https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/unitedhealth-group-raises-profit-forecast-on-third-quarter-earnings-beatContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/unitedhealth-group-raises-profit-forecast-on-third-quarter-earnings-beathttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/unitedhealth-group-raises-profit-forecast-on-third-quarter-earnings-beat#u125390Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:21:31 +0000UnitedHealth Group increased its full-year 2026 profit outlook and beat third-quarter earnings estimates by reporting adjusted earnings of $4.69 per share. The health insurance giant lifted its adjusted annual profit forecast to at least $20.50 per share. Company shares advanced following the announcement. The positive financial results stemmed from the insurer tightening spending on medical costs and managing high medical expenses within its health insurance business. Additionally, the medical care ratio dropped to 88.4 percent, coming in below expectations.Why it mattersThe healthcare sector