Group 1: Earnings Performance - Cigna reported quarterly earnings of $6.74 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $6.39 per share, and showing an increase from $6.47 per share a year ago, representing an earnings surprise of 5.48% [1] - The company posted revenues of $65.45 billion for the quarter ended March 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 7.66%, compared to year-ago revenues of $57.25 billion [2] - Over the last four quarters, Cigna has surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times and topped consensus revenue estimates four times [2] Group 2: Stock Performance and Outlook - Cigna shares have increased approximately 21.4% since the beginning of the year, contrasting with the S&P 500's decline of -4.7% [3] - The company's earnings outlook is crucial for investors, as it includes current consensus earnings expectations for upcoming quarters and any recent changes to these expectations [4] - The current consensus EPS estimate for the coming quarter is $7.17 on revenues of $61.56 billion, and for the current fiscal year, it is $29.61 on revenues of $252.36 billion [7] Group 3: Industry Context - The Medical - HMOs industry, to which Cigna belongs, is currently ranked in the top 17% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a favorable outlook [8] - Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions, which can impact Cigna's stock performance [5] - The Zacks Rank for Cigna is currently 3 (Hold), suggesting that the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future [6]

Exhibit 99.1 BLOOMFIELD, CT, May 2, 2025 – Global health company The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI) today reported strong first quarter 2025 results, reflecting growth and focused execution across its diversified portfolio of businesses. "We are building a more sustainable health care model by successfully delivering on our series of commitments and actions to improve transparency and support for our customers and patients," said David M. Cordani, chairman and CEO of The Cigna Group. "Our strong first quarter resul ...

Core Insights - The Cigna Group reported strong first quarter 2025 results, with significant growth across its diversified business portfolio, leading to an increased outlook for full-year earnings [1][2][20] Financial Performance - Shareholders' net income for Q1 2025 was $1.3 billion, or $4.85 per share, compared to a net loss of $0.3 billion, or $0.97 per share, in Q1 2024 [2][7] - Adjusted income from operations for Q1 2025 was $1.8 billion, or $6.74 per share, slightly down from $1.9 billion, or $6.47 per share, in Q1 2024 [3][7] - Total revenues for Q1 2025 increased by 14% to $65.5 billion compared to Q1 2024, driven by growth in existing client relationships and specialty pharmacy services [4][7] Customer Relationships - Total customer relationships as of March 31, 2025, were 182.2 million, reflecting a 1% increase excluding the impact of the HCSC transaction [15] - Total pharmacy customers increased by 3% to 122.3 million, while total medical customers decreased by 6% to 18.0 million, primarily due to the HCSC transaction [15][6] Segment Performance - Evernorth Health Services reported adjusted revenues of $53.7 billion for Q1 2025, with a 16% increase in adjusted income from operations, pre-tax [16] - Cigna Healthcare's adjusted income from operations, pre-tax, was $1.3 billion for Q1 2025, reflecting a slight decrease from the previous year [37] Outlook - The Cigna Group's outlook for full-year 2025 adjusted income from operations is projected to be at least $29.60 per share, an increase of $0.10 from prior projections [20][21]

Group 1 - Cigna Group is set to release its Q1 earnings results on May 2, with expected earnings of $6.35 per share, a decrease from $6.47 per share in the same period last year [1] - The company anticipates quarterly revenue of $60.38 billion, up from $57.25 billion a year earlier [1] - Cigna's board declared a cash dividend of $1.51 per share of its common stock on April 23 [1] Group 2 - Cigna shares experienced a decline of 1.4%, closing at $335.18 [2] - Analysts have provided various ratings and price target adjustments for Cigna, with Truist Securities maintaining a Buy rating and raising the price target from $375 to $385 [7] - UBS maintained a Buy rating but reduced the price target from $410 to $390, while Oppenheimer cut its price target from $400 to $375, both maintaining their respective ratings [7] - Raymond James reiterated a Strong Buy rating but lowered the price target from $415 to $360, and Morgan Stanley maintained an Overweight rating with a price target reduction from $403 to $379 [7]

Global health insurance company The Cigna Group (CI) is set to report first-quarter 2025 results on May 2, 2025, before the opening bell. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the to-be-reported quarter’s earnings is currently pegged at $6.39 per share on revenues of $60.8 billion. (See the Zacks Earnings Calendar to stay ahead of market-making news.)The first-quarter earnings estimate declined by 2 cents over the past 60 days. The bottom-line projection indicates a year-over-year decline of 1.2%. However, the Z ...

Core Viewpoint - Analysts forecast that Cigna (CI) will report quarterly earnings of $6.39 per share, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 1.2%, with revenues expected to reach $60.8 billion, an increase of 6.2% compared to the previous year [1] Earnings Estimates - Over the past 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate has been adjusted upward by 0.5%, indicating a reassessment of initial projections by covering analysts [2] - Changes in earnings estimates are crucial for predicting investor reactions, as empirical studies show a strong relationship between earnings estimate revisions and short-term stock price performance [3] Revenue Forecasts - Analysts estimate 'Revenues- Net investment income' at $255.45 million, down 11.9% year-over-year [5] - 'Revenues- Premiums' are projected to be $10.60 billion, reflecting an 8.6% decline from the prior year [5] - 'Revenues- Evernorth Health Services' are expected to reach $50.54 billion, showing a 9.3% increase year-over-year [5] - 'Revenues- Pharmacy' are forecasted at $45.58 billion, indicating an 8.4% increase from the previous year [6] - 'Revenues- Cigna Healthcare' are expected to be $12.16 billion, down 8.5% year-over-year [6] - 'Revenues- Fees and Other' are projected to reach $3.84 billion, reflecting a 15.6% increase year-over-year [6] - 'Revenues- Evernorth Health Services- Pharmacy' are estimated at $47.34 billion, indicating a 9.7% increase year-over-year [7] Medical Care and Customer Metrics - The 'Medical Care Ratio - Cigna Healthcare' is expected to be 82.4%, up from 79.9% in the same quarter last year [7] - 'Medical Customers - Total' is estimated at 18.33 million, down from 19.18 million in the previous year [8] - 'Medical Customers - International Health administrative services' are projected at 441.84 thousand, compared to 433 thousand last year [8] - 'Covered Lives By Funding Type - Medical Customers - International Health insured' is expected to be 1.23 million, up from 1.19 million year-over-year [9] - The estimate for 'Medical Customers - U.S. Healthcare administrative services' stands at 13.67 million, slightly up from 13.62 million last year [9] Stock Performance - Over the past month, Cigna shares have returned +1.8%, while the Zacks S&P 500 composite has returned -0.8% [9]

Wall Street expects a year-over-year decline in earnings on higher revenues when Cigna (CI) reports results for the quarter ended March 2025. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on May 2. On the other ha ...

Core Viewpoint - The Cigna Group Foundation is committing $1 million over the next two years to support youth mental health initiatives through Boys & Girls Clubs of America [1][2][6] Group 1: Funding and Initiatives - The funding will be used to train staff at local Clubs to identify signs of youth in distress and implement trauma-informed practices [2][5] - The Cigna Group Foundation previously provided a $250,000 grant to support youth mental health programming and the development of a teen mental health guide [3][6] - The Cigna Group's overall initiative aims to invest more than $27 million in grants to nonprofit organizations by 2026, focusing on youth mental health, veteran mental health, and health equity [6] Group 2: Community Engagement - The partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America has enabled over 1,250 employees of The Cigna Group to engage in local activities [3] - A recent event, the "Bright Futures Carnival," was organized in collaboration with basketball legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson to support children affected by wildfires [4] Group 3: Organizational Background - The Cigna Group is a global health company with over 186 million customer relationships and operations in more than 30 countries [7] - Boys & Girls Clubs of America has been providing safe spaces for youth for over 160 years, serving more than 3 million young people through its programs [10]

Core Points - The Cigna Group and its partners organized a carnival to support families affected by recent fires in Pasadena, California, providing relief and joy to children and their families [2][3] - The Cigna Group has made significant financial contributions to support local wildfire relief efforts, including a total of $250,000 since 2024 to Boys & Girls Clubs of America for youth mental health programming [3] Group 1: Community Support - The carnival aimed to provide a day of fun and support for local children facing mental health challenges due to the fires [2] - Volunteers from The Cigna Group participated in hosting the carnival, highlighting the company's commitment to community engagement [2][6] Group 2: Financial Contributions - The Cigna Group Foundation donated $150,000 in January for wildfire relief and an additional $25,000 this week to the Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena [3] - The Cigna Group Foundation focuses on addressing health challenges and providing humanitarian aid during critical times [5] Group 3: Event Highlights - The carnival featured outdoor games, food from local trucks, and various carnival stations for children [6] - Each family received gift cards, sports items, and mental health packs, emphasizing the support provided to the community [6]

Core Viewpoint - Cigna (NYSE: CI) is highlighted as a strong investment opportunity due to its consistent growth, favorable stock valuation, and shareholder policies, leading to a "strong buy" rating [1]. Group 1: Company Characteristics - The company demonstrates growth in revenue, earnings, and free cash flow, which are essential criteria for investment [1]. - Cigna possesses excellent growth prospects, making it an attractive option for investors [1]. - The stock is characterized by favorable valuations, appealing to investors looking for value [1]. Group 2: Investment Preferences - Preference is given to companies with steadily growing revenues and high free cash flow margins, indicating financial health [1]. - Dividend stocks and those with generous share repurchase programs are favored, reflecting a commitment to returning value to shareholders [1].