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Longtime CVS Health executive David Joyner has taken the helm as CEO, succeeding Karen Lynch. This move comes at a critical time for CVS, as it grapples with challenges impacting its profitability and stock performance. CVS shares have fallen nearly 20% this year, reflecting the pressures facing the company.
One of the key challenges for CVS is the impact of higher medical costs on its insurance unit, Aetna, and the pressures on its retail pharmacy business. To address these issues, CVS announced plans to cut $2 billion in costs over the next several years. The company also revised its full-year profit guidance for the third consecutive quarter, reflecting the ongoing challenges it faces.
In addition to the leadership change, CVS is set to report its third-quarter earnings on Nov. 6. The company expects adjusted earnings of between $1.05 and $1.10 per share for the quarter, citing higher medical costs than previously anticipated.
Major CVS shareholder Glenview Capital has also been pushing for changes at the company, calling for a refresh of the board of directors. Despite speculation about a potential breakup of CVS’ insurance and retail businesses, the company confirmed it will move forward intact.
As CEO, David Joyner brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously overseen CVS’ pharmacy benefits manager, Caremark. With a deep understanding of the company’s integrated business, Joyner is poised to address the industry challenges and drive operational improvements at CVS.
Looking ahead, Joyner will need to navigate the increased scrutiny of Caremark and other pharmacy benefits managers by the Biden administration and lawmakers. The company is also focused on achieving margin improvement in its Medicare Advantage business next year, as it navigates the evolving healthcare landscape.
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