Employers Q4 Premiums Up 7% to $520M as Combined Ratio Improves to 89%
Employers Holdings reported Q4 net written premiums of $520 million, a 7% year-over-year increase, and achieved an 89% combined ratio. The board approved a $25 million share repurchase program and maintained its $0.27 per-share quarterly dividend.
1. Q4 Financial Results and Capital Allocation
In Q4, Employers Holdings reported net written premiums of $520 million, up 7% year-over-year, and net income of $68 million. The combined ratio improved to 89% on favorable loss reserving and expense controls. Management authorized a $25 million share repurchase and maintained the quarterly dividend at $0.27 per share, signaling confidence in the company’s capital position.