UNH Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis
Higher than 0% of HEALTHCARE sector peers
Updated 81h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A 14.2% Return on Equity (ROE) means that for every $1 of shareholder equity, UnitedHealth generated $0.142 in profit over the period.
Sector Performance
0th percentileUNH
14.2%
Sector Median
19.9%
Sector Avg
19.9%
Prior Period
12.2%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
A 14.2% Return on Equity (ROE) means that for every $1 of shareholder equity, UnitedHealth generated $0.142 in profit over the period.
This is below the healthcare sector median of 19.9%, placing UNH at the 0th percentile among its sector peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +16.4%, moving from 12.2% to 14.2% on a most-recent-first basis. Since the longer trend is unavailable, the only signal is this single quarter’s improvement, which offsets part of the below-median level but does not establish a sustained trajectory. The combination of a low ROE with one positive quarterly move suggests moderate risk: the company is underperforming its sector, though recent momentum could reduce that gap if it continues. This metric does not support a bullish case and actually contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, since profitability is below most peers, even with the quarterly gain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about UNH?
ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.
How is the Return on Equity (ROE) calculated?
Return on Equity (ROE) is calculated as: Net Income / Shareholders' Equity.
How does UNH's Return on Equity (ROE) compare to its sector?
UNH's Return on Equity (ROE) of 14.2% compares to a HEALTHCARE sector median of 19.9%, placing it in the 0th percentile.
Who are UNH's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?
The closest HEALTHCARE peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: JNJ (25.7%).
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The Formula
Net Income / Shareholders' Equity
Why It Matters
ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.
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UNH
14.2%
Sector Median
19.9%
Sector Avg
19.9%
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