QBE profit jumps 21% on stronger underwriting and investment returns

The latest update is out from QBE Insurance Group Limited ( (AU:QBE) ).

QBE Insurance Group reported a 5% rise in insurance revenue to US$22.96 billion for 2025, with net profit after tax attributable to ordinary equity holders increasing 21% to US$2.16 billion. The statutory insurance operating result climbed to US$2.18 billion, aided by favourable catastrophe experience, although ex-cat claims were pressured by higher Accident & Health claims in North America, elevated large losses and business mix shifts.

Net investment income improved to US$1.68 billion, supported by strong risk asset performance and solid fixed income returns, and results included an US$18 million gain on the sale of the North American homeowners portfolio. QBE declared an interim and a largely unfranked final dividend, maintained its Dividend Reinvestment and Bonus Share Plans without discount and confirmed that the final payout will be 30% franked, signalling confidence in capital strength and offering continued income to shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:QBE) stock is a Buy with a A$22.90 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on QBE Insurance Group Limited stock, see the AU:QBE Stock Forecast page.

More about QBE Insurance Group Limited

QBE Insurance Group Limited is a global insurance and reinsurance provider headquartered in Sydney, Australia. The company focuses on general insurance lines, including property, casualty and specialty products, with significant operations across North America and other international markets.

Average Trading Volume: 3,033,049

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: A$29.84B

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