The chart below shows how CNO performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, CNO sees a -3.79% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +2.23% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.09%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
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Annualized Premium Growth: Total new annualized premium increased by 7% across the enterprise for the full year 2024, demonstrating strong sales momentum.
Operating Earnings Increase: Operating earnings per diluted share rose to $3.97, marking a 28% increase year-over-year, with a 40% increase when excluding significant items.
Shareholder Capital Return Increase: Capital returned to shareholders reached $349 million, a 50% increase over 2023, reflecting strong financial health and commitment to shareholder value.
Book Value Growth: Book value per diluted share, excluding AOCI, increased by 10% to $37.19, indicating solid growth in the company's equity position.
Record Insurance Sales Growth: The Worksite Division achieved record full year insurance sales growth of 16%, with fourth quarter sales up 23%, showcasing robust demand for insurance products.
Negative
Marketing Strategy Challenges: Life production was down for the year, driven by direct-to-consumer television advertising, indicating challenges in the marketing strategy.
Expense Ratio Pressure: The expense ratio was pushed to the high end of the guided range due to an increase in incentive compensation accrual, reflecting pressure on cost management.
Fee Income Outlook: Despite a strong overall performance, the company expects a modest decrease in fee income due to a sales mix shift to smaller Medicare Advantage providers, impacting revenue.
Earnings Pressure Forecast: The projected operating earnings per share for 2025 is expected to be between $3.70 and $3.90, which is lower than the current operating earnings per diluted share of $3.97, indicating potential earnings pressure ahead.
Technology Modernization Costs: The technology modernization initiative is expected to cost approximately $170 million over three years, including $60 million in 2025, which will put pressure on the expense ratio and overall profitability in the near term.
CNO Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:CNO) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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