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CEO Cordani to Retire July 1 + 2026 EPS Guide ≥$30.25 → Bernstein Upgrades to Outperform

The Cigna Group announced CEO David Cordani will retire effective July 1, 2026 and become Executive Chair, with President & COO Brian Evanko succeeding him as CEO, providing a planned leadership transition after years of successful execution. Bernstein upgraded Cigna to Outperform from Market Perform on March 12, and the company reaffirmed its 2026 guidance of adjusted income from operations ≥$30.25 per share, with Evernorth pre-tax adjusted income ≥$6.9 billion. AM Best affirmed A (Excellent) ratings for key subsidiaries on March 4, and the company declared a $1.56 quarterly dividend with a March 5 ex-date, with the stock trading at $265.90.

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