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2. UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH)

5-year Beta (Monthly): 0.59

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 112

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) is a large, diversified healthcare company offering a wide range of services and products across multiple segments. The company operates primarily through two key divisions: UnitedHealthcare and Optum. UnitedHealthcare provides health insurance and benefits to millions of individuals in the United States, while also extending services to over 2 million people in South America.

Optum, on the other hand, delivers healthcare services and pharmacy solutions to more than 100 million people and supports hospitals and healthcare providers with advanced technology services. The company has grown significantly over the years through various ways, including organic growth. By the end of 2024, the company is expected to have expanded its consumer base by more than 2 million people, primarily through its commercial offerings.

Additionally, Optum Rx will fulfill over 1.6 billion prescriptions, and UnitedHealth will be caring for 4.7 million people in value-based care arrangements. UnitedHealthcare, in particular, is projected to have more than 50 million medical care plan customers, including approximately 7.8 million people enrolled in its Medicare Advantage plans.

Looking ahead to 2025, UnitedHealth’s (NYSE:UNH) outlook remains optimistic. The company anticipates revenue between $450 billion and $455 billion and adjusted net earnings are expected to fall between $29.50 and $30.00 per share. Cash flows from operations are forecasted to be between $32 billion and $33 billion. For 2024, the company’s adjusted net earnings are expected to be between $27.50 and $27.75 per share.