10 Best Healthcare Stocks to Buy According to Billionaires

2. UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH)

Number of Billionaire Investors: 23

Value of Billionaire Holdings: $8.1 billion

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) operates in the healthcare sector in the US and globally, with four main segments: UnitedHealthcare, Optum Health, Optum Insight, and Optum Rx. On February 24, the company’s board of directors authorized a quarterly dividend of $2.10 per share. The dividend was paid on March 18, 2025.

In 2024, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) generated over $400 billion in revenue, with adjusted earnings per share of $27.66, aligning with its earlier projections. Over the year, it focused on strengthening its future position by enhancing consumer experience, accelerating innovation, and refining its business strategy for long-term growth. Around $17 billion was invested in expansion efforts, while more than $16 billion was returned to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. As one of the best healthcare stocks, the company expects operating cash flow to reach approximately $33 billion in 2025, or 1.2 times its net income.

On March 20, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH)’s Optum Rx announced changes to its payment models to better align with pharmacy costs affected by manufacturer pricing. The updates take effect immediately, with full implementation by January 2028. This shift will benefit more than 24,000 independent community pharmacies within Optum Rx’s non-affiliated network and aims to provide consumers with more consistent and affordable pricing.