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Lincoln National Corporation (LNC)

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$34.6
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Profit since last BUY0.93%
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06/30/2025: LNC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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12 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $38.09

Year Target Price $38.09

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$38.09Target price
Low$26.58
Current$34.6
high$39.31

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 3.29%
Avg. Invested days 37
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.91B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 4.89
1Y Target Price 38.09
Price to earnings Ratio 4.89
1Y Target Price 38.09
Volume (30-day avg) 12
Beta 1.41
52 Weeks Range 26.58 - 39.31
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 26.58 - 39.31
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 5.21%
Basic EPS (TTM) 7.07

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Profitability

Profit Margin 7.18%
Operating Margin (TTM) 8.21%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.27%
Return on Equity (TTM) 16.91%

Valuation

Trailing PE 4.89
Forward PE 4.91
Enterprise Value 8472270819
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.32
Enterprise Value 8472270819
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.32
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.46
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 170734000
Shares Floating 151114865
Shares Outstanding 170734000
Shares Floating 151114865
Percent Insiders 11.28
Percent Institutions 77.15

Analyst Ratings

Rating 4
Target Price 38.09
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Strong Buy 1
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Strong Buy 1
Hold 10
Sell 1
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Lincoln National Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Lincoln National Corporation, founded in 1905 and named after Abraham Lincoln, initially focused on life insurance. Over time, it expanded into annuities, retirement plan services, and group protection products. It has grown through acquisitions and organic development, becoming a major player in the financial services industry.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Annuities: Offers fixed, variable, and indexed annuities to help individuals save for retirement and generate income.
  • Retirement Plan Services: Provides recordkeeping, investment management, and participant services to employers sponsoring retirement plans.
  • Life Insurance: Offers a range of life insurance products, including term, universal, and variable life insurance, to provide financial protection for individuals and families.
  • Group Protection: Provides group disability, life, dental, and vision insurance to employers for their employees.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The CEO is Ellen G. Cooper. The company operates with a hierarchical structure, with various business segments reporting to senior management.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Indexed Universal Life Insurance: Life insurance product that combines death benefit protection with cash value accumulation based on the performance of a market index, offers some market share, significant revenue, competitors are Pacific Life and Nationwide.
  • Variable Annuities: Provides investment options for retirement savings, with Lincoln Benefit Life being a major competitor. Lincoln Financial Group has a strong position in the variable annuity market, with over $100 Billion in assets. Competition includes Athene, Jackson, and Equitable.
  • Group Benefits: Offerings include disability, life, dental, and vision insurance, which accounted for a significant portion of Lincoln Financialu2019s revenue. Unum and MetLife are major competitors

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The financial services industry, particularly insurance and retirement products, is highly competitive and subject to regulatory changes. The industry is influenced by economic conditions, interest rates, and demographic trends.

Positioning

Lincoln National Corporation is a well-established player in the insurance and retirement solutions market, with a diversified product portfolio and a strong distribution network. The company competes with other large insurance companies, asset managers, and retirement plan providers.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for retirement and insurance products is estimated to be several trillion dollars. Lincoln Financial is well-positioned but faces intense competition to capture a larger share.

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Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition
  • Diversified product portfolio
  • Extensive distribution network
  • Solid capital position

Weaknesses

  • Sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations
  • Exposure to market volatility
  • Complex regulatory environment
  • Declining market share in some segments

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for retirement income solutions
  • Expansion into new markets
  • Development of innovative products
  • Strategic acquisitions

Threats

  • Increased competition
  • Regulatory changes
  • Economic downturns
  • Adverse claims experience

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • PRU
  • MET
  • VOYA
  • SLF
  • MFC

Competitive Landscape

Lincoln Financial faces strong competition from other large insurance companies and asset managers. LNC is trying to transform by cutting 500 jobs to streamline operations and enhance its technological resources. It has a broad product portfolio but is challenged by regulatory complexities.

Major Acquisitions

Liberty Life Assurance Company of Boston

  • Year: 2018
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 3300
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Lincoln Financial's group benefits business and enhanced its market position.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic growth. This section will be updated as soon as the current year's 10k report is available

Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be moderate, driven by increased demand for retirement income solutions. This section will be updated as soon as the current year's 10k report is available

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include cost reduction programs, product innovation, and expansion of distribution channels. Specifics will be added from the 10k report as soon as available

Summary

Lincoln National Corporation is a prominent player in the financial services sector, offering diverse insurance and retirement solutions. While boasting a strong brand and distribution network, it faces challenges from market volatility, regulation, and intense competition. Cost reduction and technological upgrades are crucial for future growth. The company's success hinges on its ability to innovate and adapt to changing market dynamics.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Industry Reports
  • Financial News Outlets
  • Analyst Reports

Disclaimers:

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About Lincoln National Corporation

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Radnor, PA, United States
IPO Launch date 1984-10-05
Chairman, President & CEO Ms. Ellen R. Gail Cooper C.F.A., F.S.A.
Sector Financial Services
Industry Insurance - Life
Full time employees 9783
Full time employees 9783

Lincoln National Corporation, through its subsidiaries, operates multiple insurance and retirement businesses in the United States. It operates through four segments: Life Insurance, Annuities, Group Protection, and Retirement Plan Services. The Life Insurance segment provides life insurance products, including term insurance, universal life insurance (UL), indexed universal life insurance, variable universal life insurance (VUL), linked-benefit UL and VUL products, and critical illness and long-term care riders. Its Annuities segment offers variable, fixed, and registered index-linked annuities. The Group Protection segment offers group non-medical insurance products consisting of short and long-term disability and statutory disability; paid family medical leave administration and absence management services; term life; dental and vision; and accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity benefits and services to the employer marketplace through various forms of employee-paid and employer-paid plans. Its Retirement Plan Services segment provides employers with retirement plan products and services primarily in the defined contribution retirement plan marketplace; individual and group variable annuities, group fixed annuities, and mutual fund-based programs; and various plan services, including plan recordkeeping, compliance testing, participant education, and trust and custodial services. It distributes its products through consultants, brokers, planners, agents, financial advisors, third-party administrators, financial institutions, and other intermediaries. Lincoln National Corporation was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania.