li>Dec. 2, 2024, Price: $47.80​</li>
<li>March 6, 2025, Price: $42.07</li>
<li>Percentage Change: -11.99%​</li>
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Ufp Industries Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UFPI#NASDAQ">UFPI</a>) and&nbsp;Fluor Corp.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLR#NYSE">FLR</a>) are also among the ETF&#8217;s top holdings.
Benzinga Edge evaluates stocks on a valuation, momentum and growth basis.
UFP, a holding company based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, performs well under the value criterion, scoring 78.64 out of 100. However, the stock does not have momentum, scoring 32.82. It is also not the fastest-growing company, grading 33.35. The stock is down 20.5% since Dec. 2, 2024.
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Fluor, an engineering and construction firm, rates high according to its intrinsic value, scoring at 93.6. Still, recent price action indicates its growth and momentum prospects are not high, scoring 15.32 and 29.26, respectively. The stock is down 33.6% since Dec. 2, 2024.
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S&amp;P 500 Comparison: The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), which tracks 500 of the largest U.S. companies, has fared slightly better than the Russell 2000. The index is down around 2% since Dec. 2, 2024.
On an earnings basis, investors are trading the S&amp;P 500 at a much higher multiple than the Russell 2000. The S&amp;P as a whole is trading 21.63 times above earnings compared to the small-cap index&#8217;s 14.84 times. 
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Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 11.87% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 26.74%. Currently, Insmed has a market capitalization of $14.05 billion. 
Buying $1000 In INSM: If an investor had bought $1000 of INSM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $3,576.41 today based on a price of $77.60 for INSM at the time of writing.
<h3>Insmed's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

First Trust introduced the First Trust Small Cap Buy Write Income ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTKI#NYSE">FTKI</a>). This <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">actively managed fund</a> aims to provide investors with a steady income stream while navigating the volatility of small-cap stocks.
FTKI employs a buy-write strategy, combining stock ownership with the sale of call options on the Russell 2000 Index. This strategy helps generate income while capping potential upside gains. The fund's structure caters to investors looking for both small-cap exposure and an additional income source.
Among the fund's initial holdings are FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAIM#NASDAQ">FTAIM</a>), Insmed Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>), and Argan Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NGX#NYSE">NGX</a>) with nearly equal weightings. These stocks reflect the fund's focus on diverse small-cap opportunities. Industrials, Financials, and Health Care currently hold the top sectoral allocations in the fund, at 20.42%, 18.09%, and 13.39% of the total assets under management, respectively.
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The expense ratio carried by this ETF is 0.85%.
With this launch, First Trust&#8217;s ETF lineup includes 169 U.S.-listed funds managing a total of $160 billion in assets. As investors continue seeking innovative ways to balance growth and income, FTKI presents an intriguing option in the evolving ETF landscape.
&#8220;Income-oriented investors have traditionally shied away from small-cap stocks due to their lower dividend yields,&#8221; said Ryan Issakainen, senior vice-president and ETF Strategist at First Trust. &#8220;FTKI offers a way to gain access to this segment while potentially generating a relatively high level of income.&#8221;
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RBC Capital Markets has initiated coverage on Insmed Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>), citing brensocatib&#8217;s launch momentum.
In February, the FDA accepted the company&#8217;s New Drug Application (NDA) for brensocatib for patients with bronchiectasis and granted the application Priority Review with a Prescription Drug User Fee Act target action date of&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/n43843781/insmed-reports-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-financial-results-and-provides-business-update" rel="noreferrer noopener">August 12, 2025</a>.
If approved, Insmed expects brensocatib to launch in the U.S. in the third quarter.
The FDA also informed the company that it does not currently plan to hold an advisory committee meeting to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/n43910133/insmed-announces-that-fda-does-not-currently-plan-to-hold-advisory-committee-meeting-to-discuss-ne" rel="noreferrer noopener">discuss the New Drug Application</a>.
RBC Capital analyst Leonid Timashev says brensocatib has potential for a $6.5 billion opportunity in bronchiectasis and a rapid launch, &#8220;making Insmed an attractive midcap biotech.&#8221;
RBC has initiated with an Outperform rating with a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INSM/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast of $100</a>.
The RBC analyst expects a high likelihood of approval for the bronchiectasis treatment with a favorable label, paving the way for a strong launch. Feedback from key opinion leaders (KOLs) and the company&#8217;s prelaunch efforts and education suggests a strong willingness to prescribe. Around 50% or more of eligible patients could receive brensocatib after its mid-2025 launch.
While insurance coverage and reaching moderate patients may pose early challenges, frequent patient visits, positive initial experiences, and being the only approved treatment should drive adoption and coverage. Past respiratory drug launches (asthma, COPD) have performed well.
RBC says Arikayce, an antibiotic, continues to generate steady revenue and has strong potential for a major label expansion if the Phase 3 ENCORE study delivers positive results in 2026. Leonid Timashev estimates peak sales could reach $1 billion, valuing Arikayce at up to $25 per share.
Last week, Insmed reported a fourth-quarter loss of $1.32 per share, missing the consensus loss of $1.17. Sales reached $104.4 million, beating the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus of $101.79 million</a>.
Insmed anticipates full-year 2025 global Arikayce revenue of $405 million-$425 million, up 11%-17% year over year.
Price Action: INSM stock closed down by 3.17% to $77.49 at the last check Tuesday.
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Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Jefferies analyst Roger Song initiated coverage on Wave Life Sciences Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WVE#NASDAQ">WVE</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $26. WAVE Life Sciences shares closed at $10.48 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WVE/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>TD Securities analyst Andrew Charles initiated coverage on Kura Sushi USA, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KRUS#NASDAQ">KRUS</a>) with a Hold rating and announced a price target of $72. Kura Sushi USA shares closed at $64.71 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KRUS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Leerink Partners analyst Joseph Schwartz initiated coverage on Maze Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAZE#NASDAQ">MAZE</a>) with an Outperform rating and announced a price target of $28. Maze Therapeutics shares closed at $10.82 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MAZE/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>RBC Capital analyst Leonid Timashev initiated coverage on Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) with an Outperform rating and announced a price target of $100. Insmed shares closed at $80.03 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INSM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keybanc analyst Tim Rezvan initiated coverage on Infinity Natural Resources, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INR#NYSE">INR</a>) with an Overweight rating and announced a price target of $26. Infinity shares closed at $19.13 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Considering buying INSM stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think: 
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RBC Capital analyst Leonid Timashev initiates coverage on Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) with a Outperform rating and announces Price Target of $100.

RBC Capital Initiates Coverage On Insmed with Outperform Rating, Announces Price Target of $100

Guggenheim analyst Vamil Divan reiterates Insmed (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INSM#NASDAQ">INSM</a>) with a Buy and maintains $101 price target.

Guggenheim Reiterates Buy on Insmed, Maintains $101 Price Target

Insmed Announces FDA No Advisory Meeting For Brensocatib NDA In Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis

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Date	Put/Call	Strike Price	Exp Date	DTE	Trade Vol	Day Vol	Vol / OI	OI	Trade Type	Sentiment
02:46 PMApr 01, 2025	PUT	$72.50	May 16, 2025	11	4033	2971	15512	26	TRADE	BULLISH
02:38 PMApr 01, 2025	PUT	$72.50	May 16, 2025	11	5025	3964	19327	26	TRADE	NEUTRAL

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