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Aflac Incorporated was formed in 1973 under the laws of the state of Georgia. The company is a general business holding company and oversees the operations of its subsidiaries by providing management services and making capital available. Its principal business is voluntary supplemental and life insurance, which is marketed and administered through American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus (Aflac) in the United States (Aflac U.S.) and, effective Apr 1, 2018, through Aflac Life Insurance Japan Ltd. in Japan (Aflac Japan).
Aflac (AFL) Drops 28% YTD: Will It Make a Comeback Soon?
by Zacks Equity Research
Aflac (AFL) struggles with a weak operating landscape and business inconsistencies in the Japan segment.
3 Top-Ranked Dividend Stocks: A Smarter Way to Boost Your Retirement Income - September 28, 2020
by Zacks Equity Research
The traditional ways to plan for your retirement may mean income can no longer cover expenses post-employment. But what if there was another option that could provide a steady, reliable source of income in your nest egg years?
How to Maximize Your Retirement Portfolio with These Top-Ranked Dividend Stocks - September 22, 2020
by Zacks Equity Research
The traditional approaches to retirement planning are longer covering all expenses in nest egg years. So what can retirees do? Thankfully, there are alternative investments that provide steady, higher-rate income streams to replace dwindling bond yields.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: AFL, UNM, AMSF and EIG
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: AFL, UNM, AMSF and EIG
MetLife Boosts Group Benefits Business With Acquisition
by Zacks Equity Research
MetLife (MET) inks an all-cash deal to acquire Versant Health, which is intended to enhance MetLife's vision benefit offerings.
4 Accident & Health Insurance Stocks to Watch Amid Pricing Pressure
by Tanuka De
Higher claims frequency leading to upward pricing pressure, coupled with adoption of technology will boost performance of Zacks Accident and Health Insurance industry insurance players like AFL, UNM, AMSF and EIG.
Unum Rides on Solid Segmental Show, Expense Woes Linger
by Zacks Equity Research
Unum Group (UNM) is set to grow on solid segmental performance and strong capital position, partially offset by rising total benefits and expenses.
How to Maximize Your Retirement Portfolio with These Top-Ranked Dividend Stocks - September 15, 2020
by Zacks Equity Research
The traditional ways to plan for your retirement may mean income can no longer cover expenses post-employment. But what if there was another option that could provide a steady, reliable source of income in your nest egg years?
Amerisafe Rides on Its Expertise in High-Hazard Insurance
by Zacks Equity Research
Amerisafe (AMSF) is a specialty provider of workers' compensation insurance for small-to-midsize employers in high-risk industries.
Aflac (AFL) Moves to Buy: Rationale Behind the Upgrade
by Zacks Equity Research
Aflac (AFL) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
How to Maximize Your Retirement Portfolio with These Top-Ranked Dividend Stocks - September 09, 2020
by Zacks Equity Research
The traditional ways to plan for your retirement may mean income can no longer cover expenses post-employment. But what if there was another option that could provide a steady, reliable source of income in your nest egg years?
3 Investing Facts About Required Minimum Distributions You Need to Know - September 09, 2020
by Zacks Equity Research
Like many investors, you're likely aiming to build a comfortable nest egg to ensure a comfortable retirement. Make sure you know all about what financial planners dub the accumulation and distribution phases of retirement planning.
Here's Why You Should Hold Aflac Stock in Your Portfolio
by Zacks Equity Research
Aflac (AFL) is well positioned for growth, given its strong presence across the United States and Japan, and strong financial position.
Here's Why You Should Retain CNO Financial in Your Portfolio
by Zacks Equity Research
On the back of reduced expenses and disciplined capital deployment, CNO Financial (CNO) holds potential to reap benefits for investors.
Why Is Aflac (AFL) Down 0.1% Since Last Earnings Report?
by Zacks Equity Research
Aflac (AFL) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.
AIG and Its Subsidiaries Get Rating Actions From AM Best
by Zacks Equity Research
AIG and units get rating actions from the credit rating agency AM Best. Outlook for most ratings is stable.
Aflac Boosts Shareholders' Value Through Share Buybacks
by Zacks Equity Research
Aflac's (AFL) board raises share buyback authorization in an effort to support prudent capital deployment.
Slew of Strong Earnings Pushes Insurance ETFs Higher
by Sweta Killa
A slew of strong earnings had a positive impact on the insurance ETFs, which saw smooth trading over the past week and the past month.
Unum Group (UNM) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates
by Zacks Equity Research
Unum Group's (UNM) Q2 results reflect high mortality in group life, voluntary life, and long-term care due to the pandemic.
Aflac (AFL) Q2 Earnings Surpass Estimates
by Zacks Equity Research
Aflac (AFL) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 24.27% and -1.26%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2020. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
Will Depressed Revenues Mar Aflac (AFL) Q2 Earnings Potential?
by Zacks Equity Research
Aflac's (AFL) Q2 earnings results are likely to reflect soft revenues in its Japan segment as well as weak investment income.
Earnings Preview: Aflac (AFL) Q2 Earnings Expected to Decline
by Zacks Equity Research
Aflac (AFL) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Hartford Financial (HIG) Announces Q2 Preliminary Results
by Zacks Equity Research
Hartford Financial (HIG) declares its second-quarter 2020 preliminary results. Final earnings figures will be released on Jul 30.
6 Insurers Poised to Outperform Q2 Earnings Estimates
by Tanuka De
Better pricing and underwriting practice, product repositioning and sturdy capital will help these insurers outperform Q2 earnings estimates.
Why the Earnings Surprise Streak Could Continue for Aflac (AFL)
by Zacks Equity Research
Aflac (AFL) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.