Molina Healthcare (NYSE:MOH) Downgraded by Zacks Research to “Hold”

Zacks Research lowered shares of Molina Healthcare (NYSE:MOH) from a strong-buy rating to a hold rating in a research report sent to investors on Monday,Zacks reports. Zacks Research also issued estimates for Molina Healthcare’s Q3 2026 earnings at $0.70 EPS, Q4 2026 earnings at $0.69 EPS, FY2026 earnings at $5.25 EPS, Q3 2027 earnings at $2.23 EPS, Q4 2027 earnings at $2.11 EPS, FY2027 earnings at $9.24 EPS, Q2 2028 earnings at $2.13 EPS and Q3 2028 earnings at $4.06 EPS.

Several other research analysts have also recently weighed in on the company. Sanford C. Bernstein set a $286.00 price objective on Molina Healthcare in a research report on Monday, July 13th. Cantor Fitzgerald reaffirmed a “neutral” rating on shares of Molina Healthcare in a research report on Friday. Truist Financial decreased their price target on shares of Molina Healthcare from $250.00 to $225.00 and set a “hold” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, July 24th. Barclays cut their price objective on shares of Molina Healthcare from $184.00 to $180.00 and set an “underweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, TD Cowen increased their target price on shares of Molina Healthcare from $163.00 to $230.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 14th. Three analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, twelve have given a Hold rating and two have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $202.44.

Molina Healthcare Stock Up 2.5%

Shares of MOH stock opened at $209.38 on Monday. Molina Healthcare has a 12-month low of $121.06 and a 12-month high of $244.89. The company has a quick ratio of 1.68, a current ratio of 1.68 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.95. The firm has a fifty day moving average of $198.62 and a 200-day moving average of $192.25. The company has a market capitalization of $10.93 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of -1,163.13, a P/E/G ratio of 29.29 and a beta of 0.78.

Molina Healthcare (NYSE:MOH) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, July 22nd. The company reported $1.51 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.39 by $0.12. The business had revenue of $10.87 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $10.83 billion. Molina Healthcare had a negative net margin of 0.02% and a positive return on equity of 3.73%. The firm’s revenue was down 4.8% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the firm posted $5.48 EPS. As a group, equities research analysts predict that Molina Healthcare will post 5.29 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in MOH. Physician Wealth Advisors Inc. boosted its stake in shares of Molina Healthcare by 1,250.0% during the 1st quarter. Physician Wealth Advisors Inc. now owns 216 shares of the company’s stock worth $29,000 after acquiring an additional 200 shares during the period. SJS Investment Consulting Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Molina Healthcare by 504.9% during the 1st quarter. SJS Investment Consulting Inc. now owns 248 shares of the company’s stock worth $33,000 after acquiring an additional 207 shares during the last quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC raised its stake in Molina Healthcare by 118.2% in the 2nd quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC now owns 144 shares of the company’s stock valued at $33,000 after acquiring an additional 78 shares during the period. Global Retirement Partners LLC bought a new stake in Molina Healthcare in the 2nd quarter valued at $39,000. Finally, Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd raised its stake in Molina Healthcare by 64.5% in the 4th quarter. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd now owns 232 shares of the company’s stock valued at $40,000 after acquiring an additional 91 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 98.50% of the company’s stock.

More Molina Healthcare News

Here are the key news stories impacting Molina Healthcare this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Investor sentiment toward managed-care insurers has improved, while Molina’s scheduled earnings release and the launch of its Illinois HealthChoice Medicaid contract are providing near-term catalysts. The company’s prior quarter also exceeded adjusted EPS expectations, supporting confidence in execution. Molina Healthcare Gains as Investors Weigh Sector Tailwinds and Near-Term Catalysts
• Positive Sentiment: Zacks Research continues to rate MOH “Strong Buy,” despite trimming several forecasts. The stock also outperformed peers during a broadly strong trading session, indicating favorable recent market momentum. Molina Healthcare Inc. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading day
• Neutral Sentiment: Molina is projected to report quarterly earnings on Wednesday, making the upcoming results and management outlook the key near-term catalysts for the shares. Molina Healthcare Projected to Post Quarterly Earnings on Wednesday
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks Research lowered EPS estimates across multiple periods: Q3 2026 to $0.70 from $0.71, Q4 2026 to $0.69 from $0.70, FY2026 to $5.25 from $5.27, FY2027 to $9.24 from $9.28, and modestly reduced 2027–2028 quarterly forecasts. The cuts suggest some pressure on expected profitability, although the revised FY2026 estimate remains close to the broader $5.29 consensus.
• Negative Sentiment: Recent insider activity consisted of sales rather than purchases, while one analyst comparison favored Centene over Molina because of Centene’s valuation and earnings outlook. These signals may weigh on sentiment. Centene vs. Molina: Which Managed Care Stock Has More Upside?

About Molina Healthcare

Molina Healthcare, Inc is a managed-care company that provides health insurance and related healthcare services primarily to individuals and families who receive coverage through government-sponsored programs. Its main lines of business include Medicaid, Medicare, and health plans offered through government marketplaces.

The company works with state and federal agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations to coordinate care for members, including low-income adults and children, seniors, and people with disabilities or complex medical needs.