Lincoln National Corp. - LNC STOCK NEWS

Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) celebrated its long-standing sponsorship of Lincoln Financial Field after the Philadelphia Eagles clinched the NFC Championship. The company's involvement extends beyond sports, focusing on financial wellness for players. This partnership has been in place since the 2003 season, symbolizing Lincoln Financial's commitment to community and financial education.

Lincoln Financial Group highlights the financial struggles faced by consumers in 2022, with one in three Americans reporting financial difficulties. A study shows that 76% of respondents expect worsening conditions due to inflation and debt. However, those who set financial goals were significantly more likely to see improvements in their financial wellness. Lincoln suggests three actionable goals: 1. Develop a budget, focusing on both fixed and flexible expenses; 2. Save from each paycheck, even small amounts can accumulate; 3. Consult a financial professional for tailored financial planning. Increased financial guidance could lead to better outcomes for consumers.

Lincoln Financial Network, part of Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC), has announced the addition of David Layo, a seasoned financial planner, to their team. Layo brings 25 years of experience, having managed approximately $125 million in client assets throughout his career. He joins LFN after 17 years at Citadel Credit Union and will benefit from Lincoln's extensive resources and advisory support. Layo emphasizes Lincoln's strong client-focused culture and integrity as key reasons for his decision. This move aligns with LFN’s ongoing commitment to enhance its advisory talent pool.

Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) congratulates the Philadelphia Eagles on winning the NFC Championship against the San Francisco 49ers. The company has sponsored Lincoln Financial Field since 2003, marking nearly 20 years of partnership. Senior VP Elena French praised the Eagles' remarkable season, highlighting how their victories have positively represented Lincoln Financial. The firm emphasizes its commitment to financial planning and community initiatives, including partnerships with the Eagles for the Eagles Autism Challenge and mentoring programs. With over 16 million customers, Lincoln Financial has over $270 billion in account values as of September 30, 2022.

Lincoln Financial Group has launched Lincoln WealthAccelerate^SM, an indexed universal life insurance product designed to offer a fully digital customer experience. Addressing the needs of digitally savvy consumers aged 20 to 55, this product allows coverage ranging from $100,000 to $1.5 million, featuring both a death benefit and cash value access. Key attributes include paperless applications, automated underwriting, and lab-free opportunities for qualifying clients. The product aims to streamline the insurance process and enhance confidence among policyholders during life transitions.

Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) has appointed Rodney Kuntz as the new vice president of Group Benefits Small Business Sales and Channel Development. Kuntz brings over 20 years of experience, including a role at MetLife. He will lead strategies to improve distribution of group insurance products to small businesses, reporting to Carl Jones, senior vice president of Group Benefits Sales. This move aims to strengthen Lincoln's commitment to meet the needs of small business owners, who prioritize employee benefits as crucial for company culture and talent retention.

Lincoln Financial Group is collaborating with the Philadelphia Eagles to host a community event for employees on January 3, 2023, from noon to 1 p.m. ET at the Radnor Training Center. The event will feature Big Brothers Big Sisters and aims to inform employees about the organization's mission and community impact. This partnership emphasizes Lincoln Financial's long-standing commitment to community engagement beyond its sponsorship role with the Eagles.