Unum Group (NYSE:UNM) Releases Earnings Results, Hits Estimates

Unum Group (NYSE:UNM) posted its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday. The financial services provider reported $2.16 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, meeting analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.16, FiscalAI reports. The company had revenue of $3.39 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $2.90 billion. Unum Group had a return on equity of 12.56% and a net margin of 5.26%.Unum Group’s revenue was up .3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the business earned $1.92 EPS. Unum Group updated its FY 2026 guidance to 8.600-8.900 EPS.

Unum Group Stock Up 1.8%

Unum Group stock traded up $1.51 during trading hours on Thursday, reaching $85.14. The stock had a trading volume of 70,414 shares, compared to its average volume of 1,510,064. The business’s 50 day moving average price is $88.06 and its 200-day moving average price is $80.22. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.35, a current ratio of 0.35 and a quick ratio of 0.35. Unum Group has a 52 week low of $68.28 and a 52 week high of $93.21. The company has a market cap of $13.60 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 19.88, a PEG ratio of 0.92 and a beta of 0.25.

Unum Group Increases Dividend

The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, August 14th. Investors of record on Friday, July 24th will be given a dividend of $0.505 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, July 24th. This is an increase from Unum Group’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.46. This represents a $2.02 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.4%. Unum Group’s dividend payout ratio is 47.09%.

More Unum Group News

Here are the key news stories impacting Unum Group this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Q2 results exceeded key expectations. Unum reported adjusted operating earnings of $2.16 per share and approximately $3.37–$3.39 billion in revenue, while premium income increased to $2.82 billion from $2.75 billion a year earlier. The company also repurchased 2.5 million shares for $202.1 million, supporting per-share returns. UNM Q2 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates on Solid Premium Growth
• Positive Sentiment: Capital strength and analyst support remain favorable. Unum reported approximately a 480% weighted-average risk-based capital ratio and $1.54 billion in holding-company liquidity. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods maintained an “outperform” rating, although it reduced its price target from $110 to $108, still implying substantial upside from the referenced $83.50 price. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Price Target Update
• Neutral Sentiment: Operating trends were mixed across segments. Premium growth and core business performance were solid, but management’s outlook is being shaped by segment-level variability and interest-rate actions. Investors are likely focused on whether premium momentum can offset pressure from investment income and claims-related costs. UNM Q2 Deep Dive: Mixed Segment Trends and Rate Actions Shape Outlook
• Negative Sentiment: Full-year guidance slightly missed the consensus midpoint. Unum reiterated 2026 adjusted operating EPS guidance of $8.60 to $8.90, implying a midpoint of $8.75 versus consensus near $8.78. Reported net income also fell to $256.9 million, or $1.61 per share, from $335.6 million, or $1.92, a year earlier, reflecting lower investment income and higher costs. Unum Stock Dips as 2026 Guidance Trails Consensus

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

UNM has been the subject of a number of research analyst reports. Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of Unum Group from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, April 11th. Evercore reiterated an “outperform” rating and issued a $106.00 price target on shares of Unum Group in a report on Tuesday, July 7th. Atlantic Securities set a $88.00 price objective on Unum Group in a research note on Wednesday, July 15th. Morgan Stanley lifted their target price on Unum Group from $80.00 to $87.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Thursday, May 21st. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company increased their price target on Unum Group from $100.00 to $101.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday, July 9th. Eight analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, Unum Group has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $99.25.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Unum Group

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the company. Triumph Capital Management acquired a new stake in shares of Unum Group in the 3rd quarter worth $31,000. Ancora Advisors LLC raised its stake in Unum Group by 385.2% in the third quarter. Ancora Advisors LLC now owns 427 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $33,000 after buying an additional 339 shares during the last quarter. Danske Bank A S purchased a new stake in shares of Unum Group during the third quarter worth about $47,000. Los Angeles Capital Management LLC acquired a new position in shares of Unum Group during the fourth quarter valued at about $53,000. Finally, EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC raised its position in shares of Unum Group by 157.4% in the 2nd quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 1,851 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $149,000 after purchasing an additional 1,132 shares during the last quarter. 86.57% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Unum Group Company Profile

Unum Group (NYSE: UNM) is a leading provider of employee benefits in the United States and selected international markets, specializing in disability, life, accident and critical illness insurance. Through both fully insured and self-funded arrangements, the company offers group coverage designed to protect income and mitigate financial hardship for employees and their families. Its portfolio includes short-term and long-term disability plans, group life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) policies, as well as critical illness and hospital indemnity products.

In addition to its core product lines, Unum Group markets voluntary benefits under its Colonial Life brand, allowing employees to purchase supplemental insurance such as accident, cancer, and dental coverage directly through payroll deductions.