The following is a summary of the International General Insurance Holdings Ltd. (IGIC) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:
Financial Performance:
IGI reported a combined ratio of 80.5%, net income of over $100 million, and an annualized return on average shareholders' equity of 23.5% for the first nine months of 2024.
Gross written premiums were down 8% in Q3 across all segments, reflecting mainly timing issues rather than a trend. For the nine months, gross premiums were up marginally over the same period last year.
Core operating income was just under $31 million in Q3 and about $104 million through September 30th of this year.
Business Progress:
IGI has recently relocated to new London offices, reflecting their growth and maturity.
The company has strengthened its financial base with total assets increasing almost 10% to over $2 billion and total equity up over 20% to more than $650 million.
Opportunities:
IGI has laid a firm foundation in anticipation of a more competitive landscape, especially in the U.S., Europe, and Asia Pacific regions, looking to capitalize on significant growth opportunities through short-tail and reinsurance lines.
Risks:
The company observes a more active loss environment, which necessitates robust cycle management to maintain profitability. Additionally, increasing competition in the insurance market, especially from domestic markets, is a point of concern.
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