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Aflac Incorporated(AFL)

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09/25/2026: AFL (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Aflac Incorporated is a leading provider of supplemental health and life insurance, with a specialized focus on voluntary workplace benefits in the U.S. and Japan. The company has a stable, cash-generative business model that has supported decades of consistent dividend growth, making it a staple for income-focused investors. Its primary growth opportunity lies in expanding its U.S. distribution and digital capabilities, while its major risks include currency exposure in Japan and intense competition within the insurance sector. Investors should monitor U.S. sales momentum, Japanese regulatory shifts, and interest rate trends, as these are critical factors for the company's long-term profitability and valuation.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitAflac is a mature, steady-state company that typically offers moderate growth rather than rapid expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often trades based on value and income characteristics rather than strong price-momentum trends.
Value investorStrong fitAflac is often considered a value stock due to its consistent earnings and long-term capital discipline.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company's history of decades of dividend increases makes it a staple for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorStrong fitIts stable business model and strong balance sheet appeal to those seeking lower volatility relative to the broader market.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumWhile generally stable, the stock is subject to currency risk and interest rate-driven sentiment shifts.
Valuation riskLowThe stock typically trades at reasonable multiples, minimizing extreme overvaluation risks.
Competition risk (Insurance)Medium / highPersistent competition from well-capitalized insurance giants creates constant pressure on pricing and margins.
Business qualityStrongAflac holds a dominant position in its niche with highly recognized brand equity.
Dividend incomeStrongThe track record of dividend growth provides high reliability for income-seeking investors.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful expansion into new U.S. product lines depends on effective execution by the management team.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -5.57%
Avg. Invested days 46
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AFL receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AFL has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, soft growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 14.7%) and strong profitability (net margin 20.9%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-33.0%), negative revenue growth (-8.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AFL's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $2.6B (14.7% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
AFL's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being free-cash-flow growth at -5.6% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while revenue growth (-8.8%, negative) and earnings growth (-33.0%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 60.1% and approximately 99.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 10.90% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Japan Post Holdings Co Ltd 10.13%
BlackRock Inc 7.21%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.02%
State Street Corp 4.70%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.63%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AFL generates approximately $389 of gross profit, $266 of operating income, and $147 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 19.57%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AFL has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 57.01B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.27
1Y Target Price 118.53
Price to earnings Ratio 12.27
1Y Target Price 118.53
Volume (30-day avg) 2.2M shares
Beta 0.58
52 Weeks Range 103.27 - 129.57
Updated Date 09/26/2026
52 Weeks Range 103.27 - 129.57
Updated Date 09/26/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.09%
Basic EPS (TTM) 9.27

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Aflac JapanSupplemental insurance products like cancer and medical coverage.The primary profit engine, though it faces long-term demographic challenges.
Aflac U.S.Voluntary supplemental insurance sold via workplace payroll deduction.The key growth engine where the company is actively expanding its sales reach.
Net Investment IncomeReturns on the premium float invested in diversified assets.A critical component of profitability that relies on stable interest rates.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 12.27
Forward PE 15.2
Enterprise Value 67.72B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.16
Enterprise Value 67.72B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.16
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.7
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 501.34M
Shares Floating 497.01M
Shares Outstanding 501.34M
Shares Floating 497.01M
Percent Insiders 10.9
Percent Institutions 60.11

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Aflac Incorporated

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Columbus, GA, United States
IPO Launch date 1984-07-19
Chairman & CEO Mr. Daniel Paul Amos
Sector Financial Services
Industry Insurance - Life
Full time employees 12716
Full time employees 12716

Aflac Incorporated, through its subsidiaries, provides supplemental health and life insurance products. It operates in two segments, Aflac Japan and Aflac U.S. The Aflac Japan segment offers cancer, medical, nursing care, whole life, and GIFT insurance products, as well as WAYS and child endowment, and Tsumitasu insurance products in Japan. Its Aflac U.S. segment provides accident, disability, cancer, critical illness, hospital indemnity, dental, vision, and life insurance products in the United States. The company also provides hearing, final expense, pet, Medicare supplement, supplemental dental and vision, short-term disability, and absence management insurance products, as well as cafeteria plans. It sells its products to individuals, families, and business owners through individual, independent corporate, and affiliated corporate agencies; banks; independent associates/career agents; and brokers. Aflac Incorporated was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Columbus, Georgia.