Aflac is focusing on driving growth in Japan with products like Tsumitasu, Miraito, and Anshin Palette, while expanding distribution and utilizing higher JGB yields. In the U.S., brokers represent 80% of the market and generated over 60% of sales in 2025, leading to group product growth. Aflac returned nearly $4.8 billion to shareholders in 2025, prioritizing dividends and buybacks. The company is targeting an internal capital marker near 10% and will pursue M&A selectively. Aflac executives highlighted sales momentum in Japan and the U.S., emphasizing ongoing product and distribution investments and capital return priorities.

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