Investors in Unum Group (UNM, Financial) have much to consider with a steady dividend and insightful market analyses. Here’s what you need to know:
- Unum Group is maintaining a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per share, providing a forward yield of 2.24%.
- Analysts show an average target price of $94.58, suggesting a potential upside of 27.47%.
- GuruFocus estimates indicate a downside of 22.91% based on GF Value.
Dividend Insights
Unum Group (NYSE: UNM) has recently announced its decision to uphold its quarterly dividend at $0.42 per share. With a forward yield of 2.24%, this dividend will be payable on May 16 to shareholders recorded by April 25. Investors should note that the ex-dividend date is set for April 25, which implies investors must own the stock before that date to receive the dividend.
Analyst Forecasts
Wall Street analysts have put forward their predictions for Unum Group, presenting an intriguing outlook. The average target price set by 12 analysts stands at $94.58, with estimates ranging from a high of $108.00 to a low of $76.00. This average target suggests a 27.47% upside from Unum's current trading price of $74.20. For further detailed analyst estimates, investors can visit the Unum Group (UNM, Financial) Forecast page.
Brokerage Recommendations
Unum Group is presently rated as an "Outperform" investment according to consensus recommendations from 14 brokerage firms. This average brokerage recommendation of 2.1 falls on a scale where 1 indicates a Strong Buy and 5 signifies a Sell, highlighting a generally positive sentiment towards the stock.
GuruFocus Valuation
Investors should also consider the valuation metrics provided by GuruFocus. The estimated GF Value for Unum Group is projected to be $57.20 in one year's time, indicating a potential downside of 22.91% from its current market price of $74.20. The GF Value is derived from historical trading multiples, past business growth trends, and future performance projections. For more comprehensive valuation details, visit the Unum Group (UNM, Financial) Summary page.
