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A $6 Billion Ameriprise Team That Trains Its Advisors To Be Leaders
Forbes· 2024-01-09 14:45
The full team at Kuttin Wealth ManagementCourtesy of Kuttin Wealth ManagementTeam Name: Kuttin Wealth ManagementFirm: Ameriprise Financial AMP ServicesSenior Members: John Kuttin, Jacob Dunlap, Evan Branfman, Aaron Schenkman, Eric SzczurowskiLocation: Hauppauge, NYTeam Custodied Assets: $5.7 billionBackground: 51-year-old John Kuttin has spent his entire career at Ameriprise Financial Services, having started in 1994 when the firm was called IDS Financial Services. Over the years he built up a large team—to ...
Advisor with Over $100 Million Assets Joins Ameriprise Financial for Financial Planning Focus and Growth Opportunities
Businesswire· 2024-01-08 16:56
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Financial advisor Bruce Kunkle MBA, CFP®, RICP®, recently joined the branch channel of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP) from Wells Fargo with over $100 million in assets in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. Kunkle joined Ameriprise for comprehensive financial solutions and growth opportunities. “As a Certified Financial Planner, I was impressed by the firm’s focus on comprehensive planning and the resources to help advisors foster meaningful client relationships,” said Kunkl ...
Ameriprise Financial(AMP) - 2023 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2023-11-01 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended September 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Transition Period from_______________________to_______________________ Commission File No. 1-32525 AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware ...
Ameriprise Financial(AMP) - 2023 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-10-26 17:13
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ameriprise reported strong third quarter earnings with adjusted operating net revenue growing 10% to $3.9 billion and earnings up 18%, with EPS increasing by 24% [6][19] - Assets under management and administration reached $1.2 trillion, up 12% year-over-year [6][19] - Return on equity was 49.9%, compared to 48% a year ago, indicating strong financial performance [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Wealth Management client assets increased 15% to $816 billion, driven by strong client net flows of $8.9 billion and market appreciation [7][22] - Retirement and Protection solutions saw life and health sales increase by 22%, with variable annuity sales growing 18% [12][28] - Asset Management total assets under management increased 7% to $587 billion, despite facing net outflows [14][26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Economic growth in the U.S. remains stable, but consumer sentiment is declining, leading to potential soft economic growth in the future [6] - Equity markets were up year-over-year but down slightly in the quarter, with many investors holding higher levels of cash [6][19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on leveraging its complementary businesses to drive growth and maintain strong financial results [17] - Ameriprise is examining its entire expense base to prepare for potential economic slowdowns in 2024 [17] - The re-entry into the banking business is seen as beneficial, with plans to launch new products to attract client cash from other institutions [8][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in sustaining client flow rates despite a slight moderation in growth [34] - The company is optimistic about the potential for cash redeployment into investment products as market conditions stabilize [53] - Management acknowledged the challenges in the asset management space but highlighted strong investment performance and margin resilience [14][27] Other Important Information - The company returned $663 million to shareholders, representing 81% of operating earnings, showcasing strong capital return capabilities [20] - Ameriprise's adviser productivity increased by 10% to a new high of $901,000 per adviser [10][22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on organic growth within wealth management - Management remains confident in sustaining mid-single-digit flow rates and sees opportunities for growth with the onboarding of Comerica [34][35] Question: Asset Management margins outlook - Management noted stable fee levels and is beginning expense tightening to maintain margins in the face of flow headwinds [36][37] Question: Update on recruiting and financial advisor headcount - Recruiting was slower in Q3 but showed signs of recovery in September, with a strong pipeline expected to support future growth [46] Question: Client cash balances and growth potential - Management indicated that cash balances have stabilized and there is room for growth in the bank products as market conditions improve [40][41] Question: Long-term care business risk management - Management expressed confidence in managing long-term care risks effectively and indicated a preference to retain the business unless a compelling offer arises [67][68]
Ameriprise Financial(AMP) - 2023 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-10-26 17:11
Ameriprise Financial Third Quarter 2023 Conference Call October 26, 2023 © 2023 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved. Forward-looking statements ...
Ameriprise Financial(AMP) - 2023 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2023-08-08 19:30
Part I [Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements%20(Unaudited)) Unaudited financial statements as of June 30, 2023, show $890 million net income and $169.8 billion total assets, reflecting a new accounting standard adoption [Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=4&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) Consolidated Statements of Operations Highlights (in millions, except per share data) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total net revenues** | $3,876 | $3,486 | $7,618 | $7,111 | | **Pretax income** | $1,127 | $773 | $1,623 | $1,779 | | **Net income** | $890 | $614 | $1,307 | $1,439 | | **Diluted EPS** | $8.21 | $5.37 | $11.97 | $12.48 | [Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income](index=5&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Income) Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income Highlights (in millions) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net income** | $890 | $614 | $1,307 | $1,439 | | **Other comprehensive income (loss)** | $(364) | $(506) | $197 | $(1,106) | | **Total comprehensive income (loss)** | $526 | $108 | $1,504 | $333 | [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=5&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in millions) | Metric | June 30, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total assets** | $169,781 | $158,852 | | Investments | $51,376 | $44,524 | | Separate account assets | $76,874 | $73,962 | | **Total liabilities** | $165,701 | $155,049 | | Customer deposits | $35,578 | $30,775 | | **Total equity** | $4,080 | $3,803 | [Consolidated Statements of Equity](index=6&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Equity) - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, total equity increased from **$3.80 billion** to **$4.08 billion**, driven by **$1.31 billion** in net income and **$197 million** in other comprehensive income, offset by **$1.16 billion** in common share repurchases and **$284 million** in dividends[19](index=19&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=7&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Highlights (in millions) | Cash Flow Activity | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $1,617 | $1,818 | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(6,020) | $(4,592) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $4,352 | $2,607 | [Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements](index=9&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) - The company adopted the new accounting standard for Long-Duration Contracts (ASU 2018-12) on January 1, 2023, with a transition date of January 1, 2021, resulting in a restatement of prior periods and a **$1.9 billion** reduction in total equity as of the transition date[25](index=25&type=chunk)[39](index=39&type=chunk) Impact of ASU 2018-12 Adoption on Equity (in millions) | Date | Retained Earnings Adjustment | AOCI Adjustment | Total Equity Adjustment | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Jan 1, 2021** | $(900) | $(1,000) | $(1,900) | | **Dec 31, 2022** | $387 | $(197) | $190 | [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=80&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management attributes Q2 2023 pretax income growth to rising interest rates and product growth, while maintaining targets of 12-15% adjusted EPS growth and over 30% adjusted ROE, with AUM & AUA reaching $1.3 trillion - The company's financial targets are **12% to 15% growth** in adjusted operating earnings per diluted share and an adjusted operating return on equity of **over 30%**[298](index=298&type=chunk) Reconciliation of GAAP to Adjusted Operating Earnings (Q2 2023 vs Q2 2022) | Metric (in millions, except per share) | Q2 2023 | Q2 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net Income** | $890 | $614 | | **Adjusted Operating Earnings** | $807 | $654 | | **Diluted EPS** | $8.21 | $5.37 | | **Adjusted Operating Diluted EPS** | $7.44 | $5.72 | - Total Assets Under Management and Administration (AUM & AUA) increased by **9%** to **$1.277 trillion** as of June 30, 2023, compared to **$1.170 trillion** a year prior, driven by market appreciation and net inflows in the Advice & Wealth Management segment[313](index=313&type=chunk) [Consolidated Results of Operations](index=110&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Results%20of%20Operations) - For Q2 2023, pretax income rose **46% YoY** to **$1.13 billion**, driven by higher net investment income from rising interest rates and growth in bank and certificate products, alongside a favorable market impact on non-traditional long-duration products[315](index=315&type=chunk) - Net investment income surged by **$524 million** in Q2 2023 compared to Q2 2022, primarily due to growth in Ameriprise Bank deposits and certificate business, and the impact of rising interest rates on the investment portfolio[316](index=316&type=chunk) - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, pretax income decreased **9% YoY** to **$1.62 billion**, mainly due to an unfavorable market impact on non-traditional long-duration products and lower average equity markets compared to the prior year period[339](index=339&type=chunk) [Results of Operations by Segment](index=113&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations%20by%20Segment) - **Advice & Wealth Management:** Q2 2023 adjusted operating earnings increased **49% YoY** to **$731 million**, driven by higher short-term interest rates and growth in bank and certificate products, with pretax adjusted operating margin expanding significantly to **31.2%** from **23.9%**[323](index=323&type=chunk) - **Asset Management:** Q2 2023 adjusted operating earnings decreased **27% YoY** to **$162 million**, primarily due to the cumulative impact of net outflows and lower average fixed income markets[330](index=330&type=chunk) - **Retirement & Protection Solutions:** Q2 2023 adjusted operating earnings increased **13% YoY** to **$189 million**, driven by higher investment income from rising interest rates and portfolio repositioning[333](index=333&type=chunk) - **Corporate & Other:** The segment's adjusted operating loss was stable at **$60 million** in Q2 2023, with the Long-Term Care (LTC) insurance business reporting a pretax adjusted operating earning of **$1 million**, an improvement from a **$6 million** loss in the prior year period[336](index=336&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=131&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) - As of June 30, 2023, the company had Available Capital for Capital Adequacy of **$5.0 billion** and maintained substantial liquidity with **$7.3 billion** in cash and cash equivalents (excluding CIEs and restricted cash)[363](index=363&type=chunk) - The parent company held **$895 million** in cash, cash equivalents, and unencumbered liquid securities as of June 30, 2023, with total estimated liquidity available to the parent company at **$2.1 billion**[363](index=363&type=chunk) - During the six months ended June 30, 2023, the company repurchased **3.2 million shares** for **$998 million** and paid **$284 million** in dividends, with an additional **$3.5 billion** authorized for share repurchases through September 2025 in July 2023[367](index=367&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=108&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company's market risks include interest rate, equity price, foreign currency, and credit risk, with sensitivity analysis showing potential impacts on pretax income and a comprehensive hedging program in place Market Risk Sensitivity Analysis (as of June 30, 2023) | Scenario | Estimated Net Impact on Pretax Income (in millions) | | :--- | :--- | | **Equity Price Decline 10%** | $(303) | | **Interest Rate Increase 100 bps** | $559 | - The company is primarily exposed to changes in the British Pound related to its net investment in Threadneedle, which was approximately **£1.3 billion** as of June 30, 2023[393](index=393&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=113&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2023, with no material changes to internal control over financial reporting during the quarter - The Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective at a reasonable level of assurance as of June 30, 2023[397](index=397&type=chunk) - No changes were made to the internal control over financial reporting during the quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, these controls[398](index=398&type=chunk) Part II. Other Information [Legal Proceedings](index=113&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in various legal proceedings and regulatory inquiries, establishing accrued liabilities for probable and estimable losses, noting elevated regulatory activity - The company is involved in legal proceedings and regulatory inquiries from entities like the SEC, FINRA, and the OCC, which is normal for a diversified financial services firm, and an accrued liability is established when a loss is probable and can be reasonably estimated[287](index=287&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=113&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) No material changes have occurred in the risk factors previously disclosed in the 2022 10-K report - No material changes have occurred in the risk factors previously disclosed in the 2022 10-K report[400](index=400&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=114&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) During Q2 2023, Ameriprise repurchased 1.6 million shares for $310.31 average, with $0.6 billion remaining for future repurchases Share Repurchases (Q2 2023) | Month | Total Shares Purchased (Program) | Average Price Paid Per Share | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | April 2023 | 299,040 | $307.09 | | May 2023 | 665,897 | $300.30 | | June 2023 | 619,091 | $322.64 | | **Q2 Total** | **1,584,028** | **$310.31** | - In July 2023, the Board of Directors authorized an additional **$3.5 billion** for share repurchases through September 30, 2025[403](index=403&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=114&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) No director or officer adopted, modified, or terminated a Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement during Q2 2023 - No director or officer adopted, modified, or terminated a Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement during the three months ended June 30, 2023[404](index=404&type=chunk)
Ameriprise Financial(AMP) - 2023 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-07-27 19:00
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE:AMP) Q2 2023 Earnings Conference Call July 27, 2023 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Alicia Charity - SVP, IR James Cracchiolo - Chairman & CEO Walter Berman - EVP, CFO & Chief Risk Officer Conference Call Participants Alexander Blostein - Goldman Sachs Group Brennan Hawken - UBS Erik Bass - Autonomous Research Michael Anagnostakis - Wolfe Research Jeffrey Schmitt - William Blair & Company Ryan Krueger - KBW Suneet Kamath - Jefferies Craig Siegenthaler - Bank of America Merri ...
Ameriprise Financial(AMP) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2023-05-01 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Transition Period from_______________________to_______________________ Commission File No. 1-32525 AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 13- ...
Ameriprise Financial(AMP) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-04-25 17:09
Ameriprise Financial First Quarter 2023 Conference Call April 25, 2023 © 2023 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved. Forward-looking statements ...
Ameriprise Financial(AMP) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-04-25 17:09
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ameriprise reported revenues of $3.7 billion for Q1 2023, a 3% increase year-over-year, with pre-tax adjusted operating earnings up 20% and EPS up 25% to $7.25 [8][19] - Return on equity, excluding AOCI, was 50%, maintaining one of the best rates in the financial services sector [8][19] - Assets under management and administration (AUMA) ended at $1.2 trillion, down 8% from the previous year due to market depreciation and foreign exchange impacts [21][19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Wealth Management earnings grew 58% year-over-year, representing 66% of the firm's adjusted operating earnings, up from 49% a year ago [19][8] - Retirement & Protection Solutions saw an 11% increase in earnings, driven by higher investment yields from portfolio repositioning [19][14] - Asset Management faced challenges with a 13% decline in assets under management to $608 billion, primarily due to market depreciation and negative foreign exchange impacts [15][27] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Client inflows in Wealth Management were robust, exceeding $12 billion in the quarter, an 18% increase year-over-year [9][22] - Total outflows in Asset Management were $1.7 billion, with U.S. retail experiencing net outflows due to market volatility [15][27] - The firm reported strong growth in institutional inflows of $2.8 billion, driven by fixed income and real estate [15][16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Ameriprise focuses on diversifying its business model, with Wealth Management as a key driver, complemented by Retirement & Protection Solutions and Asset Management [7][19] - The company is expanding its banking operations, having grown deposits to $20 billion and launched new savings products to attract client cash [11][12] - The firm aims to enhance its client and advisor value propositions, evidenced by high client satisfaction ratings and advisor retention [10][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in navigating environmental uncertainties and highlighted the stability of their deposit base and investment portfolio [6][7] - The firm anticipates continued strong client flows and engagement, supported by new technology and tools for advisors [10][44] - Management remains optimistic about future growth opportunities, particularly in Wealth Management and the banking sector [17][19] Other Important Information - Ameriprise returned $641 million to shareholders in the quarter, marking an 80% return of operating earnings [17][20] - The company has been recognized for its customer service and trustworthiness, receiving multiple awards in 2023 [12][13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook for net interest income (NII) and cash management - Management confirmed that the current level of NII can be maintained, with opportunities to shift more funds into the bank for higher profitability [34][35] Question: Update on the Comerica partnership and asset transfer - The partnership is expected to bring approximately $18 billion in assets, with a mix of various asset types [50][51] Question: Advisor recruitment and retention amid market conditions - Management reported strong advisor retention rates and a good pipeline for recruiting new advisors, emphasizing the firm's stability [47][48] Question: Expectations for cash balances and deployment - Management indicated that while cash balances are stable, there is potential for increased deployment into market investments as volatility settles [70][72]