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Key Takeaways UNM Q4 EPS and revenues miss estimates on lower operating income down and soft results across segments.UNM premiums increased 2% year over year, but benefits and expenses jumped 8%, pressuring quarterly results.UNM saw weaker segment income, yet expects 2026 premium growth of 4 to 7% with higher adjusted EPS.Unum Group’s (UNM) fourth-quarter 2025 operating net income of $1.92 per share missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 9%. The bottom line decreased 5.4% year over year.The quarterly result ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - CNO Financial Group achieved an operating return on equity of 11.4% for 2025, an improvement from 10% in 2024, and is on track to reach a target of 12% by 2027 [14][19] - Operating earnings per diluted share increased by 11% to $4.40, with a full-year operating earnings per share of $4.02, exceeding the high end of original guidance [5][14] - The company returned $386 million to shareholders, marking an 11% increase over 2024, and raised its quarterly common stock dividend for the 13th consecutive year [6][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The consumer division reported a record total new annualized premium (NAP) growth of 15%, with life NAP up 10% and Medicare supplement NAP up 49% for the year [8][9] - The worksite division also achieved record insurance sales, up 15% for the full year, with life insurance sales increasing by 36% [11][12] - Overall, the company experienced its 14th consecutive quarter of sales growth and 12th consecutive quarter of growth in producing agent count [4][8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total health NAP increased by 22%, marking 14 consecutive quarters of growth, while Medicare Advantage policies sold decreased by 3% for the year [9][10] - The company holds over $18 billion in client assets, up 11% from 2024, reflecting strong growth in brokerage and advisory channels [10][11] - The investment portfolio remains high quality, with 97% rated investment grade and an average rating of single A [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - CNO Financial Group focuses on the underserved middle-income market, leveraging a last-mile captive agent distribution model as a competitive advantage [5][6] - The company is investing in technology modernization with an expected investment of approximately $170 million over three years, with $20 million deployed in 2025 and $75 million expected in 2026 [22] - The strategic exit from the fee services business within the worksite division is progressing on schedule, expected to be largely complete in the first half of 2026 [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed concerns about the lack of visibility in the operating environment due to economic factors such as layoffs and job numbers, which could impact consumer behavior [28][31] - Despite potential headwinds, the company remains optimistic about the demand for Medicare products, with 11,000 Americans turning 65 each day [10][32] - The outlook for 2026 includes expected operating earnings per share between $4.25 and $4.45, reflecting an 8% increase at the midpoint from 2025 results [20][22] Other Important Information - The effective tax rate on operating income was 20.6% for the year, below the guidance of 22%-22.5%, due to tax strategies implemented in the fourth quarter [14][15] - The consolidated risk-based capital ratio was 380%, within the target range of 360%-390%, providing flexibility for growth and capital deployment [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Earnings emergence and target returns - Management indicated that the time to hit target returns varies by product, but confidence remains in meeting ROE targets due to strong sales momentum [26][27] Question: Environment impact on recruiting and agent count growth - Management expects to grow producing agent count in 2026, emphasizing productivity over sheer numbers, while acknowledging economic pressures on discretionary purchases [28][30] Question: Sustainability of growth levels - Management believes that while Medicare Advantage sales may decline, Medicare supplement sales will continue to rise due to demographic trends [39][40] Question: Impact of Medicare Advantage distribution fees - Management has reflected expected pressures in Medicare Advantage in their projections, focusing more on Medicare supplement products [42][43] Question: Capital deployment strategy - Management plans to return excess capital to shareholders through share repurchases while being measured in capital deployment [46][47] Question: Investment portfolio exposure to software - The company has a small exposure to software in its investment portfolio, with a focus on mission-critical software [69][70]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - CNO Financial Group achieved an operating return on equity of 11.4%, an improvement from 10% in 2024, and is on track to reach a target of 12% by 2027 [13][19] - Operating earnings per diluted share increased to $4.40, reflecting an 11% growth, with full-year operating earnings per share exceeding guidance at $4.02 [5][13] - The company returned $386 million to shareholders, marking an 11% increase over 2024, and raised its quarterly common stock dividend for the 13th consecutive year [7][23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The consumer division reported a record total new annualized premium (NAP) growth of 15%, with life NAP up 10% and Medicare Supplement NAP up 49% for the year [8][9] - The worksite division also saw record insurance sales, up 15% for the full year, with life insurance sales increasing by 36% [11][12] - Overall, the company experienced its 14th consecutive quarter of sales growth across both divisions [4][11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total health NAP increased by 22%, marking 14 consecutive quarters of growth, while Medicare Advantage policies sold decreased by 3% for the year [9][10] - The company holds over $18 billion in client assets, reflecting an 11% increase from 2024, with brokerage and advisory client assets up 24% [10][11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - CNO Financial Group focuses on the underserved middle-income market, leveraging a last-mile captive agent distribution model as a competitive advantage [5][8] - The company is investing in technology modernization with a planned investment of approximately $170 million over three years, with $20 million deployed in 2025 and $75 million expected in 2026 [21][22] - The strategic exit from the fee services business within the worksite division is progressing on schedule, expected to be completed in the first half of 2026 [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed concerns about the lack of visibility in the economic environment, citing potential challenges from layoffs and job market conditions affecting consumer behavior [30][31] - Despite economic pressures, the company remains optimistic about the demand for Medicare products, with 11,000 Americans turning 65 daily, presenting ongoing opportunities [10][32] - The company anticipates continued growth in producing agent count and productivity, emphasizing the importance of agent productivity over mere count [28][29] Other Important Information - The effective tax rate on operating income was 20.6%, below the guidance range, due to tax strategies implemented in the fourth quarter [14] - The company ended the year with a consolidated risk-based capital ratio of 380%, within the target range of 360%-390% [17][18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Earnings emergence and target returns - Management indicated that the time to hit target returns varies by product, but confidence remains high due to strong sales trends [25][26] Question: Environment outlook and agent count growth - Management expects to grow producing agent count in 2026, emphasizing productivity as the primary focus [28][29] Question: Sustainability of growth levels - Management acknowledged potential headwinds but remains comfortable with guidance, expecting continued growth in Medicare Supplement sales [40][42] Question: Impact of Medicare Advantage distribution fees - Management reflected expectations of pressure on Medicare Advantage, focusing more on Medicare Supplement [44] Question: Capital deployment strategy - Management plans to return excess capital to shareholders through share repurchases while being measured in capital deployment [47][48] Question: Investment portfolio exposure to software - Management reported a small exposure to software in the investment portfolio, with a focus on mission-critical software [72][73] Question: Dynamics of turning 65 and product positioning - Management expects the number of individuals turning 65 to remain stable until around 2030, presenting ongoing opportunities for the company [79][81]

Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial and operating results for the period ended December 31, 2025 February 5, 2026 Unless otherwise specified, comparisons in this presentation are between 4Q24 and 4Q25. 1 IMPORTANT LEGAL INFORMATION Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements made in this presentation should be considered forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These include statements about future results of operations and capital plans. We caution investor ...

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