Aflac Incorporated (AFL) 71.97 $AFL
Shares of AFL Up 20.5% Since Uptrend Call on Shares
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Aug 04, 1:21AM CDT
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Aflac (NYSE:AFL) on February 22nd, 2016 at $59.75. In approximately 5 months, Aflac has returned 20.46% as of today's recent price of $71.97.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac (AFL) Q2 Earnings Beat, Revenues Miss; View Retained
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 29, 10:12AM CDT
Aflac Incorporated's (AFL) second-quarter 2016 operating earnings per share of $1.71 beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.68 by about 1.8%.
PGR: 33.01 (+0.46), BRO: 36.60 (+0.11), RLI: 68.32 (+0.04), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac Incorporated Announces Second Quarter Results, Affirms 2016 Operating EPS and Sales Outlook, Declares Third Quarter Cash Dividend
PR Newswire - Thu Jul 28, 3:21PM CDT
Aflac Incorporated today reported its second quarter results.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac (AFL) Breaks Through Support at $73.16
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Jul 28, 8:49AM CDT
Aflac (NYSE:AFL) has opened bearishly below the pivot of $73.56 today and has reached the first level of support at $73.16. Investors may be interested in a cross of the next downside pivot targets of $72.95 and $72.34.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Survey Says Aflac is Top Choice for Benefits Brokers
PR Newswire - Wed Jul 27, 3:35PM CDT
Aflac, the leading provider of voluntary insurance at the worksite in the United States, announced today that it ranked No. 1 as the "go-to supplemental sales partner" in a new survey of insurance benefits brokers conducted by Employee Benefit Adviser Magazine. Aflac came out on top as the voluntary insurance company with which they most preferred to conduct business. The survey took place over a 2.5-week period in June 2016, resulting in a list of 11 vendors.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Can Alliance Data (ADS) Deliver a Surprise in Q2 Earnings?
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Jul 19, 7:37AM CDT
Alliance Data Systems Corporation (ADS) is scheduled to report second-quarter results before the opening bell on Jul 21. Let's see how things are shaping up for this announcement.
GPN: 73.16 (+1.66), AXP: 63.83 (+0.36), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35), ADS: 222.32 (-0.27)
Will UnitedHealth (UNH) Continue to Beat on Earnings in Q2?
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 15, 10:14AM CDT
UnitedHealth (UNH) will report second-quarter results on Jul 19, our proven model does not conclusively show that it will likely beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate.
CNC: 71.54 (+2.68), GILD: 80.09 (+0.52), UNH: 142.88 (-0.29), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Why Aflac Incorporated (AFL) Stock Might be a Great Pick
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 15, 7:47AM CDT
Aflac Incorporated is seeing solid earnings estimate revision activity and is a great company from a Zacks Industry Rank perspective.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
SmarTrend Watching for Potential Rebound in Shares of Aflac After 1.30% Loss
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Jul 07, 1:16PM CDT
Aflac (NYSE:AFL) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $71.17 to a high of $72.16. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.3%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $71.18 on volume of 879,000 shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac Hits 52-Week High on Rating Action, Strong Performance
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Jun 23, 6:36AM CDT
Aflac touched a 52 week high prompted by the rating affirmation, continuing favorable results
TMK: 61.55 (+0.60), AMSF: 56.13 (+0.27), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35), UAM: 7.40 (+0.03)
A.M. Best Affirms Ratings of Aflac Incorporated and Its Subsidiaries
BusinessWire - Wed Jun 22, 9:27AM CDT
A.M. Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A+ (Superior) and the issuer credit ratings (ICR) of "aa-" of American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus (Omaha, NE), American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus (Japan Branch), American Family Life Assurance Company of New York (New York, NY) and Continental American Insurance Company (Continental American) (Columbia, SC). These companies represent the life/health insurance subsidiaries of Aflac Incorporated (Aflac) (Columbus, GA) [NYSE: AFL]. Concurrently, A.M. Best has affirmed the ICR of "a-" and all existing issue ratings of Aflac. The outlook for each rating is stable. (See below for a detailed listing of issue ratings.)
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
3 Rock-Steady Insurers in an Erratic Market
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Jun 14, 9:52AM CDT
Amid all the looming market uncertainty, we have picked some solid insurers that have the potential to boost one's portfolio even more.
AMSF: 56.13 (+0.27), UNM: 33.57 (+0.71), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac Honored as One of the 100 Best Places to Work in IT by IDG's Computerworld
PR Newswire - Mon Jun 13, 2:00PM CDT
Aflac, the leading provider of voluntary insurance at the worksite in the United States, announced today it has been named to Computerworld's 2016 list of Best Places to Work in Information Technology (IT). According to Computerworld, Aflac is one of 100 top organizations that challenge their IT teams while providing great benefits and compensation. Aflac ranked No. 49 among large organizations, making this the 16th appearance on the list for the insurer.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac Poised for Long-Term Growth Despite Low Interest Rates
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon May 30, 7:15AM CDT
On May 27, 2016, we issued an updated research report on Aflac Incorporated (AFL).
AMSF: 56.13 (+0.27), EIG: 27.80 (-0.07), TRUP: 15.04 (-0.68), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Amerisafe Poised for Growth Despite Escalating Expenses
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu May 26, 9:43AM CDT
On May 25, we issued an updated research report on Amerisafe, Inc. (AMSF).
AMSF: 56.13 (+0.27), EIG: 27.80 (-0.07), TRUP: 15.04 (-0.68), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Qorvo, Applied Materials, VeriSign and Aflac
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu May 26, 8:30AM CDT
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Qorvo, Applied Materials, VeriSign and Aflac
VRSN: 84.86 (+0.63), QRVO: 55.12 (-6.33), AMAT: 26.20 (+0.23), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
4 Stocks to Buy as S&P 500 Hits 2-Month High
Swarup Gupta - Zacks Investment Research - Wed May 25, 9:39AM CDT
S&P 500 logged its highest one-day gain in percentage terms since Mar 11 on Tuesday.
VRSN: 84.86 (+0.63), QRVO: 55.12 (-6.33), FB: 122.51 (-0.58), AMAT: 26.20 (+0.23), GOOGL: 798.92 (-1.20), BRK.B: 143.63 (+0.32), MSFT: 56.97 (+0.39), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35), AAPL: 105.79 (+1.31), CRM: 80.41 (-0.09)
Amerisafe (AMSF) Reaches New 52-Week High on Strong Q1
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue May 24, 7:15AM CDT
On May 23, 2016, shares of Amerisafe, Inc. (AMSF) hit a 52-week high of $59.73, driven by better-than-expected first-quarter 2016 results.
AMSF: 56.13 (+0.27), EIG: 27.80 (-0.07), TRUP: 15.04 (-0.68), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Downgrade Alert for Aflac (AFL)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue May 24, 3:10AM CDT
Aflac (NYSE:AFL) was downgraded from Buy to Hold at Sandler O'Neill today. The stock closed yesterday at $68.51 on volume of 1.5 million shares, below average daily volume of 2.3 million. There is potential upside of 0.2% for shares of Aflac based on a current price of $68.50 and an average consensus analyst price target of $68.67. The stock should discover initial support at its 50-day moving average (MA) of $64.30 and subsequent support at its 200-day MA of $61.43.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Next Support Level for Aflac (AFL) is $68.25
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Mon May 23, 8:42AM CDT
Shares of Aflac (NYSE:AFL) opened today below their pivot of $68.67 and have already reached the first level of support at $68.49. Investors may be interested in a cross of the next downside pivot targets of $68.25 and $67.83.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Shares of AFL Up 20.5% Since Uptrend Call on Shares
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Aug 04, 1:21AM CDT
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Aflac (NYSE:AFL) on February 22nd, 2016 at $59.75. In approximately 5 months, Aflac has returned 20.46% as of today's recent price of $71.97.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac (AFL) Q2 Earnings Beat, Revenues Miss; View Retained
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 29, 10:12AM CDT
Aflac Incorporated's (AFL) second-quarter 2016 operating earnings per share of $1.71 beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.68 by about 1.8%.
PGR: 33.01 (+0.46), BRO: 36.60 (+0.11), RLI: 68.32 (+0.04), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac Incorporated Announces Second Quarter Results, Affirms 2016 Operating EPS and Sales Outlook, Declares Third Quarter Cash Dividend
PR Newswire - Thu Jul 28, 3:21PM CDT
Aflac Incorporated today reported its second quarter results.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac (AFL) Breaks Through Support at $73.16
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Jul 28, 8:49AM CDT
Aflac (NYSE:AFL) has opened bearishly below the pivot of $73.56 today and has reached the first level of support at $73.16. Investors may be interested in a cross of the next downside pivot targets of $72.95 and $72.34.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Survey Says Aflac is Top Choice for Benefits Brokers
PR Newswire - Wed Jul 27, 3:35PM CDT
Aflac, the leading provider of voluntary insurance at the worksite in the United States, announced today that it ranked No. 1 as the "go-to supplemental sales partner" in a new survey of insurance benefits brokers conducted by Employee Benefit Adviser Magazine. Aflac came out on top as the voluntary insurance company with which they most preferred to conduct business. The survey took place over a 2.5-week period in June 2016, resulting in a list of 11 vendors.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Can Alliance Data (ADS) Deliver a Surprise in Q2 Earnings?
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Jul 19, 7:37AM CDT
Alliance Data Systems Corporation (ADS) is scheduled to report second-quarter results before the opening bell on Jul 21. Let's see how things are shaping up for this announcement.
GPN: 73.16 (+1.66), AXP: 63.83 (+0.36), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35), ADS: 222.32 (-0.27)
Will UnitedHealth (UNH) Continue to Beat on Earnings in Q2?
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 15, 10:14AM CDT
UnitedHealth (UNH) will report second-quarter results on Jul 19, our proven model does not conclusively show that it will likely beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate.
CNC: 71.54 (+2.68), GILD: 80.09 (+0.52), UNH: 142.88 (-0.29), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Why Aflac Incorporated (AFL) Stock Might be a Great Pick
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jul 15, 7:47AM CDT
Aflac Incorporated is seeing solid earnings estimate revision activity and is a great company from a Zacks Industry Rank perspective.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
SmarTrend Watching for Potential Rebound in Shares of Aflac After 1.30% Loss
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Jul 07, 1:16PM CDT
Aflac (NYSE:AFL) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $71.17 to a high of $72.16. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.3%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $71.18 on volume of 879,000 shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac Hits 52-Week High on Rating Action, Strong Performance
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Jun 23, 6:36AM CDT
Aflac touched a 52 week high prompted by the rating affirmation, continuing favorable results
TMK: 61.55 (+0.60), AMSF: 56.13 (+0.27), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35), UAM: 7.40 (+0.03)
A.M. Best Affirms Ratings of Aflac Incorporated and Its Subsidiaries
BusinessWire - Wed Jun 22, 9:27AM CDT
A.M. Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A+ (Superior) and the issuer credit ratings (ICR) of "aa-" of American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus (Omaha, NE), American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus (Japan Branch), American Family Life Assurance Company of New York (New York, NY) and Continental American Insurance Company (Continental American) (Columbia, SC). These companies represent the life/health insurance subsidiaries of Aflac Incorporated (Aflac) (Columbus, GA) [NYSE: AFL]. Concurrently, A.M. Best has affirmed the ICR of "a-" and all existing issue ratings of Aflac. The outlook for each rating is stable. (See below for a detailed listing of issue ratings.)
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
3 Rock-Steady Insurers in an Erratic Market
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Jun 14, 9:52AM CDT
Amid all the looming market uncertainty, we have picked some solid insurers that have the potential to boost one's portfolio even more.
AMSF: 56.13 (+0.27), UNM: 33.57 (+0.71), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac Honored as One of the 100 Best Places to Work in IT by IDG's Computerworld
PR Newswire - Mon Jun 13, 2:00PM CDT
Aflac, the leading provider of voluntary insurance at the worksite in the United States, announced today it has been named to Computerworld's 2016 list of Best Places to Work in Information Technology (IT). According to Computerworld, Aflac is one of 100 top organizations that challenge their IT teams while providing great benefits and compensation. Aflac ranked No. 49 among large organizations, making this the 16th appearance on the list for the insurer.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Aflac Poised for Long-Term Growth Despite Low Interest Rates
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon May 30, 7:15AM CDT
On May 27, 2016, we issued an updated research report on Aflac Incorporated (AFL).
AMSF: 56.13 (+0.27), EIG: 27.80 (-0.07), TRUP: 15.04 (-0.68), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Amerisafe Poised for Growth Despite Escalating Expenses
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu May 26, 9:43AM CDT
On May 25, we issued an updated research report on Amerisafe, Inc. (AMSF).
AMSF: 56.13 (+0.27), EIG: 27.80 (-0.07), TRUP: 15.04 (-0.68), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Qorvo, Applied Materials, VeriSign and Aflac
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu May 26, 8:30AM CDT
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Qorvo, Applied Materials, VeriSign and Aflac
VRSN: 84.86 (+0.63), QRVO: 55.12 (-6.33), AMAT: 26.20 (+0.23), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
4 Stocks to Buy as S&P 500 Hits 2-Month High
Swarup Gupta - Zacks Investment Research - Wed May 25, 9:39AM CDT
S&P 500 logged its highest one-day gain in percentage terms since Mar 11 on Tuesday.
VRSN: 84.86 (+0.63), QRVO: 55.12 (-6.33), FB: 122.51 (-0.58), AMAT: 26.20 (+0.23), GOOGL: 798.92 (-1.20), BRK.B: 143.63 (+0.32), MSFT: 56.97 (+0.39), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35), AAPL: 105.79 (+1.31), CRM: 80.41 (-0.09)
Amerisafe (AMSF) Reaches New 52-Week High on Strong Q1
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue May 24, 7:15AM CDT
On May 23, 2016, shares of Amerisafe, Inc. (AMSF) hit a 52-week high of $59.73, driven by better-than-expected first-quarter 2016 results.
AMSF: 56.13 (+0.27), EIG: 27.80 (-0.07), TRUP: 15.04 (-0.68), AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Downgrade Alert for Aflac (AFL)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue May 24, 3:10AM CDT
Aflac (NYSE:AFL) was downgraded from Buy to Hold at Sandler O'Neill today. The stock closed yesterday at $68.51 on volume of 1.5 million shares, below average daily volume of 2.3 million. There is potential upside of 0.2% for shares of Aflac based on a current price of $68.50 and an average consensus analyst price target of $68.67. The stock should discover initial support at its 50-day moving average (MA) of $64.30 and subsequent support at its 200-day MA of $61.43.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
Next Support Level for Aflac (AFL) is $68.25
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Mon May 23, 8:42AM CDT
Shares of Aflac (NYSE:AFL) opened today below their pivot of $68.67 and have already reached the first level of support at $68.49. Investors may be interested in a cross of the next downside pivot targets of $68.25 and $67.83.
AFL: 71.97 (+0.35)
