17th Annual Southwest IDEAS Conference
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International General Insurance (IGIC) 17th Annual Southwest IDEAS Conference summary

Event summary combining transcript, slides, and related documents.

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17th Annual Southwest IDEAS Conference summary

21 Nov, 2025

Company 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.

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