Prudential Financial, Inc.'s Stock Analysis

Prudential Financial Reports Preliminary Q4 2025 Financial Results

Prudential Financial disclosed preliminary financial information for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. The PGIM segment reported assets under management of $1.47 trillion, with other related revenues, net of expenses, estimated at approximately $55 million on an adjusted operating income basis. This revenue includes various fees and income from investments.

Additionally, the alternative investment income from the Company's General Account is projected to be between $5 million and $25 million below expectations for the quarter. It is important to note that these financial figures are preliminary and unaudited, as the company has not yet completed its financial closing procedures for the period, indicating that actual results may differ significantly from these estimates.

Jan 15, 2026 16:18:54

Prudential Financial Announces Leadership Changes and Realignment

Prudential Financial, Inc. has announced a leadership change as part of an internal reorganization. Caroline A. Feeney, the Executive Vice President and Global Head of Retirement and Insurance, will be leaving the company effective February 2, 2026, as her position is being eliminated. Phil Waldeck has been appointed as the new executive vice president and head of Prudential’s U.S. Businesses, effective on the same date. This restructuring aims to streamline operations and enhance focus on key growth areas within the company's largest markets.

The leadership realignment will have leaders from Prudential’s U.S. businesses, Emerging Markets, the Japan Group, and asset management business PGIM reporting directly to CEO Andrew Sullivan. This change is intended to support the company's long-term growth strategy and improve accountability across its global operations. The company manages approximately $1.6 trillion in assets as of September 30, 2025, and aims to create more financial opportunities through enhanced leadership and strategic alignment.

Dec 22, 2025 08:31:34

Prudential Financial Announces $1 Billion Share Repurchase Plan

Prudential Financial, Inc. has received authorization from its Board of Directors to repurchase up to $1.0 billion of its common stock. This repurchase program is set to take place from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026.

Management will determine the timing and amount of the share repurchases based on market conditions and other factors. The repurchases may occur in the open market or through various negotiated transactions that comply with relevant regulations.

Dec 10, 2025 16:17:07

Prudential Financial Reports Significant Increase in Q3 Earnings

Prudential Financial, Inc. reported net income of $1.431 billion, or $4.01 per share, for the third quarter of 2025, a substantial increase from $448 million, or $1.24 per share, in the same quarter of 2024. The after-tax adjusted operating income also rose to $1.521 billion, or $4.26 per share, compared to $1.208 billion, or $3.33 per share, in the prior year. The company’s book value per share increased to $90.69 from $84.47, and adjusted book value per share rose to $99.25 from $98.71. Total assets under management reached $1.612 trillion, up from $1.558 trillion a year ago, and capital returned to shareholders amounted to $731 million in the quarter, including $250 million in share repurchases and $481 million in dividends.

The company’s U.S. Businesses segment reported an adjusted operating income of $1.149 billion, driven by improved investment spread results and underwriting, while the International Businesses segment saw an increase to $881 million in adjusted operating income. PGIM, Prudential’s investment management division, experienced a slight rise in adjusted operating income to $244 million. The Group Insurance and Individual Life segments also reported gains in adjusted operating income. Overall, Prudential’s results reflect strong performance across various business units, with a focus on enhancing shareholder value through strategic initiatives and improved operational efficiency.

Oct 29, 2025 16:21:00

Prudential Financial Elects Joseph Wolk to Board of Directors

Prudential Financial, Inc. has appointed Joseph J. Wolk as an independent director, effective September 30, 2025. Wolk will serve on the Audit and Finance Committees and is entitled to compensation as outlined in the Non-Employee Director Compensation Summary. He currently holds the position of executive vice president and chief financial officer at Johnson & Johnson, where he has been instrumental in shaping financial strategy and managing significant operational transformations.

Wolk's career at Johnson & Johnson began in 1998, during which he has taken on several senior financial roles. He is recognized for leading the company's long-term financial strategy and has been involved in the separation of its consumer health business. His educational background includes a JD from Temple University and a bachelor's degree in finance from Saint Joseph’s University. Prudential Financial, as of June 30, 2025, manages approximately $1.6 trillion in assets and operates globally across various regions.

Sep 30, 2025 09:00:38

Prudential Financial Reports Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Results

Prudential Financial, Inc. reported a net income of $533 million, or $1.48 per share, for the second quarter of 2025, a significant decrease from $1.198 billion, or $3.28 per share, in the same quarter of 2024. The current quarter's results included a net after-tax charge of $134 million due to annual assumption updates, contrasting with a benefit of $679 million in the previous year. However, the after-tax adjusted operating income rose to $1.284 billion, or $3.58 per share, compared to $1.197 billion, or $3.28 per share, for the prior year. The company's book value per share increased to $85.98 from $77.51 year-over-year, while adjusted book value per share slightly decreased to $96.41 from $98.42. Capital returned to shareholders totaled $735 million, comprising $250 million in share repurchases and $485 million in dividends, with a dividend yield of 5.6% on adjusted book value.

In terms of business performance, Prudential's global investment management segment, PGIM, reported an adjusted operating income of $229 million, up from $206 million year-over-year. The U.S. Businesses segment saw a decline in adjusted operating income to $955 million from $1,023 million, impacted by unfavorable annual assumption updates. The International Businesses segment's adjusted operating income increased to $761 million from $702 million, driven by improved underwriting results. The company also reported $1.580 trillion in assets under management, an increase from $1.482 trillion in the previous year. Overall, Prudential's financial results indicate a mixed performance across its segments amid ongoing market conditions.

Jul 30, 2025 16:22:03

Prudential Financial Reports Preliminary Q2 2025 Financial Data

Prudential Financial has provided preliminary financial information for the quarter ending June 30, 2025, indicating that assets under management in the PGIM segment reached $1.44 trillion. The PGIM segment reported approximately $50 million in other related revenues, while the General Account's alternative investment income is estimated to fall between $55 million and $75 million below expectations.

The company anticipates a negative impact of approximately $100 million on adjusted operating income for the Individual Retirement Strategies segment, attributed to one-time charges and ongoing quarterly effects. These figures are preliminary and unaudited, with actual results subject to change upon completion of financial closing procedures.

Jul 15, 2025 16:20:58

Prudential Financial Appoints Tom Stoddard to Board of Directors

Prudential Financial, Inc. has announced the election of Tom Stoddard as an independent director on its Board, effective June 30, 2025. Stoddard will also serve on the Board’s Audit and Investment Committees. He brings 35 years of experience in the financial services sector, having recently retired as vice chairman of Global Investment Banking at Bank of America and previously serving in executive roles at Athora Ltd. and Aviva plc. His extensive background in insurance and investment banking is expected to contribute to Prudential's growth strategy.

In addition to his corporate roles, Stoddard has served as a senior advisor to McKinsey & Company and held a position at Blackstone, advising on significant financial restructurings. He has a JD from the University of Chicago Law School and a bachelor’s degree in economics from Swarthmore College. Prudential Financial is a global financial services leader with approximately $1.5 trillion in assets under management as of March 31, 2025.

Jun 30, 2025 09:13:41

Prudential Financial Reports Lower Net Income for Q1 2025

Prudential Financial, Inc. announced its first quarter 2025 results, reporting a net income of $707 million, or $1.96 per share, compared to $1.138 billion, or $3.12 per share, in the same quarter of the previous year. However, the company's after-tax adjusted operating income increased to $1.188 billion, or $3.29 per share, from $1.115 billion, or $3.05 per share, in the prior year. The book value per common share rose to $83.59 from $75.00 a year ago, while adjusted book value slightly decreased to $96.37 from $97.03. The company also reported $4.9 billion in highly liquid assets and $1.522 trillion in assets under management, marking an increase from the previous year’s figures.

In terms of capital returns, Prudential returned $736 million to shareholders, which included $250 million in share repurchases and $486 million in dividends, maintaining a dividend of $1.35 per common share. The first quarter showed growth in the U.S. Businesses segment, with adjusted operating income rising to $931 million from $805 million year-over-year. The international business segment reported adjusted operating income of $848 million, down from $896 million, mainly due to lower net investment spread results and currency impacts. Overall, Prudential's performance reflects a mix of growth in adjusted operating income alongside a decline in net income.

Apr 30, 2025 16:20:21

Prudential Financial Settles Derivative Litigation for $10 Million

Prudential Financial, Inc. has reached a proposed settlement in a stockholder derivative action, where the Individual Defendants will pay $10 million to the company. This settlement is intended to resolve claims related to breaches of fiduciary duty concerning oversight and disclosures about life insurance policies acquired from The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. The settlement aims to benefit Prudential by resolving the litigation without further costs and uncertainties associated with continued prosecution.

However, the Individual Defendants have denied all allegations of wrongdoing and maintain that they acted in accordance with their fiduciary duties. The settlement does not include a claims procedure since it is not a class action, and the payment will go to Prudential rather than directly to stockholders. The Court will hold a hearing to determine the approval of the settlement, which is expected to dismiss the derivative action with prejudice.

Apr 14, 2025 16:15:53