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Jun 30, 2021

W. R. Berkley Q2 2021 Earnings Report

W. R. Berkley Corporation reported outstanding results with net premium growth in excess of 27%, a combined ratio of 89.7%, and an annualized return on equity of 15%.

Key Takeaways

W. R. Berkley Corporation reported strong second quarter results with net premium growth of over 27%, a combined ratio of 89.7%, and an annualized return on equity of 15%. Rate increases outpaced loss costs, and the alternative investment portfolio delivered strong performance.

Net premiums written increased 27.2%.

The reported combined ratio was 89.7%.

Return on equity of 15.0%.

Record quarterly underwriting income of $202.2 million.

Total Revenue
$2.3B
Previous year: $1.94B
+18.6%
EPS
$0.52
Previous year: $0.03
+1633.3%
Gross Profit
$1.65B
Previous year: $1.36B
+21.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.79B
Previous year: $2.67B
-32.8%
Total Assets
$30.3B
Previous year: $27.3B
+10.9%

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W. R. Berkley Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

The combination of rate adequacy and an improving economy have created opportunities for profitable growth for the property casualty insurance market. The Company anticipates that these economic and market trends will continue to yield positive results for the foreseeable future.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income