Erie Indemnity Co - ERIE STOCK NEWS

Erie Indemnity Company (NASDAQ: ERIE) will conduct a pre-recorded audio webcast on April 28, 2023, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss its first-quarter financial results. A press release detailing these results will be issued after market close on April 27, 2023. The audio will be accessible on the company's Investor Relations website, with a registration link available for those wishing to participate via phone. Erie Indemnity, based in Erie, Pennsylvania, is a significant player in the insurance sector, ranked as the 11th largest homeowners insurer and the 13th largest automobile insurer in the U.S. The company holds an A+ rating from A.M. Best and manages over 6 million policies across 12 states and Washington D.C.

On April 11, 2023, Erie Insurance highlighted the risks of distracted driving as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month begins. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 3,000 lives are lost annually due to distracted driving. A survey by Erie Insurance reveals that 56% of respondents plan to travel more than 100 miles this season, with 80% opting for car travel. The top driving distractions include:

• Things outside the window (rubbernecking)
• Passengers (44% admit distraction)
• Cell Phones (65% use while driving)
• Eating or drinking (23% males vs. 13% females)
• The radio or music (6% admit distraction)

Erie Insurance recommends spring maintenance for homeowners to recover from winter damage. Key tasks include: roof inspections for leaks and shingle damage, repairing ceiling stains caused by leaks, and checking windows and doors for damage. Homeowners should also reseal their driveways to prevent cracks, clean gutters to avoid blockages, and inspect outside faucets for water pressure issues. Erie Insurance emphasizes the importance of comprehensive homeowners insurance for financial protection. The company ranks 11th in U.S. homeowners insurance, covering over 6 million policies across 12 states.

Erie Insurance has achieved the top ranking in the 2023 J.D. Power U.S. Property Claims Satisfaction Study, scoring 912 out of 1,000, a significant 30-point increase from 2022. The company surpassed the industry average by 38 points and excelled in four key areas: settlement, claim servicing, first notice of loss, and estimation process. Erie Insurance's commitment to customer service is highlighted by its trained adjusters who support clients during difficult times. Founded in 1925, Erie is a leading insurer in the U.S., ranking 11th in homeowners insurance.

Erie Indemnity Company (NASDAQ: ERIE) reported a net income of $298.6 million for 2022, translating to $5.71 per diluted share, a slight increase from $297.9 million or $5.69 per diluted share in 2021. The fourth quarter saw net income rise to $65.5 million, $1.25 per diluted share, up from $55.0 million, or $1.05 per diluted share, in the same period last year. Operating income before taxes increased by 18.3% for the year, driven by a $174.7 million boost in management fee revenue from policy services. However, investment income plummeted significantly to $0.6 million compared to $67.3 million in 2021, largely due to losses in limited partnerships.

On February 23, 2023, Erie Indemnity Company (NASDAQ: ERIE) announced the postponement of its fourth quarter and year-end 2022 audio webcast, originally scheduled for February 24, 2023, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time. The new date for the earnings webcast is yet to be detailed. Erie Indemnity expects to file its financial results by March 1, 2023. As a Fortune 500 company and significant player in the U.S. insurance market, Erie Indemnity ranks as the 11th largest homeowners insurer and 13th largest automobile insurer, operating across 12 states plus the District of Columbia.