UnitedHealth: Cheap, But Is It Worth It?

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Summary

  • UnitedHealth Group operates through UnitedHealthcare (insurance) and Optum (health services, tech, pharmacy), making it a global healthcare leader.
  • Shares have plummeted over 40% in 2025, reflecting negative sentiment and recent underperformance.
  • Q1 earnings were mixed: some growth areas, but also notable shortfalls and missed targets.
  • Upcoming earnings are expected to show a 22.79% EPS drop YoY, but a 13.44% revenue increase, highlighting margin pressures.

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Introduction

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) is a large, multinational health care and well-being company with two primary divisions: UnitedHealthcare and Optum. UnitedHealthcare focuses on health insurance plans, while Optum manages various health services, including medical research, pharmacy care, and technology development in healthcare. UNH is one

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