What Is Aetna's Stock Symbol?
Aetna Life Insurance is part of the global health insurance provider Aetna Inc., which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The official ticker symbol for Aetna's shares is AET. This symbol is used by investors, analysts, and financial platforms to identify the company's stock in trading and reporting systems.
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Historical Context of AET
Aetna was acquired by CVS Health in 2018, and the combined entity continued to trade under the AET ticker for a period while the acquisition was finalized. In 2020, after CVS Health completed the transaction, the AET symbol was retired and the shares were delisted. Today, Aetna's operations are wholly integrated within CVS Health, which trades under the ticker CVS. Therefore, while AET was the historical symbol, it is no longer active in the market.
Current Status of Aetna's Public Listings
Because Aetna was fully absorbed by CVS Health, investors who wish to gain exposure to Aetna's business must do so through CVS Health's shares (CVS). The transition was completed on December 31, 2020, and the AET symbol ceased trading thereafter. For reference, the last closing price for AET before delisting was approximately $48.50 on December 30, 2020.
Financial Snapshot of CVS Health (Parent Company)
CVS Health, the parent company that now encompasses Aetna, is a diversified healthcare conglomerate with significant insurance operations. Key financial metrics (FY 2023) include:
| Metric | Value | Source Type |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $322.2 B | Annual Report |
| Net Income | $4.1 B | Annual Report |
| Market Cap | $120 B | Market Data |
How to Track Aetna's Legacy Stock
While AET is no longer active, historical data can be accessed through financial archives, Bloomberg, or the SEC's EDGAR system. Analysts often reference AET's performance to understand Aetna's pre-acquisition valuation and to assess the impact of the merger on CVS Health's financials.
Key Takeaways for Investors
- AET was the ticker for Aetna Life Insurance before its acquisition.
- Post-acquisition, the symbol was retired; Aetna now operates under CVS Health (CVS).
- Investors looking for exposure to Aetna's business must hold CVS shares.
- Historical AET data remains useful for merger analysis and legacy performance studies.