Why is UNH Down Today?

UNH
$376.41
▼ -3.06% ($-11.51)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:34 PM ET (25 min ago)

About UNITEDHEALTH GROUP INCORPORATED (Delaware)

UnitedHealth Group is one of the largest private health insurers and provides medical benefits to about 51 million members globally, including 1 million outside the US as of December 2024. As a leader in employer-sponsored, self-directed, and government-backed insurance plans, UnitedHealth has obtai...

Sector: HOSPITAL & MEDICAL SERVICE PLANS
Market Cap: $315.45B
Forward P/E: 17.7
52-Week Range: $255.97 - $461.62
Employees: 400,000

Overall Confidence: 60%

60% Confident

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

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 UNH showing strong bearish momentum
UNH is down 3.1% today on 1.1x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

MODERATE VOLUME 1.1x average volume

NORMAL - This move is backed by significant volume and appears sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

HOSPITAL & MEDICAL SERVICE PLANS sector: -0.1%

UNH is outperforming its sector by -3.0%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

UNH is significantly underperforming the market (-3.9% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.85%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.87%
UNH
This Stock
-3.06%
vs S&P 500: -3.91%
vs Nasdaq: -3.93%

📊 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, UNH is expected to trade between:
$365.11 - $383.93

Key Level to Watch

$357.58 support
Watch for breakdown below $376.40

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:34 PM (25 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bearish
Options Sentiment
1.4
Put/Call Ratio
49.9%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 13,876
Put Volume: 19,460
Total: 33,336
Unusual Activity: $375 PUT (1,014 vol)

Historical Context

UNH has moved more than 3.0% down on 5 occasions in the past year.

40.0%
Continuation Rate
2/5 times continued down
+0.57%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Mar 27, 2026 (-3.4%) → Next day: +1.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is UNH stock down today?

UNH is down 3.1% today on 1.1x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is UNH stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, UNH shows 60% confidence in today's move. Volume is moderate which supports the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the UNH stock price target?

UNH is currently trading at $376.41. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $365.11 - $383.93. See long-term price prediction →

Will UNH stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that UNH's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $357.58 (support).

Is UNH stock oversold or overbought?

UNH's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 35.4. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for UNH stock?

UNH's 10-day momentum indicator is at -15.96. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is UNH outperforming or underperforming the market?

UNH (-3.06%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-3.9% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.85%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.87%.

What does MACD indicate for UNH?

UNH's MACD (-4.67) is currently below the signal line (-4.16), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 22.7) is moderate.

Is UNH in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, UNH is in a bearish trend. The price ($376.41) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($394.2) and 50-day SMA ($409.17). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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