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James River (JRVR) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-06 12:00
James River Group Holdings (JRVR) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 06, 2025 08:00 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning, and welcome to the James River Group Quarter one twenty twenty five Earnings Call. I am Frans, and I'll be the operator assisting you today. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speakers' remarks, there will be a question and answer session. Thank you. I would now like to turn the call over to Zachary Scheitel with Investor Relations. Please go ahead. Speaker1 Good ...
SiriusPoint reports tenth consecutive quarter of underwriting profits and strong net income of $58m
Globenewswire· 2025-05-05 20:15
HAMILTON, Bermuda, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SiriusPoint Ltd. (“SiriusPoint” or the “Company”) (NYSE:SPNT) today announced results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2025 Combined ratio of 95.4% in the first quarter for Core business with underwriting income of $29 millionNet premiums written growth of 20%, outpacing gross premiums written growth of 12% in the quarter for Core business, with strong growth from Insurance & ServicesFirst quarter return on equity of 12.9%, within 12-15% ‘across the c ...
AIG Q1 Earnings Top on New Business Despite High Catastrophe Loss
ZACKS· 2025-05-02 18:20
American International Group, Inc. (AIG) reported first-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share of $1.17, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 11.4%. However, the bottom line declined from the year-ago quarter’s $1.25. (See the Zacks Earnings Calendar to stay ahead of market-making news.)Adjusted operating revenues amounted to $6.6 billion, which declined significantly year over year. Also, the top line missed the consensus mark by 2.6%.The better-than-expected first-quarter earnings were supported b ...
Employers (EIG) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-02 16:02
Employers Holdings (EIG) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 02, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Lori Brown - Executive VP, Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel & Corporate SecretaryKatherine Antonello - President & CEOMichael Paquette - Executive VP & CFO Conference Call Participants Mark Hughes - Analyst Operator and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the First Quarter twenty twenty five Employers Holdings Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After the speaker ...
Employers (EIG) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-02 15:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The net premium earned was relatively flat compared to 2024, driven by higher renewal premiums offset by lower new business and audit premiums [6][10] - Gross premiums written increased by 1% to $212 million, while net premiums earned decreased by 1% to $183 million [9][10] - The current accident year loss and LAE ratio on voluntary business increased to 66% from 64% in 2024 [7][10] - Net investment income rose by 20% to $32 million, the highest in the company's history as a publicly traded entity [7][12] - Quarterly net income was $12.8 million, impacted by $9 million of net after-tax unrealized investment losses [12] - Adjusted net income increased by 24% to $21.3 million from $17.2 million a year ago [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The underwriting expense ratio improved to 23.4% from 25% a year ago, attributed to reductions in bad debt and compensation-related expenses [8][11] - Commission expense decreased to $23 million from $25 million, with a commission expense ratio of 12.6% compared to 13.6% [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company ended the period with a record number of policies in force, achieving a year-over-year growth rate of 4% [7] - The overall selection of the current accident year loss ratio of 66% is below the industry average, which has been in the range of 69% to 70% in recent years [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to prioritize profitability over growth, refining its underwriting and pricing approach to maintain discipline while returning to moderate new business growth levels [15] - The appetite expansion effort is ongoing, identifying areas for profitable growth [15] - The company is monitoring potential impacts from tariff discussions and the cost of prescription drugs and medical services [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed cautious optimism regarding the ability to maintain a strong customer base amid potential recessionary headwinds, citing deep relationships with customers and agents [15] - The company has not experienced negative impacts from macroeconomic conditions but is closely monitoring the situation [15] Other Important Information - The Board of Directors authorized a new stock repurchase program for up to $125 million over a 20-month period [13] - A 7% increase in the quarterly dividend to $0.32 per share was declared, payable on May 28 [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss specifics regarding loss trends and the competitive rate environment? - Management noted the increase in the accident year GLOF and LAE ratio from 64% to 66% is due to competitive rate pressures and a rise in cumulative trauma claims in California [22][24] Question: What about underlying medical inflation and treatment costs? - Management indicated that lost time claim frequencies are generally trending downward, with some variations by state, and overall severity values have held steady [26] Question: Are there macroeconomic contributions to cumulative trauma claims? - Management stated that there is no identifiable macroeconomic cause for the increase in cumulative trauma claims, which are primarily a California phenomenon [30] Question: What are the expectations for the NCCI's state of the line report? - Management anticipates that reserve redundancies in the industry are still significant but may be reducing less, with internal rates showing flat year-over-year results [35]
Skyward Specialty Insurance (SKWD) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-02 14:32
Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (SKWD) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 02, 2025 09:30 AM ET Company Participants Natalie Schoolcraft - VP - IRAndrew Robinson - CEO & Chairman of BoardMark Haushill - Executive VP & CFOMatt Carletti - Managing DirectorMeyer Shields - Managing DirectorC. Gregory Peters - Managing Director - InsuranceAndrew Kligerman - Managing Director Conference Call Participants Alex Scott - Equity Research AnalystMark Hughes - AnalystMike Phillips - Managing Director and Insurance Analyst Opera ...
Skyward Specialty Insurance (SKWD) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-02 13:30
Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (SKWD) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 02, 2025 09:30 AM ET Speaker0 Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by, and welcome to Skyward Specialty First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. Please be advised that today's conference is being recorded. I would like now to turn the conference over to Natalie Schoolcraft, Vice Pr ...
Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited: Financial Results for the First Quarter
Globenewswire· 2025-05-01 21:02
Core Insights - Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited reported net earnings of $945.7 million in Q1 2025, an increase from $776.5 million in Q1 2024, driven by higher net gains on investments despite a decrease in adjusted operating income to $685.5 million from $977.1 million [1][2][12] - The book value per basic share rose to $1,080.38 as of March 31, 2025, reflecting a 3.5% increase from $1,059.60 at the end of 2024, adjusted for dividends [1][18] Financial Performance - The property and casualty insurance and reinsurance operations generated adjusted operating income of $685.5 million, with a consolidated combined ratio of 98.5% and an underwriting profit of $96.9 million despite catastrophe losses of $781.3 million from California wildfires [2][8][12] - Gross premiums written increased by 5.0% to $8,474.0 million, while net premiums written grew by 8.4% to $6,843.1 million, indicating strong business growth [5][22] Investment Gains - Net gains on investments totaled $1,056.1 million, primarily from common stocks ($779.5 million) and bonds ($388.4 million), reflecting favorable market conditions [3][10][12] - The fixed income portfolio remains conservatively positioned, with 70% in U.S. treasuries and government bonds, and 20% in high-quality corporate bonds [10] Cash and Liquidity - The company ended the quarter with approximately $2.1 billion in cash and marketable securities, alongside $1.7 billion in investments in associates and consolidated non-insurance companies [4][12] Segment Performance - The insurance service result for property and casualty insurance and reinsurance operations was $609.1 million, down from $1,037.5 million in 2024, primarily due to increased catastrophe losses [7][12] - The company recorded a net favorable prior year reserve development benefit of $219.1 million, compared to $29.9 million in 2024 [12][19] Shareholder Returns - The company paid a dividend of $15.00 per common share in Q1 2025, consistent with the previous year [18][20] - The total debt to total capital ratio, excluding non-insurance companies, increased to 25.3% from 24.8% at the end of 2024, reflecting short-term borrowings and preferred share redemptions [16][35]
Globe Life(GL) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-01 16:00
Globe Life (GL) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 01, 2025 12:00 PM ET Company Participants Stephen Mota - Senior Director - IRFrank Svoboda - Co-Chairman & Co-CEOJ. Matthew Darden - Co-Chairman and Co-CEOThomas Kalmbach - Executive VP & CFOJack Matten - Vice President Equity ResearchElyse Greenspan - Managing DirectorAndrew Kligerman - Managing DirectorWilma Burdis - DirectorThomas Gallagher - Senior Managing DirectorRyan Krueger - Managing Director Conference Call Participants Jimmy Bhullar - Equity Research Anal ...
AXIS Capital Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates on Higher Investment Income
ZACKS· 2025-05-01 15:25
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (AXS) posted first-quarter 2025 operating income of $3.17 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 20%. The bottom line increased 23.3% year over year.The insurer’s results reflected solid underwriting income, improved investment income, and higher premiums across the segments, offset by escalating expenses. (Find the latest EPS estimates and surprises on Zacks Earnings Calendar.)Quarterly Operational Update of AXS Total operating revenues of $1.6 billion missed th ...