F&G Annuities & Life (NYSE:FG) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 20, 2026 09:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsChris Blunt - CEOConor Murphy - President and CFOJohn Barnidge - Managing DirectorLisa Foxworthy-Parker - Senior VP of Investor RelationsConference Call ParticipantsAlex Scott - Equity Research AnalystMark Hughes - Stock AnalystWilma Burdis - Equity Research AnalystOperatorGood morning. Welcome to F&G's fourth quarter and full year 2025 earnings call. During today's presentation, all callers will be placed ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, Hamilton delivered record net income of $577 million, a 44% increase from $400 million in 2024, with a return on average equity of 22%, up from 18% in the prior year [15][16] - The company grew gross premiums written by 21% to a record $2.9 billion, compared to $2.4 billion in 2024 [19][20] - The combined ratio for 2025 was reported at 92.9%, with a tangible book value per share growth of 25% [6][20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Bermuda segment grew 27% in the fourth quarter, driven by casualty reinsurance, while the international segment, including Hamilton Global Specialty and Hamilton Select, saw a 20% increase in gross premiums written [8][9][24] - Hamilton Select, focused on casualty classes, grew 19% in the quarter, driven by excess casualty products and contractors [10][24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a transitioning market with ample opportunities for underwriters, despite increased competition in certain areas [7][13] - The January 1 renewal season was characterized by strong competition in property catastrophe business, with pricing declining but maintaining consistent terms and conditions [11][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Hamilton's strategy emphasizes strong operational and underwriting culture, client relationships, and a robust capital position to support sustainable performance [4][5] - The company plans to maintain disciplined underwriting practices, focusing on profitable opportunities while avoiding chasing top-line growth at the expense of margins [14] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to find attractive opportunities in a competitive market, although growth is expected to be more measured going forward [13][14] - The company anticipates continued robust pricing in casualty lines, supported by clients retaining more of their business [68] Other Important Information - Hamilton announced a special dividend of $2 per common share, totaling approximately $206 million, reflecting the company's strong capital position and record earnings [32][33] - The Bermuda Substance-Based Tax Credit is expected to enhance competitive advantages, with a recorded credit of $20.7 million in 2025 [17][18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Underlying loss ratio guide for 2026 - Management indicated that the increase to 55% is primarily due to the change in the catastrophe threshold from $5 million to $10 million, with expected catastrophe losses around 6%-7% for the year [36][37] Question: Decision to deploy a special dividend - The special dividend was seen as an effective way to return excess capital to shareholders, while the company retains the ability to continue share buybacks [39][40] Question: Competition in the casualty side - Management noted robust pricing in areas of growth, with increased competition primarily observed in professional lines, leading to a reduction in writings in that area [41][42] Question: Optimal premium leverage - The company has maintained a premium leverage of about 80% and is cautious about increasing it blindly in a transitioning market [46][48] Question: Elevated large losses in segments - The fourth quarter saw more large losses than the previous year, with a significant satellite loss impacting both segments [72][73]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Hamilton Insurance Group reported record net income of $577 million for 2025, a 44% increase from $400 million in 2024, with a return on average equity of 22%, up from 18% in the prior year [13][5] - The company grew tangible book value per share by 25% to a record $28.50 [13] - For Q4 2025, net income was $172 million, equal to $1.69 per diluted share, with an annualized return on average equity of 25% [13][14] - The combined ratio for 2025 was reported at 92.9% [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gross premiums written increased by 21% to a record $2.9 billion for 2025, with Q4 premiums growing by 23% [5][19] - The Bermuda segment grew by 27% in Q4, driven by casualty reinsurance [6] - Hamilton Global Specialty saw a 21% increase in gross premiums written, while Hamilton Select grew by 19% [7][8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a transitioning market with ample opportunities for underwriters, despite increased competition in certain areas [5][11] - The renewal season for property catastrophe business was characterized by strong competition and declining pricing, while casualty reinsurance saw more measured competition [9][10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Hamilton's strategy focuses on maintaining strong relationships with clients and brokers, leveraging a hybrid platform for reinsurance and insurance [4] - The company aims to deploy capital while protecting margins, emphasizing disciplined underwriting practices [11] - Hamilton plans to continue investing in technology and underwriting capabilities, including the use of AI to enhance efficiency [80][81] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to find attractive opportunities in a competitive market, although growth is expected to be more measured going forward [11] - The company anticipates that pricing across targeted lines of business will remain largely risk adequate [11] Other Important Information - Hamilton declared a special dividend of $2 per common share, totaling approximately $206 million, reflecting the company's strong capital position [30] - The Bermuda Substance-Based Tax Credit is expected to provide significant tax benefits, enhancing the company's competitive advantage [16][17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Underlying loss ratio guidance for 2026 - Management indicated that the increase to 55% is primarily due to the change in the catastrophe threshold from $5 million to $10 million, with catastrophe losses expected to be around 6%-7% for the year [34][35] Question: Decision to deploy a special dividend - The special dividend was seen as an effective way to return excess capital to shareholders, while the company retains the ability to continue share buybacks [36][37] Question: Competition on the casualty side - Management noted robust pricing in areas of growth, with increased competition primarily observed in professional lines [39][40] Question: Optimal premium leverage - The company has maintained a retention rate of about 80% and is cautious about increasing premium leverage in a transitioning market [44][45] Question: Elevated large losses in segments - The fourth quarter saw more large losses than the previous year, with a significant loss attributed to a satellite incident impacting both segments [70][71]

F&G Annuities & Life (NYSE:FG) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 20, 2026 09:00 AM ET Speaker6Good morning. Welcome to F&G's fourth quarter and full year 2025 earnings call. During today's presentation, all callers will be placed in listen-only mode. Following management's prepared remarks, the conference will be open for questions with instructions to follow at that time. I would now like to turn the call over to Lisa Foxworthy-Parker, Senior Vice President, Investor & External Relations. Please go ahead.Spea ...

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