NYSE:AMP
AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL INC
A leading US-based financial planning firm offering integrated wealth management, insurance, and retirement solutions to millions of retail and institutional clients.
Key Metrics
Investment Thesis
Bull Case
Investors may favor Ameriprise due to its consistent earnings growth trajectory, evidenced by rising net income from $2.56B in 2022 to $3.56B in 2025, which signals resilient demand for wealth management services. The company's ability to generate substantial operating cash flow allows it to reward shareholders through a robust dividend and buyback program while maintaining a healthy balance sheet. Diversification across insurance, banking, and advisory lines provides stability against sector-specific downturns.
Bear Case
Concerns regarding the valuation of large marketable security positions could weigh on earnings if equity markets correct sharply in the near term. The company carries significant accumulated other comprehensive income loss and a substantial retained earnings deficit relative to recent profits, which may indicate past volatility or specific accounting adjustments affecting equity metrics. High operating expenses of $14.41B suggest that maintaining growth margins requires continuous investment in technology and advisor compensation.
About AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL INC
Ameriprise Financial Inc. provides comprehensive financial planning services, including wealth management, insurance, retirement planning, and investment products to individuals and businesses across the United States. The company operates through a network of independent advisors serving millions of clients with personalized solutions for life events, estate planning, and long-term asset growth.
Analysis
Management Discussion
Ameriprise reported a net profit of $3.56B in 2025, reflecting a steady year-over-year increase from the previous year's $3.40B earnings despite macroeconomic headwinds. The company generated strong operating cash flow of $8.32B, which was partially offset by significant investing outflows of $1.53B and financing activities related to debt repayments and repurchases. This financial strength supports a growing shareholder return program with $2.91B in share repurchases and $596M in dividends paid during the period.
Industry Overview
The financial services industry is characterized by intense competition among banks, broker-dealers, and independent advisory firms for a shrinking but aging population of high-net-worth individuals. Success in this sector increasingly depends on digital integration, fiduciary standards, and the ability to offer holistic planning rather than just product sales. Regulatory oversight remains strict, requiring firms to maintain adequate capital reserves and adhere to complex disclosure rules.
Financial Statements
Income Statement
Balance Sheet
Cash Flow
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $14.35B | $16.10B | $17.93B | $18.91B |
| Cost of Revenue | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Gross Profit | $14.35B | $16.10B | $17.93B | $18.91B |
| Operating Expenses | $11.16B | $12.86B | $13.66B | $14.41B |
| Operating Income | $3.18B | $3.23B | $4.27B | $4.50B |
| G&A | $3.72B | $3.87B | $3.90B | $3.88B |
| Stock-Based Comp | $170.0M | $187.0M | $193.0M | $206.0M |
| D&A | $142.0M | $151.0M | $142.0M | $151.0M |
| Amortization | $45.0M | $52.0M | $56.0M | $61.0M |
| Other OpEx | $7.44B | $8.99B | $9.76B | $10.53B |
| Non-Operating Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Pre-Tax Income | $3.18B | $3.23B | $4.27B | $4.50B |
| Income Tax | $623.0M | $678.0M | $866.0M | $941.0M |
| Continuing Ops | $2.56B | $2.56B | $3.40B | $3.56B |
| Discontinued Ops | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net Income | $2.56B | $2.56B | $3.40B | $3.56B |
| Minority Interest | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net to Common | $2.56B | $2.56B | $3.40B | $3.56B |
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PP&E (Net) | $630.0M | $681.0M | $733.0M | $744.0M |
| Goodwill | $1.39B | $1.41B | $1.40B | $1.44B |
| Operating Leases | $268.0M | $259.0M | $246.0M | $223.0M |
| Total Assets | $158.47B | $175.19B | $181.40B | $190.90B |
| Total Liabilities | $154.85B | $170.46B | $176.18B | $184.35B |
| Shareholders' Equity | $3.61B | $4.73B | $5.23B | $6.55B |
| Retained Earnings | $19.53B | $21.91B | $24.71B | $27.66B |
| AOCI | $-2.35B | $-1.77B | $-1.91B | $-892.0M |
| Total L&E | $158.47B | $175.19B | $181.40B | $190.90B |
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Income (CFO) | $2.56B | $2.56B | $3.40B | $3.56B |
| Non-Cash Adjustments | $-6.10B | $-3.73B | $-1.13B | $-895.0M |
| Working Capital Changes | $7.95B | $5.86B | $4.33B | $5.66B |
| Cash from Operations | $4.41B | $4.68B | $6.59B | $8.32B |
| Cash from Investing | $-13.58B | $-9.26B | $-551.0M | $-1.53B |
| Debt Repayments | $510.0M | $760.0M | $561.0M | $510.0M |
| Share Buybacks | $1.98B | $2.13B | $2.45B | $2.91B |
| Dividends Paid | $534.0M | $550.0M | $574.0M | $596.0M |
| Cash from Financing | $8.43B | $4.41B | $-5.17B | $-5.16B |
| FX Effect | $-68.0M | $31.0M | $-10.0M | $31.0M |
| Net Change in Cash | $-814.0M | $-135.0M | $869.0M | $1.67B |
| Beginning Cash | $9.57B | $8.76B | $8.62B | $9.49B |
| Ending Cash | $8.76B | $8.62B | $9.49B | $11.16B |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL INC make money?
The company's revenue is driven primarily by its Wealth Management segment, which generates fees from advisory services, asset under management (AUM), and sales of securities. Additional streams include the Insurance segment providing life and accident insurance products, as well as corporate banking and lending services through its Commercial Finance arm. The data reflects significant investment activity with substantial marketable security purchases and a robust operating profit derived from fee-based business models.
What are the main risks for AMP?
Interest rate volatility can impact net interest income from commercial lending and the valuation of investment portfolios held within the firm's accounts. Regulatory changes in the financial services sector could increase compliance costs or restrict certain product offerings and sales practices. Economic downturns may lead to higher client withdrawal rates, reduced insurance premiums, and lower equity market valuations affecting AUM-based fee revenue.
What is AMP's competitive advantage?
Ameriprise leverages its massive scale in assets under management to provide a full suite of financial products, creating high switching costs for clients who consolidate their life and wealth needs with the firm. The company's decentralized advisor network fosters strong client relationships and deep market knowledge that are difficult for competitors to replicate quickly. Strong capital generation from operations allows for consistent dividend growth and share repurchases, supporting shareholder returns and financial flexibility.
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