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Employers Holdings, Inc. Appoints Steve Sorenson to Board of Directors
Newsfilter· 2024-02-15 22:00
HENDERSON, Nev., Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Employers Holdings, Inc., (NYSE:EIG) today announced the appointment of Steve Sorenson to the Board of Directors, effective March 1, 2024. "We are very excited to welcome Steve Sorenson to the Employers Holdings, Inc. Board," said Katherine H. Antonello, President and Chief Executive Officer of Employers Holdings, Inc. "Steve brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in areas including transformational leadership, insurance operations, and insurance produc ...
Spotlight on Employers Holdings' (EIG) Q4 Earnings Drivers
Zacks Investment Research· 2024-02-13 17:46
Employers Holdings, Inc. (EIG) is set to report its fourth-quarter 2023 results on Feb 15, after the closing bell. It is expected to have witnessed increased net premiums earned and lower net investment income in the December quarter.Earnings Surprise HistoryEmployers Holdings’ earnings beat the consensus estimate in all the prior four quarters, with the average being 26.5%. This is depicted in the graph below:In the last reported quarter, the workers' compensation insurance provider reported adjusted opera ...
Countdown to Employers Holdings (EIG) Q4 Earnings: Wall Street Forecasts for Key Metrics
Zacks Investment Research· 2024-02-12 15:21
Analysts on Wall Street project that Employers Holdings (EIG) will announce quarterly earnings of $1 per share in its forthcoming report, representing a decline of 20% year over year. Revenues are projected to reach $213.27 million, declining 3.9% from the same quarter last year.The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days. This reflects how the analysts covering the stock have collectively reevaluated their initial estimates during this timeframe.Before a company ...
Employers Holdings, Inc. Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Earnings Release and Conference Call
Newsfilter· 2024-01-29 21:15
RENO, Nev., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Employers Holdings, Inc. (the "Company") (NYSE:EIG) today announced that it will release its fourth quarter and full-year 2023 financial results after market close on Thursday, February 15, 2024, after which these materials will be available on the Company's website at www.employers.com through the "Investors" link. Conference Call DetailsThe Company will then review these financial results via a conference call and webcast on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 11:00 ...
Employers (EIG) - 2023 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-10-26 20:37
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gross premiums written increased to $196 million, up 4% from $189 million a year ago, primarily due to higher new and renewal business writings [8] - Net premiums earned rose to $185 million, a 3% increase from $179 million in the previous year [8] - Net investment income increased by 9% to $26 million, driven by higher market interest rates impacting bond yields [30] - Net income was negatively impacted by $6 million of net after-tax unrealized losses from equity securities and $26 million from fixed maturity securities [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Employers segment reported pretax income of $21 million, down from $26 million a year ago, with a combined ratio of 98% [9] - The Cerity segment experienced a pretax loss of $2 million, consistent with the previous year [9] - The average policy size increased from approximately $5,200 to $5,500 over the past year, attributed to economic growth and higher employment levels [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported strong audit pickups totaling $7.4 million in Q3, compared to $12.5 million in the same quarter of 2022 [16] - New business written premiums reached $115 million, with about $40 million coming from appetite expansion classes [36] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on integrating Cerity's operations to enhance efficiency and reduce redundant systems [12] - There is an ongoing effort to expand underwriting appetite, with a committee formed to explore new class codes for 2024 [36] - The company aims to reduce total underwriting expenses as a percentage of earned premiums in 2024 [33] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's position to benefit from favorable trends in the small business workers' compensation sector [13] - The internal drug cost index for in-network pharmacy costs has been decreasing since 2019, with a slight uptick in 2023, but remains lower than pre-pandemic levels [46] Other Important Information - The company repurchased 367,209 shares at an average price of $38.95 per share, with a remaining share repurchase authorization of $36 million [31] - A quarterly dividend of $0.28 per share was declared, payable on November 22 [31] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the outlook for premium growth excluding audit adjustments? - Management indicated that gross written premium increased about 12% in Q3 2023 relative to Q3 2022, maintaining double-digit growth when excluding audit adjustments [35] Question: What is the average policy size for the new business? - The average policy size has increased due to both economic growth and appetite expansion efforts [20] Question: When is the consolidation of Cerity expected to be completed? - The consolidation is expected to be largely completed in 2024, with benefits anticipated from an expense standpoint [40]
Employers (EIG) - 2023 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2023-10-26 16:00
PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION [Consolidated Financial Statements](index=2&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The unaudited consolidated financial statements detail decreased assets and liabilities, and a significant increase in nine-month net income [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=3&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Total assets decreased to **$3,527.0 million**, liabilities also declined, and stockholders' equity slightly decreased from year-end 2022 Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in millions) | Account | Sep 30, 2023 (Unaudited) | Dec 31, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Assets** | **$3,527.0** | **$3,716.7** | | Total Investments | $2,333.9 | $2,568.8 | | Premiums Receivable | $363.3 | $305.9 | | **Total Liabilities** | **$2,608.0** | **$2,772.5** | | Unpaid Losses and LAE | $1,913.4 | $1,960.7 | | FHLB Advances | $40.4 | $182.5 | | **Total Stockholders' Equity** | **$919.0** | **$944.2** | [Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)](index=5&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Income%20%28Loss%29) Nine-month net income significantly increased to **$72.5 million** from **$1.3 million**, primarily due to a positive swing in investment gains Financial Performance Summary (in millions, except EPS) | Metric | Q3 2023 | Q3 2022 | 9M 2023 | 9M 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Premiums Earned | $184.6 | $178.7 | $534.4 | $494.1 | | Total Revenues | $203.5 | $204.4 | $625.2 | $491.7 | | Net Income | $14.0 | $19.1 | $72.5 | $1.3 | | Diluted EPS | $0.54 | $0.70 | $2.71 | $0.05 | | Total Comprehensive (Loss) Income | $(12.1) | $(45.1) | $54.8 | $(218.2) | [Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity](index=6&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Stockholders%27%20Equity) Total stockholders' equity decreased to **$919.0 million**, primarily due to stock repurchases and dividends, partially offset by net income - For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the company acquired **$61.6 million** of its common stock and declared **$22.0 million** in dividends[22](index=22&type=chunk) - Net income of **$72.5 million** for the nine-month period was a primary contributor to retained earnings, but was offset by stock repurchases, dividends, and a **$17.7 million** increase in net unrealized losses on AFS investments[22](index=22&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=8&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Operating cash decreased, investing activities provided **$225.0 million**, and financing used **$227.2 million** for FHLB repayments and stock repurchases Net Cash Flow Summary (in millions) | Activity | 9M 2023 | 9M 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Cash from Operating Activities | $21.8 | $67.5 | | Net Cash from (used in) Investing Activities | $225.0 | $(97.7) | | Net Cash (used in) from Financing Activities | $(227.2) | $103.2 | | **Net Increase in Cash** | **$19.6** | **$73.0** | - Financing activities in the first nine months of 2023 included **$142.1 million** in repayments of FHLB advances and **$61.5 million** for the acquisition of common stock[25](index=25&type=chunk) [Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=11&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements%20%28Unaudited%29) Notes detail accounting policies, investment portfolio, CECL, segment operations (Employers and Cerity), and a **$9.4 million** lease termination charge - The company operates through two reportable segments: Employers (traditional agent-based business) and Cerity (direct-to-customer business)[33](index=33&type=chunk)[110](index=110&type=chunk)[111](index=111&type=chunk) - During the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the company recorded a net charge of **$9.4 million** related to the early termination of the lease for its former corporate headquarters in Reno, Nevada[81](index=81&type=chunk)[117](index=117&type=chunk) - As of September 30, 2023, the company had an allowance for current expected credit losses (CECL) of **$3.2 million** on AFS debt securities, **$16.2 million** on premiums receivable, and **$0.9 million** on reinsurance recoverables[56](index=56&type=chunk)[65](index=65&type=chunk)[68](index=68&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Consolidated Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=26&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses financial performance, highlighting record policies in-force, **$72.5 million** net income from investment results, segment performance, and strong liquidity - The company achieved a record number of policies in-force, with year-over-year increases in new and renewal business premiums driving top-line growth[128](index=128&type=chunk) - Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was **$72.5 million**, compared to **$1.3 million** for the same period in 2022, primarily driven by a positive swing in net realized and unrealized investment gains/losses and higher net investment income[134](index=134&type=chunk)[137](index=137&type=chunk) - A non-recurring charge of **$9.4 million** was incurred during the nine months ended September 30, 2023, related to the early lease termination of the former corporate headquarters[137](index=137&type=chunk)[149](index=149&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=28&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Gross premiums written increased to **$589.5 million**, net investment income rose, and investment gains contributed to **$72.5 million** net income Consolidated Results of Operations (in millions) | Metric | 9M 2023 | 9M 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gross Premiums Written | $589.5 | $540.4 | | Net Premiums Earned | $534.4 | $494.1 | | Net Investment Income | $80.3 | $62.8 | | Net Realized/Unrealized Gains (Losses) | $10.7 | $(65.5) | | Total Revenues | $625.2 | $491.7 | | Total Expenses | $534.9 | $491.8 | | **Net Income** | **$72.5** | **$1.3** | [Summary of Financial Results by Segment](index=30&type=section&id=Summary%20of%20Financial%20Results%20by%20Segment) Employers segment underwriting income increased to **$28.6 million** with a **94.6%** combined ratio, while Cerity reported a **$5.7 million** net loss Net Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes by Segment (9M 2023, in millions) | Segment | Net Income (Loss) Before Taxes | | :--- | :--- | | Employers | $97.5 | | Cerity | $(5.7) | | Corporate and Other | $(1.5) | | **Total** | **$90.3** | - The Employers segment's combined ratio improved to **94.6%** for the nine months ended Sep 30, 2023, from **96.8%** in the prior year period, driven by a lower loss and LAE ratio[151](index=151&type=chunk)[159](index=159&type=chunk) - The Cerity segment's gross premiums written grew to **$5.1 million** for the nine months of 2023 from **$3.6 million** in 2022, though it still recorded an underwriting loss of **$10.5 million**[174](index=174&type=chunk)[180](index=180&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=35&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company maintains strong capital and liquidity, with **$75.8 million** in holding company cash, **$61.1 million** in stock repurchases, and **$22.5 million** in dividends - Total cash and investments at the holding company (EHI) were **$75.8 million** at September 30, 2023[192](index=192&type=chunk) - The company repurchased **1,570,342 shares** for **$61.1 million** during the nine months ended September 30, 2023[214](index=214&type=chunk) - Dividends paid to stockholders totaled **$22.5 million** for the nine months ended September 30, 2023[213](index=213&type=chunk) - As of September 30, 2023, the company had **$40.4 million** in FHLB advances outstanding, down from **$182.5 million** at the start of the year[201](index=201&type=chunk)[220](index=220&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=40&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company manages credit, interest rate, and equity price risks, with a **4.4-year** portfolio duration and a **$76.4 million** impact from a 100 basis point rate rise - The company's primary market risks are identified as credit risk, interest rate risk, and equity price risk[233](index=233&type=chunk) - The duration of the fixed maturity investment portfolio was **4.4 years** as of September 30, 2023[237](index=237&type=chunk) Interest Rate Sensitivity Analysis (as of Sep 30, 2023) | Hypothetical Change in Interest Rates | Estimated Pre-tax (Decrease) in Fair Value | | :--- | :--- | | 100 basis point rise | $(76.4) million | | 200 basis point rise | $(155.1) million | | 300 basis point rise | $(228.3) million | [Controls and Procedures](index=42&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded disclosure controls were effective as of September 30, 2023, with no material changes in internal control over financial reporting - The Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by the report[248](index=248&type=chunk) - No changes in internal control over financial reporting occurred during the quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the company's internal control over financial reporting[249](index=249&type=chunk) PART II – OTHER INFORMATION [Legal Proceedings](index=43&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in routine litigation, with no expected material effect on financial condition or results of operations - Management states that any ultimate liability from pending or threatened litigation is not expected to have a material effect on the company's results of operations, liquidity, or financial position[252](index=252&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=43&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) No material changes to previously disclosed risk factors have occurred since the Annual Report on Form 10-K - As of the date of this report, there have been no material changes to the risk factors contained in the company's Annual Report[253](index=253&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=43&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) The company repurchased **367,209 shares** for **$14.3 million** in Q3 2023 and authorized a new **$50.0 million** stock repurchase program Q3 2023 Stock Repurchases | Period | Total Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid Per Share | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | July 2023 | 30,000 | $38.24 | | August 2023 | 260,216 | $39.04 | | September 2023 | 76,993 | $38.92 | | **Total Q3** | **367,209** | **$38.95** | - A new stock repurchase authorization for up to **$50.0 million** was approved on July 26, 2023, valid through December 31, 2024[254](index=254&type=chunk) [Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=43&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) No defaults upon senior securities were reported - The company reports no defaults upon senior securities[255](index=255&type=chunk) [Mine Safety Disclosures](index=43&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the company's operations - This item is not applicable to the company[256](index=256&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=43&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) No director or officer adopted or terminated a Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement during the third quarter of 2023 - During the three months ended September 30, 2023, no director or officer adopted or terminated a Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement[257](index=257&type=chunk) [Exhibits](index=44&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists all exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including CEO and CFO certifications and XBRL data files
Employers (EIG) - 2023 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-07-27 20:24
Employers Holdings Inc. (NYSE:EIG) Q2 2023 Earnings Call Transcript July 27, 2023 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Lori Brown - Executive VP, Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary Kathy Antonello - President, CEO and Director Michael Paquette - Executive VP, CFO and Treasurer Conference Call Participants Mark Hughes - Truist Securities Bob Farnam - Janney Operator Hello, and welcome to the Employers Holdings, Inc. Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call and webcast. [Operator Ins ...
Employers (EIG) - 2023 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2023-07-27 16:00
For the transition period from ____ to ____ Commission file number: 001-33245 EMPLOYERS HOLDINGS, INC. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation ...
Employers (EIG) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-04-28 17:09
Employers Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:EIG) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call April 28, 2023 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Lori Brown - EVP, Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary Katherine Antonello - President, CEO & Director Michael Paquette - EVP, CFO & Treasurer Conference Call Participants Matthew Carletti - JMP Securities Mark Hughes - Truist Securities Robert Farnam - Janney Montgomery Scott Operator Thank you for standing by, and welcome to the Employers Holdings First Quarter 2023 Ea ...
Employers (EIG) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2023-04-27 16:00
PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION [Item 1. Consolidated Financial Statements](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents unaudited consolidated financial statements for Employers Holdings, Inc., including Balance Sheets, Statements of Comprehensive Income, Stockholders' Equity, and Cash Flows for Q1 2023 and 2022 Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in millions) | Account | March 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Assets** | **$3,744.0** | **$3,716.7** | | Total Investments | $2,590.3 | $2,568.8 | | Cash and cash equivalents | $86.7 | $89.2 | | **Total Liabilities** | **$2,769.9** | **$2,772.5** | | Unpaid losses and loss adjustment expenses | $1,953.7 | $1,960.7 | | **Total Stockholders' Equity** | **$974.1** | **$944.2** | Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss) Highlights (in millions, except per share data) | Metric | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net premiums earned | $172.7 | $150.2 | | Total revenues | $206.5 | $152.0 | | Total expenses | $177.5 | $154.5 | | **Net income (loss)** | **$23.6** | **$(2.3)** | | **Diluted EPS** | **$0.86** | **$(0.08)** | | Total comprehensive income (loss) | $47.4 | $(90.5) | Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows Highlights (in millions) | Cash Flow Activity | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $4.3 | $16.8 | | Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities | $12.8 | $(6.1) | | Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities | $(19.6) | $44.7 | | **Net (decrease) increase in cash** | **$(2.5)** | **$55.4** | [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Consolidated Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=25&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses Q1 2023 financial performance, highlighting a return to profitability driven by increased net premiums and favorable investment results, covering operations, segment performance, liquidity, and capital resources [Results of Operations](index=28&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Net income reached **$23.6 million** in Q1 2023, a turnaround from a **$2.3 million** loss in Q1 2022, driven by increased net premiums and investment gains Consolidated Results of Operations (in millions) | Metric | Q1 2023 | Q1 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net premiums earned | $172.7 | $150.2 | | Total revenues | $206.5 | $152.0 | | Losses and LAE | $107.4 | $94.2 | | Total expenses | $177.5 | $154.5 | | **Net income (loss)** | **$23.6** | **$(2.3)** | - Key drivers for Q1 2023 performance compared to Q1 2022 include a **15.0% increase in net premiums earned**, a **44.5% increase in net investment income**, and a significant swing in investment results from a **$17.3 million loss to a $6.4 million gain**[124](index=124&type=chunk) - Gross premiums written increased to **$194.9 million** in Q1 2023 from **$172.4 million** in Q1 2022, driven by growth in new and renewal business, and a **$9.4 million** audit premium pick-up due to a strengthening labor market and rising wages[115](index=115&type=chunk)[120](index=120&type=chunk) [Summary of Financial Results by Segment](index=31&type=section&id=Summary%20of%20Financial%20Results%20by%20Segment) The 'Employers' segment improved underwriting income to **$2.1 million** with a **98.7%** combined ratio, while the 'Cerity' segment continued to scale with a **$4.1 million** underwriting loss, and 'Corporate and Other' reversed to a **$1.1 million** net income before taxes Employers Segment Performance (in millions) | Metric | Q1 2023 | Q1 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gross premiums written | $194.2 | $171.2 | | Net premiums earned | $171.3 | $149.6 | | Underwriting income | $2.1 | $0.0 | | Net income before taxes | $30.1 | $2.0 | | **Combined ratio** | **98.7%** | **100.0%** | Cerity Segment Performance (in millions) | Metric | Q1 2023 | Q1 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gross premiums written | $0.7 | $1.2 | | Net premiums earned | $1.4 | $0.6 | | Underwriting loss | $(4.1) | $(3.0) | | Net loss before taxes | $(2.2) | $(2.7) | - The Employers segment's growth was driven by increased new business submissions, quotes, and binds, expansion in business classes offered, and a **$9.4 million** audit premium pick-up from a stronger labor market[139](index=139&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=36&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company maintains strong capital and liquidity, with **$98.3 million** in holding company cash and investments, an undrawn **$75.0 million** credit facility, and **$974.1 million** in stockholders' equity - Total cash and investments at the holding company were **$98.3 million** at March 31, 2023[172](index=172&type=chunk) - The company has a **$75.0 million** three-year revolving credit facility, amended in February 2023 to replace LIBOR with SOFR, with no outstanding borrowings during Q1 2023[173](index=173&type=chunk)[174](index=174&type=chunk)[177](index=177&type=chunk) Q1 2023 Capital Actions (in millions) | Action | Amount | | :--- | :--- | | Share Repurchases | $11.3 | | Dividends Paid | $7.6 | - As of March 31, 2023, the company had outstanding FHLB advances of **$182.5 million**, taken in 2022, with a weighted average interest rate of **4.87%**[181](index=181&type=chunk)[199](index=199&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=39&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company manages primary market risks including credit, interest rate, and equity price risks through portfolio diversification and duration management - The company's primary market risks are credit risk, interest rate risk, and equity price risk[213](index=213&type=chunk) Interest Rate Risk Sensitivity Analysis (Pre-tax change in Fair Value) | Hypothetical Change in Interest Rates | Estimated Decrease in Fair Value (in millions) | | :--- | :--- | | 100 basis point rise | $(92.4) | | 200 basis point rise | $(177.8) | | 300 basis point rise | $(257.6) | Equity Price Risk Sensitivity Analysis (Pre-tax impact) | Scenario | Impact on Total Equity Securities (in millions) | | :--- | :--- | | 10% Fair Value Decrease | $(20.4) | | 10% Fair Value Increase | $20.4 | - The fixed maturity investment portfolio had a duration of **3.8 years** as of March 31, 2023, weighted toward short- and intermediate-term bonds to minimize interest rate risk[217](index=217&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=42&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of March 31, 2023, with no material changes in internal control over financial reporting - The CEO and CFO concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by the report[226](index=226&type=chunk) - No changes in internal control over financial reporting occurred during the quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the company's internal control over financial reporting[227](index=227&type=chunk) PART II – OTHER INFORMATION [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=40&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in routine litigation, with no expected material effect on its financial condition or results of operations - The company states that any liability from pending or threatened litigation is not expected to have a material effect on its results of operations, liquidity, or financial position[229](index=229&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=40&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) No material changes to the risk factors previously disclosed in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K have occurred - As of the date of this report, there have been no material changes to the risk factors contained in the company's Annual Report[230](index=230&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=40&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) The company repurchased **267,883** shares for **$11.3 million** in Q1 2023, with **$36.1 million** remaining available under the program Share Repurchases in Q1 2023 | Period | Total Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid Per Share | Total Cost (in millions) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Jan 2023 | 78,157 | $42.73 | ~$3.3 | | Feb 2023 | 30,474 | $42.87 | ~$1.3 | | Mar 2023 | 159,252 | $41.88 | ~$6.7 | | **Total Q1** | **267,883** | **$42.24** | **~$11.3** | - The share repurchase program was expanded to **$100.0 million** and extended to December 31, 2023, with **$36.1 million** remaining available for repurchase as of March 31, 2023[231](index=231&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=41&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including management compensation plans, credit agreement amendments, and CEO/CFO certifications - Exhibits filed include management equity and incentive plan agreements, an amendment to the credit agreement dated February 16, 2023, and certifications by the CEO and CFO pursuant to Sections 302 and 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act[236](index=236&type=chunk)