Eli Lilly's CEO sees Medicare's new policy covering obesity treatments as a pivotal moment, poised to unlock access for millions of beneficiaries to its incoming oral drug, orforglipron, and intensify the market battle with Novo Nordisk.
For retirees considering a move, climate and cost of living often dominate the conversation. But experts warn that overlooking the quality and accessibility of local healthcare systems could be a costly mistake with long-term consequences for well-being and finances.
Relocating during retirement offers new beginnings but also introduces complex financial and healthcare planning challenges. Here’s what future retirees need to know about managing Social Security and Medicare benefits ahead of a move.
While Medicare provides a crucial safety net at 65, significant gaps in coverage for dental, vision, and long-term care can lead to six-figure annual expenses. Proactive planning with HSAs, specialized insurance, and strategic budgeting is essential to protect retirement savings.
CLEAR Secure, the biometric identity company known for its airport expedited lanes, is deepening its ties to core government systems. CEO Caryn Seidman Becker's appointment to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's board and a new contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services signal a strategic push into financial and public health infrastructure.
UnitedHealth Group, already navigating a turbulent period, confronts a new challenge as federal regulators propose a near-flat payment increase for Medicare Advantage plans in 2027, threatening a key revenue driver for the healthcare giant.
CNBC's Jim Cramer pointed to Humana as the S&P 500's standout loser following a pivotal Medicare Advantage rate announcement from federal regulators, triggering a sector-wide sell-off.
Digital identity firm Trust Stamp has filed to trademark "WOW" for its consumer biometric wallet platform, a non-custodial system designed to consolidate multiple digital wallets under one secure, password-free access point using tokenized facial recognition.
In a strategic shift following a challenging 2025, Six Flags announces a major overhaul of its annual pass program, granting Gold passholders access to multiple parks within designated regions at a temporarily reduced price.
A devastating incident on the outskirts of New Delhi has claimed the lives of three teenage sisters, with preliminary investigations pointing to a severe reaction after their parents removed their access to an online game.
Major health insurers face a dual regulatory assault as a proposed freeze on Medicare Advantage payments coincides with a new Department of Labor rule targeting opaque Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) practices, threatening profits on both sides of their businesses.
Despite persistent pressures in its government-backed Medicaid and Medicare businesses, Elevance Health reported Q4 performance in line with expectations, crediting strategic portfolio shifts and cost controls. CEO Gail Boudreaux outlined actions to stabilize margins, while analysts zeroed in on future risks and the growth trajectory of its commercial and Carillon health solutions segments.
With only a trickle of patients allowed out, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for immediate humanitarian access to Gaza, as medical officials warn blocked evacuations are tantamount to a 'death sentence' for thousands.
CVS Health faces a revised outlook from analysts following a key Medicare payment proposal, yet maintains its dividend payout as the healthcare giant balances regulatory challenges with its diversified business model.
Many retirees face unexpected healthcare costs, and late enrollment in Medicare can lead to lifelong surcharges. Here’s a guide to timing your sign-up and avoiding unnecessary penalties.
A wave of regulatory action is sweeping across continents as governments, citing mounting mental health and safety concerns, impose new age restrictions and bans on social media access for minors. Australia leads with a landmark under-16 ban, while European nations and others follow with similar proposals.
Despite recent market turbulence triggered by Medicare Advantage rate announcements, Bernstein reaffirms its confidence in UnitedHealth Group with a $405 price target, even as another major firm adopts a more cautious stance.
UnitedHealth Group's fourth-quarter earnings call revealed a company in transition, as executives outlined strategic shifts to counter pressures in Medicare Advantage and Medicaid. The market's sharp sell-off reflects deep-seated concerns about medical cost trends and competitive dynamics.
American Express is implementing a dual strategy of increased annual fees and stricter Centurion Lounge access rules for its premium cardholders. The move, seen as a direct response to intensifying competition from rivals like JPMorgan Chase, aims to bolster profitability while refining the value proposition for affluent and younger demographics.
Fidelity Investments and Broadcom have settled a legal dispute that threatened Fidelity's access to business-critical software, averting a potential operational crisis. The agreement, reached just before a key court hearing, ensures continued service for a Fidelity subsidiary.
