Elevance Health, Inc. (elv)
ELV — Company Overview
Elevance Health, Inc. (ELV) trades on NYQ as part of the Healthcare peer group (Healthcare Plans).
| Ticker | ELV |
| Sector | Healthcare |
| Industry | Healthcare Plans |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $86.44B |
| Last price | $398.56 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
ELV — Business Description
ELV represents a Healthcare Plans business in the Healthcare segment. Elevance Health, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a health benefits company in the United States. The company operates in four segments: Health Benefits, CarelonRx, Carelon Services, and Corporate & Other. It offers a variety of health plans and services to individual, employer group risk-based and fee-based, BlueCard, Medicare, Medicaid, and FEP members; health products; a broad array of fee-based administrative managed care services; and specialty and other insurance products and services, such as stop loss, dental, vision, and supplemental health insurance benefits. The company also operates in the pharmacy services business; and markets and offers pharmacy services, including home delivery…
Official website: https://www.elevancehealth.com.
ELV — Investment Thesis
At a high level, ELV offers exposure to Healthcare with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 1.4% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 17.79× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (13.49×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 1.7% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $86.44B.
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ELV — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for Elevance Health, Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin near 2.5% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $4.31B supports balance-sheet flexibility.
| Trailing P/E | 17.79× |
| Forward P/E | 13.49× |
| Price / Sales | 0.43× |
| Price / Book | 1.93× |
| Gross margin | 26.0% |
| Operating margin | 4.6% |
| Profit margin | 2.5% |
| Return on equity | 11.1% |
| Debt / Equity | 68.95 |
| Free cash flow | $4.31B |
ELV — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Elevance Health, Inc. (ELV) depends on demand trends in Healthcare Plans and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 1.4% suggests steady but measured expansion.
- Earnings declined -13.1% year-over-year — margin or volume pressure may be in play.
- Price is 8.6% below the 52-week high.
ELV — Competitive Position
Elevance Health, Inc. (ELV) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Healthcare.
- Competes within Healthcare, specifically in Healthcare Plans.
- Market capitalization of $86.44B places ELV among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 26.0% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
ELV — Strengths
Strengths for Elevance Health, Inc. (ELV) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Positive free cash flow ($4.31B).
- Dividend yield of 1.7% for income-oriented holders.
- Moderate leverage (debt/equity 68.95).
- Large Cap scale ($86.44B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
ELV — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Elevance Health, Inc. (ELV) based on available data:
- Earnings decline of -13.1% year-over-year.
- Thin profit margin (2.5%).
ELV — Opportunities
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
ELV — Risks
- Thin margins leave less room for operational missteps.
ELV — Summary
Elevance Health, Inc. (ELV) is a large-cap Healthcare company focused on Healthcare Plans, listed on NYQ. Last price $398.56 with market cap $86.44B. Trailing P/E 17.79×. Revenue grew 1.4% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include positive free cash flow ($4.31b). Key watch items include earnings decline of -13.1% year-over-year. Premium Terminal tools for Elevance Health, Inc. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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Elevance Health, Inc. FAQ
What does Elevance Health, Inc. (ELV) do?
Elevance Health, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a health benefits company in the United States. The company operates in four segments: Health Benefits, CarelonRx, Carelon Services, and Corporate & Other. It offers a variety of health plans and services to indi…
What is ELV's P/E ratio?
Elevance Health, Inc. has a trailing P/E of 17.79× based on publicly available market data.
Does ELV pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 1.7%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is ELV in?
Elevance Health, Inc. is classified in Healthcare (Healthcare Plans) on NYQ.
What is ELV's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $86.44B.
What are the main risks for ELV?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of ELV?
Potential positives include positive free cash flow ($4.31b), dividend yield of 1.7% for income-oriented holders.
Where can I get analyst estimates for ELV?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for Elevance Health, Inc. are on the free /stocks/elv/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.