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MetLife Inc(MET)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 26 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+2.61% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$100.17
10/12/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MET

10/12/2026: MET (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

MetLife Inc is a global provider of insurance, annuities, and employee benefit programs. The company has a leading position in the U.S. group benefits market and a diversified international footprint that provides a solid foundation for its recurring revenue streams. Its primary growth opportunity lies in expanding its pension risk transfer and workplace benefits business. Risks include sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations, regulatory oversight, and potential margin pressure from intense competition in the insurance sector. MetLife may suit dividend-oriented and value-conscious investors looking for a stable, long-term financial holding, though investors should monitor interest rate trends and ongoing digital transformation success.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitMetLife is a mature company prioritizing stability and dividends over rapid capital appreciation.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock typically exhibits lower volatility and responds slowly to short-term market trends.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at a reasonable valuation relative to book value, appealing to value-oriented investors.
Dividend investorStrong fitMetLife provides a reliable dividend yield and has a history of consistent capital returns.
Low-risk investorStrong fitAs a large-cap, established insurer, it generally offers a stable profile suitable for risk-averse portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumInsurance stocks often fluctuate based on interest rate expectations and equity market performance.
Valuation riskLowThe company generally maintains valuation multiples consistent with industry averages.
Competition risk (Insurance)Medium / highIntense pricing competition in the group benefits and annuity segments can compress margins.
Business qualityStrongMetLife possesses a resilient business model and strong market position in several segments.
Dividend incomeStrongThe company has a sustained track record of returning capital to shareholders via dividends.
Execution riskMediumIntegrating acquisitions and managing digital transformation requires effective operational execution.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -8.77%
Avg. Invested days 35
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
MET has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 23.5%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-23.7%), moderate revenue growth (+8.6%), soft profitability (net margin 4.4%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
MET's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $18.1B (23.5% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is MET's strongest growth driver at +19.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-23.7%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 78.3% and approximately 83.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 16.35% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.15%
Dodge & Cox 7.62%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 5.58%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.73%
State Street Corp 3.99%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
MET generates approximately $364 of gross profit, $60 of operating income, and $235 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 26.99%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 62.49B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 18.84
1Y Target Price 107.19
Price to earnings Ratio 18.84
1Y Target Price 107.19
Volume (30-day avg) 3.1M shares
Beta 0.78
52 Weeks Range 66.41 - 100.93
Updated Date 10/11/2026
52 Weeks Range 66.41 - 100.93
Updated Date 10/11/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.33%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.22

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Group BenefitsLife, dental, disability, and vision insurance for employer groups.This is a stable, recurring revenue stream driven by corporate workplace contracts.
Retirement and IncomeAnnuities and pension risk transfers for institutions and individuals.This segment benefits when interest rates are stable or rising, aiding profitability.
Investment IncomeReturns on the company's massive portfolio of invested premiums.The company acts like an asset manager, turning held premiums into profit through long-term investments.

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 18.84
Forward PE 10.54
Enterprise Value 81.88B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.79
Enterprise Value 81.88B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.79
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.05
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 635.48M
Shares Floating 531.20M
Shares Outstanding 635.48M
Shares Floating 531.20M
Percent Insiders 16.35
Percent Institutions 78.35

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)

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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)

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)

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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)

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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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