Allstate Announces July 2022 Catastrophe Losses and Implemented Auto Rates

Rhea-AI Summary

The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) reported estimated catastrophe losses of $223 million for July, with $176 million after-tax. The month saw 12 events, mainly wind and hail, leading to total estimated losses of $233 million, slightly offset by favorable reserve adjustments. Allstate implemented a total of 64 rate increases averaging 9.0% since the year's start, adding $240 million in July alone. The company plans further rate actions in response to inflation in auto insurance costs.

Positive

• Implemented rate increases totaling 8.9% in July, impacting Allstate brand premiums by 1.0%.
• Total catastrophe losses in July offset by favorable reserve reestimates.
• Implemented auto rate increases of $240 million in July.

Negative

• Estimated catastrophe losses of $223 million for July may impact profitability.
• Geographical spread of losses indicates a potential trend of increasing insurance claims.

NORTHBROOK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) today announced estimated catastrophe losses for the month of July of $223 million or $176 million, after-tax. July catastrophe losses included 12 events, primarily wind and hail, that were geographically widespread, estimated at $233 million, partially offset by favorable reserve reestimates for prior period events.

“Allstate will continue to implement significant rate actions in the second half of 2022 in response to inflationary increases to auto insurance severities. During the month of July, the Allstate brand implemented rate increases of 8.9% across 6 locations, resulting in total Allstate brand insurance premium impact of 1.0%. We have implemented 64 rate increases averaging approximately 9.0% across 51 locations since the beginning of the year. Allstate brand implemented auto rate increases totaled $240 million in the month of July, after implementing $1.5 billion in the previous two quarters,” said Mario Rizzo, Chief Financial Officer of The Allstate Corporation. Our implemented auto rate exhibit has been posted on allstateinvestors.com.

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Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains “forward-looking statements” that anticipate results based on our estimates, assumptions and plans that are subject to uncertainty. These statements are made subject to the safe-harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements do not relate strictly to historical or current facts and may be identified by their use of words like “plans,” “seeks,” “expects,” “will,” “should,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “intends,” “believes,” “likely,” “targets” and other words with similar meanings. We believe these statements are based on reasonable estimates, assumptions and plans. However, if the estimates, assumptions or plans underlying the forward-looking statements prove inaccurate or if other risks or uncertainties arise, actual results could differ materially from those communicated in these forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, the forward-looking statements may be found in our filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including the “Risk Factors” section in our most recent annual report on Form 10-K. Forward-looking statements are as of the date on which they are made, and we assume no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement.

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Media Relations

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Investor Relations

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Source: The Allstate Corporation

FAQ

What were Allstate's estimated catastrophe losses for July 2022?

Allstate reported estimated catastrophe losses of $223 million for July 2022.

What rate actions has Allstate taken in 2022?

Allstate implemented 64 rate increases averaging approximately 9.0% since January 2022.

How much did Allstate's auto rate increases contribute in July 2022?

Auto rate increases contributed $240 million to Allstate in July 2022.

What factors contributed to Allstate's catastrophe losses in July?

The losses were primarily due to 12 events of wind and hail.

What is the company's stance on future rate actions?

Allstate plans to continue implementing significant rate actions in response to inflation.