News - Re/Insurance groups
Zurich’s 1Q results highlight resilience of its business model and strength of its franchise
Zurich’s P&C business grew strongly in the first quarter, with GWP up 8% on a like-for-like basis. On a reported basis, growth was 17%, reflecting the weakening of the U.S. dollar and the timing of certain large contracts, Zurich announced in its recent press release.
19 May 2026PZU ends first quarter with a solid financial result despite challenging geopolitical conditions
In the first quarter of 2026, the PZU Group's insurance revenue increased by PLN 243 million y-o-y, reaching PLN 7.8 billion. Net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent company amounted to nearly PLN 1.4 billion, the Group said in its press release.
19 May 2026Aon expands Aon Claims Copilot globally to create a more connected, data-driven claims experience
Aon, a leading global professional services firm, has announced the global expansion of Aon Claims Copilot, advancing the firm's commitment to delivering better client outcomes through its integrated data and analytics capabilities.
19 May 2026Munich Re makes an excellent start to 2026 generating a net result of 1.7 billion in 1Q
In Q1 2026, Munich Re generated a net result of EUR 1,714 million (EUR 1,094 million). The total technical result rose to EUR 2,676 million (EUR 2,054 million), which was attributable in particular to low major-loss expenditure in reinsurance, Munich Re said.
19 May 2026In 1Q2026 Talanx generates record quarterly net income and enhances its profitability
The Talanx Group has started 2026 with a new record for its quarterly net income: Group net income in the first three months of 2026 rose by 28% year on year to EUR 774 (604) million. This puts the Group well on the way to achieving its full-year net income target of approximately EUR 2.7 billion, according to the Group’s report on its final 1Q results.
19 May 2026Hannover Re increases Group net income by almost 48% in 1Q and confirms its full-year targets
Despite market headwinds, Hannover Re sharply increased its Group net income in the first quarter of 2026 by 47.9% to EUR 710.6 million (EUR 480.5 million) and confirms its full-year targets, the Group said in its press release.
19 May 2026Swiss Re appointed Trent Thomson as Head Global Specialty
Trent Thomson has been appointed Head Global Specialty and successor of Anne Lohbeck effective 1 July 2026. He will be based in London.
13 May 2026Talanx approves dividend increase and elects new members to the Supervisory Board
Dividend of Talanx AG’s climbs 33% (+90 cents) to EUR 3.60, as Talanx AG’s Annual General Meeting approves all resolutions proposed by the company’s Board of Management and Supervisory Board, the Group said.
12 May 2026National Bank of Greece to acquire a 30% minority equity stake in Allianz Greece
National Bank of Greece (NBG) and Allianz SE have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) setting out the intention for NBG to acquire a 30% minority equity stake in Allianz European Reliance (Allianz Greece), subject to the signing of definitive agreements and receipt of customary regulatory approvals, Allianz said.
12 May 2026MetLife’s net income increases 30% to USD 1.1 billion in 1Q2026
Premiums, fees and other income of MetLife in 1Q2026 were USD 14.3 billion, up 5% compared with the prioryear quarter. Adjusted premiums, fees and other revenues, excluding pension risk transfers, were USD 13.3 billion, up 10%, the company announced.
12 May 2026Hannover Re approves dividend increase of 39% compared to the previous year
The Annual General Meeting of Hannover Rück SE approved the proposal put forward by the Executive Board and Supervisory Board to pay a dividend of EUR 12.50 per share following the realignment of the dividend policy for the 2025 financial year (total dividend for the previous year: EUR 9.00), the company said in its press release.
12 May 2026AXA delivers strong start to the year with topline growth across all business lines
Gross written premiums & other revenues of AXA in 1Q2025 rose 6% vs 1Q2025 to EUR 38.0 billion. Property & Casualty premiums were up 4% to EUR 21.5 billion, AXA announced in its press release on 1Q26 indicators.
12 May 2026AIG sells its remaining stake in Corebridge Financial
American International Group (AIG) has agreed to sell approximately 25 million shares of common stock of Corebridge Financial, representing its remaining stake in the company. The sale, which was expected to close on May 7, will result in net proceeds to AIG of approximately USD 710 million, the Group said.
12 May 2026SCOR, 1Q2026: solid performance, with all business activities contributing to a RoE of 21.7%
SCOR recorded a net income of EUR 225 million (EUR 220 million adjusted by excluding the mark to market impact of the option on own shares) in Q1 2026, supported by all business activities.
7 May 2026Swiss Re, Q1 2026: net income of USD 1.5 billion and ROE of 23.6%
Swiss Re achieved a net income of USD 1.5 billion and a return on equity (ROE) of 23.6% for Q1 2026. The result was driven by increased contributions from all Business Units, supported by low natural catastrophe experience and a strong investment contribution.
7 May 2026Swiss Re appoints Dean Galligan as Head Transactions Life & Health Reinsurance
Swiss Re appointed Dean Galligan as Head of Transactions for the Life & Health Reinsurance (L&H Re) Business Unit, effective 1 August 2026. This newly created role will bring together L&H Re's global teams engaged in structuring complex capital and balance sheet solutions and longevity reinsurance.
7 May 2026Zurich reaffirms strong financial position and robust balance sheet
Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich) has published its Financial Condition Report 2025, reaffirming the strong financial position and robust balance sheet of the Group.
4 May 2026WTW’s first quarter results demonstrate its strong operating discipline and continued progress of its strategy
The revenue of WTW, a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company, in the first quarter of 2026 was USD 2.41 billion, an increase of 8% compared to USD 2.22 billion for the same period in the prior year. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, revenue increased 4%. On an organic basis, revenue increased 3%.
4 May 2026Vienna Insurance Group confirms exceptional result and profitability across all countries for 2025
Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) achieved strong growth in 2025, driven both by gross written premiums in the amount of EUR 16.3 billion (+7.1%) and a result before taxes of EUR 1.16 billion (+31.7%). The insurance service revenue also increased to a record high of EUR 13.2 billion (+8.7%).
4 May 2026Talanx reports quarterly preliminary consolidated net income of EUR 774 million
The Talanx Group has started the current financial year 2026 with a very good first quarter and has significantly exceeded the analysts' consensus of EUR 673 million with a preliminary consolidated result of EUR 774 (604) million, the Group said.
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