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Arch Capital Group Ltd. (NASDAQ: ACGL) is a publicly listed Bermuda exempted company, providing insurance, reinsurance, and mortgage insurance products worldwide. With approximately $22.1 billion in capital as of March 31, 2024, Arch operates through its wholly owned subsidiaries across various regions, including Bermuda, the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and the United Kingdom. The company is part of the S&P 500 Index.
Arch Capital Group Ltd. has three primary underwriting segments: Insurance, Reinsurance, and Mortgage Insurance. The Insurance segment offers specialty risk solutions, including primary and excess casualty coverages, medical professional liability, and commercial automobile products. This segment also provides property, energy, marine, and aviation insurance, marketed through a network of licensed independent brokers.
The Reinsurance segment covers property catastrophe, liability, marine, aviation, agriculture, and political risk through treaty and facultative reinsurance. The Mortgage Insurance segment offers risk management and risk financing products to mortgage insurance sectors in the U.S., Europe, and Bermuda.
Recent Achievements: Arch launched the Arch APEX digital platform, streamlining the quote-bind-issue process, significantly enhancing efficiency and client satisfaction. The platform supports various insurance products, including non-profit accident insurance, travel insurance, and medical coverage. Furthermore, Arch Insurance North America announced the acquisition of U.S. MidCorp and Entertainment insurance businesses from Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE for $450 million, aimed at expanding Arch's presence in the U.S. middle market.
Latest Financial Highlights: For the first quarter of 2024, Arch Capital Group Ltd. reported a net income of $1.1 billion, an annualized net income return on average common equity of 24.6%, and a 5.2% increase in book value per common share. This success underscores Arch's robust financial health and commitment to delivering value to shareholders.
With a commitment to leveraging innovative technologies, a focus on client-centric solutions, and a strategic approach toward market expansions, Arch Capital Group Ltd. continues to solidify its position as a leader in the global insurance and reinsurance industry.
Arch Capital Group (NASDAQ: ACGL) has announced a leadership transition, with Nicolas Papadopoulo appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Papadopoulo, who has been with the company since 2001, will also join the Board of Directors. He replaces Marc Grandisson, who is retiring after serving as CEO since 2018.
Papadopoulo has held various leadership roles at Arch, most recently serving as President and Chief Underwriting Officer since 2021. The Board of Directors expressed confidence in Papadopoulo's ability to drive growth and value for shareholders. Papadopoulo stated that Arch's existing strategies of cycle management and thoughtful capital allocation will remain the company's priorities.
The leadership change comes as Arch Capital Group has established itself as a market-leading, global specialty insurer, experiencing significant growth and profitability over the past two decades.
Arch Insurance North America has appointed Tyler Bair as President of Ventus Risk Management, a wholly-owned managing general underwriter (MGU) focused on E&S property. Bair, who previously worked at Ventus for three years and recently at Amwins Underwriting, is tasked with driving growth, managing operations, and building relationships with brokers and carrier partners.
Matt Shulman, CEO of Arch Insurance North America, expressed confidence in Bair's leadership to propel Ventus into its next growth stage. Bair emphasized his commitment to leveraging Ventus' data-forward platform to provide coastal commercial property solutions. Richard Goldfarb, who led Ventus for the past five years, will transition to the role of Head of Strategy, contributing his technical pricing and portfolio management expertise.
Arch Capital Group (NASDAQ: ACGL) has announced the release date for its 2024 third quarter results. The company will disclose its financial performance after the stock market closes on Wednesday, October 30. Following this, a conference call for investors and analysts is scheduled for 11 a.m. ET on Thursday, October 31.
Interested parties can access a live webcast of the call through the Investors section of Arch Capital's website. For those unable to attend live, a recording will be available approximately two hours after the event concludes and will remain accessible on the site for one year.
Arch Insurance North America, in collaboration with the Disability Management Employer Coalition (DMEC), is hosting a webinar on September 12, 2024, at noon ET. The webinar, titled '2024 Tools & Tactics Webinar: PFML Laws through 2026 — An Update for Multi-State Employers', will focus on updates to Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) programs in Delaware, Maine, Maryland, and Minnesota.
The session will cover changes to existing state laws, coordination of benefits, and key updates for employers with staff in these states. It offers 1 CEU credit for various professional certifications. Thomas Foschino, VP of Accident & Health at Arch Insurance, emphasizes the importance of staying informed about the upcoming wave of PFML laws. Complimentary registration is available using the code 24ARCH2.
Arch Capital Group (NASDAQ: ACGL) has appointed Dan Houston and Neal Triplett to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Houston, Chairman and CEO of Principal Financial Group®, brings extensive financial services experience. Triplett, President and CEO of Duke University Management Company, offers 25 years of investment management expertise.
John Pasquesi, ACGL Board Chair, emphasized the appointments' role in broadening talent and perspectives. Jack Bunce, Chair of the Nominating and Governance Committee, highlighted Houston's leadership experience and Triplett's investment expertise as valuable additions. CEO Marc Grandisson views these appointments as validation of Arch's status as an emerging global market leader during a transformational growth period.
Arch Mortgage Insurance Company (Arch MI) has secured over $203 million of indemnity reinsurance through Bellemeade Re 2024-1 , covering a $30.5 billion mortgage portfolio. This transaction, Arch's first Mortgage Insurance-Linked Note (MILN) of 2024, was achieved by issuing $163 million in bonds and $41 million in direct reinsurance. The coverage primarily applies to MI policies issued from September 2023 through July 2024.
Bellemeade Re 2024-1 is funding its obligations through five classes of amortizing notes with 10-year legal final maturities, rated by DBRS Morningstar. Since 2015, Arch has completed 21 Bellemeade transactions, securing over $9.7 billion in indemnity reinsurance. This program remains a important component of Arch's risk and capital management strategy.
Arch Insurance North America, part of Arch Capital Group (Nasdaq: ACGL), has completed the acquisition of Allianz's U.S. MidCorp and Entertainment insurance businesses. The deal, initially announced on April 5, brings nearly 500 former Allianz employees to Arch, ensuring continuity for clients and brokers. Mark Lange, previously Chief Strategy Officer for Arch Insurance North America, will lead the new businesses as Chief Middle Market Executive.
This strategic move aims to enhance Arch Insurance's middle market offerings and drive growth in this sector. The acquisition emphasizes continuity and a customer-centric approach, with Arch focusing on earning the trust of existing clients and distribution partners. Goldman Sachs & Co. and J.P. Morgan Securities acted as financial advisors to Arch, while Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP provided legal counsel.
Arch Capital Group (NASDAQ: ACGL) announced its Q2 2024 results. Net income for common shareholders reached $1.3 billion ($3.30/share), a significant rise from $661 million ($1.75/share) in Q2 2023. After-tax operating income was $981 million ($2.57/share), up from $726 million ($1.92/share) in Q2 2023. The combined ratio excluding catastrophic activity and prior year development improved to 76.7% from 79.7%.
Gross premiums written increased by 11.1% to $5.38 billion, and net premiums written rose by 10.3% to $3.78 billion. Book value per share grew by 6.9% to $52.75. Significant segment performance includes:
- Insurance: Gross premiums up by 7.5%, underwriting income slightly increased by 0.9%.
- Reinsurance: Gross premiums grew by 15.6%, underwriting income surged by 49.4%.
- Mortgage: Net premiums written increased by 4.2%, underwriting income rose by 13.4%.
Strong investment income and lower expense ratios contributed to the impressive performance.
Arch Insurance North America, a subsidiary of Arch Capital Group (Nasdaq: ACGL), has received regulatory approval for its acquisition of Allianz's U.S. MidCorp and Entertainment insurance businesses. The transaction is expected to close on August 1, 2024, pending customary closing conditions. This acquisition, initially announced earlier, marks a significant expansion for Arch Insurance in the U.S. market, particularly in the mid-sized corporate and entertainment sectors. The regulatory green light is a important step forward in finalizing this strategic move, which is likely to enhance Arch's market position and diversify its insurance portfolio.
Arch Capital Group (NASDAQ: ACGL) announced it will release its 2024 second quarter results after the close of regular stock market hours on Tuesday, July 30. The company will host a conference call for investors and analysts on Wednesday, July 31, at 11 a.m. ET. A live webcast of this call will be accessible through the Investors section of the company's website. Additionally, a recording of the webcast will be available on the site approximately two hours after the event and will remain archived for one year.