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Cincinnati Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: CINF) is a leading property and casualty insurance provider operating through its flagship subsidiary, The Cincinnati Insurance Company. Since its establishment in 1950, Cincinnati Financial has grown to be one of the top 25 property casualty insurer groups in the United States based on net written premiums.
The company offers a comprehensive range of insurance products, including business, home, and auto insurance, marketed through a select group of independent insurance agencies across 39 states. Additionally, its subsidiary, The Cincinnati Life Insurance Company, provides life and disability income insurance as well as annuities in every state except New York.
Cincinnati Financial operates through multiple segments, including Commercial Lines Insurance, Personal Lines Insurance, Excess and Surplus Lines Insurance, Life Insurance, and Investments. The majority of revenue is generated through its commercial lines, followed by personal lines.
One of the company's core strengths is its empowered field representatives who live in the communities they serve. These representatives provide local services such as marketing support, claims service, loss control advice, and boiler inspections. Associates at the Fairfield, Ohio headquarters support field representatives with managerial, administrative, underwriting, and technical expertise.
Financially, Cincinnati Financial has shown resilience and growth. For example, in the third quarter of 2023, the company reported a significant rise in non-GAAP operating income driven by higher underwriting profits and a 17% increase in pretax investment income. The company continues to focus on disciplined growth through all market cycles, combining personal service with data-driven analytics to ensure profitability.
Recent financial highlights include:
- Underwriting profit of $112 million for the third quarter of 2023
- Combined ratio of 94.4% for the same period
- Book value per share increased to $67.72 as of September 30, 2023
- First-quarter 2024 net written premiums grew by 11%, with record new business of $346 million
Cincinnati Financial remains committed to creating long-term shareholder value through strategic investments, strong agency relationships, and exceptional customer service. The company's latest financial statements and investor communications can be accessed through their website at cinfin.com/investors.
Cincinnati Financial (Nasdaq: CINF) announced organizational changes effective January 1, 2025, to enhance its insurance operations structure. The company promoted Sean M. Givler to lead commercial/life insurance operations and Will Van Den Heuvel to head personal/specialty insurance operations. Both will report to President & CEO Stephen M. Spray.
Van Den Heuvel, who joined in 2014, has nearly tripled the company's personal lines net written premiums. Teresa C. Cracas, chief risk officer, will take on additional executive responsibilities including Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, and Policyholder Experience. The restructuring also includes the promotion of Chet H. Swisher to lead commercial lines operations and Scott A. Schuler to head personal lines operations.
Cincinnati Financial (CINF) announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.81 per share. The dividend will be paid on January 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of December 19, 2024. The company's CEO highlighted their successful execution of insurance business growth strategy, emphasizing their stability, financial strength, and strong agency relationships as factors supporting the dividend decision.
Cincinnati Financial (Nasdaq: CINF) announced the resignation of Thomas J. Aaron from its board of directors and affiliated companies' boards. The board has been reduced to 13 members. Aaron, who joined in 2019, served on the audit and compensation committees and as a director of U.S. insurance subsidiaries. His resignation is not due to any disagreements with company operations, policies, or practices. Aaron contributed his financial expertise to guide management in planning, risk management, investor relations, and capital management decisions.
Cincinnati Financial (CINF) reported strong third-quarter 2024 results with net income of $820 million ($5.20 per share), compared to a net loss of $99 million in Q3 2023. The company's non-GAAP operating income decreased 14% to $224 million ($1.42 per share). Key financial highlights include a 13% increase in earned premiums to $2,297 million, 15% growth in investment income to $258 million, and an 83% rise in total revenues to $3,320 million. Book value per share improved to $88.32, up $11.26 since year-end, with a value creation ratio of 17.8% for the first nine months of 2024.
Cincinnati Financial (Nasdaq: CINF) has announced its plans to release third-quarter 2024 results on Thursday, October 24, 2024, after the close of regular trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market. The company will hold a conference call to discuss these results on Friday, October 25, at 11 a.m. ET. Interested parties can access the call webcast by visiting investors.cinfin.com. A replay of the webcast will be available approximately two hours after the event concludes.
Cincinnati Financial (Nasdaq: CINF) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of 81 cents per share, payable on October 15, 2024, to shareholders of record as of September 17, 2024. This payment will mark 64 consecutive years of increasing annual cash dividends, a feat achieved by only seven other public companies in the U.S. President and CEO Stephen M. Spray expressed confidence in the company's capital strength and ability to deliver industry-leading operating performance through its insurance business. He believes this will continue to generate shareholder value through stock price appreciation and dividend payments in the future.
Cincinnati Financial (Nasdaq: CINF) reported its second-quarter 2024 results, showing a mixed financial performance. The company's net income decreased to $312 million ($1.98 per share) from $534 million ($3.38 per share) in Q2 2023, primarily due to a $235 million decrease in net investment gains. However, non-GAAP operating income increased by 7% to $204 million ($1.29 per share). Key highlights include:
- 11% increase in earned premiums to $2,156 million
- 10% growth in investment income to $242 million
- Book value per share rose to $81.79, up $4.73 since year-end
- 8.2% value creation ratio for the first six months of 2024
Despite the lower net income, the company showed resilience in its core operations and investment income growth.
Cincinnati Financial (Nasdaq: CINF) will release its second-quarter 2024 results on July 25, 2024, after the Nasdaq market closes.
A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for July 26, 2024, at 11 a.m. ET. Investors can access the webcast via the company's website, and a replay will be available two hours after the event concludes.
Cincinnati Financial (CINF) declared an 81-cents-per-share regular quarterly cash dividend at a recent board meeting. The dividend will be paid on July 15, 2024, to shareholders of record as of June 18, 2024. The company reaffirmed its commitment to profitable growth in the insurance business and returning capital to shareholders through dividends.
Cincinnati Financial held its annual meeting where shareholders elected all directors for one-year terms. Shareholders approved various resolutions, including executive compensation, stock plan, and auditor selection. The new board includes experienced members and committee assignments were announced.
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