With a market cap of $63.4 billion, Aflac Incorporated (AFL) has provided financial protection and peace of mind to millions of policyholders and customers in the U.S. and Japan for more than seven decades. As a leading provider of supplemental health insurance in the U.S. and cancer and medical insurance in Japan, Aflac is recognized for its strong commitment to its customers, ethical business practices, and responsible investment.
Shares of the Columbus, Georgia-based company have lagged behind the broader market over the past 52 weeks. AFL stock has increased 18.3% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has returned 21.3%. Moreover, shares of the company are up 11% on a YTD basis, compared to SPX’s 13.2% gain.
