UnitedHealthcare Expands 2027 Medicare Plans Amid Strong Earnings

UnitedHealthcare has unveiled its 2027 Medicare Advantage plans, expanding coverage to over 94% of Medicare-eligible individuals nationwide. The plans emphasize affordability, simpler access, and connected care, including $0 primary care visits, preventive care services, and Tier 1 prescription drug copays. This announcement comes as Medicare Advantage remains a key earnings driver for UnitedHealth Group, despite management's expectation of a 1.1 million member decline in enrollment.

UnitedHealth Group's second-quarter 2026 revenue surpassed forecasts, reaching USD 112.00 billion compared to the expected USD 110.76 billion. Adjusted earnings per share also exceeded predictions, coming in at USD 6.38 against a forecast of USD 4.85. The company has set its full-year 2026 adjusted earnings-per-share guidance between USD 19.50 and USD 20.00.

On October 6, 2026, UnitedHealth Group stock traded at EUR 337.00 at Lang & Schwarz, marking a slight increase of 0.03% from the previous day's close. The stock remains 17.99% below its 52-week high of USD 461.62, based on the USD 378.58 primary-exchange quote. The next earnings call is scheduled for October 13, 2026.