Lincoln National Corporation LNC NYSE

Lincoln National Corporation (LNC) has shown moderate revenue growth over the past 3 years, expanding from $18.8B to $18.2B (average +5.9%/yr). Net income reached $1.2B, reflecting exceptional earnings expansion at +105.4%/yr on average. The net profit margin is 6.5%, which is moderate. the company was profitable in 3 out of the last 4 years tracked. The gross margin is 57.3% (high), with a -42.7pp trend over the period. With a $7B market cap and MOAT composite score of 63/100, the company has a moderate competitive position.

Criteria proven by this page:

• GROWTH (83/100, Pass) — proving strong growth momentum
• PAST (75/100, Partial) — profitability has been inconsistent. Looking at the full 41-year history, the company was profitable in 39 of 41 years — an excellent long-term track record
• INCOME (45/100, Partial) — the company is profitable but margin is below 15%
• MOAT (63/100, Partial) — some competitive advantages are present but not dominant

Overall SharesGrow Score: 65/100 with 2/7 criteria passed.