Strong Net Premiums Growth
Selective Insurance Group reported a 12% growth in net premiums written for the year, demonstrating solid progress in expanding their business.
Improvement in Underlying Combined Ratio
The company's underlying combined ratio improved by 90 basis points from 2023, reaching 89.4% for 2024, excluding catastrophe losses and prior year casualty development.
Excess and Surplus Lines Growth
The Excess and Surplus lines segment delivered a 29% growth, exceeding $500 million of net premiums written for the first time, with a combined ratio of 89.7%.
Investment Income Increase
After-tax net investment income rose 17% from 2023, reaching $363 million for the year, contributing significantly to the return on equity.
Strategic Initiatives and Market Expansion
Selective expanded its Standard Commercial Lines operating footprint by adding five states and repositioned Personal Lines while enhancing technology for Excess and Surplus lines.