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AIG’s GI underwriting income rises 48% in Q4’25
ReinsuranceNe.ws· 2026-02-11 09:00
Core Insights - AIG's General Insurance (GI) underwriting income increased by 48% year-over-year to $670 million in Q4 2025, up from $454 million in Q4 2024 [1] - The overall net income for AIG in 2025 was $3.1 billion, a significant recovery from a net loss of $1.4 billion in 2024 [9] Financial Performance - GI adjusted pre-tax income rose by 26% to $1.6 billion in Q4 2025, driven by higher underwriting income and net investment income [3] - For the full year 2025, GI underwriting income increased by 22% to $2.3 billion compared to $1.9 billion in 2024 [7] - Total net investment income for AIG in 2025 was $4.2 billion, down by 1% from $4.3 billion in 2024 [8] Premiums and Ratios - GI gross premiums written (GPW) remained relatively flat with a 1% increase to $8.1 billion for Q4 2025, while net premiums written (NPW) decreased by 1% to $6 billion [2] - The combined ratio for GI improved to 90.1% for the full year 2025, compared to 91.8% in 2024 [7] Strategic Initiatives - AIG returned $6.8 billion of capital to shareholders in 2025, including $5.8 billion in share repurchases and approximately $1.0 billion in dividends [12] - The company announced several strategic partnerships expected to enhance earnings and ROE in 2026, including collaborations with Blackstone and Amwins [12] Outlook - AIG entered 2026 with strong momentum, achieving enhanced terms and favorable pricing in January 1 reinsurance renewal activity [13] - The company is on track to meet or exceed its financial objectives for 2026 [13]
Cincinnati Financial Q4 Earnings Beat Estimates on Underwriting Income
ZACKS· 2026-02-10 17:15
Core Insights - Cincinnati Financial Corporation (CINF) reported a fourth-quarter 2025 operating income of $3.37 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 17.8% and reflecting a 7% year-over-year increase [2][10] - Total operating revenues for the quarter reached $2.9 billion, a 9.8% year-over-year increase, although it slightly missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.02% [2][10] Operational Performance - Earned premiums increased by 10% year over year to $2.6 billion, driven by premium growth initiatives, price increases, and higher insured exposures, but marginally missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.3% [6] - Net investment income rose 9% year over year to $305 million, primarily due to a 10% increase in interest income from fixed-maturity securities, slightly beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.5% [7] - Total benefits and expenses increased by 9.3% year over year to $2.3 billion, mainly due to higher insurance losses and increased underwriting, acquisition, and insurance expenses [7] Underwriting Results - In the property and casualty insurance segment, CINF reported underwriting income of $378 million, a 7% increase year over year, significantly surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $284.5 million [8] - The combined ratio, a key measure of underwriting profitability, increased by 50 basis points year over year to 85.2, outperforming the consensus estimate of 89.6 [8] Segment Performance - **Commercial Lines Insurance**: Total revenues of $1.2 billion increased by 7% year over year, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.8%. Underwriting income was $144 million, down 20% year over year, with a combined ratio of 88.4 [11] - **Personal Lines Insurance**: Total revenues of $860 million increased by 18% year over year, driven by an 18% rise in earned premiums. Underwriting profit increased by 11% year over year to $161 million, significantly surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate [12] - **Excess and Surplus Lines Insurance**: Total revenues of $189 million grew by 12% year over year, with underwriting profit surging 150% year over year to $30 million, well above the Zacks Consensus Estimates [13] - **Life Insurance**: Total revenues were $137 million, up 4% year over year, driven by higher earned premiums and investment income [14] Full-Year Performance - For 2025, operating income totaled $7.95 per share, reflecting a 5% year-over-year increase and beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 8% [15] - Operating revenues for the year were $11.19 billion, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate, representing a 13% year-over-year increase [15] Financial Position - As of December 31, 2025, total assets were reported at $41 billion, up from $36.5 billion at the end of 2024 [16] - The company's debt-to-capital ratio improved by 60 basis points year over year to 4.9%, indicating a stronger capital position [16] - Book value per share increased by 15% year over year to $102.35, supported by a 14% rise in net pretax investment income [17]
Everest Q4 Earnings Miss, Revenues Top Estimates, Premiums Down Y/Y
ZACKS· 2026-02-05 18:50
Core Insights - Everest Group, Ltd. reported a fourth-quarter 2025 operating income of $13.26 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.8%, but showing a recovery from a loss of $18.39 in the previous year [1][7] - The company benefited from a strong Reinsurance segment and solid core fixed-income investment returns, although these positives were partially offset by weak performance in insurance businesses, higher expenses, and underwriting losses [1] Financial Performance - Total operating revenues for Q4 2025 were nearly $4.4 billion, a decline of 4.6% year over year, but exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.7% [4] - Gross written premiums fell 8.6% year over year to $4.3 billion, with strong growth in specialty lines offset by targeted reductions in casualty lines [4][7] - Net investment income rose 18.8% year over year to $562 million, significantly surpassing both the estimate of $330.6 million and the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $456.4 million [5][10] - Total claims and expenses decreased by 28.1% to $3.9 billion, primarily due to lower incurred losses and loss adjustment expenses [5] Segment Analysis - The Reinsurance segment generated gross written premiums of $3.2 billion, down 3.6% year over year, reflecting lower volumes in certain lines [8] - The Insurance segment posted gross written premiums of $1.1 billion, down 19.7% year over year, with declines in several lines offsetting higher premiums in Accident and Health [9] Capital and Equity - Everest Group ended Q4 2025 with total investments and cash of $45.4 billion, up 9.4% from the end of 2024 [10] - Shareholders' equity rose 11.4% year over year to $15.5 billion, and book value per share increased 10.8% to $379.7 [10] Full-Year Highlights - For the full year 2025, operating income per share surged 49.3% year over year to $44.54, beating estimates by 2.9% [12] - Total revenues rose 1.24% year over year to $17.5 billion, roughly in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate [12] - Gross written premiums fell 2.9% year over year to $17.7 billion, lower than the estimate of $18.2 billion [12]
AIG Q3 Earnings Beat on Higher International Commercial Premiums
ZACKS· 2025-11-05 17:16
Core Insights - American International Group, Inc. (AIG) reported third-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share of $2.20, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 31% and reflecting a 77% year-over-year increase [1][9] - Adjusted operating revenues rose 3.2% year over year to $7.1 billion, surpassing the consensus mark by 3% [1][9] Financial Performance - Premiums for the quarter reached $6.1 billion, growing 2.2% year over year [3] - Total net investment income decreased by 20.7% year over year to $772 million, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $990 million [3] - Total benefits, losses, and expenses amounted to $5.6 billion, down 7.6% year over year due to lower general operating and other expenses [4] - Adjusted return on equity improved by 470 basis points year over year to 11.6% [4] Segment Performance - **General Insurance – North America Commercial**: Net premiums written were stable at $2.4 billion, with underwriting income soaring 300% year over year to $384 million [5][6] - **General Insurance – International Commercial**: Net premiums written increased by 3% year over year to $2.1 billion, with underwriting income rising 3% to $330 million [7] - **General Insurance – Global Personal**: Net premiums written fell 11% year over year to $1.7 billion, impacted by the U.S. High Net Worth business [8] Investment and Capital Management - AIG's cash balance at the end of the third quarter was $1.6 billion, a 22% increase from the end of 2024 [12] - Total assets rose by 1.3% to $163.4 billion, while long-term debt increased by 3.7% to $9.1 billion [12] - AIG repurchased approximately $1.3 billion in shares and paid $250 million in dividends during the quarter [14]
James River posts underwriting income of $8.9m and improved CoR in Q3’25
ReinsuranceNe.ws· 2025-11-04 12:00
Core Insights - James River Group Holdings, Ltd. reported a significant turnaround in underwriting income, achieving $8.9 million in Q3'25 compared to a loss of $56.8 million in Q3'24, with an improved combined ratio of 94.0% from 135.5% [1][2] Financial Performance - The combined ratio for Q3'25 was composed of a loss ratio of 65.7% and an expense ratio of 28.3%, improving from 104.1% and 31.4% in Q3'24 respectively [2] - The company experienced a net loss from continuing operations available to common shareholders of $0.4 million, a significant improvement from a net loss of $40.7 million a year earlier [2] - Adjusted net operating income for the quarter was $17.4 million, a recovery from a loss of $28.2 million in the previous year [2] Premiums and Revenue - Gross written premiums (GWP) decreased by 28% to $237.3 million from $330.4 million, with Excess and Surplus Lines GWP at $209.8 million (down 9% year over year) and Specialty Admitted Insurance GWP at $27.4 million (down 73%) [3] - Net written premiums totaled $122.7 million, down 17% from $147.3 million, while net earned premiums stood at $148.5 million, down 7% from $159.7 million [3] Investment Income - Net investment income in Q3'25 was $21.9 million, a 7% decrease from $23.6 million in Q3'24, primarily due to a lower interest rate environment and a one-time payment of over $0.8 million in the prior-year quarter related to asset sales [4] Overall Revenue - Total revenues for the quarter amounted to $172.7 million, down from $191.5 million [5] Management Commentary - The CEO highlighted that the third quarter results provide strong returns for shareholders and reflect the company's underwriting discipline, particularly in the casualty-focused small and medium enterprise portfolio [5] - The company has completed its E&S leadership reorganization and is well underway with portfolio repositioning, aiming to capitalize on market opportunities and drive profitability [6]
SiriusPoint’s Q3’25 underwriting income rises 11% on lower cat losses
ReinsuranceNe.ws· 2025-10-31 11:00
Core Insights - SiriusPoint Ltd. reported a core underwriting income of $69.6 million in Q3 2025, reflecting an 11.4% increase from $62.5 million in Q3 2024, driven by growth in Insurance & Services income despite a slight decline in Reinsurance underwriting income [1][11] - The overall income for Q3 2025 was $79.7 million, up from $69.5 million in Q3 2024, with a combined ratio of 89.1%, slightly higher than 88.5% a year earlier [3][11] - The company achieved a strong operating return on equity of 17.9% for the quarter, exceeding the target range of 12-15% [10] Financial Performance - Gross premiums written (GPW) increased by 26.2% to $871.6 million from $690.5 million, while net premiums earned rose 17.8% to $643.5 million from $546.3 million, primarily due to growth in the Insurance & Services segment [5][11] - Net investment income decreased to $66.5 million from $77.7 million, with total investment results at $72.7 million, down from $92.5 million, attributed to a smaller asset base following capital transactions [6] - The reinsurance segment reported gross written premiums of $309.6 million, down 1.6% from $314.5 million, with underwriting income decreasing to $31.9 million from $41.6 million [6][7] Segment Analysis - Within the Insurance & Services segment, gross premiums written were $562 million, a significant increase of 49.5% from $376 million, with underwriting income rising to $37.7 million [7][8] - The net services income for the segment increased to $10.1 million from $7 million, indicating strong performance in service offerings [8] - The company noted a limited impact from catastrophes in the quarter, with losses incurred significantly lower than the previous year [4] Strategic Outlook - The CEO highlighted the successful quarter, emphasizing strong underwriting performance and targeted growth, alongside the announcement of two MGA disposals expected to unlock significant shareholder value [9][12] - The anticipated sale of the MGA investments is projected to increase shareholder value by approximately $1.75 per share, which is not yet reflected in the book value [12] - The company aims to build on the progress made, with a focus on maintaining momentum in growth and profitability [12]
Cincinnati Financial Q3 Earnings and Revenues Top, Premiums Rise Y/Y
ZACKS· 2025-10-28 18:31
Core Insights - Cincinnati Financial Corporation (CINF) reported a third-quarter 2025 operating income of $2.85 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 41.8% and reflecting a year-over-year increase of 100.7% [1][10] - The company's total operating revenues reached $2.9 billion, marking a 12.1% year-over-year improvement, driven by higher earned premiums and investment income [2][10] Operational Update - Total operating revenues improved by 12.1% year over year to $2.9 billion, surpassing the consensus mark by 0.8% [2] - Net written premiums increased by 9% year over year to $2.5 billion, supported by premium growth initiatives and price increases [2] - Investment income, net of expenses, rose by 14% year over year to $295 million, exceeding estimates [3] - Total benefits and expenses increased by 14.5% year over year to $2.3 billion, primarily due to higher underwriting and insurance expenses [4] Underwriting Performance - Underwriting income in the property & casualty (P&C) insurance business surged to $293 million, nearly five times the amount from the previous year, with a combined ratio improvement of 920 basis points to 88.2 [5][10] - Commercial Lines Insurance generated total revenues of $1.2 billion, an 8% increase year over year, with underwriting income rising nearly 37% [6] - Personal Lines Insurance revenues increased by 23% year over year to $839 million, with an underwriting profit of $99 million compared to a loss in the prior year [7] - Excess and Surplus Lines Insurance revenues grew by 11% year over year to $157 million, with underwriting profit jumping 138% [8] - Life Insurance revenues were reported at $135 million, a 5% increase year over year, exceeding estimates [9] Financial Update - As of September 30, 2025, total assets were valued at $40.6 billion, up 11.1% from the end of 2024 [12] - Total debt remained unchanged at $815 million, with a debt-to-capital ratio of 5%, improving by 50 basis points from the end of 2024 [12] - Book value per share increased by 12% to $98.76 as of September 30, 2025 [12]
Arch Capital’s Q3’25 underwriting income rises to $871m amid improved reinsurance result
ReinsuranceNe.ws· 2025-10-28 09:30
Core Insights - Arch Capital Group Ltd. reported a 62% year-on-year increase in underwriting income to $871 million for Q3 2025, driven by strong performance in its reinsurance business [1] Financial Performance - The combined ratio improved by 6.8 percentage points to 79.8% for Q3 2025, with the loss ratio decreasing by 9.1 percentage points to 51.4% and the expense ratio increasing by 2.3 percentage points to 28.4% [2] - Net income available to common shareholders reached $1.34 billion in Q3 2025, up from $978 million in the prior year [4] - Underwriting income in the reinsurance segment surged by 223.5% year-on-year to $482 million, with the combined ratio improving by 16.2 percentage points to 76.1% [4] Premiums and Reserves - Gross premiums written (GPW) were stable at $5.4 billion, while net premiums written (NPW) fell by 2.1% to $3.96 billion, and net premiums earned increased by 7.9% to $4.3 billion [3] - GPW in the reinsurance segment decreased by 9% year-on-year to $2.5 billion, while NPW declined by 11% to $1.7 billion [6] - In the insurance segment, underwriting income rose by 7.5% year-on-year to $129 million, with GPW increasing by 10% to $2.6 billion [7] Catastrophic Losses and Reserves - Pre-tax current accident year catastrophic losses totaled $72 million for the quarter [2] - Favorable development in prior year loss reserves amounted to $103 million [3] - The loss ratio for Q3 2025 reflected 1.3 points of current year catastrophic activity, a significant decrease from 21.3 points in the prior year [5] Investment Income - Arch reported pre-tax net investment income of $408 million, attributed to growth in average invested assets [10] Management Commentary - The CEO expressed satisfaction with the financial performance, highlighting record-level results of operating income and optimism for future performance in the current market [11]
RLI sees underwriting income expand in Q3’25 as CoR improves to 85.1%
ReinsuranceNe.ws· 2025-10-21 08:30
Core Insights - RLI Corp. reported Q3 2025 underwriting income of $60.5 million, an increase from $40.7 million in Q3 2024, with a combined ratio of 85.1% compared to 89.6% in the same period last year [1][2] Underwriting Performance - The underwriting income in Q3 2025 was significantly supported by favorable development on prior years' loss reserves, contributing $13.7 million, while the previous year added $18.1 million [2] - The Property segment was the primary driver of underwriting income, contributing $50.4 million, with the Surety and Casualty segments adding $5.6 million and $4.5 million, respectively [2] Financial Metrics - Gross premiums written remained stable at $510 million in Q3 2025, while net earnings rose to $124.6 million, up from $95 million in Q3 2024 [3] - Net investment income for Q3 2025 increased by 12% to $41.3 million [3] Strategic Commentary - The company expressed satisfaction with the quarter's results, highlighting a disciplined underwriting approach and effective strategy execution in a competitive market [3] - Favorable reserve development and minimal catastrophe activity during the quarter were noted as factors supporting strong underwriting results [4] - Investment income growth and solid portfolio returns led to a 26% increase in book value per share since year-end 2024, reflecting the strength of the company's team and diversified product portfolio [4]
CNA Financial Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Increase Y/Y
ZACKS· 2025-08-05 17:31
Core Insights - CNA Financial Corporation reported second-quarter 2025 core earnings of $1.23 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 30.9% and reflecting a year-over-year increase of 3.4% [1][10] - Total operating revenues reached $3.4 billion, marking a 7.7% year-over-year growth, driven by higher premiums, net investment income, and other revenues, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.5% [2][10] - Underwriting income rose significantly by 20.9% year over year to $150 million, with an improved combined ratio of 94.8, which is better than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 93.6 [5][10] Revenue and Premiums - Net written premiums for Property & Casualty Operations increased by 6.4% year over year to $2.8 billion, exceeding the estimate of $2.7 billion [2] - Specialty's net written premiums grew by 4.1% year over year to $892 million, surpassing the estimate of $867.7 million [6] - Commercial's net written premiums increased by 7.2% year over year to $1.6 billion, slightly missing the estimate [6] Investment Income - Net investment income rose by 7.1% year over year to $662 million, driven by higher income from fixed income securities and favorable returns from limited partnerships and common stocks [3] - The estimate for net investment income was $686.6 million, indicating a slight miss against expectations [3] Claims and Expenses - Total claims, benefits, and expenses increased by 7.1% year over year to $3.3 billion, primarily due to higher insurance claims and policyholders' benefits [4] - Catastrophe losses were reported at $62 million, which is an improvement from a loss of $82 million in the same quarter last year [4] Financial Metrics - The core return on equity expanded by 40 basis points to 11% [9] - Book value, excluding AOCI, as of June 30 was $45.25 per share, down 2% from the end of 2024 [9] - Statutory capital and surplus for the Combined Continental Casualty Companies increased by 0.3% from the end of 2024 to $11.2 billion [9] Dividend Information - CNA Financial's board approved a quarterly dividend of 46 cents per share, payable on September 4, 2025, to stockholders of record on August 18, 2025 [12]