Provisions for credit losses drop by $104 million
The majority of firms had higher net income in Q4 of 2010 vs the previous year, but problems persist at some companies
Fourth quarter profits jump to $1.17 billion
Management, distribution fees rise
Insurance giant reduces exposure to risky investments
Revenues, performance fees lower
Sales of life insurance in the U.S. more than doubled in the quarter
Wealth manager boosts dividend
Increase in raw material prices, better employment conditions and stock market gains drive growth
Insurer adopts shareholder rights plan to prevent hostile takeovers