Marsh & Mclennan Stock Price, News & Analysis

Oliver Wyman, a consulting firm under Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), has opened a new Actuarial office in Bermuda, led by Faisal Haddad. This expansion aims to enhance service delivery for clients in Bermuda and the US with Bermuda subsidiaries, addressing the rising demand for actuarial services. David Weinsier, US Insurance Practice Leader, emphasized that this local presence will improve collaboration with the insurance sector. Haddad brings over 15 years of international experience in offshore reinsurance, previously serving as Chief Actuary at Brookfield's offshore entities.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) reported a strong financial performance for Q2 2022, with GAAP revenue increasing 7% to $5.4 billion. Underlying revenue rose 10%, and operating income grew 11% to $1.4 billion. GAAP EPS increased 19% to $1.91, while adjusted EPS rose 8% to $1.89. For the first half of 2022, consolidated revenue was $10.9 billion, up 8%. The company repurchased 3.8 million shares for $600 million and announced a 10% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.590 per share. The report highlights robust demand for Marsh McLennan's services across its operations.

According to a recent Mercer poll at the Global Investment Forum, over 350 asset managers express uncertainty about the global economy, identifying overheating (26%), stagflation (24%), and hard landing (22%) as likely scenarios. Notably, 58% believe their equity portfolios should diverge from market cap weights, with 75% focusing on carbon transition. The poll highlights increased allocations to private markets, renewed interest in hedge funds, and emphasizes the importance of active manager selection for diversification and outperformance in volatile market conditions.

The Board of Directors of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) announced a 10.3% increase in its quarterly dividend, raising it from $0.535 to $0.590 per share. The dividend is scheduled for payment on August 15, 2022, to stockholders recorded on July 28, 2022. With annual revenues around $20 billion, Marsh McLennan continues to be a leader in professional services related to risk, strategy, and people, advising clients across 130 countries.

Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) has acquired CS Insurance Strategies, Inc., a Chicago-based insurance agency specializing in employee health, business insurance, and risk management. Founded in 2009, CS Insurance is minority-owned and serves diverse clients, particularly in municipal and non-profit sectors. The acquisition enhances MMA's capacity to deliver competitive solutions and expands growth opportunities for both organizations. All ten CS Insurance employees will join MMA, indicating a commitment to integrating local expertise into MMA's broader service offerings.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) will announce its second quarter financial results on July 21, 2022, prior to market opening. The results will be accessible via a press release on marshmclennan.com. Following the announcement, executives including President and CEO Dan Glaser will conduct a teleconference at 8:30 a.m. EDT to discuss the results and address investor queries. Marsh McLennan, a global leader in professional services, has an annual revenue of approximately $20 billion and serves clients in 130 countries.