UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) issued financial guidance ahead of its annual Investor Conference which takes place on November 29, beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET.

UnitedHealth Group revenues for 2022 are now expected to be approximately $324 billion. Net earnings are expected to be $20.85 to $21.05 per share and adjusted net earnings of $21.85 to $22.05 per share, as announced in the third quarter earnings release. Adjusted net earnings only excludes the after-tax non-cash amortization expense pertaining to acquisition-related intangible assets.

UnitedHealth Group will also introduce its 2023 outlook which includes revenues of $357 billion to $360 billion, net earnings of $23.15 to $23.65 per share, and adjusted net earnings of $24.40 to $24.90 per share. Cash flows from operations are expected to range from $27 billion to $28 billion.

The Company will stream the Investor Conference presentation and management question-and-answer portion of this meeting on its Investor Relations page at www.unitedhealthgroup.com. Meeting materials and a replay of the conference will be available on the Investor Relations page.

About UnitedHealth Group

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) is a health care and well-being company with a mission to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone through two distinct and complementary businesses. Optum delivers care aided by technology and data, empowering people, partners and providers with the guidance and tools they need to achieve better health. UnitedHealthcare offers a full range of health benefits, enabling affordable coverage, simplifying the health care experience and delivering access to high-quality care. Visit UnitedHealth Group at www.unitedhealthgroup.com and follow @UnitedHealthGrp on Twitter.

Non-GAAP Financial Information

This news release presents non-GAAP financial information provided as a complement to the results provided in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). Adjusted net earnings exclude amortization expense of approximately $1.35 and $1.65 per share and the related tax impacts of $0.35 and $0.40 per share for years ending December 31, 2021 and 2022, respectively, pertaining to acquisition-related intangible assets.

Forward-Looking Statements

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