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Lincoln National (LNC)


Market Price (12/26/2025): $45.96 | Market Cap: $8.3 Bil
Sector: Financials | Industry: Multi-line Insurance

Lincoln National (LNC)


Market Price (12/26/2025): $45.96
Market Cap: $8.3 Bil
Sector: Financials
Industry: Multi-line Insurance

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.


0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 29%, Dividend Yield is 3.8%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 25%
Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is -0.5%, Dist 3Y High is -0.5%
Key risks
LNC key risks include [1] vulnerability to financial strength rating downgrades due to concerns over its capital and RBC ratio, Show more.
1 Cash is significant % of market cap
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is -340%
  
2 Strong revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 35%
  
3 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 39%
  
4 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Fintech & Digital Payments, and AI in Financial Services. Themes include Wealth Management Technology, AI for Fraud Detection, Show more.
  
0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 29%, Dividend Yield is 3.8%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 25%
1 Cash is significant % of market cap
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is -340%
2 Strong revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 35%
3 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 39%
4 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Fintech & Digital Payments, and AI in Financial Services. Themes include Wealth Management Technology, AI for Fraud Detection, Show more.
5 Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is -0.5%, Dist 3Y High is -0.5%
6 Key risks
LNC key risks include [1] vulnerability to financial strength rating downgrades due to concerns over its capital and RBC ratio, Show more.

Valuation, Metrics & Events

LNC Stock


Why The Stock Moved


Qualitative Assessment

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Here are five key points explaining the movement of Lincoln National (LNC) stock from approximately August 31, 2025, to December 26, 2025: 1. Strong Q3 2025 Earnings Beat: Lincoln National reported its third-quarter 2025 financial results on October 30, 2025, where adjusted operating income available to common stockholders reached $2.04 per diluted share, significantly surpassing Zacks Consensus Estimates of $1.84 to $1.86 per share. This earnings beat, despite a slight revenue miss, led to a positive market reaction, with the stock rising 5.9% in pre-market trading.

2. Robust Performance Across Key Business Segments: The company demonstrated broad-based momentum across all its core businesses during Q3 2025. Annuities delivered year-over-year earnings growth driven by higher account balances, reaching a record high of $174 billion, and a 32% increase in sales. Life Insurance posted improved earnings due to stable mortality and operational efficiencies, with sales more than doubling compared to the prior-year quarter. Group Protection and Retirement Plan Services also reported strong performance, with increased premiums and positive net flows, respectively.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 15.8% change in LNC stock from 9/25/2025 to 12/25/2025 was primarily driven by a 81.7% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
925202512252025Change
Stock Price ($)39.7446.0115.79%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)18063.0018456.002.18%
Net Income Margin (%)6.29%11.43%81.70%
P/E Multiple6.203.92-36.69%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)177.18179.85-1.51%
Cumulative Contribution15.76%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

9/25/2025 to 12/25/2025
ReturnCorrelation
LNC15.8% 
Market (SPY)4.9%51.5%
Sector (XLF)4.2%73.6%

Fundamental Drivers

The 36.6% change in LNC stock from 6/26/2025 to 12/25/2025 was primarily driven by a 59.5% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
626202512252025Change
Stock Price ($)33.6846.0136.59%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)18591.0018456.00-0.73%
Net Income Margin (%)7.16%11.43%59.49%
P/E Multiple4.333.92-9.44%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)171.32179.85-4.98%
Cumulative Contribution36.25%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

6/26/2025 to 12/25/2025
ReturnCorrelation
LNC36.6% 
Market (SPY)13.1%40.6%
Sector (XLF)8.0%54.5%

Fundamental Drivers

The 52.8% change in LNC stock from 12/25/2024 to 12/25/2025 was primarily driven by a 339.8% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
1225202412252025Change
Stock Price ($)30.1146.0152.80%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)13625.0018456.0035.46%
Net Income Margin (%)2.60%11.43%339.82%
P/E Multiple14.533.92-72.99%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)170.77179.85-5.31%
Cumulative Contribution52.37%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/25/2024 to 12/25/2025
ReturnCorrelation
LNC52.8% 
Market (SPY)15.8%71.5%
Sector (XLF)14.9%76.3%

Fundamental Drivers

The 83.8% change in LNC stock from 12/26/2022 to 12/25/2025 was primarily driven by a 189.9% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
1226202212252025Change
Stock Price ($)25.0446.0183.78%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)18122.0018456.001.84%
Net Income Margin (%)17.32%11.43%-34.03%
P/E Multiple1.353.92189.88%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)169.71179.85-5.97%
Cumulative Contribution83.12%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/26/2023 to 12/25/2025
ReturnCorrelation
LNC88.5% 
Market (SPY)48.3%60.0%
Sector (XLF)52.6%72.2%

Return vs. Risk


Price Returns Compared

 202020212022202320242025Total [1]
Returns
LNC Return-11%39%-54%-6%25%52%3%
Peers Return-3%36%4%8%18%8%89%
S&P 500 Return16%27%-19%24%23%18%115%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
LNC Win Rate50%67%25%42%58%67% 
Peers Win Rate60%63%53%58%57%58% 
S&P 500 Win Rate58%75%42%67%75%73% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
LNC Max Drawdown-71%-9%-56%-36%-3%-7% 
Peers Max Drawdown-55%-3%-15%-19%-4%-14% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-31%-1%-25%-1%-2%-15% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2020
[2] Peers: PRU, MET, PFG, EQH, VOYA. See LNC Returns vs. Peers.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2025 data is for the year up to 12/24/2025 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

Unique KeyEventLNCS&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock2022 Inflation Shock  
2022 Inflation Shock% Loss% Loss-74.9%-25.4%
2022 Inflation Shock% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven298.4%34.1%
2022 Inflation ShockTime to BreakevenTime to BreakevenNot Fully Recovered days464 days
2020 Covid Pandemic2020 Covid Pandemic  
2020 Covid Pandemic% Loss% Loss-72.1%-33.9%
2020 Covid Pandemic% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven258.6%51.3%
2020 Covid PandemicTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven355 days148 days
2018 Correction2018 Correction  
2018 Correction% Loss% Loss-43.2%-19.8%
2018 Correction% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven76.1%24.7%
2018 CorrectionTime to BreakevenTime to BreakevenNot Fully Recovered days120 days
2008 Global Financial Crisis2008 Global Financial Crisis  
2008 Global Financial Crisis% Loss% Loss-93.3%-56.8%
2008 Global Financial Crisis% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven1386.2%131.3%
2008 Global Financial CrisisTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven3,132 days1,480 days

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In The Past

Lincoln National's stock fell -74.9% during the 2022 Inflation Shock from a high on 11/3/2021. A -74.9% loss requires a 298.4% gain to breakeven.

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About Lincoln National (LNC)

Lincoln National Corporation, through its subsidiaries, operates multiple insurance and retirement businesses in the United States. It operates through four segments: Annuities, Retirement Plan Services, Life Insurance, and Group Protection. The Annuities segment offers fixed, variable, and indexed variable annuities. The Retirement Plan Services segment provides employers with retirement plan products and services primarily in the defined contribution retirement plan marketplace. This segment offers individual and group variable annuities, group fixed annuities, and mutual fund-based programs; and a range of plan services, including plan recordkeeping, compliance testing, participant education, and trust and custodial services. The Life Insurance segment provides life insurance products, including term insurance, such as single and survivorship versions of universal life insurance; variable universal life insurance; indexed universal life insurance products; and critical illness and long-term care riders. The Group Protection segment offers group non-medical insurance products comprising short and long-term disability, statutory disability and paid family medical leave administration and absence management services, term life, dental, vision and accident, and critical illness benefits and services to the employer marketplace through various forms of employee-paid and employer-paid plans. The company distributes its products through consultants, brokers, planners, agents, financial advisors, third-party administrators, and other intermediaries. Lincoln National Corporation was founded in 1905 and is based in Radnor, Pennsylvania.

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  • A **Prudential Financial** focused on life insurance, annuities, and retirement solutions.
  • Similar to **MetLife**, providing life insurance, annuities, and group benefits.

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  • Life Insurance: Provides various individual life insurance policies (e.g., term, universal, variable universal) to protect beneficiaries financially upon the policyholder's death.
  • Annuities: Offers individual deferred and immediate annuity products designed to provide a steady income stream, often for retirement.
  • Group Protection: Provides employers with group insurance products including disability, life, dental, vision, and critical illness coverage for their employees.

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Lincoln National Corporation (LNC) is a financial services company that provides a diverse range of insurance and investment products. While it serves both individuals and businesses, its business model is largely centered on meeting the financial needs of individuals, either directly or through employer-sponsored plans.

Given the structure of its product offerings and the highly diversified nature of its business-to-business clients (employers for group benefits and retirement plans), Lincoln National primarily sells to individuals. Therefore, the major customers can be categorized as follows:

  • Individuals Seeking Long-Term Financial Security and Retirement Income: This category includes individuals who are accumulating wealth for retirement, seeking stable income streams in their later years, or protecting their retirement savings. This covers customers purchasing individual annuities and participants in employer-sponsored defined contribution plans (e.g., 401(k)s, 403(b)s).
  • Individuals and Families Seeking Financial Protection: This category encompasses customers looking to protect their loved ones and their financial well-being against life's uncertainties. This includes individuals purchasing life insurance to provide for dependents, as well as individuals covered by employer-sponsored group benefits such as life, disability, dental, and vision insurance.

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Ellen Cooper, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

Ellen Cooper joined Lincoln National in 2012 as Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer. She became President, CEO, and Director in May 2022, and Chairman in May 2023. Prior to Lincoln, Cooper served as Managing Director and Global Head of Insurance Strategy for Goldman Sachs Asset Management from 2008 to 2012. Her earlier career also includes roles as Chief Risk Officer for Aegon USA (2006-2008), Principal at Ernst & Young LLP (2005-2006), and Senior Manager at Ernst & Young LLP (2000-2005).

Christopher Neczypor, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Christopher Neczypor was appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Lincoln National in February 2023. Before this, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer from November 2021 to February 2023. He joined Lincoln Financial in 2018 as Head of Investment Risk and Strategy. Prior to Lincoln, Neczypor held portfolio management and investment roles at Kingdon Capital Management and Emrys Partners, a hedge fund manager. He was also the senior sell-side analyst for insurance at Goldman Sachs from 2006 to 2012 and began his career as a Certified Public Accountant at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), auditing global insurance clients.

Jennifer Charters, Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer

Jennifer Charters joined Lincoln Financial as Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer in November 2024. Before her role at Lincoln, she served as Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Flagstar Bank since 2018. She was also Chief Information Officer of Corporate Technology at Ally Financial. Charters started her career at Accenture, where she focused on large-scale systems development, process improvement, and change-enablement solutions for various organizations, including those in financial services, insurance, and telecommunications.

Andrew D. Rallis, Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Officer

Andrew D. Rallis was appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer at Lincoln Financial in May 2023. He possesses over 40 years of experience in risk management within the insurance industry. Prior to joining Lincoln, Rallis served as Executive Vice President, Global Chief Actuary at MetLife. He has also been a longstanding volunteer with the Society of Actuaries (SOA), including serving as its President from 2019-2020, and was a founder and the inaugural President of the Chief Actuaries Forum.

John G. Morriss, Executive Vice President, Chief Investment Officer

John G. Morriss was appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer for Lincoln Financial, effective October 2025. With over 30 years of investment experience, Morriss previously served as Senior Vice President, Head of Public and Private Fixed Income at Fortitude Re for four years. He also held a senior investment leadership role at Lincoln prior to his time at Fortitude Re. His career includes 18 years at TIAA, where he held leadership positions in structured finance research, international and high-yield credit, portfolio management, and fixed income research. Morriss began his career as a currency trader at Chase Manhattan Bank.

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Key Risks to Lincoln National (LNC)
  1. Market Volatility and Interest Rate Sensitivity: Lincoln National's financial performance is highly susceptible to fluctuations in market interest rates and overall market volatility. The company holds a substantial portfolio of fixed-income securities, and increases in market interest rates can materially decrease the value of this investment portfolio and adversely affect its capital position. For instance, a 40-50 basis point increase in the 10-year Treasury rate could significantly impact Lincoln National's tangible book value. This market sensitivity also impacts the profitability of products with guaranteed benefits.
  2. Financial Strength Ratings and Regulatory Capital (RBC Ratio): A downgrade in Lincoln National's financial strength ratings can severely impede its ability to market products, increase policy surrenders, and damage relationships with creditors. The company's Risk-Based Capital (RBC) ratio is a crucial factor in determining these ratings. Concerns over decreases in statutory capital and RBC ratio have led to downgrades in financial strength ratings by agencies like AM Best.
  3. Rising Expenses and Significant Debt: Lincoln National has experienced escalating total expenses over recent years, primarily due to increasing benefits expenses. These costs have shown significant year-over-year increases, impacting future margins. Additionally, the company carries a substantial total debt, which stood at $5.9 billion at the end of the first quarter of 2025, resulting in a debt-to-capitalization ratio significantly higher than the industry average.

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The emergence and growth of digital-first competitors and business models, particularly in the insurtech and wealth management sectors, are clear emerging threats. These companies leverage advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and streamlined digital platforms to offer simplified, faster, and often more cost-effective insurance products (e.g., life insurance, annuities) and wealth management services (e.g., automated investment advice, low-cost digital retirement planning). This trend directly challenges Lincoln National's traditional distribution models, underwriting processes, and advisory services by capturing market share, influencing customer expectations towards digital-first experiences, and pressuring pricing and operational efficiency.

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Lincoln National Corporation (LNC) operates in several key markets within the United States, offering annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.

  • Annuities: The U.S. annuity market's value is projected to reach approximately $388.42 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.98%. Total U.S. annuity sales reached $432.6 billion in 2024, and are expected to exceed $400 billion in 2025.
  • Life Insurance: The U.S. life insurance market was valued at an estimated $1.93 trillion in 2024 and is forecast to grow to about $4.74 trillion by 2034, demonstrating a CAGR of 9.40% from 2025 to 2034. The broader U.S. market size for life insurance and annuities combined is $1.0 trillion in 2025.
  • Group Protection: Specifically focusing on group level term insurance, the U.S. market size was an estimated $7.32 billion in 2024, with projections to reach $7.73 billion in 2025. This market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2025 to 2030. In 2022, the market value was $6.63 billion.
  • Retirement Plan Services: The U.S. retirement market holds substantial assets, with approximately $30 trillion in retirement-related accounts. As of the first quarter of 2024, total retirement market assets in the U.S. were just under $40 trillion. The U.S. Pension Fund Market, a significant component of retirement services, was valued at $6.12 trillion in 2024 and is anticipated to grow to $10.24 trillion by 2030, at a CAGR of 9.02%. The Retirement & Pension Plans industry in the U.S. is estimated to be $449.5 billion in 2025.

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Here are the expected drivers of future revenue growth for Lincoln National (LNC) over the next 2-3 years:

  1. Growth in Annuities Business: Lincoln National anticipates continued momentum and success in its Annuities business, particularly through increased sales of fixed annuities and RILA (Registered Index-Linked Annuities) products. This growth is supported by higher account balances and increased spread income. The company is focused on diversifying its new business mix, leveraging foundational capabilities, enhancing investment strategies, expanding distribution, and optimizing its mix of internal and external reinsurance to accelerate profitability.
  2. Strategic Realignment and Improvement in Life Insurance: The company is strategically shifting its Life Insurance business towards products that are expected to deliver more stable cash flows and higher risk-adjusted returns, such as accumulation products and life insurance risk-sharing products. This strategic realignment, coupled with disciplined pricing and product diversification, is aimed at attracting more volume and ensuring high policyholder retention, contributing to improved earnings and sales growth over time.
  3. Expansion in Group Protection: Lincoln National expects revenue growth from its Group Protection business, driven by consistent premium growth and strong sales, particularly in supplemental health products. The strategy in Group Protection includes diversifying the business across products and market segments, with an emphasis on expanding its presence in the small market, and achieving sustainable target margins through disciplined pricing and operational performance.
  4. Increased Deposits and Positive Flows in Retirement Plan Services: The Retirement Plan Services segment is positioned for continued earnings growth due to higher ending account balances, increased deposits, and positive net flows. The company is focused on strengthening its operational and service capabilities to build sustainable and profitable growth in this business, leveraging a robust new business pipeline.

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Share Repurchases

  • Lincoln National executed over $1.1 billion in share repurchases in 2021.
  • In November 2021, the company's board of directors authorized an increase to its securities repurchase program, bringing the total aggregate authorization to $1.5 billion.
  • Share repurchases declined and were halted entirely in 2023.

Share Issuance

  • In April 2025, Lincoln National sold approximately 18.8 million shares of its common stock to Bain Capital for $44.00 per share, totaling $825 million.

Inbound Investments

  • In April 2025, Lincoln Financial announced an $825 million strategic growth investment from Bain Capital, which acquired a 9.9% ownership stake in Lincoln.
  • As part of this partnership, Bain Capital became a strategic asset management partner across various asset classes, including private credit, structured assets, mortgage loans, and private equity.

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Financials

LNCPRUMETPFGEQHVOYAMedian
NameLincoln .Prudenti.MetLife Principa.EquitableVoya Fin. 
Mkt Price46.01114.5581.0589.5948.7475.5478.30
Mkt Cap8.340.753.919.914.47.217.2
Rev LTM18,45657,92670,76015,80112,0157,90417,128
Op Inc LTM-------
FCF LTM-1785,27414,6274,1721,1923762,682
FCF 3Y Avg-1,2965,78113,5454,0297817092,405
CFO LTM-1785,27414,6274,2521,2683762,760
CFO 3Y Avg-1,2965,78113,5454,1179097092,513

Growth & Margins

LNCPRUMETPFGEQHVOYAMedian
NameLincoln .Prudenti.MetLife Principa.EquitableVoya Fin. 
Rev Chg LTM35.5%-21.0%0.2%12.3%9.4%2.5%5.9%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg3.1%1.9%1.3%-4.1%4.1%11.5%2.5%
Rev Chg Q9.4%-8.2%-7.7%22.2%-52.8%7.5%-0.1%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM2.2%-2.7%-2.0%4.4%-11.9%1.9%-0.1%
Op Mgn LTM-------
Op Mgn 3Y Avg-------
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM-------
CFO/Rev LTM-1.0%9.1%20.7%26.9%10.6%4.8%9.8%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg-9.5%9.4%19.6%28.1%8.0%9.4%9.4%
FCF/Rev LTM-1.0%9.1%20.7%26.4%9.9%4.8%9.5%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg-9.5%9.4%19.6%27.5%6.8%9.4%9.4%

Valuation

LNCPRUMETPFGEQHVOYAMedian
NameLincoln .Prudenti.MetLife Principa.EquitableVoya Fin. 
Mkt Cap8.340.753.919.914.47.217.2
P/S0.40.70.81.31.20.90.8
P/EBIT--9.0--167.96.96.9
P/E3.915.614.012.7-21.411.912.3
P/CFO-46.57.73.74.711.419.36.2
Total Yield29.3%11.1%9.9%11.3%-2.5%10.8%11.0%
Dividend Yield3.8%4.7%2.8%3.4%2.2%2.4%3.1%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg-23.1%15.0%25.3%21.8%5.6%9.5%12.2%
D/E0.70.50.40.20.40.40.4
Net D/E-3.4-1.2-1.8-1.4-2.5-3.5-2.1

Returns

LNCPRUMETPFGEQHVOYAMedian
NameLincoln .Prudenti.MetLife Principa.EquitableVoya Fin. 
1M Rtn12.2%5.7%7.0%6.8%4.3%7.4%6.9%
3M Rtn15.8%13.1%1.7%11.0%-5.6%1.2%6.3%
6M Rtn36.6%10.1%2.9%16.5%-12.0%8.9%9.5%
12M Rtn52.8%1.0%1.4%19.6%5.1%13.6%9.4%
3Y Rtn83.8%33.6%23.1%16.7%83.7%30.5%32.0%
1M Excs Rtn10.7%3.5%4.4%3.6%3.7%5.3%4.0%
3M Excs Rtn10.8%8.1%-3.3%6.0%-10.6%-3.7%1.4%
6M Excs Rtn23.7%-2.8%-10.0%3.6%-24.9%-4.0%-3.4%
12M Excs Rtn39.6%-14.6%-14.4%3.5%-9.9%-1.6%-5.7%
3Y Excs Rtn7.8%-44.7%-56.6%-63.1%2.9%-45.2%-44.9%

Financials

Segment Financials

Assets by Segment
$ Mil20242023202220212020
Annuities185,599167,210201,732184,678167,443
Life Insurance108,93295,413105,208101,94192,561
Retirement Plan Services46,79341,88747,62545,37240,184
Other Operations21,37520,79622,21423,75625,106
Group Protection9,7149,80210,52210,2019,467
Total372,413335,108387,301365,948334,761


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$46.01 
Market Cap ($ Bil)8.3 
First Trading Date10/05/1984 
Distance from 52W High-0.5% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$41.72$36.98
DMA Trendupup
Distance from DMA10.3%24.4%
 3M1YR
Volatility27.2%38.7%
Downside Capture61.88107.71
Upside Capture116.58134.18
Correlation (SPY)52.1%71.6%
LNC Betas & Captures as of 11/30/2025

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta0.871.061.081.161.421.53
Up Beta0.211.111.031.431.411.56
Down Beta0.822.001.441.491.781.72
Up Capture110%71%68%111%137%244%
Bmk +ve Days13263974142427
Stock +ve Days12232966130393
Down Capture102%64%114%82%110%108%
Bmk -ve Days7162452107323
Stock -ve Days8193359118351

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
 Comparison of LNC With Other Asset Classes (Last 1Y)
 LNCSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return58.0%18.3%19.2%71.9%8.9%6.0%-10.1%
Annualized Volatility38.5%19.0%19.5%19.3%15.3%17.1%35.0%
Sharpe Ratio1.270.750.782.690.360.18-0.12
Correlation With Other Assets 76.2%71.5%-4.2%25.6%54.3%26.0%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLF, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 5-Year Data
 Comparison of LNC With Other Asset Classes (Last 5Y)
 LNCSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return3.2%16.3%14.9%18.7%11.7%4.8%32.7%
Annualized Volatility43.0%18.9%17.1%15.5%18.7%18.9%48.7%
Sharpe Ratio0.220.720.700.970.510.170.60
Correlation With Other Assets 73.7%59.1%-2.0%18.8%47.1%21.7%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLF, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 10-Year Data
 Comparison of LNC With Other Asset Classes (Last 10Y)
 LNCSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return2.5%13.0%14.7%14.9%6.9%5.2%69.3%
Annualized Volatility46.9%22.3%18.0%14.8%17.6%20.8%55.8%
Sharpe Ratio0.230.540.700.830.310.220.90
Correlation With Other Assets 82.9%68.5%-7.3%29.3%55.7%16.5%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLF, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date12152025
Short Interest: Shares Quantity5,255,038
Short Interest: % Change Since 113020250.5%
Average Daily Volume1,728,183
Days-to-Cover Short Interest3.04
Basic Shares Quantity179,845,834
Short % of Basic Shares2.9%

Earnings Returns History

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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
10/30/20251.6%1.9%2.0%
7/31/202511.4%15.3%25.1%
5/8/2025-1.8%1.5%-1.7%
2/6/20255.9%15.3%5.4%
10/31/20243.5%9.7%5.8%
8/1/20242.3%-13.2%-3.5%
5/2/2024-2.7%5.8%19.1%
2/8/2024-2.5%0.6%-0.0%
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SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive131612
# Negative11812
Median Positive3.4%5.2%11.9%
Median Negative-5.7%-6.0%-12.5%
Max Positive16.2%17.9%58.0%
Max Negative-33.1%-37.0%-34.3%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
93020251030202510-Q 9/30/2025
6302025731202510-Q 6/30/2025
3312025508202510-Q 3/31/2025
12312024221202510-K 12/31/2024
93020241031202410-Q 9/30/2024
6302024801202410-Q 6/30/2024
3312024502202410-Q 3/31/2024
12312023222202410-K 12/31/2023
93020231102202310-Q 9/30/2023
6302023803202310-Q 6/30/2023
3312023510202310-Q 3/31/2023
12312022216202310-K 12/31/2022
93020221103202210-Q 9/30/2022
6302022804202210-Q 6/30/2022
3312022505202210-Q 3/31/2022
12312021217202210-K 12/31/2021