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AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE: AXS) is a Bermuda-incorporated global specialty underwriter and provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. The AXS news page on Stock Titan aggregates company announcements, earnings releases, and other disclosures so readers can follow developments affecting this specialty insurance and reinsurance group.
Recent AXIS Capital news includes quarterly financial results detailing net income, operating income, combined ratios, underwriting income, and book value per diluted common share for both its AXIS Insurance and AXIS Reinsurance segments. The company also issues releases on the timing of its quarterly earnings calls, where management discusses performance, portfolio composition, catastrophe and weather-related losses, reserve development, and investment income.
Investors and analysts can use this news feed to track AXIS Capital’s capital management actions, such as share repurchase programs, stock repurchase agreements with institutional investors, and dividend declarations on common and preferred shares. The company additionally reports on strategic initiatives, including the launch of AXIS Capacity Solutions, a business unit focused on structured and multi-line portfolio capacity deals, and collaborations with partners in the specialty (re)insurance market.
Governance and leadership updates also feature in AXIS Capital’s news, including announcements about executive appointments and planned transitions in senior finance roles. Conference participation and investor presentation notices provide further insight into how AXIS communicates its specialty underwriting strategy, operational programs such as "How We Work," and its use of data, technology and AI. For readers following AXS, this page offers a centralized view of the company’s official communications and market-facing updates.
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE: AXS) has announced a preliminary net loss estimate of $105 million to $115 million for the first quarter, primarily due to weather-related events like Winter Storms Uri and Viola, with losses in Texas estimated at $80 million to $90 million. The company confirmed no changes to its COVID-19 pandemic loss estimates from 2020. Additionally, AXIS reported improvements in accident year loss ratios, excluding catastrophe losses. A conference call discussing these results is set for April 29, 2021, at 9:30 AM (EDT).
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE: AXS) is set to release its financial results for Q1 2021 on April 28, 2021, post-market. CEO Albert Benchimol and CFO Peter Vogt will discuss the results in an investor teleconference on April 29, 2021, at 9:30 a.m. EDT. The teleconference can be accessed via phone or through a live webcast on the company's website. AXIS Capital has reported shareholders' equity of $5.3 billion as of December 31, 2020, with strong ratings from Standard & Poor's and A.M. Best.
AXIS Insurance has appointed Stacey Sutts as the new Lead Underwriter for U.S. Accident and Health, effective immediately. Sutts will focus on expanding partnerships and exploring growth opportunities in various coverage areas, enhancing the company's specialty A&H underwriting strategy. With over 17 years in underwriting and actuarial roles, she previously worked at Chubb and Prudential Financial. The decision reflects AXIS Capital's commitment to growth in the specialty A&H sector, as noted by James Hamilton, Global Head of A&H for AXIS Insurance.
AXIS Insurance, a part of AXIS Capital (NYSE:AXS), has announced the hiring of two seasoned underwriters for its Global Cyber and Technology team. Alex White joins as Senior Underwriter focusing on Cyber and Technology Errors and Omissions in Bermuda, while Jeff Bayer will focus on similar risks for small and medium-sized enterprises in the U.S. Both individuals bring years of relevant experience, enhancing AXIS's capabilities to address complex risks in the evolving cyber threat landscape.
AXIS Insurance has partnered with Elpha Secure to enhance cyber insurance solutions for small businesses. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive cyber security tools through Elphaware, a SaaS application designed to mitigate cyber threats. Key features of Elphaware include secure backups, multi-factor authentication, rapid system restoration, VPN creation, and anomaly detection. Dan Trueman, Global Head of Cyber and Technology at AXIS, emphasized the need for effective cyber risk management. The partnership is expected to improve resilience and stability for small enterprises facing increasing cyber risks.
AXIS Insurance, a segment of AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE: AXS), has appointed Paul Fillbrook as Senior Underwriter for International Accident & Health. Mr. Fillbrook will focus on Personal Accident, Illness, and Travel markets, specifically in Aviation and Marine industries, while based in London. His extensive 30-year experience includes roles at Brit Insurance Group and AEGIS. This strategic hiring aims to enhance AXIS's international business growth and improve solutions for complex client risks.
AXIS Capital announced the appointment of Michael Millegan and Axel Theis to its Board of Directors, effective April 1. Millegan will serve on the Audit and Compensation Committees, while Theis will be part of the Audit and Risk Committees. Chairman Henry Smith praised their leadership experience, highlighting Millegan’s background in digital technology and Theis’s extensive knowledge in the insurance sector. This move is part of a succession planning strategy intended to balance experienced and new perspectives within the Board. The Board will now consist of 11 members, 10 of whom are independent.
AXIS Re, a segment of AXIS Capital Holdings, has appointed Kavan Tucker as a Senior Mortgage Underwriter, effective March 1, 2021. With nearly 20 years in the industry, Tucker's expertise spans mortgage, specialty, property, and ILS sectors. He aims to develop a profitable Mortgage book focusing on U.S. GSEs and Mortgage Insurer transactions, enhancing key client relationships. AXIS Capital has a shareholder equity of $5.3 billion and holds strong ratings from Standard & Poor's and A.M. Best.
AXIS Insurance, part of AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE:AXS), has appointed Jennifer Miller as a Senior Underwriter in its Environmental Liability team. Effective immediately, she will target new business opportunities and enhance relationships with distribution partners in the U.S. South and Central regions. With over 30 years of experience, Miller has held key underwriting roles at various companies and holds a Master of Science in Water Resources & Environmental Engineering from Villanova University.
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE:AXS) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per common share, payable on April 15, 2021, to shareholders of record by March 31, 2021. Additionally, a dividend of $34.375 per Series E 5.50% Preferred Share (or $0.34375 per depositary share) will also be distributed on the same date to eligible shareholders. With shareholders' equity at $5.3 billion as of December 31, 2020, AXIS Capital maintains strong ratings of A+ from Standard & Poor's and A from A.M. Best.