UnitedHealth Group stock has rallied about 27% in 2026, recovering from a 35% drop last year, as the company's first-quarter results beat expectations and it raised full-year guidance. Its medical care ratio improved to 83.9% from 84.8% a year earlier, signaling better control of medical costs relative to premiums. CEO Stephen Hemsley expressed optimism that the company is simplifying and modernizing processes to make healthcare work more effectively. The stock trades at 32 times earnings, near its 52-week high but still well below the over $600 level reached in 2024, and offers a 2.2% dividend yield. Second-quarter results are due on July 16.
UnitedHealth Group IncorporatedFirst-quarter results beat expectations and full-year guidance raised
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