Marsh & McLennan (MMC) Reports In-Line Q4 EPS

Marsh & McLennan (NYSE: MMC) reported Q4 EPS of $0.71, in-line with the analyst estimate of $0.71. Revenue for the quarter came in at $3.34 billion versus the consensus estimate of $3.26 billion.

Marsh & McLennan Companies President and CEO Dan Glaser said: "We capped off a successful year with an outstanding fourth quarter, posting our highest underlying revenue growth of 2015 at 5%. In 2015, we produced underlying revenue growth of 4% on a consolidated basis. Our adjusted operating margin expanded 100 basis points, with higher margins in both segments for the sixth consecutive year. Adjusted EPS grew 8% despite FX headwinds of approximately $.18 per share. In addition to our solid operating performance, we continued to deliver on our commitments to shareholders. We deployed $3.2 billion of capital through double-digit growth in dividends, a record level of share repurchase and an active year for acquisitions.

"We believe we are well positioned to deliver underlying revenue growth, margin expansion and strong EPS growth in 2016," concluded Mr. Glaser.

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