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How Healthy Is WellPoint’s Amerigroup Deal?

The move, which is likely to be followed, is a big bet that states will allow for Medicaid expansion. If that happens, WellPoint will be well off. But if not ... More 

Kentucky’s Humana — A Bluegrass Thoroughbred

Louisville-based Humana is one of the country's largest health care providers that puts more than 40,000 people to work. More 

Court Speaks, Markets Listen — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

The Supreme Court ruling in favor of Obama's Affordable Care Act hit markets initially, but the indices managed to cut most losses by the end of the day. More 

20 Companies Increasing Dividends

This week's list of payout performers includes several energy companies, health firms and even a snack & beverages giant. More 

Health Insurers Weathering Sickly Q1 Results

A large swath of managed care companies had lousy Q1 earnings, but few have fallen to bargain prices. Are there any values to be found in the sector? More 

April Showers on Wall Street — Monday’s IP Market Recap

Stocks ended the day and the month down, as improved U.S. personal income and two big acquisitions did nothing to quell investor economic and European concerns. More 

Humana: Profit Falls, Shares Tumble

Despite raising earnings guidance for the year, Humana shares fell sharply after the company announced first-quarter earnings down 21%, missing expectations. More