All articles tagged with #unitedhealth
Originally Published 26 days ago — by Yahoo Finance
Billionaire hedge fund manager David Tepper sold major stakes in stocks like Intel and UnitedHealth, and is now heavily investing in Whirlpool, signaling a contrarian move towards recovery-focused investments amid market fluctuations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Investor's Business Daily
The stock market rose today following a government shutdown deal, with major indexes gaining, while UnitedHealth dropped after Trump's comments on health insurers. Nvidia and Tesla stocks rallied, and the Senate passed a short-term funding bill, though the shutdown may delay key economic data releases.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Lever
UnitedHealth Group is profiting from the open enrollment period amid political deadlock over extending premium tax credits, highlighting how insurers benefit regardless of policy outcomes while consumers face rising costs.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by 24/7 Wall St.
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Investor's Business Daily
Stock futures rose ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting, with the Dow up 0.5% and UnitedHealth jumping 3.5% after strong earnings, as investors await the Fed's rate decision and guidance.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Investor's Business Daily
UnitedHealth exceeded earnings estimates in Q3, boosting its stock and lifting the Dow, while Universal Health reported strong growth and raised its full-year outlook, benefiting from increased healthcare utilization and investor optimism.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Major U.S. health insurers CVS Health, Humana, and UnitedHealth are reducing their Medicare Advantage offerings in 2026 due to decreased government reimbursements and rising healthcare costs, leading to plan cuts across numerous counties and states, affecting hundreds of thousands of beneficiaries.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by TipRanks
UnitedHealth announced it will discontinue over 100 Medicare Advantage plans starting in 2026, impacting many beneficiaries and signaling strategic changes in their healthcare offerings.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by TipRanks
UnitedHealth is engaging with White House officials amid ongoing investigations, indicating a strategic move to influence or address regulatory scrutiny.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNBC
UnitedHealth has attempted to meet with President Trump to discuss healthcare issues, including Medicare and private plan policies, highlighting the company's engagement with the administration to influence healthcare policy and improve patient access and affordability.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by TipRanks
A Morgan Stanley analyst has expressed optimism about UnitedHealth's stock, suggesting a recovery is on the horizon, which may influence investor sentiment.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Barron's
Investors are reacting to emerging details about Medicare quality ratings for 2026, which significantly impact insurer profits through bonus payments. Major swings in healthcare stocks like Humana and UnitedHealth reflect concerns over the new rating system, with some companies expecting tougher evaluation criteria that could affect their earnings and bonus payouts.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Barron's
UnitedHealth Group's stock is showing bullish technical signals, including a breakout above $315 and a potential move to $380, indicating a possible upward trend. Peer healthcare stocks like Cigna and Humana are also displaying positive patterns, with Cigna approaching a breakout above $308 and Humana experiencing a trend reversal with a seven-week winning streak, suggesting continued strength in the healthcare sector.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Barron's
UnitedHealth Group's stock rose after the company announced it is performing as expected and that its Medicare Advantage quality ratings are in line with expectations, alleviating investor concerns despite its year-long decline and past management issues.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Yahoo Finance
UnitedHealth expects about 78% of its members to be enrolled in top-rated Medicare plans in 2026, which aligns with its expectations and could lead to higher government payments, positively impacting its revenue. The forecast is ahead of upcoming CMS star ratings that influence plan choices and reimbursements, with the company reaffirming its 2025 profit outlook amidst industry pressures.