UnumProvident Meets Third-Quarter Estimates

UnumProvident

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posted third-quarter earnings that fell short of last year's results but were in line with analysts' expectations.

The insurance company reported operating income of $145.5 million, or 60 cents a share, compared with $168.6 million, or 70 cents a share, last year, excluding charges and a federal income tax refund. A

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poll of 12 analysts expected the company to earn 60 cents a share.

Revenue for the third quarter fell slightly to $2.33 billion from $2.36 billion last year, excluding investment gains.