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Strong Growth in Real Estate Financing

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) reported record worldwide originations of $22.38 billion for PGIM Real Estate, up nearly $3 billion from the previous year. The growth was attributed to low interest rates, heightened investor demand, and a surge in acquisitions. Significant lending activity included $2.9 billion in core-plus strategies and $2.8 billion in agricultural loans. The company anticipates further growth despite potential interest rate hikes, which may shift borrower preferences.

Prudential Financial, Inc. reported a net loss of $31 million ($0.10 per share) for Q1 2022, contrasting with a net income of $2.828 billion ($6.98 per share) in Q1 2021. Adjusted operating income declined to $1.218 billion ($3.17 per share) from $1.618 billion ($3.99 per share) a year ago. Book value per share decreased to $115.28 from $145.05. The company executed strategic sales, including a minority stake in Alexander Forbes, and returned $837 million to shareholders, maintaining a 4% dividend increase in Q1. Assets under management fell to $1.620 trillion from $1.663 trillion.

Faaris Zuberi, a 17-year-old from Rockville, Maryland, was awarded $15,000 by Prudential Financial at the Emerging Visionaries Summit, which honored youth addressing societal challenges. The event featured Eli Manning and recognized the initiative of young leaders with a $5,000 prize for each of the 25 winners plus a chance for an additional $10,000 for their projects aimed at financial equity. The program, in partnership with Ashoka, promotes financial literacy among students and has reached over 70 economics clubs nationwide.

Isaac Hertenstein, a 16-year-old from Greencastle, Indiana, was honored as a Grand Prize winner by Prudential Financial at its inaugural Emerging Visionaries Summit. This program, in partnership with Ashoka, recognizes young leaders addressing financial challenges. Each of the five winners received $15,000 in total funding. Hertenstein's initiative, Students Teaching Finance, promotes financial literacy among younger students. Prudential's CEO emphasized the importance of empowering these young leaders to create impactful solutions.

Prudential Financial honored five young leaders, including Rachel Holmes from San Jose, California, during the inaugural Emerging Visionaries Summit held at its Newark headquarters. Each winner received a $5,000 prize and a chance to win an additional $10,000 for their initiatives focused on solving financial and societal challenges. Rachel’s project, 'Black Girls Mean Business', aims to empower Black high school girls in their career development. Prudential's commitment to supporting young visionaries reflects its mission to address evolving financial challenges.

Ella Gupta and Sahana Mantha were awarded $15,000 at Prudential Financial's inaugural Emerging Visionaries Summit for their innovative solutions to societal challenges. Gupta's Initiative for Financial Literacy Exploration promotes financial education among young women, while Mantha co-founded Foundation for Girls to assist homeless mothers. Each of the five Grand Prize winners received $10,000, highlighting Prudential's commitment to fostering youth-led initiatives that promote financial equity.

Prudential Financial recently honored five young changemakers at its Emerging Visionaries Summit, recognizing their efforts in addressing financial and societal challenges. Each winner received $15,000 to support their initiatives, which focus on financial inclusion and economic equality. The program, in partnership with Ashoka, aims to empower youth aged 14-18. The summit featured mentorship from Prudential leaders and a presentation by Eli Manning. The Grand Prize winners include Ella Gupta, Isaac Hertenstein, Rachel Holmes, Sahana Mantha, and Faaris Zuberi, each advocating for various financial literacy programs.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) will release its first quarter 2022 earnings on May 3, 2022, after market close. The results will be available on the company’s Investor Relations website. A conference call to discuss the results will be held on May 4, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. ET. The call can be accessed live and will also be replayed until May 18 via provided dial-in numbers. Prudential manages over $1.5 trillion in assets and operates in multiple regions, including the U.S., Asia, Europe, and Latin America.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) has completed the sale of its full-service retirement business to Empower, the U.S.'s second-largest retirement provider. This transaction, first announced on July 21, 2021, is part of Prudential's strategy to transform into a higher growth and less market sensitive firm. The deal involves more than 1,800 employees from Prudential's retirement services. Prudential remains committed to assisting clients through its Retirement Strategies and asset management businesses following this transition.