Book value per share increased 16% year-to-date, inclusive of dividends, on an 82% combined ratio and double-digit net investment income growth.
Casualty and Surety segments posted 7% premium growth each, with Casualty combined ratio at 96.5% and Surety at 87.9%.
Net earnings on a GAAP basis were $1.34 per share versus $0.89 in Q2 2024, influenced by $44 million unrealized equity gains this quarter compared to $4 million last year.
Operating cash flow for Q2 was $175 million, up $33 million from last year, with a 2.9% total return for the quarter and strong first half performance.
Property segment premiums declined 10%, influenced by rate decreases in E&S Property, but Marine and Hawaii Homeowners products grew.
Second quarter operating earnings were $0.84 per share, supported by solid underwriting performance and a 16% increase in investment income.
The total combined ratio was 84.5%, up from 81.5% last year, reflecting modest increases in loss and expense ratios but still within expectations.
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