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UnitedHealth Group (UNH) shares rose sharply on Monday as the broader market took a hit, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both experiencing significant declines. Despite the negative market trends, UNH's stock price surged 2.3% to close at $444.19 per share.

The health insurance giant's strong performance was attributed to its solid Q2 2022 earnings report, which was released earlier this month. UnitedHealth Group reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $3.51, beating the consensus estimate of $3.31 per share. Revenue for the quarter came in at $72.3 billion, up 12.4% year-over-year.

The company's strong Q2 results were driven by growth in its Medicare and Medicaid businesses, as well as a significant increase in its Optum segment. Optum, which provides healthcare services and technology, reported revenue growth of 17.5% year-over-year.

In addition to its strong earnings report, UnitedHealth Group's rise was also fueled by positive comments from analysts. Analysts at Deutsche Bank and Morgan Stanley both reiterated their "buy" ratings on the stock, citing the company's strong financial performance and growth prospects.

UnitedHealth Group's strong performance on Monday was a rare bright spot in an otherwise turbulent market. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both fell sharply, with the S&P 500 declining 2.5% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling 2.2%.

Despite the market volatility, UnitedHealth Group's strong earnings report and positive analyst commentary have helped to boost investor confidence in the company. With its strong financial performance and growth prospects, UnitedHealth Group is well-positioned to continue to outperform the market in the coming months.