Genworth Financial lost $41 million last quarter but plans to spend $500 million buying back shares.

Nov 5, 2026, 10:45 AM ETResultsRead the original at Benzinga

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Genworth reported a $41 million loss, though adjusted operating income excluding the closed block was $102 million and Enact returned $122 million. A $500 million buyback expansion helps, but a possible large cost from care assumptions leaves the outlook mixed.

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Enact's cash returns give Genworth money for care services, debt payments, and shareholder returns. CareScout is growing, and Genworth has raised its buyback limit. The company also warned that changes in care costs and use could hurt its long-term care business. That risk sits beside the loss and strong Enact result, so the report points in mixed directions.

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