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UnitedHealth blows past estimates, hikes earnings outlook as it reins in costs

CNBC Business July 16, 2026 · 10:07 am Read Original
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UnitedHealth blows past estimates, hikes earnings outlook as it reins in costs

The healthcare giant is working to stabilize margins by shrinking membership, exiting unprofitable contracts and pouring $1.5 billion into AI.

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Source CNBC Business
Published Jul 16, 2026 · 10:07 am
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