Aflac's $0.21 Billion Trading Volume Ranks 482nd as Stock Gains 0.63 Amid Divided Analyst Outlooks

On August 11, 2025, Aflac (AFL) traded with a volume of $0.21 billion, ranking 482nd in market activity. The stock rose 0.63% to close the session, reflecting modest momentum amid a mixed analyst outlook. Recent earnings and investment performance have shaped investor sentiment, with analysts adjusting price targets in response to evolving fundamentals.

Analysts have revised expectations for Aflac’s near-term prospects. Ryan Krueger of Keefe, Bruyette & Woods raised the price target to $108 from $106 on August 11, signaling cautious optimism. Conversely, UBS analyst Brian Meredith reduced his target to $111 from $114 a week earlier, maintaining a “Neutral” stance. The mean price target across 16 analysts stands at $106.21, a 2.6% premium to current levels, while the highest target of $124 implies a 19.8% potential upside. Analyst ratings remain split, with two “Strong Buy” recommendations, 10 “Holds,” and three “Strong Sells.”

Aflac’s business structure spans its U.S. and Japan operations, offering supplemental insurance products through brokers and corporate channels. Second-quarter results showed a 19% year-over-year revenue decline to $4.2 billion, driven by a $421 million net investment loss compared to gains in the prior-year period. However, the company exceeded revenue estimates by 2.3% and delivered adjusted earnings per share of $1.78, a 2.7% drop from the prior year but 4.1% above forecasts. Non-GAAP margin improvements partially offset revenue weakness, though full-year adjusted EPS is projected to fall 5.6% to $6.81.

Historical performance highlights Aflac’s underperformance relative to broader markets. The stock has gained just 2.6% over the past 52 weeks, lagging the S&P 500’s 20.1% rise and the Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund’s 22.8% gains. Earnings surprises have been inconsistent, with two beats and two misses in the past four quarters. Despite recent adjustments in analyst targets, the stock’s consensus rating remains “Hold,” reflecting cautious positioning ahead of macroeconomic clarity.

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