Analyst Ratings January 27, 2026

TD Cowen Lifts Option Care Health Price Target to $37 as Analysts Reassess Growth Trajectory

Multiple firms raise targets or reiterate buys after company issues preliminary results and 2026 guidance; Stelara impact to be modest, per management and analysts

By Leila Farooq OPCH
TD Cowen Lifts Option Care Health Price Target to $37 as Analysts Reassess Growth Trajectory
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TD Cowen raised its price objective on Option Care Health to $37 from $27 and kept a Hold rating, citing the company’s preliminary 2026 guidance and stronger-than-expected adjusted EBITDA outlook. Other brokerages have also adjusted targets and ratings following preliminary fourth-quarter results and updated cash-flow forecasts tied to strategic inventory purchases.

Key Points

  • TD Cowen raises price target on OPCH to $37 while keeping a Hold rating; the new target is close to the current share price and near the 52-week high.
  • Preliminary 2026 guidance projects adjusted EBITDA of $480 million to $505 million, up from a trailing twelve months EBITDA of $401.29 million; Stelara gross profit impact is estimated at $25 million to $35 million.
  • Multiple brokerages adjusted targets or ratings after preliminary fourth-quarter results and guidance; 2025 cash flow from operations forecast revised below $320 million due to strategic inventory purchases.

TD Cowen has increased its price target for Option Care Health (NASDAQ:OPCH) to $37.00, up from $27.00, while maintaining a Hold rating on the stock. The updated target sits near the company’s recent trading level of $35.90, with shares trading about 0.98% below their 52-week high of $36.80.

The substantial upward revision in the price target followed Option Care Health’s preliminary guidance for 2026, released in mid-January, which forecasts adjusted EBITDA in a range of $480 million to $505 million. That guidance marks a notable rise from the company’s trailing twelve months adjusted EBITDA of $401.29 million, underscoring an expected acceleration in profitability.

Option Care Health also provided an estimate for the gross profit impact related to Stelara, indicating management expects the effect to be between $25 million and $35 million. TD Cowen noted that questions tied to Stelara’s effects will likely diminish over time, with the potential exception of clarity around first-quarter patient census estimates.

The research firm said investor attention should increasingly shift toward the company’s growth levers, including market expansion and operational efficiencies delivered through its suite offerings. Excluding the impact of Stelara, TD Cowen projects adjusted EBITDA growth in the 10% to 13% range.

In related developments, Option Care Health reported preliminary fourth-quarter results that included expected revenue of $1.46 billion to $1.47 billion. The firm forecast adjusted EBITDA for the quarter in a range of $123.7 million to $127.7 million, figures that management said align with analyst expectations.

Several brokerages reacted to the company’s preliminary results and guidance. Jefferies raised its price target on Option Care Health to $37.00 and maintained a Buy rating. Truist Securities reiterated a Buy rating and kept a $40.00 price target. Citizens increased its price target to $38.00, citing the company’s diversified portfolio and robust cash flows. Stephens initiated coverage with an Overweight rating and set a $40.00 price target, referencing Option Care Health’s standing within the Healthcare Services sector.

The company also provided 2026 guidance and adjusted its full-year 2025 cash flow from operations forecast to below $320 million, a revision management attributed to strategic inventory purchases. Collectively, these updates and analysts’ responses reflect a broadly constructive view of Option Care Health’s near-term financial performance and strategic positioning.


Analyst reactions and company guidance together have reframed investor focus toward growth execution, margin expansion, and inventory management as the next set of catalysts for the stock.

Risks

  • Uncertainty around the first-quarter patient census for Stelara could continue to draw investor scrutiny and affect near-term visibility - impacts the Healthcare Services and pharmaceutical supply sectors.
  • Revised 2025 cash flow from operations forecast below $320 million, driven by strategic inventory purchases, introduces cash-flow timing risk while the company executes its inventory strategy - affects company liquidity and operational planning.
  • Analyst views differ in tone and target levels despite generally positive revisions, leaving potential for market reaction if actual results diverge from the preliminary guidance - impacts equity market sentiment for the Healthcare Services sector.

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