W. R. Berkley Q2 2023 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
W. R. Berkley Corporation reported excellent results for the second quarter of 2023, with an annualized return on equity of 21.1%. Premium growth accelerated, setting the pace for another record year. The company maintained rate momentum and reported a strong combined ratio, while net investment income grew significantly.
Return on equity and operating return on equity of 21.1% and 18.4%, respectively.
Net income doubles to $356.3 million.
Record net investment income of $245.2 million driven by core portfolio increase of 71.6%.
Record gross and net premiums written grew 9.3% and 8.7% to $3.3 billion and $2.8 billion, respectively.
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Forward Guidance
The Company has positive momentum as it heads into the second half of the year and is very optimistic about the remainder of 2023 and beyond.