Strong Financial Performance
AXIS reported a net income available to common shareholders of $173 million or $2.04 per diluted common share, resulting in an annualized ROE of 13%. Operating income was $230 million, or $2.71 per diluted common share, resulting in an annualized operating ROE of 17.3%.
Record Gross Premiums
Company-wide gross premiums written grew 1.6% to $1.9 billion, marking the highest production for a third quarter.
Improved Expense Ratio
The consolidated G&A expense ratio was 12.1%, down from 13.5% a year ago, with a commitment to reduce it below 11% by 2026.
Robust Investment Income
Net investment income was a record $205 million, up 33% from the prior year.
Insurance Segment Growth
The insurance segment reported a strong performance with gross premiums written up 4.7% compared to the prior year, achieving a 90.4% combined ratio.