Humana Guides 2026 EPS at $9, Shares Plunge 6.5%

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Humana forecasts 2026 adjusted EPS of $9. Shares tumble 6.5% after the EPS guidance announcement.

1. EPS Guidance

On February 12, Humana set its full-year 2026 adjusted earnings per share target at $9, signaling a more conservative outlook for its Medicare Advantage and other health services business.

2. Stock Reaction

Shares declined 6.5% on the day of the announcement as investors reacted to the lower-than-expected EPS guidance and reassessed the company’s growth and margin prospects for next year.

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