Summary
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. reported solid financial results for the second quarter of 2011, demonstrating growth across key segments. Total revenues increased by 7% year-over-year to $2.6 billion, with net income attributable to Ameriprise Financial rising by 19% to $309 million. This growth was largely driven by a strong performance in the Advice & Wealth Management and Asset Management segments, supported by higher asset values due to market appreciation and net inflows. The company also repurchased a significant amount of its common stock, indicating confidence in its financial position and commitment to returning value to shareholders. The company is also progressing with its strategic decision to sell Securities America Financial Corporation, classifying it as discontinued operations. Despite a decrease in net investment income due to lower invested assets, the company's overall revenue growth and effective expense management, particularly in the Annuities and Protection segments, contributed to improved profitability. The company's capital position remains robust, with ample liquidity to meet operational needs and further investment opportunities.
Financial Highlights
34 data points| Revenue | $2.63B |
| Operating Expenses | $2.21B |
| Operating Income | $631.00M |
| Net Income | $309.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $1.28 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $1.25 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 245.50M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 251.00M |
Key Highlights
- 1Total revenues increased 7% to $2.6 billion in Q2 2011 compared to Q2 2010.
- 2Net income attributable to Ameriprise Financial grew 19% to $309 million in Q2 2011.
- 3Advice & Wealth Management segment pretax income increased 26% driven by improved advisor productivity and higher equity markets.
- 4Asset Management segment pretax income more than doubled, driven by strong asset growth and expense synergies post-acquisition.
- 5The company repurchased $795 million of common stock in the first six months of 2011, indicating a commitment to shareholder returns.
- 6Securities America Financial Corporation results were presented as discontinued operations, indicating a strategic divestiture.
- 7Total Assets Under Management and Administration (AUM & AUA) increased 17% to $670.2 billion as of June 30, 2011.