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Quarterly ResultMay 5, 2026, 04:43 PM

UnitedHealth Q1 Revenue $111.72B; Diluted EPS $6.90

AI Summary

UnitedHealth Group reported Q1 2026 total revenues of $111.72 billion, an increase from the prior year, with diluted earnings per share rising to $6.90. Operating cash flows saw a substantial increase to $8.91 billion. The company also recognized a net gain of $230 million from portfolio divestitures and entered into forward contracts for up to $2.0 billion in common stock repurchases, while facing ongoing legal and tax challenges.

Key Highlights

  • Total revenues for Q1 2026 were $111.72 billion, up from $109.58 billion in Q1 2025.
  • Net earnings attributable to common shareholders were $6.28 billion in Q1 2026.
  • Diluted earnings per share for Q1 2026 increased to $6.90 from $6.85 in Q1 2025.
  • Cash flows from operating activities significantly increased to $8.91 billion in Q1 2026.
  • UnitedHealthcare reported $86.27 billion in total revenues for Q1 2026.
  • Optum segments generated $63.75 billion in total revenues for Q1 2026.
  • The company recorded a net gain of $230 million in Q1 2026 from portfolio divestitures.
  • Entered into forward contracts to repurchase up to $2.0 billion of common stock.