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UNH P/E Ratio Analysis

31.7x

Higher than 100% of HEALTHCARE sector peers

Updated 81h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio of 31.7x means investors pay $31.70 for every $1.00 of annual earnings per share.

Sector Performance

100th percentile

UNH

31.7x

Sector Median

30.9x

Sector Avg

30.9x

Prior Period

31.3x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio of 31.7x means investors pay $31.70 for every $1.00 of annual earnings per share.

This is slightly above the healthcare sector median of 30.9x, and at the 100th percentile, meaning it is higher than all comparable sector peers. The year-over-year change is N/A, and the quarter-over-quarter change is +1.2% (from 31.3x to 31.7x), while an eight-quarter trend is not available. Because the level is near the sector median but at the extreme percentile, the valuation is not unusually stretched overall, yet it is on the higher end among peers. The modest quarterly increase shows slight upward pressure on valuation, but without longer-term trend data, the direction is uncertain. This combination of a near-median multiple and limited trend information implies moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about UNH?

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.

How is the P/E Ratio calculated?

P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.

How does UNH's P/E Ratio compare to its sector?

UNH's P/E Ratio of 31.7x compares to a HEALTHCARE sector median of 30.9x, placing it in the 100th percentile.

Who are UNH's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest HEALTHCARE peers by P/E Ratio include: JNJ (30.2x).

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The Formula

Price / EPS

Why It Matters

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.