Assured Guaranty Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Assured Guaranty reported Q4 2024 net income of $18 million, or $0.35 per share, a sharp decline from Q4 2023. Adjusted operating income was $66 million, or $1.27 per share. The company saw lower net investment income and higher loss expenses, affecting profitability. Gross written premiums were $186 million for the quarter.
Net income declined to $18 million due to foreign exchange losses and lower fair value gains.
Adjusted operating income was $66 million, compared to $338 million in Q4 2023.
Gross written premiums increased to $186 million, driven by non-U.S. public finance.
Capital returned to shareholders totaled $107 million, including $91 million in share repurchases.
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Forward Guidance
Assured Guaranty expects continued volatility due to macroeconomic conditions but remains focused on disciplined capital allocation and market penetration.
Positive Outlook
- Strong demand in U.S. public finance market.
- Shareholder returns through buybacks and dividends remain a priority.
- Growing presence in non-U.S. public finance and structured finance.
- Operational discipline and expense management.
- Consistent performance in core insurance business.
Challenges Ahead
- Foreign exchange volatility impacting earnings.
- Declining fair value gains on trading securities.
- Higher loss expenses due to economic developments.
- Weaker investment income compared to prior year.
- Competitive pressures in structured finance sector.