Equitable Holdings reported Q1 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.68, beating consensus $1.62 and up 25% YoY.
Revenue reached $4.23 bn, surpassing $3.96 bn estimate though down 8% YoY from $4.58 bn.
Retirement segment posted $396 m earnings, $1.3 bn net inflows and $6.0 bn first‑year premiums, up 10% YoY.
Company returned $223 m to shareholders via $76 m dividends and $147 m buybacks, targeting 60‑70% payout ratio in 2026.