Aflac Q4 Earnings Miss Estimates on Lower Japan Net Premiums Earned
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Aflac's Q4 earnings missed estimates due to lower net premiums earned in Japan, although this was partially offset by higher premiums in the U.S. segment.
February 06, 2025 | 6:45 pm
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Aflac's Q4 earnings were below expectations due to a decline in net premiums earned in Japan, though U.S. premiums saw an increase.
The decline in Japan's net premiums significantly impacted Aflac's overall earnings, leading to a miss in estimates. While U.S. premiums increased, they were not enough to fully counterbalance the decline in Japan, suggesting a negative short-term impact on AFL's stock price.
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