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RGA (NYSE: RGA) names long-time executive Laura Cockrill as CFO

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Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated appointed Laura Cockrill as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective June 22, 2026. She succeeds Axel André, who notified the company on June 15, 2026 that he will resign effective July 17, 2026 to pursue another opportunity.

Cockrill has more than 25 years with RGA, most recently serving as Chief Strategy Officer, and previously as Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Chief Financial Officer for the Americas region. She remains on the Executive Committee and brings broad experience across finance, capital, investments, treasury, and financial planning and analysis.

RGA describes itself as a leading global life and health reinsurer, with approximately $4.3 trillion of life reinsurance in force and $164.1 billion of total assets as of March 31, 2026.

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RGA names long‑tenured insider as CFO as current finance chief departs.

Reinsurance Group of America is transitioning from CFO Axel André to long‑time executive Laura Cockrill. André’s resignation is effective July 17, 2026, while Cockrill’s promotion to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer is effective June 22, 2026.

Cockrill’s background spans Deputy CFO, Americas CFO, and Chief Strategy Officer, giving her broad exposure to finance, capital, collateral, investments, treasury, and FP&A. This depth and her Executive Committee role suggest continuity rather than a strategic reset, based on the information provided.

RGA highlights scale with approximately $4.3 trillion of life reinsurance in force and total assets of $164.1 billion as of March 31, 2026. Future filings may further detail any changes to financial priorities or capital management under the new CFO.

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
CFO effective date June 22, 2026 Date Laura Cockrill becomes Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Outgoing CFO resignation effective July 17, 2026 Effective date of Axel André’s resignation as CFO
Life reinsurance in force $4.3 trillion Approximate life reinsurance in force as of March 31, 2026
Total assets $164.1 billion Total assets as of March 31, 2026
Company founding year 1973 Year RGA was founded, as stated in company description
CFO tenure at company More than 25 years Length of time Laura Cockrill has worked at RGA
Regulation FD Disclosure regulatory
"Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure."
Regulation FD disclosure requires public companies to share important, market-moving information with everyone at the same time instead of tipping off analysts or large investors first. Think of it as making sure all players on a field hear the same announcement simultaneously; that fairness helps investors trust that stock prices reflect the same information and reduces the risk of sudden, unfair trading advantages or regulatory penalties for selective leaks.
life reinsurance financial
"a global industry leader specializing in life and health reinsurance"
Life reinsurance is when one insurance company agrees to take on some of the risk and payouts from another company's life insurance policies, like a backup partner that helps cover big or unexpected claims. Investors watch it because it affects an insurer’s financial stability, capital needs and profit swings—similar to how a business buying warranty coverage can smooth costs and protect against large losses.
Executive Committee financial
"She is also a member of the Company’s Executive Committee."
An executive committee is a small group of top leaders within an organization responsible for making important decisions and setting strategic direction. Think of it as the company's steering team, guiding the overall course and ensuring management actions align with long-term goals. For investors, understanding the executive committee helps gauge how decisions are made at the highest level and how leadership might influence the company's future performance.
financial planning and analysis financial
"investments, treasury, and financial planning and analysis."
Financial planning and analysis is the ongoing process companies use to create budgets, forecast future revenues and costs, and evaluate actual performance against those plans. Think of it as a company’s financial roadmap and compass — it shows where management expects the business to go, flags variances from the plan, and supports decisions about spending, investments, and risk. For investors, strong FP&A provides clearer signals about likely cash flow, profitability, and management’s ability to execute strategy.
Subordinated Debentures financial
"Fixed-To-Floating Rate Subordinated Debentures due 2056"
A subordinated debenture is a type of long-term loan a company issues that ranks below other debts when paying creditors, so holders are paid only after higher-priority lenders if the company defaults. It matters to investors because this lower repayment priority raises the risk of loss, which companies typically offset by offering higher interest, making it a trade-off between yield and safety—like standing later in line for a bigger tip.
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FAQ

What leadership change did RGA (RGA) announce in this 8-K filing?
Reinsurance Group of America announced that Laura Cockrill has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective June 22, 2026. She succeeds Axel André, who will leave the company on July 17, 2026 to pursue a new opportunity outside RGA.

Who is Laura Cockrill, the new CFO of RGA (RGA)?
Laura Cockrill is a long-tenured RGA executive with more than 25 years at the company. She previously served as Chief Strategy Officer, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Financial Officer for the Americas region, and remains a member of RGA’s Executive Committee after becoming Chief Financial Officer.

When will outgoing CFO Axel André leave Reinsurance Group of America (RGA)?
Axel André informed Reinsurance Group of America on June 15, 2026 that he will resign as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. His resignation is effective July 17, 2026, after which his successor, Laura Cockrill, will continue in the CFO role announced in the filing.

What experience does RGA’s new CFO bring to the role?
RGA’s new CFO, Laura Cockrill, has held multiple senior finance roles, including Deputy Chief Financial Officer and CFO for the Americas region. Her responsibilities have covered business finance, capital, collateral, investments, treasury, and financial planning and analysis, complementing her recent position as Chief Strategy Officer.

How large is Reinsurance Group of America’s life reinsurance portfolio?
Reinsurance Group of America reports approximately $4.3 trillion of life reinsurance in force. The company also states that it had total assets of $164.1 billion as of March 31, 2026, underscoring its scale as a global life and health reinsurance provider in the financial services sector.

What financial scale does RGA (RGA) report in this disclosure?
RGA states that it has total assets of $164.1 billion as of March 31, 2026 and approximately $4.3 trillion of life reinsurance in force. These figures highlight the company’s substantial balance sheet and risk portfolio as a major global life and health reinsurer.
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 8-K

 

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): June 15, 2026

 

 

REINSURANCE GROUP OF AMERICA, INCORPORATED

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

 

 

 

Missouri   1-11848   43-1627032

(State or Other Jurisdiction

of Incorporation)

  

(Commission

File Number)

  

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

16600 Swingley Ridge Road, Chesterfield, Missouri 63017

(Address of Principal Executive Offices, and Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (636) 736-7000

 

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

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Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

  ☐

Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

 

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Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

 

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Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class

  

Trading
Symbol(s)

  

Name of each exchange
on which registered

Common Stock, par value $0.01   RGA   New York Stock Exchange
5.75% Fixed-To-Floating Rate Subordinated Debentures due 2056   RZB   New York Stock Exchange
7.125% Fixed-Rate Reset Subordinated Debentures due 2052   RZC   New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter):

☐ Emerging growth company

☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

 

 
 

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On June 15, 2026, Axel André, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (the “Company”), informed the Company of his resignation from the Company effective July 17, 2026.

Effective June 22, 2026, Laura Cockill, Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer, will assume the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Cockrill, 49, has served as the Company’s Chief Strategy Officer since September, 2025. She is also a member of the Company’s Executive Committee. Ms. Cockrill joined the Company in 2000 and has held positions of increasing responsibility, including serving as Deputy Chief Financial Officer prior to her current role.

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

In a press release dated June 22, 2026, a copy of which is attached to this Current Report as Exhibit 99.1, and the text of which is incorporated by reference herein, the Company announced the organizational changes described in the first paragraph of this Current Report.

The information in this Item 7.01 and the contents of Exhibit 99.1 will not be deemed to be “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of such section, nor will such information or exhibit be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as may be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits. The following documents are filed as exhibits to this report:

 

Exhibit
No.

   

Exhibit

99.1    Press Release, dated June 22, 2026.
104    Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

 

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

    REINSURANCE GROUP OF AMERICA, INCORPORATED
Date: June 22, 2026     By:  

/s/ My Chi To

      My Chi To
      Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary

Exhibit 99.1

Laura Cockrill Named Chief Financial Officer, RGA

ST. LOUIS, June 22, 2026 – Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE: RGA), a leading global life and health reinsurer, announced today that Laura Cockrill has been named Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. She succeeds Axel André, who will leave the company on July 17 to pursue a new opportunity. Most recently, Ms. Cockrill served as Chief Strategy Officer and as a member of RGA’s Executive Committee.

“During her more than 25 years with RGA, Laura has excelled in positions of increasing responsibility across the finance organization and the company more broadly,” said Tony Cheng, President and Chief Executive Officer, RGA. “She has played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing our enterprise strategy and long-term growth priorities. Laura is a proven leader who brings an unmatched understanding of our business, and I look forward to continuing to work closely with her to achieve our financial objectives and create long-term value for our shareholders. I would also like to thank Axel for his numerous contributions during his tenure and wish him all the best as he embarks on this exciting new chapter.”

Prior to her current role, Ms. Cockrill served as the organization’s Deputy Chief Financial Officer, and before that, as Chief Financial Officer for the Americas region. During her career with the company, she has held a wide range of finance roles, giving her deep expertise across business, capital, collateral, investments, treasury, and financial planning and analysis. She will remain a member of RGA’s Executive Committee.

About RGA

Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE: RGA) is a global industry leader specializing in life and health reinsurance and financial solutions that help clients effectively manage risk and optimize capital. Founded in 1973, RGA is one of the world’s largest and most respected reinsurers and remains guided by a powerful purpose: to make financial protection accessible to all. As a global capabilities and solutions leader, RGA empowers partners through bold innovation, relentless execution, and dedicated client focus, all directed toward creating sustainable long-term value. RGA has approximately $4.3 trillion of life reinsurance in force and total assets of $164.1 billion as of March 31, 2026. To learn more about RGA and its businesses, please visit rgare.com or follow RGA on LinkedIn and Facebook. Investors can learn more at investor.rgare.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Jeff Hopson

Senior Vice President, Investor Relations

636-736-2068

jhopson@rgare.com

Lynn Phillips

Senior Vice President, Enterprise Marketing & Communications

636-736-2351

lphillips@rgare.com

Crystal Lu

Senior Vice President, Investor Relations

Crystal.Lu@rgare.com

Lizzie Curry

Executive Director, Public Relations

636-736-8521

lizzie.curry@rgare.com

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