Great Wisdom Report on October 31st: MetLife, the largest life insurance company in the USA, announced its third quarter performance, with revenue of $18.44 billion, a 16.2% year-on-year growth, market expectations were $18.74 billion; adjusted net income attributable to shareholders was $1.38 billion, a 7.4% year-on-year decrease; adjusted earnings per share were $1.95, compared to an expected $2.19. The company stated that the decline in last quarter's performance was affected by the weak performance of the group benefits business. During the period, adjusted investment income rose by 8% to $5.3 billion.