PRESS RELEASE

UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter 2026 Results

October 13, 2026
  • Third Quarter 2026 Revenues of $112.7 Billion; Earnings from Operations of $6.6 Billion

  • Earnings of $4.56 Per Share and Adjusted Earnings of $4.69 Per Share

  • Cash Flows from Operations Were $5.1 Billion, or 1.2x Net Income

  • Updated Full Year 2026 Earnings Outlook to At Least $19.50 Per Share; Adjusted Earnings of At Least $20.50 Per Share

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

 “Our third quarter results reflect the discipline and execution our teams are bringing to every part of our business, as we continue evolving UnitedHealth Group to deliver a simpler, more supportive experience for patients and the clinicians who care for them,” said Stephen Hemsley, chief executive officer of UnitedHealth Group.

The company now expects full year 2026 adjusted net earnings of at least $20.50 per share, incorporating experience through the third quarter 2026.  

Consolidated revenues for the third quarter 2026 were $112.7 billion and earnings from operations were $6.6 billion, with a net margin of 3.6%. Cash flows from operations were $5.1 billion, or 1.2x net income, and the debt-to-capital ratio was 41.7% as of September 30, 2026.

 

Download: UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter 2026 Results

UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter 2026 Results