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African American community a growing economic power but facing ongoing hurdles of debt

The African American Financial Experience is largely influenced by family, faith, early retirement and women playing a greater role in making decisions about money.

Those are just a few key findings from Prudential’s 2013-14 "African American Financial Experience" study. Released Tuesday, the study is the second in a biennial series measuring financial trends and attitudes in the African American community. (more)

10 youth volunteers get top honors from Prudential's Spirit of Community Awards
Students from around the world recognized in Washington, D.C.

When he was 5 years old, Louie McGee was diagnosed with a rare retinal ailment. "This disease steadily steals my vision," says Louie, now 12, of St. Paul, Minn. "Since there is no treatment or cure, it's very important that I work to raise money for science and research to preserve and restore my vision—and that of others.". (more)

Prudential is No. 2 on FORTUNE® magazine's 2013 World's Most Admired Companies list in the Life and Health category 

FORTUNE® magazine announced its 2013 World's Most Admired Companies® list on Feb. 28, and Prudential earned the No. 2 spot in the Insurance: Life, Health category.

"We're pleased to be recognized once again for this important distinction and to be among the leading Most Admired Companies in our industry," says Chief Communications Officer Bob DeFillippo.  (more)

Prudential's Challenge Lab helps break down financial challenges—one step at a time

When it comes to our finances, why do we procrastinate? Why do we think "it won't happen to me?" Can we pass up a reward now for a better reward down the road? These are just some of the natural human tendencies explored on Prudential's Challenge Lab website, which helps people better understand their financial challenges and discover Prudential solutions. (more)

THOUGHT LEADER OF THE WEEK: MICHELE MEYER-SHIPP
Diversity and inclusion should be woven into the fabric of talent and business

According to Michele Meyer-Shipp diversity and inclusion should be woven into the fabric of talent initiatives as well as business practices. "At Prudential, this principle fuels our community programs and enhances our ability to engage with an increasingly diverse client base," says the company's chief diversity officer. (more)

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Prudential News Releases

24 May 2013

Prudential listed as a Best for Vets Employer by Military Times

NEWARK, N.J., May 24, 2013 - Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) announced today that it has been recognized by Military Times as a “Best for Vets Employer” for its commitment to providing job training and opportunities for veterans and support for military personnel on reserve duty. (more)
21 May 2013

New Prudential study shows African Americans’ wealth building weakened by competing financial priorities, lagging investment product ownership

NEWARK, N.J., May 21, 2013 - Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE:PRU) today revealed the results of its 2013-2014 “African American Financial Experience” study, which found that competing priorities and fewer investment products constrict African Americans’ ability to build a legacy of wealth. The biennial study also found that the African American community remains optimistic and continues to demonstrate financial progress, confidence and growing affluence, despite mounting debt and little contact with the financial services industry. (more)
20 May 2013

California plan re-commits to Prudential

NEWARK, N.J., May 20, 2013 - Prudential Retirement announced today that Alameda County, a government plan client for more than 20 years, has recommitted their retirement plan to Prudential Retirement. Prudential Retirement is a business unit of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU). (more)
20 May 2013

Prudential Financial again ranks among the top 10 on DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity

NEWARK, N.J., May 20, 2013 - For the second consecutive year, Prudential Financial, Inc. [NYSE: PRU] earned a top 10 spot on DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity list, this year moving from No. 9 to No. 8. Prudential has ranked on the list every year since its inception in 2001. (more)
14 May 2013

Prudential Financial Declares Quarterly Dividend on Common Stock

NEWARK, N.J., May 14, 2013 - Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) announced today the declaration of a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share of Common Stock, payable on June 20, 2013, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 29, 2013. (more)
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