UnitedHealth (UNH) Q1 2026 (USD): adj. EPS 7.23 (exp. 6.59), Revenue 111.7bln (exp. 109.44bln)

UnitedHealth's Q1 results significantly exceeded expectations, with adjusted EPS of 7.23 against an estimate of 6.59 and revenue of 111.7 billion versus 109.44 billion.

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UnitedHealth (UNH) Q1 2026 (USD): adj. EPS 7.23 (exp. 6.59), Revenue 111.7bln (exp. 109.44bln)

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  • Medical Care Ratio 83.9% (-90bps Y/Y); included a 20bps positive impact from the previously disclosed Optum Health loss contracts reserve
  • Operating cost ratio 13.8% (vs 12.4% Y/Y), reflecting investments to drive improved consumer and care provider experiences and greater operating efficiencies
  • Served 49.1mln consumers, expanded operating margins by 40bps to 6.6% (vs 6.2% Y/Y)
  • Optum supported more than 122mln consumers, driving revenues of USD 63.7bln and earnings of USD 3.3bln

GUIDANCE:

  • FY EPS view above 18.25 (exp. 17.86; prev. saw above 17.75)
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The positive momentum is underscored by improved operating margins and a strong outlook for the full year, suggesting a robust demand in its healthcare services that could further influence investor sentiment in the broader healthcare sector.

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