Lincoln National Q4 2019 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Lincoln National Group reported a net income of $431 million, or $2.15 per diluted share, for Q4 2019, compared to $399 million, or $1.80 per diluted share, in Q4 2018. Adjusted income from operations was $482 million, or $2.41 per diluted share, compared to $475 million, or $2.15 per diluted share in the prior year. The company's performance was driven by growth in operating revenues across all four business segments and strong equity market performance.
Net income for Q4 2019 was $431 million, or $2.15 per diluted share, up from $399 million, or $1.80 per diluted share in Q4 2018.
Adjusted income from operations for Q4 2019 was $482 million, or $2.41 per diluted share, compared to $475 million, or $2.15 per diluted share in Q4 2018.
Total Annuity net flows were $729 million in the current quarter.
Life Insurance sales were $447 million, driven by growth in individual life products and executive benefits sales.
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Forward Guidance
This press release contains forward-looking statements subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results could differ materially.
Positive Outlook
- Continued execution on expense initiatives
- Diversified mix of business
- Grew sales
- Appropriately adjusted assumptions
- Long-term track record of strong financial performance
Challenges Ahead
- Deterioration in general economic and business conditions
- Adverse global capital and credit market conditions
- Inability of subsidiaries to pay dividends to the holding company
- Legislative, regulatory or tax changes
- Actions taken by reinsurers to raise rates on in-force business
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income