International General Insurance (IGIC) 17th Annual Southwest IDEAS Conference summary
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17th Annual Southwest IDEAS Conference summary
21 Nov, 2025Company Background and Growth
Originated in Jordan in 2002 with $25 million capital, now at $700 million and 470-480 employees worldwide.
Expanded from a handful of lines to nearly 25 lines and sublines, with eight global offices.
Headquarters in Jordan, registered in Bermuda, with London as the underwriting center.
20+ years of steady growth, including recent CEO succession, acquisitions, and increased shareholder returns through dividends and repurchases.
Strong governance, ESG focus, and a culture of diversity and inclusion are central to operations and future planning.
Market Cycle Management and Strategy
Industry is highly cyclical, with cycles typically lasting 7-10 years; current cycle varies by segment.
Maintains discipline by shifting focus among reinsurance, short tail, and long tail lines based on market conditions.
Diversification across lines and geographies provides optionality and resilience.
Willing to shrink top line during soft markets to protect value and bottom line.
Well-positioned for growth in U.S., Asia Pacific, and MENA markets, leveraging local expertise and global presence.
Performance and Financial Management
Achieved $700 million in gross written premium for full year 2024, with a diversified portfolio across 25 lines of business and 8 global offices.
Maintained a 10-year average combined ratio of 87.0% and core ROE of 14.0%, reflecting consistent profitability.
Combined ratios in recent years have been in the mid to high 70s, with ROEs in the low to mid 20s, above long-term expectations.
Total assets reached $2.1 billion, with strong financial strength ratings and a stable outlook from major agencies.
Book value per share plus dividends has grown faster since going public, aided by buybacks and capital management.
Latest events from International General Insurance
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Q4 202525 Feb 2026 - Premium and book value growth offset higher losses, with strong ROE and disciplined underwriting.IGIC
Q2 20242 Feb 2026 - Net income hit $105.1M, book value per share up 18.6%, and combined ratio at 80.5%.IGIC
Q3 202416 Jan 2026 - Disciplined cycle management, diversification, and strong governance drive resilient long-term value.IGIC
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Q1 202521 Nov 2025 - Q3 2025 net income $33.5M, 76.5% combined ratio, and book value per share up 9.3%.IGIC
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