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UnitedHealth Group’s (UNH), shares dropped 5% on Thursday morning, after the company announced fourth-quarter earnings that fell short of analysts’ predictions.
The healthcare giant's revenue grew 7% year-over-year to $100.8 billion, below the Visible Alpha consensus. Its earnings of $5.54 billion, or $5.98 per share, also missed analysts' estimates.
Earnings per share adjusted (EPS) at $6.81 was higher than expected.
According to the company, its revenue forecast for 2025 is between $450 billion to $455 billion with a EPS range of $28.15-$28.65. It also expects a EPS adjusted to $30.50.
The company has not had a profit since December 4, when Brian Thompson, the chief executive officer of UnitedHealthcare, was killed in a shooting.
—Andrew Kessel contributed reporting to this article.
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