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Oscar Health Faces Headwinds as CMS Proposes Tighter Medicare Advantage Rules

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has unveiled a proposed payment update for Medicare Advantage plans that falls below industry expectations, coupled with stricter risk-adjustment regulations. This dual challenge pressures insurers like Oscar Health (NYSE: OSCR), whose tech-driven model is now under the microscope as profitability margins face a squeeze.

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Pool Corp's Stock: A Turnaround in Momentum or a Value Trap?

After a challenging year, Pool Corp's shares have shown a notable uptick over the past month, reigniting the debate over its valuation. With a significant gap between its current price and analyst targets, investors are weighing short-term momentum against longer-term headwinds in the housing and outdoor living sectors.