Strong Medicare Outlook Drives Wells Fargo’s Bullish Upgrade on Humana
Analyst highlights improving Medicare margins and star ratings for stronger 2028 earnings.
Analyst highlights improving Medicare margins and star ratings for stronger 2028 earnings.
Humana beat Q1 2026 expectations, revenue rose, Medicare membership grew, outlook steady but GAAP cut due to lower ratings.
CMS boosts 2027 Medicare payments 2.5%, giving insurers $13B+, keeping plans stable and seniors’ benefits solid. Stocks jump.
Humana predicts lower 2026 profits due to reduced Medicare ratings, projecting at least $9 per share against Wall Street's $11.92 estimate amid market challenges.
Morgan Stanley downgraded Humana to Underweight, citing policy risks and disappointing Medicare Advantage updates, with a new price target of $174.
Trump's CMS proposes minimal 0.09% Medicare payment increase for 2027, far below Wall Street's 4-6% expectations, while eliminating controversial billing practices.