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Genworth Financial, Inc. reports developments across an insurance holding company built around Enact, its publicly traded mortgage insurance subsidiary, and a Closed Block of long-term care insurance, life insurance and annuity products. Recurring updates cover quarterly results, investment gains and losses, reserve impacts, capital returns from Enact, share repurchases and the management of legacy insurance obligations.
Company news also follows CareScout, Genworth’s wholly owned platform for aging and long-term care navigation. CareScout updates include its Quality Network of home care providers, personalized Care Plans, long-term care insurance offerings and the completed Seniorly acquisition, which added senior living community resources and advisor-network capabilities.
Genworth Mortgage Insurance reported a decline in first-time homebuyer activity for Q2 2020, with 539,000 homes purchased, down 4.6% year-over-year. The annualized rate for first-time buyers fell to 1.86 million, the lowest since 2016. Despite this, first-time buyers constituted 40% of single-family sales. Mortgage rates dropped to 3.36%, aiding affordability. Moreover, a record 83% of first-time buyers utilized low-down payment mortgages. A recovery was noted in May and June, evidenced by a 55% increase in rate locks, although some states reported fewer buyers compared to last year.
Genworth Financial (NYSE: GNW) and China Oceanwide Holdings have announced progress on their pending $2.7 billion merger. The agreement has been extended to September 30, 2020, while Oceanwide provided satisfactory updates on its funding progress. Genworth's Board decided against terminating the merger, citing encouraging developments despite pandemic-related challenges. Regulatory approvals are in place, though further clearances are needed. Oceanwide remains committed to integrating long-term care insurance expertise into the Asian market.
Genworth Financial, Inc. (NYSE: GNW) announced the completion of a $750 million private offering of 6.500% senior notes due 2025 by its subsidiary, Genworth Mortgage Holdings, Inc. The notes are not guaranteed by Genworth Financial or its subsidiaries. Initially, GMHI will retain $300 million of the proceeds, while the rest will help reduce debt maturities at Genworth Holdings, Inc. The offering was made to qualified institutional buyers and non-U.S. Persons under Rule 144A and Regulation S of the Securities Act, without registration.
Genworth Financial announced that its subsidiary, Genworth Mortgage Holdings, priced a private offering of $750 million in 6.500% senior notes due 2025. The offering is exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and is targeted to qualified institutional buyers. GMHI plans to retain $300 million of the net proceeds, while the remainder will be used to reduce upcoming debt maturities. The offering is set to close on August 21, 2020, subject to customary conditions.
Genworth Financial's subsidiary, Genworth Mortgage Holdings, Inc. (GMHI), intends to offer $750 million in senior notes due 2025 in a private offering exempt from registration under the Securities Act. GMHI plans to retain $300 million of net proceeds, with the remainder allocated to its parent company to reduce upcoming debt obligations. The offering is limited to qualified institutional buyers and is not guaranteed by Genworth or its subsidiaries, posing potential risks to investors.
Genworth Financial reported a net loss of $441 million for Q2 2020, compared to a net income of $168 million in Q2 2019. The adjusted operating loss was $21 million, down from $178 million year-over-year. The company reached a settlement with AXA resulting in a £100 million payment and a total after-tax loss of $516 million. Despite a strong mortgage origination market, new delinquencies surged due to COVID-19, with a loss ratio of 94%. The merger agreement with China Oceanwide was extended to September 30, 2020, as funding delays were reported.
Genworth Financial (NYSE: GNW) announced leadership changes on July 28, 2020, with Kelly L. Groh resigning as CFO after 24 years, effective post-second quarter financial close. Dan Sheehan, the current CIO, will take over as CFO while continuing his CIO responsibilities. Groh will assist in the transition. The company also appointed Brian Haendiges as the new CRO, effective September 8, 2020. These changes are expected to foster continuity in financial operations as Genworth continues to navigate its ongoing challenges, including the China Oceanwide transaction.
Genworth Financial (NYSE: GNW) has reached a settlement with AXA regarding £100 million (~$125 million) in payment protection insurance (PPI) mis-selling losses. This follows a court ruling from December 2019, which held Genworth liable under terms from its 2015 sale to AXA. The settlement involves a secured promissory note for £317 million and future payments for mis-selling losses. The total expense for Genworth from this settlement is expected to be about $516 million after-tax. The agreement allows Genworth to manage its obligations as it seeks to raise capital amidst nearing debt maturity.
Genworth Financial (NYSE: GNW) will release its second quarter earnings on July 29, 2020, after market close. A conference call is scheduled for July 30, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss these results and provide updates on its pending transaction with China Oceanwide Holdings Group. Investors can access the earnings release and financial supplement on the company's website.
Details for the conference call include dial-in numbers and a conference ID. A replay will be available until August 14, 2020.
Genworth Financial (NYSE: GNW) has announced plans to address its near-term liabilities while awaiting the finalization of its acquisition by China Oceanwide Holdings, which has been delayed. The company has extended its merger agreement deadline to September 30, 2020, through a 15th waiver. Genworth will consider a debt offering and a potential IPO of its U.S. Mortgage Insurance business to meet financial obligations. The acquisition price stands at $5.43 per share, and Oceanwide aims to secure up to $1.8 billion in funding, which has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.