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Moderna Inc. faced a significant downturn in its stock price as investor concerns mount ahead of its upcoming earnings report.

Moderna Inc. (NASDAQ:MRNA) experienced a sharp decline yesterday, closing down 5.00% at CA$213.74. This drop comes as the company prepares to report its third-quarter financial results, raising questions about its future performance amidst a challenging market environment.

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MRNA.US

Moderna Inc

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↑ $158.14 (284.42%)
120 day period
$45.37$135.19$225.00Apr 22Jul 20Oct 12

Market cap

$85.33B

52W high

$227.46

52W low

$22.28

1W change

+5.18%

Beta

1.09

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 23 analysts covering MRNA · as of Oct 12, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast MRNA stock price to fall 42.6% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Hold

3.17 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$122.67

-42.6% Upside

Previously C$121.00 on Oct 8, 2026

Current Price

C$213.74

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (23 analysts)

Strong Buy 4
Buy 1
Hold 15
Sell 1
Strong Sell 2
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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on MRNA's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$44.61C$175.57C$306.53C$437.49C$568.45C$699.41TodayJun 4Aug 10Oct 12Nov 24Jan 7Feb 19

30-Day Vol

81.8%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

195.0%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

+50.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$255.53

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$226.85C$171.08 – C$300.79
60 trading daysC$240.76C$161.55 – C$358.81
90 trading daysC$255.53C$156.75 – C$416.55

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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Investor takeaway: Investors should brace for potential volatility as Moderna approaches its earnings report, with analysts predicting a significant year-over-year decline in earnings and revenue.

5.00% Drop in Stock Price

Moderna's stock fell 5.00% yesterday, underperforming the broader market, which saw only a minor decline.

Bull case

If Moderna surprises the market with better-than-expected earnings or positive updates on its drug pipeline, it could regain investor confidence and see a rebound in its stock price.

Bear case

On the other hand, if the earnings report shows deeper losses or disappointing revenue figures, it could further erode investor trust and lead to more sell-offs.

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Market Performance Overview

Yesterday, Moderna's stock closed at CA$213.74, reflecting a 5.00% decrease. This decline was particularly notable as it significantly outpaced the S&P 500's minimal loss of 0.06% for the same day. The biotechnology sector has been under pressure, and Moderna's performance raises concerns about its ability to sustain its recent gains.

Earnings Expectations and Investor Sentiment

As Moderna prepares to report its third-quarter results on November 6, 2026, analysts are projecting a substantial decline in earnings per share to -$1.37, a 168.63% drop from the previous year. Revenue is also expected to fall by 12.52% year-over-year, leading to increased scrutiny from investors regarding the company's future prospects.


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Published: October 13, 2026
Last Updated: October 13, 2026

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