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Aflac Incorporated(AFL)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 3 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+0.3% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$120.51
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AFL

10/23/2026: AFL (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Aflac Incorporated is a leading provider of supplemental health and life insurance, with a notably strong market position in both the United States and Japan. The company is well-regarded by investors for its stable earnings, disciplined financial management, and long history of consistent dividend growth. A primary growth opportunity lies in its digital transformation and potential to expand its product footprint in the U.S. market. However, investors should monitor risks associated with its heavy geographical concentration in Japan, currency exchange rate sensitivity, and competition from large, diversified insurance carriers. Aflac remains a suitable consideration for income-focused and long-term conservative investors.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitAflac offers steady, mature growth rather than the high-growth trajectory typically sought by growth investors.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum suitability depends on the current trend; the stock is generally characterized by lower volatility.
Value investorStrong fitAflac is often viewed as a stable, well-capitalized company that may appeal to value-oriented investors.
Dividend investorStrong fitAflac's long history of consistent dividend increases makes it a strong candidate for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe company's defensive business model and long-term financial stability suit conservative risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowThe stock is generally less volatile than the broader market due to its stable business model.
Valuation riskMediumAs with any equity, share price fluctuations can impact entry points regardless of fundamental strength.
Competition risk (Diversified insurers)MediumLarger insurers with broader portfolios may compete aggressively in supplemental categories.
Business qualityStrongThe company has a long track record of consistent operational performance and dividend growth.
Dividend incomeStrongAflac's history of dividend increases provides a reliable income stream for investors.
Execution riskMediumContinued success depends on navigating complex regulatory and economic environments in the U.S. and Japan.

Price Behavior

Steady Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Steady Uptrend

The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.

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 -5.42%
Avg. Invested days 43
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AFL receives a 3-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 59.9% and approximately 99.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 10.86% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Japan Post Holdings Co Ltd 10.13%
BlackRock Inc 6.95%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 5.95%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.85%
State Street Corp 4.68%

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. Solid margins and moderate cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

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 60.42B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.96
1Y Target Price 117.33
Price to earnings Ratio 12.96
1Y Target Price 117.33
Volume (30-day avg) 1.9M shares
Beta 0.56
52 Weeks Range 103.27 - 129.57
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 103.27 - 129.57
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.93%
Basic EPS (TTM) 9.3

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Aflac JapanSupplemental insurance premiums, particularly for cancer and medical products.Japan provides a significant, consistent portion of Aflac's overall earnings.
Aflac U.S.Supplemental insurance products sold through worksite distribution.The U.S. business relies on stable, recurring payroll-deducted premiums.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 12.96
Forward PE 15.2
Enterprise Value 68.51B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.34
Enterprise Value 68.51B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.34
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.75
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 501.34M
Shares Floating 497.02M
Shares Outstanding 501.34M
Shares Floating 497.02M
Percent Insiders 10.86
Percent Institutions 59.92

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

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)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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