UnitedHealth stock rises today as UNH outpaces S&P 500 in early 2026 trade
UnitedHealth shares rose 0.7% to $332.29 in early Friday trading, outpacing the S&P 500’s 0.3% gain. Investors await the company’s Jan. 27 financial results and 2026 guidance, with scrutiny on medical-cost trends and compliance after recent external audits. Humana and Cigna traded higher, while Elevance slipped.