Lincoln National Group reported a net income of $104 million, or $0.58 per diluted share, and an adjusted operating income of $294 million, or $1.66 per diluted share. The results were driven by growth in sales, capital returns, and a strong balance sheet, despite headwinds from the pandemic and alternative investment income.
Net income EPS was $0.58, and adjusted operating EPS was $1.66.
Adjusted operating EPS included a negative impact of $0.96 primarily from pandemic-related claims.
Book Value Per Share (BVPS), including Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (AOCI), was $85.59, down 16%.
$480 million of capital was returned to shareholders, including $400 million in share repurchases.
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