UnitedHealth Boosts Earnings and Guidance Amid Cost Management
UnitedHealth Group beat earnings expectations with a $2.92 EPS but missed revenue targets and saw a 50% drop in operating income, driven by challenges in managing medical costs and Medicare funding. The company's UnitedHealthcare segment grew strongly, while Optum's growth slowed, raising concerns about future margins. Despite raising full-year guidance, cautious outlooks remain as management navigates ongoing headwinds, with shares rising pre-market on positive earnings and Berkshire Hathaway's new investment.