UnitedHealth Agrees to Acquire LHC Group for $5.4 Billion
- Bridgette Randall
- U.S.A. New York City
UnitedHealth agreed to acquire home healthcare provider LHC Group for $5.4 billion in cash. The largest health insurer expands its home health services for chronic illnesses suffered by mostly older patients. The largest health insurer agreed to pay $170 a share, 8% premium to the last close and the deal is expected to add to earnings in 2023.
Annual Returns
| Company | Ticker | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealth Group Incorporated | UNH | -0% | -4% | -3% |
| LHC Group | LHCG | 0% | 0% | 3% |