Strong Growth in Gross Written Premiums
IGI reported a 13% growth in gross written premiums, surpassing $206 million, primarily driven by the reinsurance segment, which grew by almost 44%.
Solid Combined Ratio Performance
The company achieved a combined ratio of 94.4%, reflecting resilience despite a challenging quarter with significant market losses.
Return to Shareholders
For the second consecutive year, IGI paid a special dividend of $0.85, returning a total of $43.5 million to shareholders during the first quarter.
Positive Prior Year Development
The company experienced favorable prior year development of $25.8 million, primarily driven by positive experience in the short-tail segment.
Investment Income Growth
Investment income increased by over 15% from Q1 2024, with fixed income securities generating $13.6 million at a yield of 4.3%.