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Jim Cramer on Humana: “This Is a Textbook Safety Stock”
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Event summary
Jim Cramer highlighted Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) as a "textbook safety stock" on Mad Money, citing an "unexpected gift" from the Trump administration regarding lifted Medicare Advantage premiums for 2027. Despite Cramer's positive outlook, Artisan Partners, in its Q1 2026 investor letter, indicated exiting its position in Humana due to concerns over lower-than-expected Medicare Advantage rate updates, increased medical costs, and reduced quality ratings impacting future earnings. The firm noted that policy and execution challenges could delay margin recovery, suggesting other AI stocks might offer greater return potential.