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title: "Earnings Breakdown: Lincoln National Q4"
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description: "Lincoln National (NYSE:LNC) reported Q4 earnings on February 12, 2026, beating estimates by 17.55% with an EPS of $2.21 compared to the expected $1.88. However, revenue decreased by $143 million year-over-year. In the previous quarter, the company also exceeded EPS estimates, leading to a 3.22% increase in share price the following day. Historical performance shows fluctuations in EPS and revenue across recent quarters."
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# Earnings Breakdown: Lincoln National Q4

**Lincoln National** (NYSE:LNC) reported its Q4 earnings results on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 06:00 AM.

Here's what investors need to know about the announcement.

### Earnings

Lincoln National beat estimated earnings by 17.55%, reporting an EPS of $2.21 versus an estimate of $1.88.

Revenue was down $143.00 million from the same period last year.

### Overview of Past Earnings

The company beat on EPS by $0.18 in the last quarter, resulting in a 3.22% increase share price change the following day.

Here's a look at Lincoln National's past performance:

**Quarter**

**Q3 2025**

**Q2 2025**

**Q1 2025**

**Q4 2024**

**EPS Estimate**

1.86

1.89

1.52

1.74

**EPS Actual**

2.04

2.36

1.60

1.91

**Revenue Estimate**

4.80B

4.66B

4.69B

4.72B

**Revenue Actual**

4.55B

4.04B

4.69B

5.06B

To track all earnings releases for Lincoln National visit their earnings calendar here.

This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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