UnitedHealth raises its profit forecast after reporting $5.48 billion in Q2 profit, helped by lower medical costs, stronger Optum growth and AI investments.

UNH to release Q2 earnings on July 16, with expectations of $4.85/share and $110.82B revenue. Analysts raise price targets, dividend at 2.18%.

UnitedHealth Group reported second quarter net income of $5.48 billion as medical costs dropped, triggering an improved financial outlook for the rest of the year.