About MetLife
MetLife, Inc. is the holding company for Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, based at 200 Park Avenue in New York. The company traces its roots to 1863 and opened as Metropolitan Life Insurance Company on March 24, 1868. It became a public company in 2000 and trades on the NYSE under the symbol MET. Outside the U.S., MetLife operates in Japan, Latin America, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Products
In the U.S., MetLife is best known for coverage offered through employers: group life, disability, dental and other voluntary benefits, plus retirement and income solutions for plan sponsors. It also sells pet insurance. Its former U.S. retail life and annuity business was separated in 2017 as Brighthouse Financial. Compare options in employee benefits and life insurance.
Financial strength
MetLife is rated by AM Best, S&P, Moody's and Fitch. Check current ratings with the agencies before you buy.
Contact and claims
MetLife customer service: 1-800-638-5433. Employees with workplace coverage can also manage plans and claims through their employer's benefits portal.