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TSX/NYSE/PSE: MFC  SEHK: 945                                                                                 C$ unless otherwise stated                                                                                                                                                              TORONTO, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife Financial Corporation ("Manulife" or the "Company") reported its second quarter results for the period ended June 30, 2025, delivering continued strong momentum in new busin ...

Core Points - Manulife Financial Corporation's Board of Directors announced quarterly dividends for various non-cumulative preferred shares, payable on or after September 19, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 20, 2025 [1] - The company operates globally under the Manulife brand in Canada, Asia, and Europe, and as John Hancock in the United States, providing financial advice and insurance services [1] - As of the end of 2024, Manulife had over 37,000 employees and served more than 36 million customers [1] Dividend Details - Class A Shares Series 2: $0.29063 per share [3] - Class A Shares Series 3: $0.28125 per share [3] - Class 1 Shares Series 3: $0.14675 per share [3] - Class 1 Shares Series 4: $0.255458 per share [3] - Class 1 Shares Series 9: $0.373625 per share [3] - Class 1 Shares Series 11: $0.384938 per share [3] - Class 1 Shares Series 13: $0.396875 per share [3] - Class 1 Shares Series 15: $0.360938 per share [3] - Class 1 Shares Series 17: $0.346375 per share [3] - Class 1 Shares Series 19: $0.323063 per share [3] - Class 1 Shares Series 25: $0.371375 per share [3]

Financial Performance - ACIC's Non-GAAP Core Income for Q2 2025 increased by $7.2 million (+36.4%) year-over-year to $26.8 million ($0.54 per share) from $19.6 million ($0.40 per share) [9] - Net premiums earned grew by $15.0 million (+23.8%) year-over-year to $78.4 million [9] - The combined ratio decreased to 60.6% from 64.9% in the prior year, and the Non-GAAP underlying combined ratio decreased to 62.2% from 66.4% [9] - Stockholders' equity increased by $56.6 million from December 31, 2024, to $292.3 million, or $6.00 per share [9] - Net income from continuing operations increased by $8.9 million (+46.6%) year-over-year to $28.0 million [14] Balance Sheet & Investment - Total Assets reached $1.35 billion as of June 30, 2025 [6] - Total Equity was $292.3 million as of June 30, 2025 [6] - Cash & investments increased by 34.3% from December 31, 2024, to $726.243 million [15] - Total Cash & Investments increased by 27.7% from Mar. 31, 2025 to $726.243 million [17] Other Highlights - The company completed its Core CAT reinsurance program effective June 1, 2025, with a risk-adjusted decrease of -12.4% [9] - ACIC was upgraded to investment grade status (BBB-) by KBRA on 7.21.25, saving approximately $1.5 million per year in interest expense [9]

Core Insights - John Currier will transition from his role as President of F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. after 10 years and will take on a senior advisory role effective August 7, 2025 [1][3] - Conor Murphy, currently the Chief Financial Officer, will assume the role of President in addition to his CFO duties [2][3] - Under Currier's leadership, F&G has doubled its assets under management over the last five years and has become a market leader in several segments [3] Leadership Transition - John Currier has been instrumental in F&G's transformation and expansion in the Retail Markets business [3] - Conor Murphy brings extensive experience from previous roles at Resolution Life US and Brighthouse Financial, which will aid in F&G's growth and profitability [2][3] Company Overview - F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. is a leading provider of insurance solutions for retail annuity and life customers as well as institutional clients [4]

Core Insights - F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. has launched a strategic partnership with a new reinsurance vehicle backed by Blackstone managed funds, with approximately $1 billion in anticipated capital commitments [1][2] - The partnership aims to provide long-term, on-demand growth capital to F&G through a forward flow reinsurance agreement on a quota share basis for certain fixed indexed annuity products, effective August 1, 2025 [1][2] - This structure allows F&G to efficiently manage its liabilities, reinsure a portion of its fixed indexed annuity sales, and enhance its capital-light model, which is central to its strategy [2] Company Strategy - The partnership with Blackstone is expected to help F&G fund a portion of its growth with participation from private, long-term capital providers, positioning the company to capitalize on market growth opportunities [3] - The transaction is anticipated to lead F&G towards a more fee-based, higher margin, and less capital-intensive business model, which is expected to positively impact the company's return on equity over time [3] Company Overview - F&G Annuities and Life, Inc. is a leading provider of insurance solutions, serving retail annuity and life customers as well as institutional clients, and is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa [4]

Core Viewpoint - Hagerty, Inc. announced a secondary public offering of 8,700,000 shares of its Class A Common Stock, with an additional option for underwriters to purchase up to 1,305,000 shares [1][2]. Company Overview - Hagerty is a leading specialty vehicle insurance provider and automotive enthusiast brand, serving over 900,000 members in its Hagerty Drivers Club and catering to the 67 million Americans who identify as car enthusiasts [9]. Offering Details - The proceeds from the sale will not benefit Hagerty directly; instead, they will be used by the Selling Stockholders for a redemption related to the estate of Kim Hagerty [2]. - The underwriting team includes Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, J.P. Morgan, BMO Capital Markets, Citizens Capital Markets, Wells Fargo Securities, and Oppenheimer & Co. [2]. Regulatory Information - Hagerty has filed a registration statement with the SEC for the offering, which includes a prospectus that potential investors should review for complete information [3].

Core Insights - Fidelity National Financial, Inc. reported a net earnings of $278 million for Q2 2025, a decrease from $306 million in Q2 2024, resulting in earnings per diluted share of $1.02 compared to $1.12 in the previous year [2][3][6] - Adjusted net earnings for the same period were $318 million, or $1.16 per share, down from $338 million, or $1.24 per share, in Q2 2024 [3][6] - The company continues to generate healthy free cash flow, allowing for share repurchases and dividends totaling over $450 million year-to-date [5][9] Financial Performance - Total revenue for Q2 2025 was $3.635 billion, an increase from $3.158 billion in Q2 2024 [6][9] - The Title Segment generated $2.2 billion in revenue, a 15% increase from $1.9 billion in Q2 2024, with an adjusted pre-tax title margin of 15.5% [9][17] - F&G Segment achieved record assets under management (AUM) of $69.2 billion, up 13% from the previous year, with gross sales of $4.1 billion [5][12][18] Segment Contributions - The Title Segment contributed $260 million to net earnings in Q2 2025, compared to $241 million in Q2 2024 [9] - The F&G Segment contributed $89 million in net earnings for Q2 2025, down from $122 million in the same quarter last year [9] - The Corporate Segment reported an adjusted net loss of $3 million for Q2 2025, compared to adjusted net earnings of $2 million in Q2 2024 [9] Market Conditions and Strategic Actions - The company noted challenges in the residential housing market due to elevated mortgage interest rates and high home prices, yet remains well-positioned for future growth [5][8] - FNF repurchased 2.9 million shares for $159 million in Q2 2025, reflecting a dynamic capital allocation strategy [5][9] - The company is focused on driving efficiencies and expanding profitability across its operations [8][9]

Group 1 - CNO Financial Group, Inc. declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share on common shares [1] - The dividend is payable on September 24, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 10, 2025 [1] Group 2 - CNO Financial Group provides life and health insurance, annuities, financial services, and workforce benefits solutions [2] - The company serves middle-income America with 3.2 million policies and total assets of $37.3 billion [2] - CNO has a workforce of 3,400 associates, 4,900 exclusive agents, and over 6,000 independent partner agents [2]

Core Insights - F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. reported a significant decline in net earnings for Q2 2025, with net earnings attributable to common shareholders at $35 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, compared to $198 million, or $1.55 per share in Q2 2024 [2][10][22] - Adjusted net earnings for Q2 2025 were $103 million, or $0.77 per share, down from $139 million, or $1.10 per share in the same quarter of the previous year [3][10][26] - The company achieved record assets under management (AUM) before flow reinsurance of $69.2 billion, a 13% increase from $61.4 billion in Q2 2024, driven by strong sales [5][7][11] Financial Performance - Gross sales for Q2 2025 were $4.1 billion, a decrease from $4.4 billion in Q2 2024, with net sales at $2.7 billion compared to $3.4 billion in the prior year [6][9][27] - The investment portfolio remains strong, with 97% of fixed maturities rated investment grade, and credit-related impairments averaging 6 basis points over the past five years [11][12] - Adjusted return on assets (ROA) was 0.71% for Q2 2025, down from 0.98% in Q2 2024, while adjusted return on equity (ROE) excluding AOCI increased to 8.8% from 8.4% year-over-year [6][11][14] Sales and Market Position - Retail channel sales reached over $3.6 billion, a 13% increase from Q2 2024, marking one of the best quarters for indexed annuities and record sales for indexed universal life and multiyear guaranteed annuities [8][11][27] - Institutional market sales were $0.5 billion for pension risk transfer, down from $1.2 billion in Q2 2024, reflecting the opportunistic nature of these sales [9][11] - The company continues to focus on organic growth and returning capital to shareholders, having returned $35 million in capital during Q2 2025 [11][14] Capital and Equity - Total equity attributable to common shareholders, excluding AOCI, was $5.9 billion, or $43.39 per share, reflecting an increase of $0.08 per share during the quarter [14][25] - Book value per common share, excluding AOCI, increased to $43.39 from $42.52 at the end of Q2 2024 [6][14][25] - The company is on track to meet its medium-term targets set during the 2023 Investor Day, with expectations for further improvement in operating efficiency [5][11][14]