Net income from continuing operations attributable to Aon shareholders in the fourth quarter was $374 million, or $1.58 per share, compared to $276 million, or $1.13 per share, in the prior year period. Net income per share from continuing operations, adjusted for certain items, increased 17% to $2.53, including an unfavorable impact of $0.04 per share if the company were to translate prior year period results at current period foreign exchange rates ("foreign currency translation"), compared to $2.16 in the prior year period.
"Our fourth quarter results reflect strong operational and financial performance to finish the year, highlighted by organic revenue growth of 7%, including growth of 5% or greater in four of the five solutions lines, and substantial operating margin improvement of 210 basis points. For the full year, we delivered our strongest level of organic revenue growth in over 15 years and adjusted operating margin of 27.5%," said Greg Case, Chief Executive Officer.
"Our strong performance reflects continued momentum as we strategically position the firm to bring the best of global Aon to clients and execute against our Aon United strategy. We enter 2020 in a position of strength to continue to improve the long-term growth profile of the firm that we believe will unlock significant value for clients and shareholders."