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Citizens, Inc. (NYSE: CIA) is a diversified financial services company that has been serving the life insurance needs of individuals in the United States since 1969 and internationally since 1975. The company operates through its various insurance subsidiaries including CICA Life Insurance Company of America ("CICA Life"), Citizens National Life Insurance Company ("CNLIC"), Security Plan Life Insurance Company ("SPLIC"), and Security Plan Fire Insurance Company ("SPFIC").
Citizens provides insurance benefits to residents in thirty-two U.S. states and more than seventy countries. The company’s primary sources of revenue are life insurance premiums from their two operating segments: the Life Insurance segment and the Home Service Insurance segment. The Life Insurance segment constitutes the majority of the company’s revenue. In addition to premiums, Citizens also generates income from its investment portfolio.
The company has recently been recognized by AM Best, a global credit rating agency specializing in the insurance industry. In July 2023, CICA Life Insurance Company of America was assigned a Financial Strength Rating of B++ (Good) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of bbb+ (Good), reflecting a stable outlook and the strength of its balance sheet.
Recent achievements and ongoing projects of Citizens include the successful introduction of new insurance products, which are experiencing significant demand and contributing to the persistent expansion of their customer base. The company has also been strategically moving its international business operations from Bermuda to Puerto Rico to better serve their global clientele.
Financially, Citizens has demonstrated resilience and growth. For example, in the second quarter of 2023, net income increased to $6.1 million, up from $2.5 million in the prior year quarter. Total revenues grew by 9% to $58.5 million, driven by increased premiums and net investment income. Moreover, the company maintains a positive cash flow from operations annually since 2004, showcasing its strong liquidity and financial health.
Citizens' customer-centric growth strategy focuses on addressing the evolving needs of its customers with innovative products tailored to their native languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, and Mandarin. The company continues to invest in enhancing its distribution capabilities and expanding its reach in both established and underserved markets.
Citizens, a diversified financial services company specializing in life, living benefits, and final expense insurance, announced its participation in two upcoming investor conferences. The Emerging Growth Virtual Conference will take place on June 13, 2024, where Citizens will present at 2:35 PM ET. The Sidoti Micro-Cap Virtual Conference is scheduled for August 15, 2024, where management will be available for one-on-one meetings and a fireside chat webcast at 11:30 AM ET. Both events will be webcast live and archived on Citizens' Investor Relations website for future viewing.
Citizens, Inc. reported strong first quarter financial results for 2024, showcasing record insurance issued, high revenue growth, and positive net cash flow. The company remains committed to sustainable growth and value creation for shareholders, with a focus on product innovation, sales expansion, and profitable development. Key highlights include a 3% revenue increase, $4.5 million net income, and significant growth in life and A&H premiums.
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