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Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) is an insurance brokerage firm in the insurance agencies and brokerages industry, active in property, casualty and employee benefits insurance and related risk management services. This news page aggregates company-issued updates and other coverage so readers can follow developments that affect Brown & Brown’s operations, strategy and financial performance.
Recent news for Brown & Brown includes quarterly earnings announcements, details on segment reporting, leadership changes and acquisition activity. The company regularly issues press releases about its financial results, such as third-quarter performance metrics, Organic Revenue growth and non-GAAP measures like EBITDAC and EBITDAC Margin – Adjusted. These releases are often paired with information about investor conference calls and webcasts, allowing market participants to hear management’s commentary on business trends.
Brown & Brown also reports on corporate actions and strategic moves. Examples in the supplied materials include the acquisition of RSC Topco, Inc., the holding company for Accession Risk Management Group, and the acquisition of the assets of the J. Kevin Campbell Agency, which focuses on workers’ compensation insurance solutions. Leadership updates, such as appointments within the Retail segment and changes to the board of directors, are another recurring theme in the company’s news flow.
Capital allocation decisions feature prominently as well. Brown & Brown has announced increases in its regular quarterly cash dividend and authorizations for additional share repurchases. Together with earnings releases, these items provide insight into how the company manages its balance sheet and returns capital to shareholders.
Investors, analysts and other interested readers can use this news feed to monitor Brown & Brown’s earnings releases, acquisitions, segment reorganizations, leadership appointments and capital markets activity over time.
On June 30, 2022, The Institutes announced the appointment of four new members to its Board of Trustees, effective June 15. The appointees are J. Powell Brown, Carl Hess, John J. Marchioni, and Leonid Rasin, each bringing extensive experience in insurance and risk management. Peter Miller, president and CEO, expressed that these members will enhance The Institutes' mission and strategic capabilities. Notably, Marchioni is linked with Selective Insurance Group (NASDAQ: SIGI), Hess with WTW (NASDAQ: WTW), and Brown with Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO).
Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) has acquired substantially all assets of Profits Creation Corp., a provider of F&I products and sales support for automotive dealers in the Southeast. The acquisition aims to enhance Brown & Brown Dealer Services' capabilities and strengthen its market position. Gerry White and the Profits Creation team will join BBDS under Mike Neal’s leadership. This partnership is expected to drive growth and improve dealer results in the region, reflecting a strategic move to expand Brown & Brown's service offerings.
Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) announced the acquisition of Dealer Specialties Group Corp., enhancing its Dealer Services operations. Dealer Specialties, known for providing F&I products and support to automotive dealers in New York, will integrate into Brown & Brown Dealer Services (BBDS). This strategic move aims to expand BBDS’s footprint and improve service offerings, leveraging Dealer Specialties' strong industry relationships. Leadership from both organizations expressed optimism about the growth potential and benefits to customers from this acquisition.
Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) has appointed Kiet Tran as the new Chief Technology Officer, aimed at enhancing the company's technology infrastructure. Gray Nester, the current Chief Information Officer, emphasized Tran's expertise in operational excellence and system performance. Tran previously led IT operations at ADT and will work on a cloud transformation strategy, improve digital workplace initiatives, and ensure operational resilience. This leadership change is designed to align with Brown & Brown's growth objectives and reinforce its unique culture.
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Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO) announced its agreement to acquire the general insurance operations of Quinlan Insurance, founded by Patrick Quinlan. The acquisition aims to enhance Brown & Brown’s presence in Dublin and leverage Quinlan Insurance's expertise in property insurance solutions for commercial segments. The deal is expected to close in late June 2022, subject to specific conditions. This acquisition aligns with Brown & Brown’s strategy for growth and customer focus in the insurance market.
Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO) reported Q1 2022 revenues of $904.7 million, up 11% year-over-year, with commissions and fees increasing by 11.1%. Net income rose to $220.3 million, a 10.3% increase, translating to diluted earnings per share of $0.77. The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.1025 per share, payable on May 18, 2022. The results reflect solid performance in a challenging market, maintaining robust margins with consistent income before income taxes at 29.3%. The positive trajectory in organic revenue, up 7.8%, indicates strong operational growth.
Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO) announced the completion of its acquisition of Orchid Underwriters Agency and CrossCover Insurance Services on April 1, 2022. This strategic move enhances Brown & Brown's existing portfolio and expands its risk management solutions. With over 12,000 employees and 300 locations globally, Brown & Brown continues to strengthen its market position in the insurance brokerage industry. The company emphasizes that future performance remains uncertain and may differ from expectations due to various factors.
Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) will announce its 2022 first-quarter earnings on April 25, 2022, post-market close. An investor conference call hosted by CEO J. Powell Brown and CFO R. Andrew Watts is scheduled for April 26, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. EDT, available via live webcast on the company's website. The call will focus on the financial results of the first quarter. For those unable to attend, a replay will be accessible until May 25, 2022. The company, established in 1939, operates over 350 locations and offers risk management solutions.
Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO) has entered an agreement to acquire the insurance operations of Global Risk Partners Limited (GRP), expected to close in Q3 2022, pending regulatory approvals. GRP, established in 2013, has annual revenues of approximately $340 million and serves nearly half a million customers in the U.K. and Ireland. Post-acquisition, GRP will be integrated into Brown & Brown's Retail segment, led by GRP's CEO, Mike Bruce. This acquisition aims to expand Brown & Brown's international reach and enhance its market capabilities, positioning the firm for continued growth.