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How cost structures and distribution channels impact profit
As customers use Internet-based aggregators to purchase insurance policies, insurers use online sales to interact directly with customers and reduce costs.
Berkshire’s Insurance Segment Benefits From Fewer Claims
In 1Q18, Berkshire Hathaway’s (BRK.B) insurance revenue fell YoY (year-over-year) to $14.6 billion from $22.9 billion.
How Analysts Are Rating Chubb
Chubb (CB) is tracked by 18 analysts in February 2018. One analyst has recommended a “sell” for the stock, and one has recommended a “hold.”
Prudential’s Discounted Valuations in 2Q17
Wall Street analysts recommended a one-year price target of $116.07 per share on Prudential Financial (PRU), reflecting an increase of ~14.1% from the current price.
Understanding Prudential’s Group Insurance and Individual Life Earnings
In 2Q17, on the basis of annualized new business premiums, sales in Prudential’s Individual Life business stood at $153 million, reflecting a marginal decline of ~3.8% year-over-year.
Analyzing AIG’s Life and Personal Insurance Business
AIG’s pretax operating income for personal insurance stood at $330 million in 2Q17. In 2Q16, it stood at $152 million.
Why AIG’s Net Income Fell on a Year-over-Year Basis
AIG is expected to post earnings per share of $1.22 in 3Q17, an ~20.3% decline from its 2Q17 earnings. AIG is expected to report revenues of ~$11.8 billion in 3Q17.
What Is the Rationale for the ACE–Chubb Merger?
The biggest rationale for the ACE–Chubb merger is the potential for cost-cutting. By combining with Chubb, ACE Limited is creating a leading player in property and casualty insurance.
A Closer Look at the Costliest Catastrophes
Hurricanes Sandy, Ike, and Andrew remain near the top of the list of the costliest catastrophes in terms of insured losses.
Making Sense of Economic and Insured Losses
Insured losses are the ones that impact the profitability of insurance companies.
How Catastrophes Impact a P&C Insurer’s Combined Ratio
The percentage points for catastrophe losses in the combined ratio have increased in recent years.
How Underwriting Cycles Impact the Top Line and the Bottom Line
The underwriting cycle moves between hard and soft market conditions, which have different sets of characteristics that determine the profitability of the insurance industry.