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Rajshree Sipani

Can UNH's Focus on Special Needs Plans Strengthen Medicare Growth?

UnitedHealth's focus on special needs plans, expanded Medicare coverage and improved margins could drive targeted growth in 2027 despite cost challenges.

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Humana's CenterWell Expansion Gets a Boost From BlackRock's Capital

HUM's CenterWell venture with BlackRock brings $2.8 billion in capital, easing balance sheet liabilities and supporting clinic expansion.

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UNH Tops Q3 Earnings on Lower Medical Costs, Raises '26 Outlook

UnitedHealth tops Q3 earnings estimates as lower medical costs and improved margins boost EPS 60.6%, prompting management to raise its 2026 earnings outlook.

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Aon Expands Ukraine War Risk Insurance Facility With EBRD Support

AON expands its Ukraine war risk insurance facility with EBRD support, raising guarantee capacity and broadening coverage for critical assets.

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Centene vs. Molina: Which Managed Care Stock Has More Upside?

CNC's diversified business, improving margins and lower valuation give it an edge over MOH, with stronger earnings prospects and greater upside potential.

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UnitedHealth vs. Humana: Which Healthcare Giant Has the Edge?

UNH's diversified healthcare platform, improving Medicare Advantage profitability and lower valuation give it an edge over HUM.

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Teladoc Strengthens Solo Platform With New AI-Powered Care Tools

TDOC expands Solo with AI tools that streamline virtual assessments and clinical documentation, targeting simpler workflows for hospitals.

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Encompass Health Expands Rehab Footprint With New Maine Hospital

EHC opens a 50-bed Maine rehab hospital, expanding its footprint as strong discharge growth and planned openings support capacity expansion.

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Aflac Strengthens Benefits Tech With bswift's AI-Powered Tools

AFL is advancing workplace benefits with bswift's AI-powered tools, simplifying plan configuration and potentially improving access to its voluntary products.

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