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Genworth Financial, Inc. (symbol: GNW) is a prominent insurance holding company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with a rich history dating back to 1871. The company is committed to helping families achieve the dream of home ownership and manage the financial challenges that come with aging.
Genworth's core business operations are divided into three main segments: Enact, Life and Annuities, and Long-Term Care Insurance. These segments offer a diverse portfolio of products, including traditional life insurance, mortgage insurance, fixed annuities, and variable annuities. The Long-Term Care Insurance segment is the largest revenue generator for the company, highlighting its importance in Genworth's overall financial health.
Genworth’s products and services are distributed through various channels such as financial intermediaries, advisors, independent distributors, and sales specialists. This multi-channel approach ensures that a wide range of clients, from individuals to families, have access to the company's offerings.
In recent years, Genworth has focused on strengthening its market position through strategic partnerships and innovative products. The company continues to adapt to the evolving financial landscape, addressing the growing needs for mortgage insurance and effective long-term care solutions.
Genworth’s commitment to excellence is evident in its comprehensive approach to financial security, providing peace of mind to its customers. By maintaining a robust product portfolio and leveraging its historical expertise, Genworth remains a significant player in the insurance industry.
Genworth Financial, Inc. (NYSE: GNW) will release its first quarter earnings results on May 3, 2023, after market close. A conference call is scheduled for May 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. (ET) to discuss the results. Interested parties can access the earnings release, summary presentation, and financial supplement via the company's website.
Additionally, Genworth’s subsidiary Enact Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACT) will hold a conference call earlier on May 4, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. (ET) to discuss its quarterly results. Registration for the calls is encouraged at least 15 minutes prior.
Genworth Financial, Inc. (NYSE: GNW) announced a ratings upgrade from Moody's, with the company's senior unsecured debt rating for Genworth Holdings, Inc. raised to Ba1 from Ba2. This upgrade signifies a one-notch improvement and reflects Genworth's efforts in enhancing its financial standing. The outlook remains stable. CEO Tom McInerney expressed satisfaction with the upgrade, highlighting the company’s commitment to growth initiatives and shareholder returns. Notably, the Insurer Financial Strength ratings for Genworth’s life insurance subsidiaries were unaffected by this upgrade.
Genworth Financial, Inc. (NYSE: GNW) announced a credit rating upgrade from S&P Global Ratings, elevating its issuer credit ratings from B+ to BB-. The stable outlook reflects the company's improved liquidity and a robust balance sheet. CEO Tom McInerney indicated that this upgrade enhances financial flexibility, allowing for investment in growth initiatives and capital returns to shareholders. Notably, the financial strength ratings of Genworth’s life insurance subsidiaries remain unchanged. Additional insights can be found in the credit opinion published on February 16, 2023.
Genworth Financial reported a strong fourth quarter for 2022, with net income of $175 million, up from $163 million in Q4 2021. Adjusted operating income rose to $167 million compared to $164 million in the previous year. Full-year net income declined to $609 million from $904 million in 2021, while adjusted operating income fell from $765 million to $633 million. The Enact segment showed robust growth, with $120 million in adjusted operating income. The company returned $168 million to shareholders and executed $30 million in share repurchases. Genworth's Risk-Based Capital ratio stands at 290%, indicating strong financial health. The company aims to remove restrictions affecting Enact in early 2023.
Genworth Financial (NYSE: GNW) announced a leadership restructuring, separating the roles of Chief Financial Officer and Chief Investment Officer. Effective March, Dan Sheehan will transition out of his dual role, with Jerome Upton appointed as Executive Vice President and CFO, and Kelly Saltzgaber as Executive Vice President and CIO. Sheehan will assist in the transition until March 31, 2023. CEO Tom McInerney praised the leadership changes as beneficial for executing strategic priorities. Both Upton and Saltzgaber have been integral to Genworth’s financial transformation, with Upton recognized for his extensive finance experience and Saltzgaber for her investment management expertise.
Genworth Financial (NYSE: GNW) will release its fourth quarter earnings after market close on February 6, 2023. A conference call to discuss the results is scheduled for February 7, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. ET. Stakeholders can access the earnings report and financial supplement via the company's website at investor.genworth.com.
Additionally, Genworth's subsidiary, Enact Holdings (NASDAQ: ACT), will hold its earnings call on the same day at 8:00 a.m. ET.
AM Best upgraded the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (ICR) of Genworth Financial (NYSE: GNW) to 'b+' from 'b' and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of C++ for Genworth Life Insurance Company and Genworth Life Insurance Company of New York. The outlook for these ratings is stable. Conversely, Genworth Life and Annuity Insurance Company saw its FSR downgraded to B- from B due to a significant net loss of $179 million attributed to declining equity markets and increased mortality rates during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Genworth Financial reported a net income of $104 million for Q3 2022, down 67% from $314 million a year earlier. The adjusted operating income also fell 33% to $159 million. The company achieved its debt target of under $1 billion, successfully redeeming $152 million of its debt. Enact's adjusted operating income was $156 million, while U.S. Life Insurance posted $11 million. Notably, annual premium rate increases of $47 million were approved, enhancing net present value by $300 million. The risk-based capital ratio for U.S. life insurance is estimated at 285%.
Genworth Financial, Inc. (NYSE: GNW) will release its third quarter earnings after market close on November 1, 2022. A conference call to discuss the results is scheduled for November 2, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. ET. The earnings release, summary presentation, and financial supplement will be accessible on their website.
Additionally, Enact Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACT) will host its earnings call earlier the same day at 8:00 a.m. ET.
Genworth Financial (NYSE: GNW) mourns the loss of former board member William H. Bolinder, who passed away on September 29, 2022. Bolinder served on the Board from 2010 to 2019, contributing significantly as Chair of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. He was highly regarded for his financial services expertise and instrumental in shaping Genworth's direction. Bolinder previously held leadership roles at Acadia Trust and Zurich Financial Services Group, demonstrating a strong commitment to the company's success.
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