Wolfe Research has initiated coverage on Unum Group (UNM) with an Outperform rating as of September 15, 2025. This marks the firm's first assessment of the company, which is engaged in providing financial protection benefits through its Unum and Colonial Life brands.
Unum Group operates within the insurance industry, headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and employing 10,833 full-time staff. The company offers a range of products including disability, life, accident, critical illness, dental, and vision insurance, as well as leave management support and behavioral health services. Its segments include Unum US, Unum International, and Colonial Life, with the Unum US segment covering group disability and life products among others.
Currently, Unum Group has a market capitalization of $12.8 billion, a trailing twelve-month price-to-earnings ratio of 8.44, and an earnings per share of 8.36. The company's dividend yield stands at 239.6%.
Upcoming earnings are scheduled for July 27, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $2.30 and revenue of $3.5 billion. Analyst consensus indicates a Buy rating, with recent actions reflecting a range of opinions from various firms, including Wolfe Research's new Outperform rating.
Analyst ratings are based on research and financial models, providing a perspective that should be considered alongside company fundamentals and market conditions. Ratings can evolve as new information becomes available, influencing future assessments of Unum Group's investment potential.