Welcome to our dedicated page for Athene Hldg news (Ticker: ATH), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Athene Hldg stock.
Athene Holding Ltd. (ATH) appears frequently in financial and corporate news as a retirement-focused financial services and insurance company and as a subsidiary of Apollo Global Management, Inc. News releases highlight Athene’s role as a retirement services or retirement solutions company that concentrates on financial security for individuals and on corporate retirement-related solutions.
Company news often centers on capital markets activity and preferred stock actions. Athene regularly announces dividends on its non-cumulative preferred stock series, including Series A, B, C, D and E, represented by depositary shares listed on the New York Stock Exchange under symbols such as ATHPrA, ATHPrB, ATHPrC, ATHPrD and ATHPrE. The company has also reported the redemption of an entire series of preferred stock and the associated depositary shares, as well as offerings of senior notes and junior subordinated debentures intended for general corporate purposes and capital contributions to insurance subsidiaries.
Another recurring news theme is Athene’s reinsurance and international activity. A notable example is the announcement of a block reinsurance transaction with Sony Life Insurance Co. Ltd. in Japan, where Athene reinsures an in-force block of U.S. dollar denominated whole life insurance policies and works with another reinsurer to retrocede mortality risk. The company’s communications describe multiple reinsurance transactions with Japanese insurers, reflecting Athene’s presence in the Japanese retirement and insurance market.
News items also cover strategic and leadership developments, such as key leadership appointments aligned with a multi-year growth plan, and investor communications including fixed income investor calls and retirement services business updates. These updates, often coordinated with Apollo’s earnings calls and presentations, provide information on Athene’s business trends, new business origination, investment portfolio and capital.
Investors and observers following ATH-related news can therefore expect coverage of preferred stock dividends and redemptions, debt offerings, reinsurance transactions, retirement system insights, leadership changes, and Apollo-hosted calls that include Athene’s financial results and business commentary.
Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) has purchased group annuity contracts from Athene Holding Ltd. (NYSE: ATH) to transfer approximately $4.9 billion of pension obligations for around 18,000 retirees. The deal, expected to incur a non-cash settlement charge of roughly $1.7 billion in Q3 2021, does not change the retirees' benefits. The full-year 2021 earnings per share forecast has been updated to reflect this charge, indicating an expected range of $21.95 to $22.25 after tax. Lockheed Martin reaffirms its prior guidance on net sales and operating profit.
Athene Holding Ltd. (NYSE: ATH) has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Foundation Home Loans (FHL), a UK mortgage lender, from Fortress Investment Group affiliates. As of June 2021, FHL managed a £3 billion mortgage portfolio. This strategic move aims to enhance Athene's asset sourcing capabilities and provide attractive investment opportunities in residential mortgage loans. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals, including consent from the Financial Conduct Authority.
Athene Holding Ltd. (NYSE: ATH) will release its financial results for Q2 2021 on August 5, 2021, prior to market open. A conference call is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. ET on the same day to review the results. As of March 31, 2021, the company reported total assets of $205.7 billion. The financial supplement and earnings presentation will be accessible on the company's investor relations website.
For further inquiries, investors can contact Noah Gunn at +1 441 279 8534 or via email.
Athene Holding Ltd. (NYSE:ATH) announced on July 6, 2021, its agreement to acquire a 15% minority stake in Challenger Limited (ASX:CGF) for approximately A$720 million (about US$540 million). This acquisition, pending regulatory approval for 3%, will increase Athene's total interest in Challenger to 18%. Challenger, a leader in Australia's retirement market, manages A$104 billion in assets. Athene aims to leverage this partnership to support Challenger's growth and enhance its own presence in the Australian market.
Athene Holding Ltd. (NYSE: ATH) announced that CEO James Belardi will participate in a panel discussion titled "Executive Perspectives: Views from Life Insurance CEOs" at the S&P Global Ratings' 37th Annual Insurance Conference on June 9, 2021, at 11 a.m. ET. The event will be held online, and registration is complimentary for attendees. Athene, with total assets of $205.7 billion as of March 31, 2021, operates in the U.S., Bermuda, and Canada, providing retirement services to help customers achieve financial security.
AM Best has assigned a Long-Term Issue Credit Rating (Long-Term IR) of “bbb+” to Athene Holding Ltd.'s recently issued $500 million 3.95% senior unsecured notes due May 25, 2051, with a stable outlook. The proceeds will support general corporate purposes, including investment opportunities and growth. Athene's existing ratings remain unchanged, reflecting stable proforma financial leverage and interest coverage metrics.
Athene Holding Ltd. (NYSE: ATH) reported robust financial results for Q1 2021, marking record profitability with $8.2 billion in gross organic inflows. This performance reflects a 16% annual increase in adjusted book value since its inception. The CEO highlighted the success of their alternative investment portfolio, which generated record income. Additionally, Athene is poised for future growth following a strategic merger announcement with Apollo Global Management in March 2021. The company holds total assets of $205.7 billion as of March 31, 2021.
Athene Holding Ltd. (NYSE: ATH) will release its financial results for Q1 2021 on May 7, 2021, before the NYSE opens. A conference call to discuss the results will take place the same day at 10:00 a.m. ET. Interested parties can access the news release and related materials on Athene's investor relations website. As of December 31, 2020, Athene reported total assets of $202.8 billion. The company has a commitment to provide financial security solutions for customers across multiple regions.
Athene Holding Ltd. (NYSE: ATH) has published its 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, highlighting its commitment to responsible business practices and stakeholder value. In 2020, the company donated over $2.5 million to various causes, contributed 3,000 hours through employee volunteering, and pledged $1.9 million to the Bermuda College Foundation. Athene formed a CSR Committee and established goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), aiming to improve workplace diversity and create a more inclusive culture.
Athene Holding Ltd. (NYSE: ATH) announced the successful completion of a significant pension risk transfer transaction involving JCPenney's pension plan, valued at $2.8 billion. This deal enables Athene's subsidiaries to provide annuity benefits for approximately 30,000 participants of JCPenney’s pension plan. The transaction, finalized in March 2021, aims to secure retirement benefits for participants amid JCPenney's restructuring efforts. Since entering the pension risk transfer market, Athene has facilitated over $18.5 billion in transactions for more than 300,000 annuitants.