UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol UNH
  • Rev/Share 464.6352
  • Book/Share 115.1473
  • PB 3.4258
  • Debt/Equity 0.836
  • CurrentRatio 0.8458
  • ROIC 0.1255

 

  • MktCap 322963214675.0
  • FreeCF/Share 27.7703
  • PFCF 12.78
  • PE 15.2379
  • Debt/Assets 0.2566
  • DivYield 0.0242
  • ROE 0.226

 

  • Rating A
  • Score 4
  • Recommendation Buy
  • P/E Score 3
  • DCF Score 5
  • P/B Score 3
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Initiation UNH Goldman -- Buy -- $406 Oct. 14, 2025
Downgrade UNH Robert W. Baird Neutral Underperform -- $198 July 31, 2025
Reiterated UNH Oppenheimer -- Outperform $400 $325 July 30, 2025
Downgrade UNH Robert W. Baird Outperform Neutral -- $312 June 11, 2025
Downgrade UNH HSBC Securities Hold Reduce -- $270 May 21, 2025
Downgrade UNH TD Cowen Buy Hold -- $308 May 19, 2025
Downgrade UNH Raymond James Strong Buy Market Perform -- -- May 14, 2025
Downgrade UNH BofA Securities Buy Neutral -- $350 May 14, 2025
Downgrade UNH HSBC Securities Buy Hold -- $490 April 22, 2025
Downgrade UNH Argus Buy Hold -- -- April 21, 2025

News

UnitedHealth: Bargaining Power And Tariff-Driven Generics Could Improve Margins
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Published: October 17, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

UnitedHealth: Bargaining Power And Tariff-Driven Generics Could Improve Margins

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Investors Heavily Search UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH): Here is What You Need to Know
UNH
Published: October 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks.com users have recently been watching UnitedHealth (UNH) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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Is It Too Late to Buy UnitedHealth Stock?
UNH
Published: October 10, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

UnitedHealth (UNH -0.10%) shares are up significantly since I upgraded the stock to a buy rating.

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Can Digital Workflows at Optum Rx Transform UNH's Patient Experience?
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Published: October 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

UnitedHealth drives a digital overhaul at Optum Rx, automating pharmacy workflows to boost efficiency and enrich patient care.

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UNITEDHEALTH ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Continues Investigation into UnitedHealth Group Incorporated on Behalf of Long-Term Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm
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Published: October 08, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Litigation Partner Brandon Walker Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In UnitedHealth (UNH) To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you are a long-term stockholder in UnitedHealth between March 14, 2022, and February 27, 2024 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Bragar Eagel & Squire partner Brandon Walker or Marion Passmore directly at (212) 355-4648.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Tesla, UnitedHealth, Shopify and Waterstone Financial
SHOP, TSLA, UNH
Published: October 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Tesla's robotaxi launch, UnitedHealth's cost challenges, and Shopify's AI-driven merchant tools headline Zacks' latest research roundup.

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UnitedHealth's stock has the potential for a nice pop post-earnings: G Squared's Victoria Greene
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Published: October 07, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

Victoria Greene, G Squared Private Wealth, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss which stock could be poised for a bounce around earnings season, the bank Greene is focused on and much more.

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UnitedHealth Jumps 12% in a Month: But is it Healthy Enough to Buy?
UNH
Published: October 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated UNH has staged a sharp comeback, with shares climbing 12% over the past month, trimming its year-to-date loss to 29.1%. The move marks an outperformance versus both the broader industry's 9.3% gain and the S&P 500 Index's 4% rise during the same period.

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Billionaires Are Piling Into United Health Group and These 2 Stocks
BMY, FI, UNH
Published: October 07, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH ), Bristol-Myers Squibb (NYSE:BMY) and Fiserv (NYSE:FI) have been getting plenty of attention from big name investors.

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How to trade the health care break out
MCK, MRK, UNH, VEEV, XBI, XLV
Published: October 06, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

The health care sector up 6.5% in one week. The Investment Committee debate how to trade the space.

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UNH Stock: The $76 Billion Shareholder Powerhouse
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Published: October 06, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive

Over the past decade, UnitedHealth (NYSE: UNH) has delivered a remarkable $76 billion back to its shareholders via cash in the form of dividends and buybacks. Despite facing significant headwinds in 2025, the healthcare giant has demonstrated its resilience with the stock showing recent momentum, gaining 12% over the past month, though it remains down -29% year-to-date due to earlier challenges.

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Nesbitt: Economy Remains Strong, Bull Case for UNH, LEVI & VLO
LEVI, UNH, VLO
Published: October 03, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Positive

Don Nesbitt sees the economy staying strong even as cracks in the labor force appear to widen. However, he doesn't see the stock market moving significantly higher given current valuations, nor does Don expect interest rates to add momentum at current levels.

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UnitedHealth shareholder proposes independent board chair
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Published: October 03, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Negative

A UnitedHealth shareholder proposed on Friday that the healthcare group should adopt a policy to require an independent board chair, a role now held by CEO Stephen Hemsley.

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UnitedHealth Group (UNH) Rises Higher Than Market: Key Facts
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Published: October 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

In the closing of the recent trading day, UnitedHealth Group (UNH) stood at $353.72, denoting a +1.56% move from the preceding trading day.

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Wall Street Analysts Think UnitedHealth (UNH) Is a Good Investment: Is It?
UNH
Published: October 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

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UnitedHealth vs. Molina: Who's Poised for the Healthiest Comeback?
MOH, UNH
Published: September 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

The U.S. healthcare sector is navigating a turbulent landscape, shaped by rising medical costs, regulatory scrutiny and evolving patient behavior. Health insurers are under pressure as increasing utilization and reimbursement challenges test margins.

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Buy or Fear UNH Stock At $345?
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Published: September 26, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive

UnitedHealth Group stock (NYSE: UNH) is up 16% this month, driven by several positive factors. Last month, Warren Buffett disclosed a $1.6 billion stake in the company.

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UnitedHealth Group: Berkshire Position Marks A Salad Oil Moment
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Published: September 23, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Recently, several high-profile institutional investors, including Berkshire Hathaway, disclosed new stakes in UnitedHealth Group Incorporated shares. This reminds me of America Express during the salad oil scandal in early 1960s, which was a definitive episode for the path of Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway. I see fundamental similarities here with both company facing large uncertainties and large price/valuation compression, while the outcomes of their legal issues are still unfolding.

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UnitedHealth: I Can Confidently Say The Worst Is Arguably Over (Upgrade)
UNH
Published: September 23, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

UnitedHealth Group investors have continued to outperform the S&P 500 and the healthcare sector since its plunge in July 2025. UNH's reaffirmed 2025 guidance and constructive Medicare Advantage star ratings support conviction in its earnings recovery and long-term outlook. Based on the forecasted 2027 earnings outlook, the market may not have fully upgraded its optimism on the stock, paving the way for investors to consider doubling down.

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Billionaire Investors Seem to Love This Stock the Most
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Published: September 22, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Billionaire investors were quite active in the second quarter, with many of the big names going after a relatively narrow basket of stocks.

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UnitedHealth: This Rally Is Lacking Substance; Sell Now
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Published: September 19, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Rising medical cost ratios are expected to worsen in 2026, and recent regulations limit pricing gains, pressuring gross margins. Delayed data on superinvestors' buys is not a sufficient reason for becoming bullish on UNH, especially as there is no major bullish improvement on the fundamentals. Broadening scope of DoJ probes into the pharmacy benefit management business adds another risk wildcard.

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Is Trending Stock UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) a Buy Now?
UNH
Published: September 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

UnitedHealth (UNH) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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U.S. politician makes super suspicious UnitedHealth stock trade
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Published: September 16, 2025 by: Finbold
Sentiment: Neutral

United States Representative Lisa McClain has disclosed a purchase of UnitedHealth (NYSE: UNH) stock during a period of strong gains for the equity.

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UnitedHealth (UNH) Is Considered a Good Investment by Brokers: Is That True?
UNH
Published: September 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.

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Will UnitedHealth's Push for Access to Trump Calm Investor Jitters?
UNH
Published: September 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

UNH doubles lobbying spend, reshapes legal team and seeks Trump access amid regulatory risks.

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Why I'm Buying More UnitedHealth Than Centene
CNC, UNH
Published: September 12, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

UnitedHealth Group stands out as the preferred pick over Centene due to scale, diversification, and higher profitability. UNH's integrated model and Optum platform provide more growth avenues and resilience compared to CNC's focus on government-sponsored programs. While CNC trades at a discount, UNH's stronger margins, return on equity, and diversified revenue streams justify its premium valuation.

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UnitedHealth Finds Its Stars, Soars 8.6% as Humana Trips on Cut Points
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Published: September 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

UNH surges 8.6% as it projects stable Medicare Advantage star ratings, easing investor worries over performance.

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UnitedHealth: Momentum Completes The Bullish Puzzle
UNH
Published: September 10, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Trying to time the market with falling knives like UnitedHealth—which it was in the spring and summer—was extremely risky, so I chose to wait for momentum to return. Valuation metrics are attractive, with forward P/E and P/S ratios far below historical averages, making UNH a compelling value due to rock-solid fundamentals. Yesterday's reiteration of the EPS outlook by the management is crucial, as it underscores that the headwinds are temporary and their adverse effects are unlikely to persist for long.

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At $350, Is UNH Stock Beaten Down And Ready To Bounce?
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Published: September 10, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) jumped 8% on September 9, 2025, after the company said it is on track to meet its Medicare Advantage enrollment goals. The update eased investor concerns that the insurer could miss these critical targets amid ongoing operational challenges.

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Tepper's 1,300% Leap Into UnitedHealth Stock Chaos Looked Crazy—Until It Didn't
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Published: September 10, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive

David Tepper's bold second-quarter buying spree in UnitedHealth Group Inc. UNH is already paying off. The billionaire hedge fund manager's Appaloosa Management increased its stake in the health insurance giant by a staggering 1,300% last quarter, turning a once-minor position into his fund's second-largest holding.

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About UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH)

  • IPO Date 1984-10-17
  • Website https://www.unitedhealthgroup.com
  • Industry Medical - Healthcare Plans
  • CEO Stephen J. Hemsley
  • Employees 400000

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated operates as a diversified health care company in the United States. It operates through four segments: UnitedHealthcare, Optum Health, Optum Insight, and Optum Rx. The UnitedHealthcare segment offers consumer-oriented health benefit plans and services for national employers, public sector employers, mid-sized employers, small businesses, and individuals; health care coverage and well-being services to individuals age 50 and older addressing their needs for preventive and acute health care services, as well as services dealing with chronic disease and other specialized issues for older individuals; Medicaid plans, children's health insurance and health care programs; health and dental benefits; and hospital and clinical services. The OptumHealth segment provides access to networks of care provider specialists, health management services, care delivery, consumer engagement, and financial services. This segment serves individuals directly through care delivery systems, employers, payers, and government entities. The OptumInsight segment offers software and information products, advisory consulting arrangements, and managed services outsourcing contracts to hospital systems, physicians, health plans, governments, life sciences companies, and other organizations. The OptumRx segment provides pharmacy care services and programs, including retail network contracting, home delivery, specialty and compounding pharmacy, and purchasing and clinical capabilities, as well as develops programs in the areas of step therapy, formulary management, drug adherence, and disease/drug therapy management. UnitedHealth Group Incorporated was incorporated in 1977 and is based in Minnetonka, Minnesota.