European Investor
21 Apr 2026, 18:51
UnitedHealth Group reported first-quarter 2026 results showing modest revenue growth and solid profitability, with total revenues rising 2% year-on-year to $111.7 billion.
Earnings reached $6.90 per share, with adjusted earnings of $7.23 per share, supported by operational improvements implemented in recent quarters. Operating earnings totaled $9.0 billion, while the net margin slightly declined to 5.6% from 5.7% a year earlier.
The company generated strong cash flow from operations of $8.9 billion and maintained a debt-to-capital ratio of 42.9%.
Reflecting confidence in its performance, UnitedHealth raised its full-year 2026 outlook, now expecting adjusted earnings of more than $18.25 per share.
Earnings reached $6.90 per share, with adjusted earnings of $7.23 per share, supported by operational improvements implemented in recent quarters. Operating earnings totaled $9.0 billion, while the net margin slightly declined to 5.6% from 5.7% a year earlier.
The company generated strong cash flow from operations of $8.9 billion and maintained a debt-to-capital ratio of 42.9%.
Reflecting confidence in its performance, UnitedHealth raised its full-year 2026 outlook, now expecting adjusted earnings of more than $18.25 per share.
