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HealthcareMedical - Healthcare PlansScore data as of Sep 1, 2026

UNH

Catalysts
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated
Healthcare· Medical - Healthcare Plans
AIQ Score
NeutralAIQ Edge 5/10
Low Priority
In Line With Peers
Score data as of Sep 1, 2026
Last price
$396.30
+$6.89 (+1.77%)
Latest market quote
Momentum43
Value53
Quality44
Risk Resilience60
Sentiment
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Stock Catalyst Board

Earnings timing, analyst expectations, news pressure, growth drivers, events, and AIQ Catalyst context.

Next earnings
Oct 27, 2026

Upcoming reporting date available for this company.

AIQ Catalyst
AIQ 49/100

Momentum 43/100 and sentiment before the next covered event.

Recent coverage
5 articles

Updated Sep 2, 2026 · Sentiment 59.85%

Earnings History And Surprises

See whether reported EPS and revenue have consistently exceeded or missed analyst expectations.

Earnings Expectations And Results

Compare what analysts expected with what the company reported across recent quarters.

Momentum 43/100AIQ Edge 5/10 In Line With Peers
Beat rate
75%
6 of 8 reported periods
Average surprise
+4.9%
Across covered historical reports
Latest result
+29.1%
Jul 16, 2026
EPS estimate versus actual
Actual bars are colored by beat, inline result, or miss.
Earnings history
Report dateFiscal periodEPS estimateEPS actualEPS surpriseRevenue estimateRevenue actual
Jul 16, 2026$4.94$6.38+29.1%$110.81B$112.03B
Apr 21, 2026$6.46$7.23+11.9%$109.43B$112.03B
Jan 27, 2026$2.10$2.11+0.5%$113.77B$113.22B
Oct 28, 2025$2.80$2.92+4.3%$113.03B$113.16B
Jul 29, 2025$4.45$4.08-8.3%$111.52B$111.62B
Apr 17, 2025$7.29$7.20-1.2%$111.58B$109.58B
Jan 16, 2025$6.74$6.81+1.0%$101.6B$100.81B
Oct 15, 2024$7.00$7.15+2.1%$99.14B$99.18B

Analyst Forecast And Price Targets

Wall Street consensus, rating distribution, and the current 12-month target range.

Analyst ratings
Buy
23
Buy
5
Hold
12-month analyst target
$468.79
+18.29% versus current price
Based on 18 analyst observations. Targets are estimates, not predictions.
Low target
$373.00
-5.88% vs latest price
Average target
$468.79
+18.29% vs latest price
High target
$529.00
+33.48% vs latest price

Event Read

Catalysts should explain what can change the setup, when it might happen, and which AIQ component would move first.

Current event setup

Event dateOct 27, 2026

Next known earnings or reporting date.

EPS estimate$4.09

Current analyst expectation for the upcoming report.

Revenue estimate$111.31B

Current analyst expectation for the upcoming report.

Sentiment score

News pressure around the setup.

Momentum score43

Where event reaction would show up first.

AIQ score49/100

Composite decision read before event confirmation.

Analyst context

Consensus
Buy
Analysts
18
Average target
$468.79
Target upside
18.29%
Target range
$373.00 - $529.00
90-day revisions
8

News And Sentiment

Recent company coverage, scored where source sentiment is available.

Positive
5
Neutral
0
Negative
0
finance.yahoo.com · Aug 30, 2026

How Is UnitedHealth Group's Stock Performance Compared to Other Healthcare Plan Stocks?

As UnitedHealth Group has outperformed relative to its industry peers over the past year, Wall Street analysts remain bullish about the stock’s prospects.

finance.yahoo.com · Aug 27, 2026

Is UnitedHealth (UNH) the Healthcare Stock to Watch Right Now?

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) recently announced a major expansion of its child and family behavioral coaching program, extending access to 13 million commercial members. First launched in 2023, the program targets low-severity needs like mild anxiety, ADHD, and sleep issues through virtual sessions and 24/7 support. The move adds 5 million individuals at no cost […]

insidermonkey.com · Aug 19, 2026

UnitedHealth Group (UNH) vs. Eli Lilly and Company (LLY): Which Healthcare Stock Offers the Better Dividend?

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) and Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE:LLY) both have respectable dividend records, but the two companies are at different stages of their dividend journeys.

finance.yahoo.com · Aug 11, 2026

UnitedHealth Group Stock Outlook: Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish?

UnitedHealth Group has outpaced the broader market over the past year, and analysts remain highly bullish about the stock’s prospects.

finance.yahoo.com · Aug 5, 2026

Could UnitedHealth Group (UNH) See Substantial Upside as Medicare Profits Recover?

Baron Capital, an investment management company, released its Q2 2026 investor letter for the “Baron Health Care Fund”. A copy of the letter is available to download here. The Fund gained 11.99% during the quarter, compared with the 10.48% gain for the Russell 3000 Health Care Index and the 15.44% gain for the Russell 3000 Index. Since inception, […]

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UNH Catalysts FAQ

What are the next catalysts for UNH stock?

UNH's next stock catalysts can include earnings, guidance, analyst ratings, price-target changes, estimate revisions, product updates, regulatory events, contracts, or sector developments. Use this page to connect those events with AIQ and market context.

What upcoming events could move UNH stock?

Upcoming events that could move UNH include earnings reports, management commentary, estimate changes, major news, and market-wide sector catalysts.

How could UNH's next earnings report affect the stock?

UNH's next earnings report could affect the stock by changing revenue expectations, EPS estimates, guidance, analyst ratings, price targets, estimate revisions, and momentum.

What could drive UNH stock higher?

UNH could move higher if earnings, guidance, demand trends, analyst expectations, or AIQ momentum improve relative to what the market already expects.

What events could hurt UNH stock?

UNH could be hurt by weaker guidance, negative estimate revisions, margin pressure, adverse news, regulatory issues, or a sector-wide risk-off move.