Key Takeaways
- Aflac Q1 EPS missed estimates as revenues fell 1.9% on lower investment income and FX headwinds.
- Aflac Japan revenues declined, but new premium sales jumped 25.5% on strong product demand.
- Aflac U.S. posted revenues and premium growth, supported by higher group product sales.
Aflac Incorporated (AFL Quick QuoteAFL – Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.75, which missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.9%. However, the bottom line improved 5.4% year over year.
Adjusted revenues totaled $4.2 billion, which declined 1.9% year over year. The top line missed the consensus mark by 2.1%.
AFL’s quarterly performance was affected by lower net investment income and exchange rate. Nevertheless, the downside was partly offset by higher sales in the U.S….