Quarterly ResultOct 13, 2026, 06:16 AM
UnitedHealth Group Q3 Earnings Rise to $6.6B; Full-Year Outlook Raised
AI Summary
UnitedHealth Group announced its third quarter 2026 results, reporting revenues of $112.7 billion and earnings from operations of $6.6 billion. The company raised its full-year 2026 earnings outlook to at least $20.50 per share. Key financial metrics showed improved earnings from operations and a lower medical cost ratio compared to the prior year. Additionally, UnitedHealth Group committed $1 billion to the United Health Foundation to support initiatives in rural health, maternal and children's health, and behavioral health.
Key Highlights
- UnitedHealth Group reported Q3 2026 revenues of $112.7 billion, a slight decrease from $113.2 billion in Q3 2025.
- Q3 2026 earnings from operations increased to $6.6 billion from $4.3 billion in Q3 2025.
- Diluted earnings per share were $4.56, and adjusted earnings per share were $4.69 for Q3 2026.
- Full year 2026 adjusted earnings outlook raised to at least $20.50 per share.
- Cash flows from operations were $5.1 billion in Q3 2026.
- Medical cost ratio was 88.4% in Q3 2026, down from 89.9% in Q3 2025.
- Operating cost ratio was 12.8% in Q3 2026, down from 13.5% in Q3 2025.
- Company committed $1 billion to the United Health Foundation for various health initiatives.
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