The reinsurer reported an estimated Group Swiss Solvency Test (SST) ratio of 250% as of 1 January 2026, underlining its solid capital base and capacity to support underwriting growth in a volatile risk environment.
Based on this position and the Group’s strong financial performance, the Board of Directors proposes a dividend of USD 8.00 per share for the 2025 financial year, representing a 9% increase compared with the previous year.
Swiss Re has also launched a share buyback program of up to USD 1.5 billion in 2026, including USD 500 million under its regular annual buyback program, further strengthening shareholder returns.
The Annual Report 2025 includes the fully audited financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, together with detailed information on the Group’s strategy, risk profile and governance framework. For the first time, the report also integrates Swiss Re’s Sustainability Report, bringing together financial and non-financial disclosures in a single publication.
Ahead of the upcoming AGM, Swiss Re announced that Larry Zimpleman will not stand for re-election to the Board of Directors, while the Board proposes the election of Jean-Jacques Henchoz as a new member. The meeting will also vote on the approval of the financial statements, dividend distribution and executive compensation framework.
Shareholders will additionally consider a proposal to convert Swiss Re Ltd’s share capital currency from Swiss francs to US dollars, aligning it with the currency most relevant to the Group’s global business activities.
Swiss Re’s 162nd Annual General Meeting will take place on 10 April 2026 in Dübendorf, Switzerland.
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