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Aflac (AFL)

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$110.57 USD

110.57
995,853

+0.50 (0.45%)

Updated Sep 27, 2024 03:24 PM ET

Zacks Rank:

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Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy23.68%
2Buy17.55%
3Hold9.21%
4Sell4.93%
5Strong Sell2.36%
S&P50010.96%

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1-Strong Buy of 5 1        

Style Scores:

The Style Scores are a complementary set of indicators to use alongside the Zacks Rank. It allows the user to better focus on the stocks that are the best fit for his or her personal trading style.

The scores are based on the trading styles of Value, Growth, and Momentum. There's also a VGM Score ('V' for Value, 'G' for Growth and 'M' for Momentum), which combines the weighted average of the individual style scores into one score.

Value Score A
Growth Score A
Momentum Score A
VGM Score A

Within each Score, stocks are graded into five groups: A, B, C, D and F. As you might remember from your school days, an A, is better than a B; a B is better than a C; a C is better than a D; and a D is better than an F.

As an investor, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. That means you want to buy stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2, Strong Buy or Buy, which also has a Score of an A or a B in your personal trading style.

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D Value F Growth C Momentum F VGM

Industry Rank:

The Zacks Industry Rank assigns a rating to each of the 265 X (Expanded) Industries based on their average Zacks Rank.

An industry with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #1's and #2's will have a better average Zacks Rank than one with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #4's and #5's.

The industry with the best average Zacks Rank would be considered the top industry (1 out of 265), which would place it in the top 1% of Zacks Ranked Industries. The industry with the worst average Zacks Rank (265 out of 265) would place in the bottom 1%.

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Top 21% (53 out of 251)

Industry: Insurance - Accident and Health

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Zacks News

Will Underperforming Japan Business Weigh on Aflac (AFL)?

Low interest rates and sales misconduct accusation on Japan Post weigh on Aflac's (AFL) business growth.

Why Is Aflac (AFL) Down 16.4% Since Last Earnings Report?

Aflac (AFL) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

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Solid Q4 Earnings Boost Insurance ETFs

The string of solid fourth-quarter earnings from the insurance industry players had a positive impact on the related ETFs that saw smooth trading over the past week.

Aflac (AFL) Beats Q4 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Aflac (AFL) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 1.98% and 0.85%, respectively, for the quarter ended December 2019. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Is a Surprise Coming for Aflac (AFL) This Earnings Season?

Aflac (AFL) is seeing favorable earnings estimate revision activity and has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP heading into earnings season.

Aflac (AFL) Expected to Beat Earnings Estimates: What to Know Ahead of Q4 Release

Aflac (AFL) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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4 Insurance Stocks Poised to Beat Earnings Estimates in Q4

Rising insurance premium rates, solid capital position, changes to product portfolio and increased use of technology are likely to have driven earnings for insurers in Q4.

Aflac Expands in Middle Market Credit With Varagon Capital

Aflac (AFL) announces that it will acquire minority interest in Varagon Capital to expand its investments in middle market credit.

Why Aflac (AFL) is Poised to Beat Earnings Estimates Again

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.

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Accident & Health Insurance Industry's Prospects Seem Bright

Favorable employment scenario bumps up demand for accident and health insurance provided by employers while investment in technology leads to operating efficiency.

Here's Why Investors Should Hold on to Aflac (AFL) Stock

Aflac (AFL) is poised for growth on the back of favorable performance in its U.S. business and a strong capital position despite softness in Japan business.

Aflac (AFL) Upgraded to Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock?

Aflac (AFL) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

Is Aflac Incorporated (AFL) a Good Pick for Value Investors?

Aflac Incorporated (AFL) stock may be a good choice for value-oriented investors right now from multiple angles.

Aflac Rides on Strong U.S. Business, Solid Capital Position

Aflac (AFL) benefits from consistent premium growth in U.S. segment and a strong balance sheet.

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Q3 Earnings Push Insurance ETFs Higher

The Q3 earnings of insurance industry players had a positive impact on the related ETFs that saw smooth trading over the past month.

Aflac Acquires Argus, Expands U.S. Segment Product Suite

Aflac's (AFL) acquisition of Argus equips it to provide Dental and Vision products to customers in the United States.

Unum Group (UNM) Q3 Earnings and Revenues Miss Estimates

Unum Group (UNM) Q3 results reflect soft numbers at Unum U.S. and Unum International.

Aflac (AFL) Q3 Earnings Top Estimates

Aflac (AFL) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 8.41% and -0.51%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2019. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Aflac (AFL) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth

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.

Why Aflac (AFL) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Aflac (AFL) have what it takes? Let's find out.

This is Why Aflac (AFL) is a Great Dividend Stock

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Aflac (AFL) have what it takes? Let's find out.

Is Aflac (AFL) Outperforming Other Finance Stocks This Year?

Is (AFL) Outperforming Other Finance Stocks This Year?

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Accident and Health Insurers Near-Term Prospects Gloomy

Accident and Health Insurance industry is likely to face pricing pressure. Also, higher spending on technological advancements is expected to result in higher expense ratios.

Why Aflac (AFL) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Aflac (AFL) have what it takes? Let's find out.

Why Is Aflac (AFL) Down 10.1% Since Last Earnings Report?

Aflac (AFL) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.