The chart below shows how MOH performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, MOH sees a +1.30% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +2.67% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.08%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Adjusted EPS Growth: Adjusted earnings per share for Q4 2024 reached $5.05, contributing to a full year adjusted EPS of $22.65, reflecting an 8.5% year-over-year growth.
Premium Revenue Increase: Full year premium revenue for 2024 was reported at $38.6 billion, marking a significant 19% increase compared to the previous year.
Pre-Tax Margin Performance: The full year consolidated pre-tax margin was 4.3%, aligning well within the long-term target range, demonstrating effective cost management.
ConnectiCare Acquisition Revenue Boost: The acquisition of ConnectiCare is expected to generate approximately $1.2 billion in revenue, enhancing the company's marketplace segment.
2025 Premium Revenue Projection: Projected premium revenue for 2025 is approximately $42 billion, indicating a 9% growth from 2024, with adjusted EPS guidance set at a minimum of $24.5, representing a solid foundation for future growth.
Negative
MCR Exceeds Expectations: Consolidated MCR for Q4 was 90.2%, exceeding expectations due to higher medical costs, particularly in Medicaid and Medicare segments, indicating ongoing cost pressures.
Medicaid MCR Analysis: Medicaid MCR for the full year was reported at 90.3%, which is 80 basis points above the long-term target range, reflecting elevated medical cost trends and utilization pressures.
Medicare Cost Management Challenges: Medicare MCR for Q4 was 93.8%, significantly above the long-term range, driven by increased utilization of LTSS and pharmacy services, indicating challenges in cost management.
Operating Cash Flow Decline: Operating cash flow for the full year 2024 was $644 million, lower than 2023, primarily due to risk corridor payments, suggesting cash flow pressures impacting operational flexibility.
Medicaid MCR Projections: The company anticipates a 2025 Medicaid MCR of 89.9%, which is 90 basis points above the high end of the long-term range, indicating continued elevated medical cost trends and potential margin pressures.
Earnings call transcript: Molina Healthcare Q4 2024 misses EPS, stock drops 10%
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