LivaNova Raises 2026 Guidance After Third-Quarter Revenue Growth

LivaNova reported Q3 2026 revenue of $393.1M, up 9.9% YoY, and adjusted EPS of $1.23. GAAP EPS was $0.11, with net income of $34.3M. The company raised full-year 2026 revenue growth guidance to 9-10% and adjusted EPS to $4.40-$4.50. Growth was driven by cardiopulmonary and neuromodulation segments, with new manufacturing lines and positive clinical study results.

Original reporting
Published Nov 4, 2026, 11:13 AM UTC
Analysis
AlphAI AI DeskAI-generated
Added to AlphAI Nov 4, 2026, 11:20 AM UTC. Informational, not investment advice.
How this was made
AlphAI summarizes source reporting and applies a structured AI analysis for relevance, timing, sentiment and ticker impact. Always verify material claims with the original publisher.
LivaNova Raises 2026 Guidance After Third-Quarter Revenue Growth — source image
Decision brief

The 30-second read

$LIVNBullishHigh
01

Why it matters

The guidance lift is a fresh, material development that can influence trading decisions.

02

Market read

Guidance raise is likely to attract buying interest in LIVN and may lift related med‑tech stocks.

03

What to watch

Potential regulatory or reimbursement risks for new CPT codes could temper upside.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: today

Background

LivaNova reported Q3 2026 results with revenue up 9.9% YoY and announced higher full‑year guidance.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$LIVNBullishHigh confidence
Context

LivaNova raised full-year 2026 revenue growth to 9‑10% and adjusted EPS guidance to $4.40‑$4.50, the first report of the updated guidance.

Expected impact

likely upward pressure as investors price in higher revenue and earnings expectations

Evidence & confidence

The company disclosed higher guidance for the first time, which typically lifts the stock.

Market effects

Positive for the medical device sector as a peer shows stronger demand for consumables and neuromodulation products.

May boost European and U.S. med‑tech equities that trade alongside LivaNova.

Limited to healthcare investors; no broad market effect.

Counterpoint

If the guidance raise is already priced in, the stock could face a short‑term pull‑back.

Key entities

  • LivaNova PLC

    Medical device manufacturer listed on NYSE under ticker LIVN.

Related articles

$LIVNMed

LivaNova PLC (LIVN) (Q3 2026) Earnings Call Highlights: Double-Digit Growth Fuels

LivaNova PLC (LIVN) reported Q3 2026 earnings with adjusted free cash flow declining to $56M from $62M YoY. SG&A expenses rose to $136M from $123M, and a $400M payment shifted to Q4, creating cash flow uncertainty. The company expects 1% FX tailwind but $5M tariff headwinds. Cardiopulmonary growth remains strong, with double-digit increases, and the next-gen oxygenator launch is on track for 2028.

$LIVNMed

LivaNova PLC Q3 2026 Earnings Call Summary

LivaNova PLC raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to 9-10% growth and adjusted EPS to $4.40-$4.50. Growth was driven by record Essence heart-lung machine placements, epilepsy volume growth, and reduced discounting. The company plans to enter the obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) market in 2027 and expects double-digit capacity expansion in 2027 due to new manufacturing lines. Management highlighted strong demand for oxygenators and strategic initiatives to support future growth.

$LIVNMed

Mizuho raises Livanova stock price target on Essenz placements

Mizuho raised its price target for Livanova (LIVN) to $115 from $95, citing strong U.S. Cardiopulmonary segment growth and Essenz placements. The stock has risen 48% in the past year, trading at $96.59. Livanova reported Q3 2026 earnings of $1.23 per share, beating estimates, and raised its full-year outlook. Jefferies also increased its price target to $120.

$LIVNHighAI 8/10

Jefferies raises Livanova stock price target to $120 on guidance

Jefferies increased its price target for LivaNova (NASDAQ:LIVN) to $120 from $100, maintaining a Buy rating. The company reported Q3 sales of $393M, up 10%, and EPS of $1.23, up 20%, both beating estimates. LivaNova raised its full-year sales growth guidance to 9-10% and EPS guidance to $4.40-$4.50. The stock has a market cap of $5.33B and a PEG ratio of 0.12, according to InvestingPro.