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UnitedHealth raises 2026 profit outlook

UnitedHealth raises 2026 profit outlook

UnitedHealth’s strong quarterly performance was driven by effective cost management and improved government payments for its health insurance services.

The company now expects adjusted earnings of more than $18.25 per share, up from its previous projection.

Despite a slight dip in enrollment, higher premiums and a $1.5 billion investment in artificial intelligence have bolstered investor confidence.

The results have provided a lift to the broader managed care sector, which has faced significant volatility in recent months.

UnitedHealth Group
For-profit health care company
Wall Street
Street in Manhattan, New York, USA
Medicare
US federal health insurance