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In my May analysis on MetLife (NYSE:MET), I rated it a "hold". Since then, the stock price has risen over 16%, as the graphic below shows, so for those readers who ended up holding they certainly may have seen some
MetLife: Neutral Rating Maintained, As Stock Remains Overvalued
Summary
- My previous MetLife neutral/hold rating from May is affirmed, and I'm less bullish than the analyst consensus.
- Positives: dividend yield & stability, capital strength / solid scores from ratings agencies, share price presents buying range.
- Headwinds: high valuation vs. sector, disappointing YoY net earnings growth.
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