Chubb Limited Stock Price, News & Analysis

On August 25, 2020, Chubb and the National Center for the Middle Market released the second-quarter Middle Market Indicator (MMI) report, indicating significant challenges faced by middle market companies amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The report revealed a sharp decline in economic confidence, with only 38% of executives reporting revenue growth in Q2, down from 73% in Q4 2019. Employment growth also fell to 24% from 48%, marking a worrying trend. Concerns about economic volatility and cybersecurity surged, underscoring the heightened risks in the current business landscape.

The Board of Directors of Chubb Limited (NYSE: CB) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.78 per share, scheduled for payment on October 9, 2020. Shareholders on record as of September 18, 2020 will be eligible for this dividend. This declaration marks the second installment approved by shareholders on May 20, 2020. The dividend payment will be sourced from legal reserves and conducted in US dollars.

Chubb Limited (NYSE: CB) announced John Lupica as President of North America Insurance, effective September 1. Lupica will oversee the company's general insurance business across the U.S., Canada, and Bermuda, including commercial P&C, personal lines, agriculture, and accident and health insurance. He will report to Chairman and CEO Evan Greenberg and Executive Vice Chairman John Keogh. Greenberg praised Lupica's leadership and track record in driving business growth across various sectors.

Chubb Limited (NYSE: CB) announced the appointment of Paul Krump as Vice Chairman of Global Underwriting and Claims, effective September 1. Krump will oversee underwriting policy and standards, enhancing global underwriting processes across Chubb's property and casualty insurance lines. He retains responsibilities for global claims and risk engineering, managing a team of over 5,000 professionals. Chubb’s leadership emphasized Krump's deep expertise and pivotal role in strengthening the company's underwriting excellence, crucial for its operational success.

Chubb has appointed Gina Rebollar as the Deputy General Counsel for Global Corporate Affairs. Rebollar succeeds Chris Kearns, who will consult until the end of 2020. With nearly 15 years of experience, including prior roles at Chubb from 2011 to 2019, she will oversee legal matters related to corporate finance, mergers, and asset management. This transition aims to provide continuity in corporate affairs as the company continues to navigate various significant matters. Chubb operates in 54 countries and is listed on the NYSE under the ticker CB.

Chubb, alongside the National Center for the Middle Market, has released a report highlighting critical challenges facing the life sciences sector. The report emphasizes five key themes: managing innovation, protecting supply chains, commercialization strategies, identifying risks, and navigating regulations. It notes that COVID-19 has intensified these challenges, especially regarding supply chain vulnerabilities and cybersecurity risks. Conducted in March 2020, the survey included insights from 400 life sciences companies, serving as a valuable resource for industry executives.

Chubb Limited has announced management changes in its Asia operations, specifically for its life and general insurance segments. Cunqiang Li has been appointed as Executive Deputy General Manager and Chief Strategy Officer of Huatai Insurance Group, which Chubb holds a 46.2% stake in and plans to increase to a majority ownership with an additional 7.1% purchase. Brad Bennett will take on the role of Chief Operating Officer of Chubb Life, leading operations across seven Asian markets. These changes are aimed at strengthening Chubb's presence in the growing Asian insurance market.

Chubb Limited (NYSE: CB) reported a net loss of $331 million for Q2 2020, significantly down from a net income of $1,150 million in Q2 2019. The core operating loss was $254 million. The company experienced a 1.4% increase in net premiums written, despite a COVID-19 related charge of $1.2 billion impacting earnings. Book value increased by 4.9% to $121.32 per share. The P&C combined ratio worsened to 112.3%, while underwriting losses were noted. Despite these challenges, Chubb remains focused on capitalizing on favorable underwriting conditions globally.