UnitedHealth "outperform," target price raised

21.12.06 - Credit Suisse

NEW YORK, December 21 (newratings.com) - Analyst G Nersessian of Credit Suisse maintains his "outperform" rating on UnitedHealth Group Inc (UNH). The target price has been raised from $56 to $60.

In a research note published yesterday, the analyst mentions that the company?s guidance for the forthcoming year is in-line with the estimates. UnitedHealth has provided further clarity into the options charge, indicating that the issue is approaching its final resolution, the analyst says.