Why is HUM Up Today?

HUM
$408.90
▲ +2.04% (+$8.33)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 6:37 PM ET (183 min ago)

About Humana Inc.

Humana is one of the largest private health insurers in the US, and the firm has built a niche specializing in government-sponsored programs, with nearly all its medical membership stemming from Medicare, Medicaid, and the military's Tricare program. Beyond medical insurance, the company provides ot...

Sector: HOSPITAL & MEDICAL SERVICE PLANS
Market Cap: $29.68B
Forward P/E: 18.3
52-Week Range: $163.11 - $428.88
Employees: 65,680

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 HUM showing strong bullish momentum
HUM is up 2.0% today on 0.3x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.3x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

HOSPITAL & MEDICAL SERVICE PLANS sector: +0.2%

HUM is outperforming its sector by 1.9%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

HUM is outperforming the market (+1.2% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.85%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.87%
HUM
This Stock
+2.04%
vs S&P 500: +1.19%
vs Nasdaq: +1.17%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, HUM is expected to trade between:
$400.72 - $421.16

Key Level to Watch

$429.34 resistance
Watch for continuation above $408.89

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 6:37 PM (183 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bearish
Options Sentiment
2.59
Put/Call Ratio
83.7%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 3,149
Put Volume: 8,155
Total: 11,304

Historical Context

HUM has moved more than 3.0% up on 32 occasions in the past year.

62.5%
Continuation Rate
20/32 times continued up
+0.81%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar up moves
Last similar move: Sep 01, 2026 (3.0%) → Next day: +1.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is HUM stock up today?

HUM is up 2.0% today on 0.3x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is HUM stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, HUM shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the HUM stock price target?

HUM is currently trading at $408.90. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $400.72 - $421.16. See long-term price prediction →

Will HUM stock continue rising?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that HUM's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $429.34 (resistance).

Is HUM stock oversold or overbought?

HUM's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 63.2. This shows bullish momentum - the stock has positive momentum but isn't overextended yet.

What is the momentum for HUM stock?

HUM's 10-day momentum indicator is at 17.17. Strong bullish momentum - the stock is gaining significant upward force. This often precedes continued gains.

Is HUM outperforming or underperforming the market?

HUM (+2.04%) is currently outperforming the market (+1.2% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.85%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.87%.

What does MACD indicate for HUM?

HUM's MACD (6.13) is currently above the signal line (4.54), indicating a bullish trend. This technical signal suggests buying pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 24.6) is moderate.

Is HUM in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, HUM is in a bullish trend. The price ($408.90) is trading above both the 20-day SMA ($391.97) and 50-day SMA ($389.03). This alignment typically indicates sustained upward momentum.

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