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UnitedHealth Stock Drags on the Dow After DOJ Probe News

UnitedHealth Group (UNH) experienced a significant drop in its stock price, contributing to a decline in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, following news of a Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation into the company. The investigation focuses on the company's business practices, particularly around potential antitrust issues in the healthcare sector. This news has raised concerns among investors about possible regulatory actions, fines, or changes in business operations that could impact UnitedHealth's profitability and market position. The broader market reaction reflects worries about how such probes might affect other major healthcare companies and the overall healthcare industry. Despite these concerns, some analysts suggest that UnitedHealth's diversified business model and strong fundamentals might help it weather the storm, although the uncertainty has led to immediate negative market sentiment.

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