Rising Sales & Declining Cash Flows: The Aflac Investor Dilemma

Key Takeaways Aflac sales rose 18.7% in Japan and 3.1% in the United States in the first half of the year.Cost discipline supported a 22.5% U.S. pretax margin in the second quarter.Operating cash flow fell for four straight years, down 10.5% in early 2025.Aflac Incorporated (AFL) is well-poised for growth on the back of expanding sales in both Japan and the United States, a trusted brand, innovative product offerings, strict underwriting discipline and effective cost management. The company’s stability, def ...