CNO Financial Group Inc Stock Discussion

CNO Financial Group's quick expansion and low payout ratio suggest it's retaining profits for reinvestment, hinting at a management focus on long-term growth. This mix warrants further investigation.

CNO Financial Group's low ROE and significant debt usage make it less appealing currently. High quality businesses usually have high ROE and low debt. However, ROE is only one aspect in assessing a company's business quality.

CNO Financial's subdued revenue growth in line with industry P/S ratio is alarming. Projected revenues may not support positive outlook for long, leaving investors at potential overpay risk.

Market participants may value CNO Financial Group through other metrics, as rising share prices contrast decreasing EPS. Also, despite the total shareholder return of 13% over the last year (higher than a 5-year annualized return of 7%), the reduction in revenue and 3 identified warning signals need attention.

CFO Paul McDonough is optimistic about Wildin's appointment due to her vast experience in the finance and accounting sectors. He acknowledges her potential positive impact on CNO's future financial performance.