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Dear UnitedHealth Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for October 1

UnitedHealth is removing prior-authorization hurdles for 1,700 services. Less paperwork sounds great, but what does it mean for UNH investors?

Barchart · Sep 12

Dear UnitedHealth Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for July 16

UnitedHealth has clawed its way back impressively from last year’s lows, and July 16 could be its biggest health check yet. Will another strong quarter keep the momentum rolling?

Barchart · Jul 4

UnitedHealth Stock Is Down Nearly 50% over the Past Year, but This 1 Analyst Is Still Betting on UNH to Outperform

Beaten-down UnitedHealth stock has received an “Outperform” rating from Raymond James analysts.

Barchart · Apr 2

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Michael Burry Abandons UnitedHealth Stock With Shares Down 35% YTD. Should You Sell UNH or Buy the Dip?

Down almost 50% from all-time highs, UnitedHealth stock trades at a compelling valuation while offering investors an attractive dividend yield.

Barchart · Nov 6, 2025

Is This Defensive Giant a Good Stock to Buy in a Volatile Market?

Defensive blue-chip stock UnitedHealth is on a credible path back to double-digit growth next year, but is UNH a buy right now?

Barchart · Oct 29, 2025

UnitedHealth Q3 Preview: Will Warren Buffett's Insurance Bet Keep Paying Off?

Health insurance company UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) has had a rally in shares in the third quarter, helped by news of Warren Buffett taking a stake. An earnings report Tuesday before market open could continue the rally or see shares give back some gains.

Benzinga · Oct 27, 2025

Optum Keeps Growing. Is That Good News for UnitedHealth Stock?

Does Optum’s continued growth necessarily translate into good news for UnitedHealth’s stock? Let's find out.

Barchart · Oct 16, 2025

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UnitedHealth's Crown Jewel At Risk: Analyst Warns Optum Health Could Be 'Structurally Impaired' By Medicare Rule Changes

A leading Managed Care Analyst at Baird, Michael Ha, has a warning against UnitedHealth Group Inc.’s (NYSE:UNH) prized Optum Health division, which he believes could see headwinds as a result of recent government changes to Medicare Advantage risk coding.

Benzinga · Sep 24, 2025

As UnitedHealth’s troubles mount, new CFO faces challenge to restore confidence

An analyst weighs in on what Wayne DeVeydt should prioritize in his new role as CFO.

Fortune · Aug 4, 2025

UnitedHealth Shares Slide Over 5% After Baird Downgrade And Price Target Cut

UnitedHealth Group Inc. (NYSE:UNH) shares are trading lower Thursday, after Baird downgraded the stock to Underperform and slashed its price target from $312 to $198.

Benzinga · Jul 31, 2025

UnitedHealth Prognosis Mixed: Analysts Trim Targets But Keep Faith After Q2 Miss

Shares of UnitedHealth Group Inc (NYSE:UNH) remained volatile in early trading on Wednesday, after a downbeat second-quarter report.

Benzinga · Jul 30, 2025

UnitedHealth Misses Q2 Mark But Vows A Healthier 2026

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) reported second-quarter 2025 earnings on Tuesday and reestablished its 2025 guidance.

Benzinga · Jul 29, 2025

UnitedHealth Stock Just Raised Its Dividend. Should You Buy UNH Now?

UnitedHealth Group has raised its dividend by 5.2% to $2.21 per share, marking 15 years of consecutive increases.

Barchart · Jun 11, 2025

Can UnitedHealth Stock Hit $552 in 2025?

With a recent leadership change and insider buying, UnitedHealth Group is poised for a potential recovery, as analysts predict the stock could reach $552 in 2025.

Barchart · May 30, 2025

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MarketBeat · Apr 22, 2025

UnitedHealth Group: Pariah to Pole Position to Buy the Dip Levels

UnitedHealthcare Group is the best house in a rough neighborhood as its still a very profitable vertically integrated healthcare company, not just an insurer.

UnitedHealth Group Exceeds Expectations in Q4 Despite Soaring Medical Costs

UnitedHealth Group announced better-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings but surprised Wall Street with a 16% increase in medical costs. Rising medical ex...

Tribune News Service · Mar 29, 2022

UnitedHealth Group paying $5.4B for Louisiana-based home health firm

UnitedHealth Group is paying $5.4 billion to acquire LHC Group, a Louisiana-based home care company, in a deal that pushes the Minnetonka-based health care giant further into direct patient care.

Benzinga · Mar 29, 2022

UnitedHealth Scoops Up Home-Health Firm LHC Group In $5.4B Deal

UnitedHealth Group Inc (NYSE:UNH) has agreed to buy LHC Group Inc (NASDAQ:LHCG) for about $5.4 billion in cash. The acquisition by UnitedHealth's Optum health-services arm will add one of the country's largest home-health firms to a portfolio that already includes doctor groups, clinics, and surgery centers as some home-based services. Under the deal, UnitedHealth…

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