Improved Underwriting Performance
The company achieved a core combined ratio of 91% for 2024, marking a 2.4-point improvement versus the prior year, despite a 1.9-point increase in catastrophe losses.
Strong Financial Metrics
SiriusPoint reported a 14% improvement in underlying net income to approximately $300 million, and a 14.6% underlying return on equity, which is at the upper end of their target range.
Strategic Repurchases and Restructuring
The repurchase of CMIG's shares and warrants, along with other strategic transactions, increased book value per share by 4% and are expected to increase earnings per share by over 20%.
Continued Premium Growth
The continuing lines gross premiums written grew by 10%, with a 14% increase in insurance and services and a 5% increase in reinsurance.
Investment Income Outperformance
Net investment income for the full year was $304 million, slightly outperforming guidance due to elevated interest rates.
Improved Catastrophe Loss Management
Catastrophe losses were significantly reduced, with SiriusPoint moving from the highest quartile in 2022 to the lowest in 2024 among peers.