Aegon(US:AEG) 智通财经网·2025-08-21 15:18Core Viewpoint - The company has reported a significant turnaround in its financial performance, achieving profitability in the first half of 2025 after a loss in the same period of 2024 [1] Financial Performance - The company recorded a net profit of €606 million in the first half of 2025, compared to a net loss of €65 million in the first half of 2024, indicating a strong recovery [1] - Operating profit reached €845 million, representing a 19% year-over-year increase, primarily driven by growth in the U.S. business [1] Dividend and Share Buyback - The company has increased its mid-year dividend to €0.19 per share, up by €0.03 from 2024 [1] - The share buyback program has been expanded from €200 million to €400 million, with plans to complete it in the second half of 2025 [1]