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People tend to spend on healthcare and food regardless of what is happening with the economy. UnitedHealth Group has dealt with some short-term headwinds recently, but the long-term picture still looks positive.

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OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #insurance--AM Best has assigned Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings (Long-Term IRs) of “a” (Excellent) to UnitedHealth Group Incorporated's (UnitedHealth Group) (Minnetonka, MN) [NYSE: UNH] recently issued senior unsecured notes. (See detailed list below.) The outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable. The proceeds from UnitedHealth Group's recent $12 billion debt issuance are expected to be used for general corporate purposes, including repayment of outstandi.

UnitedHealth (UNH) is navigating its challenges effectively, maintaining a positive outlook for the future while demonstrating a strong commitment to its clients and shareholders.

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Things are getting extremely volatile in the market. After big tech earnings disappointed, the Nasdaq index plunged more than 600 points (3.5%) in a single trading session as the rotation out of technology securities gathers steam.

Rising premiums, technological advancements and increased demand for Medicare plans are expected to drive the performances of the Zacks Medical-HMO industry players. UNH, CI and CNC are poised to benefit from encouraging industry prospects.

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to UnitedHealth (UNH). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

UnitedHealth faces multiple headwinds, but remains highly profitable and has plenty of opportunities. Amex has expanded significantly in recent years and looks like a steal of a deal compared to rivals.

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