PRESS RELEASE

UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results

July 16, 2026
  • Second Quarter 2026 Revenues of $112.0 Billion; Earnings from Operations of $8.0 Billion 

  • Earnings of $6.04 Per Share and Adjusted Earnings of $6.38 Per Share

  • Updated Full Year 2026 Earnings Outlook Range to $18.45 to $18.95 Per Share; Adjusted Earnings Range of $19.50 to $20.00 Per Share

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) today reported second quarter 2026 results and raised guidance for full year 2026.

“Our results and outlook reflect the continuing progress in our work to simplify how we operate, improve both affordability and the healthcare experience for patients and care providers, and apply modern technology to create real improvement for people,” said Stephen Hemsley, chief executive officer of UnitedHealth Group.

The company now expects full year 2026 adjusted net earnings between $19.50 to $20.00 per share resulting from performance year-to-date and an improved outlook for the remainder of the year. A table outlining the company’s updated outlook is below, with additional detail on page 7 of this release.

Consolidated revenues for the second quarter 2026 were $112.0 billion and earnings from operations were $8.0 billion, with a net margin of 4.9%. Cash flows from operations were $11.1 billion, or 1.9x net income, and the debt-to-capital ratio was 41.2% as of June 30, 2026.

 

Download: UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results

UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results