MetLife, Inc. (met)
MET — Company Overview
Investors tracking MET follow a Insurance - Life name listed on NYQ within Financial Services.
| Ticker | MET |
| Sector | Financial Services |
| Industry | Insurance - Life |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $63.75B |
| Last price | $99.95 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
MET — Business Description
The business profile of MetLife, Inc. (MET) reflects its role in Insurance - Life. MetLife, Inc., a financial services company, provides insurance, annuities, employee benefits, and asset management services worldwide. It operates in six segments: Group Benefits; Retirement and Income Solutions; Asia; Latin America; Europe, the Middle East and Africa; and MetLife Holdings. The company offers life, dental, group short-and long-term disability, paid family and medical leave, individual disability, accidental death and dismemberment, accident and health, vision, and pet insurance, as well as prepaid legal plans; administrative services-only arrangements to employers; and general and separate account, and synthetic guaranteed interest contracts, as well as private floating rate funding agreement…
Official website: https://www.metlife.com.
MET — Investment Thesis
MetLife, Inc. (MET) attracts investors weighing Insurance - Life fundamentals against current market pricing.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 2.7% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 18.61× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (9.10×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 2.5% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $63.75B.
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MET — Financial Health
MET financial profile reflects operating efficiency and capital structure using available market fundamentals.
Profit margin near 4.7% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Negative free cash flow of $-17.43B may require careful capital allocation. Debt-to-equity of 178.02 warrants monitoring in a higher-rate environment.
| Trailing P/E | 18.61× |
| Forward P/E | 9.10× |
| Price / Sales | 0.82× |
| Price / Book | 2.36× |
| Gross margin | 23.8% |
| Operating margin | 9.9% |
| Profit margin | 4.7% |
| Return on equity | 13.0% |
| Debt / Equity | 178.02 |
| Free cash flow | $-17.43B |
MET — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for MetLife, Inc. (MET) depends on demand trends in Insurance - Life and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 2.7% suggests steady but measured expansion.
- Earnings growth of 35.9% year-over-year supports improving profitability.
- Price is 1.0% below the 52-week high.
MET — Competitive Position
MetLife, Inc. (MET) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Financial Services.
- Competes within Financial Services, specifically in Insurance - Life.
- Market capitalization of $63.75B places MET among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 23.8% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
MET — Strengths
Strengths for MetLife, Inc. (MET) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Earnings growth of 35.9% year-over-year.
- Dividend yield of 2.5% for income-oriented holders.
- Large Cap scale ($63.75B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
- Price near 52-week highs — positive price momentum on public markets.
MET — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for MetLife, Inc. (MET) based on available data:
- Thin profit margin (4.7%).
- Negative free cash flow ($-17.43B).
- Elevated debt-to-equity (178.02).
MET — Opportunities
- Dividend yield of 2.5% appeals to total-return investors.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
MET — Risks
- Leverage (debt/equity 178.02) raises sensitivity to credit conditions.
- Thin margins leave less room for operational missteps.
MET — Summary
MetLife, Inc. (MET) is a large-cap Financial Services company focused on Insurance - Life, listed on NYQ. Last price $99.95 with market cap $63.75B. Trailing P/E 18.61×. Revenue grew 2.7% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include earnings growth of 35.9% year-over-year. Key watch items include thin profit margin (4.7%). For analyst estimates, ownership, and live news on MET, upgrade to Vest Terminal Professional.
MetLife, Inc. FAQ
What does MetLife, Inc. (MET) do?
MetLife, Inc., a financial services company, provides insurance, annuities, employee benefits, and asset management services worldwide. It operates in six segments: Group Benefits; Retirement and Income Solutions; Asia; Latin America; Europe, the Middle East and Africa; and MetL…
What is MET's P/E ratio?
MetLife, Inc. has a trailing P/E of 18.61× based on publicly available market data.
Does MET pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 2.5%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is MET in?
MetLife, Inc. is classified in Financial Services (Insurance - Life) on NYQ.
What is MET's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $63.75B.
What are the main risks for MET?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of MET?
Potential positives include earnings growth of 35.9% year-over-year, dividend yield of 2.5% for income-oriented holders.
Where can I get analyst estimates for MET?
Consensus estimates, price targets, and detailed analyst data for MetLife, Inc. are available to Professional subscribers in Vest Terminal — not on this public summary page.