Welcome to our dedicated page for MetLife news (Ticker: MET), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on MetLife stock.
MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET) generates a steady flow of news as a global financial services company focused on insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management. Founded in 1868 and operating in more than 40 markets worldwide, the company regularly issues updates that reflect its broad presence in the United States, Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East.
On this page, readers can follow MET news related to quarterly and annual earnings, capital management actions, and strategic initiatives. MetLife frequently announces earnings results, preliminary financial information and outlook details through news releases and accompanying financial supplements. These updates often address adjusted earnings, net investment income, variable investment income and segment performance across Group Benefits, Retirement and Income Solutions, regional insurance businesses and MetLife Investment Management.
MetLife news also covers strategic transactions and partnerships. Recent communications include a variable annuity risk transfer transaction with Talcott Resolution Life Insurance Company, the acquisition of PineBridge Investments, LLC and certain affiliates by MetLife Investment Management, and collaborations to expand access to institutional income annuities within defined contribution plans. Additional announcements highlight partnerships in areas such as pet insurance distribution and digital leave support solutions for employees.
Investors and observers can also track dividend declarations on common and preferred stock, research-driven insights like the U.S. Employee Benefit Trends Study, and philanthropic initiatives through MetLife Foundation. For those monitoring MET, this news feed provides a centralized view of the company’s financial disclosures, product and partnership developments, and broader corporate activities.
MetLife (NYSE: MET) announced a second-quarter 2026 cash dividend of $0.5925 per share, a 4.4% increase from the prior quarter's $0.5675 per share. The dividend is payable on June 9, 2026 to shareholders of record as of May 12, 2026.
MetLife reports an 8.1% compound annual growth rate in its common quarterly dividend since 2011. Management linked the increase to earnings power and disciplined capital management.
MetLife (NYSE:MET) — April 28, 2026: MetLife’s 2026 Lifetime Income Poll finds strong employer support for embedding guaranteed lifetime income into workplace retirement plans. Key results: 90% of DC plan sponsors say DC plans should serve as retirement income; 59% support requiring lifetime income offerings and 54% favor defaults into guaranteed income.
The poll also reports 95% familiarity with policymaker efforts, 66% support for a SECURE 3.0 package including income, and 83% saying lump sums alone may not prevent outliving savings.
MetLife (NYSE: MET) urges shareholders to reject an unsolicited mini-tender by Potemkin Limited to buy up to 100,000 shares (about 0.02% outstanding) at $44.20 per share, versus MetLife's $75.36 close on April 13, 2026.
MetLife says the offer is well below market value, is not associated with the bidder, and encourages shareholders to take no action or withdraw tendered shares before the offer’s current expiration on March 26, 2027.
MetLife Investment Management (NYSE: MET) originated approximately $26 billion in private fixed income transactions in 2025, raising private fixed income AUM to $144.7 billion as of December 31, 2025. Breakdown: $8.9B residential, $6.8B corporate, $5.7B infrastructure, $4.5B asset-based finance.
In December 2025 MIM acquired PineBridge, creating a combined firm with $741.7 billion total AUM and expanded global scale across public and private strategies.
MetLife (NYSE: MET) will report first quarter 2026 results on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, after the market closes, with materials posted on the company’s Investor Relations website.
The company will host an earnings conference call and live webcast on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 9:00–10:00 a.m. ET; a replay will be available for seven days.
MetLife (NYSE:MET) data dated April 7, 2026 shows rising costs and “job hugging” are reshaping SMB workforces. Employers 72% cite rising medical costs and 68% cite higher operating costs; 70% say rising prices impacted operations and 56% introduced new voluntary benefits.
SMB employees report high stress (89% cite living/medical costs); employers estimate a $2.20 return per $1 invested in employee health, highlighting a cost-conscious path to improve retention and productivity.
MetLife Investment Management (NYSE: MET) named Andrea Drasites as global head of Real Estate and Agricultural Finance, effective Oct. 1, 2026, reporting to Brian Funk. Drasites joins from Blackstone and succeeds Robert Merck, who retired in 2025.
MIM reported $108.9 billion in gross real estate and agricultural AUM and, following its December 2025 acquisition of PineBridge, manages $741.7 billion in total AUM as of Dec. 31, 2025.
MetLife (NYSE: MET) was named one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For in the U.S. for the fourth consecutive year on April 1, 2026. Recognition reflects employee-trust survey results, global certifications, and Top 10 placement on Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces in 2025.
Key Trust Index results: 90% pride, 88% coworkers care, 87% say MetLife is a great place to work; certified in 33 markets.
MetLife (NYSE: MET) named Jordan Canter as head of Federal Government Affairs and Regulatory Policy, effective April 20, 2026. Based in Washington, D.C., Canter will oversee federal government affairs and global regulatory policy and report to Susan Greenwell, senior vice president and head of Global Government Affairs.
Canter joins from Allstate and previously worked at The Hartford and Bank Policy Institute; she holds a bachelor’s degree from Franklin & Marshall College.
MetLife (NYSE: MET) released its 24th Annual U.S. Employee Benefit Trends Study on March 16, 2026, finding widespread AI adoption and rising employee concerns. Key findings: 80% of employers use AI in everyday tasks; 83% say AI improves efficiency; 61% of employees worry about AI risks.
The study highlights gaps in how success is defined, the value of human-centered skills, and calls for benefits and skill development to support workforce resilience.