Molina shares fell about 5% in after-hours trading on October 21, 2026, despite third-quarter earnings and revenue exceeding analyst expectations. The managed care insurer reported $11.08 billion in revenue and reaffirmed its full-year outlook.
Key Takeaways
- Third-quarter revenue of $11.08 billion exceeded consensus estimates by $220 million.
- Molina maintained its 2026 forecast for premium revenue near $42 billion and adjusted earnings of at least $5.25 per diluted share.
Table of Contents
- Molina shares retreat despite results above expectations
- Trailing earnings and sales multiple
- Insider transactions
Molina shares retreat despite results above expectations
Molina left its annual guidance unchanged rather than raising it after the quarterly beat. Its forecast calls for premium revenue near $42 billion and adjusted earnings of at least $5.25 per diluted share in 2026.
The company provides health insurance primarily to low-income individuals and families in the United States through Medicaid, Medicare and Marketplace plans.
Trailing earnings and sales multiple
Molina’s price-to-sales ratio was 0.25, compared with its historical median of approximately 0.5 times. Trailing 12-month earnings were negative $0.19 per share, and operating margins were negative.
Insider transactions
Insiders sold $3.6 million in shares over the preceding 12 months and purchased $0.1 million. No insider purchases or sales were reported during the latest three months.
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