- Oscar Health (OSCR) stock surged after the health insurer reported its first-ever quarter of profitability, significantly exceeding forecasts.
- The company’s Q1 earnings were 62 cents per share, far surpassing expectations for a gain of 27 cents. Sales also exceeded projections at $2.14 billion.
- “We remain on a path to sustainable growth and look forward to sharing details of our long-term strategic plan at our investor day in June,” said Chief Executive Mark Bertolini.
Oscar Health’s stock soars as the company reports its first-ever quarter of profitability, outperforming expectations and setting a positive outlook for the future.
Oscar Health’s Remarkable Q1 Performance
Oscar Health’s Q1 earnings were 62 cents per share, a significant improvement from the loss of 18 cents a share in the year-earlier period. The company’s sales also topped projections at $2.14 billion, which included $2.09 billion in monthly premiums collected from its members. Analysts had expected just $1.99 billion in premium revenue. The balance of Oscar Health’s sales came from investment income and services.
CEO’s Outlook on the Company’s Future
CEO Mark Bertolini expressed optimism about the company’s future, stating that the first-quarter results set Oscar Health up to reach his next goal for the company: total company adjusted EBITDA profitability this year. He also mentioned that the company is on a path to sustainable growth and will share details of its long-term strategic plan at their investor day in June.
Stock Performance and Future Projections
In premarket trading, Oscar Health stock surged 16.5% to 22.10, putting shares narrowly below a profit-taking zone which runs from 22.26 to 23.19. The move sent Oscar Health stock to its best level since mid-2021. Shares have a nearly perfect Relative Strength Rating of 98, putting their 12-month performance in the leading 2% of all stocks. Oscar Health stock also ranks on the IBD 50 list of elite growth stocks.
Conclusion
Oscar Health’s impressive Q1 performance and the positive outlook expressed by its CEO have resulted in a surge in the company’s stock. The company’s strategic plans for sustainable growth, coupled with its strong financial performance, make it a stock to watch in the coming months.
