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Prudential Japan Business Pause Hits 2026 Earnings $300-350M → CEO Sullivan Becomes Chairman

Prudential Financial disclosed that its Japan life insurance business is pausing new policy sales due to regulatory review, expected to reduce 2026 earnings by $300-350 million, as CEO Andy Sullivan transitions to Executive Chairman in a leadership restructuring. Analyst consensus holds a Hold rating reflecting the Japan business headwind and leadership transition uncertainty. Risks include prolonged Japan business disruption beyond the initial estimate, potential reputational damage in the Japanese insurance market, and broader international insurance business execution risk.