MetLife reported a 187% increase in net income to $2.4bn, or $3.67 per share, for the third quarter of 2026. Adjusted earnings rose 12% to $1.8bn, driven by higher variable investment income, broad-based volume growth and favourable underwriting. Adjusted earnings per share increased 22% to $2.85, excluding notable items, marking the highest quarterly figure in the company's history. Adjusted return on equity stood at 19.6%, excluding notable items.