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CVS Health profits surge to $2.9B on improved Aetna cost management

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CVS Health reported a significant increase in second-quarter net income, reaching $2.9 billion, largely due to improved cost management within its Aetna health plans. The company raised its full-year earnings per share guidance for 2026, reflecting a turnaround strategy led by CEO David Joyner. This financial growth was supported by a lower medical benefits ratio and increased revenues across its health care benefits, health services, and pharmacy segments. AI

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CVS Health profits surge to $2.9B on improved Aetna cost management

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Bruce Japsen, Senior Contributor ·

    CVS Health Profits Hit $2.9 Billion As Firm Gets Handle On Aetna Costs

    CVS Health's second quarter net income nearly tripled to $2.9 billion compared to the year ago quarter as the company gets a better handle on its Aetna health plan costs.

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