UNITEDHEALTH GROUP INC (NYSE: UNH) reported first quarter fiscal 2026 earnings on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. Here's our comprehensive analysis of the results and what they mean for investors.
Key Results
| Metric | Actual | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $7.23 | $6.58 | +9.88% |
| Revenue | $111.72B | $109.43B | +2.09% |
Earnings Per Share Analysis
UNITEDHEALTH GROUP INC crushed EPS expectations, reporting earnings per share of $7.23 compared to Wall Street's estimate of $6.58. This represents a 9.9% beat on the bottom line.
Revenue Analysis
On the top line, UNITEDHEALTH GROUP INC beat revenue expectations, posting revenue of $111.72B against expectations of $109.43B. The 2.1% revenue beat suggests healthy demand.
Blank Capital Rating
Based on our proprietary 6-factor quantitative model, UNH currently carries a Hold rating with a composite score of 51.2.
- Value: 66/100
- Growth: 50/100
- Momentum: 24/100
- Quality: 67/100
- Profitability: 50/100
- Volatility: 53/100
This earnings beat reinforces our positive view on UNH's quality metrics.
For the full analysis, visit our stock page for UNH.
Sector Context
UNH operates in the Financials sector. Visit our sector page for broader analysis.
This article was automatically generated based on earnings data. The analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.
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Marques Blank
Founder & Chief Investment Officer, Blank Capital
Marques brings 15 years of institutional finance and investing experience, having overseen financial planning for a $1.6B defense business unit. He developed the proprietary 6-factor quantitative model used to score UNH and 4,400+ other equities.
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