Molina Healthcare Rises 2.78% as Analysts Reiterate Buy Amid Medicaid Contract Wins Trading Volume Ranks 330th

On August 19, 2025, Molina Healthcare (MOH) rose 2.78% to $173.80, with a trading volume of $0.30 billion, ranking 330th in market activity. Analyst activity highlighted renewed confidence in the stock, as TD Cowen reiterated a "buy" rating and Cantor Fitzgerald maintained an "overweight" stance amid concerns over Medicaid expansion guidance. Recent developments included the company securing major Medicaid contracts in four states, signaling potential growth in its core operations.

Despite a 5.9% earnings miss earlier in the month, which prompted revised analyst forecasts, the stock has shown resilience. The earnings shortfall was attributed to lower-than-expected membership growth in its Medicaid segment. However, the Medicaid contract wins and sustained analyst optimism suggest underlying operational stability.

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