Prudential Finl Stock Price, News & Analysis

Prudential Private Capital has provided $60 million in senior secured notes to Rougaroux Power Holdings, LLC, owner of a significant 192-megawatt hydroelectric project in Louisiana. This investment aligns with Prudential's strategy to support real asset investments, having allocated nearly $900 million across energy and power in the first half of 2021. The firm has a strong history with Rougaroux, dating back to 1990. Prudential Private Capital manages nearly $98 billion in assets under management (AUM) across various sectors globally.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) reported significant financial recovery in Q2 2021, posting a net income of $2.158 billion ($5.40 per share), compared to a net loss of $2.409 billion ($6.12 per share) in Q2 2020. The after-tax adjusted operating income also rose to $1.514 billion ($3.79 per share), up from $740 million ($1.85 per share) during the same quarter last year. These results indicate a positive turnaround and improved profitability for the company.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) plans to redeem $700 million of its 3.500% Medium-Term Notes, Series D, due May 15, 2024, and $210 million of its 3.878% Medium-Term Notes, Series E, due March 27, 2028, on August 30, 2021. This move aims to reduce financial leverage and enhance flexibility. The redemption price will be at the greater of 100% of the principal or the discounted value plus specified basis points, alongside accrued interest. Following this, Prudential anticipates a $90 million charge and a $30 million reduction in annual pre-tax interest expense.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) will join the UBS 2021 Financial Services Conference on August 10, 2021. Vice Chairman Robert Falzon will engage in an analyst-led fireside chat at 11:00 a.m. ET. Interested listeners can access the live audio webcast via Prudential’s Investor Relations site, and are advised to log in 15 minutes early for setup. A replay of the discussion will be available until August 24, 2021. Prudential, managing over $1.5 trillion in assets, has a global presence and is recognized for its commitment to financial opportunity.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) has launched a new commercial campaign titled 'Who’s Your Rock?' during the Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony. This initiative aims to re-emphasize Prudential's iconic Rock symbol, representing financial strength and resilience, especially post-pandemic. A survey revealed that 68% of Americans are concerned about their financial futures. The campaign promotes Prudential's financial solutions and their partnership with the USA Climbing team, which aligns with their focus on strength and performance. The campaign runs nationally and internationally through December.

AM Best has placed Prudential Retirement Insurance and Annuity Company's (PRIAC) Financial Strength Rating of A+ and Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of 'aa-' under review with positive implications. This follows the announcement of Empower Retirement's acquisition of Prudential's full-service retirement business, including PRIAC, which manages over 4,300 plans and $314 billion in assets for approximately 4 million participants. The positive outlook is based on the expected financial strength from Great-West Lifeco Inc., Empower's parent company. The transaction is projected to close in Q1 2022.

Empower Retirement and Prudential Financial have announced a definitive agreement for Empower to acquire Prudential’s full-service retirement business for $3.55 billion, pending regulatory approvals. This acquisition is expected to enhance Empower's capabilities and product portfolio, supporting over 4,300 workplace savings plans with approximately 4 million participants and $314 billion in assets. Empower aims to improve retirement services and participant experiences, expanding to 16.6 million participants with approximately $1.4 trillion in recordkeeping assets post-acquisition.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) will announce its second quarter 2021 earnings on August 3, 2021, after market closure. Following this, a conference call is scheduled for August 4, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. ET for discussions on the earnings results with analysts and investors. Prudential has over $1.5 trillion in assets under management across various regions, emphasizing its role in the financial wellness sector. The earnings release and related materials will be available on the company’s Investor Relations website.