Aflac Incorporated (AFL)
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Why is AFL moving today?
+1.6%AFL is +1.6% today, inside the ordinary range for a session (under 3%). No stories about it reached the feed in the last 24 hours.
What this does not prove. A story on the same day is evidence of timing, not of cause: it explains a move only if it accounts for the size and the direction, and most single-stock moves carry a sector or index component too. Nothing here is a forecast.
Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 2 days ago
Aflac Incorporated (AFL) overview
Aflac is a leading provider of supplemental health and life insurance.
AFL is a member of the S&P 500. It sits in the Financials sector. That sector covers banks, insurers and capital-markets firms at the center of the economy.
Aflac Incorporated trades on the NYSE under the ticker symbol AFL. The most recent market data puts the share price at about $119.97. That is up 1.63% on the session. At that price the company is worth roughly $60.15B.
Over the past 52 weeks, AFL has traded between $105.43 and $130.22. Shares change hands at a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of about 12.9. The P/E ratio sets the share price against a year of earnings. A higher number means the market is paying more for each dollar the company earns. AFL also pays a dividend. It yields around 2.03% at the current price.
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Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 2 days ago
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Why investors watch AFL
AFL is one of the larger names in the Financials sector, so investors follow it closely. It tends to move with the rest of the sector. This page sums up each AFL story as it breaks, and tags it bullish, bearish or neutral.
What moves AFL
- Earnings. AFL reports results four times a year. A surprise against the estimate tends to move the stock that day.
- Analyst calls. Upgrades, downgrades and new price targets change what the market expects from AFL.
- Sector news. Financials stocks often move together, so a rival's news can move AFL too.
Market Mood
Latest AFL news
Aflac (AFL) Raises Dividend for 43 Years; Caution for Investors
Aflac (AFL) has increased its dividend for 43 consecutive years, a notable event for income investors. This extended streak indicates a history of consistent cash flow and shareholder returns. However, the article warns of potential challenges that income investors should consider moving forward. This information is crucial for investors seeking reliable income streams, as a strong dividend history can impact stock valuation and investor interest.
Read More: Aflac (AFL) Raises Dividend for 43 Years; Caution for Investors
Japan Post Holdings (JPST) sells Aflac shares for $1.55 million
Japan Post Holdings (JPST) sold Aflac (AFL) shares valued at $1.55 million. This transaction is significant as it reflects Japan Post's portfolio adjustments and potential liquidity needs. Investors may interpret this move as a shift in strategy regarding held investments. The sale's impact on Aflac’s stock price remains to be seen, but it indicates Japan Post's ongoing changes to their investment activities.
Read More: Japan Post Holdings (JPST) sells Aflac shares for $1.55 millionMore Financials stocks
Frequently asked questions
Is Aflac Incorporated in the S&P 500?
Yes. Aflac Incorporated trades as AFL and is a member of the S&P 500. The index lists it in the Financials sector.
What sector is AFL in?
AFL sits in the Financials sector of the S&P 500.
Where can I find the latest AFL news?
Right here. This page collects recent AFL news and market analysis. Every story gets an AI summary and a bullish, bearish or neutral tag.
What is Aflac Incorporated's stock price?
AFL last traded at about $119.97. Prices move all through the session, so this is the latest quote rather than a live one.
What is Aflac Incorporated's market cap?
AFL is worth roughly $60.15B. Market cap is the share price times the number of shares outstanding.
What is AFL's P/E ratio?
AFL trades at a trailing P/E ratio of about 12.9. The ratio compares the share price with earnings per share over the past year.