Molina Healthcare Surges 1.77% on Mid-Tier Trading Volume as Institutional Investors Revamp Holdings

On August 7, 2025, Molina Healthcare (MOH) rose 1.77% with a trading volume of $250 million, ranking 467th in market activity. Institutional investors adjusted their positions, including a 29.4% reduction in shares by Bank of Nova Scotia and increased holdings by Rothschild Investment LLC (126.3%), Colonial Trust Co SC (930%), and others. The company’s COO, James Woys, purchased 10,000 shares, boosting his stake by 15.54% to 74,331 shares, valued at $11.59 million.

Q2 earnings showed a $5.48 EPS, slightly below the $5.50 estimate, but revenue surged 15.7% to $11.43 billion. Analysts revised price targets downward, with Cantor Fitzgerald cutting its target to $210 from $312 and JPMorgan lowering it to $184. Eleven analysts now rate the stock a “Hold,” while three recommend “Buy.” The average price target stands at $244.55, reflecting cautious optimism amid mixed performance.

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