HUM 8-K: Guidance raise

Humana

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0000049071-26-000064

HUM filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 6, 2026. A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more.

Summary of the filing

Humana reported solid third quarter 2026 results and raised its full-year 2026 Adjusted EPS guidance from 'at least $9.00' to 'at least $9.50', citing strong Insurance segment performance and favorable medical cost trends.

Key details

FY 2026 Adjusted EPS guidance (raised from at least $9.00)$10
3Q26 Adjusted loss per share-$1
3Q26 Insurance segment benefit ratio% 94
3Q26 YTD Adjusted consolidated operating cost ratio% 10
3Q26 YTD Insurance segment operating cost ratio% 7
IssuerHumana Inc.
Joint venture partner for centerwell primary careBlackRock
Previous joint venture partner, replaced by blackrock jvWelsh, Carson, Anderson and Stowe (WCAS)
President and chief executive officerJim Rechtin
Chief financial officerCeleste Mellet

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Frequently asked questions

What did HUM file with the SEC on Nov 6, 2026?

HUM filed a 8-K (Guidance raise). Humana reported solid third quarter 2026 results and raised its full-year 2026 Adjusted EPS guidance from 'at least $9.00' to 'at least $9.50', citing strong Insurance segment performance and favorable medical cost trends.

What does a guidance raise mean for HUM stock?

Guidance is the company’s own forecast. Investors price stocks on the future, so a raise or cut often moves the stock more than the past quarter’s numbers.

How do I read a 8-K?

A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more. The "Item" number tells you the topic (e.g. 2.02 results, 5.02 executive change, 1.01 new agreement, 1.03 bankruptcy). Exhibits (99.1 press release) usually hold the details.

Why are SEC filings important?

Public companies must tell the SEC about anything that can change their value — results, leadership changes, big deals, new shares, bankruptcy. Filings are the official source, often before the news. A 8-K (current report): A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more.

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