T he stock trajectory of Oscar Health will be determined by the target medical loss ratio of approximately 83%.
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Oscar Health reported a $443M net loss in FY25, despite 27% revenue growth. The loss was driven by an elevated medical loss ratio and risk adjustment transfers.
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For FY26, the company targets an operating income of $250M to $450M and 60% revenue growth. This shift to profitability depends on the medical loss ratio reduction to 83%.
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Unprofitability or a sustained high medical loss ratio will impact the stock trajectory.
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