Sustained Top Line Growth
Life APE sales increased by 6% to ZAR 6.6 billion, supported by strong growth in risk sales and channel productivity improvements.
Strong Performance in Old Mutual Insure
Old Mutual Insure recorded a net underwriting margin of 5.9%, driven by better pricing and underwriting, marking an exceptional turnaround in profitability.
Growth in Asset Management
Funds under management increased by 5% to ZAR 1.4 trillion, largely due to improved equity market performance in South Africa.
Improved Shareholder Returns
Adjusted headline earnings per share increased by 7% to ZAR 0.735, supported by a 14% increase in shareholder investment returns and a share buyback.
Strategic Progress with OM Bank
Technical and operational progress with OM Bank is ahead of schedule, with a public launch planned for Q1 2025.