Lincoln National Group reported a net income of $819 million, or $4.79 per diluted share, for Q3 2023, a significant improvement compared to the net loss of $1.8 billion in Q3 2022. However, adjusted operating income was $39 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, impacted by unfavorable notable items and challenges in the Life Insurance business. Expenses increased across all segments, and Group Protection earnings were affected by higher life severity and weaker disability incidence.