UnitedHealth Stock Plunge and Ownership Breakdown Amid Sector Challenges
UnitedHealth Group (UNH) shares have tumbled more than 38% year-to-date, battered by soaring medical costs in its Medicare Advantage segment and a looming Department of Justice probe. Despite the headwinds, the company posted stronger-than-expected Q3 earnings and lifted its full-year guidance, maintaining Wall Street’s long-term optimism.
Berkshire Hathaway’s recent $1.6 billion stake acquisition—spearheaded by Warren Buffett—signals institutional confidence. Ownership data reveals public companies and retail investors control nearly half of UNH, with Vanguard emerging as the largest single holder at 8.5%.