Lancashire Holdings Ltd
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ISIN BMG5361W1047 / Valor 2362718
Lancashire Holdings Ltd
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About company
Lancashire Holdings Ltd is a Bermuda incorporated holding company with a primary focus on underwriting and constructing a balanced portfolio. The company was initially listed on the alternative investment market of the London Stock Exchange in 2005 and later obtained a secondary listing on the Bermuda Stock Exchange in 2007. Lancashire Holdings Ltd's common shares are traded on the main market of the London Stock Exchange and the company was included in the FTSE 250 Index in 2009. With its head office in Bermuda, Lancashire Holdings Ltd has maintained a consistent business model since its inception, emphasizing underwriting discipline and portfolio balance.
Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: FinanceLatest Results (11.10.2025):
Lancashire Holdings Ltd reported robust financial performance for the first half of 2025, achieving a profit after tax of $109.2 million. The company demonstrated growth in both gross premiums written and insurance revenue, reflecting its resilient business model amidst a challenging loss environment.
Gross Premiums Written Growth
Gross premiums written increased by 5.8% year-on-year to $1,356.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025. This growth was driven by new business in the reinsurance segment and strategic expansion within the insurance segment.
Insurance Revenue Increase
Insurance revenue rose by 8.9% year-on-year to $930.1 million, supported by a higher percentage of gross premiums earned and continued growth from prior underwriting years.
Strong Insurance Service Result and Combined Ratios
The insurance service result stood at $155.7 million with a discounted combined ratio of 87.4% and an undiscounted combined ratio of 97.8%, indicating effective underwriting performance despite significant loss events.
Profit After Tax and ROE Changes
The Group reported a profit after tax of $109.2 million, resulting in a change in diluted book value per share (ROE) of 7.6%. This reflects the company's ability to deliver attractive returns in a volatile market.
Investment Portfolio Returns
Total investment return reached 3.7%, including unrealised gains and losses. The conservative, short-duration investment portfolio remains well-positioned to limit downside risk in fluctuating markets.
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2060 M
Market cap (USD)
185,907
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6.54 / 6.45
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