Humana introduces Agent Assist to help member advocates deliver faster, more personalized support, enabled by an expanded partnership with Google Cloud "Our collaboration with Humana is a blueprint for the future of healthcare—where technology doesn't replace the human element, but radically enhances it," said Chris Sakalosky, vice president, Strategic Industries, Google Cloud. "By integrating Gemini Enterprise for CX, we're giving Humana's advocates an agent that handles the complexity of benefits in the b ...

With youth mental health challenges at an all-time high, The Cigna Group Foundation's multiyear grant program addresses a critical need for community-based solutions to support kids and teens BLOOMFIELD, Conn., Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cigna Group Foundation, the philanthropic arm of The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI), has opened its 2026 Improving Youth Mental Health grant program. Nonprofit organizations are invited to apply now through March 12 at 5:00 pm ET. With youth mental health challenges rising na ...

Shining A Light On ‘Ghost’ BillionsThe U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), on Jan. 29, issued a landmark proposed regulation demanding “radical transparency” from Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), the powerful middlemen owned by health giants like CVS (Caremark), UnitedHealth (OptumRx), and Cigna (Express Scripts).The proposed rule would require PBMs to fully disclose their compensation to self-insured group health plans, which cover approximately 90 million Americans. Specifically, the regulation targets:Sprea ...

Medicare doesn’t cover vision care, and that can get pricey. A routine eye exam costs about $136 on average without insurance, according to Vision Center (6). But at least you can save by going to a retail chain: Walmart Vision Centers start at $75, and Sam’s Club exams can go as low as $45.Read More: Approaching retirement with no savings? Don’t panic, you're not alone. Here are 6 easy ways you can catch up (and fast)Of course, if you require a more involved procedure, the costs are enough to make your tee ...

Welcome to Market Catalyst. I'm Julie Hyman. We are 30 minutes into the US trading day.So, let's get to the three market catalyst we're watching this hour. First up, succession in focused at Disney. We'll bring you everything you need to know about Bob Iger's potential successor.Plus, the selloff in metals eases a bit today. and we'll have more on what's driving volatility in that asset class. And as the first day of February trading kicks off, we'll look at how stocks typically perform during this month.Le ...

Core Viewpoint - Humana Inc. has been downgraded by Morgan Stanley to "Underweight" from "Equal Weight," despite showing interest from various investors [1][5]. Group 1: Company Overview - Humana Inc. is a significant player in the health insurance sector, competing with major insurers such as UnitedHealth Group and Anthem [1]. - The company's current stock price is $195.20, reflecting a slight decrease of 0.75% or $1.47 [3][5]. Group 2: Investor Activity - Tejara Capital Ltd acquired 7,200 shares of Humana, valued at approximately $1.87 million, indicating confidence in the company despite the downgrade [2]. - Other hedge funds, including Elevation Point Wealth Partners LLC and Mather Group LLC, have initiated new positions in Humana, valued at around $32,000 and $34,000, respectively [2]. - Private Wealth Management Group LLC increased its holdings in Humana by 47.5% during the third quarter, now owning 149 shares valued at $39,000 [3]. Group 3: Stock Performance - Humana's stock has experienced fluctuations, with a daily low of $192.40 and a high of $197.34 [4]. - Over the past year, the stock has seen a high of $315.35 and a low of $191.39 [4]. - The company's market capitalization is approximately $23.48 billion, with a trading volume of 3,220,371 shares on the NYSE [4].

U.S. stock futures are pointing lower this Monday, February 2nd, 2026, as investors grapple with a confluence of factors including weaker global manufacturing data, rising borrowing costs, and renewed concerns surrounding the artificial intelligence (AI) sector. The premarket session indicates a cautious start to the trading week, with major indexes poised to open in negative territory.Premarket Trading and Futures MovementsAs of early Monday, E-mini S&P 500 contracts are down approximately 0.7% to 1.2%, si ...

Founded in 1984, Saint Louis, Missouri-based Centene Corporation (CNC) operates as a healthcare enterprise that provides programs and services to under-insured and uninsured families and commercial organizations in the United States. The company has a market capitalization of $21.3 billion and operates through Medicaid, Medicare, Commercial, and Other segments. Shares of the healthcare giant have lagged behind the broader market over the past year, but have slightly outperformed in 2026. CNC stock has de ...

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) is included among the 7 Best Non-REIT Dividend Stocks to Invest in. UnitedHealth Group (UNH) Price Target Cut by $30 at Wells Fargo UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) operates across multiple healthcare and services platforms. Its business includes Optum Health, Optum Insight, Optum Rx, and UnitedHealthcare, with coverage spanning employer plans, Medicare and retirement offerings, and government-sponsored programs. On January 30, Wells Fargo analyst Ste ...

This company is proving that you can win in insurance with a better customer experience.Healthcare is a sector with the potential for massive disruption due to artificial intelligence (AI). Chatbots will help organize data and tailor personalized solutions for individuals, eliminating busywork and saving costs while also providing a better health outcome. At least, that is the theory.One stock at the forefront of AI innovation in health insurance is Oscar Health (OSCR 3.88%). The tech-forward health insurer ...