Moderna Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Provides Business Updates
Moderna expects year-end cash and investments of approximately $8.1 billion to $8.3 billion, reflecting operations and convertible financing.
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Moderna (NASDAQ:MRNA) reported third-quarter 2026 revenue growth of 29%, returning to profitability and raising its full-year revenue growth outlook. Revenue reached $1.313 billion, with net income of $162 million versus a $200 million loss a year earlier. Diluted earnings were $0.38 per share versus a $0.51 loss. Moderna now expects 2026 revenue growth of 15%-25%, previously up to 10%, and reduced its research and development spending forecast to approximately $2.7 billion.
Cash and investments reached $8.0 billion after convertible financing generated approximately $2.6 billion net. U.S. and Canadian approvals expanded its vaccine portfolio. Phase 3 intismeran plus KEYTRUDA reduced melanoma recurrence or death risk by 42% versus KEYTRUDA alone. The norovirus trial missed early-success criteria, and Moderna does not plan another cohort this season.
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Positive
- Major point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.2026 revenue growth outlook increased to 15%-25%, from up to 10%.
- Major pointPhase 3 intismeran plus KEYTRUDA reduced recurrence or death risk 42% versus KEYTRUDA alone in high-risk melanoma.
- Moderate pointThird-quarter revenue rose 29% to $1.313 billion, driven primarily by international COVID vaccine sales.
- Moderate pointThird-quarter net income reached $162 million, versus a $200 million loss in 2025.
- Moderate pointQuarterly research and development expenses fell 27% to $583 million, reflecting lower clinical costs and efficiencies.
- Moderate point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.2026 research and development spending forecast fell to approximately $2.7 billion, from approximately $2.9 billion.
- Moderate pointCash and investments reached $8.0 billion at September 30, versus $6.9 billion at June 30.
- Moderate pointConvertible financing raised approximately $2.6 billion net, after capped calls and associated fees. 2.7% of market cap
- Moderate point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Year-end cash and investments forecast increased to approximately $8.1 billion-$8.3 billion, previously $4.7 billion-$5.2 billion.
- Moderate pointmFLUSIVA received U.S. approval for ages 50-64 and accelerated approval for ages 65 and older.
14 minor points
- Minor pointDiluted quarterly earnings reached $0.38 per share, versus a $0.51 loss a year earlier.
- Minor pointQuarterly operating income reached $130 million, versus a $260 million operating loss a year earlier.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.2026 capital spending is expected at approximately $0.2 billion, previously $0.2 billion to $0.3 billion.
- Minor pointFive-year Mexico COVID vaccine agreement signed with a local manufacturer in September.
- Minor pointmFLUSIVA also received Canadian approval, expanding the vaccine's approved markets.
- Minor pointmCOFLU received Canadian approval for the flu/COVID combination vaccine, following European Union approval as mCOMBRIAX.
- Minor pointIntismeran plus KEYTRUDA reduced distant metastasis or death risk 38% versus KEYTRUDA alone.
- Minor pointRecurrence or death risk fell 58% after six months in a prespecified intismeran sensitivity analysis.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Moderna and Merck are working toward intismeran regulatory submissions and preparing for a potential launch.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Propionic acidemia study reached target enrollment; Moderna expects pivotal data in 2026.
- Minor pointmRNA-4359 Phase 2 testing continues in melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer.
- Minor pointmRNA-4203 Phase 1 dosing continues with Immatics, evaluating combination treatment with anzu-cel.
- Minor pointNine-month revenue reached $1.847 billion, versus $1.266 billion in 2025.
- Minor pointNine-month net loss narrowed to $1.963 billion, versus $1.996 billion; loss per share narrowed to $4.93 from $5.15.
Negative
- Moderate pointApproximately $3.0 billion of convertible senior notes add debt and potential dilution; capped calls aim to mitigate dilution. 3.1% of market cap
- Moderate pointQuarterly cost of sales increased 54% to $318 million, including $65 million of third-party royalties.
- Moderate point$950 million settlement payment reduced cash during the third quarter.
- Moderate pointMost third-quarter product sales remained uncollected at quarter-end, contributing to operating cash use.
- Moderate pointNorovirus Phase 3 interim analysis missed early-success criteria; no additional cohort is planned this season.
- Moderate point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.mFLUSIVA's 2026-2027 U.S. launch is limited, with approval occurring after the annual contracting cycle.
7 minor points
- Minor pointQuarterly selling, general and administrative expenses increased 5% to $282 million year over year.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.2026 cost of sales is expected at approximately $1.7 billion, including a $0.9 billion non-recurring settlement charge.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Norovirus development path remains to be determined through planned discussions with health authorities.
- Minor pointFlu/COVID combination vaccine reviews remain pending in Japan, the United Kingdom and Australia.
- Minor pointU.S. flu/COVID combination vaccine refiling awaits further FDA guidance.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Potential intismeran commercial launch remains subject to regulatory approval.
- Minor pointMethylmalonic acidemia pivotal-study decision is deferred until the propionic acidemia registrational readout.
News Explained
Moderna completed its convertible senior-note offering, issuing approximately
Key Figures
- Q3 revenue
- $1.3 billion, up 29%
- Q3 2026; compared with $1.0 billion in Q3 2025
- Net income
- $162 million
- Q3 2026; compared with a net loss of $200 million in Q3 2025
- Diluted EPS
- $0.38
- Q3 2026; compared with a loss per share of $0.51 in Q3 2025
- 2026 revenue growth outlook
- 15% to 25%
- Raised from the previous outlook of up to 10%
- 2026 R&D expense outlook
- Approximately $2.7 billion
- Reduced from the previous expectation of approximately $2.9 billion
- Year-end cash and investments outlook
- Approximately $8.1 billion to $8.3 billion
- Raised from the previous outlook of $4.7 billion to $5.2 billion
- Recurrence or death risk reduction
- 42% (HR=0.58)
- Intismeran plus KEYTRUDA versus KEYTRUDA alone in the intention-to-treat population
- Distant metastasis or death risk reduction
- 38% (HR=0.62)
- Intismeran plus KEYTRUDA versus KEYTRUDA alone
Previous Earnings Reports
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Set 2026 revenue growth at up to 10% and year-end cash outlook at $4.7–$5.2 billion.
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CAMBRIDGE, MA / ACCESS Newswire / November 6, 2026 / Moderna, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRNA) today reported financial results and provided business updates for the third quarter of 2026.
"We delivered
Commercial Strategy
Moderna continued to execute its multi-year revenue growth strategy during the third quarter, supported by the launch of updated COVID vaccines, expansion of its approved respiratory vaccine portfolio and execution of international strategic partnerships with the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. In September, the Company signed a five-year agreement with a local manufacturer in Mexico for COVID-19 vaccines, supporting recurring revenue and international market expansion.
Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Revenue: Total revenue for the third quarter of 2026 increased
Cost of Sales: Cost of sales for the third quarter of 2026 was
Research and Development Expenses: Research and development expenses for the third quarter of 2026 were
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses: Selling, general and administrative expenses for the third quarter of 2026 were
Income Taxes: Income tax provisions for both periods were not material, as the Company continues to maintain a global valuation allowance against most of its deferred tax assets.
Net Income: Net income was
Earnings Per Share: Diluted earnings per share were
Cash Position: Cash, cash equivalents and investments as of September 30, 2026, were
2026 Financial Framework
Revenue: The Company now expects total revenue growth of
Cost of Sales: Cost of sales for 2026 is expected to be approximately
Research and Development Expenses: Research and development expenses for 2026 are expected to be approximately
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses: Selling, general and administrative expenses for 2026 are expected to be approximately
Income Taxes: The Company continues to expect negligible income tax expense for 2026.
Capital Expenditures: Capital expenditures for 2026 are expected to be approximately
Cash and Investments: The Company now expects year-end 2026 cash and investments of approximately
Recent Progress and Upcoming Late-Stage Pipeline Milestones
Infectious Disease Vaccines
Seasonal Influenza Vaccine (mRNA-1010): In August, Moderna received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for mFLUSIVA®, its seasonal influenza vaccine, for adults aged 50-64 years and accelerated approval for adults aged 65 years and older, marking the Company's fifth approved product globally. Moderna is conducting a limited U.S. launch for the 2026-2027 influenza season, with approval occurring after the annual contracting cycle. The Company also received approval for mFLUSIVA in Canada.
Flu/COVID Combination Vaccine (mRNA-1083): Moderna received regulatory approval in Canada for mCOFLU®, the Company's flu/COVID combination vaccine, following approval of the vaccine under the brand name mCOMBRIAX® in the European Union. The vaccine remains under regulatory review in additional markets, including Japan, the United Kingdom and Australia. Moderna continues to await further guidance from the FDA regarding refiling in the United States.Norovirus Vaccine (mRNA-1403): Following the Phase 3 interim analysis, which did not meet the statistical criteria for early success, Moderna does not plan to initiate an additional cohort this season. The Company intends to engage with health authorities to determine the program's path forward.
Oncology Therapeutics
Intismeran autogene (mRNA-4157): In October, Moderna and Merck presented positive Phase 3 results from the INTerpath-001 study in resected high-risk melanoma at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress 2026. Intismeran autogene in combination with KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab) reduced the risk of recurrence or death by
mRNA-4359: Moderna continues Phase 2 clinical trial of its investigational cancer antigen therapy in first-line metastatic melanoma, previously treated metastatic melanoma and first-line non-small cell lung cancer.
mRNA-2808: Abstract accepted for oral presentation at American Society of Hematology meeting on December 12th in New Orleans.
mRNA-4203: Moderna and Immatics continue dosing in a Phase 1 study evaluating mRNA-4203 in combination with anzu-cel (anzutresgene autoleucel, IMA203).
Rare Disease Therapeutics
Propionic Acidemia (mRNA-3927): The registrational study has reached its target enrollment, with pivotal data expected in 2026.
Methylmalonic Acidemia (mRNA-3705): Moderna has deferred a decision on initiating a pivotal study until the propionic acidemia registrational study readout.
Moderna Corporate Updates
- Leadership Appointment: In September, Moderna announced the appointment of Juan Andres as Chief Operating Officer, effective October 5, 2026. Mr. Andres previously served in senior leadership positions at Moderna and will oversee the Company's operational strategy and execution, including its global manufacturing organization.
- Leadership Retirement: In September, Moderna announced that Jerh Collins, Ph.D., Chief Technical Operations and Quality Officer, retired following four years with the Company.
- Financing: In September, Moderna completed a convertible senior notes offering totaling approximately
$3.0 billion in principal amount. After accounting for the purchase of capped calls designed to mitigate potential future dilution and associated fees, we raised approximately$2.6 billion in net proceeds. The financing provides additional financial flexibility to support continued investment in oncology and address future debt obligations. - Litigation Settlement: Moderna and GSK entered into an agreement on October 28, 2026, to settle all disputes between the parties which were pending in the U.S. and Europe. Pursuant to the agreement, the parties granted patent cross-licenses in the field of infectious disease and are not obligated to make payments of any kind in connection with such licenses.
Company Accolades
- Fortune Change the World: Moderna was named to Fortune's 2026 Change the World list, recognizing the Company's impact through mRNA medicines.
- Science Top Employers: Moderna was named a top employer in Science and Science Careers' 2026 Top Employers Survey for the twelfth consecutive year.
Key 2026 Investor and Analyst Event Dates
- Moderna Analyst Day: November 12, 2026
Investor Call and Webcast Information
Moderna will host a live conference call and webcast at 8:00 a.m. ET on November 6, 2026. To access the live conference call via telephone, please register at the link below. Once registered, dial-in numbers and a unique pin number will be provided. A live webcast of the call will also be available under "Events and Presentations" in the Investors section of the Moderna website.
- Telephone: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BI3b0723c2720c4799a951732b6daedea8
- Webcast: https://investors.modernatx.com
The archived webcast will be available on Moderna's website approximately two hours after the conference call and will be available for one year following the call.
About Moderna
Moderna is a pioneer and leader in the field of mRNA medicine. Through the advancement of its technology platform, Moderna is reimagining how medicines are made to transform how we treat and prevent diseases. Since its founding, Moderna's mRNA platform has enabled the development of vaccines and therapeutics across infectious diseases, cancer, rare diseases and more.
With a global team and a unique culture, driven by the Company's values and mindsets, Moderna's mission is to deliver the greatest possible impact to people through mRNA medicines. For more information about Moderna, please visit modernatx.com and connect with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)
| Three Months Ended September 30, | Nine Months Ended September 30, | |||||||||||||||
| 2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | |||||||||||||
Revenue: | ||||||||||||||||
Net product sales | $ | 1,273 | $ | 973 | $ | 1,719 | $ | 1,172 | ||||||||
Other revenue1 | 40 | 43 | 128 | 94 | ||||||||||||
Total revenue | 1,313 | 1,016 | 1,847 | 1,266 | ||||||||||||
Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||||||
Cost of sales | 318 | 207 | 1,366 | 416 | ||||||||||||
Research and development | 583 | 801 | 1,883 | 2,357 | ||||||||||||
Selling, general and administrative | 282 | 268 | 671 | 710 | ||||||||||||
Total operating expenses | 1,183 | 1,276 | 3,920 | 3,483 | ||||||||||||
Income (loss) from operations | 130 | (260 | ) | (2,073 | ) | (2,217 | ) | |||||||||
Interest income | 62 | 73 | 201 | 244 | ||||||||||||
Other (expense) income, net | (21 | ) | - | (58 | ) | 4 | ||||||||||
Income (loss) before taxes | 171 | (187 | ) | (1,930 | ) | (1,969 | ) | |||||||||
Provision for income taxes | 9 | 13 | 33 | 27 | ||||||||||||
Net income (loss) | $ | 162 | $ | (200 | ) | $ | (1,963 | ) | $ | (1,996 | ) | |||||
Earnings (loss) per share | ||||||||||||||||
Basic | $ | 0.40 | $ | (0.51 | ) | $ | (4.93 | ) | $ | (5.15 | ) | |||||
Diluted | $ | 0.38 | $ | (0.51 | ) | $ | (4.93 | ) | $ | (5.15 | ) | |||||
Weighted average common shares used in calculation of earnings (loss) per share | ||||||||||||||||
Basic | 401 | 390 | 398 | 388 | ||||||||||||
Diluted | 430 | 390 | 398 | 388 | ||||||||||||
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1Includes grant, collaboration, licensing and royalty, and stand-ready manufacturing revenue.
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited, in millions)
| September 30, | December 31, | ||||||
| 2026 | 2025 | ||||||
Assets | |||||||
Current assets: | |||||||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ | 1,195 | $ | 2,595 | |||
Investments | 3,976 | 3,204 | |||||
Accounts receivable, net | 1,367 | 184 | |||||
Inventory | 313 | 153 | |||||
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 493 | 408 | |||||
Total current assets | 7,344 | 6,544 | |||||
Investments, non-current | 2,805 | 2,336 | |||||
Property, plant and equipment, net | 2,036 | 2,134 | |||||
Right-of-use assets, operating leases | 687 | 719 | |||||
Other non-current assets | 596 | 605 | |||||
Total assets | $ | 13,468 | $ | 12,338 | |||
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity | |||||||
Current liabilities: | |||||||
Accounts payable | $ | 259 | $ | 317 | |||
Accrued liabilities | 1,395 | 1,386 | |||||
Deferred revenue | 268 | 99 | |||||
Other current liabilities | 106 | 185 | |||||
Total current liabilities | 2,028 | 1,987 | |||||
Deferred revenue, non-current | 139 | 153 | |||||
Operating lease liabilities, non-current | 630 | 653 | |||||
Financing lease liabilities, non-current | - | 20 | |||||
Long-term debt | 591 | 590 | |||||
Convertible notes | 2,958 | - | |||||
Other non-current liabilities | 285 | 285 | |||||
Total liabilities | 6,631 | 3,688 | |||||
Stockholders' equity: | |||||||
Additional paid-in capital | 1,569 | 1,382 | |||||
Accumulated other comprehensive income | 8 | 45 | |||||
Retained earnings | 5,260 | 7,223 | |||||
Total stockholders' equity | 6,837 | 8,650 | |||||
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | $ | 13,468 | $ | 12,338 | |||
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited, in millions)
| Nine Months Ended September 30, | ||||||||
| 2026 | 2025 | |||||||
Operating activities | ||||||||
Net loss | $ | (1,963 | ) | $ | (1,996 | ) | ||
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities: | ||||||||
Stock-based compensation | 351 | 370 | ||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 190 | 148 | ||||||
Amortization/accretion of investments | (33 | ) | (54 | ) | ||||
Loss on equity investments, net | 2 | 5 | ||||||
Other non-cash items | 17 | 50 | ||||||
Changes in assets and liabilities: | ||||||||
Accounts receivable, net | (1,184 | ) | (703 | ) | ||||
Prepaid expenses and other assets | (28 | ) | (84 | ) | ||||
Inventory | (159 | ) | (213 | ) | ||||
Right-of-use assets, operating leases | 31 | 28 | ||||||
Accounts payable | (32 | ) | (114 | ) | ||||
Accrued liabilities | 35 | (196 | ) | |||||
Deferred revenue | 160 | 108 | ||||||
Operating lease liabilities | (23 | ) | (15 | ) | ||||
Other liabilities | (79 | ) | (137 | ) | ||||
Net cash used in operating activities | (2,715 | ) | (2,803 | ) | ||||
Investing activities | ||||||||
Purchases of marketable securities | (5,149 | ) | (4,221 | ) | ||||
Proceeds from maturities of marketable securities | 2,388 | 4,634 | ||||||
Proceeds from sales of marketable securities | 1,519 | 1,744 | ||||||
Purchases of property, plant and equipment | (146 | ) | (153 | ) | ||||
Purchase of intangible asset | (74 | ) | (10 | ) | ||||
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities | (1,462 | ) | 1,994 | |||||
Financing activities | ||||||||
Proceeds from issuance of convertible notes | 3,000 | - | ||||||
Payments for issuance costs related to convertible notes | (43 | ) | - | |||||
Purchase of capped calls related to convertible notes | (329 | ) | - | |||||
Proceeds from issuance of common stock through equity plans | 172 | 19 | ||||||
Tax payments related to net share settlements on equity awards | (7 | ) | (1 | ) | ||||
Changes in financing lease liabilities | (17 | ) | (6 | ) | ||||
Net cash provided by financing activities | 2,776 | 12 | ||||||
Effect of changes in exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents | - | 2 | ||||||
Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | (1,401 | ) | (795 | ) | ||||
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of year | 2,597 | 1,929 | ||||||
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period | $ | 1,196 | $ | 1,134 | ||||
Trademarks
Spikevax®, mRESVIA®, mNEXSPIKE®, mCOMBRIAX®, mCOFLU® and mFLUSIVA® are registered trademarks of Moderna.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, including statements regarding: Moderna's 2026 financial framework, including expected total revenue growth of
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Moderna Contacts
Media:
Chris Ridley
Vice President, Global Head of Communications
+1 617-800-3651
Chris.Ridley@modernatx.com
Investors:
Lavina Talukdar
Senior Vice President & Head of Investor Relations
+1 617-209-5834
Lavina.Talukdar@modernatx.com
SOURCE: Moderna, Inc.
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What were Moderna's third-quarter 2026 earnings and revenue?
Moderna reported $1.313 billion in revenue and $0.38 in diluted earnings per share for the third quarter of 2026. Revenue increased 29% year over year. Net income was $162 million, compared with a $200 million loss in the third quarter of 2025.
What is Moderna's updated 2026 financial outlook?
Moderna expects 15%-25% revenue growth in 2026, increased from its previous outlook of up to 10%. Research and development spending is expected to be approximately $2.7 billion, and year-end cash and investments are expected to be approximately $8.1 billion to $8.3 billion.
Does Moderna's 2026 cash outlook include additional credit facility borrowing?
Moderna's year-end cash and investments outlook excludes additional drawdowns from the approximately $0.9 billion remaining available under its credit facility.
Who became Moderna's chief operating officer in October 2026?
Juan Andres became chief operating officer effective October 5, 2026. He will oversee operational strategy and execution, including global manufacturing. Moderna also announced that Chief Technical Operations and Quality Officer Jerh Collins retired.
What are the payment terms of Moderna's October 2026 GSK settlement?
Moderna and GSK are not obligated to make payments in connection with the infectious-disease patent cross-licenses granted under their October 28, 2026 agreement. The agreement settles all disputes between the parties that were pending in the United States and Europe.