Japan Post Holdings sells $1.37M in Aflac stock

Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd., a 10% owner and director of AFLAC INC (NYSE:AFL), sold shares of the insurance company’s common stock totaling approximately $1.37 million on September 29, 2026.

The transactions involved the sale of 12,100 shares. These shares were sold at prices ranging from $113.1 to $113.64 per share. The stock has since appreciated to $120.51, representing a gain of approximately 6% from the transaction prices.

Following these sales, Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd. beneficially owns 50,445,290 shares of AFLAC common stock. The reported securities are held indirectly through J&A Alliance Holdings Corporation, which acts as the trustee of the J&A Alliance Trust. Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd. is identified as the sole settlor and beneficiary of this Trust.

In other recent news, Aflac reported mixed results for the second quarter of 2026. The company’s adjusted earnings per share were $1.75, which fell short of the forecasted $1.78. However, Aflac’s revenue slightly exceeded expectations, coming in at $4.12 billion against the anticipated $4.11 billion. These earnings results suggest a cautious outlook for U.S. premium growth despite the revenue beat. Additionally, Wolfe Research initiated coverage on Aflac with an underperform rating, setting a price target of $103.00. The research firm expressed concerns about Aflac’s operations in Japan, particularly the deceleration of its core third-sector engine. These developments highlight the challenges Aflac faces in maintaining its growth trajectory amid varying market conditions.