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UnitedHealth Group 2024 Profits Hit $14 Billion Despite Cyberattack

Last updated: January 16, 2025 5:08 am
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UnitedHealth Group announced impressive financial results for the year 2024, reporting a total profit of $14.4 billion, with $5.5 billion generated in the fourth quarter alone. Despite facing challenges such as a significant cyberattack and rising medical expenses, the company managed to maintain its profitability.

The company experienced a slight decrease in annual net income compared to the previous year, primarily due to the costly cyberattack on its Change Healthcare business. Additionally, higher medical costs in its health insurance plans, particularly for Medicare Advantage patients, contributed to the decline in net income.

UnitedHealth Group’s revenue for 2024 saw an 8% increase, reaching $400.3 billion, driven by its comprehensive healthcare services offered under the Optum and UnitedHealthcare divisions. The fourth quarter also showed strong performance, with a net income of $5.5 billion and revenue of $100 billion.

The financial report came in the wake of a tragic incident where UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot dead in New York City on the same day as the company’s annual investors meeting. Despite this setback, the company reaffirmed its performance outlook for 2025, with projected revenues of $450 billion to $455 billion and net earnings per share ranging from $28.15 to $28.65.

In addition to the cyberattack on its business, UnitedHealth also faced challenges related to rising medical costs, reflected in the increase of the medical care ratio from 83.2% in 2023 to 85.5% in 2024. The company, along with other health insurers, struggled with higher expenses as people sought more medical care amid the ongoing pandemic.

UnitedHealth’s financial performance over the years has shown a steady growth trajectory, with 2024 marking the lowest annual income in five years. Despite this, the company remains a key player in the healthcare industry, serving over 50 million customers through its UnitedHealthcare division.

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Optum, the company’s healthcare provider and pharmacy benefit management unit, also saw significant revenue growth in 2024, contributing to the overall success of UnitedHealth Group. CEO Andrew Witty emphasized the company’s commitment to providing high-quality and affordable healthcare while navigating the complexities of the healthcare system.

In conclusion, UnitedHealth Group’s financial results for 2024 reflect its resilience in the face of challenges and its continued focus on expanding its healthcare services to meet the needs of a growing customer base.

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