Equitable Holdings reported Q1 adjusted EPS $1.68, beating consensus $1.62, and revenue $4.23bn surpassing $3.96bn estimate.
Adjusted operating earnings per share rose 25% YoY to $1.68 from $1.30, while revenue fell 8% YoY to $4.23bn.
Retirement segment posted $396m earnings, $1.3bn net inflows and $6.0bn first‑year premiums, up 10% YoY.
Company returned $223m to shareholders via $76m dividends and $147m share repurchases, targeting a 60‑70% payout ratio in 2026.