CVS Health — Oct 17, 2024 release

In the third quarter of 2024, the Company has continued to experience medical cost trends in excess of those projected in its prior outlook. The Medical Benefit Ratio (“MBR”) for the third quarter is currently expected to be approximately 95.2%, which includes a 220-basis point impact from the PDRs. The Company’s other segments performed consistent with prior projections in the quarter. In light of continued elevated medical cost pressures in the Health Care Benefits segment, investors should no longer rely on the Company’s previous guidance provided on its second quarter 2024 earnings call on August 7, 2024. The Company plans to further update investors on its third quarter 2024 earnings call, currently scheduled for November 6, 2024, after the company has completed its standard quarterly close processes. The Company’s preliminary financial results are based on the Company’s current estimate of its results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, and remain subject to change based on the completion of closing and review procedures and the execution of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Non-GAAP Financial Measures This press release includes projected Adjusted EPS, which represents a non-GAAP financial measure. The Company uses non-GAAP financial measures to analyze underlying business performance and trends. The Company believes that providing non-GAAP financial measures enhances the Company’s