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HCI(HCI) - 2024 Q4 - Annual Report
HCIHCI(HCI)2025-02-28 21:09

Revenue and Premiums - In 2024, the company assumed 52,805 policies from Citizens Property Insurance Corporation, generating annualized gross premiums of 315,062,000,comparedto59,860policiesand315,062,000, compared to 59,860 policies and 224,789,000 in 2023[23]. - Revenues from insurance operations represented 82.3% of total revenues in 2024, down from 86.9% in 2023 and 95.4% in 2022[25]. - TypTap Group's revenues accounted for 12.5% of total revenues in 2024, up from 11.6% in 2023 and 0.6% in 2022[46]. - Net premiums earned increased to 677.6millionin2024,upfrom677.6 million in 2024, up from 495.9 million in 2023, representing a growth of 36.6%[59]. - Total revenue rose to 750.1millionin2024,comparedto750.1 million in 2024, compared to 550.7 million in 2023, marking an increase of 36.2%[59]. - Gross premiums earned for 2024 were approximately 1,083,220,000,anincreaseof1,083,220,000, an increase of 317,708,000 from 765,512,000in2023,primarilyduetopoliciesassumedfromCitizensandpremiumrateincreases[181].Netpremiumswrittenincreasedtoapproximately765,512,000 in 2023, primarily due to policies assumed from Citizens and premium rate increases[181]. - Net premiums written increased to approximately 761,108,000 in 2024 from 628,995,000in2023,representingayearoveryearincreaseof21628,995,000 in 2023, representing a year-over-year increase of 21%[182]. Financial Performance - Net income for 2024 was 127.6 million, a significant rise from 89.3millionin2023,reflectingagrowthof4389.3 million in 2023, reflecting a growth of 43%[59]. - Total investments reached 874.7 million at the end of 2024, up from 520.3millionin2023,indicatingagrowthof67.9520.3 million in 2023, indicating a growth of 67.9%[59]. - The total assets increased to 2,230.2 million in 2024, compared to 1,811.3millionin2023,showingagrowthof23.11,811.3 million in 2023, showing a growth of 23.1%[59]. - Total liabilities rose to 1,761.1 million in 2024, up from 1,388.0millionin2023,reflectinganincreaseof271,388.0 million in 2023, reflecting an increase of 27%[59]. - Net investment income for 2024 was approximately 59,148,000, up from 46,234,000in2023,drivenbya46,234,000 in 2023, driven by a 17,758,000 increase in interest income[183]. - The loss ratio for 2024 was 55.3%, compared to 51.3% in 2023, indicating an increase in losses relative to net premiums earned[191]. - The expense ratio for 2024 improved to 27.8% from 33.7% in 2023, reflecting better management of expenses relative to net premiums earned[192]. - The combined ratio for 2024 was 83.1%, a decrease from 85.0% in 2023, indicating improved underwriting profitability[193]. Operational Strategy - The company utilizes internally developed software technologies to enhance efficiency in claims processing and identify profitable underwriting opportunities[20]. - The company focuses on exceptional service, disciplined underwriting, and effective use of technology as part of its competitive strategy[28]. - The company has a strategy to optimize its existing book of insurance business and expand organically while managing costs and diversifying operations[175]. - The company has engaged in a "take-out program" to acquire additional policies from Citizens, a Florida state-sponsored insurance carrier[174]. - The company has a strong focus on developing and deploying new technologies to streamline operational processes[175]. Risk Factors - The company aims to establish adequate loss reserves, but the process is complex and uncertain, potentially leading to material variances from reserved amounts[83]. - Future financial condition and results of operations may be adversely affected if actual losses exceed current loss reserves[84]. - The company relies on claims personnel for accurate claims evaluation, and any failure in this process could lead to litigation and negatively impact financial results[85]. - The insolvency of United Property & Casualty Insurance Company in 2023 could have a material adverse effect on the company's financial position and results of operations[103]. - The company may require additional capital in the future, which could be unavailable or only available on unfavorable terms, impacting growth and financial condition[106]. - The company’s operations in India expose it to additional risks, including compliance with complex foreign laws, which could negatively impact business and financial results[101]. - The company’s ability to recover amounts due from reinsurers is subject to their financial strength, and any failure could adversely affect financial condition[90]. - The company’s financial results may be negatively affected by fluctuating interest rates impacting investment income generated from available cash[110]. - The company faces competition for independent agents, and failure to attract them could negatively affect revenues[98]. - The company faces risks from unpredictable catastrophes, which can materially impact financial results, especially in regions prone to severe weather events[138]. - Cybersecurity risks are a significant concern, with potential data breaches leading to financial and reputational damage[130]. - The company is subject to various environmental regulations that could incur substantial costs if violated[129]. - Changing climate conditions may adversely impact business operations and financial condition due to increased frequency and severity of weather events[137]. Regulatory Environment - The company has regulatory approvals to underwrite residential property and casualty insurance in various states, aiming for geographical expansion[28]. - The insurance holding company is subject to extensive state regulation, which may limit growth and profitability, with potential penalties for non-compliance[121]. - Regulatory authorities may impose restrictions on premium rates and underwriting practices, potentially affecting profitability[127]. - Legal and regulatory risks in the insurance industry may lead to increased costs and deterioration of reserves, particularly due to rising jury awards and litigation trends[115]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company maintained dividends per share at 1.60for2024,consistentwiththeprevioustwoyears[59].Thecompanydeclaredaquarterlydividendof1.60 for 2024, consistent with the previous two years[59]. - The company declared a quarterly dividend of 0.40 per common share, payable on March 21, 2025, to stockholders of record on February 21, 2025[177]. Workforce and Employment - The company employed 552 full-time individuals as of February 15, 2025, indicating a stable workforce[65].