LivaNova PLC: LivaNova Reports Third-Quarter 2026 Results; Raises Full-Year 2026 Revenue and Adjusted Diluted EPS Guidance

LivaNova PLC (LIVN) reported Q3 2026 revenue of $393.1M, up 9.9% YoY. It raised full-year 2026 revenue and adjusted EPS guidance, now expecting 9-10% growth and $4.40-$4.50 EPS. The company also launched a new oxygenator manufacturing line and announced new CPT codes for its sleep apnea therapy.

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Published Nov 4, 2026, 11:30 AM UTC
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Primary signal
$LIVN
Bullish
high confidence
Mentioned
$LIVN
Relevance
8/10
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$LIVNBullishHigh
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Why it matters

The earnings beat and raised guidance may trigger short‑term buying and set a higher valuation baseline.

02

Market read

First‑report earnings release with improved guidance; material for traders with exposure to med‑tech stocks.

03

What to watch

Potential regulatory or reimbursement risks for new oxygenator line not discussed.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: today

Background

LivaNova is a UK‑registered medical technology company listed on Nasdaq, focusing on cardiopulmonary and neuromodulation devices.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$LIVNBullishHigh confidence
Context

LivaNova reported Q3 2026 results and raised full-year revenue and EPS guidance.

Expected impact

likely upward pressure as market prices in higher revenue and EPS outlook

Evidence & confidence

Revenue growth beat expectations and guidance was increased, which typically drives buying interest.

Market effects

Positive earnings may lift the broader medical technology sector.

Supports European and US med‑tech equities.

Limited to healthcare investors but adds confidence to global med‑tech outlook.

Counterpoint

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

Key entities

  • Vladimir Makatsaria

    CEO of LivaNova, quoted on performance and outlook.

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