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2. UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH)

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Shares of UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) inched up one percent in pre-market trading Friday after beating financial expectations for the third quarter and lifting its outlook for the full year.

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) earned $5.79 per share on an adjusted basis, topping estimates of $5.42 per share. Revenue for the quarter advanced 12 percent versus last year to $80.9 billion, surpassing expectations of $80.5 billion.

Looking forward, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) also raised its full-year adjusted earnings outlook to a range of $21.85 – $22.05 per share, from its previous guidance between $21.40 – $21.90 per share.