Why Is Unum (UNM) Up 9.4% Since Last Earnings Report?
Unum Group (UNM) reported Q2 2026 earnings of $2.16 per share, beating estimates by 1%, with strong premium growth across core businesses. However, the company faces challenges from lower net investment income, higher costs, and weaker performance in international and closed block segments. Post-earnings, the stock gained 9.4% but analysts have revised estimates downward, resulting in a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) rating with expectations of below-average returns.