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UnitedHealth Group Inc (UNH)

395.62

-6.11 (1.52%)

as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Aug 16, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 36 opinions in the last 12 months.

UnitedHealth Group Inc (UNH) has seen a tumultuous year, with many experts highlighting the volatility stemming from changes in leadership, regulatory pressures, and rising medical costs. Positive reviews point to regaining earnings power, especially with the return of the former CEO, who is expected to manage costs effectively and steer the company towards recovery. However, there are significant concerns about the impact of government regulations and Medicare adjustments, which could pressure margins and complicate growth prospects. The consensus reflects a blend of optimism for long-term recovery juxtaposed with caution due to ongoing industry challenges and political uncertainties. In summary, while there are indicators of potential upside, the unpredictable nature of healthcare reforms in the U.S. builds a case for cautious investment.

Consensus

Cautious

Valuation

Fair Value

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WATCH

Owned it for five years until early this year, because of the noise of "medicare for all" that won't end until a Democratic candidate is chosen. An excellent company, but not timely.

TOP PICK

They report tomorrow. UnitedHealth the largest health insurer in the U.S. It has diversified operations. They acquired of pharmacy benefits manager, Catamaran, that'll give them competitive positioning. No matter who wins the next U.S. election, U.S. healthcare will still need UNH's business. (Analysts’ price target is $291.44)

TOP PICK

Names like this take time and are very volatile. It's weathered the storm and now spending time around $2.30. It's ready to go back up with strong momentum perhaps over 5 weeks. (Analysts’ price target is $288.52)

TOP PICK

The US is talking about having Medicare for all. This company does a good job of eliminating cost for all involved. They raised the dividend over the last few years. He sees it as a good solid company. (Analysts’ price target is $287.80)

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Mar 11/19, Up 2%) Really good day trade. Not a happy place to be as a retail investor. Not something you need to own right away. Chart's gone straight up for so long, but now facing some turbulence. Now it's a hold or a watch.

TOP PICK

They are the largest Health Care provider in the US. He thinks it is going back into the $300 territory after the election. P/E is 17. (Analysts’ price target is $287.72)

DON'T BUY

Basically an insurance provider. Healthcare space in general is messy. Trump is attacking healthcare companies. Insurance costs are rising, but they can't keep going up when wages aren't increasing. So insurance is trying to move down the food chain. Plus, Amazon is getting into the business. He'd be really nervous.

TOP PICK

A managed care company. Like a large medical insurance company, but they own their own facilities and networks. A shock when it sold off. Valuation is fantastic. Once in a decade buying opportunity. Yield is 1.55%. (Analysts’ price target is $288.54)

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BUY

Trading at 17 times forward earnings. 13-14% growth rate. 1.5% dividend yield. 15 billion dollar worth of free cash flow. They are in pharmacy and benefit management service. They are have scale across different segments. Good for an uncertain time despite the politics.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Good operator. Sensible balance sheet. Like the "Home Depot" of healthcare. Difficult to buy on price. Well run. Always at a premium price, as it's a good company.

TOP PICK

Just tested the 50- and 100-week moving averages--and hasn't broken them. It's still cheap after selling off, building a base and is now moving up.

WAIT

Start a position at $240? Positives: top-shelf management with a history of returning 50% of free cash flow each year through dividends and stock buys. They're massive and have cost advantage. Cons: in consolidation now. He takes a longer view on UNH, but wouldn't buy it now. There's no rush to. UNH is also beta. Numbers solid, but UNH isn't cheap. Watch it.

BUY

On a 12 months basis it is better than 85% of the companies in the NYSE. Healthcare has come back quite nicely. This is trading well above a rising 150 day average. This is a theme you can depend on. Managed Healthcare. Continue to hold it.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

It has characteristics of a defensive nature but grows at double digit earnings each year. There are headwinds in that space. Amazon may be entering the pharmacy business. But people are living longer and will need health care longer. Buy it on dips.

COMMENT

18X foward earnings. ROE is 20% average over 5 five years. Healthcare gies you (Analysts’ price target is $301.58)

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