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Atlantic American Corporation Reports First Quarter Results for 2021

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Atlantic American Corporation (Nasdaq- AAME) reported a net loss of $0.4 million, or $0.03 per share, for Q1 2021, a significant improvement from a loss of $8.1 million or $0.40 per share in Q1 2020. This change was driven by unrealized gains on equity securities of $0.7 million, contrasting with losses of $8.5 million in the prior year. Premium revenue rose by 1.2% to $46.1 million, largely due to growth in automobile insurance lines. The operating loss decreased by $0.6 million to $1.4 million, attributed to better performance in life and health operations.

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  • Net loss improved from $8.1 million in Q1 2020 to $0.4 million in Q1 2021.
  • Premium revenue increased by 1.2%, reaching $46.1 million.
  • Operating loss decreased to $1.4 million from $2.0 million in the previous year.
  • Favorable loss experience in life and health insurance operations.
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ATLANTA, May 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlantic American Corporation (Nasdaq- AAME) today reported net loss of $0.4 million, or $0.03 per common share, in the first quarter of 2021 compared to net loss of $8.1 million, or $0.40 per common share, in the first quarter of 2020.   The decrease in net loss was primarily the result of unrealized gains on equity securities of $0.7 million in the current quarter as compared to unrealized losses on equity securities of $8.5 million in the prior year quarter. Although price levels have generally recovered, the Company’s investment portfolio was significantly impacted during the first quarter of 2020 by material declines in capital markets as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Premium revenue for the three month period ended March 31, 2021 increased $0.5 million, or 1.2%, to $46.1 million from $45.6 million in the three month period ended March 31, 2020. The increase in premium revenue was primarily attributable to an increase in the automobile physical damage and automobile liability lines of business in the property and casualty operations. Operating loss (as defined below) decreased $0.6 million to $1.4 million in the three month period ended March 31, 2021 compared to $2.0 million in the three month period ended March 31, 2020. The decrease in operating loss was primarily due to favorable loss experience in the Company’s life and health operations, resulting from improved rate adequacy coupled with a decrease in the number of incurred claims within the Medicare supplement line of business.

Commenting on the results, Hilton H. Howell, Jr., Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “As the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic begins to fade, the dedication and focus of our employees has not wavered. Operating results for the quarter improved over prior year along with moderate growth in our premium revenue. We are also excited to announce that our voluntary employee benefits division, BankersWorksite has rebranded and will now operate under the trade name of Atlantic American Employee Benefits.   Additionally, we are extremely proud to report AM Best recently announced they have affirmed the credit ratings of Atlantic American Corporation and its subsidiaries.”

Atlantic American Corporation is an insurance holding company involved through its subsidiary companies in specialty markets of the life, health, and property and casualty insurance industries. Its principal insurance subsidiaries are American Southern Insurance Company, American Safety Insurance Company, Bankers Fidelity Life Insurance Company and Bankers Fidelity Assurance Company.

Note regarding non-GAAP financial measure: Atlantic American Corporation presents its consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). However, from time to time, the Company may present, in its public statements, press releases and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, non-GAAP financial measures such as operating income (loss). Management believes operating income (loss) is a useful metric for investors, potential investors, securities analysts and others because it isolates the “core” operating results of the Company before considering certain items that are either beyond the control of management (such as income tax expense, which is subject to timing, regulatory and rate changes depending on the timing of the associated revenues and expenses) or are not expected to regularly impact the Company’s operating results (such as any realized and unrealized investment gains (losses), which are not a part of the Company’s primary operations and are, to a limited extent, subject to discretion in terms of timing of realization). The financial data attached includes a reconciliation of operating income (loss) to net income (loss), the most comparable GAAP financial measure. The Company’s definition of operating income (loss) may differ from similarly titled financial measures used by others. This non-GAAP financial measure should be considered supplemental to, and not a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP.

Note regarding Private Securities Litigation Reform Act: Except for historical information contained herein, this press release contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements due to a number of factors and risks detailed from time to time in statements and reports that Atlantic American Corporation files with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

For further information contact:  
J. Ross Franklin Hilton H. Howell, Jr.
Chief Financial Officer Chairman, President & CEO
Atlantic American Corporation Atlantic American Corporation
404-266-5580 404-266-5505
   


Atlantic American Corporation
Financial Data
  
 Three Months Ended
 March 31,
(Unaudited; In thousands, except per share data)2021 2020
Insurance premiums   
Life and health$29,475  $30,628 
Property and casualty 16,615   14,922 
Insurance premiums, net 46,090   45,550 
    
Net investment income 2,113   2,039 
Realized investment gains, net 121   249 
Unrealized gains (losses) on equity securities, net 744   (8,455)
Other income 7   27 
    
Total revenue 49,075   39,410 
    
Insurance benefits and losses incurred   
Life and health 21,523   24,049 
Property and casualty 11,749   9,534 
Commissions and underwriting expenses 12,564   12,626 
Interest expense 346   476 
Other expense 3,440   2,952 
    
Total benefits and expenses 49,622   49,637 
    
Loss before income taxes (547)  (10,227)
Income tax benefit (116)  (2,140)
    
Net loss$ (431) $ (8,087)
    
Loss per common share (basic & diluted)$ (0.03) $ (0.40)
    
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measure   
    
Net loss$(431) $(8,087)
Income tax benefit (116)  (2,140)
Realized investment gains, net (121)  (249)
Unrealized (gains) losses on equity securities, net (744)  8,455 
    
Non-GAAP Operating loss$ (1,412) $ (2,021)
        
        
 March 31, December 31,
Selected Balance Sheet Data2021 2020
    
Total cash and investments$291,569  $298,630 
Insurance subsidiaries 286,268   292,478 
Parent and other 5,301   6,152 
Total assets 383,127   405,187 
Insurance reserves and policyholder funds 191,983   198,676 
Debt 33,738   33,738 
Total shareholders' equity 133,235   145,060 
Book value per common share 6.26   6.84 
Statutory capital and surplus   
Life and health 42,119   42,326 
Property and casualty 49,347   50,194 
    


FAQ

What are the financial results of Atlantic American Corporation for Q1 2021?

Atlantic American Corporation reported a net loss of $0.4 million, or $0.03 per share, in Q1 2021, a significant improvement from a net loss of $8.1 million, or $0.40 per share, in Q1 2020.

How did premium revenue change for Atlantic American Corporation in Q1 2021?

Premium revenue for Q1 2021 increased by 1.2%, amounting to $46.1 million, up from $45.6 million in Q1 2020.

What factors contributed to the decrease in operating loss for Atlantic American Corporation?

The operating loss decreased by $0.6 million to $1.4 million, largely due to improved rate adequacy and a decrease in claims in the Medicare supplement line.

What was the impact of unrealized gains on equity securities for Atlantic American Corporation in Q1 2021?

Atlantic American Corporation experienced unrealized gains on equity securities of $0.7 million in Q1 2021, compared to losses of $8.5 million in the same quarter of the previous year.

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