Lincoln National Corporation (LNC)

NYSE: LNC · Real-Time Price · USD
35.80
-0.14 (-0.39%)
At close: May 8, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
35.81
+0.01 (0.03%)
After-hours: May 8, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT
Market Cap6.90B +26.9%
Revenue (ttm)18.88B +1.7%
Net Income1.63B +29.7%
EPS8.52 +18.6%
Shares Out 192.70M
PE Ratio4.20
Forward PE4.64
Dividend$1.80 (5.03%)
Ex-Dividend DateApr 10, 2026
Volume2,717,741
Open36.21
Previous Close35.94
Day's Range35.26 - 36.58
52-Week Range31.61 - 46.82
Beta1.19
AnalystsHold
Price Target43.06 (+20.28%)
Earnings DateMay 7, 2026

About LNC

Lincoln National Corporation, through its subsidiaries, operates multiple insurance and retirement businesses in the United States. It operates through four segments: Life Insurance, Annuities, Group Protection, and Retirement Plan Services. The Life Insurance segment provides life insurance products, including term insurance, universal life insurance (UL), indexed universal life insurance, variable universal life insurance (VUL), linked-benefit UL and VUL products, and critical illness and long-term care riders. Its Annuities segment offers va... [Read more]

Sector Financials
Founded 1905
Employees 9,423
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol LNC
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Lincoln National's revenue was $18.27 billion, an increase of 1.68% compared to the previous year's $17.97 billion. Earnings were $1.09 billion, a decrease of -65.89%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 16 analysts, the average rating for LNC stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $43.06, which is an increase of 20.28% from the latest price.

Price Target
$43.06
(20.28% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

Lincoln National price target lowered to $40 from $42 at JPMorgan

JPMorgan lowered the firm’s price target on Lincoln National (LNC) to $40 from $42 and keeps an Underweight rating on the shares.

3 days ago - TheFly

Centro and Lincoln Expand API Integration to Streamline RFP and Quoting Process

Enhanced API connectivity automates RFP data exchange, reduces manual intervention, and creates a more efficient, user-friendly broker experience CLEVELAND, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Centro Benefits...

3 days ago - PRNewsWire

Lincoln National Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Adjusted operating income grew 16% year-over-year, driven by strong segment performance, disciplined capital management, and ongoing digital investments. Group Protection, Life, and Retirement Plan Services all posted significant gains, while annuities shifted toward higher-quality, less market-sensitive products.

3 days ago - Transcripts

Lincoln National reports Q1 adjusted EPS $1.66, consensus $1.58

Reports Q1 revenue $5.31B, consensus $4.92B. “Our first quarter results reflect continued disciplined execution and consistent, meaningful progress against our strategic priorities,” said Ellen Cooper...

3 days ago - TheFly

Lincoln Financial Reports 2026 First Quarter Results

RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Sustained progress against strategic and financial objectives d...

3 days ago - Business Wire

Lincoln National Corporation's Board of Directors Declares Series D Preferred Stock Dividend

RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln Financial (NYSE:LNC) announced today that the board of directors of Lincoln National Corporation has declared a quarterly dividend of $562.50 per share on the cor...

9 days ago - Business Wire

Lincoln National price target lowered to $37 from $41 at BofA

BofA lowered the firm’s price target on Lincoln National (LNC) to $37 from $41 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm adjusted price target among its U.S.

26 days ago - TheFly

Lincoln National price target lowered to $48 from $54 at Mizuho

Mizuho lowered the firm’s price target on Lincoln National (LNC) to $48 from $54 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. The firm adjusted estimates and targets among its

26 days ago - TheFly

Lincoln National price target lowered to $37 from $43 at UBS

UBS analyst Michael Ward lowered the firm’s price target on Lincoln National (LNC) to $37 from $43 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm adjusted targets in

4 weeks ago - TheFly

Lincoln National price target lowered to $42 from $44 at Barclays

Barclays lowered the firm’s price target on Lincoln National (LNC) to $42 from $44 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The firm adjusted targets in the insurance

4 weeks ago - TheFly

Lincoln Financial to Report 2026 First Quarter Results on May 7

RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln Financial (NYSE:LNC) announced today that it will report its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, May 7, 202...

5 weeks ago - Business Wire

Lincoln National re-initiated with an Outperform at Keefe Bruyette

Keefe Bruyette re-initiated coverage of Lincoln National (LNC) with an Outperform rating and $43 price target The life insurance sector presents a mixed fundamental picture, and while companies have r...

6 weeks ago - TheFly

Lincoln Financial Recognized for Leadership in the Advancement of Long-Term Care Planning

RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) has been recognized by industry peers at the 2026 Intercompany Long-Term Care Insurance Conference (ILTCI) for its longstanding leadership a...

6 weeks ago - Business Wire

Lincoln National appoints Lacey as SVP, Head of Institutional Sales

Lincoln Financial announced the appointment of Todd Lacey as Senior Vice President, SVP, Head of Institutional Sales for Retirement Plan Services. In this role, Lacey will lead Lincoln’s institutional...

6 weeks ago - TheFly

Lincoln Financial appoints Todd Lacey as Senior Vice President, Head of Institutional Sales for Retirement Plan Services

RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) today announced the appointment of Todd Lacey as Senior Vice President, Head of Institutional Sales for Retirement Plan Services (RPS)...

6 weeks ago - Business Wire

Lincoln Financial Unveils New Fixed Indexed Annuity Income Solutions With Category-First Legacy Planning

RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) today announced the launch of two new fixed indexed annuities (FIAs) — Lincoln FlexAdvantage® Income and Lincoln OptiBlend® Income — further...

7 weeks ago - Business Wire

Lincoln National price target lowered to $44 from $45 at Barclays

Barclays lowered the firm’s price target on Lincoln National (LNC) to $44 from $45 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The firm adjusted targets in the life

2 months ago - TheFly

Lincoln National price target lowered to $38 from $43 at TD Cowen

TD Cowen analyst Andrew Kligerman lowered the firm’s price target on Lincoln National (LNC) to $38 from $43 and keeps a Hold rating on the shares. The firm updated its

2 months ago - TheFly

Lincoln National price target lowered to $46 from $50 at Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley lowered the firm’s price target on Lincoln National (LNC) to $46 from $50 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm is updating its price targets

2 months ago - TheFly

Wells Fargo upgrades Lincoln National on positive momentum

Wells Fargo upgraded Lincoln National (LNC) to Overweight from Equal Weight with a price target of $48, up from $41. The company’s “momentum is gathering in a positive direction” as

2 months ago - TheFly

Lincoln National upgraded to Overweight from Equal Weight at Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo upgraded Lincoln National (LNC) to Overweight from Equal Weight with a $48 price target

2 months ago - TheFly

Lincoln National Corporation's Board of Directors Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln Financial (NYSE:LNC) announced today that the board of directors of Lincoln National Corporation declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.45 per share on the corp...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Lincoln Financial Announces Launch of Lincoln WealthProtector℠ IUL, Strengthening Its Elite IUL Portfolio With a New Protection‑Focused Solution

RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) today announced the launch of Lincoln WealthProtector℠ Indexed Universal Life, a new protection‑focused indexed universal life (IUL) insuran...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Lincoln National Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

Adjusted operating income rose 31% year-over-year in Q4, with all segments contributing to growth and a strong shift toward capital efficiency and diversification. Group Protection and annuities led performance, while Life Insurance rebounded. Free cash flow and capital levels support higher future shareholder returns.

3 months ago - Transcripts

Lincoln National reports Q4 adjusted EPS $2.21, consensus $1.90

Reports Q4 revenue $4.92B, consensus $4.85B. “Fourth-quarter results reflected continued broad-based momentum and strong execution against our strategic priorities. Each of our businesses contributed ...

3 months ago - TheFly