JPMorgan upgrades Unum to Overweight as shares rise

On November 9, JPMorgan raised Unum Group's rating to Overweight from Neutral while cutting its price target to $90 from $98. Unum shares rose 5.19% to $80.74 after the upgrade. JPMorgan cited an attractive risk/reward profile despite lower estimates.

The upgrade provides a positive trading catalyst for Unum shares, although JPMorgan's lower target reflects reduced estimates. Unum expects full-year adjusted operating income of $8.30 to $8.50 per share, giving investors a stated earnings range to assess.

  • 1JPMorgan moved Unum Group to Overweight from Neutral and reduced its price target to $90 from $98.
  • 2Unum shares increased 5.19% to $80.74 in regular trading on November 9.
  • 3Unum reported a third-quarter net loss of $2.65 per share, including an $853 million investment loss.
  • 4After-tax adjusted operating income was $2.20 per share, while core premiums grew 4.7%.
  • 5Unum expects full-year adjusted operating income of $8.30 to $8.50 per share.

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