Fidelity National Financial In Stock Price, News & Analysis

AM Best has placed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” for F&G Reinsurance Ltd. under review with developing implications. This follows Fidelity National Financial's (FNF) definitive agreement to sell F&G Re to Aspida Holdings Ltd., a subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation. F&G Re will exit from F&G's strategic focus, reflected in the review status. The transaction is anticipated to close in Q4 2020, pending regulatory approval.

Fidelity National Financial (FNF) and F&G announced a definitive agreement to sell F&G Reinsurance Ltd to Aspida Holdings, an Ares Management subsidiary. F&G Re has around $2 billion in invested assets and focuses on reinsurance solutions for life and annuities. Proceeds will fund growth opportunities at F&G. The transaction includes a flow reinsurance agreement related to F&G's MYGA products. Closing is anticipated in Q4 2020, pending regulatory approval, with no material impact expected on FNF's GAAP results.

Fidelity National Financial (FNF) has delivered over 800,000 startSafe digital opening packages, enhancing the real estate transaction experience. More than 70% of these packages are opened, with an 85% completion rate for startSafe interviews, indicating strong consumer engagement. The company is introducing Mobile Deposit for earnest money, currently in select markets and expanding nationwide by the end of October. This initiative aims to improve convenience while reducing wire fraud risks, contributing to a safer, more user-friendly online experience for real estate transactions.

Fidelity National Financial (FNF) has successfully issued $600 million in 2.450% senior notes due March 15, 2031, priced at 99.642%. Interest will be paid semi-annually, starting March 15, 2021. Proceeds will primarily be used to repay debt related to the recent FGL Holdings acquisition and for general corporate purposes. This issuance involved underwriters such as BofA Securities and J.P. Morgan. FNF is a major player in title insurance and transaction services across the U.S.

Fidelity National Financial (FNF) has announced the pricing of $600 million in 2.450% senior notes due March 15, 2031. The notes, priced at 99.642% of their principal, will yield 2.489% annually and pay interest semi-annually. Proceeds will be used to repay existing debt from the FGL Holdings acquisition and for general corporate purposes. The offering is managed by BofA Securities and J.P. Morgan, with a cautionary note on forward-looking statements highlighting the potential risks associated with the transaction and market conditions.

Fidelity National Financial (NYSE: FNF) announced its participation in the Barclays Global Financial Services Conference on September 15, 2020, at 1:15 p.m. ET. The event will feature President Mike Nolan, CFO Tony Park, and FGL Holdings CEO Chris Blunt in a fireside chat. Investors can access a live webcast and replay through FNF's Investor Relations website. FNF is recognized as the largest title insurance company in the U.S., offering title insurance and transaction services to the real estate and mortgage industries.

Fidelity National Financial's subsidiary, NextAce, launches the industry's first 'Virtual Title Assistant' aimed at facilitating rapid title automation for title companies. The VTA enables firms to begin using automation within days, cutting labor costs significantly while maintaining existing workflows. With over 12 million title reports processed, NextAce holds 20% of the market share in title automation. The innovation addresses the need for efficiency in the unpredictable market, allowing companies to enhance productivity without extensive new system integrations.

Fidelity National Financial (NYSE:FNF) reported a strong second quarter 2020, achieving total revenue of approximately $2.4 billion, up from $2.1 billion in Q2 2019. Net earnings from continuing operations reached $304 million, with adjusted EPS of $1.09, marking a notable increase from $0.96 in the previous year. Significant realized gains of $162 million were noted, primarily from mark-to-market accounting. The acquisition of FGL Holdings, completed on June 1, 2020, contributed positively to overall earnings despite initial unrealized losses. The company also observed a dramatic rise in refinance orders amidst the ongoing pandemic.

Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE:FNF) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.33 per share, payable on September 30, 2020, to stockholders of record by September 16, 2020. FNF is the leading provider of title insurance and transaction services to the real estate and mortgage industries, operating under multiple title insurance underwriters. This dividend reflects the company's commitment to returning value to its shareholders.