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Selective Insurance Group, Inc. reports developments in property and casualty insurance through a holding-company structure that includes 10 insurance subsidiaries. The companies distribute standard commercial and personal insurance through independent agents, write specialty commercial insurance, and offer flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program's Write Your Own Program.
Recurring SIGI news centers on quarterly operating results, net premiums written, renewal pricing, retention, combined ratios, catastrophe losses, reserve development, ROE, book value, dividends and share repurchases. Updates also include AM Best credit-rating actions, executive and board changes, investor conference presentations, and strategy across Standard Commercial Lines, Standard Personal Lines, Excess and Surplus Lines and Investments.
Selective Insurance Group (NASDAQ: SIGI) announced that its CEO, John J. Marchioni, will participate in the 'Middle Market Carrier Strategy' panel at the Bank of America 2022 Insurance Conference. The session is scheduled for February 16, 2022, from 10:15 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. E.T. Investors can listen live via the Selective website. A replay will be available until February 10, 2023. Selective is well-regarded for its property and casualty insurance services, rated 'A+' by AM Best.
Selective Insurance Group reported a 9% increase in net premiums written for Q4 2021, totaling $745.4 million. The GAAP combined ratio stood at 93.1%, while net income per diluted share was $1.59. For the full year, net income per diluted share reached $6.50, with an annualized non-GAAP operating ROE of 14.3%. The company also reported after-tax net investment income of $263 million, a 42% increase year-over-year. Looking ahead, guidance includes a target combined ratio of 91.0% for 2022.
Selective Insurance is committed to enhancing the insurance industry's talent pipeline during February's Insurance Careers Month. Initiatives include the College Competition and Ignite Internship programs, which help attract young professionals. The College Competition connects students with independent insurance agencies, allowing them to manage a simulated insurance agency. The Ignite program, recognized as a top internship, has a strong track record of internship-to-hire conversions. Selective is a leading insurance group, rated 'A+' by AM Best, and has been recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2021.
Selective Insurance Group (NASDAQ: SIGI) will announce its fourth quarter 2021 financial results after market close on February 3, 2022. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for February 4, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET. Interested parties can access a live webcast on Selective's website. A replay will be available from February 4 through March 6, 2022. Selective is rated 'A+' by AM Best and offers a range of insurance products through independent agents.
Selective Insurance Group (NASDAQ: SIGI) announced that Gregory E. Murphy will not seek re-election as Non-Executive Chairperson at the 2022 Annual Meeting. Murphy, who joined the company in 1980 and served as CEO until 2020, played a pivotal role in increasing market capitalization by over 6.5 times and tripling net premiums. The board has nominated John J. Marchioni, current President and CEO, to succeed him. The company recently received an upgraded 'A+' rating from AM Best, reflecting its strong financial position.
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AM Best has upgraded the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of Selective Insurance Group (SIGI) to A+ (Superior) from A (Excellent). The Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (ICR) have also been upgraded to 'aa-' from 'a+'. The rating outlooks have been revised to stable from positive. Selective's strong balance sheet strength, stable risk-adjusted capitalization, and improved underwriting results in challenging segments contribute to these upgrades. The ratings reflect Selective's favorable business profile and effective enterprise risk management.
Selective Insurance Group reported Q3 2021 results with a net income per share of $1.18, alongside a 13% rise in net premiums written year-over-year to $812.9 million. The combined ratio stood at 98.6%, impacted by $76 million in net catastrophe losses, mainly from Hurricane Ida. Notably, net investment income surged 36% to $93 million. The company declared a cash dividend increase of 12% to $0.28, payable on December 1, 2021. The revised full-year guidance anticipates a GAAP combined ratio, excluding catastrophe losses, of 88% and $240 million in after-tax net investment income.
Selective Insurance Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SIGI) will release its Q3 2021 financial results after market close on October 27, 2021. The company will hold a conference call for discussion on October 28, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. ET. The call will be available via webcast on Selective’s website. A press release and financial supplement will also be published on the Investors page after market close on the same day. A replay of the conference call will be accessible from October 28 through November 27, 2021.
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