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UnitedHealth Group, Inc. is the largest health care services company in the world, serving over 50 million individuals in the United States as of 2019 and over 5 million internationally. The company provides a wide range of health care products and services, such as health maintenance organizations (HMOs), point of service plans (POS), preferred provider organizations (PPOs), and managed fee-for-service programs. UnitedHealth has the largest and most diverse membership base within the managed-care organization market, which gives it significant competitive advantages. It also has built its prescription drug business through OptumRx division, with the acquisition of Catamaran in 2015.
Top Research Reports for February 6, 2017
by Mark Vickery
Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including General Electric (GE), Altria (MO) and UnitedHealth (UNH).
Cigna (CI) Beats Earnings and Revenue Estimates in Q4
by Zacks Equity Research
Cigna Corp. (CI) reported fourth-quarter 2016 operating net earnings of $1.87 per share, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.74. However, earnings remained flat year over year.
Top Ranked Momentum Stocks to Buy for February 2nd
by Zacks Equity Research
Here are four stocks with buy rank and strong momentum characteristics for investors to consider today, February 2nd:
Anthem (ANTM) Beats Q4 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
by Zacks Equity Research
Anthem Inc.'s (ANTM) fourth-quarter 2016 adjusted net income per share of $1.76 surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.59 by 10.7%.
HCA Holdings (HCA) Q4 Earnings Beat, Revenues Miss
by Zacks Equity Research
HCA Holdings Inc. (HCA) reported fourth-quarter 2016 adjusted earnings of $1.89 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.78 by 6.2%.
Aetna (AET) Signs Reinsurance Arrangement with Vitality Re
by Zacks Equity Research
Aetna Inc. (AET) recently signed a four-year reinsurance arrangement with Vitality Re VIII Limited.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: UnitedHealth, Aetna, Molina HealthCare and Centene
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: UnitedHealth, Aetna, Molina HealthCare and Centene
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by Zacks Equity Research
In spite of the possibility of the reform affecting WellCare Health's business, the company remains an attractive pick for investors.
Top Ranked Growth Stocks to Buy for January 23rd
by Zacks Equity Research
Here are four stocks with buy ranks and strong growth characteristics for investors to consider today, January 23rd:
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by Tracey Ryniec
The P/E ratio isn???t the only way to find cheap stocks.
ETFs in Focus on Robust Q4 UnitedHealth Earnings
by Sweta Killa
Many investors may want to buy ETFs having the largest allocation to the giant health insurer.
UnitedHealth (UNH) Beats on Q4 Earnings, Enrollment Grows
by Zacks Equity Research
UnitedHealth's (UNH) earnings of $2.11 per share, beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.07. Earnings improved 50.7% year over year.
WellCare's (WCG) Inorganic Efforts to Fuel Long-Term Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
On Jan 16, 2017, we initiated a research report on WellCare Health Plans, Inc. (WCG).
UnitedHealth 's (UNH) Q4 Earnings Beat, Affirms Guidance
by Zacks Equity Research
UnitedHealth's (UNH) revenue and earnings per share came in ahead of the Zacks Consensus estimate.
5 Reasons to Buy Magellan Health (MGLN) Stock Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Magellan Health Inc. (MGLN) is one stock that looks appealing with its strong fundamentals and improving prospects.
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by Tracey Ryniec
Which companies are beating the estimate nearly every quarter? Tracey knows.
Should You Buy UnitedHealth Group (UNH) Ahead of Earnings?
by Zacks Equity Research
UnitedHealth Group (UNH) is seeing encouraging earnings estimate revision activity as of late and carries a favorable rank, positioning the company for a likely beat this season.
UnitedHealth's Unit to Expand Outpatient Surgical Procedures
by Zacks Equity Research
To speed up growth in its health services segment named Optum, UnitedHealth Group Inc. (UNH) has announced that it will acquire Surgical Care Affiliates, Inc. (SCAI).
Select Medical Holdings (SEM) Provides Guidance for 2017
by Zacks Equity Research
Select Medical (SEM) recently unveiled its guidance for 2017 and expects earnings per share between 73 cents and 91 cents on revenues of $4.4???$4.6 billion in 2017.
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by Zacks Equity Research
WellCare Health Plans, Inc. (WCG) has completed the previously announced acquisition of the subsidiaries of Care1st Health Plan.
Is Obamacare on its Way Out?
by Arpita Dutt
Healthcare stocks like will remain in focus as the "repeal Obamacare" situation plays out.
Arotech, Cooper Companies, UnitedHealth Group, Aetna and Humana highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
by Zacks Equity Research
Arotech, Cooper Companies, UnitedHealth Group, Aetna and Humana highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: UnitedHealth, Pfizer, Lockheed Martin, 3M and TripAdvisor
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: UnitedHealth, Pfizer, Lockheed Martin, 3M and TripAdvisor
Can UnitedHealth (UNH) Maintain Its Bull Run in 2017?
by Zacks Equity Research
UnitedHealth (UNH) looks well positioned for growth in 2017 by virtue of its diversified business in the health insurance space, exit from Exchanges for 2017 and high-growth Optum business.
Stock Research Reports for Pfizer, Lockheed Martin & UnitedHealth
by Sheraz Mian
Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including UnitedHealth (UNH), Pfizer (PFE) and Lockheed Martin (LMT).