Horace Mann Educators Corporation HMN

Zacks Investment Research 5 nov

Horace Mann Educators Corporation (HMN) raised its 2026 core EPS guidance to $5.75-$5.95 following record quarterly earnings of $2.06 per share. The company reported a 22% increase in Property and Casualty core earnings with an improved combined ratio of 83.6%, and 10% growth in Benefits earnings. Management identified a normalized core EPS range of $4.25-$4.45 and expects acquisitions to contribute 40-50 cents annually while maintaining disciplined underwriting and pursuing sustainable profitability.

The Motley Fool 4 nov

Horace Mann Educators (HMN) stock surged nearly 6% after the company delivered strong Q3 2026 results, beating analyst estimates on both revenue and earnings. The niche insurance and financial services company reported record adjusted net income of $85 million ($2.06 per share) versus expectations of $1.08 per share, driven by excellent underwriting performance and higher investment income. The company also raised its full-year core EPS guidance for the second consecutive quarter to $5.75-$5.95 from $4.60-$4.90.

Zacks Investment Research 3 nov

Horace Mann reported quarterly earnings of $2.06 per share, significantly beating the consensus estimate of $0.99 per share with a 108% earnings surprise. However, the company missed revenue expectations and has underperformed the S&P 500 year-to-date. The stock received a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating, suggesting near-term performance in line with the market. The Insurance - Multi line industry ranks in the bottom 39% of Zacks industries.

Zacks Investment Research 30 oct

Horace Mann Educators Corporation (HMN) is expected to report Q3 2026 results with revenues rising 1.3% to $444.2 million, but EPS declining 27.2% to 99 cents. While higher property premiums and strong supplemental coverage demand may provide support, tough year-ago catastrophe loss comparisons and higher claims expenses are expected to pressure profitability. The stock shows no earnings surprise potential with a 0.00% Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank #3.

Zacks Investment Research 19 oct

Horace Mann (HMN), an insurance provider for educators, is highlighted as a strong dividend play with a 3.11% yield, outperforming both its industry average (1.77%) and the S&P 500 (1.38%). The company has increased its dividend 5 times over the last 5 years with an average annual increase of 3.20%, and maintains a conservative 29% payout ratio. With solid earnings growth expected for 2026 and a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold), HMN presents a compelling opportunity for income investors.