From Yahoo Finance: 2025-04-30 14:26:00

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has corrected nearly 7% in 2025 and is down 12% from its all-time highs in late November 2024 due to economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions. Amid market volatility, investors should focus on Dow stocks with earnings resilience and clear competitive advantages for potential long-term growth.

UnitedHealth Group Inc. (UNH) is one of the largest health care companies globally with a market cap of $391 billion. Despite disappointing Q1 results and a guidance cut, analyst Whit Mayo maintains a Buy rating with a $520 price target, citing confidence in the company’s long-term prospects and potential for recovery in 2026.

UNH ranks 6th on the list of best and worst Dow stocks for the next 12 months, with a 31.2% upside potential. While Dow stocks show promise, investing in AI stocks may offer higher returns in a shorter time frame. Investors interested in AI stocks can explore opportunities in a report highlighting a promising and undervalued AI stock for potential gains.



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