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Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ) is a leading global business services company that specializes in providing specialty protection products and related services. As a Fortune 500 company, Assurant works with industry leaders to help consumers gain financial security and peace of mind by safeguarding against various risks. The company's extensive portfolio includes mobile device protection, extended service products for consumer electronics, appliances, and vehicles, pre-funded funeral insurance, lender-placed homeowners insurance, flood insurance, renters insurance, credit insurance, and numerous group insurance products, including dental, disability, and life insurance.
Assurant operates through three main segments: Global Housing, Global Lifestyle, and Corporate and Other. The Global Housing segment offers products like lender-placed homeowners insurance, voluntary homeowners insurance, and other specialty products. The Global Lifestyle segment, which is the key revenue generator, focuses on mobile device solutions, vehicle protection, and credit protection. The Corporate and Other segment includes various administrative and support functions.
In recent years, Assurant has achieved significant milestones and continued growth across its business lines. For instance, in 2023, the company reported substantial earnings and EPS growth, driven largely by its Global Housing segment. The company also returned a record $4.3 billion to U.S. consumers through mobile device trade-in programs, emphasizing its role in the burgeoning secondary device market.
Assurant's ongoing projects include the integration of acquired businesses like iSmash, a leading UK tech repair brand, which strengthens its capabilities in mobile device solutions. Additionally, the company has partnered with Lloyds Banking Group to offer mobile and device trade-in services, further expanding its reach in the European market.
Financially, Assurant remains robust, with approximately $30 billion in assets and $8 billion in annual revenue. The company's strategic focus on innovation, operational excellence, and maintaining strong client relationships has positioned it well for continued growth and shareholder value creation.
AM Best has upgraded the outlooks of Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ) to positive from stable while affirming an FSR of A (Excellent) and Long-Term ICRs of “a+” (Excellent) for its property/casualty subsidiaries. Concurrently, the outlook for Assurant's life/health subsidiaries was also revised to positive, with upgrades in their ratings. The strong financial fundamentals, risk management, and capital generation potential contributed to these positive revisions.
Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.68 per share, payable on September 19, 2022, to shareholders of record as of August 29, 2022. Future dividend amounts will depend on the company's financial health, earnings, capital needs, and regulatory factors. As a Fortune 500 company operating in 21 countries, Assurant provides essential business services, including vehicle protection, renters insurance, and mobile device solutions, enhancing consumer experiences worldwide.
Assurant reported Q2 2022 results, showing a 72% decline in GAAP net income to $52.2 million, with a net income per share drop of 69% to $0.95. Adjusted EBITDA decreased 14% to $257.1 million, reflecting inflationary pressures and higher costs in Global Housing, while adjusted earnings per share slightly fell by 9% to $2.95. The company revised its 2022 outlook, projecting 3-6% growth in Adjusted EBITDA and 14-18% growth in adjusted EPS, driven by performance in Global Lifestyle, despite anticipated declines in Global Housing.
Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ) will announce its second quarter 2022 financial results on August 2, 2022, after market close. The announcement will be available on Assurant's website. A conference call to discuss the results will take place on August 3, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. ET, featuring CEO Keith W. Demmings, CFO Richard S. Dziadzio, and SVP Suzanne Shepherd. The call will be accessible via live audio webcast, with a replay available thereafter. Assurant is a Fortune 500 company operating in 21 countries, providing services related to consumer purchases.
Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ) announced its participation in the William Blair Growth Stock Conference on June 8, 2022, in Chicago. CEO Keith Demmings will discuss the company's strategic vision and competitive strengths beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET. The conference features key executives, including Richard Dziadzio and Biju Nair. A live webcast will be available on Assurant's Investor Relations website, with an archived replay accessible shortly after the event.
Assurant is a global leader in business services, focusing on protecting and connecting major consumer purchases.
Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ) reported a 17% year-over-year increase in trade-in program value, translating to $784 million returned to U.S. consumers in Q1 2022. The report highlights growing consumer participation driven by environmental consciousness and 5G device promotions. Key findings include the iPhone XR as the most traded device for five quarters and a slight decline in average trade-in value, down to $123. The rise in the age of Android devices traded in indicates a shift in consumer behavior towards sustainability.
Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.68 per share, payable on June 20, 2022, to stockholders of record by May 31, 2022. Future dividends will depend on the company's earnings, financial health, capital needs, and regulatory considerations. Assurant, a Fortune 300 company, operates in 21 countries and partners with leading brands to enhance consumer experiences through various services, including mobile device solutions and insurance products.
Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ) has appointed Sari Granat, President and COO of Chainalysis, to its Board of Directors, enhancing its technology and governance expertise. Granat's extensive background includes roles at IHS Markit, where she managed legal and risk functions. Assurant's Board Chair, Elaine Rosen, emphasized Granat's relevance to the company's growth and diversity goals. Granat's experience, including overseeing technology transformation during IHS Markit's IPO and merger, aligns with Assurant's vision as a leading global business services provider.
Assurant reported a Q1 2022 GAAP net income of $145.5 million, down 2% from $148.5 million in Q1 2021. Adjusted EBITDA reached $299.0 million, up 16% year-over-year, while adjusted earnings per diluted share increased 39% to $3.75. The company anticipates 8-10% growth in Adjusted EBITDA and 16-20% growth in adjusted earnings per share for 2022, driven by Global Lifestyle and Global Housing segments. Liquidity remains strong at $738 million, supporting share repurchases and dividends totaling $280 million in Q1.
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