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Humana's stock target raised to $390 amid mixed analyst views and steady 2026 outlook

Company Fundamentals
30 Jul 2026
Stuart Mooney
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Robert W. Baird raised Humana's stock price target to $390 from $205, signaling potential upside despite a 5.87% stock drop on a turbulent market day. Meanwhile, Raymond James downgraded Humana to Market Perform, indicating expected performance in line with the broader market. Humana's management confirmed 2026 financial goals remain on track, aiming for a pretax margin of at least 3.00% by 2028 through Medicare Advantage margin growth and cost reductions. This mixed analyst sentiment reflects cautious optimism about Humana's future amid market volatility.

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