Record Operating ROE
The company achieved an operating return on equity (ROE) of 18.7%, a record for the second quarter.
Strong Operating Earnings Growth
Operating earnings reached $4.35 per diluted share, with earnings growth of approximately 25% on an ex-CAT basis.
Improved Combined Ratio
The overall combined ratio improved by approximately 7 points year-over-year, and the ex-CAT combined ratio improved by 3 points.
Personal Lines Growth and Profitability
The Personal Lines segment achieved balanced growth and strong profitability, with net written premium growth driven by renewal price increases and rising new business activity.
Specialty Segment Performance
The Specialty segment achieved a net written premium growth of 4.6% and an impressive mid-80s combined ratio.
Investment Income Increase
Net investment income increased by 16.7% to $105.5 million.
Share Repurchase Program
The company repurchased approximately 295,000 shares of common stock totaling $48.2 million.