- ISIN
- US37959E1029
- CUSIP
- 37959E102
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Insurance - Life
- IPO Date
- Dec 30, 1987
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $14.01B
- Enterprise Value
- $14.67B
- EPS (TTM)
- $14.47
- PE Ratio
- 12.14
- PEG Ratio
- 0.66
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- $6.08B
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- $2.31B
- EBITDA (TTM)
- $1.61B
- Year Range
- $116.73 - $176.17
- Target Price
- $171.25
- ROA (TTM)
- 3.80%
- ROE (TTM)
- 19.35%
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Performance
GL Performance Chart
Globe Life Inc. (GL) is up 26.1% since the beginning of the year. At $176 per share, GL is currently trading at its 52-week high. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of GL shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,902.
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Returns By Period
Globe Life Inc. (GL) has returned 26.08% so far this year and 45.01% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, GL has returned 12.34% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.71% annually.
Globe Life Inc.
- 1D
- 2.05%
- 1M
- 12.35%
- YTD
- 26.08%
- 6M
- 23.86%
- 1Y
- 45.01%
- 3Y*
- 19.25%
- 5Y*
- 13.72%
- 10Y*
- 12.34%
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- -1.44%
- 1M
- -1.45%
- YTD
- 7.60%
- 6M
- 6.59%
- 1Y
- 22.24%
- 3Y*
- 19.20%
- 5Y*
- 11.54%
- 10Y*
- 13.71%
GL Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Dec 30, 1987, GL's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.27%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 4.6 years.
Historically, 60% of months were positive and 40% were negative. The best month was May 2009 with a return of +36.9%, while the worst month was Apr 2024 at -34.4%. The longest winning streak lasted 8 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, GL closed higher 51% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 12, 2024 with a return of +20.2%, while the worst single day was Apr 11, 2024 at -53.1%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0.45% | 3.59% | -4.19% | 11.13% | -0.69% | 14.58% | 26.08% | ||||||
| 2025 | 9.71% | 4.37% | 3.37% | -6.17% | -1.19% | 1.99% | 13.27% | -0.37% | 2.16% | -7.84% | 2.45% | 3.81% | 26.47% |
| 2024 | 1.09% | 3.35% | -8.32% | -34.40% | 8.65% | -0.58% | 13.04% | 13.27% | 0.82% | -0.06% | 5.34% | 0.25% | -7.53% |
| 2023 | 0.42% | 0.70% | -9.40% | -1.36% | -4.92% | 6.24% | 2.54% | -0.53% | -2.55% | 7.24% | 5.82% | -1.15% | 1.77% |
| 2022 | 9.38% | -1.31% | -0.36% | -2.30% | -0.52% | -0.10% | 3.57% | -3.51% | 2.58% | 16.09% | 3.84% | 0.49% | 29.68% |
| 2021 | -4.63% | 3.33% | 3.46% | 6.28% | 2.86% | -9.65% | -2.04% | 3.18% | -7.33% | 0.21% | -2.79% | 8.30% | -0.49% |
Benchmark Metrics
Globe Life Inc. has an annualized alpha of 6.68%, beta of 0.98, and R2 of 0.34 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since December 30, 1987.
- This stock participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (96.74%) than losses (79.77%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- R2 of 0.34 means the benchmark explains less than half of this stock's behavior - treat beta with caution or consider switching to a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 6.68%
- Beta
- 0.98
- R²
- 0.34
- Upside Capture
- 96.74%
- Downside Capture
- 79.77%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
GL ranks 88 for risk / return — in the top 88% of stocks on our site. This means strong returns relative to risk — exactly what professional investors look for. Well-suited for investors who want to maximize return per unit of risk.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Globe Life Inc. (GL) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| GL | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | +0.34 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | +0.50 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.37 | 1.32 | +0.05 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 4.16 | 2.46 | +1.71 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 9.61 | 10.92 | -1.31 |
Dividends
Dividend History
Globe Life Inc. provided a 0.65% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $1.14 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 10 consecutive years.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $1.14 | $1.05 | $0.95 | $0.88 | $0.82 | $0.78 | $0.74 | $0.68 | $0.63 | $0.59 | $0.56 | $0.41 |
Dividend yield | 0.65% | 0.75% | 0.85% | 0.73% | 0.68% | 0.83% | 0.77% | 0.64% | 0.85% | 0.65% | 0.75% | 0.71% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Globe Life Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.27 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.33 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.60 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.24 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.27 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.27 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.27 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.05 |
| 2024 | $0.23 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.24 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.24 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.24 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.95 |
| 2023 | $0.21 | $0.00 | $0.23 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.23 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.23 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.88 |
| 2022 | $0.20 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.21 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.21 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.21 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.82 |
| 2021 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.20 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.20 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.20 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.78 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
Globe Life Inc. has a dividend yield of 0.65%, which signifies it pays a smaller percentage of its stock price in dividends to its shareholders compared to other companies in the market.
Payout Ratio
Globe Life Inc. has a payout ratio of 7.41%, which is below the market average. This means Globe Life Inc. returns a smaller proportion of its earnings to shareholders as dividends, suggesting it retains a higher portion for reinvestment, growth, or debt payment.
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Globe Life Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Globe Life Inc. was 75.34%, occurring on Mar 6, 2009. Recovery took 523 trading sessions.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Financial crisis2007–2009 | -75.34%Mar 2009 | 1y 9mo | 2y 26d | 3y 10moMay 2007 - Apr 2011 |
2024 bear market2024 | -61.62%Apr 2024 | 1mo 12d | 10mo 23d | 1yFeb 2024 - Feb 2025 |
Dot-com crash2000–2002 | -54.47%Mar 2000 | 1y 10mo | 1y 4mo | 3y 2moApr 1998 - Jul 2001 |
COVID crash2020 | -47.69%Mar 2020 | 1mo 1d | 2y 6mo | 2y 7moFeb 2020 - Oct 2022 |
1994 bear market1994 | -47.28%Nov 1994 | 1y 9mo | 2y 2mo | 4y 13dFeb 1993 - Feb 1997 |
Drawdown Indicators
| GL | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -75.34% | -56.78% | -18.56% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -10.87% | -9.10% | -1.77% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -61.62% | -18.90% | -42.72% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -61.62% | -25.43% | -36.19% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -61.62% | -33.92% | -27.70% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | 0.00% | -3.21% | +3.21% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -12.16% | -10.71% | -1.45% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 4.70% | 2.04% | +2.66% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Globe Life Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how Globe Life Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Insurance - Life industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for GL, comparing it with other companies in the Insurance - Life industry. Currently, GL has a P/E ratio of 12.1. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for GL compared to other companies in the Insurance - Life industry. GL currently has a PEG ratio of 0.7. This PEG ratio is close to the industry average, suggesting the stock’s valuation is balanced against its growth outlook.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for GL relative to other companies in the Insurance - Life industry. Currently, GL has a P/S ratio of 2.4. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for GL in comparison with other companies in the Insurance - Life industry. Currently, GL has a P/B value of 2.3. This P/B ratio is higher than most companies in the industry. It may suggest the stock is overvalued or that investors expect the company to generate high returns on its assets.
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