Record Fourth Quarter Earnings
Horace Mann reported record fourth quarter core earnings of $1.62 per share, a 93% increase over the prior year.
Improved P&C Profitability
The property and casualty segment saw a full-year combined ratio of 98%, a 15-point improvement over the prior year.
Strong Premium and Sales Growth
Premiums and contract deposits increased 8% over the prior year, with P&C net premiums earned increasing 14%. Sales grew by double-digit percentages in auto, individual supplemental, and life lines.
Increased Investment Income
Net investment income increased over the prior year due to strong core fixed income returns, benefiting from a higher interest rate environment.
Operational and Technological Advancements
The company rolled out a new CRM platform, Catalyst, and is nearing completion of straight-through processing capabilities in the individual supplemental line.