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1 General information
The Hiscox Group, which is headquartered in Hamilton,
Bermuda, comprises Hiscox Ltd (the parent company, referred
to herein as the \u2018Company\u2019) and its subsidiaries (collectively,
the \u2018The Hiscox Group\u2019 or the \u2018Group\u2019). For the current period
the Group provided insurance and reinsurance services to its
clients worldwide. It has operations in Bermuda, UK, Europe,
Asia and USA and currently has over 3,000 staff.
The Company is registered and domiciled in Bermuda and its
ordinary shares are listed on the London Stock Exchange.
The address of its registered office is: Chesney House,
96 Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke HM 08, Bermuda.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfGeneralInformationAboutFinancialStatementsExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-355": { "value": "Bermuda", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DomicileOfEntity", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-356": { "value": "Bermuda", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:CountryOfIncorporation", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-357": { "value": "Hiscox Ltd", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:NameOfParentEntity", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-358": { "value": "Hiscox Ltd", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:NameOfReportingEntityOrOtherMeansOfIdentification", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-359": { "value": "Ltd", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:LegalFormOfEntity", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-360": { "value": "For the current period the Group provided insurance and reinsurance services to its clients worldwide.", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfNatureOfEntitysOperationsAndPrincipalActivities", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-361": { "value": "Bermuda, UK, Europe, Asia and USA", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:PrincipalPlaceOfBusiness", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-362": { "value": "Bermuda", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DomicileOfEntity", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-363": { "value": "Bermuda", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:CountryOfIncorporation", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-364": { "value": "Chesney House, 96 Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke HM 08, Bermuda.", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:AddressOfRegisteredOfficeOfEntity", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-365": { "value": "
2 Basis of preparation
The financial statements of the Group have been prepared
in\u00a0accordance with UK-adopted International Accounting
Standards, and Section 4.1 of the Disclosure and
Transparency Rules and the Listing Rules, both issued by
the\u00a0Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and in accordance
with\u00a0the provisions of the Bermuda Companies Act 1981.
The consolidated financial statements have been
prepared\u00a0under the historical cost convention, as modified
by\u00a0the revaluation of financial assets and financial liabilities
(including derivative instruments) at fair value through profit
or\u00a0loss.
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared on
a going concern basis. In adopting the going concern basis,
the Board has reviewed the Group\u2019s current and forecast
solvency and liquidity positions for the next 12 months and
beyond. As part of the consideration of the appropriateness of
adopting the going concern basis, the Directors use scenario
analysis and stress testing to assess the robustness of the
Group\u2019s solvency and liquidity positions. In undertaking this
analysis, no material uncertainty in relation to going concern
has been identified, due to the Group\u2019s strong capital and
liquidity positions providing resilience to shocks, underpinned
by the Group\u2019s approach to risk management described in
note 3. After making enquiries, the Directors have a reasonable
expectation that the Group has adequate resources to
continue in operational existence over a period of\u00a0at least
12\u00a0months from the date of this report. For this reason,
the\u00a0Group continues to adopt the going concern basis\u00a0in
preparing\u00a0the consolidated financial statements.
Items included in the financial statements of each of the
Group\u2019s entities are measured in the currency of the primary
economic environment in which that entity operates (the
functional currency). The consolidated financial statements
are\u00a0presented in US Dollars millions ($m) and rounded to the
nearest hundred thousand Dollars, unless otherwise stated.
The consolidated statement of financial position is presented
in\u00a0order of increasing liquidity. All amounts presented in the
income statement and statement of comprehensive income
relate to continuing operations.
The financial statements were approved for issue by the Board
of Directors on 26\u00a0February 2025.
2.1 Material accounting policies information
The principal accounting policies applied in the preparation
of\u00a0these consolidated financial statements are set out below.
The\u00a0most critical individual components of these financial
statements that involve the highest degree of judgement or
significant assumptions and estimations are identified in
note\u00a02.19. Except as described in section (a) below, the
accounting policies\u00a0adopted are consistent with those of
the\u00a0previous financial year.
(a) New accounting standards, interpretations and
amendments to published standards
The Group has not early adopted any other standard,
interpretation or amendment that has been issued but is not
yet effective. New standards, amendments to standards and
interpretations, as adopted by\u00a0the UK, that are effective for
annual periods beginning on\u00a01\u00a0January 2024 have been
applied in preparing these consolidated financial statements
and had no material impact on the Group.
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 16 Leases \u2013 Lease Liability in
a\u00a0Sale and Leaseback.
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 1 \u2013 Presentation of Financial
Statements \u2013 Classification of Liabilities as Current or
Non-Current and Non-Current Liabilities with Covenants.
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 7 \u2013 Statement of Cash Flows and
IFRS 7 \u2013 Financial Instruments: Disclosures \u2013 Supplier
Finance Arrangements.
(b) Future accounting developments
The following new standards, and amendments to standards,
are effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January
2025 and have not been applied in preparing these
consolidated financial statements:
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 \u2013 Sale or
Contribution of Assets between an Investor and its
Associate or Joint Venture (not yet endorsed, effective
date postponed indefinitely).
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 21 \u2013 The Effects of Changes in
Foreign Exchange Rates \u2013 Lack of Exchangeability
(endorsed, effective date 1 January 2025).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 9 \u2013 Financial Instruments and IFRS
7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures \u2013 Classification and
Measurement of Financial Instruments (not yet endorsed,
effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 1 \u2013 First-time Adoption of
International Financial Reporting Standards (not yet
endorsed, effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 7 \u2013 Financial Instruments:
Disclosures and its accompanying Guidance on
implementing IFRS 7 (not yet endorsed, effective
date\u00a01\u00a0January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 10 \u2013 Consolidated Financial
Statements (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02026).
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 7 \u2013 Statement of Cash Flows
(not\u00a0yet\u00a0endorsed, effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 IFRS 18 \u2013 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial
Statements (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02027).
\u2022 IFRS 19 \u2013 Subsidiaries without Public Accountability:
Disclosures (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02027).
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2.2 Basis of consolidation
(a) Subsidiaries
Subsidiaries are those entities controlled by the Group. Control
exists when the Group has power over an entity, exposure or
rights to variable returns from its involvement with the investee
and ability to use its power to affect those returns. The
consolidated financial statements include the assets, liabilities
and results of the Group up to 31 December each year.
The\u00a0financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the
consolidated financial statements only from the date that
control commences until the date that control ceases.
The Group applies the acquisition method to account for
business combinations. The consideration transferred for the
acquisition of a subsidiary is the fair value of the assets
transferred, the liabilities incurred to the former owners of the
acquiree and the equity interests issued by the Group. The
consideration transferred also includes the fair value of any
asset or liability resulting from a contingent consideration
arrangement. Identifiable assets acquired, liabilities and
contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are
measured initially at their fair values at the acquisition date. The
Group recognises any non-controlling interest in the acquiree
on an acquisition-by-acquisition basis, either at fair value or at
the non-controlling interest\u2019s proportionate share of the
recognised amounts of acquiree\u2019s identifiable net assets.
Transactions with non-controlling interests that do not result in
loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions \u2013 that
is, as transactions with the owners in their capacity as owners.
The difference between fair value of any consideration paid
and\u00a0the relevant share acquired of the carrying value of net
assets of the subsidiary is recorded in equity. Gains or
losses\u00a0on disposals to non-controlling interests are also
recorded in equity.
(b) Associates
Associates are those entities in which the Group has significant
influence, but not control, over the financial and operating
policies. Significant influence is generally identified with a
shareholding of between 20% and 50% of an entity\u2019s voting
rights. The consolidated financial statements include the
Group\u2019s share of the total recognised gains and losses of
associates on an equity-accounted basis from the date that
significant influence commences until the date that significant
influence ceases.
The Group\u2019s share of its associates\u2019 post-acquisition profits or
losses after tax is recognised in the income statement for each
period, and its share of the movement in the associates\u2019 net
assets is reflected in the investments\u2019 carrying values on the
statement of financial position. When the Group\u2019s share of
losses equals or exceeds the carrying amount of the associate,
the carrying amount is reduced to nil and recognition of further
losses is discontinued except to the extent that the Group has
incurred obligations in respect of the associate.
(c) Transactions eliminated on consolidation
Intragroup balances, transactions and any unrealised gains
arising from intragroup transactions are eliminated in preparing
the consolidated financial statements. Unrealised losses are
also eliminated unless the transaction provides evidence of an
impairment of the asset transferred. Foreign currency gains
and losses on intragroup monetary assets and liabilities may
not fully eliminate on consolidation when the intragroup
monetary item concerned is transacted between two Group
entities that have different functional currencies. Unrealised
gains arising from transactions with associates are eliminated
to the extent of the Group\u2019s interest in the entity. Unrealised
losses are eliminated in the same way as unrealised gains, but
only to the extent that there is no evidence of impairment.
2.3 Foreign currency translation
(a) Functional currency
Items included in the financial statements of each of the
Group\u2019s entities are measured using the currency of the
primary economic environment in which the entity operates (the
\u2018functional currency\u2019). Entities operating in France, Germany,
The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Ireland and Belgium have a
functional currency of Euros; those subsidiary entities operating
from the USA, Bermuda, Guernsey and Syndicates have a
functional currency of US Dollars with the exception of Hiscox
Ltd, a public company incorporated and domiciled in Bermuda
with a functional currency of Sterling. Functional currencies
of\u00a0entities operating in Asia include US Dollars, Singapore
Dollars and Thai Baht. All other entities have a functional
currency of Sterling.
(b) Transactions and balances
Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional
currency using the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of
the transactions. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting
from the settlement of such transactions and from the
retranslation at year-end exchange rates of monetary assets
and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised
in the income statement, except when deferred in equity as
IFRS 9 effective net investment hedges or when the underlying
balance is deemed to form part of the Group\u2019s net investment
in a subsidiary operation and is unlikely to be settled in the
foreseeable future. Non-monetary items carried at historical
cost are translated on the statement of financial position at
the\u00a0exchange rate prevailing on the original transaction
date.\u00a0Non-monetary items measured at fair value are
translated\u00a0using the exchange rate ruling when the fair
value\u00a0was determined.
(c) Group companies
The results and financial position of all the Group entities that
have a functional currency different from the presentation
currency are translated into the presentation currency
as\u00a0follows:
\u2022 assets and liabilities for each statement of financial
position presented are\u00a0translated at the closing rate at
the\u00a0end of the reporting period;
\u2022 income and expenses for each income statement are
translated at average exchange rates (unless this average
is not a reasonable approximation of the cumulative effect
of the rates prevailing on the transaction dates, in which
case income and expenses are translated at the date of
the transactions); and
\u2022 all resulting exchange differences are recognised as a
separate component of equity.
When a foreign operation is sold, such exchange differences
are recognised in the income statement as part of the gain, or
loss, on sale.
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2.4 Property, plant and equipment
Property, plant and equipment are stated at historical cost less
depreciation and any impairment loss. Historical cost includes
expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the
items. Subsequent costs are included in the asset\u2019s carrying
amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only
when it is probable that future economic benefits associated
with the item will flow to the Group and the cost of the item can
be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance items
are charged to the income statement during the financial
period in which they are incurred.
Land is not depreciated as it is deemed to have an indefinite
useful economic life. The cost of leasehold improvements is
amortised over the unexpired term of the underlying lease
or\u00a0the estimated useful life of the asset, whichever is
shorter.\u00a0Depreciation on other assets is calculated using
the\u00a0straight-line method to allocate their cost, less their
residual\u00a0values, over their estimated useful lives.
The rates applied are as follows:
\u2022 buildings20-50 years
\u2022 vehicles3 years
\u2022 leasehold improvements including
fixtures and fittings10-15 years
\u2022 furniture, fittings and equipment 3-15 years
The assets\u2019 residual values and useful lives are reviewed at the
end of the reporting period and adjusted if appropriate.
An asset\u2019s carrying amount is written down immediately to its
recoverable amount if the asset\u2019s carrying amount is greater
than its estimated recoverable amount. Gains and losses on
disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with the
carrying amount. These are included in the income statement.
2.5 Intangible assets
(a) Goodwill
Goodwill represents amounts arising on acquisition of
subsidiaries and associates. In respect of acquisitions that
have occurred since 1 January 2004, goodwill represents
the\u00a0excess of the fair value of consideration of an acquisition
over the fair value of the Group\u2019s share of the net identifiable
assets and contingent liabilities assumed of the acquired
subsidiary or associate at the acquisition date. In respect
of\u00a0acquisitions prior to 1 January 2004, goodwill is included
on\u00a0the basis of its deemed cost, which represents the
amount\u00a0recorded under previous generally accepted
accounting principles.
Goodwill on acquisition of subsidiaries is included in intangible
assets. Goodwill on acquisition of associates is included in
investments in associates.
Goodwill is not amortised but is tested at least annually
for\u00a0impairment and carried at cost, less accumulated
impairment losses.
Goodwill is allocated to the Group\u2019s cash-generating units
identified according to the smallest identifiable group of
assets\u00a0from which cash flows are generated that are largely
independent of the cash flows generated by other assets or
group of assets.
The impairment review process examines whether or not
the\u00a0carrying value of the goodwill attributable to individual
cash-generating units exceeds its recoverable amount.
Any\u00a0excess of goodwill over the recoverable amount arising
from the review process indicates impairment. Any impairment
charges are presented as part of operational expenses. Gains
and losses on the disposal of an entity include the carrying
amount of goodwill relating to the entity sold.
(b) Other intangible assets
Intangible assets acquired separately from a business are
carried initially at cost. An intangible asset acquired as part of a
business combination is recognised outside of goodwill if the
asset is separable or arises from contractual or other legal
rights and its fair value can be measured reliably. Customer
relationships, syndicate capacity and software acquired are
capitalised at cost, being the fair value of the consideration
paid. Software is capitalised on the basis of the costs incurred
to acquire and bring it into use. Intangible assets with indefinite
lives such as syndicate capacity are subsequently valued at
cost and are subject to annual impairment assessment.
Intangible assets with finite useful lives are consequently
carried at cost, less accumulated amortisation and impairment.
The useful life of the asset is reviewed annually. Any changes in
estimated useful lives are accounted for prospectively with the
effect of the change being recognised in the current and future
periods, if relevant.
Amortisation is calculated using the straight-line method to
allocate the cost over the estimated useful lives of the
intangible assets.
Subsequent expenditure on other intangible assets is
capitalised only when it increases the future economic benefits
embodied in the specific asset to which it relates. All other
expenditure is expensed as incurred.
Those intangible assets with finite lives are assessed for
indicators of impairment at each reporting date. Where there
is\u00a0an indication of impairment then a full impairment test is
performed. An impairment loss recognised for an intangible
asset in prior years should be reversed if, and only if, there
has\u00a0been a change in the estimates used to determine the
asset\u2019s recoverable amount since the last impairment loss
was\u00a0recognised.
2.6 Impairment of non-financial assets
Non-financial assets (such as goodwill, an intangible asset
or\u00a0item of property, plant and equipment) that have an
indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are
tested annually or whenever there is an indication of
impairment. Assets that are subject to amortisation are
reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in
circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not
be\u00a0recoverable.
Objective factors that are considered when determining
whether a non-financial asset or group of non-financial assets
may be impaired include, but are not limited to, the following:
\u2022 adverse economic, regulatory or environmental conditions
that may restrict future cash flows and asset usage
and/or recoverability;
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\u2022 the likelihood of accelerated obsolescence arising from
the development of new technologies and products; and
\u2022 the disintegration of the active market(s) to which the
asset is related.
An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the
asset\u2019s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The
recoverable amount is the higher of an asset\u2019s fair value less
costs to sell or value in use. For the purpose of assessing
impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which
there are separately identifiable cash flows (cash-generating
units). Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the
carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised
estimate of its recoverable amount, but only to the extent that
the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying
amount that would have been determined had no impairment
loss been recognised for the asset in prior periods. A reversal
of an impairment loss is recognised as income immediately.
Impairment losses recognised in respect of goodwill are not
subsequently reversed.
2.7 Financial assets and liabilities
The Group classifies its financial assets in the following
measurement categories, which depend on the business
model for managing the financial assets and the contractual
terms of the cash flows.
\u2022 Amortised cost: assets that are held for collection of
contractual cash flows, where those cash flows
represent\u00a0solely payments of principal and interest
(SPPI),\u00a0and that are not designated at fair value
through\u00a0profit or loss (FVPL), are measured at
amortised\u00a0cost. Interest income from these
financial\u00a0assets is included in interest income using
the\u00a0effective interest rate method. Such assets
held\u00a0by\u00a0the Group include cash and cash equivalents,
receivables from brokers, prepayments and accrued
income, receivables and accrued interest and
other\u00a0debtors.
\u2022 Fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI):
assets that are held for collection of contractual cash
flows and for selling the financial assets, and where
the\u00a0cash flows represent SPPI, and that are not
designated as FVPL, are measured at FVOCI.
Movements\u00a0in the carrying amount are taken through
OCI, except for the recognition of impairment gains
or\u00a0losses, interest revenue and foreign exchange
gains\u00a0and losses which are recognised in profit or
loss.\u00a0When the financial asset\u00a0is derecognised, the
cumulative gain or loss on the\u00a0instrument\u2019s amortised
cost previously recognised in\u00a0OCI\u00a0is reclassified from
equity to profit or loss. Interest\u00a0from these financial
assets\u00a0is included in interest\u00a0income using the
effective\u00a0interest rate method.\u00a0The Group does not
hold\u00a0any assets at FVOCI\u00a0as the business model
criteria\u00a0are not met.
\u2022 Fair value through profit or loss (FVPL): assets that
do\u00a0not\u00a0meet the criteria for amortised cost or
FVOCI\u00a0are\u00a0measured at FVPL. Assets can also be
designated\u00a0to\u00a0FVPL if in doing so it eliminates, or
significantly reduces, an accounting mismatch. The
gains\u00a0or losses\u00a0arising from\u00a0fair value changes on
assets\u00a0measured at FVPL are\u00a0recognised in profit or
loss\u00a0and presented within the investment result in the
period in which it arises. The Group\u2019s investment
assets\u00a0in this category include government bonds,
corporate bonds, asset and mortgage-backed
securities,\u00a0other fixed income holdings,\u00a0equities,
investment funds, private credit funds,\u00a0insurance-linked
funds and derivatives. All these\u00a0assets are at
FVPL\u00a0because of the business model\u00a0test and
the\u00a0characteristics of the associated contractual
cash\u00a0flows.\u00a0
(a) Recognition
The Group recognises a financial asset or a financial
liability\u00a0in\u00a0its statement of financial position when, and
only\u00a0when, it\u00a0becomes a party to the contractual
provisions\u00a0of\u00a0the instrument. At initial recognition, the
Group\u00a0measures a\u00a0financial asset at its fair value plus, in
the\u00a0case of a financial asset not at fair value through profit
or\u00a0loss, transaction costs that are incremental and directly
attributable to the acquisition or issue of the financial asset.
Transaction costs of financial assets carried at FVPL are
expensed in profit or loss.
(b) Impairment allowances
An expected credit loss (ECL) model is applicable for all assets
measured at amortised cost and FVOCI. The assessment of
credit risk and the estimation of an ECL are unbiased,
probability-weighted and incorporate all available information
relevant to the assessment, including information about past
events, current conditions and reasonable and supportable
forecasts of economic conditions at the reporting date. The
forward-looking aspect of IFRS 9 requires judgement as to
how changes in economic factors affect ECLs. Impairment
charges are recognised in the Income Statement within
operational expenses.
The ECL is a three-stage model based on forward-looking
information regarding changes in credit quality since inception.\u00a0
Credit risk is measured using a probability of default (PD);
exposure at default (EAD); and loss given default (LGD)
approach as follows.
\u2022 PD is an estimate of the likelihood of default of the asset.
\u2022 EAD is an estimate of the exposure at that future default
date, taking into account expected changes in the
exposure after the reporting date.
\u2022 LGD is an estimate of the loss arising in the case where
a\u00a0default occurs at a given time. It is based on the
difference between the contractual cash flows due and
those that the Group would expect to receive. It is usually
expressed as a percentage of the exposure at default.
The three stages of ECL are defined and assessed as follows.
\u2022 Stage 1 \u2013 no significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a 12-month PD.
\u2022 Stage 2 \u2013 a significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a lifetime PD.
\u2022 Stage 3 \u2013 credit impaired, ECL is calculated using a
lifetime PD.
A significant increase in credit risk is considered to have
incurred when payments are 30 days past due, or earlier if
other factors indicate the risk has increased significantly since
inception. Financial assets are written off when there is no
reasonable expectation of recovery on a case-by-case basis.
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(c) Derecognition
Financial assets are derecognised when the contractual
rights\u00a0to receive the cash flows from the financial assets
have\u00a0expired; or they have been transferred and the Group
transfers\u00a0substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership;
or\u00a0they have been transferred and the Group neither transfers
nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership
and the Group has not retained control. Any gain or loss
arising\u00a0from derecognition is recognised directly in the
income\u00a0statement. A financial liability is derecognised when
the\u00a0obligation under that liability is discharged, cancelled
or\u00a0expires.
(d) Investment income
The total gain/loss from financial assets carried at fair
value\u00a0through profit or loss (FVPL) is recognised in profit
or\u00a0loss\u00a0and\u00a0disclosed in the notes as investment income
comprising\u00a0interest received, realised gains/losses and
unrealised gains/losses.
(e) Financial liabilities
At initial recognition, the Group classifies a financial liability
at\u00a0fair value and subsequently at amortised cost using the
effective interest rate method. Financial liabilities mainly
include\u00a0payables to brokerage customers, short-term
borrowings, long-term borrowings and bonds payable.
When all or part of the current obligations of a financial liability
have been discharged, the Group derecognises the portion of
the financial liability or obligation that has been discharged. The
difference between the carrying amount of the derecognised
liability and the consideration is recognised in profit or loss.
Derivative financial liabilities are measured at fair value through
profit or loss. All the related realised and unrealised gains or
losses and transaction costs are recognised in profit or loss.
2.8 Cash and cash equivalents
The Group has classified cash deposits and short-term
highly-liquid investments as cash and cash equivalents.
These\u00a0assets are readily convertible into known amounts of
cash and are subject to inconsequential changes in value.
Cash equivalents are financial investments with less than
three\u00a0months to maturity at the date of acquisition.
2.9 Derivative financial instruments
Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date
on\u00a0which a derivative contract is entered into and are
subsequently valued at fair value at the end of the reporting
period. Fair values are obtained from quoted market values
and, if these are not available, valuation techniques including
option pricing models are used as appropriate. The method of
recognising the resulting gain or loss depends on whether the
derivative is designated as a hedging instrument and, if so, the
nature of the item being hedged. For derivatives not formally
designated as a hedging instrument, fair value changes are
recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.
Changes in the value of derivatives and other financial
instruments formally designated as hedges of net investments
in foreign operations are recognised in the currency translation
reserve to the extent they are effective; gains or losses relating
to the ineffective portion of the hedging instruments are
recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.
The Group had no derivative instruments designated for hedge
accounting during the current period and prior financial year.
2.10 Own shares
Where any Group company purchases the Parent Company\u2019s
equity share capital (own shares), the consideration paid,
including any directly attributable incremental costs (net of
income taxes) is deducted from equity attributable to the
Company\u2019s owners on consolidation. Where such shares are
subsequently sold, reissued or otherwise disposed of, any
consideration received is included in equity attributable to the
Company\u2019s owners, net of any directly attributable incremental
transaction costs and the related tax effects.
2.11 Insurance and reinsurance contracts
The accounting policy set out below is applicable to insurance
and reinsurance contracts that are issued by the Group
and\u00a0reinsurance contracts held by the Group unless
indicated\u00a0otherwise.
(a) Classification
Insurance contracts are defined as those containing significant
insurance risk. Significant insurance risk criteria are met if,
and\u00a0only if, an insured event could cause an insurer to make
significant additional payments in any scenario, excluding
scenarios that lack commercial substance, at the inception
of\u00a0the contract. Such contracts remain insurance contracts
until all rights and obligations are extinguished or expire.
The Group issues short-term casualty and property
(re)insurance contracts in the normal course of business,
under\u00a0which it accepts significant insurance risk from its
policyholders. The Group also enters into ceded reinsurance
contracts with reinsurers under which the Group transfers
significant insurance risk to reinsurers and is compensated
for\u00a0claims on contracts issued by the Group.
(b) Separating components
The Group assesses its insurance and reinsurance products
to\u00a0determine whether they contain distinct components which
must be accounted for under another IFRS instead of under
IFRS 17. After separating any distinct components, the Group
applies IFRS 17 to all remaining components of the (host)
insurance contract. Currently, the Group\u2019s products do not
include any distinct components that require separation.
Some reinsurance contracts issued contain profit commission
arrangements. Under these arrangements, there is a
guaranteed minimum amount that the policyholder will always
receive \u2013 either in the form of profit commission, or as claims,
or another contractual payment irrespective of the insured
event happening. The guaranteed minimum amounts have
been assessed to be highly interrelated with the insurance
component of the reinsurance contracts and are, therefore,
non-distinct investment components which are not accounted
for separately. However, receipts and payments of these
investment components are excluded from insurance revenue
and expenses.
(c) Level of aggregation
Insurance contracts are aggregated into groups for
measurement purposes. The level of aggregation for the Group
is determined firstly by grouping contracts into portfolios which,
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with some limited exceptions, are set as the reserving classes
of each legal entity. Portfolios comprise groups of contracts
with similar risks which are managed together. Portfolios are
further divided based on expected profitability at inception
into\u00a0three categories: onerous contracts, contracts with no
significant risk of becoming onerous, and the remainder.
No\u00a0group for level of aggregation purposes may contain
contracts issued more than one year apart. The grouping
of\u00a0contracts is not subsequently reconsidered.
A group of insurance contracts is considered to be onerous
at\u00a0initial recognition if the fulfilment cash flows allocated to
that\u00a0group of contracts in total are a net outflow. That is if
the\u00a0present value of expected claims, attributable expenses
and\u00a0risk adjustment exceeds the premium.
Portfolios of reinsurance contracts held are assessed
for\u00a0aggregation separately from portfolios of insurance
contracts\u00a0issued. Reinsurance contracts held cannot
be\u00a0onerous.
(d) Recognition and derecognition
Groups of insurance contracts issued are initially recognised
from the earliest of the following:
\u2022 the beginning of the coverage period;
\u2022 the date when the first payment from the policyholder
is\u00a0due, or actually received if there is no due date; and
\u2022 when the Group determines that a group of contracts
becomes onerous.
Insurance contracts acquired in a business combination
within\u00a0the scope of IFRS 3 Business Combinations or a
portfolio transfer are accounted for as if they were entered
into\u00a0at the\u00a0date of acquisition or transfer.
Reinsurance contracts held are recognised as follows:
\u2022 a group of reinsurance contracts held that provide
proportionate coverage is recognised at the later of
the\u00a0following dates (unless underlying contracts are
onerous, in which case earlier recognition is required):
o the beginning of the coverage period of the
group;\u00a0and
o the initial recognition of any underlying
insurance\u00a0contract;
\u2022 all other groups of reinsurance contracts held are
recognised from the beginning of the coverage period
of\u00a0the group of reinsurance contracts held; unless the
Group entered into the reinsurance contract held at
or\u00a0before the date when an onerous group of
underlying\u00a0contracts is recognised prior to the
beginning\u00a0of the coverage period of the group of
reinsurance contracts\u00a0held, in which case the
reinsurance\u00a0contract\u00a0held is recognised at the same
time\u00a0as\u00a0the\u00a0group\u00a0of underlying insurance contracts
is\u00a0recognised.
Only contracts that individually meet the recognition criteria
by\u00a0the end of the reporting period are included in the
groups.\u00a0When contracts meet the recognition criteria in
the\u00a0groups after\u00a0the reporting date, they are added to
the\u00a0groups in the reporting period in which they meet the
recognition criteria. The\u00a0composition of the groups is not
reassessed in subsequent periods.
An insurance contract is derecognised when it is:
\u2022 extinguished (that is, when the obligation specified in
the\u00a0insurance contract expires or is discharged or
cancelled); or
\u2022 the contract is modified such that the modification results
in a change in the measurement model (for example, the
general measurement model (GMM)) or the applicable
standard for measuring a component of the contract,
substantially changes the contract boundary, or requires
the modified contracts to be included in a different group.
When a modification is not treated as a derecognition,
the\u00a0Group recognises amounts paid or received for the
modification of the contract as an adjustment to the
relevant\u00a0liability or asset for remaining coverage.
When a group of insurance contracts is derecognised,
adjustments to remove related rights and obligations result
in\u00a0the following amounts being charged immediately to
consolidated income statement:
\u2022 if the contract is extinguished, any net difference
between\u00a0the derecognised part of the liability for
remaining coverage (LRC) of the original contract and
any\u00a0other cash flows arising from extinguishment;
\u2022 if the contract is transferred to the third party, any net
difference between the derecognised part of the LRC
of\u00a0the original contract and the premium charged by
the\u00a0third party; or
\u2022 if the original contract is modified resulting in its
derecognition, any net difference between the
derecognised part of the LRC and the hypothetical
premium that the entity would have charged if it had
entered into a contract with equivalent terms as the new
contract at the date of the contract modification, less
any\u00a0additional premium charged for the modification.
(e) Contract boundary
The Group uses the concept of contract boundary to
determine what cash flows should be considered in the
measurement of groups of insurance contracts. Cash flows
are\u00a0within the boundary of an insurance contract if they
arise\u00a0from substantive rights and obligations that exist during
the reporting period in which the Group can compel the
policyholder to pay the premiums, or in which the Group has a
substantive obligation to provide the policyholder with services.
A substantive obligation to provide services ends when:
\u2022 the Group has the practical ability to reassess the risks of
the particular policyholder and, as a result, can set a price
or level of benefits that fully reflects those risks; or
\u2022 both of the following criteria are satisfied:
o the Group has the practical ability to reassess the
risks of the portfolio of insurance contracts that
contain the contract and, as a result, can set a
price\u00a0or level of benefits that fully reflects the risk
of\u00a0that portfolio;
o the pricing of the premiums for coverage up to the
date when the risks are reassessed does not take
into account the risks that relate to periods after the
reassessment date.
A liability or asset relating to expected premiums or claims
outside the boundary of the insurance contract is not
recognised. Such amounts relate to future insurance contracts.
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(f) Measurement \u2013 premium allocation approach
Initial measurement
The Group applies the premium allocation approach (PAA)
to\u00a0the majority of the insurance contracts that it issues and
reinsurance contracts that it holds, because:
\u2022 the coverage period of each contract in the group is
one\u00a0year or less; or
\u2022 for contracts longer than one year, the Group has
modelled possible future scenarios and reasonably
expects that the measurement of the LRC for the
group\u00a0containing those contracts under the PAA does
not differ materially from the measurement that would
be\u00a0produced applying the general model.
For insurance contracts issued, on initial recognition, the Group
measures the LRC as the amount of premiums received, less
any acquisition cash flows paid and any amounts arising from
the derecognition of the insurance acquisition cash flows asset
and the derecognition of any other relevant pre-recognition
cash flows.
For reinsurance contracts held, on initial recognition, the
Group\u00a0measures assets for the remaining coverage at the
amount of ceding premiums paid, plus broker fees paid to a
party other than the reinsurer and any amounts arising from the
derecognition of any other relevant pre-recognition cash flows.
For insurance contracts issued, insurance acquisition cash
flows allocated to a group are recognised over the coverage
period of contracts in the group. For reinsurance contracts
held, broker fees are recognised over the coverage period
of\u00a0contracts in a group.
Subsequent measurement
For insurance contracts issued, at each of the subsequent
reporting dates, the LRC is:
\u2022 increased for premiums received in the period;
\u2022 decreased for insurance acquisition cash flows paid
in\u00a0the\u00a0period;
\u2022 decreased for the amounts of expected premium
receipts\u00a0recognised as insurance revenue for the
services\u00a0provided in the period;
\u2022 increased for the amortisation of insurance acquisition
cash flows in the period recognised as insurance
service\u00a0expenses; and
\u2022 decreased for any investment component paid or
transferred to the liability for incurred claims.
For reinsurance contracts held, at each of the subsequent
reporting dates, the remaining coverage is:
\u2022 increased for ceding premiums paid in the period;
\u2022 increased for broker fees paid in the period;
\u2022 decreased for the expected amounts of ceding premiums
and broker fees recognised as reinsurance expenses for
the services received in the period; and
\u2022 decreased for any investment component paid or
transferred to the reinsurance assets for incurred claims.
The Group does not adjust the LRC for insurance contracts
issued or the remaining coverage for reinsurance contracts
held for the effect of the time value of money, because
associated premiums are due within one year of the coverage
period. The Group only adjusts the remaining coverage for
reinsurance contracts held for the time value of money in
relation to the legacy portfolio transactions (LPT) that were
held,\u00a0as the associated premiums are not due within one year
of the coverage period.
The Group estimates the liability for incurred claims (LIC) as the
fulfilment cash flows related to incurred claims. The fulfilment
cash flows incorporate, in an unbiased way, all reasonable and
supportable information available without undue cost or effort
about the amount, timing and uncertainty of those future
cash\u00a0flows.
If facts and circumstances indicate that a group of insurance
contracts measured under the PAA is onerous on initial
recognition or has become onerous subsequently, the Group
increases the carrying amount of the LRC, recognising a loss
component, to the amounts of the excess of the fulfilment cash
flows that relate to the remaining coverage of the group of
contracts, over the carrying amount of the LRC of the group.
The amount of such an increase is recognised in insurance
service expenses. Subsequently, the loss component is
amortised over the coverage period of the group of contracts.
When a loss is recognised on initial recognition of an onerous
group of underlying insurance contracts or on addition of
onerous underlying insurance contracts to that group, the
carrying amount of the reinsurance asset for remaining
coverage for reinsurance contracts held measured under the
PAA is increased by the amount of expected recoveries that
will be in the consolidated income statement and a loss
recovery component is established or adjusted for that
amount. The loss recovery component is calculated by
multiplying the loss component recognised on underlying
insurance contracts by the percentage of claims on underlying
insurance contracts that the Group expects to recover from the
reinsurance contracts held that are entered into before or at
the same time as the loss is recognised on the underlying
insurance contracts. When underlying insurance contracts that
are reinsured are included in the same group as insurance
contracts issued that are not reinsured, the Group applies a
systematic and rational method of allocation to determine the
portion of losses that relates to underlying insurance contracts.
(g) Insurance revenue
The insurance revenue for the period is the amount of
expected premium receipts (excluding any investment
component) allocated to the period. The Group allocates
the\u00a0expected premium receipts to each period of insurance
contract services on the basis of the passage of time. But if the
expected pattern of release of risk during the coverage period
differs significantly from the passage of time, for example a
group of contracts that is exposed to large natural catastrophe
risk concentrated in the first or second half of the year, then
the\u00a0allocation is made on the basis of the expected timing of
incurred insurance service expenses.
Changes to the basis of allocation are accounted for
prospectively as a change in accounting estimate.
(h) Insurance service expenses
Insurance service expenses include the following:
\u2022 incurred claims, excluding investment components
reduced by loss component allocations;
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\u2022 other incurred directly attributable expenses;
\u2022 insurance acquisition cash flows amortisation using the
pattern that is consistent with the insurance revenue;
\u2022 changes that relate to past service;
\u2022 changes that relate to future service;
\u2022 insurance acquisition cash flows assets impairment; and
\u2022 mandatory reinstatement premiums.
Other expenses not meeting the above categories are
included\u00a0in other operating expenses in the consolidated
income statement.
(i) Allocation of reinsurance premiums
The allocation of reinsurance premiums includes reinsurance
premiums and other incurred directly attributable expenses.
Reinsurance premium and expenses are recognised similarly
to\u00a0insurance revenue. The amount of reinsurance expenses
recognised in the reporting period depicts the transfer of
received insurance contract services at an amount that reflects
the portion of ceding premiums that the Group expects to pay
in exchange for those services. Additionally, broker fees and
ceding commissions that are not contingent on claims of the
underlying contracts issued reduce ceding premiums and are
accounted for as part of reinsurance premiums.
In addition, the allocation of reinsurance premiums also
includes changes in the reinsurance assets arising from
retroactive reinsurance contracts held and voluntary
reinstatement ceded premiums.
(j) Amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims
The amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred
claims\u00a0include:
\u2022 incurred claims recoveries, excluding
investment\u00a0components;
\u2022 loss-recovery component allocations;
\u2022 changes that relate to past service;
\u2022 effect of changes in the risk of reinsurers\u2019
non-performance;
\u2022 amounts relating to accounting for onerous groups
of\u00a0underlying insurance contracts issued;
\u2022 ceding commissions that are contingent on claims
of\u00a0the\u00a0underlying contracts issued reduce incurred
claims\u00a0recovery; and
\u2022 mandatory reinstatement ceded premiums.\u00a0
(k) Insurance finance income or expenses
Insurance finance income or expenses comprise the change
in\u00a0the carrying amount of the group of insurance contracts
arising from:
\u2022 the effect of the time value of money and changes in
the\u00a0time value of money. This mainly comprises interest
accreted on the LIC and interest unwind on the assets
for\u00a0incurred claims (AIC); and
\u2022 the effect of financial risk and changes in financial risk.
This mainly includes the effect of changes in interest
rates\u00a0(for example, discount rates).
The Group does not disaggregate changes in the risk
adjustment for non-financial risk between insurance service
result and insurance finance income or expenses. The change
in the risk adjustment is entirely presented as part of the
insurance service result.
Foreign exchange gains and losses continue to be presented
in\u00a0the net other foreign exchange (losses)/gains line item.
2.12 Taxation
Current tax, including corporation tax and foreign tax, is
provided at amounts expected to be paid (or recovered) using
the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively
enacted by the end of the reporting period. A provision is
recognised for those matters for which the tax determination is
uncertain but it is considered probable that there will be a
future outflow of funds to a tax authority. The provisions are
measured at the best estimate of the amount expected to
become payable. The assessment is based on the judgement
of tax professionals within the Group supported by previous
experience in respect of such activities and in certain cases
based on advice sought from specialist tax advisors.
Deferred tax is provided in full, using the liability method, on
temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets
and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial
statements. However, if the deferred income tax arises from
initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction other
than a business combination that at the time of the transaction
affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss, it is
not\u00a0recognised. With the exception of deferred tax related to
top-up income taxes arising from tax law enacted to implement
Pillar Two legislation, deferred tax is determined using tax rates
and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by
the end of the reporting period and are expected to apply
when the related deferred tax asset is realised or the deferred
tax liability is settled. Deferred tax assets are recognised to
the\u00a0extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be
available against which the temporary differences can be
utilised. Deferred tax is provided on temporary differences
arising on investments in subsidiaries and associates, except
where the Group controls the timing of the reversal of the
temporary difference and it is probable that the temporary
difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future.
2.13 Employee benefits
(a) Pension obligations
The Group has defined contribution and defined benefit
pension schemes. The defined benefit scheme closed to
future\u00a0accrual with effect from 31 December 2006 and
active\u00a0members were offered membership of the defined
contribution scheme from 1 January 2007. A defined
contribution plan is a pension plan under which the Group
pays\u00a0fixed contributions into a separate entity and has no
further obligation beyond the agreed contribution rate. A
defined benefit plan is a pension plan that defines an amount
of\u00a0pension benefit that an employee will receive on retirement,
usually dependent on one\u00a0or more factors such as age, years
of service and compensation.
For defined contribution plans, the Group pays contributions
to\u00a0publicly or privately administered pension insurance plans
on\u00a0a contractual basis. The contributions are recognised as
an\u00a0employee benefit expense when they are due. Prepaid
contributions are recognised as an asset to the extent that
a\u00a0cash refund or a reduction in future payments is available.
The amount recognised on the statement of financial position
in respect of defined benefit pension plans is the present value
of the defined benefit obligation at the end of the reporting
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period, less the fair value of plan assets. The calculation of the
defined benefit obligation is performed annually by a qualified
actuary using the projected unit method. As the plan is closed
to all future benefit accruals, each participant\u2019s benefits under
the plan are based on their service to the date of closure or
earlier leaving date and their final pensionable earnings.
The\u00a0service cost is the expected administration cost during
the\u00a0year. Past\u00a0service costs are recognised immediately in
the\u00a0income\u00a0statement.
Remeasurements of the net defined benefit liability, which
comprise actuarial gains and losses, the return on plan assets
(excluding interest) and the effect of the asset ceiling (if any),
are recognised immediately in other comprehensive income.
The Group determines the net interest expense (income) on
the\u00a0net defined benefit liability (asset) for the period by applying
the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit
obligation at the beginning of the annual period to the then
net\u00a0defined benefit liability (asset), taking into account any
changes in the net defined benefit liability (asset) during the
period as a result of contributions and benefit payments.
Net\u00a0interest expense and other expenses related to defined
benefit\u00a0plans are recognised in the income statement
through\u00a0operating expenses.
To the extent that a surplus emerges on the defined benefit
obligation, it is only recognisable as an asset when it is
probable that future economic benefits will be recovered
by\u00a0the\u00a0Group.
(b) Other long-term employee benefits
The Group provides sabbatical leave to employees on
completion of every five years\u2019 service. The present value
of\u00a0the\u00a0expected costs of these benefits is accrued over
the\u00a0period\u00a0of employment. In determining this liability,
consideration is given to future increases in salary
levels,\u00a0experience with employee departures and
periods\u00a0of\u00a0service.
(c) Share-based compensation
The Group operates equity settled share-based
employee\u00a0compensation plans. These include the share
option\u00a0schemes,\u00a0and the Group\u2019s Performance Share
Plans,\u00a0outlined\u00a0in the Directors\u2019 remuneration report,
together\u00a0with\u00a0the\u00a0Group\u2019s Save As You Earn (SAYE)
schemes.\u00a0The\u00a0fair\u00a0value\u00a0of the employee services
received,\u00a0measured\u00a0at\u00a0grant\u00a0date, in exchange for the
grant\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0awards is recognised as\u00a0an expense, with
the\u00a0corresponding credit being\u00a0recorded in\u00a0retained
earnings\u00a0within equity. The total\u00a0amount to be expensed
over\u00a0the\u00a0vesting period is determined\u00a0by reference to the
fair\u00a0value\u00a0of\u00a0the awards granted, excluding the impact of
any\u00a0non-market vesting conditions (for example, profitability
or\u00a0net asset growth\u00a0targets). Non-market vesting conditions
are\u00a0included\u00a0in\u00a0assumptions about the number of awards
that\u00a0are\u00a0expected\u00a0to become exercisable. At the end of
the\u00a0reporting period, the Group revises its estimates of
the\u00a0number of awards that are expected to vest.
The Group recognises the impact of the revision of
original\u00a0estimates, if any, in the income statement, and
a\u00a0corresponding adjustment to equity, in periods in
which\u00a0the\u00a0estimates are revised.
When the terms and conditions of an equity settled
share-based employee compensation plan are modified,
and\u00a0the expense to be recognised increases as a result of the
modification, then the increase is recognised evenly over the
remaining vesting period. When a modification reduces the
expense to be recognised, there is no adjustment recognised
and the pre-modification expense continues to be applied.
The\u00a0proceeds received net of any directly attributable
transaction costs are credited to share capital and
share\u00a0premium when the options are exercised.
(d) Termination benefits
Termination benefits are payable when employment is
terminated before the normal retirement date, or whenever
an\u00a0employee accepts voluntary redundancy in exchange for
these\u00a0benefits. The Group recognises termination benefits
when it is demonstrably committed to either: terminating the
employment of current employees according to a detailed
formal plan without possibility of withdrawal; or providing
termination benefits as a result of an offer made to encourage
voluntary redundancy.
(e) Profit sharing and bonus plans
The Group recognises a liability and an expense for bonuses
and profit sharing, based on a formula that takes into
consideration the profit attributable to the Company\u2019s
shareholders after certain adjustments. The Group
recognises\u00a0a provision where a contractual obligation to
employees exists, or where there is a past practice that
has\u00a0created a constructive obligation.
2.14 Finance costs
Finance costs consist of interest charges accruing on the
Group\u2019s borrowings and bank overdrafts together with
commission fees charged in respect of Letters of Credit
and\u00a0interest in respect of lease liabilities and funds withheld.
Arrangement fees in respect of financing arrangements are
charged over the life of the related facilities.
2.15 Leases
(a) Hiscox as lessee
The Group recognises right-of-use assets at the
commencement date of the lease (for example, the date the
underlying asset is available for use). Right-of-use assets are
measured at cost, less any accumulated depreciation and
impairment losses, and adjusted for any remeasurement of
lease liabilities. The cost of right-of-use assets includes the
amount of lease liabilities recognised, initial direct costs
incurred, and lease payments made at or before the
commencement date, less any lease incentives received.
Unless the Group is reasonably certain to obtain ownership of
the leased asset at the end of the lease term, the recognised
right-of-use assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over
the shorter of their estimated useful life and the lease term.
Right-of-use assets are subject to impairment. Right-of-use
assets are presented on the statement of financial position as
\u2018property, plant and equipment\u2019.
At the commencement date of the lease, the Group recognises
lease liabilities measured at the present value of lease
payments to be made over the lease term. The lease payments
include fixed payments less any lease incentives receivable,
variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate, and
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amounts expected to be paid under residual value guarantees.
The lease payments also include the exercise price of a
purchase option reasonably certain to be exercised by the
Group and payments of penalties for terminating a lease, if
the\u00a0lease term reflects the Group exercising the option to
terminate. The variable lease payments that do not depend
on\u00a0an index or a rate are recognised as an expense in the
period in which the event or condition that triggers the
payment\u00a0occurs. Lease liabilities are included in \u2018trade and
other payables\u2019 on the statement of financial position.
In calculating the present value of lease payments, the
Group\u00a0uses the incremental borrowing rate at the lease
commencement date if the interest rate implicit in the lease is
not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the
amount of lease liabilities is increased to reflect the accretion of
interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition,
the carrying amount of lease liabilities is remeasured if there is
a modification that is not accounted for as a separate lease:
future lease payments that are linked to a rate or index, a
change in the lease term, a change in the in-substance fixed
lease payments, a change in the assessment to purchase the
underlying asset or a change in the amounts expected to be
payable under a residual value guarantee.
The Group applies the short-term lease recognition exemption
to its applicable short-term leases. It also applies the low-value
assets recognition exemption to leases of office equipment that
are considered of low value. Lease payments on short-term
leases and leases of low-value assets are recognised as an
expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
(b) Hiscox as lessor
Rental income from operating leases is recognised on
a\u00a0straight-line basis over the term of the relevant
contractual\u00a0agreement.
2.16 Dividend distribution
Dividend distribution to the Company\u2019s shareholders is
recognised as a liability in the Group\u2019s financial statements
in\u00a0the period in which the dividends are approved.
2.17 Operations held for sale
Assets and liabilities held for disposal as part of operations
which are held for sale are shown separately in the
consolidated statement of financial position. Operations
held\u00a0for sale are recorded at the lower of their carrying
amount\u00a0and their fair value less the estimated selling costs.
2.18 Provisions and contingent liabilities
Provisions are recognised when there is a present legal or
constructive obligation as a result of a past event that can be
measured reliably, and it is probable that an outflow of
economic benefits will be required to settle that obligation.
The amount recorded as a provision is the best estimate
of\u00a0the\u00a0expenditure required to settle the present obligation
at\u00a0the\u00a0end of the reporting period. Discounting is applied
to\u00a0the\u00a0provision where the effect of the time value of
money\u00a0is\u00a0material. Provisions are not recognised for
future operating losses. A provision for restructuring is
recognised\u00a0when the Group\u00a0has\u00a0approved a detailed
and\u00a0formal restructuring plan\u00a0and the\u00a0restructuring has
either\u00a0commenced or has\u00a0been\u00a0announced\u00a0publicly.
A provision for onerous contracts is recognised when the
expected benefits to be derived by the Group from the
contracts are less than the related unavoidable cost of
meeting\u00a0its obligations under the contract.
A provision for a termination payment is recognised when the
Group has a demonstrable commitment to either terminate
the\u00a0employment of an employee or group of employees
before\u00a0the\u00a0normal retirement date, or to provide termination
benefits as a result of an offer made in order to encourage
voluntary\u00a0redundancy.
Where the Group expects a provision to be reimbursed, for
example under an insurance contract, the reimbursement is
recognised as a separate asset but only when the
reimbursement is virtually certain.
Contingent liabilities are disclosed if there is a possible future
obligation as a result of a past event, or if there is a present
obligation as a result of a past event but either a payment is
not probable or the amount cannot be reasonably estimated.
2.19 Use of significant accounting judgements, estimates
and assumptions
The preparation of financial statements requires the Group to
select accounting policies and make judgements (other than
those involving estimations) that have a significant impact on
the amounts recognised and to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets,
liabilities, income and expenses in the consolidated
financial\u00a0statements.
The Audit Committee reviews the reasonableness of critical
judgements, estimates and assumptions applied and the
appropriateness of material accounting policies information.
The significant issues considered by the Committee in the
year\u00a0are included within the Audit Committee report on pages
110 to 112.
Significant accounting judgements
The following accounting policies are the critical judgements,
apart from those involving estimations (which are presented
separately below), that the Directors have made in the process
of applying the Group's accounting policies and that have the
most significant impact on the amounts recognised in the
consolidated financial statements.
\u2022 Consolidation: assessment of whether the Group controls
or has significant influence over an underlying entity, for
example, the treatment of insurance-linked securities
funds including consideration of its decision-making
authority and its rights to the variable returns from
the\u00a0entity.
\u2022 Financial investments: classification and measurement
of\u00a0investments including the application of the fair
value\u00a0option.
(a) Liability for incurred claims
The ultimate cost of outstanding claims is estimated by using a
range of standard actuarial claims projection techniques. The
Group relies on actuarial analysis to estimate the settlement
cost of future claims. Via a formal governed process, there is
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close communication between the actuaries and other key
stakeholders, such as the underwriters, claims and finance
teams when setting and validating the assumptions. The main
assumption underlying these techniques is that a Group\u2019s past
claims development experience can be used to project future
claims development and hence ultimate claims costs. These
methods extrapolate the development of paid and incurred
losses, average costs per claim (including claims handling costs),
and claim numbers based on the observed development of
earlier years and expected loss ratios. Historical claims
development is mainly analysed by accident years, but can also
be further analysed by geographical area, as well as by significant
business lines and claim types. In most cases, no explicit
assumptions are made regarding future rates of claims inflation
or loss ratios. Instead, the assumptions used are those implicit in
the historical claims development data on which the projections
are based. Additional qualitative judgement is used to assess the
extent to which past trends may not apply in future (for example,
to reflect one-off occurrences, changes in external or market
factors such as public attitudes to claiming, economic conditions,
levels of claims inflation, judicial decisions and legislation, as well
as internal factors such as portfolio mix, policy features and
claims\u00a0handling procedures) in order to arrive at the estimated
ultimate cost of claims that present the probability-weighted
expected value outcome from the range of possible outcomes,
taking account of all the uncertainties involved.
(b) Premium allocation approach eligibility assessment
A simplified measurement model, the PAA, can be applied if
certain eligibility criteria are met. The majority of the Group\u2019s
policies have a coverage period of 12 months or less and so
are eligible for the PAA. Management applies significant
judgement whether applying PAA to those groups of
contracts\u00a0differ materially from general measurement model
(GMM) with a coverage period\u00a0extending beyond 12 months.
Significant accounting estimates
The key assumptions concerning the future, and other key
sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting period that
may have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment
to\u00a0the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the
next\u00a0financial year, are discussed below.
All estimates are based on management\u2019s knowledge of
current facts and circumstances, assumptions based on
that\u00a0knowledge and their predictions of future events. Actual
results may differ from those estimates, possibly significantly.
Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the
period\u00a0in which the estimate is revised and in any future
periods affected.
The most critical estimate included within the consolidated
statement of financial position is the measurement of insurance
contract liabilities and reinsurance contract assets, and in
particular the estimate of the liability for incurred claims (LIC).
The total gross estimate of LIC as at 31\u00a0December 2024 is
$6,040.7 million (2023: $6,249.6\u00a0million). The total estimate for
reinsurance asset for incurred claims as at 31\u00a0December 2024
is $2,046.5 million (2023:\u00a0$2,217.1 million).
Insurance and reinsurance contracts
In applying IFRS 17 measurement requirements, the following
inputs and methods were used that include significant
estimates. The present value of future cash flows is
estimated\u00a0using deterministic scenarios. The assumptions
used\u00a0in the deterministic scenarios are derived to approximate
the probability-weighted mean of a full range of scenarios.
For\u00a0the sensitivities with regard to the assumptions made
that\u00a0have the most significant impact on measurement under
IFRS 17 please refer to note 3 management of risk.
(a) Discount rates
Insurance contract liabilities are calculated by discounting
expected future cash flows at a risk-free rate, plus an illiquidity
premium where applicable. Risk-free rates were derived using
swap rates available in the market denominated in the same
currency as the insurance contracts being measured. When
swap rates are not available, highly liquid sovereign bonds with
the highest (for example, AAA/AA) credit rating were used.
Management uses judgement to assess liquidity characteristics
of the liability cash flows. The illiquidity premium was estimated
based on market observable liquidity premiums in financial
assets, adjusted to reflect the illiquidity characteristics of the
liability cash flows. The illiquidity premium is determined by
reference to market observable AA-rated bonds yield curve
in\u00a0the currency of the insurance contract being measured,
adjusted to remove both expected and unexpected credit risk.
The following discount rates were applied for the currencies
and periods presented below:
Year end 31 December 2024
1 year
3 year
5 year
%
%
%
USD
4.27
4.18
4.24
GBP
4.68
4.40
4.35
EUR
2.46
2.35
2.49
CAD
2.96
2.88
2.98
Year end 31 December 2023
1 year
3 year
5 year
%
%
%
USD
4.83
3.92
3.74
GBP
4.97
4.12
3.82
EUR
3.49
2.75
2.65
CAD
4.63
3.69
3.39
(b) Estimates of future cash flows to fulfil insurance contracts
Included in the measurement of each group of contracts within
the scope of IFRS 17 are all of the future cash flows within the
boundary of each group of contracts. The estimates of these
future cash flows are based on probability-weighted expected
future cash flows. The Group estimates which cash flows are
expected and the probability that they will occur as at the
measurement date. In setting these expectations, the Group
uses information about past events, current conditions and
forecasts of future conditions. The Group\u2019s estimate of
future\u00a0cash flows is the mean of a range of scenarios that
reflect the\u00a0full range of possible outcomes. Each scenario
specifies\u00a0the amount, timing and probability of cash flows.
The\u00a0probability-weighted average of the future cash flows is
calculated using a deterministic scenario representing the
probability-weighted mean of a range of scenarios.
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Where estimates of expenses-related cash flows are determined
at the portfolio level or higher, they are allocated\u00a0to\u00a0groups of
contracts on a systematic basis, such as\u00a0activity-based costing
method. The Group has determined that this method results in
a\u00a0systematic and rational allocation. Similar methods are
consistently applied to allocate expenses of a similar nature.
Acquisition cash flows are typically allocated to groups of
contracts based on gross premiums written. This\u00a0includes an
allocation of acquisition cash flows among existing\u00a0groups of
insurance contracts issued. Claims settlement-related expenses
are largely allocated based on\u00a0claims costs.
Uncertainty in the estimation of future claims and benefit
payments arises primarily from the severity and frequency
of\u00a0claims and uncertainties regarding future inflation rates
leading to claims and claims-handling expenses growth.
Assumptions used to develop estimates about future cash
flows are reassessed at each reporting date and adjusted
where required.
(c) Risk adjustment for non-financial risk
The risk adjustment for non-financial risk is the compensation
that the Group requires for bearing the uncertainty about the
amount and timing of the cash flows of groups of insurance
contracts. The risk adjustment reflects an amount that an
insurer would charge to make it indifferent between the cash
flows with a range of probable scenarios versus equivalent
fixed cash flows.
To determine the risk adjustment for non-financial risk for
reinsurance contracts, the Group applies a combination
of\u00a0a\u00a0value at risk (VaR) (or a percentile) approach and a
scenario-based approach, both gross and net of reinsurance,
and derives the amount of risk being transferred to the
reinsurer as the difference between the two results. Most
business is measured under the PAA model and therefore
the\u00a0Group does not calculate a risk adjustment in relation
to\u00a0LRC excluding loss component.
The Group calculates the risk adjustment for incurred
claims\u00a0liabilities at each insurance undertaking entity level in
accordance with its risk profile using a combination of the VaR
method and scenario analysis, targeting an overall confidence
level range for the aggregate risk distribution. Scenario analysis
is used to determine the level of compensation that the Group
requires for bearing uncertainty for qualitative risks not
captured in the risk distribution and large event-driven claims,
such as natural catastrophes. Given the nature of the
underlying business and losses it is normal for new risks to
become apparent or for the magnitude of existing risks to
change over time. The risk adjustment in its entirety is judged
to provide adequate compensation for the risk in the reserves.
Group diversification benefit is not considered at the
individual\u00a0insurance undertaking entity level but is considered
in\u00a0determining the confidence level at a consolidated level
for\u00a0disclosure purposes. At 31\u00a0December 2024, the risk
adjustment in respect of the LIC net of reinsurance is at
the\u00a083rd percentile (2023: 83rd percentile).
(d) Fair value measurement
The Group carries its financial investments at fair value through
profit or loss, with fair values determined using published price
quotations in the most active financial markets in which the
assets trade, where available. Where quoted market prices are
not available, valuation techniques are used to value financial
instruments. These include third-party valuation reports and
models utilising both observable and unobservable market
inputs. Valuation techniques involve judgement, including the
use of valuation models and their inputs, which can lead to a
range of plausible valuations for financial investments. Note
3.3(a) discusses the reliability of the Group\u2019s fair values.
(e) Employee benefit
The employee retirement benefit scheme obligations are
calculated and valued with reference to a number of actuarial
assumptions including mortality, inflation rates and discount
rate, many of which have been subject to recent volatility.
This\u00a0complex set of economic variables can have a significant
impact on the financial statements, as shown in note 24.
(f) Tax
The Group operates in a multinational environment, and
legislation concerning the determination of taxation of assets
and liabilities is complex and continually evolving. In preparing
the financial statements, the Group applies significant
judgements in identifying uncertainties over tax treatments
and\u00a0in the measurement of the provision being the best estimate
of the amount expected to become payable. The assessment is
based on the judgement of tax professionals within the Group
supported by previous experience in respect of such activities
and based on advice sought from specialist tax advisors.
A deferred tax asset can be recognised only to the extent
that\u00a0it\u00a0is recoverable. The recoverability of deferred tax assets\u00a0in
respect of carry forward losses requires consideration\u00a0of the
future levels of taxable profit in the Group.\u00a0In preparing the
Group\u2019s financial statements, management estimates taxation
assets and liabilities after taking appropriate professional advice,
as shown in note 22. Significant estimates and assumptions
used in the valuation of\u00a0deferred tax relate to the forecast
taxable profits, taking into account the Group\u2019s financial and
strategic plans. See note 23 for further details of adjustments
made to deferred tax during the year.
The determination and finalisation of agreed taxation assets
and liabilities may not occur until several years after the
reporting date and consequently the final amounts payable
or\u00a0receivable may differ from those presented in these
financial\u00a0statements.
2.20 Reporting of alternative performance measures
The Directors consider that the combined, claims and expense
ratio measures reported in respect of operating segments and
the Group overall in note 4, net asset value per share and return
on equity measures disclosed in notes 5 and 6 and prior-year
developments disclosed in note 20, provide useful information
regarding the underlying performance of the Group\u2019s businesses.
These measures are widely recognised by the insurance industry
and are consistent with the internal performance measures
reviewed by senior management including the chief\u00a0operating
decision-maker. However, these measures are\u00a0not defined
within the accounting standards and interpretations, and
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The financial statements of the Group have been prepared
in\u00a0accordance with UK-adopted International Accounting
Standards, and Section 4.1 of the Disclosure and
Transparency Rules and the Listing Rules, both issued by
the\u00a0Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and in accordance
with\u00a0the provisions of the Bermuda Companies Act 1981.
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The consolidated financial statements have been prepared on
a going concern basis. In adopting the going concern basis,
the Board has reviewed the Group\u2019s current and forecast
solvency and liquidity positions for the next 12 months and
beyond. As part of the consideration of the appropriateness of
adopting the going concern basis, the Directors use scenario
analysis and stress testing to assess the robustness of the
Group\u2019s solvency and liquidity positions. In undertaking this
analysis, no material uncertainty in relation to going concern
has been identified, due to the Group\u2019s strong capital and
liquidity positions providing resilience to shocks, underpinned
by the Group\u2019s approach to risk management described in
note 3. After making enquiries, the Directors have a reasonable
expectation that the Group has adequate resources to
continue in operational existence over a period of\u00a0at least
12\u00a0months from the date of this report. For this reason,
the\u00a0Group continues to adopt the going concern basis\u00a0in
preparing\u00a0the consolidated financial statements.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfGoingConcernExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-368": { "value": "
2.1 Material accounting policies information
The principal accounting policies applied in the preparation
of\u00a0these consolidated financial statements are set out below.
The\u00a0most critical individual components of these financial
statements that involve the highest degree of judgement or
significant assumptions and estimations are identified in
note\u00a02.19. Except as described in section (a) below, the
accounting policies\u00a0adopted are consistent with those of
the\u00a0previous financial year.
(a) New accounting standards, interpretations and
amendments to published standards
The Group has not early adopted any other standard,
interpretation or amendment that has been issued but is not
yet effective. New standards, amendments to standards and
interpretations, as adopted by\u00a0the UK, that are effective for
annual periods beginning on\u00a01\u00a0January 2024 have been
applied in preparing these consolidated financial statements
and had no material impact on the Group.
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 16 Leases \u2013 Lease Liability in
a\u00a0Sale and Leaseback.
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 1 \u2013 Presentation of Financial
Statements \u2013 Classification of Liabilities as Current or
Non-Current and Non-Current Liabilities with Covenants.
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 7 \u2013 Statement of Cash Flows and
IFRS 7 \u2013 Financial Instruments: Disclosures \u2013 Supplier
Finance Arrangements.
(b) Future accounting developments
The following new standards, and amendments to standards,
are effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January
2025 and have not been applied in preparing these
consolidated financial statements:
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 \u2013 Sale or
Contribution of Assets between an Investor and its
Associate or Joint Venture (not yet endorsed, effective
date postponed indefinitely).
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 21 \u2013 The Effects of Changes in
Foreign Exchange Rates \u2013 Lack of Exchangeability
(endorsed, effective date 1 January 2025).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 9 \u2013 Financial Instruments and IFRS
7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures \u2013 Classification and
Measurement of Financial Instruments (not yet endorsed,
effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 1 \u2013 First-time Adoption of
International Financial Reporting Standards (not yet
endorsed, effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 7 \u2013 Financial Instruments:
Disclosures and its accompanying Guidance on
implementing IFRS 7 (not yet endorsed, effective
date\u00a01\u00a0January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 10 \u2013 Consolidated Financial
Statements (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02026).
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 7 \u2013 Statement of Cash Flows
(not\u00a0yet\u00a0endorsed, effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 IFRS 18 \u2013 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial
Statements (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02027).
\u2022 IFRS 19 \u2013 Subsidiaries without Public Accountability:
Disclosures (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02027).
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2.2 Basis of consolidation
(a) Subsidiaries
Subsidiaries are those entities controlled by the Group. Control
exists when the Group has power over an entity, exposure or
rights to variable returns from its involvement with the investee
and ability to use its power to affect those returns. The
consolidated financial statements include the assets, liabilities
and results of the Group up to 31 December each year.
The\u00a0financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the
consolidated financial statements only from the date that
control commences until the date that control ceases.
The Group applies the acquisition method to account for
business combinations. The consideration transferred for the
acquisition of a subsidiary is the fair value of the assets
transferred, the liabilities incurred to the former owners of the
acquiree and the equity interests issued by the Group. The
consideration transferred also includes the fair value of any
asset or liability resulting from a contingent consideration
arrangement. Identifiable assets acquired, liabilities and
contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are
measured initially at their fair values at the acquisition date. The
Group recognises any non-controlling interest in the acquiree
on an acquisition-by-acquisition basis, either at fair value or at
the non-controlling interest\u2019s proportionate share of the
recognised amounts of acquiree\u2019s identifiable net assets.
Transactions with non-controlling interests that do not result in
loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions \u2013 that
is, as transactions with the owners in their capacity as owners.
The difference between fair value of any consideration paid
and\u00a0the relevant share acquired of the carrying value of net
assets of the subsidiary is recorded in equity. Gains or
losses\u00a0on disposals to non-controlling interests are also
recorded in equity.
(b) Associates
Associates are those entities in which the Group has significant
influence, but not control, over the financial and operating
policies. Significant influence is generally identified with a
shareholding of between 20% and 50% of an entity\u2019s voting
rights. The consolidated financial statements include the
Group\u2019s share of the total recognised gains and losses of
associates on an equity-accounted basis from the date that
significant influence commences until the date that significant
influence ceases.
The Group\u2019s share of its associates\u2019 post-acquisition profits or
losses after tax is recognised in the income statement for each
period, and its share of the movement in the associates\u2019 net
assets is reflected in the investments\u2019 carrying values on the
statement of financial position. When the Group\u2019s share of
losses equals or exceeds the carrying amount of the associate,
the carrying amount is reduced to nil and recognition of further
losses is discontinued except to the extent that the Group has
incurred obligations in respect of the associate.
(c) Transactions eliminated on consolidation
Intragroup balances, transactions and any unrealised gains
arising from intragroup transactions are eliminated in preparing
the consolidated financial statements. Unrealised losses are
also eliminated unless the transaction provides evidence of an
impairment of the asset transferred. Foreign currency gains
and losses on intragroup monetary assets and liabilities may
not fully eliminate on consolidation when the intragroup
monetary item concerned is transacted between two Group
entities that have different functional currencies. Unrealised
gains arising from transactions with associates are eliminated
to the extent of the Group\u2019s interest in the entity. Unrealised
losses are eliminated in the same way as unrealised gains, but
only to the extent that there is no evidence of impairment.
2.3 Foreign currency translation
(a) Functional currency
Items included in the financial statements of each of the
Group\u2019s entities are measured using the currency of the
primary economic environment in which the entity operates (the
\u2018functional currency\u2019). Entities operating in France, Germany,
The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Ireland and Belgium have a
functional currency of Euros; those subsidiary entities operating
from the USA, Bermuda, Guernsey and Syndicates have a
functional currency of US Dollars with the exception of Hiscox
Ltd, a public company incorporated and domiciled in Bermuda
with a functional currency of Sterling. Functional currencies
of\u00a0entities operating in Asia include US Dollars, Singapore
Dollars and Thai Baht. All other entities have a functional
currency of Sterling.
(b) Transactions and balances
Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional
currency using the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of
the transactions. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting
from the settlement of such transactions and from the
retranslation at year-end exchange rates of monetary assets
and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised
in the income statement, except when deferred in equity as
IFRS 9 effective net investment hedges or when the underlying
balance is deemed to form part of the Group\u2019s net investment
in a subsidiary operation and is unlikely to be settled in the
foreseeable future. Non-monetary items carried at historical
cost are translated on the statement of financial position at
the\u00a0exchange rate prevailing on the original transaction
date.\u00a0Non-monetary items measured at fair value are
translated\u00a0using the exchange rate ruling when the fair
value\u00a0was determined.
(c) Group companies
The results and financial position of all the Group entities that
have a functional currency different from the presentation
currency are translated into the presentation currency
as\u00a0follows:
\u2022 assets and liabilities for each statement of financial
position presented are\u00a0translated at the closing rate at
the\u00a0end of the reporting period;
\u2022 income and expenses for each income statement are
translated at average exchange rates (unless this average
is not a reasonable approximation of the cumulative effect
of the rates prevailing on the transaction dates, in which
case income and expenses are translated at the date of
the transactions); and
\u2022 all resulting exchange differences are recognised as a
separate component of equity.
When a foreign operation is sold, such exchange differences
are recognised in the income statement as part of the gain, or
loss, on sale.
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2.4 Property, plant and equipment
Property, plant and equipment are stated at historical cost less
depreciation and any impairment loss. Historical cost includes
expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the
items. Subsequent costs are included in the asset\u2019s carrying
amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only
when it is probable that future economic benefits associated
with the item will flow to the Group and the cost of the item can
be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance items
are charged to the income statement during the financial
period in which they are incurred.
Land is not depreciated as it is deemed to have an indefinite
useful economic life. The cost of leasehold improvements is
amortised over the unexpired term of the underlying lease
or\u00a0the estimated useful life of the asset, whichever is
shorter.\u00a0Depreciation on other assets is calculated using
the\u00a0straight-line method to allocate their cost, less their
residual\u00a0values, over their estimated useful lives.
The rates applied are as follows:
\u2022 buildings20-50 years
\u2022 vehicles3 years
\u2022 leasehold improvements including
fixtures and fittings10-15 years
\u2022 furniture, fittings and equipment 3-15 years
The assets\u2019 residual values and useful lives are reviewed at the
end of the reporting period and adjusted if appropriate.
An asset\u2019s carrying amount is written down immediately to its
recoverable amount if the asset\u2019s carrying amount is greater
than its estimated recoverable amount. Gains and losses on
disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with the
carrying amount. These are included in the income statement.
2.5 Intangible assets
(a) Goodwill
Goodwill represents amounts arising on acquisition of
subsidiaries and associates. In respect of acquisitions that
have occurred since 1 January 2004, goodwill represents
the\u00a0excess of the fair value of consideration of an acquisition
over the fair value of the Group\u2019s share of the net identifiable
assets and contingent liabilities assumed of the acquired
subsidiary or associate at the acquisition date. In respect
of\u00a0acquisitions prior to 1 January 2004, goodwill is included
on\u00a0the basis of its deemed cost, which represents the
amount\u00a0recorded under previous generally accepted
accounting principles.
Goodwill on acquisition of subsidiaries is included in intangible
assets. Goodwill on acquisition of associates is included in
investments in associates.
Goodwill is not amortised but is tested at least annually
for\u00a0impairment and carried at cost, less accumulated
impairment losses.
Goodwill is allocated to the Group\u2019s cash-generating units
identified according to the smallest identifiable group of
assets\u00a0from which cash flows are generated that are largely
independent of the cash flows generated by other assets or
group of assets.
The impairment review process examines whether or not
the\u00a0carrying value of the goodwill attributable to individual
cash-generating units exceeds its recoverable amount.
Any\u00a0excess of goodwill over the recoverable amount arising
from the review process indicates impairment. Any impairment
charges are presented as part of operational expenses. Gains
and losses on the disposal of an entity include the carrying
amount of goodwill relating to the entity sold.
(b) Other intangible assets
Intangible assets acquired separately from a business are
carried initially at cost. An intangible asset acquired as part of a
business combination is recognised outside of goodwill if the
asset is separable or arises from contractual or other legal
rights and its fair value can be measured reliably. Customer
relationships, syndicate capacity and software acquired are
capitalised at cost, being the fair value of the consideration
paid. Software is capitalised on the basis of the costs incurred
to acquire and bring it into use. Intangible assets with indefinite
lives such as syndicate capacity are subsequently valued at
cost and are subject to annual impairment assessment.
Intangible assets with finite useful lives are consequently
carried at cost, less accumulated amortisation and impairment.
The useful life of the asset is reviewed annually. Any changes in
estimated useful lives are accounted for prospectively with the
effect of the change being recognised in the current and future
periods, if relevant.
Amortisation is calculated using the straight-line method to
allocate the cost over the estimated useful lives of the
intangible assets.
Subsequent expenditure on other intangible assets is
capitalised only when it increases the future economic benefits
embodied in the specific asset to which it relates. All other
expenditure is expensed as incurred.
Those intangible assets with finite lives are assessed for
indicators of impairment at each reporting date. Where there
is\u00a0an indication of impairment then a full impairment test is
performed. An impairment loss recognised for an intangible
asset in prior years should be reversed if, and only if, there
has\u00a0been a change in the estimates used to determine the
asset\u2019s recoverable amount since the last impairment loss
was\u00a0recognised.
2.6 Impairment of non-financial assets
Non-financial assets (such as goodwill, an intangible asset
or\u00a0item of property, plant and equipment) that have an
indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are
tested annually or whenever there is an indication of
impairment. Assets that are subject to amortisation are
reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in
circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not
be\u00a0recoverable.
Objective factors that are considered when determining
whether a non-financial asset or group of non-financial assets
may be impaired include, but are not limited to, the following:
\u2022 adverse economic, regulatory or environmental conditions
that may restrict future cash flows and asset usage
and/or recoverability;
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\u2022 the likelihood of accelerated obsolescence arising from
the development of new technologies and products; and
\u2022 the disintegration of the active market(s) to which the
asset is related.
An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the
asset\u2019s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The
recoverable amount is the higher of an asset\u2019s fair value less
costs to sell or value in use. For the purpose of assessing
impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which
there are separately identifiable cash flows (cash-generating
units). Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the
carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised
estimate of its recoverable amount, but only to the extent that
the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying
amount that would have been determined had no impairment
loss been recognised for the asset in prior periods. A reversal
of an impairment loss is recognised as income immediately.
Impairment losses recognised in respect of goodwill are not
subsequently reversed.
2.7 Financial assets and liabilities
The Group classifies its financial assets in the following
measurement categories, which depend on the business
model for managing the financial assets and the contractual
terms of the cash flows.
\u2022 Amortised cost: assets that are held for collection of
contractual cash flows, where those cash flows
represent\u00a0solely payments of principal and interest
(SPPI),\u00a0and that are not designated at fair value
through\u00a0profit or loss (FVPL), are measured at
amortised\u00a0cost. Interest income from these
financial\u00a0assets is included in interest income using
the\u00a0effective interest rate method. Such assets
held\u00a0by\u00a0the Group include cash and cash equivalents,
receivables from brokers, prepayments and accrued
income, receivables and accrued interest and
other\u00a0debtors.
\u2022 Fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI):
assets that are held for collection of contractual cash
flows and for selling the financial assets, and where
the\u00a0cash flows represent SPPI, and that are not
designated as FVPL, are measured at FVOCI.
Movements\u00a0in the carrying amount are taken through
OCI, except for the recognition of impairment gains
or\u00a0losses, interest revenue and foreign exchange
gains\u00a0and losses which are recognised in profit or
loss.\u00a0When the financial asset\u00a0is derecognised, the
cumulative gain or loss on the\u00a0instrument\u2019s amortised
cost previously recognised in\u00a0OCI\u00a0is reclassified from
equity to profit or loss. Interest\u00a0from these financial
assets\u00a0is included in interest\u00a0income using the
effective\u00a0interest rate method.\u00a0The Group does not
hold\u00a0any assets at FVOCI\u00a0as the business model
criteria\u00a0are not met.
\u2022 Fair value through profit or loss (FVPL): assets that
do\u00a0not\u00a0meet the criteria for amortised cost or
FVOCI\u00a0are\u00a0measured at FVPL. Assets can also be
designated\u00a0to\u00a0FVPL if in doing so it eliminates, or
significantly reduces, an accounting mismatch. The
gains\u00a0or losses\u00a0arising from\u00a0fair value changes on
assets\u00a0measured at FVPL are\u00a0recognised in profit or
loss\u00a0and presented within the investment result in the
period in which it arises. The Group\u2019s investment
assets\u00a0in this category include government bonds,
corporate bonds, asset and mortgage-backed
securities,\u00a0other fixed income holdings,\u00a0equities,
investment funds, private credit funds,\u00a0insurance-linked
funds and derivatives. All these\u00a0assets are at
FVPL\u00a0because of the business model\u00a0test and
the\u00a0characteristics of the associated contractual
cash\u00a0flows.\u00a0
(a) Recognition
The Group recognises a financial asset or a financial
liability\u00a0in\u00a0its statement of financial position when, and
only\u00a0when, it\u00a0becomes a party to the contractual
provisions\u00a0of\u00a0the instrument. At initial recognition, the
Group\u00a0measures a\u00a0financial asset at its fair value plus, in
the\u00a0case of a financial asset not at fair value through profit
or\u00a0loss, transaction costs that are incremental and directly
attributable to the acquisition or issue of the financial asset.
Transaction costs of financial assets carried at FVPL are
expensed in profit or loss.
(b) Impairment allowances
An expected credit loss (ECL) model is applicable for all assets
measured at amortised cost and FVOCI. The assessment of
credit risk and the estimation of an ECL are unbiased,
probability-weighted and incorporate all available information
relevant to the assessment, including information about past
events, current conditions and reasonable and supportable
forecasts of economic conditions at the reporting date. The
forward-looking aspect of IFRS 9 requires judgement as to
how changes in economic factors affect ECLs. Impairment
charges are recognised in the Income Statement within
operational expenses.
The ECL is a three-stage model based on forward-looking
information regarding changes in credit quality since inception.\u00a0
Credit risk is measured using a probability of default (PD);
exposure at default (EAD); and loss given default (LGD)
approach as follows.
\u2022 PD is an estimate of the likelihood of default of the asset.
\u2022 EAD is an estimate of the exposure at that future default
date, taking into account expected changes in the
exposure after the reporting date.
\u2022 LGD is an estimate of the loss arising in the case where
a\u00a0default occurs at a given time. It is based on the
difference between the contractual cash flows due and
those that the Group would expect to receive. It is usually
expressed as a percentage of the exposure at default.
The three stages of ECL are defined and assessed as follows.
\u2022 Stage 1 \u2013 no significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a 12-month PD.
\u2022 Stage 2 \u2013 a significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a lifetime PD.
\u2022 Stage 3 \u2013 credit impaired, ECL is calculated using a
lifetime PD.
A significant increase in credit risk is considered to have
incurred when payments are 30 days past due, or earlier if
other factors indicate the risk has increased significantly since
inception. Financial assets are written off when there is no
reasonable expectation of recovery on a case-by-case basis.
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(c) Derecognition
Financial assets are derecognised when the contractual
rights\u00a0to receive the cash flows from the financial assets
have\u00a0expired; or they have been transferred and the Group
transfers\u00a0substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership;
or\u00a0they have been transferred and the Group neither transfers
nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership
and the Group has not retained control. Any gain or loss
arising\u00a0from derecognition is recognised directly in the
income\u00a0statement. A financial liability is derecognised when
the\u00a0obligation under that liability is discharged, cancelled
or\u00a0expires.
(d) Investment income
The total gain/loss from financial assets carried at fair
value\u00a0through profit or loss (FVPL) is recognised in profit
or\u00a0loss\u00a0and\u00a0disclosed in the notes as investment income
comprising\u00a0interest received, realised gains/losses and
unrealised gains/losses.
(e) Financial liabilities
At initial recognition, the Group classifies a financial liability
at\u00a0fair value and subsequently at amortised cost using the
effective interest rate method. Financial liabilities mainly
include\u00a0payables to brokerage customers, short-term
borrowings, long-term borrowings and bonds payable.
When all or part of the current obligations of a financial liability
have been discharged, the Group derecognises the portion of
the financial liability or obligation that has been discharged. The
difference between the carrying amount of the derecognised
liability and the consideration is recognised in profit or loss.
Derivative financial liabilities are measured at fair value through
profit or loss. All the related realised and unrealised gains or
losses and transaction costs are recognised in profit or loss.
2.8 Cash and cash equivalents
The Group has classified cash deposits and short-term
highly-liquid investments as cash and cash equivalents.
These\u00a0assets are readily convertible into known amounts of
cash and are subject to inconsequential changes in value.
Cash equivalents are financial investments with less than
three\u00a0months to maturity at the date of acquisition.
2.9 Derivative financial instruments
Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date
on\u00a0which a derivative contract is entered into and are
subsequently valued at fair value at the end of the reporting
period. Fair values are obtained from quoted market values
and, if these are not available, valuation techniques including
option pricing models are used as appropriate. The method of
recognising the resulting gain or loss depends on whether the
derivative is designated as a hedging instrument and, if so, the
nature of the item being hedged. For derivatives not formally
designated as a hedging instrument, fair value changes are
recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.
Changes in the value of derivatives and other financial
instruments formally designated as hedges of net investments
in foreign operations are recognised in the currency translation
reserve to the extent they are effective; gains or losses relating
to the ineffective portion of the hedging instruments are
recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.
The Group had no derivative instruments designated for hedge
accounting during the current period and prior financial year.
2.10 Own shares
Where any Group company purchases the Parent Company\u2019s
equity share capital (own shares), the consideration paid,
including any directly attributable incremental costs (net of
income taxes) is deducted from equity attributable to the
Company\u2019s owners on consolidation. Where such shares are
subsequently sold, reissued or otherwise disposed of, any
consideration received is included in equity attributable to the
Company\u2019s owners, net of any directly attributable incremental
transaction costs and the related tax effects.
2.11 Insurance and reinsurance contracts
The accounting policy set out below is applicable to insurance
and reinsurance contracts that are issued by the Group
and\u00a0reinsurance contracts held by the Group unless
indicated\u00a0otherwise.
(a) Classification
Insurance contracts are defined as those containing significant
insurance risk. Significant insurance risk criteria are met if,
and\u00a0only if, an insured event could cause an insurer to make
significant additional payments in any scenario, excluding
scenarios that lack commercial substance, at the inception
of\u00a0the contract. Such contracts remain insurance contracts
until all rights and obligations are extinguished or expire.
The Group issues short-term casualty and property
(re)insurance contracts in the normal course of business,
under\u00a0which it accepts significant insurance risk from its
policyholders. The Group also enters into ceded reinsurance
contracts with reinsurers under which the Group transfers
significant insurance risk to reinsurers and is compensated
for\u00a0claims on contracts issued by the Group.
(b) Separating components
The Group assesses its insurance and reinsurance products
to\u00a0determine whether they contain distinct components which
must be accounted for under another IFRS instead of under
IFRS 17. After separating any distinct components, the Group
applies IFRS 17 to all remaining components of the (host)
insurance contract. Currently, the Group\u2019s products do not
include any distinct components that require separation.
Some reinsurance contracts issued contain profit commission
arrangements. Under these arrangements, there is a
guaranteed minimum amount that the policyholder will always
receive \u2013 either in the form of profit commission, or as claims,
or another contractual payment irrespective of the insured
event happening. The guaranteed minimum amounts have
been assessed to be highly interrelated with the insurance
component of the reinsurance contracts and are, therefore,
non-distinct investment components which are not accounted
for separately. However, receipts and payments of these
investment components are excluded from insurance revenue
and expenses.
(c) Level of aggregation
Insurance contracts are aggregated into groups for
measurement purposes. The level of aggregation for the Group
is determined firstly by grouping contracts into portfolios which,
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with some limited exceptions, are set as the reserving classes
of each legal entity. Portfolios comprise groups of contracts
with similar risks which are managed together. Portfolios are
further divided based on expected profitability at inception
into\u00a0three categories: onerous contracts, contracts with no
significant risk of becoming onerous, and the remainder.
No\u00a0group for level of aggregation purposes may contain
contracts issued more than one year apart. The grouping
of\u00a0contracts is not subsequently reconsidered.
A group of insurance contracts is considered to be onerous
at\u00a0initial recognition if the fulfilment cash flows allocated to
that\u00a0group of contracts in total are a net outflow. That is if
the\u00a0present value of expected claims, attributable expenses
and\u00a0risk adjustment exceeds the premium.
Portfolios of reinsurance contracts held are assessed
for\u00a0aggregation separately from portfolios of insurance
contracts\u00a0issued. Reinsurance contracts held cannot
be\u00a0onerous.
(d) Recognition and derecognition
Groups of insurance contracts issued are initially recognised
from the earliest of the following:
\u2022 the beginning of the coverage period;
\u2022 the date when the first payment from the policyholder
is\u00a0due, or actually received if there is no due date; and
\u2022 when the Group determines that a group of contracts
becomes onerous.
Insurance contracts acquired in a business combination
within\u00a0the scope of IFRS 3 Business Combinations or a
portfolio transfer are accounted for as if they were entered
into\u00a0at the\u00a0date of acquisition or transfer.
Reinsurance contracts held are recognised as follows:
\u2022 a group of reinsurance contracts held that provide
proportionate coverage is recognised at the later of
the\u00a0following dates (unless underlying contracts are
onerous, in which case earlier recognition is required):
o the beginning of the coverage period of the
group;\u00a0and
o the initial recognition of any underlying
insurance\u00a0contract;
\u2022 all other groups of reinsurance contracts held are
recognised from the beginning of the coverage period
of\u00a0the group of reinsurance contracts held; unless the
Group entered into the reinsurance contract held at
or\u00a0before the date when an onerous group of
underlying\u00a0contracts is recognised prior to the
beginning\u00a0of the coverage period of the group of
reinsurance contracts\u00a0held, in which case the
reinsurance\u00a0contract\u00a0held is recognised at the same
time\u00a0as\u00a0the\u00a0group\u00a0of underlying insurance contracts
is\u00a0recognised.
Only contracts that individually meet the recognition criteria
by\u00a0the end of the reporting period are included in the
groups.\u00a0When contracts meet the recognition criteria in
the\u00a0groups after\u00a0the reporting date, they are added to
the\u00a0groups in the reporting period in which they meet the
recognition criteria. The\u00a0composition of the groups is not
reassessed in subsequent periods.
An insurance contract is derecognised when it is:
\u2022 extinguished (that is, when the obligation specified in
the\u00a0insurance contract expires or is discharged or
cancelled); or
\u2022 the contract is modified such that the modification results
in a change in the measurement model (for example, the
general measurement model (GMM)) or the applicable
standard for measuring a component of the contract,
substantially changes the contract boundary, or requires
the modified contracts to be included in a different group.
When a modification is not treated as a derecognition,
the\u00a0Group recognises amounts paid or received for the
modification of the contract as an adjustment to the
relevant\u00a0liability or asset for remaining coverage.
When a group of insurance contracts is derecognised,
adjustments to remove related rights and obligations result
in\u00a0the following amounts being charged immediately to
consolidated income statement:
\u2022 if the contract is extinguished, any net difference
between\u00a0the derecognised part of the liability for
remaining coverage (LRC) of the original contract and
any\u00a0other cash flows arising from extinguishment;
\u2022 if the contract is transferred to the third party, any net
difference between the derecognised part of the LRC
of\u00a0the original contract and the premium charged by
the\u00a0third party; or
\u2022 if the original contract is modified resulting in its
derecognition, any net difference between the
derecognised part of the LRC and the hypothetical
premium that the entity would have charged if it had
entered into a contract with equivalent terms as the new
contract at the date of the contract modification, less
any\u00a0additional premium charged for the modification.
(e) Contract boundary
The Group uses the concept of contract boundary to
determine what cash flows should be considered in the
measurement of groups of insurance contracts. Cash flows
are\u00a0within the boundary of an insurance contract if they
arise\u00a0from substantive rights and obligations that exist during
the reporting period in which the Group can compel the
policyholder to pay the premiums, or in which the Group has a
substantive obligation to provide the policyholder with services.
A substantive obligation to provide services ends when:
\u2022 the Group has the practical ability to reassess the risks of
the particular policyholder and, as a result, can set a price
or level of benefits that fully reflects those risks; or
\u2022 both of the following criteria are satisfied:
o the Group has the practical ability to reassess the
risks of the portfolio of insurance contracts that
contain the contract and, as a result, can set a
price\u00a0or level of benefits that fully reflects the risk
of\u00a0that portfolio;
o the pricing of the premiums for coverage up to the
date when the risks are reassessed does not take
into account the risks that relate to periods after the
reassessment date.
A liability or asset relating to expected premiums or claims
outside the boundary of the insurance contract is not
recognised. Such amounts relate to future insurance contracts.
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(f) Measurement \u2013 premium allocation approach
Initial measurement
The Group applies the premium allocation approach (PAA)
to\u00a0the majority of the insurance contracts that it issues and
reinsurance contracts that it holds, because:
\u2022 the coverage period of each contract in the group is
one\u00a0year or less; or
\u2022 for contracts longer than one year, the Group has
modelled possible future scenarios and reasonably
expects that the measurement of the LRC for the
group\u00a0containing those contracts under the PAA does
not differ materially from the measurement that would
be\u00a0produced applying the general model.
For insurance contracts issued, on initial recognition, the Group
measures the LRC as the amount of premiums received, less
any acquisition cash flows paid and any amounts arising from
the derecognition of the insurance acquisition cash flows asset
and the derecognition of any other relevant pre-recognition
cash flows.
For reinsurance contracts held, on initial recognition, the
Group\u00a0measures assets for the remaining coverage at the
amount of ceding premiums paid, plus broker fees paid to a
party other than the reinsurer and any amounts arising from the
derecognition of any other relevant pre-recognition cash flows.
For insurance contracts issued, insurance acquisition cash
flows allocated to a group are recognised over the coverage
period of contracts in the group. For reinsurance contracts
held, broker fees are recognised over the coverage period
of\u00a0contracts in a group.
Subsequent measurement
For insurance contracts issued, at each of the subsequent
reporting dates, the LRC is:
\u2022 increased for premiums received in the period;
\u2022 decreased for insurance acquisition cash flows paid
in\u00a0the\u00a0period;
\u2022 decreased for the amounts of expected premium
receipts\u00a0recognised as insurance revenue for the
services\u00a0provided in the period;
\u2022 increased for the amortisation of insurance acquisition
cash flows in the period recognised as insurance
service\u00a0expenses; and
\u2022 decreased for any investment component paid or
transferred to the liability for incurred claims.
For reinsurance contracts held, at each of the subsequent
reporting dates, the remaining coverage is:
\u2022 increased for ceding premiums paid in the period;
\u2022 increased for broker fees paid in the period;
\u2022 decreased for the expected amounts of ceding premiums
and broker fees recognised as reinsurance expenses for
the services received in the period; and
\u2022 decreased for any investment component paid or
transferred to the reinsurance assets for incurred claims.
The Group does not adjust the LRC for insurance contracts
issued or the remaining coverage for reinsurance contracts
held for the effect of the time value of money, because
associated premiums are due within one year of the coverage
period. The Group only adjusts the remaining coverage for
reinsurance contracts held for the time value of money in
relation to the legacy portfolio transactions (LPT) that were
held,\u00a0as the associated premiums are not due within one year
of the coverage period.
The Group estimates the liability for incurred claims (LIC) as the
fulfilment cash flows related to incurred claims. The fulfilment
cash flows incorporate, in an unbiased way, all reasonable and
supportable information available without undue cost or effort
about the amount, timing and uncertainty of those future
cash\u00a0flows.
If facts and circumstances indicate that a group of insurance
contracts measured under the PAA is onerous on initial
recognition or has become onerous subsequently, the Group
increases the carrying amount of the LRC, recognising a loss
component, to the amounts of the excess of the fulfilment cash
flows that relate to the remaining coverage of the group of
contracts, over the carrying amount of the LRC of the group.
The amount of such an increase is recognised in insurance
service expenses. Subsequently, the loss component is
amortised over the coverage period of the group of contracts.
When a loss is recognised on initial recognition of an onerous
group of underlying insurance contracts or on addition of
onerous underlying insurance contracts to that group, the
carrying amount of the reinsurance asset for remaining
coverage for reinsurance contracts held measured under the
PAA is increased by the amount of expected recoveries that
will be in the consolidated income statement and a loss
recovery component is established or adjusted for that
amount. The loss recovery component is calculated by
multiplying the loss component recognised on underlying
insurance contracts by the percentage of claims on underlying
insurance contracts that the Group expects to recover from the
reinsurance contracts held that are entered into before or at
the same time as the loss is recognised on the underlying
insurance contracts. When underlying insurance contracts that
are reinsured are included in the same group as insurance
contracts issued that are not reinsured, the Group applies a
systematic and rational method of allocation to determine the
portion of losses that relates to underlying insurance contracts.
(g) Insurance revenue
The insurance revenue for the period is the amount of
expected premium receipts (excluding any investment
component) allocated to the period. The Group allocates
the\u00a0expected premium receipts to each period of insurance
contract services on the basis of the passage of time. But if the
expected pattern of release of risk during the coverage period
differs significantly from the passage of time, for example a
group of contracts that is exposed to large natural catastrophe
risk concentrated in the first or second half of the year, then
the\u00a0allocation is made on the basis of the expected timing of
incurred insurance service expenses.
Changes to the basis of allocation are accounted for
prospectively as a change in accounting estimate.
(h) Insurance service expenses
Insurance service expenses include the following:
\u2022 incurred claims, excluding investment components
reduced by loss component allocations;
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\u2022 other incurred directly attributable expenses;
\u2022 insurance acquisition cash flows amortisation using the
pattern that is consistent with the insurance revenue;
\u2022 changes that relate to past service;
\u2022 changes that relate to future service;
\u2022 insurance acquisition cash flows assets impairment; and
\u2022 mandatory reinstatement premiums.
Other expenses not meeting the above categories are
included\u00a0in other operating expenses in the consolidated
income statement.
(i) Allocation of reinsurance premiums
The allocation of reinsurance premiums includes reinsurance
premiums and other incurred directly attributable expenses.
Reinsurance premium and expenses are recognised similarly
to\u00a0insurance revenue. The amount of reinsurance expenses
recognised in the reporting period depicts the transfer of
received insurance contract services at an amount that reflects
the portion of ceding premiums that the Group expects to pay
in exchange for those services. Additionally, broker fees and
ceding commissions that are not contingent on claims of the
underlying contracts issued reduce ceding premiums and are
accounted for as part of reinsurance premiums.
In addition, the allocation of reinsurance premiums also
includes changes in the reinsurance assets arising from
retroactive reinsurance contracts held and voluntary
reinstatement ceded premiums.
(j) Amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims
The amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred
claims\u00a0include:
\u2022 incurred claims recoveries, excluding
investment\u00a0components;
\u2022 loss-recovery component allocations;
\u2022 changes that relate to past service;
\u2022 effect of changes in the risk of reinsurers\u2019
non-performance;
\u2022 amounts relating to accounting for onerous groups
of\u00a0underlying insurance contracts issued;
\u2022 ceding commissions that are contingent on claims
of\u00a0the\u00a0underlying contracts issued reduce incurred
claims\u00a0recovery; and
\u2022 mandatory reinstatement ceded premiums.\u00a0
(k) Insurance finance income or expenses
Insurance finance income or expenses comprise the change
in\u00a0the carrying amount of the group of insurance contracts
arising from:
\u2022 the effect of the time value of money and changes in
the\u00a0time value of money. This mainly comprises interest
accreted on the LIC and interest unwind on the assets
for\u00a0incurred claims (AIC); and
\u2022 the effect of financial risk and changes in financial risk.
This mainly includes the effect of changes in interest
rates\u00a0(for example, discount rates).
The Group does not disaggregate changes in the risk
adjustment for non-financial risk between insurance service
result and insurance finance income or expenses. The change
in the risk adjustment is entirely presented as part of the
insurance service result.
Foreign exchange gains and losses continue to be presented
in\u00a0the net other foreign exchange (losses)/gains line item.
2.12 Taxation
Current tax, including corporation tax and foreign tax, is
provided at amounts expected to be paid (or recovered) using
the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively
enacted by the end of the reporting period. A provision is
recognised for those matters for which the tax determination is
uncertain but it is considered probable that there will be a
future outflow of funds to a tax authority. The provisions are
measured at the best estimate of the amount expected to
become payable. The assessment is based on the judgement
of tax professionals within the Group supported by previous
experience in respect of such activities and in certain cases
based on advice sought from specialist tax advisors.
Deferred tax is provided in full, using the liability method, on
temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets
and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial
statements. However, if the deferred income tax arises from
initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction other
than a business combination that at the time of the transaction
affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss, it is
not\u00a0recognised. With the exception of deferred tax related to
top-up income taxes arising from tax law enacted to implement
Pillar Two legislation, deferred tax is determined using tax rates
and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by
the end of the reporting period and are expected to apply
when the related deferred tax asset is realised or the deferred
tax liability is settled. Deferred tax assets are recognised to
the\u00a0extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be
available against which the temporary differences can be
utilised. Deferred tax is provided on temporary differences
arising on investments in subsidiaries and associates, except
where the Group controls the timing of the reversal of the
temporary difference and it is probable that the temporary
difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future.
2.13 Employee benefits
(a) Pension obligations
The Group has defined contribution and defined benefit
pension schemes. The defined benefit scheme closed to
future\u00a0accrual with effect from 31 December 2006 and
active\u00a0members were offered membership of the defined
contribution scheme from 1 January 2007. A defined
contribution plan is a pension plan under which the Group
pays\u00a0fixed contributions into a separate entity and has no
further obligation beyond the agreed contribution rate. A
defined benefit plan is a pension plan that defines an amount
of\u00a0pension benefit that an employee will receive on retirement,
usually dependent on one\u00a0or more factors such as age, years
of service and compensation.
For defined contribution plans, the Group pays contributions
to\u00a0publicly or privately administered pension insurance plans
on\u00a0a contractual basis. The contributions are recognised as
an\u00a0employee benefit expense when they are due. Prepaid
contributions are recognised as an asset to the extent that
a\u00a0cash refund or a reduction in future payments is available.
The amount recognised on the statement of financial position
in respect of defined benefit pension plans is the present value
of the defined benefit obligation at the end of the reporting
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period, less the fair value of plan assets. The calculation of the
defined benefit obligation is performed annually by a qualified
actuary using the projected unit method. As the plan is closed
to all future benefit accruals, each participant\u2019s benefits under
the plan are based on their service to the date of closure or
earlier leaving date and their final pensionable earnings.
The\u00a0service cost is the expected administration cost during
the\u00a0year. Past\u00a0service costs are recognised immediately in
the\u00a0income\u00a0statement.
Remeasurements of the net defined benefit liability, which
comprise actuarial gains and losses, the return on plan assets
(excluding interest) and the effect of the asset ceiling (if any),
are recognised immediately in other comprehensive income.
The Group determines the net interest expense (income) on
the\u00a0net defined benefit liability (asset) for the period by applying
the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit
obligation at the beginning of the annual period to the then
net\u00a0defined benefit liability (asset), taking into account any
changes in the net defined benefit liability (asset) during the
period as a result of contributions and benefit payments.
Net\u00a0interest expense and other expenses related to defined
benefit\u00a0plans are recognised in the income statement
through\u00a0operating expenses.
To the extent that a surplus emerges on the defined benefit
obligation, it is only recognisable as an asset when it is
probable that future economic benefits will be recovered
by\u00a0the\u00a0Group.
(b) Other long-term employee benefits
The Group provides sabbatical leave to employees on
completion of every five years\u2019 service. The present value
of\u00a0the\u00a0expected costs of these benefits is accrued over
the\u00a0period\u00a0of employment. In determining this liability,
consideration is given to future increases in salary
levels,\u00a0experience with employee departures and
periods\u00a0of\u00a0service.
(c) Share-based compensation
The Group operates equity settled share-based
employee\u00a0compensation plans. These include the share
option\u00a0schemes,\u00a0and the Group\u2019s Performance Share
Plans,\u00a0outlined\u00a0in the Directors\u2019 remuneration report,
together\u00a0with\u00a0the\u00a0Group\u2019s Save As You Earn (SAYE)
schemes.\u00a0The\u00a0fair\u00a0value\u00a0of the employee services
received,\u00a0measured\u00a0at\u00a0grant\u00a0date, in exchange for the
grant\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0awards is recognised as\u00a0an expense, with
the\u00a0corresponding credit being\u00a0recorded in\u00a0retained
earnings\u00a0within equity. The total\u00a0amount to be expensed
over\u00a0the\u00a0vesting period is determined\u00a0by reference to the
fair\u00a0value\u00a0of\u00a0the awards granted, excluding the impact of
any\u00a0non-market vesting conditions (for example, profitability
or\u00a0net asset growth\u00a0targets). Non-market vesting conditions
are\u00a0included\u00a0in\u00a0assumptions about the number of awards
that\u00a0are\u00a0expected\u00a0to become exercisable. At the end of
the\u00a0reporting period, the Group revises its estimates of
the\u00a0number of awards that are expected to vest.
The Group recognises the impact of the revision of
original\u00a0estimates, if any, in the income statement, and
a\u00a0corresponding adjustment to equity, in periods in
which\u00a0the\u00a0estimates are revised.
When the terms and conditions of an equity settled
share-based employee compensation plan are modified,
and\u00a0the expense to be recognised increases as a result of the
modification, then the increase is recognised evenly over the
remaining vesting period. When a modification reduces the
expense to be recognised, there is no adjustment recognised
and the pre-modification expense continues to be applied.
The\u00a0proceeds received net of any directly attributable
transaction costs are credited to share capital and
share\u00a0premium when the options are exercised.
(d) Termination benefits
Termination benefits are payable when employment is
terminated before the normal retirement date, or whenever
an\u00a0employee accepts voluntary redundancy in exchange for
these\u00a0benefits. The Group recognises termination benefits
when it is demonstrably committed to either: terminating the
employment of current employees according to a detailed
formal plan without possibility of withdrawal; or providing
termination benefits as a result of an offer made to encourage
voluntary redundancy.
(e) Profit sharing and bonus plans
The Group recognises a liability and an expense for bonuses
and profit sharing, based on a formula that takes into
consideration the profit attributable to the Company\u2019s
shareholders after certain adjustments. The Group
recognises\u00a0a provision where a contractual obligation to
employees exists, or where there is a past practice that
has\u00a0created a constructive obligation.
2.14 Finance costs
Finance costs consist of interest charges accruing on the
Group\u2019s borrowings and bank overdrafts together with
commission fees charged in respect of Letters of Credit
and\u00a0interest in respect of lease liabilities and funds withheld.
Arrangement fees in respect of financing arrangements are
charged over the life of the related facilities.
2.15 Leases
(a) Hiscox as lessee
The Group recognises right-of-use assets at the
commencement date of the lease (for example, the date the
underlying asset is available for use). Right-of-use assets are
measured at cost, less any accumulated depreciation and
impairment losses, and adjusted for any remeasurement of
lease liabilities. The cost of right-of-use assets includes the
amount of lease liabilities recognised, initial direct costs
incurred, and lease payments made at or before the
commencement date, less any lease incentives received.
Unless the Group is reasonably certain to obtain ownership of
the leased asset at the end of the lease term, the recognised
right-of-use assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over
the shorter of their estimated useful life and the lease term.
Right-of-use assets are subject to impairment. Right-of-use
assets are presented on the statement of financial position as
\u2018property, plant and equipment\u2019.
At the commencement date of the lease, the Group recognises
lease liabilities measured at the present value of lease
payments to be made over the lease term. The lease payments
include fixed payments less any lease incentives receivable,
variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate, and
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amounts expected to be paid under residual value guarantees.
The lease payments also include the exercise price of a
purchase option reasonably certain to be exercised by the
Group and payments of penalties for terminating a lease, if
the\u00a0lease term reflects the Group exercising the option to
terminate. The variable lease payments that do not depend
on\u00a0an index or a rate are recognised as an expense in the
period in which the event or condition that triggers the
payment\u00a0occurs. Lease liabilities are included in \u2018trade and
other payables\u2019 on the statement of financial position.
In calculating the present value of lease payments, the
Group\u00a0uses the incremental borrowing rate at the lease
commencement date if the interest rate implicit in the lease is
not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the
amount of lease liabilities is increased to reflect the accretion of
interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition,
the carrying amount of lease liabilities is remeasured if there is
a modification that is not accounted for as a separate lease:
future lease payments that are linked to a rate or index, a
change in the lease term, a change in the in-substance fixed
lease payments, a change in the assessment to purchase the
underlying asset or a change in the amounts expected to be
payable under a residual value guarantee.
The Group applies the short-term lease recognition exemption
to its applicable short-term leases. It also applies the low-value
assets recognition exemption to leases of office equipment that
are considered of low value. Lease payments on short-term
leases and leases of low-value assets are recognised as an
expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
(b) Hiscox as lessor
Rental income from operating leases is recognised on
a\u00a0straight-line basis over the term of the relevant
contractual\u00a0agreement.
2.16 Dividend distribution
Dividend distribution to the Company\u2019s shareholders is
recognised as a liability in the Group\u2019s financial statements
in\u00a0the period in which the dividends are approved.
2.17 Operations held for sale
Assets and liabilities held for disposal as part of operations
which are held for sale are shown separately in the
consolidated statement of financial position. Operations
held\u00a0for sale are recorded at the lower of their carrying
amount\u00a0and their fair value less the estimated selling costs.
2.18 Provisions and contingent liabilities
Provisions are recognised when there is a present legal or
constructive obligation as a result of a past event that can be
measured reliably, and it is probable that an outflow of
economic benefits will be required to settle that obligation.
The amount recorded as a provision is the best estimate
of\u00a0the\u00a0expenditure required to settle the present obligation
at\u00a0the\u00a0end of the reporting period. Discounting is applied
to\u00a0the\u00a0provision where the effect of the time value of
money\u00a0is\u00a0material. Provisions are not recognised for
future operating losses. A provision for restructuring is
recognised\u00a0when the Group\u00a0has\u00a0approved a detailed
and\u00a0formal restructuring plan\u00a0and the\u00a0restructuring has
either\u00a0commenced or has\u00a0been\u00a0announced\u00a0publicly.
A provision for onerous contracts is recognised when the
expected benefits to be derived by the Group from the
contracts are less than the related unavoidable cost of
meeting\u00a0its obligations under the contract.
A provision for a termination payment is recognised when the
Group has a demonstrable commitment to either terminate
the\u00a0employment of an employee or group of employees
before\u00a0the\u00a0normal retirement date, or to provide termination
benefits as a result of an offer made in order to encourage
voluntary\u00a0redundancy.
Where the Group expects a provision to be reimbursed, for
example under an insurance contract, the reimbursement is
recognised as a separate asset but only when the
reimbursement is virtually certain.
Contingent liabilities are disclosed if there is a possible future
obligation as a result of a past event, or if there is a present
obligation as a result of a past event but either a payment is
not probable or the amount cannot be reasonably estimated.
2.19 Use of significant accounting judgements, estimates
and assumptions
The preparation of financial statements requires the Group to
select accounting policies and make judgements (other than
those involving estimations) that have a significant impact on
the amounts recognised and to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets,
liabilities, income and expenses in the consolidated
financial\u00a0statements.
The Audit Committee reviews the reasonableness of critical
judgements, estimates and assumptions applied and the
appropriateness of material accounting policies information.
The significant issues considered by the Committee in the
year\u00a0are included within the Audit Committee report on pages
110 to 112.
Significant accounting judgements
The following accounting policies are the critical judgements,
apart from those involving estimations (which are presented
separately below), that the Directors have made in the process
of applying the Group's accounting policies and that have the
most significant impact on the amounts recognised in the
consolidated financial statements.
\u2022 Consolidation: assessment of whether the Group controls
or has significant influence over an underlying entity, for
example, the treatment of insurance-linked securities
funds including consideration of its decision-making
authority and its rights to the variable returns from
the\u00a0entity.
\u2022 Financial investments: classification and measurement
of\u00a0investments including the application of the fair
value\u00a0option.
(a) Liability for incurred claims
The ultimate cost of outstanding claims is estimated by using a
range of standard actuarial claims projection techniques. The
Group relies on actuarial analysis to estimate the settlement
cost of future claims. Via a formal governed process, there is
\"\"
close communication between the actuaries and other key
stakeholders, such as the underwriters, claims and finance
teams when setting and validating the assumptions. The main
assumption underlying these techniques is that a Group\u2019s past
claims development experience can be used to project future
claims development and hence ultimate claims costs. These
methods extrapolate the development of paid and incurred
losses, average costs per claim (including claims handling costs),
and claim numbers based on the observed development of
earlier years and expected loss ratios. Historical claims
development is mainly analysed by accident years, but can also
be further analysed by geographical area, as well as by significant
business lines and claim types. In most cases, no explicit
assumptions are made regarding future rates of claims inflation
or loss ratios. Instead, the assumptions used are those implicit in
the historical claims development data on which the projections
are based. Additional qualitative judgement is used to assess the
extent to which past trends may not apply in future (for example,
to reflect one-off occurrences, changes in external or market
factors such as public attitudes to claiming, economic conditions,
levels of claims inflation, judicial decisions and legislation, as well
as internal factors such as portfolio mix, policy features and
claims\u00a0handling procedures) in order to arrive at the estimated
ultimate cost of claims that present the probability-weighted
expected value outcome from the range of possible outcomes,
taking account of all the uncertainties involved.
(b) Premium allocation approach eligibility assessment
A simplified measurement model, the PAA, can be applied if
certain eligibility criteria are met. The majority of the Group\u2019s
policies have a coverage period of 12 months or less and so
are eligible for the PAA. Management applies significant
judgement whether applying PAA to those groups of
contracts\u00a0differ materially from general measurement model
(GMM) with a coverage period\u00a0extending beyond 12 months.
Significant accounting estimates
The key assumptions concerning the future, and other key
sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting period that
may have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment
to\u00a0the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the
next\u00a0financial year, are discussed below.
All estimates are based on management\u2019s knowledge of
current facts and circumstances, assumptions based on
that\u00a0knowledge and their predictions of future events. Actual
results may differ from those estimates, possibly significantly.
Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the
period\u00a0in which the estimate is revised and in any future
periods affected.
The most critical estimate included within the consolidated
statement of financial position is the measurement of insurance
contract liabilities and reinsurance contract assets, and in
particular the estimate of the liability for incurred claims (LIC).
The total gross estimate of LIC as at 31\u00a0December 2024 is
$6,040.7 million (2023: $6,249.6\u00a0million). The total estimate for
reinsurance asset for incurred claims as at 31\u00a0December 2024
is $2,046.5 million (2023:\u00a0$2,217.1 million).
Insurance and reinsurance contracts
In applying IFRS 17 measurement requirements, the following
inputs and methods were used that include significant
estimates. The present value of future cash flows is
estimated\u00a0using deterministic scenarios. The assumptions
used\u00a0in the deterministic scenarios are derived to approximate
the probability-weighted mean of a full range of scenarios.
For\u00a0the sensitivities with regard to the assumptions made
that\u00a0have the most significant impact on measurement under
IFRS 17 please refer to note 3 management of risk.
(a) Discount rates
Insurance contract liabilities are calculated by discounting
expected future cash flows at a risk-free rate, plus an illiquidity
premium where applicable. Risk-free rates were derived using
swap rates available in the market denominated in the same
currency as the insurance contracts being measured. When
swap rates are not available, highly liquid sovereign bonds with
the highest (for example, AAA/AA) credit rating were used.
Management uses judgement to assess liquidity characteristics
of the liability cash flows. The illiquidity premium was estimated
based on market observable liquidity premiums in financial
assets, adjusted to reflect the illiquidity characteristics of the
liability cash flows. The illiquidity premium is determined by
reference to market observable AA-rated bonds yield curve
in\u00a0the currency of the insurance contract being measured,
adjusted to remove both expected and unexpected credit risk.
The following discount rates were applied for the currencies
and periods presented below:
Year end 31 December 2024
1 year
3 year
5 year
%
%
%
USD
4.27
4.18
4.24
GBP
4.68
4.40
4.35
EUR
2.46
2.35
2.49
CAD
2.96
2.88
2.98
Year end 31 December 2023
1 year
3 year
5 year
%
%
%
USD
4.83
3.92
3.74
GBP
4.97
4.12
3.82
EUR
3.49
2.75
2.65
CAD
4.63
3.69
3.39
(b) Estimates of future cash flows to fulfil insurance contracts
Included in the measurement of each group of contracts within
the scope of IFRS 17 are all of the future cash flows within the
boundary of each group of contracts. The estimates of these
future cash flows are based on probability-weighted expected
future cash flows. The Group estimates which cash flows are
expected and the probability that they will occur as at the
measurement date. In setting these expectations, the Group
uses information about past events, current conditions and
forecasts of future conditions. The Group\u2019s estimate of
future\u00a0cash flows is the mean of a range of scenarios that
reflect the\u00a0full range of possible outcomes. Each scenario
specifies\u00a0the amount, timing and probability of cash flows.
The\u00a0probability-weighted average of the future cash flows is
calculated using a deterministic scenario representing the
probability-weighted mean of a range of scenarios.
\"\"
Where estimates of expenses-related cash flows are determined
at the portfolio level or higher, they are allocated\u00a0to\u00a0groups of
contracts on a systematic basis, such as\u00a0activity-based costing
method. The Group has determined that this method results in
a\u00a0systematic and rational allocation. Similar methods are
consistently applied to allocate expenses of a similar nature.
Acquisition cash flows are typically allocated to groups of
contracts based on gross premiums written. This\u00a0includes an
allocation of acquisition cash flows among existing\u00a0groups of
insurance contracts issued. Claims settlement-related expenses
are largely allocated based on\u00a0claims costs.
Uncertainty in the estimation of future claims and benefit
payments arises primarily from the severity and frequency
of\u00a0claims and uncertainties regarding future inflation rates
leading to claims and claims-handling expenses growth.
Assumptions used to develop estimates about future cash
flows are reassessed at each reporting date and adjusted
where required.
(c) Risk adjustment for non-financial risk
The risk adjustment for non-financial risk is the compensation
that the Group requires for bearing the uncertainty about the
amount and timing of the cash flows of groups of insurance
contracts. The risk adjustment reflects an amount that an
insurer would charge to make it indifferent between the cash
flows with a range of probable scenarios versus equivalent
fixed cash flows.
To determine the risk adjustment for non-financial risk for
reinsurance contracts, the Group applies a combination
of\u00a0a\u00a0value at risk (VaR) (or a percentile) approach and a
scenario-based approach, both gross and net of reinsurance,
and derives the amount of risk being transferred to the
reinsurer as the difference between the two results. Most
business is measured under the PAA model and therefore
the\u00a0Group does not calculate a risk adjustment in relation
to\u00a0LRC excluding loss component.
The Group calculates the risk adjustment for incurred
claims\u00a0liabilities at each insurance undertaking entity level in
accordance with its risk profile using a combination of the VaR
method and scenario analysis, targeting an overall confidence
level range for the aggregate risk distribution. Scenario analysis
is used to determine the level of compensation that the Group
requires for bearing uncertainty for qualitative risks not
captured in the risk distribution and large event-driven claims,
such as natural catastrophes. Given the nature of the
underlying business and losses it is normal for new risks to
become apparent or for the magnitude of existing risks to
change over time. The risk adjustment in its entirety is judged
to provide adequate compensation for the risk in the reserves.
Group diversification benefit is not considered at the
individual\u00a0insurance undertaking entity level but is considered
in\u00a0determining the confidence level at a consolidated level
for\u00a0disclosure purposes. At 31\u00a0December 2024, the risk
adjustment in respect of the LIC net of reinsurance is at
the\u00a083rd percentile (2023: 83rd percentile).
(d) Fair value measurement
The Group carries its financial investments at fair value through
profit or loss, with fair values determined using published price
quotations in the most active financial markets in which the
assets trade, where available. Where quoted market prices are
not available, valuation techniques are used to value financial
instruments. These include third-party valuation reports and
models utilising both observable and unobservable market
inputs. Valuation techniques involve judgement, including the
use of valuation models and their inputs, which can lead to a
range of plausible valuations for financial investments. Note
3.3(a) discusses the reliability of the Group\u2019s fair values.
(e) Employee benefit
The employee retirement benefit scheme obligations are
calculated and valued with reference to a number of actuarial
assumptions including mortality, inflation rates and discount
rate, many of which have been subject to recent volatility.
This\u00a0complex set of economic variables can have a significant
impact on the financial statements, as shown in note 24.
(f) Tax
The Group operates in a multinational environment, and
legislation concerning the determination of taxation of assets
and liabilities is complex and continually evolving. In preparing
the financial statements, the Group applies significant
judgements in identifying uncertainties over tax treatments
and\u00a0in the measurement of the provision being the best estimate
of the amount expected to become payable. The assessment is
based on the judgement of tax professionals within the Group
supported by previous experience in respect of such activities
and based on advice sought from specialist tax advisors.
A deferred tax asset can be recognised only to the extent
that\u00a0it\u00a0is recoverable. The recoverability of deferred tax assets\u00a0in
respect of carry forward losses requires consideration\u00a0of the
future levels of taxable profit in the Group.\u00a0In preparing the
Group\u2019s financial statements, management estimates taxation
assets and liabilities after taking appropriate professional advice,
as shown in note 22. Significant estimates and assumptions
used in the valuation of\u00a0deferred tax relate to the forecast
taxable profits, taking into account the Group\u2019s financial and
strategic plans. See note 23 for further details of adjustments
made to deferred tax during the year.
The determination and finalisation of agreed taxation assets
and liabilities may not occur until several years after the
reporting date and consequently the final amounts payable
or\u00a0receivable may differ from those presented in these
financial\u00a0statements.
2.20 Reporting of alternative performance measures
The Directors consider that the combined, claims and expense
ratio measures reported in respect of operating segments and
the Group overall in note 4, net asset value per share and return
on equity measures disclosed in notes 5 and 6 and prior-year
developments disclosed in note 20, provide useful information
regarding the underlying performance of the Group\u2019s businesses.
These measures are widely recognised by the insurance industry
and are consistent with the internal performance measures
reviewed by senior management including the chief\u00a0operating
decision-maker. However, these measures are\u00a0not defined
within the accounting standards and interpretations, and
therefore may not be directly comparable with similarly titled
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(a) New accounting standards, interpretations and
amendments to published standards
The Group has not early adopted any other standard,
interpretation or amendment that has been issued but is not
yet effective. New standards, amendments to standards and
interpretations, as adopted by\u00a0the UK, that are effective for
annual periods beginning on\u00a01\u00a0January 2024 have been
applied in preparing these consolidated financial statements
and had no material impact on the Group.
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 16 Leases \u2013 Lease Liability in
a\u00a0Sale and Leaseback.
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 1 \u2013 Presentation of Financial
Statements \u2013 Classification of Liabilities as Current or
Non-Current and Non-Current Liabilities with Covenants.
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 7 \u2013 Statement of Cash Flows and
IFRS 7 \u2013 Financial Instruments: Disclosures \u2013 Supplier
Finance Arrangements.
(b) Future accounting developments
The following new standards, and amendments to standards,
are effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January
2025 and have not been applied in preparing these
consolidated financial statements:
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 \u2013 Sale or
Contribution of Assets between an Investor and its
Associate or Joint Venture (not yet endorsed, effective
date postponed indefinitely).
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 21 \u2013 The Effects of Changes in
Foreign Exchange Rates \u2013 Lack of Exchangeability
(endorsed, effective date 1 January 2025).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 9 \u2013 Financial Instruments and IFRS
7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures \u2013 Classification and
Measurement of Financial Instruments (not yet endorsed,
effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 1 \u2013 First-time Adoption of
International Financial Reporting Standards (not yet
endorsed, effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 7 \u2013 Financial Instruments:
Disclosures and its accompanying Guidance on
implementing IFRS 7 (not yet endorsed, effective
date\u00a01\u00a0January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 10 \u2013 Consolidated Financial
Statements (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02026).
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 7 \u2013 Statement of Cash Flows
(not\u00a0yet\u00a0endorsed, effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 IFRS 18 \u2013 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial
Statements (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02027).
\u2022 IFRS 19 \u2013 Subsidiaries without Public Accountability:
Disclosures (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02027).
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfChangesInAccountingPoliciesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-369": { "value": "
(a) New accounting standards, interpretations and
amendments to published standards
The Group has not early adopted any other standard,
interpretation or amendment that has been issued but is not
yet effective. New standards, amendments to standards and
interpretations, as adopted by\u00a0the UK, that are effective for
annual periods beginning on\u00a01\u00a0January 2024 have been
applied in preparing these consolidated financial statements
and had no material impact on the Group.
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 16 Leases \u2013 Lease Liability in
a\u00a0Sale and Leaseback.
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 1 \u2013 Presentation of Financial
Statements \u2013 Classification of Liabilities as Current or
Non-Current and Non-Current Liabilities with Covenants.
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 7 \u2013 Statement of Cash Flows and
IFRS 7 \u2013 Financial Instruments: Disclosures \u2013 Supplier
Finance Arrangements.
(b) Future accounting developments
The following new standards, and amendments to standards,
are effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January
2025 and have not been applied in preparing these
consolidated financial statements:
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 \u2013 Sale or
Contribution of Assets between an Investor and its
Associate or Joint Venture (not yet endorsed, effective
date postponed indefinitely).
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 21 \u2013 The Effects of Changes in
Foreign Exchange Rates \u2013 Lack of Exchangeability
(endorsed, effective date 1 January 2025).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 9 \u2013 Financial Instruments and IFRS
7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures \u2013 Classification and
Measurement of Financial Instruments (not yet endorsed,
effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 1 \u2013 First-time Adoption of
International Financial Reporting Standards (not yet
endorsed, effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 7 \u2013 Financial Instruments:
Disclosures and its accompanying Guidance on
implementing IFRS 7 (not yet endorsed, effective
date\u00a01\u00a0January 2026).
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 10 \u2013 Consolidated Financial
Statements (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02026).
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 7 \u2013 Statement of Cash Flows
(not\u00a0yet\u00a0endorsed, effective date 1 January 2026).
\u2022 IFRS 18 \u2013 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial
Statements (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02027).
\u2022 IFRS 19 \u2013 Subsidiaries without Public Accountability:
Disclosures (not yet endorsed, effective date
1\u00a0January\u00a02027).
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(a) New accounting standards, interpretations and
amendments to published standards
The Group has not early adopted any other standard,
interpretation or amendment that has been issued but is not
yet effective. New standards, amendments to standards and
interpretations, as adopted by\u00a0the UK, that are effective for
annual periods beginning on\u00a01\u00a0January 2024 have been
applied in preparing these consolidated financial statements
and had no material impact on the Group.
\u2022 Amendments to IFRS 16 Leases \u2013 Lease Liability in
a\u00a0Sale and Leaseback.
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 1 \u2013 Presentation of Financial
Statements \u2013 Classification of Liabilities as Current or
Non-Current and Non-Current Liabilities with Covenants.
\u2022 Amendments to IAS 7 \u2013 Statement of Cash Flows and
IFRS 7 \u2013 Financial Instruments: Disclosures \u2013 Supplier
Finance Arrangements.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfInitialApplicationOfStandardsOrInterpretations", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-372": { "value": "
2.2 Basis of consolidation
(a) Subsidiaries
Subsidiaries are those entities controlled by the Group. Control
exists when the Group has power over an entity, exposure or
rights to variable returns from its involvement with the investee
and ability to use its power to affect those returns. The
consolidated financial statements include the assets, liabilities
and results of the Group up to 31 December each year.
The\u00a0financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the
consolidated financial statements only from the date that
control commences until the date that control ceases.
The Group applies the acquisition method to account for
business combinations. The consideration transferred for the
acquisition of a subsidiary is the fair value of the assets
transferred, the liabilities incurred to the former owners of the
acquiree and the equity interests issued by the Group. The
consideration transferred also includes the fair value of any
asset or liability resulting from a contingent consideration
arrangement. Identifiable assets acquired, liabilities and
contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are
measured initially at their fair values at the acquisition date. The
Group recognises any non-controlling interest in the acquiree
on an acquisition-by-acquisition basis, either at fair value or at
the non-controlling interest\u2019s proportionate share of the
recognised amounts of acquiree\u2019s identifiable net assets.
Transactions with non-controlling interests that do not result in
loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions \u2013 that
is, as transactions with the owners in their capacity as owners.
The difference between fair value of any consideration paid
and\u00a0the relevant share acquired of the carrying value of net
assets of the subsidiary is recorded in equity. Gains or
losses\u00a0on disposals to non-controlling interests are also
recorded in equity.
(b) Associates
Associates are those entities in which the Group has significant
influence, but not control, over the financial and operating
policies. Significant influence is generally identified with a
shareholding of between 20% and 50% of an entity\u2019s voting
rights. The consolidated financial statements include the
Group\u2019s share of the total recognised gains and losses of
associates on an equity-accounted basis from the date that
significant influence commences until the date that significant
influence ceases.
The Group\u2019s share of its associates\u2019 post-acquisition profits or
losses after tax is recognised in the income statement for each
period, and its share of the movement in the associates\u2019 net
assets is reflected in the investments\u2019 carrying values on the
statement of financial position. When the Group\u2019s share of
losses equals or exceeds the carrying amount of the associate,
the carrying amount is reduced to nil and recognition of further
losses is discontinued except to the extent that the Group has
incurred obligations in respect of the associate.
(c) Transactions eliminated on consolidation
Intragroup balances, transactions and any unrealised gains
arising from intragroup transactions are eliminated in preparing
the consolidated financial statements. Unrealised losses are
also eliminated unless the transaction provides evidence of an
impairment of the asset transferred. Foreign currency gains
and losses on intragroup monetary assets and liabilities may
not fully eliminate on consolidation when the intragroup
monetary item concerned is transacted between two Group
entities that have different functional currencies. Unrealised
gains arising from transactions with associates are eliminated
to the extent of the Group\u2019s interest in the entity. Unrealised
losses are eliminated in the same way as unrealised gains, but
only to the extent that there is no evidence of impairment.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfBasisOfConsolidationExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-374": { "value": "
(a) Subsidiaries
Subsidiaries are those entities controlled by the Group. Control
exists when the Group has power over an entity, exposure or
rights to variable returns from its involvement with the investee
and ability to use its power to affect those returns. The
consolidated financial statements include the assets, liabilities
and results of the Group up to 31 December each year.
The\u00a0financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the
consolidated financial statements only from the date that
control commences until the date that control ceases.
The Group applies the acquisition method to account for
business combinations. The consideration transferred for the
acquisition of a subsidiary is the fair value of the assets
transferred, the liabilities incurred to the former owners of the
acquiree and the equity interests issued by the Group. The
consideration transferred also includes the fair value of any
asset or liability resulting from a contingent consideration
arrangement. Identifiable assets acquired, liabilities and
contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are
measured initially at their fair values at the acquisition date. The
Group recognises any non-controlling interest in the acquiree
on an acquisition-by-acquisition basis, either at fair value or at
the non-controlling interest\u2019s proportionate share of the
recognised amounts of acquiree\u2019s identifiable net assets.
Transactions with non-controlling interests that do not result in
loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions \u2013 that
is, as transactions with the owners in their capacity as owners.
The difference between fair value of any consideration paid
and\u00a0the relevant share acquired of the carrying value of net
assets of the subsidiary is recorded in equity. Gains or
losses\u00a0on disposals to non-controlling interests are also
recorded in equity.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForBusinessCombinationsExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-373": { "value": "
(a) Subsidiaries
Subsidiaries are those entities controlled by the Group. Control
exists when the Group has power over an entity, exposure or
rights to variable returns from its involvement with the investee
and ability to use its power to affect those returns. The
consolidated financial statements include the assets, liabilities
and results of the Group up to 31 December each year.
The\u00a0financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the
consolidated financial statements only from the date that
control commences until the date that control ceases.
The Group applies the acquisition method to account for
business combinations. The consideration transferred for the
acquisition of a subsidiary is the fair value of the assets
transferred, the liabilities incurred to the former owners of the
acquiree and the equity interests issued by the Group. The
consideration transferred also includes the fair value of any
asset or liability resulting from a contingent consideration
arrangement. Identifiable assets acquired, liabilities and
contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are
measured initially at their fair values at the acquisition date. The
Group recognises any non-controlling interest in the acquiree
on an acquisition-by-acquisition basis, either at fair value or at
the non-controlling interest\u2019s proportionate share of the
recognised amounts of acquiree\u2019s identifiable net assets.
Transactions with non-controlling interests that do not result in
loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions \u2013 that
is, as transactions with the owners in their capacity as owners.
The difference between fair value of any consideration paid
and\u00a0the relevant share acquired of the carrying value of net
assets of the subsidiary is recorded in equity. Gains or
losses\u00a0on disposals to non-controlling interests are also
recorded in equity.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForSubsidiariesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-375": { "value": "
(b) Associates
Associates are those entities in which the Group has significant
influence, but not control, over the financial and operating
policies. Significant influence is generally identified with a
shareholding of between 20% and 50% of an entity\u2019s voting
rights. The consolidated financial statements include the
Group\u2019s share of the total recognised gains and losses of
associates on an equity-accounted basis from the date that
significant influence commences until the date that significant
influence ceases.
The Group\u2019s share of its associates\u2019 post-acquisition profits or
losses after tax is recognised in the income statement for each
period, and its share of the movement in the associates\u2019 net
assets is reflected in the investments\u2019 carrying values on the
statement of financial position. When the Group\u2019s share of
losses equals or exceeds the carrying amount of the associate,
the carrying amount is reduced to nil and recognition of further
losses is discontinued except to the extent that the Group has
incurred obligations in respect of the associate.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForInvestmentInAssociates", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-376": { "value": "
2.3 Foreign currency translation
(a) Functional currency
Items included in the financial statements of each of the
Group\u2019s entities are measured using the currency of the
primary economic environment in which the entity operates (the
\u2018functional currency\u2019). Entities operating in France, Germany,
The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Ireland and Belgium have a
functional currency of Euros; those subsidiary entities operating
from the USA, Bermuda, Guernsey and Syndicates have a
functional currency of US Dollars with the exception of Hiscox
Ltd, a public company incorporated and domiciled in Bermuda
with a functional currency of Sterling. Functional currencies
of\u00a0entities operating in Asia include US Dollars, Singapore
Dollars and Thai Baht. All other entities have a functional
currency of Sterling.
(b) Transactions and balances
Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional
currency using the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of
the transactions. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting
from the settlement of such transactions and from the
retranslation at year-end exchange rates of monetary assets
and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised
in the income statement, except when deferred in equity as
IFRS 9 effective net investment hedges or when the underlying
balance is deemed to form part of the Group\u2019s net investment
in a subsidiary operation and is unlikely to be settled in the
foreseeable future. Non-monetary items carried at historical
cost are translated on the statement of financial position at
the\u00a0exchange rate prevailing on the original transaction
date.\u00a0Non-monetary items measured at fair value are
translated\u00a0using the exchange rate ruling when the fair
value\u00a0was determined.
(c) Group companies
The results and financial position of all the Group entities that
have a functional currency different from the presentation
currency are translated into the presentation currency
as\u00a0follows:
\u2022 assets and liabilities for each statement of financial
position presented are\u00a0translated at the closing rate at
the\u00a0end of the reporting period;
\u2022 income and expenses for each income statement are
translated at average exchange rates (unless this average
is not a reasonable approximation of the cumulative effect
of the rates prevailing on the transaction dates, in which
case income and expenses are translated at the date of
the transactions); and
\u2022 all resulting exchange differences are recognised as a
separate component of equity.
When a foreign operation is sold, such exchange differences
are recognised in the income statement as part of the gain, or
loss, on sale.
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(a) Functional currency
Items included in the financial statements of each of the
Group\u2019s entities are measured using the currency of the
primary economic environment in which the entity operates (the
\u2018functional currency\u2019). Entities operating in France, Germany,
The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Ireland and Belgium have a
functional currency of Euros; those subsidiary entities operating
from the USA, Bermuda, Guernsey and Syndicates have a
functional currency of US Dollars with the exception of Hiscox
Ltd, a public company incorporated and domiciled in Bermuda
with a functional currency of Sterling. Functional currencies
of\u00a0entities operating in Asia include US Dollars, Singapore
Dollars and Thai Baht. All other entities have a functional
currency of Sterling.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForFunctionalCurrencyExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-378": { "value": "
2.4 Property, plant and equipment
Property, plant and equipment are stated at historical cost less
depreciation and any impairment loss. Historical cost includes
expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the
items. Subsequent costs are included in the asset\u2019s carrying
amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only
when it is probable that future economic benefits associated
with the item will flow to the Group and the cost of the item can
be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance items
are charged to the income statement during the financial
period in which they are incurred.
Land is not depreciated as it is deemed to have an indefinite
useful economic life. The cost of leasehold improvements is
amortised over the unexpired term of the underlying lease
or\u00a0the estimated useful life of the asset, whichever is
shorter.\u00a0Depreciation on other assets is calculated using
the\u00a0straight-line method to allocate their cost, less their
residual\u00a0values, over their estimated useful lives.
The rates applied are as follows:
\u2022 buildings20-50 years
\u2022 vehicles3 years
\u2022 leasehold improvements including
fixtures and fittings10-15 years
\u2022 furniture, fittings and equipment 3-15 years
The assets\u2019 residual values and useful lives are reviewed at the
end of the reporting period and adjusted if appropriate.
An asset\u2019s carrying amount is written down immediately to its
recoverable amount if the asset\u2019s carrying amount is greater
than its estimated recoverable amount. Gains and losses on
disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with the
carrying amount. These are included in the income statement.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForPropertyPlantAndEquipmentExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-379": { "value": "
Land is not depreciated as it is deemed to have an indefinite
useful economic life. The cost of leasehold improvements is
amortised over the unexpired term of the underlying lease
or\u00a0the estimated useful life of the asset, whichever is
shorter.\u00a0Depreciation on other assets is calculated using
the\u00a0straight-line method to allocate their cost, less their
residual\u00a0values, over their estimated useful lives.
The rates applied are as follows:
\u2022 buildings20-50 years
\u2022 vehicles3 years
\u2022 leasehold improvements including
fixtures and fittings10-15 years
\u2022 furniture, fittings and equipment 3-15 years
The assets\u2019 residual values and useful lives are reviewed at the
end of the reporting period and adjusted if appropriate.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForDepreciationExpenseExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-380": { "value": "
2.5 Intangible assets
(a) Goodwill
Goodwill represents amounts arising on acquisition of
subsidiaries and associates. In respect of acquisitions that
have occurred since 1 January 2004, goodwill represents
the\u00a0excess of the fair value of consideration of an acquisition
over the fair value of the Group\u2019s share of the net identifiable
assets and contingent liabilities assumed of the acquired
subsidiary or associate at the acquisition date. In respect
of\u00a0acquisitions prior to 1 January 2004, goodwill is included
on\u00a0the basis of its deemed cost, which represents the
amount\u00a0recorded under previous generally accepted
accounting principles.
Goodwill on acquisition of subsidiaries is included in intangible
assets. Goodwill on acquisition of associates is included in
investments in associates.
Goodwill is not amortised but is tested at least annually
for\u00a0impairment and carried at cost, less accumulated
impairment losses.
Goodwill is allocated to the Group\u2019s cash-generating units
identified according to the smallest identifiable group of
assets\u00a0from which cash flows are generated that are largely
independent of the cash flows generated by other assets or
group of assets.
The impairment review process examines whether or not
the\u00a0carrying value of the goodwill attributable to individual
cash-generating units exceeds its recoverable amount.
Any\u00a0excess of goodwill over the recoverable amount arising
from the review process indicates impairment. Any impairment
charges are presented as part of operational expenses. Gains
and losses on the disposal of an entity include the carrying
amount of goodwill relating to the entity sold.
(b) Other intangible assets
Intangible assets acquired separately from a business are
carried initially at cost. An intangible asset acquired as part of a
business combination is recognised outside of goodwill if the
asset is separable or arises from contractual or other legal
rights and its fair value can be measured reliably. Customer
relationships, syndicate capacity and software acquired are
capitalised at cost, being the fair value of the consideration
paid. Software is capitalised on the basis of the costs incurred
to acquire and bring it into use. Intangible assets with indefinite
lives such as syndicate capacity are subsequently valued at
cost and are subject to annual impairment assessment.
Intangible assets with finite useful lives are consequently
carried at cost, less accumulated amortisation and impairment.
The useful life of the asset is reviewed annually. Any changes in
estimated useful lives are accounted for prospectively with the
effect of the change being recognised in the current and future
periods, if relevant.
Amortisation is calculated using the straight-line method to
allocate the cost over the estimated useful lives of the
intangible assets.
Subsequent expenditure on other intangible assets is
capitalised only when it increases the future economic benefits
embodied in the specific asset to which it relates. All other
expenditure is expensed as incurred.
Those intangible assets with finite lives are assessed for
indicators of impairment at each reporting date. Where there
is\u00a0an indication of impairment then a full impairment test is
performed. An impairment loss recognised for an intangible
asset in prior years should be reversed if, and only if, there
has\u00a0been a change in the estimates used to determine the
asset\u2019s recoverable amount since the last impairment loss
was\u00a0recognised.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForIntangibleAssetsAndGoodwillExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-381": { "value": "
(a) Goodwill
Goodwill represents amounts arising on acquisition of
subsidiaries and associates. In respect of acquisitions that
have occurred since 1 January 2004, goodwill represents
the\u00a0excess of the fair value of consideration of an acquisition
over the fair value of the Group\u2019s share of the net identifiable
assets and contingent liabilities assumed of the acquired
subsidiary or associate at the acquisition date. In respect
of\u00a0acquisitions prior to 1 January 2004, goodwill is included
on\u00a0the basis of its deemed cost, which represents the
amount\u00a0recorded under previous generally accepted
accounting principles.
Goodwill on acquisition of subsidiaries is included in intangible
assets. Goodwill on acquisition of associates is included in
investments in associates.
Goodwill is not amortised but is tested at least annually
for\u00a0impairment and carried at cost, less accumulated
impairment losses.
Goodwill is allocated to the Group\u2019s cash-generating units
identified according to the smallest identifiable group of
assets\u00a0from which cash flows are generated that are largely
independent of the cash flows generated by other assets or
group of assets.
The impairment review process examines whether or not
the\u00a0carrying value of the goodwill attributable to individual
cash-generating units exceeds its recoverable amount.
Any\u00a0excess of goodwill over the recoverable amount arising
from the review process indicates impairment. Any impairment
charges are presented as part of operational expenses. Gains
and losses on the disposal of an entity include the carrying
amount of goodwill relating to the entity sold.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForGoodwillExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-382": { "value": "
(b) Other intangible assets
Intangible assets acquired separately from a business are
carried initially at cost. An intangible asset acquired as part of a
business combination is recognised outside of goodwill if the
asset is separable or arises from contractual or other legal
rights and its fair value can be measured reliably. Customer
relationships, syndicate capacity and software acquired are
capitalised at cost, being the fair value of the consideration
paid. Software is capitalised on the basis of the costs incurred
to acquire and bring it into use. Intangible assets with indefinite
lives such as syndicate capacity are subsequently valued at
cost and are subject to annual impairment assessment.
Intangible assets with finite useful lives are consequently
carried at cost, less accumulated amortisation and impairment.
The useful life of the asset is reviewed annually. Any changes in
estimated useful lives are accounted for prospectively with the
effect of the change being recognised in the current and future
periods, if relevant.
Amortisation is calculated using the straight-line method to
allocate the cost over the estimated useful lives of the
intangible assets.
Subsequent expenditure on other intangible assets is
capitalised only when it increases the future economic benefits
embodied in the specific asset to which it relates. All other
expenditure is expensed as incurred.
Those intangible assets with finite lives are assessed for
indicators of impairment at each reporting date. Where there
is\u00a0an indication of impairment then a full impairment test is
performed. An impairment loss recognised for an intangible
asset in prior years should be reversed if, and only if, there
has\u00a0been a change in the estimates used to determine the
asset\u2019s recoverable amount since the last impairment loss
was\u00a0recognised.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForIntangibleAssetsOtherThanGoodwillExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-384": { "value": "
2.6 Impairment of non-financial assets
Non-financial assets (such as goodwill, an intangible asset
or\u00a0item of property, plant and equipment) that have an
indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are
tested annually or whenever there is an indication of
impairment. Assets that are subject to amortisation are
reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in
circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not
be\u00a0recoverable.
Objective factors that are considered when determining
whether a non-financial asset or group of non-financial assets
may be impaired include, but are not limited to, the following:
\u2022 adverse economic, regulatory or environmental conditions
that may restrict future cash flows and asset usage
and/or recoverability;
\"\"
\u2022 the likelihood of accelerated obsolescence arising from
the development of new technologies and products; and
\u2022 the disintegration of the active market(s) to which the
asset is related.
An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the
asset\u2019s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The
recoverable amount is the higher of an asset\u2019s fair value less
costs to sell or value in use. For the purpose of assessing
impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which
there are separately identifiable cash flows (cash-generating
units). Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the
carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised
estimate of its recoverable amount, but only to the extent that
the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying
amount that would have been determined had no impairment
loss been recognised for the asset in prior periods. A reversal
of an impairment loss is recognised as income immediately.
Impairment losses recognised in respect of goodwill are not
subsequently reversed.
(b) Impairment allowances
An expected credit loss (ECL) model is applicable for all assets
measured at amortised cost and FVOCI. The assessment of
credit risk and the estimation of an ECL are unbiased,
probability-weighted and incorporate all available information
relevant to the assessment, including information about past
events, current conditions and reasonable and supportable
forecasts of economic conditions at the reporting date. The
forward-looking aspect of IFRS 9 requires judgement as to
how changes in economic factors affect ECLs. Impairment
charges are recognised in the Income Statement within
operational expenses.
The ECL is a three-stage model based on forward-looking
information regarding changes in credit quality since inception.\u00a0
Credit risk is measured using a probability of default (PD);
exposure at default (EAD); and loss given default (LGD)
approach as follows.
\u2022 PD is an estimate of the likelihood of default of the asset.
\u2022 EAD is an estimate of the exposure at that future default
date, taking into account expected changes in the
exposure after the reporting date.
\u2022 LGD is an estimate of the loss arising in the case where
a\u00a0default occurs at a given time. It is based on the
difference between the contractual cash flows due and
those that the Group would expect to receive. It is usually
expressed as a percentage of the exposure at default.
The three stages of ECL are defined and assessed as follows.
\u2022 Stage 1 \u2013 no significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a 12-month PD.
\u2022 Stage 2 \u2013 a significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a lifetime PD.
\u2022 Stage 3 \u2013 credit impaired, ECL is calculated using a
lifetime PD.
A significant increase in credit risk is considered to have
incurred when payments are 30 days past due, or earlier if
other factors indicate the risk has increased significantly since
inception. Financial assets are written off when there is no
reasonable expectation of recovery on a case-by-case basis.
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2.6 Impairment of non-financial assets
Non-financial assets (such as goodwill, an intangible asset
or\u00a0item of property, plant and equipment) that have an
indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are
tested annually or whenever there is an indication of
impairment. Assets that are subject to amortisation are
reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in
circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not
be\u00a0recoverable.
Objective factors that are considered when determining
whether a non-financial asset or group of non-financial assets
may be impaired include, but are not limited to, the following:
\u2022 adverse economic, regulatory or environmental conditions
that may restrict future cash flows and asset usage
and/or recoverability;
\"\"
\u2022 the likelihood of accelerated obsolescence arising from
the development of new technologies and products; and
\u2022 the disintegration of the active market(s) to which the
asset is related.
An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the
asset\u2019s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The
recoverable amount is the higher of an asset\u2019s fair value less
costs to sell or value in use. For the purpose of assessing
impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which
there are separately identifiable cash flows (cash-generating
units). Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the
carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised
estimate of its recoverable amount, but only to the extent that
the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying
amount that would have been determined had no impairment
loss been recognised for the asset in prior periods. A reversal
of an impairment loss is recognised as income immediately.
Impairment losses recognised in respect of goodwill are not
subsequently reversed.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForImpairmentOfNonfinancialAssetsExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-386": { "value": "
2.7 Financial assets and liabilities
The Group classifies its financial assets in the following
measurement categories, which depend on the business
model for managing the financial assets and the contractual
terms of the cash flows.
\u2022 Amortised cost: assets that are held for collection of
contractual cash flows, where those cash flows
represent\u00a0solely payments of principal and interest
(SPPI),\u00a0and that are not designated at fair value
through\u00a0profit or loss (FVPL), are measured at
amortised\u00a0cost. Interest income from these
financial\u00a0assets is included in interest income using
the\u00a0effective interest rate method. Such assets
held\u00a0by\u00a0the Group include cash and cash equivalents,
receivables from brokers, prepayments and accrued
income, receivables and accrued interest and
other\u00a0debtors.
\u2022 Fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI):
assets that are held for collection of contractual cash
flows and for selling the financial assets, and where
the\u00a0cash flows represent SPPI, and that are not
designated as FVPL, are measured at FVOCI.
Movements\u00a0in the carrying amount are taken through
OCI, except for the recognition of impairment gains
or\u00a0losses, interest revenue and foreign exchange
gains\u00a0and losses which are recognised in profit or
loss.\u00a0When the financial asset\u00a0is derecognised, the
cumulative gain or loss on the\u00a0instrument\u2019s amortised
cost previously recognised in\u00a0OCI\u00a0is reclassified from
equity to profit or loss. Interest\u00a0from these financial
assets\u00a0is included in interest\u00a0income using the
effective\u00a0interest rate method.\u00a0The Group does not
hold\u00a0any assets at FVOCI\u00a0as the business model
criteria\u00a0are not met.
\u2022 Fair value through profit or loss (FVPL): assets that
do\u00a0not\u00a0meet the criteria for amortised cost or
FVOCI\u00a0are\u00a0measured at FVPL. Assets can also be
designated\u00a0to\u00a0FVPL if in doing so it eliminates, or
significantly reduces, an accounting mismatch. The
gains\u00a0or losses\u00a0arising from\u00a0fair value changes on
assets\u00a0measured at FVPL are\u00a0recognised in profit or
loss\u00a0and presented within the investment result in the
period in which it arises. The Group\u2019s investment
assets\u00a0in this category include government bonds,
corporate bonds, asset and mortgage-backed
securities,\u00a0other fixed income holdings,\u00a0equities,
investment funds, private credit funds,\u00a0insurance-linked
funds and derivatives. All these\u00a0assets are at
FVPL\u00a0because of the business model\u00a0test and
the\u00a0characteristics of the associated contractual
cash\u00a0flows.\u00a0
(a) Recognition
The Group recognises a financial asset or a financial
liability\u00a0in\u00a0its statement of financial position when, and
only\u00a0when, it\u00a0becomes a party to the contractual
provisions\u00a0of\u00a0the instrument. At initial recognition, the
Group\u00a0measures a\u00a0financial asset at its fair value plus, in
the\u00a0case of a financial asset not at fair value through profit
or\u00a0loss, transaction costs that are incremental and directly
attributable to the acquisition or issue of the financial asset.
Transaction costs of financial assets carried at FVPL are
expensed in profit or loss.
(b) Impairment allowances
An expected credit loss (ECL) model is applicable for all assets
measured at amortised cost and FVOCI. The assessment of
credit risk and the estimation of an ECL are unbiased,
probability-weighted and incorporate all available information
relevant to the assessment, including information about past
events, current conditions and reasonable and supportable
forecasts of economic conditions at the reporting date. The
forward-looking aspect of IFRS 9 requires judgement as to
how changes in economic factors affect ECLs. Impairment
charges are recognised in the Income Statement within
operational expenses.
The ECL is a three-stage model based on forward-looking
information regarding changes in credit quality since inception.\u00a0
Credit risk is measured using a probability of default (PD);
exposure at default (EAD); and loss given default (LGD)
approach as follows.
\u2022 PD is an estimate of the likelihood of default of the asset.
\u2022 EAD is an estimate of the exposure at that future default
date, taking into account expected changes in the
exposure after the reporting date.
\u2022 LGD is an estimate of the loss arising in the case where
a\u00a0default occurs at a given time. It is based on the
difference between the contractual cash flows due and
those that the Group would expect to receive. It is usually
expressed as a percentage of the exposure at default.
The three stages of ECL are defined and assessed as follows.
\u2022 Stage 1 \u2013 no significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a 12-month PD.
\u2022 Stage 2 \u2013 a significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a lifetime PD.
\u2022 Stage 3 \u2013 credit impaired, ECL is calculated using a
lifetime PD.
A significant increase in credit risk is considered to have
incurred when payments are 30 days past due, or earlier if
other factors indicate the risk has increased significantly since
inception. Financial assets are written off when there is no
reasonable expectation of recovery on a case-by-case basis.
\"\"
(c) Derecognition
Financial assets are derecognised when the contractual
rights\u00a0to receive the cash flows from the financial assets
have\u00a0expired; or they have been transferred and the Group
transfers\u00a0substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership;
or\u00a0they have been transferred and the Group neither transfers
nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership
and the Group has not retained control. Any gain or loss
arising\u00a0from derecognition is recognised directly in the
income\u00a0statement. A financial liability is derecognised when
the\u00a0obligation under that liability is discharged, cancelled
or\u00a0expires.
(d) Investment income
The total gain/loss from financial assets carried at fair
value\u00a0through profit or loss (FVPL) is recognised in profit
or\u00a0loss\u00a0and\u00a0disclosed in the notes as investment income
comprising\u00a0interest received, realised gains/losses and
unrealised gains/losses.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForFinancialAssetsExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-385": { "value": "
2.7 Financial assets and liabilities
The Group classifies its financial assets in the following
measurement categories, which depend on the business
model for managing the financial assets and the contractual
terms of the cash flows.
\u2022 Amortised cost: assets that are held for collection of
contractual cash flows, where those cash flows
represent\u00a0solely payments of principal and interest
(SPPI),\u00a0and that are not designated at fair value
through\u00a0profit or loss (FVPL), are measured at
amortised\u00a0cost. Interest income from these
financial\u00a0assets is included in interest income using
the\u00a0effective interest rate method. Such assets
held\u00a0by\u00a0the Group include cash and cash equivalents,
receivables from brokers, prepayments and accrued
income, receivables and accrued interest and
other\u00a0debtors.
\u2022 Fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI):
assets that are held for collection of contractual cash
flows and for selling the financial assets, and where
the\u00a0cash flows represent SPPI, and that are not
designated as FVPL, are measured at FVOCI.
Movements\u00a0in the carrying amount are taken through
OCI, except for the recognition of impairment gains
or\u00a0losses, interest revenue and foreign exchange
gains\u00a0and losses which are recognised in profit or
loss.\u00a0When the financial asset\u00a0is derecognised, the
cumulative gain or loss on the\u00a0instrument\u2019s amortised
cost previously recognised in\u00a0OCI\u00a0is reclassified from
equity to profit or loss. Interest\u00a0from these financial
assets\u00a0is included in interest\u00a0income using the
effective\u00a0interest rate method.\u00a0The Group does not
hold\u00a0any assets at FVOCI\u00a0as the business model
criteria\u00a0are not met.
\u2022 Fair value through profit or loss (FVPL): assets that
do\u00a0not\u00a0meet the criteria for amortised cost or
FVOCI\u00a0are\u00a0measured at FVPL. Assets can also be
designated\u00a0to\u00a0FVPL if in doing so it eliminates, or
significantly reduces, an accounting mismatch. The
gains\u00a0or losses\u00a0arising from\u00a0fair value changes on
assets\u00a0measured at FVPL are\u00a0recognised in profit or
loss\u00a0and presented within the investment result in the
period in which it arises. The Group\u2019s investment
assets\u00a0in this category include government bonds,
corporate bonds, asset and mortgage-backed
securities,\u00a0other fixed income holdings,\u00a0equities,
investment funds, private credit funds,\u00a0insurance-linked
funds and derivatives. All these\u00a0assets are at
FVPL\u00a0because of the business model\u00a0test and
the\u00a0characteristics of the associated contractual
cash\u00a0flows.\u00a0
(a) Recognition
The Group recognises a financial asset or a financial
liability\u00a0in\u00a0its statement of financial position when, and
only\u00a0when, it\u00a0becomes a party to the contractual
provisions\u00a0of\u00a0the instrument. At initial recognition, the
Group\u00a0measures a\u00a0financial asset at its fair value plus, in
the\u00a0case of a financial asset not at fair value through profit
or\u00a0loss, transaction costs that are incremental and directly
attributable to the acquisition or issue of the financial asset.
Transaction costs of financial assets carried at FVPL are
expensed in profit or loss.
(b) Impairment allowances
An expected credit loss (ECL) model is applicable for all assets
measured at amortised cost and FVOCI. The assessment of
credit risk and the estimation of an ECL are unbiased,
probability-weighted and incorporate all available information
relevant to the assessment, including information about past
events, current conditions and reasonable and supportable
forecasts of economic conditions at the reporting date. The
forward-looking aspect of IFRS 9 requires judgement as to
how changes in economic factors affect ECLs. Impairment
charges are recognised in the Income Statement within
operational expenses.
The ECL is a three-stage model based on forward-looking
information regarding changes in credit quality since inception.\u00a0
Credit risk is measured using a probability of default (PD);
exposure at default (EAD); and loss given default (LGD)
approach as follows.
\u2022 PD is an estimate of the likelihood of default of the asset.
\u2022 EAD is an estimate of the exposure at that future default
date, taking into account expected changes in the
exposure after the reporting date.
\u2022 LGD is an estimate of the loss arising in the case where
a\u00a0default occurs at a given time. It is based on the
difference between the contractual cash flows due and
those that the Group would expect to receive. It is usually
expressed as a percentage of the exposure at default.
The three stages of ECL are defined and assessed as follows.
\u2022 Stage 1 \u2013 no significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a 12-month PD.
\u2022 Stage 2 \u2013 a significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a lifetime PD.
\u2022 Stage 3 \u2013 credit impaired, ECL is calculated using a
lifetime PD.
A significant increase in credit risk is considered to have
incurred when payments are 30 days past due, or earlier if
other factors indicate the risk has increased significantly since
inception. Financial assets are written off when there is no
reasonable expectation of recovery on a case-by-case basis.
\"\"
(c) Derecognition
Financial assets are derecognised when the contractual
rights\u00a0to receive the cash flows from the financial assets
have\u00a0expired; or they have been transferred and the Group
transfers\u00a0substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership;
or\u00a0they have been transferred and the Group neither transfers
nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership
and the Group has not retained control. Any gain or loss
arising\u00a0from derecognition is recognised directly in the
income\u00a0statement. A financial liability is derecognised when
the\u00a0obligation under that liability is discharged, cancelled
or\u00a0expires.
(d) Investment income
The total gain/loss from financial assets carried at fair
value\u00a0through profit or loss (FVPL) is recognised in profit
or\u00a0loss\u00a0and\u00a0disclosed in the notes as investment income
comprising\u00a0interest received, realised gains/losses and
unrealised gains/losses.
(e) Financial liabilities
At initial recognition, the Group classifies a financial liability
at\u00a0fair value and subsequently at amortised cost using the
effective interest rate method. Financial liabilities mainly
include\u00a0payables to brokerage customers, short-term
borrowings, long-term borrowings and bonds payable.
When all or part of the current obligations of a financial liability
have been discharged, the Group derecognises the portion of
the financial liability or obligation that has been discharged. The
difference between the carrying amount of the derecognised
liability and the consideration is recognised in profit or loss.
Derivative financial liabilities are measured at fair value through
profit or loss. All the related realised and unrealised gains or
losses and transaction costs are recognised in profit or loss.
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The Group classifies its financial assets in the following
measurement categories, which depend on the business
model for managing the financial assets and the contractual
terms of the cash flows.
\u2022 Amortised cost: assets that are held for collection of
contractual cash flows, where those cash flows
represent\u00a0solely payments of principal and interest
(SPPI),\u00a0and that are not designated at fair value
through\u00a0profit or loss (FVPL), are measured at
amortised\u00a0cost. Interest income from these
financial\u00a0assets is included in interest income using
the\u00a0effective interest rate method. Such assets
held\u00a0by\u00a0the Group include cash and cash equivalents,
receivables from brokers, prepayments and accrued
income, receivables and accrued interest and
other\u00a0debtors.
\u2022 Fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI):
assets that are held for collection of contractual cash
flows and for selling the financial assets, and where
the\u00a0cash flows represent SPPI, and that are not
designated as FVPL, are measured at FVOCI.
Movements\u00a0in the carrying amount are taken through
OCI, except for the recognition of impairment gains
or\u00a0losses, interest revenue and foreign exchange
gains\u00a0and losses which are recognised in profit or
loss.\u00a0When the financial asset\u00a0is derecognised, the
cumulative gain or loss on the\u00a0instrument\u2019s amortised
cost previously recognised in\u00a0OCI\u00a0is reclassified from
equity to profit or loss. Interest\u00a0from these financial
assets\u00a0is included in interest\u00a0income using the
effective\u00a0interest rate method.\u00a0The Group does not
hold\u00a0any assets at FVOCI\u00a0as the business model
criteria\u00a0are not met.
\u2022 Fair value through profit or loss (FVPL): assets that
do\u00a0not\u00a0meet the criteria for amortised cost or
FVOCI\u00a0are\u00a0measured at FVPL. Assets can also be
designated\u00a0to\u00a0FVPL if in doing so it eliminates, or
significantly reduces, an accounting mismatch. The
gains\u00a0or losses\u00a0arising from\u00a0fair value changes on
assets\u00a0measured at FVPL are\u00a0recognised in profit or
loss\u00a0and presented within the investment result in the
period in which it arises. The Group\u2019s investment
assets\u00a0in this category include government bonds,
corporate bonds, asset and mortgage-backed
securities,\u00a0other fixed income holdings,\u00a0equities,
investment funds, private credit funds,\u00a0insurance-linked
funds and derivatives. All these\u00a0assets are at
FVPL\u00a0because of the business model\u00a0test and
the\u00a0characteristics of the associated contractual
cash\u00a0flows.\u00a0
(a) Recognition
The Group recognises a financial asset or a financial
liability\u00a0in\u00a0its statement of financial position when, and
only\u00a0when, it\u00a0becomes a party to the contractual
provisions\u00a0of\u00a0the instrument. At initial recognition, the
Group\u00a0measures a\u00a0financial asset at its fair value plus, in
the\u00a0case of a financial asset not at fair value through profit
or\u00a0loss, transaction costs that are incremental and directly
attributable to the acquisition or issue of the financial asset.
Transaction costs of financial assets carried at FVPL are
expensed in profit or loss.
(b) Impairment allowances
An expected credit loss (ECL) model is applicable for all assets
measured at amortised cost and FVOCI. The assessment of
credit risk and the estimation of an ECL are unbiased,
probability-weighted and incorporate all available information
relevant to the assessment, including information about past
events, current conditions and reasonable and supportable
forecasts of economic conditions at the reporting date. The
forward-looking aspect of IFRS 9 requires judgement as to
how changes in economic factors affect ECLs. Impairment
charges are recognised in the Income Statement within
operational expenses.
The ECL is a three-stage model based on forward-looking
information regarding changes in credit quality since inception.\u00a0
Credit risk is measured using a probability of default (PD);
exposure at default (EAD); and loss given default (LGD)
approach as follows.
\u2022 PD is an estimate of the likelihood of default of the asset.
\u2022 EAD is an estimate of the exposure at that future default
date, taking into account expected changes in the
exposure after the reporting date.
\u2022 LGD is an estimate of the loss arising in the case where
a\u00a0default occurs at a given time. It is based on the
difference between the contractual cash flows due and
those that the Group would expect to receive. It is usually
expressed as a percentage of the exposure at default.
The three stages of ECL are defined and assessed as follows.
\u2022 Stage 1 \u2013 no significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a 12-month PD.
\u2022 Stage 2 \u2013 a significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a lifetime PD.
\u2022 Stage 3 \u2013 credit impaired, ECL is calculated using a
lifetime PD.
A significant increase in credit risk is considered to have
incurred when payments are 30 days past due, or earlier if
other factors indicate the risk has increased significantly since
inception. Financial assets are written off when there is no
reasonable expectation of recovery on a case-by-case basis.
\"\"
(c) Derecognition
Financial assets are derecognised when the contractual
rights\u00a0to receive the cash flows from the financial assets
have\u00a0expired; or they have been transferred and the Group
transfers\u00a0substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership;
or\u00a0they have been transferred and the Group neither transfers
nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership
and the Group has not retained control. Any gain or loss
arising\u00a0from derecognition is recognised directly in the
income\u00a0statement. A financial liability is derecognised when
the\u00a0obligation under that liability is discharged, cancelled
or\u00a0expires.
(d) Investment income
The total gain/loss from financial assets carried at fair
value\u00a0through profit or loss (FVPL) is recognised in profit
or\u00a0loss\u00a0and\u00a0disclosed in the notes as investment income
comprising\u00a0interest received, realised gains/losses and
unrealised gains/losses.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForFinancialInstrumentsAtFairValueThroughProfitOrLossExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-387": { "value": "
The Group classifies its financial assets in the following
measurement categories, which depend on the business
model for managing the financial assets and the contractual
terms of the cash flows.
\u2022 Amortised cost: assets that are held for collection of
contractual cash flows, where those cash flows
represent\u00a0solely payments of principal and interest
(SPPI),\u00a0and that are not designated at fair value
through\u00a0profit or loss (FVPL), are measured at
amortised\u00a0cost. Interest income from these
financial\u00a0assets is included in interest income using
the\u00a0effective interest rate method. Such assets
held\u00a0by\u00a0the Group include cash and cash equivalents,
receivables from brokers, prepayments and accrued
income, receivables and accrued interest and
other\u00a0debtors.
\u2022 Fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI):
assets that are held for collection of contractual cash
flows and for selling the financial assets, and where
the\u00a0cash flows represent SPPI, and that are not
designated as FVPL, are measured at FVOCI.
Movements\u00a0in the carrying amount are taken through
OCI, except for the recognition of impairment gains
or\u00a0losses, interest revenue and foreign exchange
gains\u00a0and losses which are recognised in profit or
loss.\u00a0When the financial asset\u00a0is derecognised, the
cumulative gain or loss on the\u00a0instrument\u2019s amortised
cost previously recognised in\u00a0OCI\u00a0is reclassified from
equity to profit or loss. Interest\u00a0from these financial
assets\u00a0is included in interest\u00a0income using the
effective\u00a0interest rate method.\u00a0The Group does not
hold\u00a0any assets at FVOCI\u00a0as the business model
criteria\u00a0are not met.
\u2022 Fair value through profit or loss (FVPL): assets that
do\u00a0not\u00a0meet the criteria for amortised cost or
FVOCI\u00a0are\u00a0measured at FVPL. Assets can also be
designated\u00a0to\u00a0FVPL if in doing so it eliminates, or
significantly reduces, an accounting mismatch. The
gains\u00a0or losses\u00a0arising from\u00a0fair value changes on
assets\u00a0measured at FVPL are\u00a0recognised in profit or
loss\u00a0and presented within the investment result in the
period in which it arises. The Group\u2019s investment
assets\u00a0in this category include government bonds,
corporate bonds, asset and mortgage-backed
securities,\u00a0other fixed income holdings,\u00a0equities,
investment funds, private credit funds,\u00a0insurance-linked
funds and derivatives. All these\u00a0assets are at
FVPL\u00a0because of the business model\u00a0test and
the\u00a0characteristics of the associated contractual
cash\u00a0flows.", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForFairValueMeasurementExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-389": { "value": "
(b) Impairment allowances
An expected credit loss (ECL) model is applicable for all assets
measured at amortised cost and FVOCI. The assessment of
credit risk and the estimation of an ECL are unbiased,
probability-weighted and incorporate all available information
relevant to the assessment, including information about past
events, current conditions and reasonable and supportable
forecasts of economic conditions at the reporting date. The
forward-looking aspect of IFRS 9 requires judgement as to
how changes in economic factors affect ECLs. Impairment
charges are recognised in the Income Statement within
operational expenses.
The ECL is a three-stage model based on forward-looking
information regarding changes in credit quality since inception.\u00a0
Credit risk is measured using a probability of default (PD);
exposure at default (EAD); and loss given default (LGD)
approach as follows.
\u2022 PD is an estimate of the likelihood of default of the asset.
\u2022 EAD is an estimate of the exposure at that future default
date, taking into account expected changes in the
exposure after the reporting date.
\u2022 LGD is an estimate of the loss arising in the case where
a\u00a0default occurs at a given time. It is based on the
difference between the contractual cash flows due and
those that the Group would expect to receive. It is usually
expressed as a percentage of the exposure at default.
The three stages of ECL are defined and assessed as follows.
\u2022 Stage 1 \u2013 no significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a 12-month PD.
\u2022 Stage 2 \u2013 a significant increase in credit risk since
inception, ECL is calculated using a lifetime PD.
\u2022 Stage 3 \u2013 credit impaired, ECL is calculated using a
lifetime PD.
A significant increase in credit risk is considered to have
incurred when payments are 30 days past due, or earlier if
other factors indicate the risk has increased significantly since
inception. Financial assets are written off when there is no
reasonable expectation of recovery on a case-by-case basis.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForImpairmentOfFinancialAssetsExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-390": { "value": "
(c) Derecognition
Financial assets are derecognised when the contractual
rights\u00a0to receive the cash flows from the financial assets
have\u00a0expired; or they have been transferred and the Group
transfers\u00a0substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership;
or\u00a0they have been transferred and the Group neither transfers
nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership
and the Group has not retained control. Any gain or loss
arising\u00a0from derecognition is recognised directly in the
income\u00a0statement. A financial liability is derecognised when
the\u00a0obligation under that liability is discharged, cancelled
or\u00a0expires.
(d) Investment income
The total gain/loss from financial assets carried at fair
value\u00a0through profit or loss (FVPL) is recognised in profit
or\u00a0loss\u00a0and\u00a0disclosed in the notes as investment income
comprising\u00a0interest received, realised gains/losses and
unrealised gains/losses.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForDerecognitionOfFinancialInstrumentsExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-391": { "value": "
(d) Investment income
The total gain/loss from financial assets carried at fair
value\u00a0through profit or loss (FVPL) is recognised in profit
or\u00a0loss\u00a0and\u00a0disclosed in the notes as investment income
comprising\u00a0interest received, realised gains/losses and
unrealised gains/losses.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForInterestIncomeAndExpenseExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-392": { "value": "
(e) Financial liabilities
At initial recognition, the Group classifies a financial liability
at\u00a0fair value and subsequently at amortised cost using the
effective interest rate method. Financial liabilities mainly
include\u00a0payables to brokerage customers, short-term
borrowings, long-term borrowings and bonds payable.
When all or part of the current obligations of a financial liability
have been discharged, the Group derecognises the portion of
the financial liability or obligation that has been discharged. The
difference between the carrying amount of the derecognised
liability and the consideration is recognised in profit or loss.
Derivative financial liabilities are measured at fair value through
profit or loss. All the related realised and unrealised gains or
losses and transaction costs are recognised in profit or loss.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForFinancialLiabilitiesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-393": { "value": "
2.8 Cash and cash equivalents
The Group has classified cash deposits and short-term
highly-liquid investments as cash and cash equivalents.
These\u00a0assets are readily convertible into known amounts of
cash and are subject to inconsequential changes in value.
Cash equivalents are financial investments with less than
three\u00a0months to maturity at the date of acquisition.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyToDetermineComponentsOfCashAndCashEquivalents", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-396": { "value": "
2.9 Derivative financial instruments
Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date
on\u00a0which a derivative contract is entered into and are
subsequently valued at fair value at the end of the reporting
period. Fair values are obtained from quoted market values
and, if these are not available, valuation techniques including
option pricing models are used as appropriate. The method of
recognising the resulting gain or loss depends on whether the
derivative is designated as a hedging instrument and, if so, the
nature of the item being hedged. For derivatives not formally
designated as a hedging instrument, fair value changes are
recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.
Changes in the value of derivatives and other financial
instruments formally designated as hedges of net investments
in foreign operations are recognised in the currency translation
reserve to the extent they are effective; gains or losses relating
to the ineffective portion of the hedging instruments are
recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.
The Group had no derivative instruments designated for hedge
accounting during the current period and prior financial year.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForHedgingExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-395": { "value": "
2.9 Derivative financial instruments
Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date
on\u00a0which a derivative contract is entered into and are
subsequently valued at fair value at the end of the reporting
period. Fair values are obtained from quoted market values
and, if these are not available, valuation techniques including
option pricing models are used as appropriate. The method of
recognising the resulting gain or loss depends on whether the
derivative is designated as a hedging instrument and, if so, the
nature of the item being hedged. For derivatives not formally
designated as a hedging instrument, fair value changes are
recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.
Changes in the value of derivatives and other financial
instruments formally designated as hedges of net investments
in foreign operations are recognised in the currency translation
reserve to the extent they are effective; gains or losses relating
to the ineffective portion of the hedging instruments are
recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.
The Group had no derivative instruments designated for hedge
accounting during the current period and prior financial year.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForDerivativeFinancialInstrumentsAndHedgingExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-394": { "value": "
2.9 Derivative financial instruments
Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date
on\u00a0which a derivative contract is entered into and are
subsequently valued at fair value at the end of the reporting
period. Fair values are obtained from quoted market values
and, if these are not available, valuation techniques including
option pricing models are used as appropriate. The method of
recognising the resulting gain or loss depends on whether the
derivative is designated as a hedging instrument and, if so, the
nature of the item being hedged. For derivatives not formally
designated as a hedging instrument, fair value changes are
recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.
Changes in the value of derivatives and other financial
instruments formally designated as hedges of net investments
in foreign operations are recognised in the currency translation
reserve to the extent they are effective; gains or losses relating
to the ineffective portion of the hedging instruments are
recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.
The Group had no derivative instruments designated for hedge
accounting during the current period and prior financial year.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForDerivativeFinancialInstrumentsExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-397": { "value": "
2.10 Own shares
Where any Group company purchases the Parent Company\u2019s
equity share capital (own shares), the consideration paid,
including any directly attributable incremental costs (net of
income taxes) is deducted from equity attributable to the
Company\u2019s owners on consolidation. Where such shares are
subsequently sold, reissued or otherwise disposed of, any
consideration received is included in equity attributable to the
Company\u2019s owners, net of any directly attributable incremental
transaction costs and the related tax effects.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForTreasurySharesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-399": { "value": "
2.11 Insurance and reinsurance contracts
The accounting policy set out below is applicable to insurance
and reinsurance contracts that are issued by the Group
and\u00a0reinsurance contracts held by the Group unless
indicated\u00a0otherwise.
(a) Classification
Insurance contracts are defined as those containing significant
insurance risk. Significant insurance risk criteria are met if,
and\u00a0only if, an insured event could cause an insurer to make
significant additional payments in any scenario, excluding
scenarios that lack commercial substance, at the inception
of\u00a0the contract. Such contracts remain insurance contracts
until all rights and obligations are extinguished or expire.
The Group issues short-term casualty and property
(re)insurance contracts in the normal course of business,
under\u00a0which it accepts significant insurance risk from its
policyholders. The Group also enters into ceded reinsurance
contracts with reinsurers under which the Group transfers
significant insurance risk to reinsurers and is compensated
for\u00a0claims on contracts issued by the Group.
(b) Separating components
The Group assesses its insurance and reinsurance products
to\u00a0determine whether they contain distinct components which
must be accounted for under another IFRS instead of under
IFRS 17. After separating any distinct components, the Group
applies IFRS 17 to all remaining components of the (host)
insurance contract. Currently, the Group\u2019s products do not
include any distinct components that require separation.
Some reinsurance contracts issued contain profit commission
arrangements. Under these arrangements, there is a
guaranteed minimum amount that the policyholder will always
receive \u2013 either in the form of profit commission, or as claims,
or another contractual payment irrespective of the insured
event happening. The guaranteed minimum amounts have
been assessed to be highly interrelated with the insurance
component of the reinsurance contracts and are, therefore,
non-distinct investment components which are not accounted
for separately. However, receipts and payments of these
investment components are excluded from insurance revenue
and expenses.
(c) Level of aggregation
Insurance contracts are aggregated into groups for
measurement purposes. The level of aggregation for the Group
is determined firstly by grouping contracts into portfolios which,
\"\"
with some limited exceptions, are set as the reserving classes
of each legal entity. Portfolios comprise groups of contracts
with similar risks which are managed together. Portfolios are
further divided based on expected profitability at inception
into\u00a0three categories: onerous contracts, contracts with no
significant risk of becoming onerous, and the remainder.
No\u00a0group for level of aggregation purposes may contain
contracts issued more than one year apart. The grouping
of\u00a0contracts is not subsequently reconsidered.
A group of insurance contracts is considered to be onerous
at\u00a0initial recognition if the fulfilment cash flows allocated to
that\u00a0group of contracts in total are a net outflow. That is if
the\u00a0present value of expected claims, attributable expenses
and\u00a0risk adjustment exceeds the premium.
Portfolios of reinsurance contracts held are assessed
for\u00a0aggregation separately from portfolios of insurance
contracts\u00a0issued. Reinsurance contracts held cannot
be\u00a0onerous.
(d) Recognition and derecognition
Groups of insurance contracts issued are initially recognised
from the earliest of the following:
\u2022 the beginning of the coverage period;
\u2022 the date when the first payment from the policyholder
is\u00a0due, or actually received if there is no due date; and
\u2022 when the Group determines that a group of contracts
becomes onerous.
Insurance contracts acquired in a business combination
within\u00a0the scope of IFRS 3 Business Combinations or a
portfolio transfer are accounted for as if they were entered
into\u00a0at the\u00a0date of acquisition or transfer.
Reinsurance contracts held are recognised as follows:
\u2022 a group of reinsurance contracts held that provide
proportionate coverage is recognised at the later of
the\u00a0following dates (unless underlying contracts are
onerous, in which case earlier recognition is required):
o the beginning of the coverage period of the
group;\u00a0and
o the initial recognition of any underlying
insurance\u00a0contract;
\u2022 all other groups of reinsurance contracts held are
recognised from the beginning of the coverage period
of\u00a0the group of reinsurance contracts held; unless the
Group entered into the reinsurance contract held at
or\u00a0before the date when an onerous group of
underlying\u00a0contracts is recognised prior to the
beginning\u00a0of the coverage period of the group of
reinsurance contracts\u00a0held, in which case the
reinsurance\u00a0contract\u00a0held is recognised at the same
time\u00a0as\u00a0the\u00a0group\u00a0of underlying insurance contracts
is\u00a0recognised.
Only contracts that individually meet the recognition criteria
by\u00a0the end of the reporting period are included in the
groups.\u00a0When contracts meet the recognition criteria in
the\u00a0groups after\u00a0the reporting date, they are added to
the\u00a0groups in the reporting period in which they meet the
recognition criteria. The\u00a0composition of the groups is not
reassessed in subsequent periods.
An insurance contract is derecognised when it is:
\u2022 extinguished (that is, when the obligation specified in
the\u00a0insurance contract expires or is discharged or
cancelled); or
\u2022 the contract is modified such that the modification results
in a change in the measurement model (for example, the
general measurement model (GMM)) or the applicable
standard for measuring a component of the contract,
substantially changes the contract boundary, or requires
the modified contracts to be included in a different group.
When a modification is not treated as a derecognition,
the\u00a0Group recognises amounts paid or received for the
modification of the contract as an adjustment to the
relevant\u00a0liability or asset for remaining coverage.
When a group of insurance contracts is derecognised,
adjustments to remove related rights and obligations result
in\u00a0the following amounts being charged immediately to
consolidated income statement:
\u2022 if the contract is extinguished, any net difference
between\u00a0the derecognised part of the liability for
remaining coverage (LRC) of the original contract and
any\u00a0other cash flows arising from extinguishment;
\u2022 if the contract is transferred to the third party, any net
difference between the derecognised part of the LRC
of\u00a0the original contract and the premium charged by
the\u00a0third party; or
\u2022 if the original contract is modified resulting in its
derecognition, any net difference between the
derecognised part of the LRC and the hypothetical
premium that the entity would have charged if it had
entered into a contract with equivalent terms as the new
contract at the date of the contract modification, less
any\u00a0additional premium charged for the modification.
(e) Contract boundary
The Group uses the concept of contract boundary to
determine what cash flows should be considered in the
measurement of groups of insurance contracts. Cash flows
are\u00a0within the boundary of an insurance contract if they
arise\u00a0from substantive rights and obligations that exist during
the reporting period in which the Group can compel the
policyholder to pay the premiums, or in which the Group has a
substantive obligation to provide the policyholder with services.
A substantive obligation to provide services ends when:
\u2022 the Group has the practical ability to reassess the risks of
the particular policyholder and, as a result, can set a price
or level of benefits that fully reflects those risks; or
\u2022 both of the following criteria are satisfied:
o the Group has the practical ability to reassess the
risks of the portfolio of insurance contracts that
contain the contract and, as a result, can set a
price\u00a0or level of benefits that fully reflects the risk
of\u00a0that portfolio;
o the pricing of the premiums for coverage up to the
date when the risks are reassessed does not take
into account the risks that relate to periods after the
reassessment date.
A liability or asset relating to expected premiums or claims
outside the boundary of the insurance contract is not
recognised. Such amounts relate to future insurance contracts.
\"\"
(f) Measurement \u2013 premium allocation approach
Initial measurement
The Group applies the premium allocation approach (PAA)
to\u00a0the majority of the insurance contracts that it issues and
reinsurance contracts that it holds, because:
\u2022 the coverage period of each contract in the group is
one\u00a0year or less; or
\u2022 for contracts longer than one year, the Group has
modelled possible future scenarios and reasonably
expects that the measurement of the LRC for the
group\u00a0containing those contracts under the PAA does
not differ materially from the measurement that would
be\u00a0produced applying the general model.
For insurance contracts issued, on initial recognition, the Group
measures the LRC as the amount of premiums received, less
any acquisition cash flows paid and any amounts arising from
the derecognition of the insurance acquisition cash flows asset
and the derecognition of any other relevant pre-recognition
cash flows.
For reinsurance contracts held, on initial recognition, the
Group\u00a0measures assets for the remaining coverage at the
amount of ceding premiums paid, plus broker fees paid to a
party other than the reinsurer and any amounts arising from the
derecognition of any other relevant pre-recognition cash flows.
For insurance contracts issued, insurance acquisition cash
flows allocated to a group are recognised over the coverage
period of contracts in the group. For reinsurance contracts
held, broker fees are recognised over the coverage period
of\u00a0contracts in a group.
Subsequent measurement
For insurance contracts issued, at each of the subsequent
reporting dates, the LRC is:
\u2022 increased for premiums received in the period;
\u2022 decreased for insurance acquisition cash flows paid
in\u00a0the\u00a0period;
\u2022 decreased for the amounts of expected premium
receipts\u00a0recognised as insurance revenue for the
services\u00a0provided in the period;
\u2022 increased for the amortisation of insurance acquisition
cash flows in the period recognised as insurance
service\u00a0expenses; and
\u2022 decreased for any investment component paid or
transferred to the liability for incurred claims.
For reinsurance contracts held, at each of the subsequent
reporting dates, the remaining coverage is:
\u2022 increased for ceding premiums paid in the period;
\u2022 increased for broker fees paid in the period;
\u2022 decreased for the expected amounts of ceding premiums
and broker fees recognised as reinsurance expenses for
the services received in the period; and
\u2022 decreased for any investment component paid or
transferred to the reinsurance assets for incurred claims.
The Group does not adjust the LRC for insurance contracts
issued or the remaining coverage for reinsurance contracts
held for the effect of the time value of money, because
associated premiums are due within one year of the coverage
period. The Group only adjusts the remaining coverage for
reinsurance contracts held for the time value of money in
relation to the legacy portfolio transactions (LPT) that were
held,\u00a0as the associated premiums are not due within one year
of the coverage period.
The Group estimates the liability for incurred claims (LIC) as the
fulfilment cash flows related to incurred claims. The fulfilment
cash flows incorporate, in an unbiased way, all reasonable and
supportable information available without undue cost or effort
about the amount, timing and uncertainty of those future
cash\u00a0flows.
If facts and circumstances indicate that a group of insurance
contracts measured under the PAA is onerous on initial
recognition or has become onerous subsequently, the Group
increases the carrying amount of the LRC, recognising a loss
component, to the amounts of the excess of the fulfilment cash
flows that relate to the remaining coverage of the group of
contracts, over the carrying amount of the LRC of the group.
The amount of such an increase is recognised in insurance
service expenses. Subsequently, the loss component is
amortised over the coverage period of the group of contracts.
When a loss is recognised on initial recognition of an onerous
group of underlying insurance contracts or on addition of
onerous underlying insurance contracts to that group, the
carrying amount of the reinsurance asset for remaining
coverage for reinsurance contracts held measured under the
PAA is increased by the amount of expected recoveries that
will be in the consolidated income statement and a loss
recovery component is established or adjusted for that
amount. The loss recovery component is calculated by
multiplying the loss component recognised on underlying
insurance contracts by the percentage of claims on underlying
insurance contracts that the Group expects to recover from the
reinsurance contracts held that are entered into before or at
the same time as the loss is recognised on the underlying
insurance contracts. When underlying insurance contracts that
are reinsured are included in the same group as insurance
contracts issued that are not reinsured, the Group applies a
systematic and rational method of allocation to determine the
portion of losses that relates to underlying insurance contracts.
(g) Insurance revenue
The insurance revenue for the period is the amount of
expected premium receipts (excluding any investment
component) allocated to the period. The Group allocates
the\u00a0expected premium receipts to each period of insurance
contract services on the basis of the passage of time. But if the
expected pattern of release of risk during the coverage period
differs significantly from the passage of time, for example a
group of contracts that is exposed to large natural catastrophe
risk concentrated in the first or second half of the year, then
the\u00a0allocation is made on the basis of the expected timing of
incurred insurance service expenses.
Changes to the basis of allocation are accounted for
prospectively as a change in accounting estimate.
(h) Insurance service expenses
Insurance service expenses include the following:
\u2022 incurred claims, excluding investment components
reduced by loss component allocations;
\"\"
\u2022 other incurred directly attributable expenses;
\u2022 insurance acquisition cash flows amortisation using the
pattern that is consistent with the insurance revenue;
\u2022 changes that relate to past service;
\u2022 changes that relate to future service;
\u2022 insurance acquisition cash flows assets impairment; and
\u2022 mandatory reinstatement premiums.
Other expenses not meeting the above categories are
included\u00a0in other operating expenses in the consolidated
income statement.
(i) Allocation of reinsurance premiums
The allocation of reinsurance premiums includes reinsurance
premiums and other incurred directly attributable expenses.
Reinsurance premium and expenses are recognised similarly
to\u00a0insurance revenue. The amount of reinsurance expenses
recognised in the reporting period depicts the transfer of
received insurance contract services at an amount that reflects
the portion of ceding premiums that the Group expects to pay
in exchange for those services. Additionally, broker fees and
ceding commissions that are not contingent on claims of the
underlying contracts issued reduce ceding premiums and are
accounted for as part of reinsurance premiums.
In addition, the allocation of reinsurance premiums also
includes changes in the reinsurance assets arising from
retroactive reinsurance contracts held and voluntary
reinstatement ceded premiums.
(j) Amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims
The amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred
claims\u00a0include:
\u2022 incurred claims recoveries, excluding
investment\u00a0components;
\u2022 loss-recovery component allocations;
\u2022 changes that relate to past service;
\u2022 effect of changes in the risk of reinsurers\u2019
non-performance;
\u2022 amounts relating to accounting for onerous groups
of\u00a0underlying insurance contracts issued;
\u2022 ceding commissions that are contingent on claims
of\u00a0the\u00a0underlying contracts issued reduce incurred
claims\u00a0recovery; and
\u2022 mandatory reinstatement ceded premiums.\u00a0
(k) Insurance finance income or expenses
Insurance finance income or expenses comprise the change
in\u00a0the carrying amount of the group of insurance contracts
arising from:
\u2022 the effect of the time value of money and changes in
the\u00a0time value of money. This mainly comprises interest
accreted on the LIC and interest unwind on the assets
for\u00a0incurred claims (AIC); and
\u2022 the effect of financial risk and changes in financial risk.
This mainly includes the effect of changes in interest
rates\u00a0(for example, discount rates).
The Group does not disaggregate changes in the risk
adjustment for non-financial risk between insurance service
result and insurance finance income or expenses. The change
in the risk adjustment is entirely presented as part of the
insurance service result.
Foreign exchange gains and losses continue to be presented
in\u00a0the net other foreign exchange (losses)/gains line item.
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2.11 Insurance and reinsurance contracts
The accounting policy set out below is applicable to insurance
and reinsurance contracts that are issued by the Group
and\u00a0reinsurance contracts held by the Group unless
indicated\u00a0otherwise.
(a) Classification
Insurance contracts are defined as those containing significant
insurance risk. Significant insurance risk criteria are met if,
and\u00a0only if, an insured event could cause an insurer to make
significant additional payments in any scenario, excluding
scenarios that lack commercial substance, at the inception
of\u00a0the contract. Such contracts remain insurance contracts
until all rights and obligations are extinguished or expire.
The Group issues short-term casualty and property
(re)insurance contracts in the normal course of business,
under\u00a0which it accepts significant insurance risk from its
policyholders. The Group also enters into ceded reinsurance
contracts with reinsurers under which the Group transfers
significant insurance risk to reinsurers and is compensated
for\u00a0claims on contracts issued by the Group.
(b) Separating components
The Group assesses its insurance and reinsurance products
to\u00a0determine whether they contain distinct components which
must be accounted for under another IFRS instead of under
IFRS 17. After separating any distinct components, the Group
applies IFRS 17 to all remaining components of the (host)
insurance contract. Currently, the Group\u2019s products do not
include any distinct components that require separation.
Some reinsurance contracts issued contain profit commission
arrangements. Under these arrangements, there is a
guaranteed minimum amount that the policyholder will always
receive \u2013 either in the form of profit commission, or as claims,
or another contractual payment irrespective of the insured
event happening. The guaranteed minimum amounts have
been assessed to be highly interrelated with the insurance
component of the reinsurance contracts and are, therefore,
non-distinct investment components which are not accounted
for separately. However, receipts and payments of these
investment components are excluded from insurance revenue
and expenses.
(c) Level of aggregation
Insurance contracts are aggregated into groups for
measurement purposes. The level of aggregation for the Group
is determined firstly by grouping contracts into portfolios which,
\"\"
with some limited exceptions, are set as the reserving classes
of each legal entity. Portfolios comprise groups of contracts
with similar risks which are managed together. Portfolios are
further divided based on expected profitability at inception
into\u00a0three categories: onerous contracts, contracts with no
significant risk of becoming onerous, and the remainder.
No\u00a0group for level of aggregation purposes may contain
contracts issued more than one year apart. The grouping
of\u00a0contracts is not subsequently reconsidered.
A group of insurance contracts is considered to be onerous
at\u00a0initial recognition if the fulfilment cash flows allocated to
that\u00a0group of contracts in total are a net outflow. That is if
the\u00a0present value of expected claims, attributable expenses
and\u00a0risk adjustment exceeds the premium.
Portfolios of reinsurance contracts held are assessed
for\u00a0aggregation separately from portfolios of insurance
contracts\u00a0issued. Reinsurance contracts held cannot
be\u00a0onerous.
(d) Recognition and derecognition
Groups of insurance contracts issued are initially recognised
from the earliest of the following:
\u2022 the beginning of the coverage period;
\u2022 the date when the first payment from the policyholder
is\u00a0due, or actually received if there is no due date; and
\u2022 when the Group determines that a group of contracts
becomes onerous.
Insurance contracts acquired in a business combination
within\u00a0the scope of IFRS 3 Business Combinations or a
portfolio transfer are accounted for as if they were entered
into\u00a0at the\u00a0date of acquisition or transfer.
Reinsurance contracts held are recognised as follows:
\u2022 a group of reinsurance contracts held that provide
proportionate coverage is recognised at the later of
the\u00a0following dates (unless underlying contracts are
onerous, in which case earlier recognition is required):
o the beginning of the coverage period of the
group;\u00a0and
o the initial recognition of any underlying
insurance\u00a0contract;
\u2022 all other groups of reinsurance contracts held are
recognised from the beginning of the coverage period
of\u00a0the group of reinsurance contracts held; unless the
Group entered into the reinsurance contract held at
or\u00a0before the date when an onerous group of
underlying\u00a0contracts is recognised prior to the
beginning\u00a0of the coverage period of the group of
reinsurance contracts\u00a0held, in which case the
reinsurance\u00a0contract\u00a0held is recognised at the same
time\u00a0as\u00a0the\u00a0group\u00a0of underlying insurance contracts
is\u00a0recognised.
Only contracts that individually meet the recognition criteria
by\u00a0the end of the reporting period are included in the
groups.\u00a0When contracts meet the recognition criteria in
the\u00a0groups after\u00a0the reporting date, they are added to
the\u00a0groups in the reporting period in which they meet the
recognition criteria. The\u00a0composition of the groups is not
reassessed in subsequent periods.
An insurance contract is derecognised when it is:
\u2022 extinguished (that is, when the obligation specified in
the\u00a0insurance contract expires or is discharged or
cancelled); or
\u2022 the contract is modified such that the modification results
in a change in the measurement model (for example, the
general measurement model (GMM)) or the applicable
standard for measuring a component of the contract,
substantially changes the contract boundary, or requires
the modified contracts to be included in a different group.
When a modification is not treated as a derecognition,
the\u00a0Group recognises amounts paid or received for the
modification of the contract as an adjustment to the
relevant\u00a0liability or asset for remaining coverage.
When a group of insurance contracts is derecognised,
adjustments to remove related rights and obligations result
in\u00a0the following amounts being charged immediately to
consolidated income statement:
\u2022 if the contract is extinguished, any net difference
between\u00a0the derecognised part of the liability for
remaining coverage (LRC) of the original contract and
any\u00a0other cash flows arising from extinguishment;
\u2022 if the contract is transferred to the third party, any net
difference between the derecognised part of the LRC
of\u00a0the original contract and the premium charged by
the\u00a0third party; or
\u2022 if the original contract is modified resulting in its
derecognition, any net difference between the
derecognised part of the LRC and the hypothetical
premium that the entity would have charged if it had
entered into a contract with equivalent terms as the new
contract at the date of the contract modification, less
any\u00a0additional premium charged for the modification.
(e) Contract boundary
The Group uses the concept of contract boundary to
determine what cash flows should be considered in the
measurement of groups of insurance contracts. Cash flows
are\u00a0within the boundary of an insurance contract if they
arise\u00a0from substantive rights and obligations that exist during
the reporting period in which the Group can compel the
policyholder to pay the premiums, or in which the Group has a
substantive obligation to provide the policyholder with services.
A substantive obligation to provide services ends when:
\u2022 the Group has the practical ability to reassess the risks of
the particular policyholder and, as a result, can set a price
or level of benefits that fully reflects those risks; or
\u2022 both of the following criteria are satisfied:
o the Group has the practical ability to reassess the
risks of the portfolio of insurance contracts that
contain the contract and, as a result, can set a
price\u00a0or level of benefits that fully reflects the risk
of\u00a0that portfolio;
o the pricing of the premiums for coverage up to the
date when the risks are reassessed does not take
into account the risks that relate to periods after the
reassessment date.
A liability or asset relating to expected premiums or claims
outside the boundary of the insurance contract is not
recognised. Such amounts relate to future insurance contracts.
\"\"
(f) Measurement \u2013 premium allocation approach
Initial measurement
The Group applies the premium allocation approach (PAA)
to\u00a0the majority of the insurance contracts that it issues and
reinsurance contracts that it holds, because:
\u2022 the coverage period of each contract in the group is
one\u00a0year or less; or
\u2022 for contracts longer than one year, the Group has
modelled possible future scenarios and reasonably
expects that the measurement of the LRC for the
group\u00a0containing those contracts under the PAA does
not differ materially from the measurement that would
be\u00a0produced applying the general model.
For insurance contracts issued, on initial recognition, the Group
measures the LRC as the amount of premiums received, less
any acquisition cash flows paid and any amounts arising from
the derecognition of the insurance acquisition cash flows asset
and the derecognition of any other relevant pre-recognition
cash flows.
For reinsurance contracts held, on initial recognition, the
Group\u00a0measures assets for the remaining coverage at the
amount of ceding premiums paid, plus broker fees paid to a
party other than the reinsurer and any amounts arising from the
derecognition of any other relevant pre-recognition cash flows.
For insurance contracts issued, insurance acquisition cash
flows allocated to a group are recognised over the coverage
period of contracts in the group. For reinsurance contracts
held, broker fees are recognised over the coverage period
of\u00a0contracts in a group.
Subsequent measurement
For insurance contracts issued, at each of the subsequent
reporting dates, the LRC is:
\u2022 increased for premiums received in the period;
\u2022 decreased for insurance acquisition cash flows paid
in\u00a0the\u00a0period;
\u2022 decreased for the amounts of expected premium
receipts\u00a0recognised as insurance revenue for the
services\u00a0provided in the period;
\u2022 increased for the amortisation of insurance acquisition
cash flows in the period recognised as insurance
service\u00a0expenses; and
\u2022 decreased for any investment component paid or
transferred to the liability for incurred claims.
For reinsurance contracts held, at each of the subsequent
reporting dates, the remaining coverage is:
\u2022 increased for ceding premiums paid in the period;
\u2022 increased for broker fees paid in the period;
\u2022 decreased for the expected amounts of ceding premiums
and broker fees recognised as reinsurance expenses for
the services received in the period; and
\u2022 decreased for any investment component paid or
transferred to the reinsurance assets for incurred claims.
The Group does not adjust the LRC for insurance contracts
issued or the remaining coverage for reinsurance contracts
held for the effect of the time value of money, because
associated premiums are due within one year of the coverage
period. The Group only adjusts the remaining coverage for
reinsurance contracts held for the time value of money in
relation to the legacy portfolio transactions (LPT) that were
held,\u00a0as the associated premiums are not due within one year
of the coverage period.
The Group estimates the liability for incurred claims (LIC) as the
fulfilment cash flows related to incurred claims. The fulfilment
cash flows incorporate, in an unbiased way, all reasonable and
supportable information available without undue cost or effort
about the amount, timing and uncertainty of those future
cash\u00a0flows.
If facts and circumstances indicate that a group of insurance
contracts measured under the PAA is onerous on initial
recognition or has become onerous subsequently, the Group
increases the carrying amount of the LRC, recognising a loss
component, to the amounts of the excess of the fulfilment cash
flows that relate to the remaining coverage of the group of
contracts, over the carrying amount of the LRC of the group.
The amount of such an increase is recognised in insurance
service expenses. Subsequently, the loss component is
amortised over the coverage period of the group of contracts.
When a loss is recognised on initial recognition of an onerous
group of underlying insurance contracts or on addition of
onerous underlying insurance contracts to that group, the
carrying amount of the reinsurance asset for remaining
coverage for reinsurance contracts held measured under the
PAA is increased by the amount of expected recoveries that
will be in the consolidated income statement and a loss
recovery component is established or adjusted for that
amount. The loss recovery component is calculated by
multiplying the loss component recognised on underlying
insurance contracts by the percentage of claims on underlying
insurance contracts that the Group expects to recover from the
reinsurance contracts held that are entered into before or at
the same time as the loss is recognised on the underlying
insurance contracts. When underlying insurance contracts that
are reinsured are included in the same group as insurance
contracts issued that are not reinsured, the Group applies a
systematic and rational method of allocation to determine the
portion of losses that relates to underlying insurance contracts.
(g) Insurance revenue
The insurance revenue for the period is the amount of
expected premium receipts (excluding any investment
component) allocated to the period. The Group allocates
the\u00a0expected premium receipts to each period of insurance
contract services on the basis of the passage of time. But if the
expected pattern of release of risk during the coverage period
differs significantly from the passage of time, for example a
group of contracts that is exposed to large natural catastrophe
risk concentrated in the first or second half of the year, then
the\u00a0allocation is made on the basis of the expected timing of
incurred insurance service expenses.
Changes to the basis of allocation are accounted for
prospectively as a change in accounting estimate.
(h) Insurance service expenses
Insurance service expenses include the following:
\u2022 incurred claims, excluding investment components
reduced by loss component allocations;
\"\"
\u2022 other incurred directly attributable expenses;
\u2022 insurance acquisition cash flows amortisation using the
pattern that is consistent with the insurance revenue;
\u2022 changes that relate to past service;
\u2022 changes that relate to future service;
\u2022 insurance acquisition cash flows assets impairment; and
\u2022 mandatory reinstatement premiums.
Other expenses not meeting the above categories are
included\u00a0in other operating expenses in the consolidated
income statement.
(i) Allocation of reinsurance premiums
The allocation of reinsurance premiums includes reinsurance
premiums and other incurred directly attributable expenses.
Reinsurance premium and expenses are recognised similarly
to\u00a0insurance revenue. The amount of reinsurance expenses
recognised in the reporting period depicts the transfer of
received insurance contract services at an amount that reflects
the portion of ceding premiums that the Group expects to pay
in exchange for those services. Additionally, broker fees and
ceding commissions that are not contingent on claims of the
underlying contracts issued reduce ceding premiums and are
accounted for as part of reinsurance premiums.
In addition, the allocation of reinsurance premiums also
includes changes in the reinsurance assets arising from
retroactive reinsurance contracts held and voluntary
reinstatement ceded premiums.
(j) Amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims
The amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred
claims\u00a0include:
\u2022 incurred claims recoveries, excluding
investment\u00a0components;
\u2022 loss-recovery component allocations;
\u2022 changes that relate to past service;
\u2022 effect of changes in the risk of reinsurers\u2019
non-performance;
\u2022 amounts relating to accounting for onerous groups
of\u00a0underlying insurance contracts issued;
\u2022 ceding commissions that are contingent on claims
of\u00a0the\u00a0underlying contracts issued reduce incurred
claims\u00a0recovery; and
\u2022 mandatory reinstatement ceded premiums.\u00a0
(k) Insurance finance income or expenses
Insurance finance income or expenses comprise the change
in\u00a0the carrying amount of the group of insurance contracts
arising from:
\u2022 the effect of the time value of money and changes in
the\u00a0time value of money. This mainly comprises interest
accreted on the LIC and interest unwind on the assets
for\u00a0incurred claims (AIC); and
\u2022 the effect of financial risk and changes in financial risk.
This mainly includes the effect of changes in interest
rates\u00a0(for example, discount rates).
The Group does not disaggregate changes in the risk
adjustment for non-financial risk between insurance service
result and insurance finance income or expenses. The change
in the risk adjustment is entirely presented as part of the
insurance service result.
Foreign exchange gains and losses continue to be presented
in\u00a0the net other foreign exchange (losses)/gains line item.
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2.12 Taxation
Current tax, including corporation tax and foreign tax, is
provided at amounts expected to be paid (or recovered) using
the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively
enacted by the end of the reporting period. A provision is
recognised for those matters for which the tax determination is
uncertain but it is considered probable that there will be a
future outflow of funds to a tax authority. The provisions are
measured at the best estimate of the amount expected to
become payable. The assessment is based on the judgement
of tax professionals within the Group supported by previous
experience in respect of such activities and in certain cases
based on advice sought from specialist tax advisors.
Deferred tax is provided in full, using the liability method, on
temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets
and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial
statements. However, if the deferred income tax arises from
initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction other
than a business combination that at the time of the transaction
affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss, it is
not\u00a0recognised. With the exception of deferred tax related to
top-up income taxes arising from tax law enacted to implement
Pillar Two legislation, deferred tax is determined using tax rates
and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by
the end of the reporting period and are expected to apply
when the related deferred tax asset is realised or the deferred
tax liability is settled. Deferred tax assets are recognised to
the\u00a0extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be
available against which the temporary differences can be
utilised. Deferred tax is provided on temporary differences
arising on investments in subsidiaries and associates, except
where the Group controls the timing of the reversal of the
temporary difference and it is probable that the temporary
difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future.
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2.12 Taxation
Current tax, including corporation tax and foreign tax, is
provided at amounts expected to be paid (or recovered) using
the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively
enacted by the end of the reporting period. A provision is
recognised for those matters for which the tax determination is
uncertain but it is considered probable that there will be a
future outflow of funds to a tax authority. The provisions are
measured at the best estimate of the amount expected to
become payable. The assessment is based on the judgement
of tax professionals within the Group supported by previous
experience in respect of such activities and in certain cases
based on advice sought from specialist tax advisors.
Deferred tax is provided in full, using the liability method, on
temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets
and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial
statements. However, if the deferred income tax arises from
initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction other
than a business combination that at the time of the transaction
affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss, it is
not\u00a0recognised. With the exception of deferred tax related to
top-up income taxes arising from tax law enacted to implement
Pillar Two legislation, deferred tax is determined using tax rates
and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by
the end of the reporting period and are expected to apply
when the related deferred tax asset is realised or the deferred
tax liability is settled. Deferred tax assets are recognised to
the\u00a0extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be
available against which the temporary differences can be
utilised. Deferred tax is provided on temporary differences
arising on investments in subsidiaries and associates, except
where the Group controls the timing of the reversal of the
temporary difference and it is probable that the temporary
difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future.
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2.13 Employee benefits
(a) Pension obligations
The Group has defined contribution and defined benefit
pension schemes. The defined benefit scheme closed to
future\u00a0accrual with effect from 31 December 2006 and
active\u00a0members were offered membership of the defined
contribution scheme from 1 January 2007. A defined
contribution plan is a pension plan under which the Group
pays\u00a0fixed contributions into a separate entity and has no
further obligation beyond the agreed contribution rate. A
defined benefit plan is a pension plan that defines an amount
of\u00a0pension benefit that an employee will receive on retirement,
usually dependent on one\u00a0or more factors such as age, years
of service and compensation.
For defined contribution plans, the Group pays contributions
to\u00a0publicly or privately administered pension insurance plans
on\u00a0a contractual basis. The contributions are recognised as
an\u00a0employee benefit expense when they are due. Prepaid
contributions are recognised as an asset to the extent that
a\u00a0cash refund or a reduction in future payments is available.
The amount recognised on the statement of financial position
in respect of defined benefit pension plans is the present value
of the defined benefit obligation at the end of the reporting
\"\"
period, less the fair value of plan assets. The calculation of the
defined benefit obligation is performed annually by a qualified
actuary using the projected unit method. As the plan is closed
to all future benefit accruals, each participant\u2019s benefits under
the plan are based on their service to the date of closure or
earlier leaving date and their final pensionable earnings.
The\u00a0service cost is the expected administration cost during
the\u00a0year. Past\u00a0service costs are recognised immediately in
the\u00a0income\u00a0statement.
Remeasurements of the net defined benefit liability, which
comprise actuarial gains and losses, the return on plan assets
(excluding interest) and the effect of the asset ceiling (if any),
are recognised immediately in other comprehensive income.
The Group determines the net interest expense (income) on
the\u00a0net defined benefit liability (asset) for the period by applying
the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit
obligation at the beginning of the annual period to the then
net\u00a0defined benefit liability (asset), taking into account any
changes in the net defined benefit liability (asset) during the
period as a result of contributions and benefit payments.
Net\u00a0interest expense and other expenses related to defined
benefit\u00a0plans are recognised in the income statement
through\u00a0operating expenses.
To the extent that a surplus emerges on the defined benefit
obligation, it is only recognisable as an asset when it is
probable that future economic benefits will be recovered
by\u00a0the\u00a0Group.
(b) Other long-term employee benefits
The Group provides sabbatical leave to employees on
completion of every five years\u2019 service. The present value
of\u00a0the\u00a0expected costs of these benefits is accrued over
the\u00a0period\u00a0of employment. In determining this liability,
consideration is given to future increases in salary
levels,\u00a0experience with employee departures and
periods\u00a0of\u00a0service.
(c) Share-based compensation
The Group operates equity settled share-based
employee\u00a0compensation plans. These include the share
option\u00a0schemes,\u00a0and the Group\u2019s Performance Share
Plans,\u00a0outlined\u00a0in the Directors\u2019 remuneration report,
together\u00a0with\u00a0the\u00a0Group\u2019s Save As You Earn (SAYE)
schemes.\u00a0The\u00a0fair\u00a0value\u00a0of the employee services
received,\u00a0measured\u00a0at\u00a0grant\u00a0date, in exchange for the
grant\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0awards is recognised as\u00a0an expense, with
the\u00a0corresponding credit being\u00a0recorded in\u00a0retained
earnings\u00a0within equity. The total\u00a0amount to be expensed
over\u00a0the\u00a0vesting period is determined\u00a0by reference to the
fair\u00a0value\u00a0of\u00a0the awards granted, excluding the impact of
any\u00a0non-market vesting conditions (for example, profitability
or\u00a0net asset growth\u00a0targets). Non-market vesting conditions
are\u00a0included\u00a0in\u00a0assumptions about the number of awards
that\u00a0are\u00a0expected\u00a0to become exercisable. At the end of
the\u00a0reporting period, the Group revises its estimates of
the\u00a0number of awards that are expected to vest.
The Group recognises the impact of the revision of
original\u00a0estimates, if any, in the income statement, and
a\u00a0corresponding adjustment to equity, in periods in
which\u00a0the\u00a0estimates are revised.
When the terms and conditions of an equity settled
share-based employee compensation plan are modified,
and\u00a0the expense to be recognised increases as a result of the
modification, then the increase is recognised evenly over the
remaining vesting period. When a modification reduces the
expense to be recognised, there is no adjustment recognised
and the pre-modification expense continues to be applied.
The\u00a0proceeds received net of any directly attributable
transaction costs are credited to share capital and
share\u00a0premium when the options are exercised.
(d) Termination benefits
Termination benefits are payable when employment is
terminated before the normal retirement date, or whenever
an\u00a0employee accepts voluntary redundancy in exchange for
these\u00a0benefits. The Group recognises termination benefits
when it is demonstrably committed to either: terminating the
employment of current employees according to a detailed
formal plan without possibility of withdrawal; or providing
termination benefits as a result of an offer made to encourage
voluntary redundancy.
(e) Profit sharing and bonus plans
The Group recognises a liability and an expense for bonuses
and profit sharing, based on a formula that takes into
consideration the profit attributable to the Company\u2019s
shareholders after certain adjustments. The Group
recognises\u00a0a provision where a contractual obligation to
employees exists, or where there is a past practice that
has\u00a0created a constructive obligation.
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The Group operates equity settled share-based
employee\u00a0compensation plans. These include the share
option\u00a0schemes,\u00a0and the Group\u2019s Performance Share
Plans,\u00a0outlined\u00a0in the Directors\u2019 remuneration report,
together\u00a0with\u00a0the\u00a0Group\u2019s Save As You Earn (SAYE)
schemes.\u00a0The\u00a0fair\u00a0value\u00a0of the employee services
received,\u00a0measured\u00a0at\u00a0grant\u00a0date, in exchange for the
grant\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0awards is recognised as\u00a0an expense, with
the\u00a0corresponding credit being\u00a0recorded in\u00a0retained
earnings\u00a0within equity. The total\u00a0amount to be expensed
over\u00a0the\u00a0vesting period is determined\u00a0by reference to the
fair\u00a0value\u00a0of\u00a0the awards granted, excluding the impact of
any\u00a0non-market vesting conditions (for example, profitability
or\u00a0net asset growth\u00a0targets). Non-market vesting conditions
are\u00a0included\u00a0in\u00a0assumptions about the number of awards
that\u00a0are\u00a0expected\u00a0to become exercisable. At the end of
the\u00a0reporting period, the Group revises its estimates of
the\u00a0number of awards that are expected to vest.
The Group recognises the impact of the revision of
original\u00a0estimates, if any, in the income statement, and
a\u00a0corresponding adjustment to equity, in periods in
which\u00a0the\u00a0estimates are revised.
When the terms and conditions of an equity settled
share-based employee compensation plan are modified,
and\u00a0the expense to be recognised increases as a result of the
modification, then the increase is recognised evenly over the
remaining vesting period. When a modification reduces the
expense to be recognised, there is no adjustment recognised
and the pre-modification expense continues to be applied.
The\u00a0proceeds received net of any directly attributable
transaction costs are credited to share capital and
share\u00a0premium when the options are exercised.
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(d) Termination benefits
Termination benefits are payable when employment is
terminated before the normal retirement date, or whenever
an\u00a0employee accepts voluntary redundancy in exchange for
these\u00a0benefits. The Group recognises termination benefits
when it is demonstrably committed to either: terminating the
employment of current employees according to a detailed
formal plan without possibility of withdrawal; or providing
termination benefits as a result of an offer made to encourage
voluntary redundancy.
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2.14 Finance costs
Finance costs consist of interest charges accruing on the
Group\u2019s borrowings and bank overdrafts together with
commission fees charged in respect of Letters of Credit
and\u00a0interest in respect of lease liabilities and funds withheld.
Arrangement fees in respect of financing arrangements are
charged over the life of the related facilities.
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2.15 Leases
(a) Hiscox as lessee
The Group recognises right-of-use assets at the
commencement date of the lease (for example, the date the
underlying asset is available for use). Right-of-use assets are
measured at cost, less any accumulated depreciation and
impairment losses, and adjusted for any remeasurement of
lease liabilities. The cost of right-of-use assets includes the
amount of lease liabilities recognised, initial direct costs
incurred, and lease payments made at or before the
commencement date, less any lease incentives received.
Unless the Group is reasonably certain to obtain ownership of
the leased asset at the end of the lease term, the recognised
right-of-use assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over
the shorter of their estimated useful life and the lease term.
Right-of-use assets are subject to impairment. Right-of-use
assets are presented on the statement of financial position as
\u2018property, plant and equipment\u2019.
At the commencement date of the lease, the Group recognises
lease liabilities measured at the present value of lease
payments to be made over the lease term. The lease payments
include fixed payments less any lease incentives receivable,
variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate, and
\"\"
amounts expected to be paid under residual value guarantees.
The lease payments also include the exercise price of a
purchase option reasonably certain to be exercised by the
Group and payments of penalties for terminating a lease, if
the\u00a0lease term reflects the Group exercising the option to
terminate. The variable lease payments that do not depend
on\u00a0an index or a rate are recognised as an expense in the
period in which the event or condition that triggers the
payment\u00a0occurs. Lease liabilities are included in \u2018trade and
other payables\u2019 on the statement of financial position.
In calculating the present value of lease payments, the
Group\u00a0uses the incremental borrowing rate at the lease
commencement date if the interest rate implicit in the lease is
not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the
amount of lease liabilities is increased to reflect the accretion of
interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition,
the carrying amount of lease liabilities is remeasured if there is
a modification that is not accounted for as a separate lease:
future lease payments that are linked to a rate or index, a
change in the lease term, a change in the in-substance fixed
lease payments, a change in the assessment to purchase the
underlying asset or a change in the amounts expected to be
payable under a residual value guarantee.
The Group applies the short-term lease recognition exemption
to its applicable short-term leases. It also applies the low-value
assets recognition exemption to leases of office equipment that
are considered of low value. Lease payments on short-term
leases and leases of low-value assets are recognised as an
expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
(b) Hiscox as lessor
Rental income from operating leases is recognised on
a\u00a0straight-line basis over the term of the relevant
contractual\u00a0agreement.
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2.16 Dividend distribution
Dividend distribution to the Company\u2019s shareholders is
recognised as a liability in the Group\u2019s financial statements
in\u00a0the period in which the dividends are approved.
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2.17 Operations held for sale
Assets and liabilities held for disposal as part of operations
which are held for sale are shown separately in the
consolidated statement of financial position. Operations
held\u00a0for sale are recorded at the lower of their carrying
amount\u00a0and their fair value less the estimated selling costs.
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2.18 Provisions and contingent liabilities
Provisions are recognised when there is a present legal or
constructive obligation as a result of a past event that can be
measured reliably, and it is probable that an outflow of
economic benefits will be required to settle that obligation.
The amount recorded as a provision is the best estimate
of\u00a0the\u00a0expenditure required to settle the present obligation
at\u00a0the\u00a0end of the reporting period. Discounting is applied
to\u00a0the\u00a0provision where the effect of the time value of
money\u00a0is\u00a0material. Provisions are not recognised for
future operating losses. A provision for restructuring is
recognised\u00a0when the Group\u00a0has\u00a0approved a detailed
and\u00a0formal restructuring plan\u00a0and the\u00a0restructuring has
either\u00a0commenced or has\u00a0been\u00a0announced\u00a0publicly.
A provision for onerous contracts is recognised when the
expected benefits to be derived by the Group from the
contracts are less than the related unavoidable cost of
meeting\u00a0its obligations under the contract.
A provision for a termination payment is recognised when the
Group has a demonstrable commitment to either terminate
the\u00a0employment of an employee or group of employees
before\u00a0the\u00a0normal retirement date, or to provide termination
benefits as a result of an offer made in order to encourage
voluntary\u00a0redundancy.
Where the Group expects a provision to be reimbursed, for
example under an insurance contract, the reimbursement is
recognised as a separate asset but only when the
reimbursement is virtually certain.
Contingent liabilities are disclosed if there is a possible future
obligation as a result of a past event, or if there is a present
obligation as a result of a past event but either a payment is
not probable or the amount cannot be reasonably estimated.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForProvisionsExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-409": { "value": "
2.18 Provisions and contingent liabilities
Provisions are recognised when there is a present legal or
constructive obligation as a result of a past event that can be
measured reliably, and it is probable that an outflow of
economic benefits will be required to settle that obligation.
The amount recorded as a provision is the best estimate
of\u00a0the\u00a0expenditure required to settle the present obligation
at\u00a0the\u00a0end of the reporting period. Discounting is applied
to\u00a0the\u00a0provision where the effect of the time value of
money\u00a0is\u00a0material. Provisions are not recognised for
future operating losses. A provision for restructuring is
recognised\u00a0when the Group\u00a0has\u00a0approved a detailed
and\u00a0formal restructuring plan\u00a0and the\u00a0restructuring has
either\u00a0commenced or has\u00a0been\u00a0announced\u00a0publicly.
A provision for onerous contracts is recognised when the
expected benefits to be derived by the Group from the
contracts are less than the related unavoidable cost of
meeting\u00a0its obligations under the contract.
A provision for a termination payment is recognised when the
Group has a demonstrable commitment to either terminate
the\u00a0employment of an employee or group of employees
before\u00a0the\u00a0normal retirement date, or to provide termination
benefits as a result of an offer made in order to encourage
voluntary\u00a0redundancy.
Where the Group expects a provision to be reimbursed, for
example under an insurance contract, the reimbursement is
recognised as a separate asset but only when the
reimbursement is virtually certain.
Contingent liabilities are disclosed if there is a possible future
obligation as a result of a past event, or if there is a present
obligation as a result of a past event but either a payment is
not probable or the amount cannot be reasonably estimated.
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2.19 Use of significant accounting judgements, estimates
and assumptions
The preparation of financial statements requires the Group to
select accounting policies and make judgements (other than
those involving estimations) that have a significant impact on
the amounts recognised and to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets,
liabilities, income and expenses in the consolidated
financial\u00a0statements.
The Audit Committee reviews the reasonableness of critical
judgements, estimates and assumptions applied and the
appropriateness of material accounting policies information.
The significant issues considered by the Committee in the
year\u00a0are included within the Audit Committee report on pages
110 to 112.
Significant accounting judgements
The following accounting policies are the critical judgements,
apart from those involving estimations (which are presented
separately below), that the Directors have made in the process
of applying the Group's accounting policies and that have the
most significant impact on the amounts recognised in the
consolidated financial statements.
\u2022 Consolidation: assessment of whether the Group controls
or has significant influence over an underlying entity, for
example, the treatment of insurance-linked securities
funds including consideration of its decision-making
authority and its rights to the variable returns from
the\u00a0entity.
\u2022 Financial investments: classification and measurement
of\u00a0investments including the application of the fair
value\u00a0option.
(a) Liability for incurred claims
The ultimate cost of outstanding claims is estimated by using a
range of standard actuarial claims projection techniques. The
Group relies on actuarial analysis to estimate the settlement
cost of future claims. Via a formal governed process, there is
\"\"
close communication between the actuaries and other key
stakeholders, such as the underwriters, claims and finance
teams when setting and validating the assumptions. The main
assumption underlying these techniques is that a Group\u2019s past
claims development experience can be used to project future
claims development and hence ultimate claims costs. These
methods extrapolate the development of paid and incurred
losses, average costs per claim (including claims handling costs),
and claim numbers based on the observed development of
earlier years and expected loss ratios. Historical claims
development is mainly analysed by accident years, but can also
be further analysed by geographical area, as well as by significant
business lines and claim types. In most cases, no explicit
assumptions are made regarding future rates of claims inflation
or loss ratios. Instead, the assumptions used are those implicit in
the historical claims development data on which the projections
are based. Additional qualitative judgement is used to assess the
extent to which past trends may not apply in future (for example,
to reflect one-off occurrences, changes in external or market
factors such as public attitudes to claiming, economic conditions,
levels of claims inflation, judicial decisions and legislation, as well
as internal factors such as portfolio mix, policy features and
claims\u00a0handling procedures) in order to arrive at the estimated
ultimate cost of claims that present the probability-weighted
expected value outcome from the range of possible outcomes,
taking account of all the uncertainties involved.
(b) Premium allocation approach eligibility assessment
A simplified measurement model, the PAA, can be applied if
certain eligibility criteria are met. The majority of the Group\u2019s
policies have a coverage period of 12 months or less and so
are eligible for the PAA. Management applies significant
judgement whether applying PAA to those groups of
contracts\u00a0differ materially from general measurement model
(GMM) with a coverage period\u00a0extending beyond 12 months.
Significant accounting estimates
The key assumptions concerning the future, and other key
sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting period that
may have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment
to\u00a0the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the
next\u00a0financial year, are discussed below.
All estimates are based on management\u2019s knowledge of
current facts and circumstances, assumptions based on
that\u00a0knowledge and their predictions of future events. Actual
results may differ from those estimates, possibly significantly.
Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the
period\u00a0in which the estimate is revised and in any future
periods affected.
The most critical estimate included within the consolidated
statement of financial position is the measurement of insurance
contract liabilities and reinsurance contract assets, and in
particular the estimate of the liability for incurred claims (LIC).
The total gross estimate of LIC as at 31\u00a0December 2024 is
$6,040.7 million (2023: $6,249.6\u00a0million). The total estimate for
reinsurance asset for incurred claims as at 31\u00a0December 2024
is $2,046.5 million (2023:\u00a0$2,217.1 million).
Insurance and reinsurance contracts
In applying IFRS 17 measurement requirements, the following
inputs and methods were used that include significant
estimates. The present value of future cash flows is
estimated\u00a0using deterministic scenarios. The assumptions
used\u00a0in the deterministic scenarios are derived to approximate
the probability-weighted mean of a full range of scenarios.
For\u00a0the sensitivities with regard to the assumptions made
that\u00a0have the most significant impact on measurement under
IFRS 17 please refer to note 3 management of risk.
(a) Discount rates
Insurance contract liabilities are calculated by discounting
expected future cash flows at a risk-free rate, plus an illiquidity
premium where applicable. Risk-free rates were derived using
swap rates available in the market denominated in the same
currency as the insurance contracts being measured. When
swap rates are not available, highly liquid sovereign bonds with
the highest (for example, AAA/AA) credit rating were used.
Management uses judgement to assess liquidity characteristics
of the liability cash flows. The illiquidity premium was estimated
based on market observable liquidity premiums in financial
assets, adjusted to reflect the illiquidity characteristics of the
liability cash flows. The illiquidity premium is determined by
reference to market observable AA-rated bonds yield curve
in\u00a0the currency of the insurance contract being measured,
adjusted to remove both expected and unexpected credit risk.
The following discount rates were applied for the currencies
and periods presented below:
Year end 31 December 2024
1 year
3 year
5 year
%
%
%
USD
4.27
4.18
4.24
GBP
4.68
4.40
4.35
EUR
2.46
2.35
2.49
CAD
2.96
2.88
2.98
Year end 31 December 2023
1 year
3 year
5 year
%
%
%
USD
4.83
3.92
3.74
GBP
4.97
4.12
3.82
EUR
3.49
2.75
2.65
CAD
4.63
3.69
3.39
(b) Estimates of future cash flows to fulfil insurance contracts
Included in the measurement of each group of contracts within
the scope of IFRS 17 are all of the future cash flows within the
boundary of each group of contracts. The estimates of these
future cash flows are based on probability-weighted expected
future cash flows. The Group estimates which cash flows are
expected and the probability that they will occur as at the
measurement date. In setting these expectations, the Group
uses information about past events, current conditions and
forecasts of future conditions. The Group\u2019s estimate of
future\u00a0cash flows is the mean of a range of scenarios that
reflect the\u00a0full range of possible outcomes. Each scenario
specifies\u00a0the amount, timing and probability of cash flows.
The\u00a0probability-weighted average of the future cash flows is
calculated using a deterministic scenario representing the
probability-weighted mean of a range of scenarios.
\"\"
Where estimates of expenses-related cash flows are determined
at the portfolio level or higher, they are allocated\u00a0to\u00a0groups of
contracts on a systematic basis, such as\u00a0activity-based costing
method. The Group has determined that this method results in
a\u00a0systematic and rational allocation. Similar methods are
consistently applied to allocate expenses of a similar nature.
Acquisition cash flows are typically allocated to groups of
contracts based on gross premiums written. This\u00a0includes an
allocation of acquisition cash flows among existing\u00a0groups of
insurance contracts issued. Claims settlement-related expenses
are largely allocated based on\u00a0claims costs.
Uncertainty in the estimation of future claims and benefit
payments arises primarily from the severity and frequency
of\u00a0claims and uncertainties regarding future inflation rates
leading to claims and claims-handling expenses growth.
Assumptions used to develop estimates about future cash
flows are reassessed at each reporting date and adjusted
where required.
(c) Risk adjustment for non-financial risk
The risk adjustment for non-financial risk is the compensation
that the Group requires for bearing the uncertainty about the
amount and timing of the cash flows of groups of insurance
contracts. The risk adjustment reflects an amount that an
insurer would charge to make it indifferent between the cash
flows with a range of probable scenarios versus equivalent
fixed cash flows.
To determine the risk adjustment for non-financial risk for
reinsurance contracts, the Group applies a combination
of\u00a0a\u00a0value at risk (VaR) (or a percentile) approach and a
scenario-based approach, both gross and net of reinsurance,
and derives the amount of risk being transferred to the
reinsurer as the difference between the two results. Most
business is measured under the PAA model and therefore
the\u00a0Group does not calculate a risk adjustment in relation
to\u00a0LRC excluding loss component.
The Group calculates the risk adjustment for incurred
claims\u00a0liabilities at each insurance undertaking entity level in
accordance with its risk profile using a combination of the VaR
method and scenario analysis, targeting an overall confidence
level range for the aggregate risk distribution. Scenario analysis
is used to determine the level of compensation that the Group
requires for bearing uncertainty for qualitative risks not
captured in the risk distribution and large event-driven claims,
such as natural catastrophes. Given the nature of the
underlying business and losses it is normal for new risks to
become apparent or for the magnitude of existing risks to
change over time. The risk adjustment in its entirety is judged
to provide adequate compensation for the risk in the reserves.
Group diversification benefit is not considered at the
individual\u00a0insurance undertaking entity level but is considered
in\u00a0determining the confidence level at a consolidated level
for\u00a0disclosure purposes. At 31\u00a0December 2024, the risk
adjustment in respect of the LIC net of reinsurance is at
the\u00a083rd percentile (2023: 83rd percentile).
(d) Fair value measurement
The Group carries its financial investments at fair value through
profit or loss, with fair values determined using published price
quotations in the most active financial markets in which the
assets trade, where available. Where quoted market prices are
not available, valuation techniques are used to value financial
instruments. These include third-party valuation reports and
models utilising both observable and unobservable market
inputs. Valuation techniques involve judgement, including the
use of valuation models and their inputs, which can lead to a
range of plausible valuations for financial investments. Note
3.3(a) discusses the reliability of the Group\u2019s fair values.
(e) Employee benefit
The employee retirement benefit scheme obligations are
calculated and valued with reference to a number of actuarial
assumptions including mortality, inflation rates and discount
rate, many of which have been subject to recent volatility.
This\u00a0complex set of economic variables can have a significant
impact on the financial statements, as shown in note 24.
(f) Tax
The Group operates in a multinational environment, and
legislation concerning the determination of taxation of assets
and liabilities is complex and continually evolving. In preparing
the financial statements, the Group applies significant
judgements in identifying uncertainties over tax treatments
and\u00a0in the measurement of the provision being the best estimate
of the amount expected to become payable. The assessment is
based on the judgement of tax professionals within the Group
supported by previous experience in respect of such activities
and based on advice sought from specialist tax advisors.
A deferred tax asset can be recognised only to the extent
that\u00a0it\u00a0is recoverable. The recoverability of deferred tax assets\u00a0in
respect of carry forward losses requires consideration\u00a0of the
future levels of taxable profit in the Group.\u00a0In preparing the
Group\u2019s financial statements, management estimates taxation
assets and liabilities after taking appropriate professional advice,
as shown in note 22. Significant estimates and assumptions
used in the valuation of\u00a0deferred tax relate to the forecast
taxable profits, taking into account the Group\u2019s financial and
strategic plans. See note 23 for further details of adjustments
made to deferred tax during the year.
The determination and finalisation of agreed taxation assets
and liabilities may not occur until several years after the
reporting date and consequently the final amounts payable
or\u00a0receivable may differ from those presented in these
financial\u00a0statements.", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfAccountingJudgementsAndEstimatesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-412": { "value": "
2.19 Use of significant accounting judgements, estimates
and assumptions
The preparation of financial statements requires the Group to
select accounting policies and make judgements (other than
those involving estimations) that have a significant impact on
the amounts recognised and to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets,
liabilities, income and expenses in the consolidated
financial\u00a0statements.
The Audit Committee reviews the reasonableness of critical
judgements, estimates and assumptions applied and the
appropriateness of material accounting policies information.
The significant issues considered by the Committee in the
year\u00a0are included within the Audit Committee report on pages
110 to 112.
Significant accounting judgements
The following accounting policies are the critical judgements,
apart from those involving estimations (which are presented
separately below), that the Directors have made in the process
of applying the Group's accounting policies and that have the
most significant impact on the amounts recognised in the
consolidated financial statements.
\u2022 Consolidation: assessment of whether the Group controls
or has significant influence over an underlying entity, for
example, the treatment of insurance-linked securities
funds including consideration of its decision-making
authority and its rights to the variable returns from
the\u00a0entity.
\u2022 Financial investments: classification and measurement
of\u00a0investments including the application of the fair
value\u00a0option.
(a) Liability for incurred claims
The ultimate cost of outstanding claims is estimated by using a
range of standard actuarial claims projection techniques. The
Group relies on actuarial analysis to estimate the settlement
cost of future claims. Via a formal governed process, there is
\"\"
close communication between the actuaries and other key
stakeholders, such as the underwriters, claims and finance
teams when setting and validating the assumptions. The main
assumption underlying these techniques is that a Group\u2019s past
claims development experience can be used to project future
claims development and hence ultimate claims costs. These
methods extrapolate the development of paid and incurred
losses, average costs per claim (including claims handling costs),
and claim numbers based on the observed development of
earlier years and expected loss ratios. Historical claims
development is mainly analysed by accident years, but can also
be further analysed by geographical area, as well as by significant
business lines and claim types. In most cases, no explicit
assumptions are made regarding future rates of claims inflation
or loss ratios. Instead, the assumptions used are those implicit in
the historical claims development data on which the projections
are based. Additional qualitative judgement is used to assess the
extent to which past trends may not apply in future (for example,
to reflect one-off occurrences, changes in external or market
factors such as public attitudes to claiming, economic conditions,
levels of claims inflation, judicial decisions and legislation, as well
as internal factors such as portfolio mix, policy features and
claims\u00a0handling procedures) in order to arrive at the estimated
ultimate cost of claims that present the probability-weighted
expected value outcome from the range of possible outcomes,
taking account of all the uncertainties involved.
(b) Premium allocation approach eligibility assessment
A simplified measurement model, the PAA, can be applied if
certain eligibility criteria are met. The majority of the Group\u2019s
policies have a coverage period of 12 months or less and so
are eligible for the PAA. Management applies significant
judgement whether applying PAA to those groups of
contracts\u00a0differ materially from general measurement model
(GMM) with a coverage period\u00a0extending beyond 12 months.
Significant accounting estimates
The key assumptions concerning the future, and other key
sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting period that
may have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment
to\u00a0the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the
next\u00a0financial year, are discussed below.
All estimates are based on management\u2019s knowledge of
current facts and circumstances, assumptions based on
that\u00a0knowledge and their predictions of future events. Actual
results may differ from those estimates, possibly significantly.
Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the
period\u00a0in which the estimate is revised and in any future
periods affected.
The most critical estimate included within the consolidated
statement of financial position is the measurement of insurance
contract liabilities and reinsurance contract assets, and in
particular the estimate of the liability for incurred claims (LIC).
The total gross estimate of LIC as at 31\u00a0December 2024 is
$6,040.7 million (2023: $6,249.6\u00a0million). The total estimate for
reinsurance asset for incurred claims as at 31\u00a0December 2024
is $2,046.5 million (2023:\u00a0$2,217.1 million).
Insurance and reinsurance contracts
In applying IFRS 17 measurement requirements, the following
inputs and methods were used that include significant
estimates. The present value of future cash flows is
estimated\u00a0using deterministic scenarios. The assumptions
used\u00a0in the deterministic scenarios are derived to approximate
the probability-weighted mean of a full range of scenarios.
For\u00a0the sensitivities with regard to the assumptions made
that\u00a0have the most significant impact on measurement under
IFRS 17 please refer to note 3 management of risk.
(a) Discount rates
Insurance contract liabilities are calculated by discounting
expected future cash flows at a risk-free rate, plus an illiquidity
premium where applicable. Risk-free rates were derived using
swap rates available in the market denominated in the same
currency as the insurance contracts being measured. When
swap rates are not available, highly liquid sovereign bonds with
the highest (for example, AAA/AA) credit rating were used.
Management uses judgement to assess liquidity characteristics
of the liability cash flows. The illiquidity premium was estimated
based on market observable liquidity premiums in financial
assets, adjusted to reflect the illiquidity characteristics of the
liability cash flows. The illiquidity premium is determined by
reference to market observable AA-rated bonds yield curve
in\u00a0the currency of the insurance contract being measured,
adjusted to remove both expected and unexpected credit risk.
The following discount rates were applied for the currencies
and periods presented below:
Year end 31 December 2024
1 year
3 year
5 year
%
%
%
USD
4.27
4.18
4.24
GBP
4.68
4.40
4.35
EUR
2.46
2.35
2.49
CAD
2.96
2.88
2.98
Year end 31 December 2023
1 year
3 year
5 year
%
%
%
USD
4.83
3.92
3.74
GBP
4.97
4.12
3.82
EUR
3.49
2.75
2.65
CAD
4.63
3.69
3.39
(b) Estimates of future cash flows to fulfil insurance contracts
Included in the measurement of each group of contracts within
the scope of IFRS 17 are all of the future cash flows within the
boundary of each group of contracts. The estimates of these
future cash flows are based on probability-weighted expected
future cash flows. The Group estimates which cash flows are
expected and the probability that they will occur as at the
measurement date. In setting these expectations, the Group
uses information about past events, current conditions and
forecasts of future conditions. The Group\u2019s estimate of
future\u00a0cash flows is the mean of a range of scenarios that
reflect the\u00a0full range of possible outcomes. Each scenario
specifies\u00a0the amount, timing and probability of cash flows.
The\u00a0probability-weighted average of the future cash flows is
calculated using a deterministic scenario representing the
probability-weighted mean of a range of scenarios.
\"\"
Where estimates of expenses-related cash flows are determined
at the portfolio level or higher, they are allocated\u00a0to\u00a0groups of
contracts on a systematic basis, such as\u00a0activity-based costing
method. The Group has determined that this method results in
a\u00a0systematic and rational allocation. Similar methods are
consistently applied to allocate expenses of a similar nature.
Acquisition cash flows are typically allocated to groups of
contracts based on gross premiums written. This\u00a0includes an
allocation of acquisition cash flows among existing\u00a0groups of
insurance contracts issued. Claims settlement-related expenses
are largely allocated based on\u00a0claims costs.
Uncertainty in the estimation of future claims and benefit
payments arises primarily from the severity and frequency
of\u00a0claims and uncertainties regarding future inflation rates
leading to claims and claims-handling expenses growth.
Assumptions used to develop estimates about future cash
flows are reassessed at each reporting date and adjusted
where required.
(c) Risk adjustment for non-financial risk
The risk adjustment for non-financial risk is the compensation
that the Group requires for bearing the uncertainty about the
amount and timing of the cash flows of groups of insurance
contracts. The risk adjustment reflects an amount that an
insurer would charge to make it indifferent between the cash
flows with a range of probable scenarios versus equivalent
fixed cash flows.
To determine the risk adjustment for non-financial risk for
reinsurance contracts, the Group applies a combination
of\u00a0a\u00a0value at risk (VaR) (or a percentile) approach and a
scenario-based approach, both gross and net of reinsurance,
and derives the amount of risk being transferred to the
reinsurer as the difference between the two results. Most
business is measured under the PAA model and therefore
the\u00a0Group does not calculate a risk adjustment in relation
to\u00a0LRC excluding loss component.
The Group calculates the risk adjustment for incurred
claims\u00a0liabilities at each insurance undertaking entity level in
accordance with its risk profile using a combination of the VaR
method and scenario analysis, targeting an overall confidence
level range for the aggregate risk distribution. Scenario analysis
is used to determine the level of compensation that the Group
requires for bearing uncertainty for qualitative risks not
captured in the risk distribution and large event-driven claims,
such as natural catastrophes. Given the nature of the
underlying business and losses it is normal for new risks to
become apparent or for the magnitude of existing risks to
change over time. The risk adjustment in its entirety is judged
to provide adequate compensation for the risk in the reserves.
Group diversification benefit is not considered at the
individual\u00a0insurance undertaking entity level but is considered
in\u00a0determining the confidence level at a consolidated level
for\u00a0disclosure purposes. At 31\u00a0December 2024, the risk
adjustment in respect of the LIC net of reinsurance is at
the\u00a083rd percentile (2023: 83rd percentile).
(d) Fair value measurement
The Group carries its financial investments at fair value through
profit or loss, with fair values determined using published price
quotations in the most active financial markets in which the
assets trade, where available. Where quoted market prices are
not available, valuation techniques are used to value financial
instruments. These include third-party valuation reports and
models utilising both observable and unobservable market
inputs. Valuation techniques involve judgement, including the
use of valuation models and their inputs, which can lead to a
range of plausible valuations for financial investments. Note
3.3(a) discusses the reliability of the Group\u2019s fair values.
(e) Employee benefit
The employee retirement benefit scheme obligations are
calculated and valued with reference to a number of actuarial
assumptions including mortality, inflation rates and discount
rate, many of which have been subject to recent volatility.
This\u00a0complex set of economic variables can have a significant
impact on the financial statements, as shown in note 24.
(f) Tax
The Group operates in a multinational environment, and
legislation concerning the determination of taxation of assets
and liabilities is complex and continually evolving. In preparing
the financial statements, the Group applies significant
judgements in identifying uncertainties over tax treatments
and\u00a0in the measurement of the provision being the best estimate
of the amount expected to become payable. The assessment is
based on the judgement of tax professionals within the Group
supported by previous experience in respect of such activities
and based on advice sought from specialist tax advisors.
A deferred tax asset can be recognised only to the extent
that\u00a0it\u00a0is recoverable. The recoverability of deferred tax assets\u00a0in
respect of carry forward losses requires consideration\u00a0of the
future levels of taxable profit in the Group.\u00a0In preparing the
Group\u2019s financial statements, management estimates taxation
assets and liabilities after taking appropriate professional advice,
as shown in note 22. Significant estimates and assumptions
used in the valuation of\u00a0deferred tax relate to the forecast
taxable profits, taking into account the Group\u2019s financial and
strategic plans. See note 23 for further details of adjustments
made to deferred tax during the year.
The determination and finalisation of agreed taxation assets
and liabilities may not occur until several years after the
reporting date and consequently the final amounts payable
or\u00a0receivable may differ from those presented in these
financial\u00a0statements.", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfSignificantJudgementsAndChangesInJudgementsMadeInApplyingIFRS17Explanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-411": { "value": "2.19 Use of significant accounting judgements, estimates and assumptionsThe preparation of financial statements requires the Group to select accounting policies and make judgements (other than those involving estimations) that have a significant impact on the amounts recognised and to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses in the consolidated financial\u00a0statements.The Audit Committee reviews the reasonableness of critical judgements, estimates and assumptions applied and the appropriateness of material accounting policies information. The significant issues considered by the Committee in the year\u00a0are included within the Audit Committee report on pages 110 to 112.Significant accounting judgementsThe following accounting policies are the critical judgements, apart from those involving estimations (which are presented separately below), that the Directors have made in the process of applying the Group's accounting policies and that have the most significant impact on the amounts recognised in the consolidated financial statements.\u2022 Consolidation: assessment of whether the Group controls or has significant influence over an underlying entity, for example, the treatment of insurance-linked securities funds including consideration of its decision-making authority and its rights to the variable returns from the\u00a0entity. \u2022 Financial investments: classification and measurement of\u00a0investments including the application of the fair value\u00a0option.(a) Liability for incurred claimsThe ultimate cost of outstanding claims is estimated by using a range of standard actuarial claims projection techniques. The Group relies on actuarial analysis to estimate the settlement cost of future claims. Via a formal governed process, there is close communication between the actuaries and other key stakeholders, such as the underwriters, claims and finance teams when setting and validating the assumptions. The main assumption underlying these techniques is that a Group\u2019s past claims development experience can be used to project future claims development and hence ultimate claims costs. These methods extrapolate the development of paid and incurred losses, average costs per claim (including claims handling costs), and claim numbers based on the observed development of earlier years and expected loss ratios. Historical claims development is mainly analysed by accident years, but can also be further analysed by geographical area, as well as by significant business lines and claim types. In most cases, no explicit assumptions are made regarding future rates of claims inflation or loss ratios. Instead, the assumptions used are those implicit in the historical claims development data on which the projections are based. Additional qualitative judgement is used to assess the extent to which past trends may not apply in future (for example, to reflect one-off occurrences, changes in external or market factors such as public attitudes to claiming, economic conditions, levels of claims inflation, judicial decisions and legislation, as well as internal factors such as portfolio mix, policy features and claims\u00a0handling procedures) in order to arrive at the estimated ultimate cost of claims that present the probability-weighted expected value outcome from the range of possible outcomes, taking account of all the uncertainties involved.(b) Premium allocation approach eligibility assessmentA simplified measurement model, the PAA, can be applied if certain eligibility criteria are met. The majority of the Group\u2019s policies have a coverage period of 12 months or less and so are eligible for the PAA. Management applies significant judgement whether applying PAA to those groups of contracts\u00a0differ materially from general measurement model (GMM) with a coverage period\u00a0extending beyond 12 months.Significant accounting estimatesThe key assumptions concerning the future, and other key sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting period that may have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to\u00a0the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next\u00a0financial year, are discussed below. All estimates are based on management\u2019s knowledge of current facts and circumstances, assumptions based on that\u00a0knowledge and their predictions of future events. Actual results may differ from those estimates, possibly significantly. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period\u00a0in which the estimate is revised and in any future periods affected.The most critical estimate included within the consolidated statement of financial position is the measurement of insurance contract liabilities and reinsurance contract assets, and in particular the estimate of the liability for incurred claims (LIC). The total gross estimate of LIC as at 31\u00a0December 2024 is $6,040.7 million (2023: $6,249.6\u00a0million). The total estimate for reinsurance asset for incurred claims as at 31\u00a0December 2024 is $2,046.5 million (2023:\u00a0$2,217.1 million).Insurance and reinsurance contractsIn applying IFRS 17 measurement requirements, the following inputs and methods were used that include significant estimates. The present value of future cash flows is estimated\u00a0using deterministic scenarios. The assumptions used\u00a0in the deterministic scenarios are derived to approximate the probability-weighted mean of a full range of scenarios. For\u00a0the sensitivities with regard to the assumptions made that\u00a0have the most significant impact on measurement under IFRS 17 please refer to note 3 management of risk.(a) Discount ratesInsurance contract liabilities are calculated by discounting expected future cash flows at a risk-free rate, plus an illiquidity premium where applicable. Risk-free rates were derived using swap rates available in the market denominated in the same currency as the insurance contracts being measured. When swap rates are not available, highly liquid sovereign bonds with the highest (for example, AAA/AA) credit rating were used.Management uses judgement to assess liquidity characteristics of the liability cash flows. The illiquidity premium was estimated based on market observable liquidity premiums in financial assets, adjusted to reflect the illiquidity characteristics of the liability cash flows. The illiquidity premium is determined by reference to market observable AA-rated bonds yield curve in\u00a0the currency of the insurance contract being measured, adjusted to remove both expected and unexpected credit risk.The following discount rates were applied for the currencies and periods presented below:Year end 31 December 2024 1 year 3 year 5 year % % % USD 4.274.184.24GBP 4.684.404.35EUR 2.462.352.49CAD 2.962.882.98Year end 31 December 2023 1 year 3 year 5 year % % % USD 4.833.923.74GBP 4.974.123.82EUR 3.492.752.65CAD 4.633.693.39(b) Estimates of future cash flows to fulfil insurance contractsIncluded in the measurement of each group of contracts within the scope of IFRS 17 are all of the future cash flows within the boundary of each group of contracts. The estimates of these future cash flows are based on probability-weighted expected future cash flows. The Group estimates which cash flows are expected and the probability that they will occur as at the measurement date. In setting these expectations, the Group uses information about past events, current conditions and forecasts of future conditions. The Group\u2019s estimate of future\u00a0cash flows is the mean of a range of scenarios that reflect the\u00a0full range of possible outcomes. Each scenario specifies\u00a0the amount, timing and probability of cash flows. The\u00a0probability-weighted average of the future cash flows is calculated using a deterministic scenario representing the probability-weighted mean of a range of scenarios.Where estimates of expenses-related cash flows are determined at the portfolio level or higher, they are allocated\u00a0to\u00a0groups of contracts on a systematic basis, such as\u00a0activity-based costing method. The Group has determined that this method results in a\u00a0systematic and rational allocation. Similar methods are consistently applied to allocate expenses of a similar nature. Acquisition cash flows are typically allocated to groups of contracts based on gross premiums written. This\u00a0includes an allocation of acquisition cash flows among existing\u00a0groups of insurance contracts issued. Claims settlement-related expenses are largely allocated based on\u00a0claims costs.Uncertainty in the estimation of future claims and benefit payments arises primarily from the severity and frequency of\u00a0claims and uncertainties regarding future inflation rates leading to claims and claims-handling expenses growth. Assumptions used to develop estimates about future cash flows are reassessed at each reporting date and adjusted where required.(c) Risk adjustment for non-financial riskThe risk adjustment for non-financial risk is the compensation that the Group requires for bearing the uncertainty about the amount and timing of the cash flows of groups of insurance contracts. The risk adjustment reflects an amount that an insurer would charge to make it indifferent between the cash flows with a range of probable scenarios versus equivalent fixed cash flows.To determine the risk adjustment for non-financial risk for reinsurance contracts, the Group applies a combination of\u00a0a\u00a0value at risk (VaR) (or a percentile) approach and a scenario-based approach, both gross and net of reinsurance, and derives the amount of risk being transferred to the reinsurer as the difference between the two results. Most business is measured under the PAA model and therefore the\u00a0Group does not calculate a risk adjustment in relation to\u00a0LRC excluding loss component.The Group calculates the risk adjustment for incurred claims\u00a0liabilities at each insurance undertaking entity level in accordance with its risk profile using a combination of the VaR method and scenario analysis, targeting an overall confidence level range for the aggregate risk distribution. Scenario analysis is used to determine the level of compensation that the Group requires for bearing uncertainty for qualitative risks not captured in the risk distribution and large event-driven claims, such as natural catastrophes. Given the nature of the underlying business and losses it is normal for new risks to become apparent or for the magnitude of existing risks to change over time. The risk adjustment in its entirety is judged to provide adequate compensation for the risk in the reserves.Group diversification benefit is not considered at the individual\u00a0insurance undertaking entity level but is considered in\u00a0determining the confidence level at a consolidated level for\u00a0disclosure purposes. At 31\u00a0December 2024, the risk adjustment in respect of the LIC net of reinsurance is at the\u00a083rd percentile (2023: 83rd percentile).(d) Fair value measurementThe Group carries its financial investments at fair value through profit or loss, with fair values determined using published price quotations in the most active financial markets in which the assets trade, where available. Where quoted market prices are not available, valuation techniques are used to value financial instruments. These include third-party valuation reports and models utilising both observable and unobservable market inputs. Valuation techniques involve judgement, including the use of valuation models and their inputs, which can lead to a range of plausible valuations for financial investments. Note 3.3(a) discusses the reliability of the Group\u2019s fair values.(e) Employee benefitThe employee retirement benefit scheme obligations are calculated and valued with reference to a number of actuarial assumptions including mortality, inflation rates and discount rate, many of which have been subject to recent volatility. This\u00a0complex set of economic variables can have a significant impact on the financial statements, as shown in note 24. (f) TaxThe Group operates in a multinational environment, and legislation concerning the determination of taxation of assets and liabilities is complex and continually evolving. In preparing the financial statements, the Group applies significant judgements in identifying uncertainties over tax treatments and\u00a0in the measurement of the provision being the best estimate of the amount expected to become payable. The assessment is based on the judgement of tax professionals within the Group supported by previous experience in respect of such activities and based on advice sought from specialist tax advisors. A deferred tax asset can be recognised only to the extent that\u00a0it\u00a0is recoverable. The recoverability of deferred tax assets\u00a0in respect of carry forward losses requires consideration\u00a0of the future levels of taxable profit in the Group.\u00a0In preparing the Group\u2019s financial statements, management estimates taxation assets and liabilities after taking appropriate professional advice, as shown in note 22. Significant estimates and assumptions used in the valuation of\u00a0deferred tax relate to the forecast taxable profits, taking into account the Group\u2019s financial and strategic plans. See note 23 for further details of adjustments made to deferred tax during the year.The determination and finalisation of agreed taxation assets and liabilities may not occur until several years after the reporting date and consequently the final amounts payable or\u00a0receivable may differ from those presented in these financial\u00a0statements.", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:ExplanationOfAssumptionAboutFutureWithSignificantRiskOfResultingInMaterialAdjustments", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-414": { "value": "
3 Management of risk
The Group\u2019s overall appetite for accepting and managing
varying classes of risk is defined by the Group\u2019s Board
of\u00a0Directors. The Board has developed a governance
framework and has set Group-wide risk management
policies\u00a0and procedures which include risk identification, risk
management and mitigation and risk reporting. The objective
of\u00a0these policies and procedures is to protect the Group\u2019s
shareholders, policyholders and other stakeholders from
negative events that could hinder the Group\u2019s delivery of its
contractual obligations and its achievement of sustainable
profitable economic and social performance.
The Board exercises oversight of the development and
operational implementation of its risk management policies
and\u00a0procedures through the Risk Committee, and ongoing
compliance through a dedicated internal audit function,
which\u00a0has operational independence, clear terms of
reference\u00a0influenced by the Board\u2019s Non Executive Directors
and a clear upwards reporting structure back into the
Board.\u00a0The Group, in\u00a0line with the non-life insurance industry
generally,\u00a0is fundamentally driven by a desire to originate,
retain\u00a0and service insurance contracts to maturity. The
Group\u2019s\u00a0cash flows are funded mainly through advance
premium collections and the timing of such premium inflows
is\u00a0reasonably predictable. In addition, the majority of material
cash outflows are typically triggered by the occurrence of
insured events, although the timing, frequency and severity
of\u00a0claims can fluctuate.
The principal sources of risk relevant to the Group\u2019s operations
and its financial statements fall into three broad categories:
operational risk, insurance risk and financial risk, which are
described in notes 3.1, 3.2 and 3.3 below. The Group also
actively manages its capital risks as detailed in note 3.4 and
tax risks as detailed in note 3.5. Additional unaudited
information is also provided in the corporate governance,
risk\u00a0management and capital sections of this Annual Report
and Accounts.
3.1 Operational risk
The Group is exposed to the risk of direct or indirect loss
resulting from internal processes, people or systems, or
from\u00a0external events. This includes cyber security risk, as
well\u00a0as major IT, systems or service failures. The Group has
demonstrated continued resilience, underscoring the benefits
of its business model, disciplined risk management and
ongoing investment in technology and infrastructure.
Hiscox has implemented several operational risk
management\u00a0processes, which include a continued focus on
Group-wide crisis management response planning and
enhancing its defences\u00a0and response to information security
and cyber threats. Hiscox regularly reassesses its information
security standards and methodologies to ensure appropriate
governance and consistency in its approach. In 2024, we
also\u00a0introduced an\u00a0artificial intelligence (AI) standard to
ensure\u00a0we have appropriate governance and controls
around\u00a0our own use of\u00a0AI.
In 2024, Hiscox introduced a Governance, Control and Risk
system which is used to perform the annual Risk and Control
Self Assessment exercise. It also enables more robust
reporting and analysis of operational risk events, driving greater
insight and lessons learnt.
Our third-party suppliers are often crucial to our business,
enabling the delivery of high-quality service to our customers.
We have an established supplier code of conduct which sets
out the standards we expect our suppliers to operate to. Due
diligence\u00a0is carried out not only as part of an initial sourcing
exercise but refreshed on an annual basis. We are investing in
supply chain management tools and processes which help us
better manage risk, including being part of the Financial
Services Qualification Scheme, utilising ESG ratings and
verification tooling.
3.2 Insurance risk
The predominant risk to which the Group is exposed is
insurance risk which is assumed through the underwriting
process. Insurance risk can be sub-categorised into
i)\u00a0underwriting risk including the risk of catastrophe,
systemic\u00a0insurance losses and the market cycle, and
ii)\u00a0reserving risk.
i) Underwriting risk
The Board sets the Group\u2019s underwriting strategy and risk
appetite, seeking to exploit identified opportunities in light of
other relevant anticipated market conditions.
The Board requires all underwriters to operate within an overall
Group appetite for individual events. This defines the maximum
exposure that the Group is prepared to retain on its own
account for any one potential catastrophe event or disaster.
In\u00a0addition, the Group\u2019s overall underwriting risk appetite
seeks\u00a0to ensure that in a 1-in-200 bad year we are within the
underwriting risk limit. The limit is calibrated each year based
on exposure, expected profit and the size of other correlated
risks to enable us to continue in business and take advantage
of market opportunities that arise.
Specific underwriting objectives such as aggregation limits,
reinsurance protection thresholds and geographical disaster
event risk exposures are prepared and reviewed by the Group
Chief Underwriting Officer in order to translate the Board\u2019s
summarised underwriting strategy into specific measurable
actions and targets. These actions and targets are reviewed
and approved by the Board in advance of each underwriting
year. The underwriting strategy is continually reviewed
throughout each underwriting year in light of the evolving
market pricing and loss conditions and as opportunities
present themselves. The Group\u2019s underwriters and
management consider underwriting risk at an individual
contract level, and also from a portfolio perspective where the
risks assumed in similar classes of policies are aggregated and
the exposure evaluated in light of historical portfolio experience
and prospective factors.
To assist with the process of pricing and managing
underwriting risk, the Group routinely performs a wide range
of\u00a0activities including the following:
\u2022 regularly updating the Group\u2019s risk models;
\u2022 documenting, monitoring and reporting on the Group\u2019s
strategy to manage risk;
\u2022 developing systems that facilitate the identification of
emerging issues promptly;
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\u2022 utilising sophisticated computer modelling tools to
simulate catastrophes and measure the resultant
potential losses before and after reinsurance;
\u2022 monitoring legal developments and amending the
wording of policies when necessary;
\u2022 regularly aggregating risk exposures across individual
underwriting portfolios and known accumulations of risk;
\u2022 examining the aggregated exposures in advance of
underwriting further large risks; and
\u2022 developing processes that factor market intelligence
into\u00a0the pricing process.
The delegation of underwriting authority to specific individuals,
both internally and externally, is subject to regular review.
All\u00a0underwriting staff and binding agencies are set with strict
parameters in relation to the levels and types of business they
can underwrite, based on individual levels of experience and
competence. These parameters cover areas such as the
maximum sums insured per insurance contract, maximum
gross premiums written and maximum aggregated exposures
per geographical zone and risk class. Regular meetings are
held between underwriting, claims and actuarial teams in order
to monitor claims development patterns and discuss individual
underwriting issues as they arise. The Group compiles
estimates of losses arising from extreme loss events using
statistical models alongside input from its underwriters. These
require significant management judgement. The extreme loss
scenarios, shown on pages 45 to 46, represent hypothetical
major events occurring in areas with large insured values.
They also represent areas of potentially significant exposure for
Hiscox. In addition to understanding the loss Hiscox may suffer
from an event, it is important to ensure that the risk models
used are calibrated to the risks faced today. This includes
recognising and forecasting inflationary trends, updating trends
in claims payments, and capturing climate change-related
impacts. Hiscox has a climate risk framework, which is used
to\u00a0assess where research resources should be focused,
and\u00a0models updated, and as a result improves not only the
Group\u2019s\u00a0understanding of the potential impact of a changing
climate but also the Group\u2019s ability to respond.
The selection of extreme loss scenario events is adjusted each
year and they are not therefore necessarily directly comparable
from one year to the next. The events are extreme and
unprecedented, and as such these estimates may prove
inadequate as a result of incorrect assumptions, model
deficiencies, or losses from unmodelled risks. This means that
should an extreme loss event actually occur, the Group\u2019s final
ultimate losses could materially differ from those estimates
modelled by management. The Group\u2019s insurance contracts
include provisions to contain losses, such as the ability to
impose deductibles and demand reinstatement premiums in
certain cases. In addition, in order to manage the Group\u2019s
exposure to repeated catastrophic events (both man-made
and natural catastrophes), relevant policies frequently contain
payment limits to cap the maximum amount payable from
these insured events over the contract period. In the case
of\u00a0climate-exposed risks specifically, the vast majority of
contracts written by the Group are annual in nature and
thus\u00a0can be revised frequently. This flexibility is a key tool
for\u00a0managing the multi-decade challenge of climate
risks\u00a0holistically.
The Group also manages underwriting risk by purchasing
reinsurance. Reinsurance protection is purchased at an entity
level and is also considered at an overall Group level to mitigate
the effect of catastrophes and unexpected concentrations of
risk. However, the scope and type of reinsurance protection
purchased may change depending on the extent and
competitiveness of cover available in the market.
The estimated liquidity profile to settle the net claims liabilities
is\u00a0given in note 3.3(e).
The specific insurance risks accepted by the Group fall
broadly\u00a0into the following main categories: reinsurance
inwards, marine and major asset property, other property
risks,\u00a0casualty professional indemnity and casualty other
insurance risks. These specific categories are defined for
risk\u00a0review purposes only, as each contains risks specific to
the\u00a0nature of the cover provided. They are not exclusively
aligned to any specific reportable segment in the Group\u2019s
operational structure or to the primary internal reports
reviewed\u00a0by the chief operating decision-maker. The Group
also considers climate change to be a cross-cutting risk
with\u00a0potential to impact each existing risk type, rather than a
stand-alone risk. By design, the established and embedded
Group risk management framework provides a controlled
and\u00a0consistent system for\u00a0the\u00a0identification, measurement,
mitigation, monitoring and\u00a0reporting of risks (both current
and\u00a0emerging) and so\u00a0is\u00a0structured in a way that allows us
to\u00a0continually and consistently manage the various impacts
of\u00a0climate risk on the risk profile. This is supported by equally
robust processes and policies that address climate-related
underwriting risks, such as the Group-wide ESG exclusions
policy which represents a commitment to reduce steadily,
and\u00a0eliminate by 2030, both underwriting and investment
exposure to coal-fired power plants and coal mines; Arctic
energy exploration, beginning with the Arctic National
Wildlife\u00a0Refuge; oil sands; and controversial weapons such
as\u00a0landmines.
More information on the strategy and governance structures in
place to manage climate-related risks can be found on pages
74 to 88. The following describes the policies and procedures
used to identify and measure the risks associated with each
individual category of business.
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Estimated concentration of insurance risks measured in insurance revenue is as follows:
Estimated concentration of insurance
risk in 2024
Types of insurance risk in the Group
Reinsurance
inwards
Property \u2013 marine
and major assets
Property \u2013 other
assets
Casualty \u2013
professional
indemnity
Casualty \u2013 other
risks
Other*
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Total
1,034.6
386.5
938.4
1,091.4
811.8
409.8
4,672.5
Estimated concentration of insurance risk
in 2023
Types of insurance risk in the Group
Reinsurance
inwards
Property \u2013 marine
and major assets
Property \u2013 other
assets
Casualty \u2013
professional
indemnity
Casualty \u2013 other
risks
Other*
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Total
976.2
345.0
903.3
1,077.1
789.2
392.4
4,483.2
*Includes a diverse mix of certain specialty lines such as kidnap and ransom, terrorism and other risks which contain a mix of property and casualty exposures.
Reinsurance inwards
The Group\u2019s reinsurance inwards acceptances are primarily
focused on large commercial property, homeowner and marine
and short-tail specialty exposures held by other insurance
companies predominantly in North America and other
developed economies. This business is characterised more by
large claims arising from individual events or catastrophes than
the high-frequency, low-severity attritional losses associated
with certain other business written by the Group. Multiple
insured losses can periodically arise out of a single natural or
man-made occurrence. The main circumstances that result in
claims against the reinsurance inwards book are conventional
catastrophes, such as earthquakes or storms, but also include
other events including fires, explosions and cyber events. The
occurrence and impact of these events are very difficult to
predict over the short term, which complicates attempts to
anticipate claims frequencies on an annual basis. In those
years where there is a low incidence of severe catastrophes,
claims frequencies on the reinsurance inwards\u00a0book can be
relatively low.
A significant proportion of the reinsurance inwards business
provides cover on an excess of loss basis for individual events.
The Group agrees to reimburse the cedant once their losses
exceed a minimum level. Consequently, the frequency and
severity of reinsurance inwards claims are related not only to
the number of significant insured events that occur, but also to
their individual magnitude. If numerous catastrophes occurred
in any one year, but the cedant\u2019s individual loss on each was
below the minimum stated, then the Group would have no
liability under such contracts. Maximum gross line sizes and
aggregate exposures are set for each type of programme.
The Group writes reinsurance risks for periods of mainly one
year so that contracts can be assessed for pricing and terms
and adjusted to reflect any changes in market conditions and
the evolving impact of climate change.
Property risks \u2013 marine and major assets
The Group directly underwrites a diverse range of property
risks. The risk profile of the property covered under marine
and\u00a0major asset policies is different to that typically contained
in the other classes of property (such as private households
and contents insurance) covered by the Group.
Typical property covered by marine and other major property
contracts includes fixed and moveable assets such as ships
and other vessels, cargo in transit, energy platforms and
installations, pipelines, other subsea assets, satellites,
commercial buildings and industrial plants and machinery.
These assets are typically exposed to a blend of catastrophic
and other large loss events and attritional claims arising from
conventional hazards such as collision, flooding, fire and theft.
Climate change may give rise to more frequent and severe
extreme weather events (for example, windstorms and river
flooding) and it may be expected that their frequency will
increase over time. For this reason, the Group accepts major
property insurance risks for periods of mainly one year so that
each contract can be repriced on renewal to reflect the
continually evolving risk profile. The most significant risks
covered for periods exceeding one year are certain specialist
lines such as marine and offshore construction projects which
can typically have building and assembling periods of between
three and four years. These form a small proportion of the
Group\u2019s overall portfolio.
Marine and major property contracts are normally underwritten
by reference to the commercial replacement value of the
property covered. The cost of repairing or rebuilding assets, of
replacement or indemnity for contents and time taken to restart
or resume operations to original levels for business interruption
losses are the key factors that influence the level of claims
under these policies. The Group\u2019s exposure to commodity
price risk in relation to these types of insurance contracts is
very limited, given the controlled extent of business interruption
cover offered in the areas prone to losses of asset production.
Other property risks
The Group provides building and contents insurance, together
with cover for artwork, antiques, classic cars, jewellery,
collectables and other assets in relation to personal customers
and small business owners. The Group also extends cover to
reimburse certain policyholders when named insureds or
insured assets are seized for kidnap and a ransom demand is
subsequently met. Events which can generate claims on these
contracts include burglary, kidnap, seizure of assets, acts of
vandalism, fires, flooding and storm damage. Losses on most
classes can be predicted with a greater degree of certainty as
there is a rich history of actual loss experience data and the
locations of the assets covered, and the individual levels of
security taken by owners, are relatively static from one year
to\u00a0the next.
The losses associated with these contracts tend to be of a
higher frequency and lower severity than the marine and other
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major property assets covered above. The Group\u2019s building
and contents insurance contracts are exposed to weather and
climate-related risks such as floods and windstorms and their
consequences. As outlined earlier, the frequency and severity
of these losses do not lend themselves to accurate prediction
over the short term. Contract periods are therefore not
normally more than one year at a time to enable risks to
be\u00a0regularly repriced.
Contracts are underwritten by reference to the commercial
replacement value of the properties and contents insured.
Claims payment limits are always included to cap the amount
payable on occurrence of the insured event.
Casualty insurance risks
The casualty underwriting strategy attempts to ensure that the
underwritten risks are well diversified in terms of type and
amount of potential hazard, industry and geography. However,
the Group\u2019s exposure is more focused towards professional,
general, technological and marine liability risks. Claims typically
arise from incidents such as errors and omissions attributed to
the insured, professional negligence and general liability losses
which can be property damage or bodily injury in nature. The
provision of insurance to cover allegations made against
individuals acting in the course of fiduciary or managerial
responsibilities, including directors and officers\u2019 insurance,
is\u00a0one example of a casualty insurance risk.
The Group\u2019s casualty insurance contracts mainly experience
low-severity attritional losses. By nature, some casualty losses
may take longer to settle than other categories of business.
In\u00a0addition, there is increased potential for accumulation in
casualty risk due to the growing complexity of business,
technological advances, and greater interconnectivity and
interdependency across the world due to globalisation. The
Group\u2019s pricing strategy for casualty insurance policies is
typically based on historical claim frequencies and average
claim severities, adjusted for inflation and extrapolated
forwards to incorporate projected changes in claims patterns.
In determining the price of each policy, an allowance is also
made for acquisition and administration expenses, reinsurance
costs, investment returns and the Group\u2019s cost of capital.
The market for cyber insurance is still a relatively immature one,
complicated by the fast-moving nature of the threat, as the
world becomes even more connected. The risks associated
with cyber insurance are multiplying in both diversity and scale,
with associated financial and reputational consequences of
failing to prepare for them. The Group has focused its cyber
expertise on prevention, in addition to the more traditional
recovery product. Cyber products are sold through our
businesses in the UK, USA, Bermuda and Europe, and the
product is sold both direct to consumers and through a
more\u00a0traditional broker channel.
ii) Reserving risk
The Group\u2019s procedures for estimating the outstanding costs
of settling insured losses at the end of the reporting period,
including liability of incurred claims, are detailed in note 20.2.
The\u00a0Group\u2019s provision estimates are subject to rigorous review
by senior management from all areas of the business. The
managed Syndicates and US business receive a review of their
estimates from independent actuaries. The final provision is
approved by the relevant boards on the recommendation of
dedicated reserving committees. Similar to the underwriting
risk detailed\u00a0above, the Group\u2019s reserve risks are well
diversified. Short-tailed claims are normally notified and settled
within 12 to\u00a024 months of the insured event occurring. Those
claims taking the longest time to develop and settle typically
relate to casualty risks, where legal complexities occasionally
develop regarding the insured\u2019s alleged omissions or
negligence. The length of time required to obtain definitive legal
judgments and make eventual settlements exposes the Group
to a degree of reserving risk in an inflationary environment.
The final quantum for casualty claims may not be established
for many years after the event. A significant proportion of the
casualty insurance amounts reserved on the statement of
financial position may not be expected to settle within 24
months of the end of the reporting period. Consequently,
our\u00a0approach is not to recognise favourable experience in
the\u00a0early years of development in the reserving process
when\u00a0setting the booked\u00a0reserve.
Certain marine and property insurance contracts, such as
those relating to subsea and other energy assets and the
related business interruption risks, can also take longer than
normal to settle. This is because of the length of time required
for detailed subsea surveys to be carried out and damage
assessments agreed, together with difficulties in predicting
when the assets can be brought back into full production.
For the inwards reinsurance lines, there is often a time lag
between the establishment and re-estimate of case reserves
and reporting to the Group. The Group works closely with the
reinsured to ensure timely reporting and also centrally analyses
industry loss data to verify the reported reserves.
The Group maintains explicit reserve uplifts to allow for the
impact of high inflation in recent years. Loss ratios are also
closely monitored to ensure they include an appropriate
allowance for future inflation.
Losses from Covid-19 continue to settle well within
expectations. As time passes and legal cases are gradually
settled, the outcome becomes more certain and so the level
of\u00a0risk adjustment above the best estimate can be reduced.
3.3 Financial risk
Overview
The Group is exposed to financial risk through its ownership of
financial instruments including financial liabilities. These items
collectively represent a significant element of the Group\u2019s net
shareholder funds. The Group invests in financial assets in
order to fund obligations arising from its insurance contracts
and financial liabilities.
The key financial risk for the Group is that the proceeds from
its\u00a0financial assets and investment result generated thereon
are\u00a0not sufficient to fund the Group\u2019s obligations. The most
important elements and economic variables that could result in
such an outcome relate to the reliability of fair value measures,
equity price risk, interest rate risk, credit risk, liquidity risk and
currency risk. The Group\u2019s policies and procedures for
managing exposure to these specific categories of risk
are\u00a0detailed below.
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(a) Reliability of fair values
The Group has elected to carry trade and other receivables
at\u00a0amortised cost and all financial investments at fair
value\u00a0through profit or loss as they are managed and
evaluated\u00a0on a\u00a0fair value basis in accordance with a
documented strategy.
With the exception of any unquoted investments shown in
note\u00a017, all of the financial investments held by the Group
are\u00a0available to trade in markets and the Group therefore
seeks\u00a0 to\u00a0determine fair value by reference to published
prices\u00a0or as derived by pricing vendors using observable
quotations in\u00a0the most active financial markets in which
the\u00a0assets trade.
The fair value of financial assets is measured primarily with
reference to their closing market prices at the end of the
reporting period. The ability to obtain quoted market prices
may be reduced in periods of diminished liquidity. In addition,
those quoted prices that may be available may represent an
unrealistic proportion of market holdings or individual trade
sizes that could not be readily available to the Group. In
such\u00a0instances, fair values may be determined or partially
supplemented using other observable market inputs such
as\u00a0prices provided by market makers such as dealers and
brokers, and prices achieved in the most recent regular
transaction of identical or closely-related instruments
occurring\u00a0before the end of the reporting period, but
updated\u00a0for relevant perceived changes in market conditions.
Valuation of securities will continue to be impacted by
external\u00a0market factors including interest rates, default rates,
rating agency actions and liquidity. The Group will make
adjustments to the investment portfolio as appropriate as
part\u00a0of its overall\u00a0portfolio strategy, but its ability to mitigate
its\u00a0risk by\u00a0selling or hedging its exposures may be limited
by\u00a0the market\u00a0environment.
The Group\u2019s future results may be impacted, both
positively\u00a0and negatively, by the valuation adjustments
applied\u00a0to securities.
Note 17 provides an analysis of the measurement attributes
of\u00a0the Group\u2019s financial instruments.
(b) Price risk
The Group is exposed to price risk through its holdings of
equities and investment funds. This is limited to a relatively
small and controlled proportion of the overall investment
portfolio and the equities and investment funds involved
are\u00a0diversified over a number of companies and industries.
The fair value of equities and investment fund assets in the
consolidated statement of financial position at 31\u00a0December
2024 was $210.2 million (2023: $205.4 million). A 10%
downward correction in equities and investment fund prices
at\u00a031\u00a0December 2024 would have been expected to reduce
Group equity and profit after tax by approximately $18 million
(2023: $18 million). These may be analysed as follows:
Nature of equity and investment
fund holdings
2024
2023
% weighting
% weighting
Directly held equity securities
15
15
Equity funds
34
32
Hedge funds
51
53
Geographic focus
Specific UK mandates
36
39
Global mandates
64
61
The allocation of price risk is not heavily confined to any one
market index so as to reduce the Group\u2019s exposure to
individual sensitivities. We make allocations to diversifying and
less volatile strategies, such as absolute return strategies, so
as to balance our desire to maximise returns with the need
to\u00a0ensure capital is available to support our underwriting
throughout any downturn in financial markets.
(c) Interest rate risk
Debt and fixed income investments represent a significant
proportion of the Group\u2019s assets and the Board continually
monitors investment strategy to minimise the risk of a fall in the
portfolio\u2019s market value which could affect the amount of
business that the Group is able to underwrite or its ability to
settle claims as they fall due. The fair value of the Group\u2019s
investment portfolio of debt and fixed income holdings and
some private credit funds is normally inversely correlated to
movements in market interest rates. If market interest rates
rise, the fair value of the Group\u2019s debt and fixed income
investments and private credit funds with underlying fixed-rate
debt would tend to fall and vice versa if credit spreads
remained constant. Debt and fixed income assets are
predominantly invested in high-quality corporate, government
and asset-backed bonds. The investments typically have
relatively short durations and terms to maturity. The portfolio
is\u00a0managed to minimise the impact of interest rate risk on
anticipated Group cash flows. The Group may also, from time
to time, enter into interest rate future contracts in order to
reduce interest rate risk on specific portfolios. The fair value of
debt and fixed income assets in the\u00a0consolidated statement of
financial position at 31\u00a0December 2024 was $6,660.9\u00a0million
(2023: $6,278.9 million). These may be analysed below
as\u00a0follows:
Nature of debt and fixed income
holdings
2024
2023
% weighting
% weighting
Government issued
18
20
Agency and government supported
3
4
Corporate bonds
63
60
Asset-backed securities
7
8
Mortgage-backed instruments
7
6
Lloyd\u2019s deposits and bond funds*
2
2
*Lloyd's deposits and bond funds include $28.3 million exchange-traded funds
which were previously classified as credit funds (2023: $26.5 million).
The fair value of private credit funds with exposures to
interest\u00a0rate risk at 31\u00a0December 2024 was $148.2 million
(2023: $54.7 million) of which more than 99% are floating rate.
\"\"
One method of assessing interest rate sensitivity is through
the\u00a0examination of duration-convexity factors in the
underlying\u00a0portfolio. Duration is the weighted average
length\u00a0of\u00a0time required for an instrument\u2019s cash flow stream
to\u00a0be recovered, where the weightings involved are based
on\u00a0the discounted present values of each cash flow. A
closely\u00a0related\u00a0concept, modified duration, measures the
sensitivity of\u00a0the instrument\u2019s price to a change in its yield
to\u00a0maturity. Convexity measures the sensitivity of modified
duration to changes in the yield to maturity. Using these
three\u00a0concepts, scenario modelling derives the below
estimated impact on instruments\u2019 fair values for a 100
basis\u00a0point change in the term structure of market
interest\u00a0rates.
The Group has used a duration-convexity-based sensitivity
analysis for the debt and fixed income holdings and private
credit funds, and recalculated the discounting impact for
the\u00a0reinsurance contract assets and insurance contract
liabilities. If\u00a0market interest rates had increased or
decreased\u00a0by 100 basis points at the end of the reporting
period, the Group equity and profit after tax for the year
might\u00a0have been expected to decrease or increase by the
following amounts:
1% increase/decrease in interest rates
31 December 2024
Equity/profit after tax
$m
Reinsurance contract assets
(32)/32
Insurance contract liabilities
91/(91)
Debt and fixed income holdings
(113)/113
Private credit funds
0/0
1% increase/decrease in interest rates
31 December 2023
Equity/profit after tax
$m
Reinsurance contract assets
(34)/34
Insurance contract liabilities
87/(87)
Debt and fixed income holdings
(90)/90
Private credit funds
0/0
The liability for incurred claims, reinsurance assets for
incurred\u00a0claims and certain reinsurance assets for
remaining\u00a0coverage are subject to discounting. Please
refer\u00a0to\u00a0note 2.19(a) for further details regarding the
discount\u00a0rate\u00a0used.
At 31\u00a0December 2024, the Group had borrowings at
nominal\u00a0value of \u00a3525 million (2023: \u00a3525 million). The
borrowings comprised \u00a3525 million (2023: \u00a3525 million)
of\u00a0long-term debt,\u00a0which includes two listed instruments of
\u00a3275 million and\u00a0\u00a3250 million, as explained in note 14: the first
being fixed-to-floating rate callable subordinated notes where
the floating rate becomes effective from November 2025; the
second being fixed rate notes maturing in September 2027.
The Group also has a revolving credit facility of $650 million
(2023: $600 million), which is $nil drawn (2023: $nil) and,
therefore, is not presenting interest rate risk. The Group has
no\u00a0other significant borrowings or other assets or liabilities
carrying interest rate risk, other than the facilities and Letters
of\u00a0Credit (LOCs) outlined in note 27.
(d) Credit risk
The Group has exposure to credit risk, which is the risk that a
counterparty will suffer a deterioration in actual or perceived
financial strength and be unable to pay amounts in full when
due, or that for any other reason they renege on a contract or
alter the terms of an agreement. The concentrations of credit
risk exposures held by insurers may be expected to be greater
than those associated with other industries, due to the specific
nature of reinsurance markets and the extent of investments
held in financial markets. In both markets, the Group interacts
with a number of counterparties who are engaged in similar
activities with similar customer profiles, and often in the same
geographical areas and industry sectors. Consequently, as
many of these counterparties are themselves exposed to
similar economic characteristics, one single localised or
macroeconomic change could severely disrupt the ability of
a\u00a0significant number of counterparties to meet the Group\u2019s
agreed contractual terms and obligations.
Key areas of exposure to credit risk include:
\u2022 reinsurance asset for incurred claims including amounts
due from reinsurers in respect of claims already paid;
\u2022 amounts due from insurance contract holders; and
\u2022 counterparty risk with respect to investments, derivative
transactions and catastrophe bonds.
The Group\u2019s maximum exposure to credit risk is represented
by the carrying values of financial assets and reinsurance
assets included in the consolidated statement of financial
position at any given point in time. The Group does not use
credit derivatives or other products to mitigate maximum credit
risk exposures on reinsurance assets, but collateral may be
requested to be held against these assets. The Group
structures the levels of credit risk accepted by placing limits
on\u00a0its exposure to a single counterparty, or groups of
counterparties, and having regard to geographical locations.
Such risks are subject to an annual or more frequent review.
There is no significant concentration of credit risk with respect
to trade and other receivables, as the Group has a large
number of internationally dispersed debtors with unrelated
operations. Reinsurance is used to contain insurance risk. This
does not, however, discharge the Group\u2019s liability as primary
insurer. If a reinsurer fails to pay a claim for any reason, the
Group remains liable for the payment to the policyholder. The
creditworthiness of reinsurers is therefore continually reviewed
throughout the year.
The Group Reinsurance Credit Committee (RCC) assesses
the\u00a0creditworthiness of all reinsurers by reviewing credit
grades\u00a0provided by rating agencies and other publicly
available\u00a0financial information detailing their financial strength
and performance, as well as detailed analysis from the Group\u2019s
analysis team. The financial analysis of reinsurers produces an
assessment categorised by factors including their S&P rating
(or equivalent when not available from S&P).
Despite the rigorous nature of this assessment exercise, and
the resultant restricted range of reinsurance counterparties
with\u00a0acceptable strength and credit credentials that emerges
therefrom, some degree of credit risk concentration
remains\u00a0inevitable.
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While the rating agencies provide strong analysis on the financials and governance of a reinsurance security, the RCC also takes
account of qualitative factors. The RCC considers the reputation of its reinsurance partners and also receives details of recent
payment history and the status of any ongoing negotiations between Group companies and these third parties. The final score
that a security receives will determine how much reinsurance credit risk Hiscox is willing to have with\u00a0that security based on the
exposure guidelines.
This information is used to update the reinsurance purchasing\u00a0strategy.
Individual operating units maintain records of the payment history for significant brokers and contract holders with whom they
conduct regular business. The exposure to individual counterparties is also managed by other mechanisms, such as the right of
offset, where counterparties are both debtors and creditors of the Group, and obtaining collateral from unrated counterparties.
Management information reports detailed provisions for impairment on trade and other receivables and subsequent write-off.
Exposures to individual intermediaries and groups of intermediaries are collected within the ongoing monitoring of the controls
associated with regulatory solvency.
The Group also mitigates counterparty credit risk by focusing debt and fixed income investments in a portfolio of typically
high-quality corporate and government bonds.
Derivative contracts may be traded on an exchange or over the counter. Many over-the-counter transactions are contracted and
documented under International Swaps and Derivatives Association Master Agreements or their equivalent, which are designed
to provide legally enforceable set-off in the event of default, reducing the Group's exposure to credit risk.
An analysis of the Group\u2019s major exposures to counterparty credit risk, excluding derivative assets, trade and other receivables,
and equities and units in unit trusts, based on S&P or equivalent rating, is presented below:
As at 31 December 2024
AAA
AA
A
BBB
Other/non-rated
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
14
885.9
1,775.8
1,969.2
1,689.9
340.1
6,660.9
Private credit funds
14
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
148.2
148.2
Reinsurance contract assets
20
370.0
1,118.6
480.7
\u2013
7.5
1,976.8
Total
1,255.9
2,894.4
2,449.9
1,689.9
495.8
8,785.9
As at 31 December 2023
AAA
AA
A
BBB
Other/non-rated
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
14
847.1
1,751.1
1,721.8
1,608.9
350.0
6,278.9
Private credit funds
14
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
54.7
54.7
Reinsurance contract assets
20
524.9
1,039.4
525.0
\u2013
9.0
2,098.3
Total
1,372.0
2,790.5
2,246.8
1,608.9
413.7
8,431.9
Within the debt and fixed income holdings, which include debt securities, deposits with credit institutions and cash equivalent
assets, there are exposures to a range of government borrowers, on either a direct or guaranteed basis, and banking institutions.
The Group, together with its investment managers, closely manages its geographical exposures across government issued and
supported debt.
The largest aggregated counterparty exposure related to debt and fixed income holdings at 31\u00a0December 2024 of $776 million
is\u00a0to the US Treasury (2023: $994 million).
Within private credit fund holdings, which include commingled vehicles which hold mainly loans, there are exposures to a range
of\u00a0corporate borrowers. The Group manages its exposure to individual funds and, together with the investment managers of the
funds, closely manages the sector and geographical exposures within the funds.
The Group is exposed to concentrations of risk with individual reinsurers due to the nature of the reinsurance market and the
restricted range of reinsurers that have acceptable credit ratings. The largest counterparty exposure included in reinsurance
assets at 31\u00a0December 2024 is to Munich Reinsurance Company (2023: Munich Reinsurance Company). The recoverable
amount from Munich Reinsurance Company represents 23% (2023: Munich Reinsurance Company 17%) of this category
of\u00a0assets.
For the current period and prior period, the Group did not experience any material defaults on debt securities. The Group\u2019s
AAA\u00a0rated reinsurance contract assets include fully collateralised positions at 31\u00a0December 2024 and 2023.
\"\"
(e) Liquidity risk
The Group is exposed to daily calls on its available cash resources, mainly from claims arising from insurance and reinsurance
contracts. Liquidity risk is the risk that cash may not be available to pay obligations when due at a reasonable cost. The Board
sets limits on the minimum level of cash and maturing funds available to meet such calls and on the minimum level of borrowing
facilities that should be in place to cover unexpected levels of claims and other cash demands.
A significant proportion of the Group\u2019s investments is in highly liquid assets which could be converted to cash in a prompt fashion
and at minimal expense. The Group\u2019s exposure to equities is concentrated on shares and funds that are traded on internationally
recognised stock exchanges.
The main focus of the investment portfolio is on high-quality, short-duration debt and fixed income securities and cash. There are
no significant holdings of investments with specific repricing dates. Notwithstanding the regular interest receipts and also the
Group\u2019s ability to liquidate these securities and the majority of its other financial instrument assets for cash in a prompt and
reasonable manner, the contractual maturity profile of the fair value of these securities at 31 December is as follows.
As at 31 December 2024
Within
one year
Between one
and two years
Between two
and three years
Between three
and four years
Between four
and five years
Over
five years
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Debt and fixed
income holdings
14
1,392.3
1,336.0
1,185.7
926.5
836.9
983.5
6,660.9
Cash and cash equivalents
18
1,227.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,227.0
Total
2,619.3
1,336.0
1,185.7
926.5
836.9
983.5
7,887.9
As at 31 December 2023
Within
one year
Between one
and two years
Between two
and three years
Between three
and four years
Between four
and five years
Over
five years
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Debt and fixed
income holdings
14
1,541.0
1,587.7
1,489.3
659.9
366.6
634.4
6,278.9
Cash and cash equivalents
18
1,437.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,437.0
Total
2,978.0
1,587.7
1,489.3
659.9
366.6
634.4
7,715.9
The Group\u2019s equities, equity funds, hedge funds and other non-dated instruments have no contractual maturity terms but
predominantly could be liquidated in an orderly manner for cash in a prompt and reasonable time frame within one year of the
end of the reporting period. The Group's private credit funds are not readily realisable and the principal will be returned over the
life of the underlying assets which have a typical contractual maturity of five to seven years.
The available headroom of working capital is monitored through the use of a detailed Group cash flow forecast which is reviewed
by management monthly, or more frequently as required.
Average contractual maturity analysed by denominational currency of investments as at 31 December
2024
2023
In years
In years
US Dollar
5.58
4.03
Sterling
2.48
2.18
Euro
2.92
2.55
Canadian Dollar
2.65
2.59
The following is an analysis by liability type of the estimated timing of net cash flows based on the liability for incurred claims.
The\u00a0estimated phasing of settlement is based on current estimates and historical trends and the actual timing of future
settlement\u00a0cash flows may differ materially from the disclosure below.
\"\"
Liquidity requirements to settle estimated profile of net undiscounted liability for incurred claims on statement of financial position:
As at 31 December 2024
Within
one year
Between one
and two years
Between two
and three years
Between three
and four years
Between four
and five years
Over
five years
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Total
20
1,813.4
1,043.2
586.5
322.4
197.0
344.8
4,307.3
As at 31 December 2023
Within
one year
Between one
and two years
Between two
and three years
Between three
and four years
Between four
and five years
Over
five years
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Total
20
1,821.6
1,042.6
557.3
359.5
202.2
368.5
4,351.7
Details of the payment profile of the Group\u2019s borrowings, derivative instruments and other liabilities are given in notes 14,
16\u00a0and\u00a021.
(f) Currency risk
Currency risk is the risk of loss resulting from fluctuations in exchange rates. The Group operates internationally and therefore
is\u00a0exposed to the financial impact of fluctuations in the exchange rates of various currencies.
The Group\u2019s exposures to foreign exchange risk arise mainly with respect to the US Dollar, Sterling and the Euro. These
exposures may be classified in two main categories:
\u2022 operational foreign exchange exposure arises from the conversion of foreign currency transactions resulting from the
activities of entering into insurance, investment, financing and operational contracts in a currency that is different to each
respective entity\u2019s functional currency; and
\u2022 structural foreign exchange exposure arises from the translation of the Group\u2019s net investment in foreign operations to the
US Dollar, the Group\u2019s presentation currency.
Operational currency risk
Operational foreign exchange risk is principally managed within the Group\u2019s individual insurance carriers by broadly matching
assets and liabilities by currency and liquidity. Due attention is paid to local regulatory solvency and risk-based capital
requirements. All foreign currency derivative transactions with external parties are managed centrally. The Group also
manages\u00a0some exchange risk centrally through matching intragroup loans and balances.
Structural currency risk
The Group\u2019s exposure to structural currency risks mainly relates to Sterling and the Euro net investments in businesses operating
in the UK and Europe. The Group does not ordinarily seek to use derivatives to mitigate the structural risk because:
\u2022 the currency translation gains and losses are accounted for in the currency translation reserve (a component of equity)
and\u00a0do not affect the income statement unless the related foreign operation is disposed of;
\u2022 the currency translation gains and losses have no cash flow.
In periods of significant volatility that are expected to persist for an extended period of time, the Group may elect to utilise
derivatives to mitigate or reduce the risk in order to preserve capital.
The currency profile of the Group\u2019s assets and liabilities is as follows:
Year ended 31 December 2024
US Dollar
Sterling
Euro
Other
2024
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Goodwill and intangible assets
115.3
112.1
81.4
0.0
308.8
Financial assets carried at fair value
5,269.7
932.9
710.0
165.0
7,077.6
Cash and cash equivalents
747.3
316.1
120.8
42.8
1,227.0
Reinsurance contract assets
1,668.6
158.4
139.3
10.5
1,976.8
Other assets
381.4
170.0
50.8
48.4
650.6
Total assets
8,182.3
1,689.5
1,102.3
266.7
11,240.8
Insurance contract liabilities
4,679.5
762.7
865.7
88.4
6,396.3
Other liabilities
101.6
940.0
60.7
52.3
1,154.6
Total liabilities
4,781.1
1,702.7
926.4
140.7
7,550.9
Total equity
3,401.2
(13.2)
175.9
126.0
3,689.9
\"\"
Year ended 31 December 2023
US Dollar
Sterling
Euro
Other
2023
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Goodwill and intangible assets
126.8
125.8
65.3
6.0
323.9
Financial assets carried at fair value
4,691.8
1,045.2
635.7
201.7
6,574.4
Cash and cash equivalents
819.7
321.2
219.1
77.0
1,437.0
Reinsurance contract assets
1,710.7
203.5
157.9
26.2
2,098.3
Other assets
385.2
146.7
39.6
55.4
626.9
Total assets
7,734.2
1,842.4
1,117.6
366.3
11,060.5
Insurance contract liabilities
4,893.2
764.7
845.4
100.7
6,604.0
Other liabilities
92.4
939.6
96.8
31.0
1,159.8
Total liabilities
4,985.6
1,704.3
942.2
131.7
7,763.8
Total equity
2,748.6
138.1
175.4
234.6
3,296.7
Sensitivity analysis
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, the Group used closing rates of exchange of $1: \u00a30.80 and $1: \u20ac0.97 (2023: of $1: \u00a30.78 and
$1:\u00a0\u20ac0.91). The Group performs sensitivity analysis based on a 10% strengthening or weakening of the US Dollar against Sterling.
This analysis assumes that all other variables, in particular interest rates, remain constant and that the underlying valuation of
assets and liabilities in their base currency is unchanged. The estimated sensitivities below take account of the retranslation
movements of foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities in Group entities, and for the effect on equity the impact on the
retranslation of entities with non-US Dollar functional currencies. The methodology includes inter-company balances that are
eliminated on consolidation, but still expose the Group to foreign currency risk.
During the year, the Group transacted in a number of over-the-counter forward currency derivative contracts.The contracts
remaining at 31 December 2024 increased the sensitivity of equity after tax and reduced the sensitivity of profit after tax; these
contracts were settled in January 2025. In 2023, the impact of such contracts on the sensitivity analysis was negligible.
As at 31 December
December 2024
effect on equity
after tax
December 2024
effect on profit
after tax
December 2023
effect on equity
after tax
December 2023
effect on profit
after tax
$m
$m
$m
$m
Strengthening of Sterling
48.6
1.5
77.4
13.6
Weakening of Sterling
(51.4)
(4.3)
(77.4)
(13.6)
(g) Limitations of sensitivity analysis
The sensitivity information given in notes 3.3 (a) to (f) demonstrates the estimated impact of a change in a major input
assumption, while other assumptions remain unchanged. In reality, there are normally significant levels of correlation between
the\u00a0assumptions and other factors. It should also be noted that these sensitivities are non-linear, and larger or smaller impacts
should not be interpolated or extrapolated from these results. The same limitations exist in respect to the retirement benefit
scheme sensitivities presented in note 24 to these financial statements. Furthermore, estimates of sensitivity may become less
reliable in unusual market conditions, such as instances when risk-free interest rates fall towards zero.
The sensitivity analysis does not take into consideration that the Group\u2019s assets and liabilities are actively managed. Additionally,
the financial position of the Group may vary at the time that any actual market movement occurs. For example, the Group\u2019s
financial risk management strategy aims to manage the exposure to market fluctuations. As investment markets move past
various trigger levels, management actions could include selling investments, changing the investment portfolio allocation and
taking other protective action.
3.4 Capital risk management
The Group\u2019s primary objectives when managing its capital position are:
\u2022 to safeguard its ability to continue as a going concern, so that it can continue to provide long-term growth and progressive
dividend returns for shareholders;
\u2022 to provide an adequate return to the Group\u2019s shareholders by pricing its insurance products and services commensurately
with the level of risk;
\u2022 to maintain an efficient cost of capital;
\u2022 to comply with all regulatory requirements by an appropriate margin;
\u2022 to maintain financial strength ratings of A in each of its insurance entities; and
\u2022 to settle policyholders\u2019 claims as they arise.
\"\"
The Group sets the amount of capital required in its funding structure in proportion to risk. The Group then manages the capital
structure and makes adjustments to it in the light of changes in economic conditions and the risk characteristics of the underlying
assets. In order to obtain or maintain an optimal capital structure, the Group may adjust the amount of dividends paid to
shareholders, return capital to shareholders, issue new shares, assume debt, or sell assets to reduce debt.
The Group measures its capital requirements against its available capital. Available capital is defined by the Group as the total
of\u00a0net tangible asset value and subordinated debt.
The subordinated debt issued by the Group is hybrid in nature, which means it counts towards regulatory and rating agency
capital requirements.
At 31\u00a0December 2024, the available capital was $3,725.6 million (2023: $3,323.4 million), comprising net tangible asset value
of\u00a0$3,381.1\u00a0million (2023: $2,972.8 million) and subordinated debt of $344.5 million (2023: $350.6 million).
The Board ensures that the use and allocation of capital are given a primary focus in all significant operational actions. With that
in\u00a0mind, the Group has developed and embedded capital modelling tools within its business. These join together short-term and
long-term business plans and link divisional aspirations with the Group\u2019s overall strategy.
The model provides the basis of the allocation of capital to different business lines, as well as the regulatory and rating agency
capital processes.
Gearing
The Group currently utilises gearing as an additional source of funds to maximise the opportunities from strong markets and to
reduce the risk profile of the business in weaker markets, particularly with respect to the more volatile business. The Group\u2019s
gearing is obtained from a number of sources, including:
\u2022 Letter of Credit (LOC) and revolving credit facility \u2013 the Group\u2019s main facility may be drawn in cash up to $650 million
(2023:\u00a0$600 million) under a revolving credit facility and utilised as LOC up to $266 million (2023: $266 million). The facility
was renewed during 2024, enabling the Group to utilise the LOC as Funds at Lloyd\u2019s to support underwriting on the 2024,
2025 and 2026 years of account. The revolving credit facility is available until the end of 2026. As at 31\u00a0December 2024,
$266\u00a0million was utilised by way of LOC to support the Funds at\u00a0Lloyd\u2019s requirement and the revolving credit facility was
undrawn (2023: $266 million and the revolving credit facility was\u00a0undrawn);
\u2022 in 2020, the Group sourced an additional $65 million of funding in the form of a Funds at Lloyd\u2019s facility. Under this facility
assets are pledged with the Corporation of Lloyd\u2019s on the Group\u2019s behalf, providing regulatory Tier 1 capital. As at
31\u00a0December 2024 and 2023 the facility was fully drawn;
\u2022 \u00a3275 million of fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes that are classified as Tier 2 debt. This was raised in November 2015
and matures in 2045. The debt is rated BBB- by S&P and Fitch;
\u2022 \u00a3250 million of fixed rate senior notes raised in September 2022 and maturing in September 2027. The debt is rated BBB+
by S&P and Fitch;
\u2022 external Names \u2013 27.4% of Syndicate 33\u2019s capacity is capitalised by third parties, who also pay a profit share of
approximately 20%;
\u2022 Syndicate 6104 at Lloyd\u2019s \u2013 with a capacity of \u00a378.5 million for the 2025 year of account (2024 year of account:
\u00a356.4\u00a0million \u2013 in 2023, this was \u00a357.0 million). This Syndicate is wholly backed by external members and takes pure year
of\u00a0account quota share of Syndicate 33\u2019s applicable excess of loss property catastrophe reinsurance, marine, terrorism and
cyber accounts;
\u2022 gearing quota shares \u2013 historically the Group has used reinsurance capital to fund its capital requirement for short-term
expansions in the volume of business underwritten by the Syndicate and Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda)
Limited;\u00a0and
\u2022 qualifying quota shares and legacy portfolio transactions \u2013 these are reinsurance arrangements that allow the Group to
increase the amount of premium it writes.
The Group\u2019s LOC and revolving credit facility and Funds at Lloyd's facility include financial covenants that are standard in such
arrangements, including certain metrics relating to the Group's financial position. These are monitored on a regular basis, at least
quarterly, but more frequently where necessary.
\"\"
Financial strength
The financial strength ratings of the Group\u2019s significant insurance company subsidiaries are outlined below:
A.M. Best
Fitch
S&P
Hiscox Insurance Company Limited
A (Excellent)
A+
A (Strong)
Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited
A (Excellent)
A+
A (Strong)
Hiscox Insurance Company (Guernsey) Limited
A (Excellent)
A+
\u2013
Hiscox Insurance Company Inc.
A (Excellent)
\u2013
\u2013
Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme
\u2013
\u2013
A (Strong)
Syndicate 33 has an A.M. Best rating of A (Excellent). It also benefits from Lloyd\u2019s own ratings of A+ (Superior) from A.M. Best,
AA- (Very Strong) from S&P, AA- (Very Strong) from Fitch and AA- (Very Strong) from Kroll Bond Rating Agency.
Capital performance
The Group\u2019s main capital performance measure is the achieved return on equity (ROE). This marker aligns the aspirations of
employees and shareholders. As variable remuneration relates directly to ROE and it is used as a key performance indicator
within the business planning process, this concept is embedded in the workings and culture of the Group. The Group seeks to
maintain its cost of capital levels and its debt to overall equity ratios in line with others in the non-life insurance industry.
Capital modelling and regulation
The capital requirements of an insurance group are determined by its exposure to risk and the solvency criteria established by
management and statutory regulations.
The Group\u2019s capital requirements are managed both centrally and at a regulated entity level. The assessed capital requirement
for\u00a0the business placed through Hiscox Insurance Company Limited, Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited, Hiscox
Insurance Company (Guernsey) Limited, Hiscox Insurance Company Inc., Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme and Direct Asia Insurance
(Singapore) Pte Limited is driven by the level of resources necessary to maintain regulatory requirements.
The Group\u2019s regulatory capital is supervised by the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA). The Group had sufficient capital at all
times throughout the year to meet the BMA\u2019s requirements. Hiscox Insurance Company Limited and Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme
use the standard formula to calculate their regulatory capital requirements under the Solvency UK regime and Solvency II regime
respectively. Their risk profiles are sufficiently well represented by the standard formula not to warrant going through the internal
model approval process. Hiscox\u2019s Lloyd\u2019s operations use the internal model that has been built to meet the requirements of the
Solvency UK regime. The model is concentrated specifically on the particular product lines, market conditions and risk appetite
of\u00a0each risk carrier.
For Syndicate 33 and Syndicate 3624, internal model results are uplifted by Lloyd\u2019s to the level of capital required to support its
ratings. Capital models are used more widely across the Group to monitor exposure to key risk types, inform decision-making
and measure ROE across different segments of the business.
The Group is required to publish a financial condition report, as part of its regulatory filing with the BMA. This is a public
document and sets out the financial performance and solvency position of the Group in accordance with the economic balance
sheet return filed with the BMA. It is intended to provide the public with certain information to be able to make informed
assessments about the Group. In the Group\u2019s other geographical territories, including the USA and Asia, its subsidiaries
underwriting insurance business are required to operate within broadly similar risk-based externally imposed capital requirements
when accepting business.
During the year the Group was in compliance with capital requirements imposed by regulators in each jurisdiction where the
Group operates.
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3.5 Tax risk
The Group is subject to income taxes levied by the various jurisdictions in which the Group operates, and the division of taxing
rights between these jurisdictions results in the Group tax expense and effective rate of income tax disclosed in these financial
statements. Due to the Group\u2019s operating model, there is an unquantifiable risk that this division of taxing rights could be altered
materially, either by a change to the tax residence, or permanent establishment profile, of Hiscox Ltd or its principal subsidiaries;
or due to the repricing or recharacterisation for tax purposes of transactions between members of the Group, under local transfer
pricing or related tax legislation. The Group seeks to manage this risk by:
\u2022 maintaining appropriate internal policies and controls over its operations worldwide;
\u2022 monitoring compliance with these policies on an ongoing basis;
\u2022 adhering to internationally recognised best practice in determining the appropriate division of profits between
taxing\u00a0jurisdictions;
\u2022 taking additional advice and obtaining legal opinions from local third-party professionals with the necessary experience
in\u00a0the particular area.
The Group seeks to maintain an open dialogue with the relevant tax authorities and to resolve any issues arising promptly.
Various jurisdictions in which the Group operates have now enacted legislation implementing the principles of the OECD \u2018Pillar
Two\u2019 tax rules, intended to apply a global minimum tax to the profits of multinational enterprises such as Hiscox with effect from
1\u00a0January 2024. The impact of these legislative changes on the Group is discussed in note 23. Pillar Two legislation represents a
departure from existing corporate income tax principles, introducing new concepts and design features to the corporate income
tax landscape. The model rules issued by the OECD in December 2021 have been designed and implemented at speed, and
continue to be subject to changes and updates through guidance. On 15 January 2025, the OECD issued new guidance on
the\u00a0treatment of deferred tax assets for the purposes of calculating Pillar Two tax, which, if enacted into local legislation, is
likely\u00a0to result in additional Pillar Two tax payable over the eight years, from 2027, of up to 80% of the value of the $154.6 million
Bermuda deferred tax asset recognised on the statement of financial position at 31 December 2024. In this context, there is a
risk that the new legislation could prove to have further unintended and/or unforeseen consequences for the Group, which could
also have an impact on the Group\u2019s income tax payable in future periods. The Group relies on expert advice from third-party
professionals, as well as open dialogue with implementing tax authorities, to manage this risk.
In alignment with the adoption of Pillar Two legislation by other jurisdictions, in December 2023 Bermuda enacted a corporate
income tax which will apply to the Group\u2019s Bermudian resident entities with effect from 1 January 2025 at a rate of 15%. It is
anticipated that the introduction of this tax will increase the income tax payable and therefore the effective tax rate to which the
Group is exposed with effect from 1 January 2025.
The Group recognises uncertain tax provisions where there is uncertainty that a tax treatment will be accepted under local law,
including matters which are under discussion with the tax authorities. Based on facts and circumstances at the end of the
reporting period, the range of the total exposure is estimated between $19 million and $43 million. The estimate is subject to
review on an ongoing basis and is susceptible to the progress of the settlement discussions with the tax authorities. Matters
under discussion which could affect the estimate include the Hiscox Group\u2019s policy on the allocation of expenses between
companies within the Group, the allocation of income and expenses between branches of the same company, and the period
subject to re-assessment.
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3.2 Insurance risk
The predominant risk to which the Group is exposed is
insurance risk which is assumed through the underwriting
process. Insurance risk can be sub-categorised into
i)\u00a0underwriting risk including the risk of catastrophe,
systemic\u00a0insurance losses and the market cycle, and
ii)\u00a0reserving risk.
i) Underwriting risk
The Board sets the Group\u2019s underwriting strategy and risk
appetite, seeking to exploit identified opportunities in light of
other relevant anticipated market conditions.
The Board requires all underwriters to operate within an overall
Group appetite for individual events. This defines the maximum
exposure that the Group is prepared to retain on its own
account for any one potential catastrophe event or disaster.
In\u00a0addition, the Group\u2019s overall underwriting risk appetite
seeks\u00a0to ensure that in a 1-in-200 bad year we are within the
underwriting risk limit. The limit is calibrated each year based
on exposure, expected profit and the size of other correlated
risks to enable us to continue in business and take advantage
of market opportunities that arise.
Specific underwriting objectives such as aggregation limits,
reinsurance protection thresholds and geographical disaster
event risk exposures are prepared and reviewed by the Group
Chief Underwriting Officer in order to translate the Board\u2019s
summarised underwriting strategy into specific measurable
actions and targets. These actions and targets are reviewed
and approved by the Board in advance of each underwriting
year. The underwriting strategy is continually reviewed
throughout each underwriting year in light of the evolving
market pricing and loss conditions and as opportunities
present themselves. The Group\u2019s underwriters and
management consider underwriting risk at an individual
contract level, and also from a portfolio perspective where the
risks assumed in similar classes of policies are aggregated and
the exposure evaluated in light of historical portfolio experience
and prospective factors.
To assist with the process of pricing and managing
underwriting risk, the Group routinely performs a wide range
of\u00a0activities including the following:
\u2022 regularly updating the Group\u2019s risk models;
\u2022 documenting, monitoring and reporting on the Group\u2019s
strategy to manage risk;
\u2022 developing systems that facilitate the identification of
emerging issues promptly;
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\u2022 utilising sophisticated computer modelling tools to
simulate catastrophes and measure the resultant
potential losses before and after reinsurance;
\u2022 monitoring legal developments and amending the
wording of policies when necessary;
\u2022 regularly aggregating risk exposures across individual
underwriting portfolios and known accumulations of risk;
\u2022 examining the aggregated exposures in advance of
underwriting further large risks; and
\u2022 developing processes that factor market intelligence
into\u00a0the pricing process.
The delegation of underwriting authority to specific individuals,
both internally and externally, is subject to regular review.
All\u00a0underwriting staff and binding agencies are set with strict
parameters in relation to the levels and types of business they
can underwrite, based on individual levels of experience and
competence. These parameters cover areas such as the
maximum sums insured per insurance contract, maximum
gross premiums written and maximum aggregated exposures
per geographical zone and risk class. Regular meetings are
held between underwriting, claims and actuarial teams in order
to monitor claims development patterns and discuss individual
underwriting issues as they arise. The Group compiles
estimates of losses arising from extreme loss events using
statistical models alongside input from its underwriters. These
require significant management judgement. The extreme loss
scenarios, shown on pages 45 to 46, represent hypothetical
major events occurring in areas with large insured values.
They also represent areas of potentially significant exposure for
Hiscox. In addition to understanding the loss Hiscox may suffer
from an event, it is important to ensure that the risk models
used are calibrated to the risks faced today. This includes
recognising and forecasting inflationary trends, updating trends
in claims payments, and capturing climate change-related
impacts. Hiscox has a climate risk framework, which is used
to\u00a0assess where research resources should be focused,
and\u00a0models updated, and as a result improves not only the
Group\u2019s\u00a0understanding of the potential impact of a changing
climate but also the Group\u2019s ability to respond.
The selection of extreme loss scenario events is adjusted each
year and they are not therefore necessarily directly comparable
from one year to the next. The events are extreme and
unprecedented, and as such these estimates may prove
inadequate as a result of incorrect assumptions, model
deficiencies, or losses from unmodelled risks. This means that
should an extreme loss event actually occur, the Group\u2019s final
ultimate losses could materially differ from those estimates
modelled by management. The Group\u2019s insurance contracts
include provisions to contain losses, such as the ability to
impose deductibles and demand reinstatement premiums in
certain cases. In addition, in order to manage the Group\u2019s
exposure to repeated catastrophic events (both man-made
and natural catastrophes), relevant policies frequently contain
payment limits to cap the maximum amount payable from
these insured events over the contract period. In the case
of\u00a0climate-exposed risks specifically, the vast majority of
contracts written by the Group are annual in nature and
thus\u00a0can be revised frequently. This flexibility is a key tool
for\u00a0managing the multi-decade challenge of climate
risks\u00a0holistically.
The Group also manages underwriting risk by purchasing
reinsurance. Reinsurance protection is purchased at an entity
level and is also considered at an overall Group level to mitigate
the effect of catastrophes and unexpected concentrations of
risk. However, the scope and type of reinsurance protection
purchased may change depending on the extent and
competitiveness of cover available in the market.
The estimated liquidity profile to settle the net claims liabilities
is\u00a0given in note 3.3(e).
The specific insurance risks accepted by the Group fall
broadly\u00a0into the following main categories: reinsurance
inwards, marine and major asset property, other property
risks,\u00a0casualty professional indemnity and casualty other
insurance risks. These specific categories are defined for
risk\u00a0review purposes only, as each contains risks specific to
the\u00a0nature of the cover provided. They are not exclusively
aligned to any specific reportable segment in the Group\u2019s
operational structure or to the primary internal reports
reviewed\u00a0by the chief operating decision-maker. The Group
also considers climate change to be a cross-cutting risk
with\u00a0potential to impact each existing risk type, rather than a
stand-alone risk. By design, the established and embedded
Group risk management framework provides a controlled
and\u00a0consistent system for\u00a0the\u00a0identification, measurement,
mitigation, monitoring and\u00a0reporting of risks (both current
and\u00a0emerging) and so\u00a0is\u00a0structured in a way that allows us
to\u00a0continually and consistently manage the various impacts
of\u00a0climate risk on the risk profile. This is supported by equally
robust processes and policies that address climate-related
underwriting risks, such as the Group-wide ESG exclusions
policy which represents a commitment to reduce steadily,
and\u00a0eliminate by 2030, both underwriting and investment
exposure to coal-fired power plants and coal mines; Arctic
energy exploration, beginning with the Arctic National
Wildlife\u00a0Refuge; oil sands; and controversial weapons such
as\u00a0landmines.
More information on the strategy and governance structures in
place to manage climate-related risks can be found on pages
74 to 88. The following describes the policies and procedures
used to identify and measure the risks associated with each
individual category of business.
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Estimated concentration of insurance risks measured in insurance revenue is as follows:
Estimated concentration of insurance
risk in 2024
Types of insurance risk in the Group
Reinsurance
inwards
Property \u2013 marine
and major assets
Property \u2013 other
assets
Casualty \u2013
professional
indemnity
Casualty \u2013 other
risks
Other*
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Total
1,034.6
386.5
938.4
1,091.4
811.8
409.8
4,672.5
Estimated concentration of insurance risk
in 2023
Types of insurance risk in the Group
Reinsurance
inwards
Property \u2013 marine
and major assets
Property \u2013 other
assets
Casualty \u2013
professional
indemnity
Casualty \u2013 other
risks
Other*
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Total
976.2
345.0
903.3
1,077.1
789.2
392.4
4,483.2
*Includes a diverse mix of certain specialty lines such as kidnap and ransom, terrorism and other risks which contain a mix of property and casualty exposures.
Reinsurance inwards
The Group\u2019s reinsurance inwards acceptances are primarily
focused on large commercial property, homeowner and marine
and short-tail specialty exposures held by other insurance
companies predominantly in North America and other
developed economies. This business is characterised more by
large claims arising from individual events or catastrophes than
the high-frequency, low-severity attritional losses associated
with certain other business written by the Group. Multiple
insured losses can periodically arise out of a single natural or
man-made occurrence. The main circumstances that result in
claims against the reinsurance inwards book are conventional
catastrophes, such as earthquakes or storms, but also include
other events including fires, explosions and cyber events. The
occurrence and impact of these events are very difficult to
predict over the short term, which complicates attempts to
anticipate claims frequencies on an annual basis. In those
years where there is a low incidence of severe catastrophes,
claims frequencies on the reinsurance inwards\u00a0book can be
relatively low.
A significant proportion of the reinsurance inwards business
provides cover on an excess of loss basis for individual events.
The Group agrees to reimburse the cedant once their losses
exceed a minimum level. Consequently, the frequency and
severity of reinsurance inwards claims are related not only to
the number of significant insured events that occur, but also to
their individual magnitude. If numerous catastrophes occurred
in any one year, but the cedant\u2019s individual loss on each was
below the minimum stated, then the Group would have no
liability under such contracts. Maximum gross line sizes and
aggregate exposures are set for each type of programme.
The Group writes reinsurance risks for periods of mainly one
year so that contracts can be assessed for pricing and terms
and adjusted to reflect any changes in market conditions and
the evolving impact of climate change.
Property risks \u2013 marine and major assets
The Group directly underwrites a diverse range of property
risks. The risk profile of the property covered under marine
and\u00a0major asset policies is different to that typically contained
in the other classes of property (such as private households
and contents insurance) covered by the Group.
Typical property covered by marine and other major property
contracts includes fixed and moveable assets such as ships
and other vessels, cargo in transit, energy platforms and
installations, pipelines, other subsea assets, satellites,
commercial buildings and industrial plants and machinery.
These assets are typically exposed to a blend of catastrophic
and other large loss events and attritional claims arising from
conventional hazards such as collision, flooding, fire and theft.
Climate change may give rise to more frequent and severe
extreme weather events (for example, windstorms and river
flooding) and it may be expected that their frequency will
increase over time. For this reason, the Group accepts major
property insurance risks for periods of mainly one year so that
each contract can be repriced on renewal to reflect the
continually evolving risk profile. The most significant risks
covered for periods exceeding one year are certain specialist
lines such as marine and offshore construction projects which
can typically have building and assembling periods of between
three and four years. These form a small proportion of the
Group\u2019s overall portfolio.
Marine and major property contracts are normally underwritten
by reference to the commercial replacement value of the
property covered. The cost of repairing or rebuilding assets, of
replacement or indemnity for contents and time taken to restart
or resume operations to original levels for business interruption
losses are the key factors that influence the level of claims
under these policies. The Group\u2019s exposure to commodity
price risk in relation to these types of insurance contracts is
very limited, given the controlled extent of business interruption
cover offered in the areas prone to losses of asset production.
Other property risks
The Group provides building and contents insurance, together
with cover for artwork, antiques, classic cars, jewellery,
collectables and other assets in relation to personal customers
and small business owners. The Group also extends cover to
reimburse certain policyholders when named insureds or
insured assets are seized for kidnap and a ransom demand is
subsequently met. Events which can generate claims on these
contracts include burglary, kidnap, seizure of assets, acts of
vandalism, fires, flooding and storm damage. Losses on most
classes can be predicted with a greater degree of certainty as
there is a rich history of actual loss experience data and the
locations of the assets covered, and the individual levels of
security taken by owners, are relatively static from one year
to\u00a0the next.
The losses associated with these contracts tend to be of a
higher frequency and lower severity than the marine and other
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major property assets covered above. The Group\u2019s building
and contents insurance contracts are exposed to weather and
climate-related risks such as floods and windstorms and their
consequences. As outlined earlier, the frequency and severity
of these losses do not lend themselves to accurate prediction
over the short term. Contract periods are therefore not
normally more than one year at a time to enable risks to
be\u00a0regularly repriced.
Contracts are underwritten by reference to the commercial
replacement value of the properties and contents insured.
Claims payment limits are always included to cap the amount
payable on occurrence of the insured event.
Casualty insurance risks
The casualty underwriting strategy attempts to ensure that the
underwritten risks are well diversified in terms of type and
amount of potential hazard, industry and geography. However,
the Group\u2019s exposure is more focused towards professional,
general, technological and marine liability risks. Claims typically
arise from incidents such as errors and omissions attributed to
the insured, professional negligence and general liability losses
which can be property damage or bodily injury in nature. The
provision of insurance to cover allegations made against
individuals acting in the course of fiduciary or managerial
responsibilities, including directors and officers\u2019 insurance,
is\u00a0one example of a casualty insurance risk.
The Group\u2019s casualty insurance contracts mainly experience
low-severity attritional losses. By nature, some casualty losses
may take longer to settle than other categories of business.
In\u00a0addition, there is increased potential for accumulation in
casualty risk due to the growing complexity of business,
technological advances, and greater interconnectivity and
interdependency across the world due to globalisation. The
Group\u2019s pricing strategy for casualty insurance policies is
typically based on historical claim frequencies and average
claim severities, adjusted for inflation and extrapolated
forwards to incorporate projected changes in claims patterns.
In determining the price of each policy, an allowance is also
made for acquisition and administration expenses, reinsurance
costs, investment returns and the Group\u2019s cost of capital.
The market for cyber insurance is still a relatively immature one,
complicated by the fast-moving nature of the threat, as the
world becomes even more connected. The risks associated
with cyber insurance are multiplying in both diversity and scale,
with associated financial and reputational consequences of
failing to prepare for them. The Group has focused its cyber
expertise on prevention, in addition to the more traditional
recovery product. Cyber products are sold through our
businesses in the UK, USA, Bermuda and Europe, and the
product is sold both direct to consumers and through a
more\u00a0traditional broker channel.
ii) Reserving risk
The Group\u2019s procedures for estimating the outstanding costs
of settling insured losses at the end of the reporting period,
including liability of incurred claims, are detailed in note 20.2.
The\u00a0Group\u2019s provision estimates are subject to rigorous review
by senior management from all areas of the business. The
managed Syndicates and US business receive a review of their
estimates from independent actuaries. The final provision is
approved by the relevant boards on the recommendation of
dedicated reserving committees. Similar to the underwriting
risk detailed\u00a0above, the Group\u2019s reserve risks are well
diversified. Short-tailed claims are normally notified and settled
within 12 to\u00a024 months of the insured event occurring. Those
claims taking the longest time to develop and settle typically
relate to casualty risks, where legal complexities occasionally
develop regarding the insured\u2019s alleged omissions or
negligence. The length of time required to obtain definitive legal
judgments and make eventual settlements exposes the Group
to a degree of reserving risk in an inflationary environment.
The final quantum for casualty claims may not be established
for many years after the event. A significant proportion of the
casualty insurance amounts reserved on the statement of
financial position may not be expected to settle within 24
months of the end of the reporting period. Consequently,
our\u00a0approach is not to recognise favourable experience in
the\u00a0early years of development in the reserving process
when\u00a0setting the booked\u00a0reserve.
Certain marine and property insurance contracts, such as
those relating to subsea and other energy assets and the
related business interruption risks, can also take longer than
normal to settle. This is because of the length of time required
for detailed subsea surveys to be carried out and damage
assessments agreed, together with difficulties in predicting
when the assets can be brought back into full production.
For the inwards reinsurance lines, there is often a time lag
between the establishment and re-estimate of case reserves
and reporting to the Group. The Group works closely with the
reinsured to ensure timely reporting and also centrally analyses
industry loss data to verify the reported reserves.
The Group maintains explicit reserve uplifts to allow for the
impact of high inflation in recent years. Loss ratios are also
closely monitored to ensure they include an appropriate
allowance for future inflation.
Losses from Covid-19 continue to settle well within
expectations. As time passes and legal cases are gradually
settled, the outcome becomes more certain and so the level
of\u00a0risk adjustment above the best estimate can be reduced.
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(b) Price risk
The Group is exposed to price risk through its holdings of
equities and investment funds. This is limited to a relatively
small and controlled proportion of the overall investment
portfolio and the equities and investment funds involved
are\u00a0diversified over a number of companies and industries.
The fair value of equities and investment fund assets in the
consolidated statement of financial position at 31\u00a0December
2024 was $210.2 million (2023: $205.4 million). A 10%
downward correction in equities and investment fund prices
at\u00a031\u00a0December 2024 would have been expected to reduce
Group equity and profit after tax by approximately $18 million
(2023: $18 million). These may be analysed as follows:
Nature of equity and investment
fund holdings
2024
2023
% weighting
% weighting
Directly held equity securities
15
15
Equity funds
34
32
Hedge funds
51
53
Geographic focus
Specific UK mandates
36
39
Global mandates
64
61
The allocation of price risk is not heavily confined to any one
market index so as to reduce the Group\u2019s exposure to
individual sensitivities. We make allocations to diversifying and
less volatile strategies, such as absolute return strategies, so
as to balance our desire to maximise returns with the need
to\u00a0ensure capital is available to support our underwriting
throughout any downturn in financial markets.
(c) Interest rate risk
Debt and fixed income investments represent a significant
proportion of the Group\u2019s assets and the Board continually
monitors investment strategy to minimise the risk of a fall in the
portfolio\u2019s market value which could affect the amount of
business that the Group is able to underwrite or its ability to
settle claims as they fall due. The fair value of the Group\u2019s
investment portfolio of debt and fixed income holdings and
some private credit funds is normally inversely correlated to
movements in market interest rates. If market interest rates
rise, the fair value of the Group\u2019s debt and fixed income
investments and private credit funds with underlying fixed-rate
debt would tend to fall and vice versa if credit spreads
remained constant. Debt and fixed income assets are
predominantly invested in high-quality corporate, government
and asset-backed bonds. The investments typically have
relatively short durations and terms to maturity. The portfolio
is\u00a0managed to minimise the impact of interest rate risk on
anticipated Group cash flows. The Group may also, from time
to time, enter into interest rate future contracts in order to
reduce interest rate risk on specific portfolios. The fair value of
debt and fixed income assets in the\u00a0consolidated statement of
financial position at 31\u00a0December 2024 was $6,660.9\u00a0million
(2023: $6,278.9 million). These may be analysed below
as\u00a0follows:
Nature of debt and fixed income
holdings
2024
2023
% weighting
% weighting
Government issued
18
20
Agency and government supported
3
4
Corporate bonds
63
60
Asset-backed securities
7
8
Mortgage-backed instruments
7
6
Lloyd\u2019s deposits and bond funds*
2
2
*Lloyd's deposits and bond funds include $28.3 million exchange-traded funds
which were previously classified as credit funds (2023: $26.5 million).
The fair value of private credit funds with exposures to
interest\u00a0rate risk at 31\u00a0December 2024 was $148.2 million
(2023: $54.7 million) of which more than 99% are floating rate.
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One method of assessing interest rate sensitivity is through
the\u00a0examination of duration-convexity factors in the
underlying\u00a0portfolio. Duration is the weighted average
length\u00a0of\u00a0time required for an instrument\u2019s cash flow stream
to\u00a0be recovered, where the weightings involved are based
on\u00a0the discounted present values of each cash flow. A
closely\u00a0related\u00a0concept, modified duration, measures the
sensitivity of\u00a0the instrument\u2019s price to a change in its yield
to\u00a0maturity. Convexity measures the sensitivity of modified
duration to changes in the yield to maturity. Using these
three\u00a0concepts, scenario modelling derives the below
estimated impact on instruments\u2019 fair values for a 100
basis\u00a0point change in the term structure of market
interest\u00a0rates.
The Group has used a duration-convexity-based sensitivity
analysis for the debt and fixed income holdings and private
credit funds, and recalculated the discounting impact for
the\u00a0reinsurance contract assets and insurance contract
liabilities. If\u00a0market interest rates had increased or
decreased\u00a0by 100 basis points at the end of the reporting
period, the Group equity and profit after tax for the year
might\u00a0have been expected to decrease or increase by the
following amounts:
1% increase/decrease in interest rates
31 December 2024
Equity/profit after tax
$m
Reinsurance contract assets
(32)/32
Insurance contract liabilities
91/(91)
Debt and fixed income holdings
(113)/113
Private credit funds
0/0
1% increase/decrease in interest rates
31 December 2023
Equity/profit after tax
$m
Reinsurance contract assets
(34)/34
Insurance contract liabilities
87/(87)
Debt and fixed income holdings
(90)/90
Private credit funds
0/0
The liability for incurred claims, reinsurance assets for
incurred\u00a0claims and certain reinsurance assets for
remaining\u00a0coverage are subject to discounting. Please
refer\u00a0to\u00a0note 2.19(a) for further details regarding the
discount\u00a0rate\u00a0used.
At 31\u00a0December 2024, the Group had borrowings at
nominal\u00a0value of \u00a3525 million (2023: \u00a3525 million). The
borrowings comprised \u00a3525 million (2023: \u00a3525 million)
of\u00a0long-term debt,\u00a0which includes two listed instruments of
\u00a3275 million and\u00a0\u00a3250 million, as explained in note 14: the first
being fixed-to-floating rate callable subordinated notes where
the floating rate becomes effective from November 2025; the
second being fixed rate notes maturing in September 2027.
The Group also has a revolving credit facility of $650 million
(2023: $600 million), which is $nil drawn (2023: $nil) and,
therefore, is not presenting interest rate risk. The Group has
no\u00a0other significant borrowings or other assets or liabilities
carrying interest rate risk, other than the facilities and Letters
of\u00a0Credit (LOCs) outlined in note 27.
(f) Currency risk
Currency risk is the risk of loss resulting from fluctuations in exchange rates. The Group operates internationally and therefore
is\u00a0exposed to the financial impact of fluctuations in the exchange rates of various currencies.
The Group\u2019s exposures to foreign exchange risk arise mainly with respect to the US Dollar, Sterling and the Euro. These
exposures may be classified in two main categories:
\u2022 operational foreign exchange exposure arises from the conversion of foreign currency transactions resulting from the
activities of entering into insurance, investment, financing and operational contracts in a currency that is different to each
respective entity\u2019s functional currency; and
\u2022 structural foreign exchange exposure arises from the translation of the Group\u2019s net investment in foreign operations to the
US Dollar, the Group\u2019s presentation currency.
Operational currency risk
Operational foreign exchange risk is principally managed within the Group\u2019s individual insurance carriers by broadly matching
assets and liabilities by currency and liquidity. Due attention is paid to local regulatory solvency and risk-based capital
requirements. All foreign currency derivative transactions with external parties are managed centrally. The Group also
manages\u00a0some exchange risk centrally through matching intragroup loans and balances.
Structural currency risk
The Group\u2019s exposure to structural currency risks mainly relates to Sterling and the Euro net investments in businesses operating
in the UK and Europe. The Group does not ordinarily seek to use derivatives to mitigate the structural risk because:
\u2022 the currency translation gains and losses are accounted for in the currency translation reserve (a component of equity)
and\u00a0do not affect the income statement unless the related foreign operation is disposed of;
\u2022 the currency translation gains and losses have no cash flow.
In periods of significant volatility that are expected to persist for an extended period of time, the Group may elect to utilise
derivatives to mitigate or reduce the risk in order to preserve capital.
The currency profile of the Group\u2019s assets and liabilities is as follows:
Year ended 31 December 2024
US Dollar
Sterling
Euro
Other
2024
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Goodwill and intangible assets
115.3
112.1
81.4
0.0
308.8
Financial assets carried at fair value
5,269.7
932.9
710.0
165.0
7,077.6
Cash and cash equivalents
747.3
316.1
120.8
42.8
1,227.0
Reinsurance contract assets
1,668.6
158.4
139.3
10.5
1,976.8
Other assets
381.4
170.0
50.8
48.4
650.6
Total assets
8,182.3
1,689.5
1,102.3
266.7
11,240.8
Insurance contract liabilities
4,679.5
762.7
865.7
88.4
6,396.3
Other liabilities
101.6
940.0
60.7
52.3
1,154.6
Total liabilities
4,781.1
1,702.7
926.4
140.7
7,550.9
Total equity
3,401.2
(13.2)
175.9
126.0
3,689.9
\"\"
Year ended 31 December 2023
US Dollar
Sterling
Euro
Other
2023
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Goodwill and intangible assets
126.8
125.8
65.3
6.0
323.9
Financial assets carried at fair value
4,691.8
1,045.2
635.7
201.7
6,574.4
Cash and cash equivalents
819.7
321.2
219.1
77.0
1,437.0
Reinsurance contract assets
1,710.7
203.5
157.9
26.2
2,098.3
Other assets
385.2
146.7
39.6
55.4
626.9
Total assets
7,734.2
1,842.4
1,117.6
366.3
11,060.5
Insurance contract liabilities
4,893.2
764.7
845.4
100.7
6,604.0
Other liabilities
92.4
939.6
96.8
31.0
1,159.8
Total liabilities
4,985.6
1,704.3
942.2
131.7
7,763.8
Total equity
2,748.6
138.1
175.4
234.6
3,296.7
Sensitivity analysis
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, the Group used closing rates of exchange of $1: \u00a30.80 and $1: \u20ac0.97 (2023: of $1: \u00a30.78 and
$1:\u00a0\u20ac0.91). The Group performs sensitivity analysis based on a 10% strengthening or weakening of the US Dollar against Sterling.
This analysis assumes that all other variables, in particular interest rates, remain constant and that the underlying valuation of
assets and liabilities in their base currency is unchanged. The estimated sensitivities below take account of the retranslation
movements of foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities in Group entities, and for the effect on equity the impact on the
retranslation of entities with non-US Dollar functional currencies. The methodology includes inter-company balances that are
eliminated on consolidation, but still expose the Group to foreign currency risk.
During the year, the Group transacted in a number of over-the-counter forward currency derivative contracts.The contracts
remaining at 31 December 2024 increased the sensitivity of equity after tax and reduced the sensitivity of profit after tax; these
contracts were settled in January 2025. In 2023, the impact of such contracts on the sensitivity analysis was negligible.
As at 31 December
December 2024
effect on equity
after tax
December 2024
effect on profit
after tax
December 2023
effect on equity
after tax
December 2023
effect on profit
after tax
$m
$m
$m
$m
Strengthening of Sterling
48.6
1.5
77.4
13.6
Weakening of Sterling
(51.4)
(4.3)
(77.4)
(13.6)
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The fair value of equities and investment fund assets in the
consolidated statement of financial position at 31\u00a0December
2024 was $210.2 million (2023: $205.4 million). A 10%
downward correction in equities and investment fund prices
at\u00a031\u00a0December 2024 would have been expected to reduce
Group equity and profit after tax by approximately $18 million
(2023: $18 million). These may be analysed as follows:
Nature of equity and investment
fund holdings
2024
2023
% weighting
% weighting
Directly held equity securities
15
15
Equity funds
34
32
Hedge funds
51
53
Geographic focus
Specific UK mandates
36
39
Global mandates
64
61
The allocation of price risk is not heavily confined to any one
market index so as to reduce the Group\u2019s exposure to
individual sensitivities. We make allocations to diversifying and
less volatile strategies, such as absolute return strategies, so
as to balance our desire to maximise returns with the need
to\u00a0ensure capital is available to support our underwriting
throughout any downturn in financial markets.
The Group has used a duration-convexity-based sensitivity
analysis for the debt and fixed income holdings and private
credit funds, and recalculated the discounting impact for
the\u00a0reinsurance contract assets and insurance contract
liabilities. If\u00a0market interest rates had increased or
decreased\u00a0by 100 basis points at the end of the reporting
period, the Group equity and profit after tax for the year
might\u00a0have been expected to decrease or increase by the
following amounts:
1% increase/decrease in interest rates
31 December 2024
Equity/profit after tax
$m
Reinsurance contract assets
(32)/32
Insurance contract liabilities
91/(91)
Debt and fixed income holdings
(113)/113
Private credit funds
0/0
1% increase/decrease in interest rates
31 December 2023
Equity/profit after tax
$m
Reinsurance contract assets
(34)/34
Insurance contract liabilities
87/(87)
Debt and fixed income holdings
(90)/90
Private credit funds
0/0
Sensitivity analysis
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, the Group used closing rates of exchange of $1: \u00a30.80 and $1: \u20ac0.97 (2023: of $1: \u00a30.78 and
$1:\u00a0\u20ac0.91). The Group performs sensitivity analysis based on a 10% strengthening or weakening of the US Dollar against Sterling.
This analysis assumes that all other variables, in particular interest rates, remain constant and that the underlying valuation of
assets and liabilities in their base currency is unchanged. The estimated sensitivities below take account of the retranslation
movements of foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities in Group entities, and for the effect on equity the impact on the
retranslation of entities with non-US Dollar functional currencies. The methodology includes inter-company balances that are
eliminated on consolidation, but still expose the Group to foreign currency risk.
During the year, the Group transacted in a number of over-the-counter forward currency derivative contracts.The contracts
remaining at 31 December 2024 increased the sensitivity of equity after tax and reduced the sensitivity of profit after tax; these
contracts were settled in January 2025. In 2023, the impact of such contracts on the sensitivity analysis was negligible.
As at 31 December
December 2024
effect on equity
after tax
December 2024
effect on profit
after tax
December 2023
effect on equity
after tax
December 2023
effect on profit
after tax
$m
$m
$m
$m
Strengthening of Sterling
48.6
1.5
77.4
13.6
Weakening of Sterling
(51.4)
(4.3)
(77.4)
(13.6)
(g) Limitations of sensitivity analysis
The sensitivity information given in notes 3.3 (a) to (f) demonstrates the estimated impact of a change in a major input
assumption, while other assumptions remain unchanged. In reality, there are normally significant levels of correlation between
the\u00a0assumptions and other factors. It should also be noted that these sensitivities are non-linear, and larger or smaller impacts
should not be interpolated or extrapolated from these results. The same limitations exist in respect to the retirement benefit
scheme sensitivities presented in note 24 to these financial statements. Furthermore, estimates of sensitivity may become less
reliable in unusual market conditions, such as instances when risk-free interest rates fall towards zero.
The sensitivity analysis does not take into consideration that the Group\u2019s assets and liabilities are actively managed. Additionally,
the financial position of the Group may vary at the time that any actual market movement occurs. For example, the Group\u2019s
financial risk management strategy aims to manage the exposure to market fluctuations. As investment markets move past
various trigger levels, management actions could include selling investments, changing the investment portfolio allocation and
taking other protective action.
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(d) Credit risk
The Group has exposure to credit risk, which is the risk that a
counterparty will suffer a deterioration in actual or perceived
financial strength and be unable to pay amounts in full when
due, or that for any other reason they renege on a contract or
alter the terms of an agreement. The concentrations of credit
risk exposures held by insurers may be expected to be greater
than those associated with other industries, due to the specific
nature of reinsurance markets and the extent of investments
held in financial markets. In both markets, the Group interacts
with a number of counterparties who are engaged in similar
activities with similar customer profiles, and often in the same
geographical areas and industry sectors. Consequently, as
many of these counterparties are themselves exposed to
similar economic characteristics, one single localised or
macroeconomic change could severely disrupt the ability of
a\u00a0significant number of counterparties to meet the Group\u2019s
agreed contractual terms and obligations.
Key areas of exposure to credit risk include:
\u2022 reinsurance asset for incurred claims including amounts
due from reinsurers in respect of claims already paid;
\u2022 amounts due from insurance contract holders; and
\u2022 counterparty risk with respect to investments, derivative
transactions and catastrophe bonds.
The Group\u2019s maximum exposure to credit risk is represented
by the carrying values of financial assets and reinsurance
assets included in the consolidated statement of financial
position at any given point in time. The Group does not use
credit derivatives or other products to mitigate maximum credit
risk exposures on reinsurance assets, but collateral may be
requested to be held against these assets. The Group
structures the levels of credit risk accepted by placing limits
on\u00a0its exposure to a single counterparty, or groups of
counterparties, and having regard to geographical locations.
Such risks are subject to an annual or more frequent review.
There is no significant concentration of credit risk with respect
to trade and other receivables, as the Group has a large
number of internationally dispersed debtors with unrelated
operations. Reinsurance is used to contain insurance risk. This
does not, however, discharge the Group\u2019s liability as primary
insurer. If a reinsurer fails to pay a claim for any reason, the
Group remains liable for the payment to the policyholder. The
creditworthiness of reinsurers is therefore continually reviewed
throughout the year.
The Group Reinsurance Credit Committee (RCC) assesses
the\u00a0creditworthiness of all reinsurers by reviewing credit
grades\u00a0provided by rating agencies and other publicly
available\u00a0financial information detailing their financial strength
and performance, as well as detailed analysis from the Group\u2019s
analysis team. The financial analysis of reinsurers produces an
assessment categorised by factors including their S&P rating
(or equivalent when not available from S&P).
Despite the rigorous nature of this assessment exercise, and
the resultant restricted range of reinsurance counterparties
with\u00a0acceptable strength and credit credentials that emerges
therefrom, some degree of credit risk concentration
remains\u00a0inevitable.
\"\"
While the rating agencies provide strong analysis on the financials and governance of a reinsurance security, the RCC also takes
account of qualitative factors. The RCC considers the reputation of its reinsurance partners and also receives details of recent
payment history and the status of any ongoing negotiations between Group companies and these third parties. The final score
that a security receives will determine how much reinsurance credit risk Hiscox is willing to have with\u00a0that security based on the
exposure guidelines.
This information is used to update the reinsurance purchasing\u00a0strategy.
Individual operating units maintain records of the payment history for significant brokers and contract holders with whom they
conduct regular business. The exposure to individual counterparties is also managed by other mechanisms, such as the right of
offset, where counterparties are both debtors and creditors of the Group, and obtaining collateral from unrated counterparties.
Management information reports detailed provisions for impairment on trade and other receivables and subsequent write-off.
Exposures to individual intermediaries and groups of intermediaries are collected within the ongoing monitoring of the controls
associated with regulatory solvency.
The Group also mitigates counterparty credit risk by focusing debt and fixed income investments in a portfolio of typically
high-quality corporate and government bonds.
Derivative contracts may be traded on an exchange or over the counter. Many over-the-counter transactions are contracted and
documented under International Swaps and Derivatives Association Master Agreements or their equivalent, which are designed
to provide legally enforceable set-off in the event of default, reducing the Group's exposure to credit risk.
An analysis of the Group\u2019s major exposures to counterparty credit risk, excluding derivative assets, trade and other receivables,
and equities and units in unit trusts, based on S&P or equivalent rating, is presented below:
As at 31 December 2024
AAA
AA
A
BBB
Other/non-rated
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
14
885.9
1,775.8
1,969.2
1,689.9
340.1
6,660.9
Private credit funds
14
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
148.2
148.2
Reinsurance contract assets
20
370.0
1,118.6
480.7
\u2013
7.5
1,976.8
Total
1,255.9
2,894.4
2,449.9
1,689.9
495.8
8,785.9
As at 31 December 2023
AAA
AA
A
BBB
Other/non-rated
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
14
847.1
1,751.1
1,721.8
1,608.9
350.0
6,278.9
Private credit funds
14
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
54.7
54.7
Reinsurance contract assets
20
524.9
1,039.4
525.0
\u2013
9.0
2,098.3
Total
1,372.0
2,790.5
2,246.8
1,608.9
413.7
8,431.9
Within the debt and fixed income holdings, which include debt securities, deposits with credit institutions and cash equivalent
assets, there are exposures to a range of government borrowers, on either a direct or guaranteed basis, and banking institutions.
The Group, together with its investment managers, closely manages its geographical exposures across government issued and
supported debt.
The largest aggregated counterparty exposure related to debt and fixed income holdings at 31\u00a0December 2024 of $776 million
is\u00a0to the US Treasury (2023: $994 million).
Within private credit fund holdings, which include commingled vehicles which hold mainly loans, there are exposures to a range
of\u00a0corporate borrowers. The Group manages its exposure to individual funds and, together with the investment managers of the
funds, closely manages the sector and geographical exposures within the funds.
The Group is exposed to concentrations of risk with individual reinsurers due to the nature of the reinsurance market and the
restricted range of reinsurers that have acceptable credit ratings. The largest counterparty exposure included in reinsurance
assets at 31\u00a0December 2024 is to Munich Reinsurance Company (2023: Munich Reinsurance Company). The recoverable
amount from Munich Reinsurance Company represents 23% (2023: Munich Reinsurance Company 17%) of this category
of\u00a0assets.
For the current period and prior period, the Group did not experience any material defaults on debt securities. The Group\u2019s
AAA\u00a0rated reinsurance contract assets include fully collateralised positions at 31\u00a0December 2024 and 2023.
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(e) Liquidity risk
The Group is exposed to daily calls on its available cash resources, mainly from claims arising from insurance and reinsurance
contracts. Liquidity risk is the risk that cash may not be available to pay obligations when due at a reasonable cost. The Board
sets limits on the minimum level of cash and maturing funds available to meet such calls and on the minimum level of borrowing
facilities that should be in place to cover unexpected levels of claims and other cash demands.
A significant proportion of the Group\u2019s investments is in highly liquid assets which could be converted to cash in a prompt fashion
and at minimal expense. The Group\u2019s exposure to equities is concentrated on shares and funds that are traded on internationally
recognised stock exchanges.
The main focus of the investment portfolio is on high-quality, short-duration debt and fixed income securities and cash. There are
no significant holdings of investments with specific repricing dates. Notwithstanding the regular interest receipts and also the
Group\u2019s ability to liquidate these securities and the majority of its other financial instrument assets for cash in a prompt and
reasonable manner, the contractual maturity profile of the fair value of these securities at 31 December is as follows.
As at 31 December 2024
Within
one year
Between one
and two years
Between two
and three years
Between three
and four years
Between four
and five years
Over
five years
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Debt and fixed
income holdings
14
1,392.3
1,336.0
1,185.7
926.5
836.9
983.5
6,660.9
Cash and cash equivalents
18
1,227.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,227.0
Total
2,619.3
1,336.0
1,185.7
926.5
836.9
983.5
7,887.9
As at 31 December 2023
Within
one year
Between one
and two years
Between two
and three years
Between three
and four years
Between four
and five years
Over
five years
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Debt and fixed
income holdings
14
1,541.0
1,587.7
1,489.3
659.9
366.6
634.4
6,278.9
Cash and cash equivalents
18
1,437.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,437.0
Total
2,978.0
1,587.7
1,489.3
659.9
366.6
634.4
7,715.9
The Group\u2019s equities, equity funds, hedge funds and other non-dated instruments have no contractual maturity terms but
predominantly could be liquidated in an orderly manner for cash in a prompt and reasonable time frame within one year of the
end of the reporting period. The Group's private credit funds are not readily realisable and the principal will be returned over the
life of the underlying assets which have a typical contractual maturity of five to seven years.
The available headroom of working capital is monitored through the use of a detailed Group cash flow forecast which is reviewed
by management monthly, or more frequently as required.
Average contractual maturity analysed by denominational currency of investments as at 31 December
2024
2023
In years
In years
US Dollar
5.58
4.03
Sterling
2.48
2.18
Euro
2.92
2.55
Canadian Dollar
2.65
2.59
The following is an analysis by liability type of the estimated timing of net cash flows based on the liability for incurred claims.
The\u00a0estimated phasing of settlement is based on current estimates and historical trends and the actual timing of future
settlement\u00a0cash flows may differ materially from the disclosure below.
\"\"
Liquidity requirements to settle estimated profile of net undiscounted liability for incurred claims on statement of financial position:
As at 31 December 2024
Within
one year
Between one
and two years
Between two
and three years
Between three
and four years
Between four
and five years
Over
five years
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Total
20
1,813.4
1,043.2
586.5
322.4
197.0
344.8
4,307.3
As at 31 December 2023
Within
one year
Between one
and two years
Between two
and three years
Between three
and four years
Between four
and five years
Over
five years
Total
Note
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Total
20
1,821.6
1,042.6
557.3
359.5
202.2
368.5
4,351.7
Details of the payment profile of the Group\u2019s borrowings, derivative instruments and other liabilities are given in notes 14,
16\u00a0and\u00a021.
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3.4 Capital risk management
The Group\u2019s primary objectives when managing its capital position are:
\u2022 to safeguard its ability to continue as a going concern, so that it can continue to provide long-term growth and progressive
dividend returns for shareholders;
\u2022 to provide an adequate return to the Group\u2019s shareholders by pricing its insurance products and services commensurately
with the level of risk;
\u2022 to maintain an efficient cost of capital;
\u2022 to comply with all regulatory requirements by an appropriate margin;
\u2022 to maintain financial strength ratings of A in each of its insurance entities; and
\u2022 to settle policyholders\u2019 claims as they arise.
\"\"
The Group sets the amount of capital required in its funding structure in proportion to risk. The Group then manages the capital
structure and makes adjustments to it in the light of changes in economic conditions and the risk characteristics of the underlying
assets. In order to obtain or maintain an optimal capital structure, the Group may adjust the amount of dividends paid to
shareholders, return capital to shareholders, issue new shares, assume debt, or sell assets to reduce debt.
The Group measures its capital requirements against its available capital. Available capital is defined by the Group as the total
of\u00a0net tangible asset value and subordinated debt.
The subordinated debt issued by the Group is hybrid in nature, which means it counts towards regulatory and rating agency
capital requirements.
At 31\u00a0December 2024, the available capital was $3,725.6 million (2023: $3,323.4 million), comprising net tangible asset value
of\u00a0$3,381.1\u00a0million (2023: $2,972.8 million) and subordinated debt of $344.5 million (2023: $350.6 million).
The Board ensures that the use and allocation of capital are given a primary focus in all significant operational actions. With that
in\u00a0mind, the Group has developed and embedded capital modelling tools within its business. These join together short-term and
long-term business plans and link divisional aspirations with the Group\u2019s overall strategy.
The model provides the basis of the allocation of capital to different business lines, as well as the regulatory and rating agency
capital processes.
Gearing
The Group currently utilises gearing as an additional source of funds to maximise the opportunities from strong markets and to
reduce the risk profile of the business in weaker markets, particularly with respect to the more volatile business. The Group\u2019s
gearing is obtained from a number of sources, including:
\u2022 Letter of Credit (LOC) and revolving credit facility \u2013 the Group\u2019s main facility may be drawn in cash up to $650 million
(2023:\u00a0$600 million) under a revolving credit facility and utilised as LOC up to $266 million (2023: $266 million). The facility
was renewed during 2024, enabling the Group to utilise the LOC as Funds at Lloyd\u2019s to support underwriting on the 2024,
2025 and 2026 years of account. The revolving credit facility is available until the end of 2026. As at 31\u00a0December 2024,
$266\u00a0million was utilised by way of LOC to support the Funds at\u00a0Lloyd\u2019s requirement and the revolving credit facility was
undrawn (2023: $266 million and the revolving credit facility was\u00a0undrawn);
\u2022 in 2020, the Group sourced an additional $65 million of funding in the form of a Funds at Lloyd\u2019s facility. Under this facility
assets are pledged with the Corporation of Lloyd\u2019s on the Group\u2019s behalf, providing regulatory Tier 1 capital. As at
31\u00a0December 2024 and 2023 the facility was fully drawn;
\u2022 \u00a3275 million of fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes that are classified as Tier 2 debt. This was raised in November 2015
and matures in 2045. The debt is rated BBB- by S&P and Fitch;
\u2022 \u00a3250 million of fixed rate senior notes raised in September 2022 and maturing in September 2027. The debt is rated BBB+
by S&P and Fitch;
\u2022 external Names \u2013 27.4% of Syndicate 33\u2019s capacity is capitalised by third parties, who also pay a profit share of
approximately 20%;
\u2022 Syndicate 6104 at Lloyd\u2019s \u2013 with a capacity of \u00a378.5 million for the 2025 year of account (2024 year of account:
\u00a356.4\u00a0million \u2013 in 2023, this was \u00a357.0 million). This Syndicate is wholly backed by external members and takes pure year
of\u00a0account quota share of Syndicate 33\u2019s applicable excess of loss property catastrophe reinsurance, marine, terrorism and
cyber accounts;
\u2022 gearing quota shares \u2013 historically the Group has used reinsurance capital to fund its capital requirement for short-term
expansions in the volume of business underwritten by the Syndicate and Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda)
Limited;\u00a0and
\u2022 qualifying quota shares and legacy portfolio transactions \u2013 these are reinsurance arrangements that allow the Group to
increase the amount of premium it writes.
The Group\u2019s LOC and revolving credit facility and Funds at Lloyd's facility include financial covenants that are standard in such
arrangements, including certain metrics relating to the Group's financial position. These are monitored on a regular basis, at least
quarterly, but more frequently where necessary.
\"\"
Financial strength
The financial strength ratings of the Group\u2019s significant insurance company subsidiaries are outlined below:
A.M. Best
Fitch
S&P
Hiscox Insurance Company Limited
A (Excellent)
A+
A (Strong)
Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited
A (Excellent)
A+
A (Strong)
Hiscox Insurance Company (Guernsey) Limited
A (Excellent)
A+
\u2013
Hiscox Insurance Company Inc.
A (Excellent)
\u2013
\u2013
Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme
\u2013
\u2013
A (Strong)
Syndicate 33 has an A.M. Best rating of A (Excellent). It also benefits from Lloyd\u2019s own ratings of A+ (Superior) from A.M. Best,
AA- (Very Strong) from S&P, AA- (Very Strong) from Fitch and AA- (Very Strong) from Kroll Bond Rating Agency.
Capital performance
The Group\u2019s main capital performance measure is the achieved return on equity (ROE). This marker aligns the aspirations of
employees and shareholders. As variable remuneration relates directly to ROE and it is used as a key performance indicator
within the business planning process, this concept is embedded in the workings and culture of the Group. The Group seeks to
maintain its cost of capital levels and its debt to overall equity ratios in line with others in the non-life insurance industry.
Capital modelling and regulation
The capital requirements of an insurance group are determined by its exposure to risk and the solvency criteria established by
management and statutory regulations.
The Group\u2019s capital requirements are managed both centrally and at a regulated entity level. The assessed capital requirement
for\u00a0the business placed through Hiscox Insurance Company Limited, Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited, Hiscox
Insurance Company (Guernsey) Limited, Hiscox Insurance Company Inc., Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme and Direct Asia Insurance
(Singapore) Pte Limited is driven by the level of resources necessary to maintain regulatory requirements.
The Group\u2019s regulatory capital is supervised by the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA). The Group had sufficient capital at all
times throughout the year to meet the BMA\u2019s requirements. Hiscox Insurance Company Limited and Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme
use the standard formula to calculate their regulatory capital requirements under the Solvency UK regime and Solvency II regime
respectively. Their risk profiles are sufficiently well represented by the standard formula not to warrant going through the internal
model approval process. Hiscox\u2019s Lloyd\u2019s operations use the internal model that has been built to meet the requirements of the
Solvency UK regime. The model is concentrated specifically on the particular product lines, market conditions and risk appetite
of\u00a0each risk carrier.
For Syndicate 33 and Syndicate 3624, internal model results are uplifted by Lloyd\u2019s to the level of capital required to support its
ratings. Capital models are used more widely across the Group to monitor exposure to key risk types, inform decision-making
and measure ROE across different segments of the business.
The Group is required to publish a financial condition report, as part of its regulatory filing with the BMA. This is a public
document and sets out the financial performance and solvency position of the Group in accordance with the economic balance
sheet return filed with the BMA. It is intended to provide the public with certain information to be able to make informed
assessments about the Group. In the Group\u2019s other geographical territories, including the USA and Asia, its subsidiaries
underwriting insurance business are required to operate within broadly similar risk-based externally imposed capital requirements
when accepting business.
During the year the Group was in compliance with capital requirements imposed by regulators in each jurisdiction where the
Group operates.
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4 Operating segments
The Group\u2019s operating segment reporting follows the organisational structure and management\u2019s internal reporting systems,
which form the basis for assessing the financial reporting performance of, and allocation of resources to, each business segment.
The Group\u2019s four primary business segments are identified as follows:
\u2022 Hiscox Retail brings together the results of the Group\u2019s retail business divisions in the UK, Europe, USA and Asia. Hiscox
UK and Hiscox Europe underwrite personal and commercial lines of business through Hiscox Insurance Company Limited,
Syndicate 3624 and Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme, together with the fine art and non-US household insurance business written
through Syndicate 33. Hiscox USA comprises commercial, property and specialty business written by Hiscox Insurance
Company Inc., Syndicate 33 and Syndicate 3624;
\u2022 Hiscox London Market comprises the internationally traded insurance business written by the Group\u2019s London-based
underwriters via Syndicate 33, including lines in property, marine and energy, casualty and other specialty insurance lines;
\u2022 Hiscox Re & ILS is the reinsurance division of The Hiscox Group, combining the underwriting platforms in Bermuda and
London. The segment comprises the performance of Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited, excluding the
internal\u00a0quota share arrangements, with the reinsurance contracts written by Syndicate 33. The segment also includes
the\u00a0performance and fee income from the Insurance Linked Securities (ILS) funds, along with the gains and losses made
as\u00a0a result of the Group\u2019s investment in the funds;
\u2022 Corporate Centre comprises finance costs and administrative costs associated with Group management activities and
intragroup borrowings, as well as all foreign exchange gains and losses.
All amounts reported on the following pages represent transactions with external parties only. In the normal course of trade,
the\u00a0Group\u2019s entities enter into various reinsurance arrangements with one another. The related results of these transactions
are\u00a0eliminated on consolidation and are not included within the results of the segments. This is consistent with the information
used by the chief operating decision-maker when evaluating the results of the Group. Performance is measured based on each
reportable segment\u2019s profit or loss before tax and combined ratio.
\"\"
(a) Profit before tax by segment
Year ended 31 December 2024
Hiscox
Retail
Hiscox
London
Market
Hiscox
Re & ILS
Corporate
Centre
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Insurance revenue
2,442.9
1,201.4
1,028.2
\u2013
4,672.5
Insurance service expenses
(2,081.7)
(1,004.2)
(245.1)
\u2013
(3,331.0)
Incurred claims and changes to liabilities for incurred claims
(960.6)
(619.5)
(37.8)
\u2013
(1,617.9)
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows*
(688.6)
(262.5)
(124.5)
\u2013
(1,075.6)
Other attributable expenses*
(420.2)
(122.2)
(82.8)
\u2013
(625.2)
Losses on onerous contracts and reversals
(12.3)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(12.3)
Insurance service result before reinsurance contracts held
361.2
197.2
783.1
\u2013
1,341.5
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(259.2)
(364.9)
(585.3)
\u2013
(1,209.4)
Amount recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims
144.5
309.0
(32.1)
\u2013
421.4
Net expense from reinsurance contracts held
(114.7)
(55.9)
(617.4)
\u2013
(788.0)
Insurance service result
246.5
141.3
165.7
\u2013
553.5
Investment result
200.1
113.3
70.5
\u2013
383.9
Net finance expense from insurance contracts
(116.4)
(66.1)
(43.0)
\u2013
(225.5)
Net finance income from reinsurance contracts
18.4
25.2
29.8
\u2013
73.4
Net insurance finance expense
(98.0)
(40.9)
(13.2)
\u2013
(152.1)
Net financial result
102.1
72.4
57.3
\u2013
231.8
Other income
19.5
26.3
64.6
3.1
113.5
Other operational expenses*
(68.5)
(24.7)
(18.5)
(37.7)
(149.4)
Net foreign exchange losses
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(11.2)
(11.2)
Other finance costs
(1.1)
(0.3)
(1.6)
(50.1)
(53.1)
Share of profits of associates
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
0.3
0.3
Profit/(loss) before tax
298.5
215.0
267.5
(95.6)
685.4
Ratio analysis
Claims ratio (%)
39.5
40.1
22.8
\u2013
37.4
Acquisition cost ratio (%)
30.7
29.9
25.8
\u2013
29.9
Administrative expense ratio (%)
18.7
13.9
17.1
\u2013
17.4
Combined ratio (%)
88.9
83.9
65.7
\u2013
84.7
*Total marketing expenditure for the year was $101.1 million (2023: $85.0 million).
The claims ratio is calculated as incurred claims and losses on onerous contracts net of reinsurance recoveries, as a proportion of
insurance revenue net of allocation of reinsurance premiums. The acquisition cost ratio is calculated as amortisation of insurance
cash flows, as a proportion of insurance revenue net of allocation of reinsurance premiums. The administrative expense ratio is
calculated as other attributable expenses, as a proportion of insurance revenue net of allocation of reinsurance premiums. The
combined ratio is the total of the claims, acquisition and administrative expense ratios. All ratios are on an own share basis, which
reflects the Group\u2019s share in Syndicate 33, and includes a reclassification of LPT premium from allocation of reinsurance premium
into amounts recoverable from reinsurers as detailed below.
Costs allocated to Corporate Centre, along with other non-attributable expenses, are non-underwriting-related costs and are not
included within the combined ratio.
\"\"
As noted above, the claims ratio, expense ratio and combined ratio include a reclassification of LPT premium from allocation of
reinsurance premiums into amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims. The subsequent impacts of LPTs within
reinsurance expenses and reinsurance income are analysed on a net basis within the net claims to provide a view of the
underlying development on these contracts, against the corresponding development of the gross reserves, consistent with the
focus on net performance when assessing underwriting performance. The impact on profit is neutral, however this reclassification
for the ratios removes any volatility on a year-on-year comparison.
Year ended 31 December 2024
Hiscox
Retail
Hiscox
London
Market
Hiscox
Re & ILS
Corporate
Centre
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Insurance revenue
2,442.9
1,201.4
1,028.2
\u2013
4,672.5
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(259.2)
(364.9)
(585.3)
\u2013
(1,209.4)
LPT premium
57.5
41.6
40.1
\u2013
139.2
Allocation of reinsurance premiums after reclassifying LPT
premium
(201.7)
(323.3)
(545.2)
\u2013
(1,070.2)
Adjusted net insurance revenue
2,241.2
878.1
483.0
\u2013
3,602.3
Incurred claims and changes to liabilities for incurred claims
(960.6)
(619.5)
(37.8)
\u2013
(1,617.9)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims
144.5
309.0
(32.1)
\u2013
421.4
LPT premium
(57.5)
(41.6)
(40.1)
\u2013
(139.2)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims after
reclassifying LPT premium
87.0
267.4
(72.2)
\u2013
282.2
Adjusted net incurred claims
(873.6)
(352.1)
(110.0)
\u2013
(1,335.7)
Remove benefit from discounting of claims
(104.9)
(41.1)
(15.9)
\u2013
(161.9)
Undiscounted adjusted net incurred claims
(978.5)
(393.2)
(125.9)
\u2013
(1,497.6)
The following ratios reflect the reclassification of LPT premium and remove the impact of discounting.
Ratio analysis (undiscounted)
Claims ratio (%)
44.2
44.8
26.1
\u2013
41.9
Acquisition cost ratio (%)
30.7
29.9
25.8
\u2013
29.9
Administrative expense ratio (%)
18.7
13.9
17.1
\u2013
17.4
Combined ratio (%)
93.6
88.6
69.0
\u2013
89.2
The impact on profit before tax of a 1% change in each component of the segmental combined ratios is shown in the following
table. Any further ratio change is linear in nature.
Year ended 31 December 2024
Hiscox
Retail
Hiscox
London
Market
Hiscox
Re & ILS
$m
$m
$m
1% change in claims or expense ratio
22.4
8.8
4.8
\"\"
Year ended 31 December 2023
Hiscox
Retail*
Hiscox
London
Market*
Hiscox
Re & ILS
Corporate
Centre
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Insurance revenue
2,327.8
1,185.5
969.9
\u2013
4,483.2
Insurance service expenses
(2,060.9)
(867.9)
(260.5)
\u2013
(3,189.3)
Incurred claims and changes to liabilities for incurred claims
(978.0)
(492.1)
(55.6)
\u2013
(1,525.7)
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
(663.6)
(255.7)
(119.7)
\u2013
(1,039.0)
Other attributable expenses
(406.1)
(120.1)
(85.2)
\u2013
(611.4)
Losses on onerous contracts and reversals
(13.2)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(13.2)
Insurance service result before reinsurance contracts held
266.9
317.6
709.4
\u2013
1,293.9
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(249.2)
(337.9)
(532.3)
\u2013
(1,119.4)
Amount recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims
159.7
199.1
(41.0)
\u2013
317.8
Net expense from reinsurance contracts held
(89.5)
(138.8)
(573.3)
\u2013
(801.6)
Insurance service result
177.4
178.8
136.1
\u2013
492.3
Investment result
200.2
113.6
70.6
\u2013
384.4
Net finance expense from insurance contracts
(111.0)
(61.0)
(48.7)
\u2013
(220.7)
Net finance income from reinsurance contracts
22.0
23.2
35.8
\u2013
81.0
Net insurance finance expense
(89.0)
(37.8)
(12.9)
\u2013
(139.7)
Net financial result
111.2
75.8
57.7
\u2013
244.7
Other income
16.1
27.2
41.5
6.3
91.1
Other operational expenses
(47.8)
(18.8)
(12.8)
(46.1)
(125.5)
Net foreign exchange losses
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(27.0)
(27.0)
Other finance costs
(0.9)
(0.3)
(1.1)
(47.7)
(50.0)
Share of profits of associates
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
0.3
0.3
Profit/(loss) before tax
256.0
262.7
221.4
(114.2)
625.9
Ratio analysis
Claims ratio (%)
41.8
35.2
20.5
\u2013
37.4
Acquisition cost ratio (%)
31.0
29.9
27.9
\u2013
30.3
Administrative expense ratio (%)
19.0
14.0
19.9
\u2013
17.8
Combined ratio (%)
91.8
79.1
68.3
\u2013
85.5
*Following a change in management structure at the start of 2024, Hiscox Retail\u2019s kidnap and ransom business written in Syndicate 33 is now reported within the
London Market segment. The comparative period has been reclassified to present on a consistent basis.
\"\"
The impact of the reclassification of LPT premium is shown in the following table.
Year ended 31 December 2023
Hiscox
Retail*
Hiscox
London
Market*
Hiscox
Re & ILS
Corporate
Centre
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Insurance revenue
2,327.8
1,185.5
969.9
\u2013
4,483.2
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(249.2)
(337.9)
(532.3)
\u2013
(1,119.4)
LPT premium
62.4
7.9
(8.6)
\u2013
61.7
Allocation of reinsurance premiums after reclassifying
LPT\u00a0premium
(186.8)
(330.0)
(540.9)
\u2013
(1,057.7)
Adjusted net insurance revenue
2,141.0
855.5
429.0
\u2013
3,425.5
Incurred claims and changes to liabilities for incurred claims
(978.0)
(492.1)
(55.6)
\u2013
(1,525.7)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims
159.7
199.1
(41.0)
\u2013
317.8
LPT premium
(62.4)
(7.9)
8.6
\u2013
(61.7)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers for incurred claims after
reclassifying LPT premium
97.3
191.2
(32.4)
\u2013
256.1
Adjusted net incurred claims
(880.7)
(300.9)
(88.0)
\u2013
(1,269.6)
Remove benefit from discounting of claims
(98.5)
(39.5)
(6.3)
\u2013
(144.3)
Undiscounted adjusted net incurred claims
(979.2)
(340.4)
(94.3)
\u2013
(1,413.9)
Ratio analysis (undiscounted)
Claims ratio (%)
46.4
39.8
22.0
\u2013
41.7
Acquisition cost ratio (%)
31.0
29.9
27.9
\u2013
30.3
Administrative expense ratio (%)
19.0
14.0
19.9
\u2013
17.8
Combined ratio (%)
96.4
83.7
69.8
\u2013
89.8
*Following a change in management structure at the start of 2024, Hiscox Retail\u2019s kidnap and ransom business written in Syndicate 33 is now reported within the
London Market segment. The comparative period has been reclassified to present on a consistent basis.
The impact on profit before tax of a 1% change in each component of the segmental combined ratios is shown in the following
table. Any further ratio change is linear in nature.
Year ended 31 December 2023
Hiscox
Retail*
Hiscox
London
Market*
Hiscox
Re & ILS
$m
$m
$m
1% change in claims or expense ratio
21.4
8.6
4.3
*Following a change in management structure at the start of 2024, Hiscox Retail\u2019s kidnap and ransom business written in Syndicate 33 is now reported within the
London Market segment. The comparative period has been reclassified to present on a consistent basis.
\"\"
(b) Geographical information
The Group\u2019s operational segments underwrite business domestically in Bermuda and from locations in the UK, USA, Guernsey,
France, Germany, Belgium, The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Singapore and Thailand.
The following table provides an analysis of the Group\u2019s Insurance revenue earned by material geographical location from
external\u00a0parties:
Year to 31 December 2024
Year to 31 December 2023
Hiscox
Retail
Hiscox
London
Market
Hiscox
Re & ILS
Corporate
Centre
Total
Hiscox
Retail*
Hiscox
London
Market*
Hiscox
Re & ILS
Corporate
Centre
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
UK
778.9
86.5
41.3
\u2013
906.7
729.8
96.2
41.0
\u2013
867.0
Europe
643.5
89.2
77.1
\u2013
809.8
597.4
81.1
62.9
\u2013
741.4
USA
936.9
738.8
598.5
\u2013
2,274.2
922.5
739.5
552.9
\u2013
2,214.9
Rest of world
83.6
286.9
311.3
\u2013
681.8
78.1
268.7
313.1
\u2013
659.9
2,442.9
1,201.4
1,028.2
\u2013
4,672.5
2,327.8
1,185.5
969.9
\u2013
4,483.2
*Following a change in management structure at the start of 2024, Hiscox Retail\u2019s kidnap and ransom business written in Syndicate 33 is now reported within the
London Market segment. The comparative period has been reclassified to present on a consistent basis.
The following table provides an analysis of the Group\u2019s non-current assets by material geographical location excluding financial
instruments, deferred tax assets, post-employment benefit assets, and rights arising under insurance contracts:
Non-current assets
2024 total
2023 total
$m
$m
UK
234.9
254.5
Europe
104.8
83.5
USA
94.2
109.0
Rest of world
1.3
8.0
435.2
455.0
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The Group\u2019s operational segments underwrite business domestically in Bermuda and from locations in the UK, USA, Guernsey,
France, Germany, Belgium, The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Singapore and Thailand.
The following table provides an analysis of the Group\u2019s Insurance revenue earned by material geographical location from
external\u00a0parties:
Year to 31 December 2024
Year to 31 December 2023
Hiscox
Retail
Hiscox
London
Market
Hiscox
Re & ILS
Corporate
Centre
Total
Hiscox
Retail*
Hiscox
London
Market*
Hiscox
Re & ILS
Corporate
Centre
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
UK
778.9
86.5
41.3
\u2013
906.7
729.8
96.2
41.0
\u2013
867.0
Europe
643.5
89.2
77.1
\u2013
809.8
597.4
81.1
62.9
\u2013
741.4
USA
936.9
738.8
598.5
\u2013
2,274.2
922.5
739.5
552.9
\u2013
2,214.9
Rest of world
83.6
286.9
311.3
\u2013
681.8
78.1
268.7
313.1
\u2013
659.9
2,442.9
1,201.4
1,028.2
\u2013
4,672.5
2,327.8
1,185.5
969.9
\u2013
4,483.2
*Following a change in management structure at the start of 2024, Hiscox Retail\u2019s kidnap and ransom business written in Syndicate 33 is now reported within the
London Market segment. The comparative period has been reclassified to present on a consistent basis.
The following table provides an analysis of the Group\u2019s non-current assets by material geographical location excluding financial
instruments, deferred tax assets, post-employment benefit assets, and rights arising under insurance contracts:
Non-current assets
2024 total
2023 total
$m
$m
UK
234.9
254.5
Europe
104.8
83.5
USA
94.2
109.0
Rest of world
1.3
8.0
435.2
455.0
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The following table provides an analysis of the Group\u2019s Insurance revenue earned by material geographical location from
external\u00a0parties:
Year to 31 December 2024
Year to 31 December 2023
Hiscox
Retail
Hiscox
London
Market
Hiscox
Re & ILS
Corporate
Centre
Total
Hiscox
Retail*
Hiscox
London
Market*
Hiscox
Re & ILS
Corporate
Centre
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
UK
778.9
86.5
41.3
\u2013
906.7
729.8
96.2
41.0
\u2013
867.0
Europe
643.5
89.2
77.1
\u2013
809.8
597.4
81.1
62.9
\u2013
741.4
USA
936.9
738.8
598.5
\u2013
2,274.2
922.5
739.5
552.9
\u2013
2,214.9
Rest of world
83.6
286.9
311.3
\u2013
681.8
78.1
268.7
313.1
\u2013
659.9
2,442.9
1,201.4
1,028.2
\u2013
4,672.5
2,327.8
1,185.5
969.9
\u2013
4,483.2
*Following a change in management structure at the start of 2024, Hiscox Retail\u2019s kidnap and ransom business written in Syndicate 33 is now reported within the
London Market segment. The comparative period has been reclassified to present on a consistent basis.
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5 Net asset value (NAV) per share and net tangible asset value per share
31 December 2024
31 December 2023
Net asset value
(total equity)
Net asset value
per share
Net asset value
(total equity)
Net asset value
per share
$m
cents
$m
cents
Net asset value
3,689.9
1,086.4
3,296.7
951.1
Net tangible asset value
3,381.1
995.5
2,972.8
857.7
The NAV per share is based on 339,636,268 shares ( 2023: 346,612,554) , being the shares in issue at 31\u00a0December 2024, less
those held in treasury and those held by the Group Employee Benefit Trust. Net tangible assets comprise total equity excluding
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6 Return on equity
2024
2023
$m
$m
Profit for the year (all attributable to the owners of the Company)
627.2
712.0
Opening total equity
3,296.7
2,635.0
Adjusted for the time-weighted impact of capital distributions, share buyback and issuance of shares
(136.8)
(54.3)
Adjusted opening total equity
3,159.9
2,580.7
Return on equity (%)
19.8
27.6
The return on equity (ROE) is calculated by using profit or loss for the period divided by the adjusted opening total equity. The
adjusted opening total equity represents the equity on 1\u00a0January of the relevant year as adjusted for time-weighted aspects of
capital distributions, share buyback and issuing of shares or treasury share purchases during the period. The time-weighted
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7 Net investment and insurance finance result
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Investment income including interest receivable
316.4
237.0
Net realised gains/(losses) on financial investments at fair value through profit or loss
1.5
(17.6)
Net fair value gains on financial investments at fair value through profit or loss
71.5
170.6
Investment return \u2013 financial assets
389.4
390.0
Net fair value gains on derivative financial instruments
16
0.4
1.1
Investment expenses
(5.9)
(6.7)
Total investment result
383.9
384.4
Net finance (expense)/income from insurance contracts:
Interest accreted
(241.6)
(228.5)
Effects of changes in interest rates and other financial assumptions
16.1
7.8
Total net finance (expense)/income from insurance contracts
(225.5)
(220.7)
Net finance income/(expenses) from reinsurance contracts:
Interest accreted
81.4
87.5
Effects of changes in interest rates and other financial assumptions
(8.0)
(6.5)
Total net finance income/(expenses) from reinsurance contracts
73.4
81.0
Net insurance finance (expense)/income
(152.1)
(139.7)
Net financial result
231.8
244.7
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7 Net investment and insurance finance result
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Investment income including interest receivable
316.4
237.0
Net realised gains/(losses) on financial investments at fair value through profit or loss
1.5
(17.6)
Net fair value gains on financial investments at fair value through profit or loss
71.5
170.6
Investment return \u2013 financial assets
389.4
390.0
Net fair value gains on derivative financial instruments
16
0.4
1.1
Investment expenses
(5.9)
(6.7)
Total investment result
383.9
384.4
Net finance (expense)/income from insurance contracts:
Interest accreted
(241.6)
(228.5)
Effects of changes in interest rates and other financial assumptions
16.1
7.8
Total net finance (expense)/income from insurance contracts
(225.5)
(220.7)
Net finance income/(expenses) from reinsurance contracts:
Interest accreted
81.4
87.5
Effects of changes in interest rates and other financial assumptions
(8.0)
(6.5)
Total net finance income/(expenses) from reinsurance contracts
73.4
81.0
Net insurance finance (expense)/income
(152.1)
(139.7)
Net financial result
231.8
244.7
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8 Other income and operational expenses
2024
2023
$m
$m
Other income\u00a0
113.5
91.1
Staff costs
386.6
373.0
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment
60.7
77.1
Other expenses
327.3
286.8
Operational expenses\u00a0
774.6
736.9
Other income includes management fees and is recognised when the investment management services are rendered to the ILS
funds and commissions paid to the Group-owned Syndicate managing agent by third-party Names.
Operational expenses comprise attributable expenses amounting to $625.2 million (2023: $611.4 million) included within
insurance service expense, and non-attributable expenses amounting to $149.4 million (2023: $125.5 million) included within
other operational expenses.
The Group previously announced its agreement to sell DirectAsia to Ignite Thailand Holdings Limited, subject to customary
conditions and regulatory approvals. Those conditions were not met within the agreed time period and that agreement to sell was
terminated. On 18 December 2024, the Group divested the part of the DirectAsia business which was based in Thailand to Ignite
Thailand Holdings Limited and Roojai Holding (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The $2.1 million loss on disposal is included within other
expenses. The remaining DirectAsia business, which is based in Singapore, continues to\u00a0be classified as a disposal group held
for sale, as a sale is still considered highly probable within the next 12 months. The\u00a0disposal group has been valued at its
expected recoverable amount and no impairment charge has been recognised (2023:\u00a0$18.5 million). The remaining DirectAsia
business is part of the retail operating segment but the assets, liabilities and results of DirectAsia are not material to the segment.
Assets held for sale include reinsurance contract assets and cash, while\u00a0liabilities held for sale include insurance contract liabilities
and trade and other payables.
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8 Other income and operational expenses
2024
2023
$m
$m
Other income\u00a0
113.5
91.1
Staff costs
386.6
373.0
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment
60.7
77.1
Other expenses
327.3
286.8
Operational expenses\u00a0
774.6
736.9
Other income includes management fees and is recognised when the investment management services are rendered to the ILS
funds and commissions paid to the Group-owned Syndicate managing agent by third-party Names.
Operational expenses comprise attributable expenses amounting to $625.2 million (2023: $611.4 million) included within
insurance service expense, and non-attributable expenses amounting to $149.4 million (2023: $125.5 million) included within
other operational expenses.
The Group previously announced its agreement to sell DirectAsia to Ignite Thailand Holdings Limited, subject to customary
conditions and regulatory approvals. Those conditions were not met within the agreed time period and that agreement to sell was
terminated. On 18 December 2024, the Group divested the part of the DirectAsia business which was based in Thailand to Ignite
Thailand Holdings Limited and Roojai Holding (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The $2.1 million loss on disposal is included within other
expenses. The remaining DirectAsia business, which is based in Singapore, continues to\u00a0be classified as a disposal group held
for sale, as a sale is still considered highly probable within the next 12 months. The\u00a0disposal group has been valued at its
expected recoverable amount and no impairment charge has been recognised (2023:\u00a0$18.5 million). The remaining DirectAsia
business is part of the retail operating segment but the assets, liabilities and results of DirectAsia are not material to the segment.
Assets held for sale include reinsurance contract assets and cash, while\u00a0liabilities held for sale include insurance contract liabilities
and trade and other payables.
11 Goodwill and intangible assets
Goodwill
Syndicate
capacity
State
authorisation
licences
Software and
development
costs
Other
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
At 1 January 2023
Cost
10.2
33.1
8.5
409.8
20.3
481.9
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.4)
\u2013
\u2013
(143.3)
(15.8)
(161.5)
Net book amount
7.8
33.1
8.5
266.5
4.5
320.4
Year ended 31 December 2023
Opening net book amount
7.8
33.1
8.5
266.5
4.5
320.4
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
42.6
\u2013
42.6
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Amortisation charges
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(37.0)
(1.9)
(38.9)
Impairment charge*
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(6.0)
\u2013
(6.0)
Foreign exchange movements
0.4
\u2013
\u2013
5.1
0.3
5.8
Closing net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
At 31 December 2023
Cost
10.8
33.1
8.5
467.3
23.4
543.1
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.6)
\u2013
\u2013
(196.1)
(20.5)
(219.2)
Net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
Year ended 31 December 2024
Opening net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
33.0
1.0
34.0
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Amortisation charges
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(41.6)
(2.2)
(43.8)
Impairment charge
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Foreign exchange movements
(0.1)
\u2013
\u2013
(5.2)
\u2013
(5.3)
Closing net book amount
8.1
33.1
8.5
257.4
1.7
308.8
At 31 December 2024
Cost
10.7
33.1
8.5
483.7
23.8
559.8
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.6)
\u2013
\u2013
(226.3)
(22.1)
(251.0)
Net book amount
8.1
33.1
8.5
257.4
1.7
308.8
*The impairment charge in prior year relates to DirectAsia business classed as a disposal group held for sale.
Goodwill
Goodwill is allocated to the Group\u2019s cash-generating units (CGUs) identified according to the smallest identifiable unit
to\u00a0which\u00a0cash flows are generated. $7.3 million (2023: $7.4 million) is allocated to the London Market CGU and $0.8\u00a0million
(2023: $0.8\u00a0million) is allocated to the CGUs within the Hiscox Retail business segment. Goodwill is considered to have an
indefinite life\u00a0and as such is tested annually for impairment based on the recoverable amount which is considered to be the
higher\u00a0of the fair value less cost to sell or value in use. During 2024, there was no impairment charge on goodwill (2023:\u00a0$nil).
Value in use is considered to be the best indication of the recoverable amount for goodwill. Value in use calculations are
performed using cash flow projections based on financial forecasts. A discount factor, based on a weighted average cost of
capital (WACC) for the Group, of 10.1%, depending on the underlying currency (2023: 10.0% to 10.3%), has been applied to the
cash flow projections to determine the net present value. The outcome of the value in use calculation is measured against the
carrying value of the asset and, where the carrying value is in excess of the value in use, the asset is written down to this amount.
\"\"
Impairment assessments
To test the sensitivity of the assessment, management flexed the key assumptions within a reasonably expected range. Within
this range, goodwill and other intangible assets recoveries were stress tested and remain supportable across all cash-generating
units or assets.
Intangible assets
All intangible assets have a finite useful life except for the Syndicate capacity and US state authorisation licences.
(a) Syndicate capacity
The cost of purchasing the Group\u2019s participation in the Lloyd\u2019s insurance syndicates is not amortised, but is tested annually for
impairment and is carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses. Having considered the future prospects of the London
insurance market, the Board believes that the Group\u2019s ownership of Syndicate capacity will provide economic benefits over an
indefinite number of future periods. This assumption is reviewed annually to determine whether the asset continues to have an
indefinite life.
The Group\u2019s intangible asset relating to Syndicate capacity has been allocated, for impairment testing purposes, to the active
Lloyd\u2019s corporate member entity. The asset is tested annually for impairment based on its recoverable amount which is
considered to be the higher of the asset\u2019s fair value less costs to sell or its value in use. The value in use is determined using
cash\u00a0flow projections based on business plans approved by management and discounted at the applicable WACC rate.
At\u00a031\u00a0December 2024, the value in use or the fair value less cost to sell exceeded the carrying value of Syndicate capacity
recognised on the statement of financial position.
(b) US state authorisation licences
In 2007, the Group acquired insurance authorisation licences for 50 US states as part of a business combination. The licences
are allocated for impairment testing to the Group\u2019s North American underwriting business. The carrying value of this asset is
calculated using a projected cash flow based on business plans approved by management and discounted at the same rate
used for goodwill. The asset is tested annually for impairment based on its value in use, and the results show no impairment.
(c) Software and development costs
The Group capitalises acquired software licenses based on the costs incurred. Amortisation is performed through applying the
straight-line method over a period of three to ten years.
Internally developed software is capitalised only if future economic benefits are probable and can be measured reliably.
Amortisation of internally developed computer software begins when the software is available for use and is allocated on
a\u00a0straight-line basis over the expected useful life of the asset.
The useful life of the asset is reviewed annually and, if different from previous estimates, is revised accordingly with the change
being accounted for as a change in accounting estimates in accordance with IAS 8.
The carrying value of software and development costs is reviewed for impairment on an ongoing basis by reference to the stage
and expectation of a project. Additionally, at the end of each reporting period, the Group reviews the positions for any indication
of impairment and as a result of this no impairment was provided in 2024 (2023: $6 million).
At 31\u00a0December 2024 there were $27.6 million of assets under development on which amortisation has yet to be charged
(2023:\u00a0$34.1 million).
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and, as such, are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
(d) Rights to customer contractual relationships (included in other)
Intangible costs related to securing customer contractual relationships are recognised as an asset where they can be identified
separately and measured reliably and it is probable that they will be recovered by directly related future profits. These costs are
amortised on a straight-line basis over the useful economic life, which is deemed to be ten years, and are carried at cost less
accumulated amortisation and impairment losses.
At the end of each reporting period, the carrying value arrived at using value in use is tested for impairment. Value in use is
calculated using the same method as described above for goodwill and the same discount rate used. The results of this test
led\u00a0to no impairment charge on intangible rights to customer contractual relationships in 2024 (2023: $nil).
12 Property, plant and equipment
Land and
buildings
Leasehold
improvements
Furniture
fittings and
equipment
and art
Right-of-use
assets:
property
and other
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Year ended 31 December 2023
Opening net book amount
18.3
1.3
43.0
70.5
133.1
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
1.7
13.1
14.8
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(0.7)
(0.7)
Depreciation charge
(1.1)
(0.6)
(5.1)
(12.9)
(19.7)
Impairment
\u2013
(0.4)
(0.2)
\u2013
(0.6)
Foreign exchange movements
0.9
0.2
2.1
2.6
5.8
Closing net book amount, including assets held for sale
18.1
0.5
41.5
72.6
132.7
At 31 December 2023
Cost
28.1
13.1
85.1
132.4
258.7
Accumulated depreciation
(10.0)
(12.6)
(43.6)
(59.8)
(126.0)
Net book amount, including assets held for sale
18.1
0.5
41.5
72.6
132.7
Less: assets held for sale
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(2.4)
(2.4)
Net book amount
18.1
0.5
41.5
70.2
130.3
Year ended 31 December 2024
Opening net book amount, including assets held for sale
18.1
0.5
41.5
72.6
132.7
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
5.2
12.4
17.6
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
(0.1)
(2.4)
(2.5)
Depreciation charge
(1.2)
(0.5)
(4.7)
(12.8)
(19.2)
Foreign exchange movements
(0.3)
0.1
(0.9)
(1.3)
(2.4)
Closing net book amount, including assets held for sale
16.6
0.1
41.0
68.5
126.2
At 31 December 2024
Cost
27.6
12.6
86.1
105.1
231.4
Accumulated depreciation
(11.0)
(12.5)
(45.1)
(36.6)
(105.2)
Net book amount, including assets held for sale
16.6
0.1
41.0
68.5
126.2
Less: assets held for sale
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(0.6)
(0.6)
Net book amount
16.6
0.1
41.0
67.9
125.6
The Group\u2019s land and buildings assets relate to freehold property in the UK. There was no impairment charge on these assets
during the year (2023:\u00a0$nil).
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and, as such, are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
The income from subleasing right-of-use assets amounted to $0.4\u00a0million (2023:\u00a0$0.4\u00a0million).
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8 Other income and operational expenses
2024
2023
$m
$m
Other income\u00a0
113.5
91.1
Staff costs
386.6
373.0
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment
60.7
77.1
Other expenses
327.3
286.8
Operational expenses\u00a0
774.6
736.9
Other income includes management fees and is recognised when the investment management services are rendered to the ILS
funds and commissions paid to the Group-owned Syndicate managing agent by third-party Names.
Operational expenses comprise attributable expenses amounting to $625.2 million (2023: $611.4 million) included within
insurance service expense, and non-attributable expenses amounting to $149.4 million (2023: $125.5 million) included within
other operational expenses.
The Group previously announced its agreement to sell DirectAsia to Ignite Thailand Holdings Limited, subject to customary
conditions and regulatory approvals. Those conditions were not met within the agreed time period and that agreement to sell was
terminated. On 18 December 2024, the Group divested the part of the DirectAsia business which was based in Thailand to Ignite
Thailand Holdings Limited and Roojai Holding (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The $2.1 million loss on disposal is included within other
expenses. The remaining DirectAsia business, which is based in Singapore, continues to\u00a0be classified as a disposal group held
for sale, as a sale is still considered highly probable within the next 12 months. The\u00a0disposal group has been valued at its
expected recoverable amount and no impairment charge has been recognised (2023:\u00a0$18.5 million). The remaining DirectAsia
business is part of the retail operating segment but the assets, liabilities and results of DirectAsia are not material to the segment.
Assets held for sale include reinsurance contract assets and cash, while\u00a0liabilities held for sale include insurance contract liabilities
and trade and other payables.
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8 Other income and operational expenses
2024
2023
$m
$m
Other income\u00a0
113.5
91.1
Staff costs
386.6
373.0
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment
60.7
77.1
Other expenses
327.3
286.8
Operational expenses\u00a0
774.6
736.9
Other income includes management fees and is recognised when the investment management services are rendered to the ILS
funds and commissions paid to the Group-owned Syndicate managing agent by third-party Names.
Operational expenses comprise attributable expenses amounting to $625.2 million (2023: $611.4 million) included within
insurance service expense, and non-attributable expenses amounting to $149.4 million (2023: $125.5 million) included within
other operational expenses.
The Group previously announced its agreement to sell DirectAsia to Ignite Thailand Holdings Limited, subject to customary
conditions and regulatory approvals. Those conditions were not met within the agreed time period and that agreement to sell was
terminated. On 18 December 2024, the Group divested the part of the DirectAsia business which was based in Thailand to Ignite
Thailand Holdings Limited and Roojai Holding (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The $2.1 million loss on disposal is included within other
expenses. The remaining DirectAsia business, which is based in Singapore, continues to\u00a0be classified as a disposal group held
for sale, as a sale is still considered highly probable within the next 12 months. The\u00a0disposal group has been valued at its
expected recoverable amount and no impairment charge has been recognised (2023:\u00a0$18.5 million). The remaining DirectAsia
business is part of the retail operating segment but the assets, liabilities and results of DirectAsia are not material to the segment.
Assets held for sale include reinsurance contract assets and cash, while\u00a0liabilities held for sale include insurance contract liabilities
and trade and other payables.
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8 Other income and operational expenses
2024
2023
$m
$m
Other income\u00a0
113.5
91.1
Staff costs
386.6
373.0
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment
60.7
77.1
Other expenses
327.3
286.8
Operational expenses\u00a0
774.6
736.9
Other income includes management fees and is recognised when the investment management services are rendered to the ILS
funds and commissions paid to the Group-owned Syndicate managing agent by third-party Names.
Operational expenses comprise attributable expenses amounting to $625.2 million (2023: $611.4 million) included within
insurance service expense, and non-attributable expenses amounting to $149.4 million (2023: $125.5 million) included within
other operational expenses.
The Group previously announced its agreement to sell DirectAsia to Ignite Thailand Holdings Limited, subject to customary
conditions and regulatory approvals. Those conditions were not met within the agreed time period and that agreement to sell was
terminated. On 18 December 2024, the Group divested the part of the DirectAsia business which was based in Thailand to Ignite
Thailand Holdings Limited and Roojai Holding (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The $2.1 million loss on disposal is included within other
expenses. The remaining DirectAsia business, which is based in Singapore, continues to\u00a0be classified as a disposal group held
for sale, as a sale is still considered highly probable within the next 12 months. The\u00a0disposal group has been valued at its
expected recoverable amount and no impairment charge has been recognised (2023:\u00a0$18.5 million). The remaining DirectAsia
business is part of the retail operating segment but the assets, liabilities and results of DirectAsia are not material to the segment.
Assets held for sale include reinsurance contract assets and cash, while\u00a0liabilities held for sale include insurance contract liabilities
and trade and other payables.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfExpensesByNatureExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-428": { "value": "
8 Other income and operational expenses
2024
2023
$m
$m
Other income\u00a0
113.5
91.1
Staff costs
386.6
373.0
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment
60.7
77.1
Other expenses
327.3
286.8
Operational expenses\u00a0
774.6
736.9
Other income includes management fees and is recognised when the investment management services are rendered to the ILS
funds and commissions paid to the Group-owned Syndicate managing agent by third-party Names.
Operational expenses comprise attributable expenses amounting to $625.2 million (2023: $611.4 million) included within
insurance service expense, and non-attributable expenses amounting to $149.4 million (2023: $125.5 million) included within
other operational expenses.
The Group previously announced its agreement to sell DirectAsia to Ignite Thailand Holdings Limited, subject to customary
conditions and regulatory approvals. Those conditions were not met within the agreed time period and that agreement to sell was
terminated. On 18 December 2024, the Group divested the part of the DirectAsia business which was based in Thailand to Ignite
Thailand Holdings Limited and Roojai Holding (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The $2.1 million loss on disposal is included within other
expenses. The remaining DirectAsia business, which is based in Singapore, continues to\u00a0be classified as a disposal group held
for sale, as a sale is still considered highly probable within the next 12 months. The\u00a0disposal group has been valued at its
expected recoverable amount and no impairment charge has been recognised (2023:\u00a0$18.5 million). The remaining DirectAsia
business is part of the retail operating segment but the assets, liabilities and results of DirectAsia are not material to the segment.
Assets held for sale include reinsurance contract assets and cash, while\u00a0liabilities held for sale include insurance contract liabilities
and trade and other payables.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfOtherOperatingIncomeExpenseExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-435": { "value": "
The Group previously announced its agreement to sell DirectAsia to Ignite Thailand Holdings Limited, subject to customary
conditions and regulatory approvals. Those conditions were not met within the agreed time period and that agreement to sell was
terminated. On 18 December 2024, the Group divested the part of the DirectAsia business which was based in Thailand to Ignite
Thailand Holdings Limited and Roojai Holding (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The $2.1 million loss on disposal is included within other
expenses. The remaining DirectAsia business, which is based in Singapore, continues to\u00a0be classified as a disposal group held
for sale, as a sale is still considered highly probable within the next 12 months. The\u00a0disposal group has been valued at its
expected recoverable amount and no impairment charge has been recognised (2023:\u00a0$18.5 million). The remaining DirectAsia
business is part of the retail operating segment but the assets, liabilities and results of DirectAsia are not material to the segment.
Assets held for sale include reinsurance contract assets and cash, while\u00a0liabilities held for sale include insurance contract liabilities
and trade and other payables.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfNoncurrentAssetsHeldForSaleAndDiscontinuedOperationsExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-434": { "value": "
The Group previously announced its agreement to sell DirectAsia to Ignite Thailand Holdings Limited, subject to customary
conditions and regulatory approvals. Those conditions were not met within the agreed time period and that agreement to sell was
terminated. On 18 December 2024, the Group divested the part of the DirectAsia business which was based in Thailand to Ignite
Thailand Holdings Limited and Roojai Holding (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The $2.1 million loss on disposal is included within other
expenses. The remaining DirectAsia business, which is based in Singapore, continues to\u00a0be classified as a disposal group held
for sale, as a sale is still considered highly probable within the next 12 months. The\u00a0disposal group has been valued at its
expected recoverable amount and no impairment charge has been recognised (2023:\u00a0$18.5 million). The remaining DirectAsia
business is part of the retail operating segment but the assets, liabilities and results of DirectAsia are not material to the segment.
Assets held for sale include reinsurance contract assets and cash, while\u00a0liabilities held for sale include insurance contract liabilities
and trade and other payables.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfNoncurrentAssetsOrDisposalGroupsClassifiedAsHeldForSaleExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-438": { "value": "
9 Finance costs
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Interest charge associated with borrowings
14
40.7
39.4
Other interest expenses
12.4
10.6
Other finance costs
53.1
50.0
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfFinanceCostExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-437": { "value": "
9 Finance costs
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Interest charge associated with borrowings
14
40.7
39.4
Other interest expenses
12.4
10.6
Other finance costs
53.1
50.0
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfInterestExpenseExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-436": { "value": "
9 Finance costs
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Interest charge associated with borrowings
14
40.7
39.4
Other interest expenses
12.4
10.6
Other finance costs
53.1
50.0
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfFinanceIncomeExpenseExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-439": { "value": "
10 Auditor\u2019s remuneration
Fees payable to the Group\u2019s external auditor, PwC, its member firms and its associates (exclusive of VAT) include the following
amounts recorded in the consolidated income statement:
Group
2024
2023
$m
$m
Amounts receivable by the auditors and its associates in respect of:
The auditing of the accounts of the Group and its subsidiaries
4.9
6.8
All audit-related assurance services
0.7
0.4
All other non-audit services
\u2013
0.1
5.6
7.3
The full audit fee payable for the Syndicate 33 and Syndicate 6104 audit has been included above, although an element of this is
borne by the third-party participants in the Syndicate.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfAuditorsRemunerationExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-442": { "value": "
11 Goodwill and intangible assets
Goodwill
Syndicate
capacity
State
authorisation
licences
Software and
development
costs
Other
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
At 1 January 2023
Cost
10.2
33.1
8.5
409.8
20.3
481.9
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.4)
\u2013
\u2013
(143.3)
(15.8)
(161.5)
Net book amount
7.8
33.1
8.5
266.5
4.5
320.4
Year ended 31 December 2023
Opening net book amount
7.8
33.1
8.5
266.5
4.5
320.4
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
42.6
\u2013
42.6
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Amortisation charges
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(37.0)
(1.9)
(38.9)
Impairment charge*
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(6.0)
\u2013
(6.0)
Foreign exchange movements
0.4
\u2013
\u2013
5.1
0.3
5.8
Closing net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
At 31 December 2023
Cost
10.8
33.1
8.5
467.3
23.4
543.1
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.6)
\u2013
\u2013
(196.1)
(20.5)
(219.2)
Net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
Year ended 31 December 2024
Opening net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
33.0
1.0
34.0
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Amortisation charges
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(41.6)
(2.2)
(43.8)
Impairment charge
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Foreign exchange movements
(0.1)
\u2013
\u2013
(5.2)
\u2013
(5.3)
Closing net book amount
8.1
33.1
8.5
257.4
1.7
308.8
At 31 December 2024
Cost
10.7
33.1
8.5
483.7
23.8
559.8
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.6)
\u2013
\u2013
(226.3)
(22.1)
(251.0)
Net book amount
8.1
33.1
8.5
257.4
1.7
308.8
*The impairment charge in prior year relates to DirectAsia business classed as a disposal group held for sale.
Goodwill
Goodwill is allocated to the Group\u2019s cash-generating units (CGUs) identified according to the smallest identifiable unit
to\u00a0which\u00a0cash flows are generated. $7.3 million (2023: $7.4 million) is allocated to the London Market CGU and $0.8\u00a0million
(2023: $0.8\u00a0million) is allocated to the CGUs within the Hiscox Retail business segment. Goodwill is considered to have an
indefinite life\u00a0and as such is tested annually for impairment based on the recoverable amount which is considered to be the
higher\u00a0of the fair value less cost to sell or value in use. During 2024, there was no impairment charge on goodwill (2023:\u00a0$nil).
Value in use is considered to be the best indication of the recoverable amount for goodwill. Value in use calculations are
performed using cash flow projections based on financial forecasts. A discount factor, based on a weighted average cost of
capital (WACC) for the Group, of 10.1%, depending on the underlying currency (2023: 10.0% to 10.3%), has been applied to the
cash flow projections to determine the net present value. The outcome of the value in use calculation is measured against the
carrying value of the asset and, where the carrying value is in excess of the value in use, the asset is written down to this amount.
\"\"
Impairment assessments
To test the sensitivity of the assessment, management flexed the key assumptions within a reasonably expected range. Within
this range, goodwill and other intangible assets recoveries were stress tested and remain supportable across all cash-generating
units or assets.
Intangible assets
All intangible assets have a finite useful life except for the Syndicate capacity and US state authorisation licences.
(a) Syndicate capacity
The cost of purchasing the Group\u2019s participation in the Lloyd\u2019s insurance syndicates is not amortised, but is tested annually for
impairment and is carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses. Having considered the future prospects of the London
insurance market, the Board believes that the Group\u2019s ownership of Syndicate capacity will provide economic benefits over an
indefinite number of future periods. This assumption is reviewed annually to determine whether the asset continues to have an
indefinite life.
The Group\u2019s intangible asset relating to Syndicate capacity has been allocated, for impairment testing purposes, to the active
Lloyd\u2019s corporate member entity. The asset is tested annually for impairment based on its recoverable amount which is
considered to be the higher of the asset\u2019s fair value less costs to sell or its value in use. The value in use is determined using
cash\u00a0flow projections based on business plans approved by management and discounted at the applicable WACC rate.
At\u00a031\u00a0December 2024, the value in use or the fair value less cost to sell exceeded the carrying value of Syndicate capacity
recognised on the statement of financial position.
(b) US state authorisation licences
In 2007, the Group acquired insurance authorisation licences for 50 US states as part of a business combination. The licences
are allocated for impairment testing to the Group\u2019s North American underwriting business. The carrying value of this asset is
calculated using a projected cash flow based on business plans approved by management and discounted at the same rate
used for goodwill. The asset is tested annually for impairment based on its value in use, and the results show no impairment.
(c) Software and development costs
The Group capitalises acquired software licenses based on the costs incurred. Amortisation is performed through applying the
straight-line method over a period of three to ten years.
Internally developed software is capitalised only if future economic benefits are probable and can be measured reliably.
Amortisation of internally developed computer software begins when the software is available for use and is allocated on
a\u00a0straight-line basis over the expected useful life of the asset.
The useful life of the asset is reviewed annually and, if different from previous estimates, is revised accordingly with the change
being accounted for as a change in accounting estimates in accordance with IAS 8.
The carrying value of software and development costs is reviewed for impairment on an ongoing basis by reference to the stage
and expectation of a project. Additionally, at the end of each reporting period, the Group reviews the positions for any indication
of impairment and as a result of this no impairment was provided in 2024 (2023: $6 million).
At 31\u00a0December 2024 there were $27.6 million of assets under development on which amortisation has yet to be charged
(2023:\u00a0$34.1 million).
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and, as such, are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
(d) Rights to customer contractual relationships (included in other)
Intangible costs related to securing customer contractual relationships are recognised as an asset where they can be identified
separately and measured reliably and it is probable that they will be recovered by directly related future profits. These costs are
amortised on a straight-line basis over the useful economic life, which is deemed to be ten years, and are carried at cost less
accumulated amortisation and impairment losses.
At the end of each reporting period, the carrying value arrived at using value in use is tested for impairment. Value in use is
calculated using the same method as described above for goodwill and the same discount rate used. The results of this test
led\u00a0to no impairment charge on intangible rights to customer contractual relationships in 2024 (2023: $nil).
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfGoodwillExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-441": { "value": "
11 Goodwill and intangible assets
Goodwill
Syndicate
capacity
State
authorisation
licences
Software and
development
costs
Other
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
At 1 January 2023
Cost
10.2
33.1
8.5
409.8
20.3
481.9
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.4)
\u2013
\u2013
(143.3)
(15.8)
(161.5)
Net book amount
7.8
33.1
8.5
266.5
4.5
320.4
Year ended 31 December 2023
Opening net book amount
7.8
33.1
8.5
266.5
4.5
320.4
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
42.6
\u2013
42.6
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Amortisation charges
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(37.0)
(1.9)
(38.9)
Impairment charge*
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(6.0)
\u2013
(6.0)
Foreign exchange movements
0.4
\u2013
\u2013
5.1
0.3
5.8
Closing net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
At 31 December 2023
Cost
10.8
33.1
8.5
467.3
23.4
543.1
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.6)
\u2013
\u2013
(196.1)
(20.5)
(219.2)
Net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
Year ended 31 December 2024
Opening net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
33.0
1.0
34.0
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Amortisation charges
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(41.6)
(2.2)
(43.8)
Impairment charge
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Foreign exchange movements
(0.1)
\u2013
\u2013
(5.2)
\u2013
(5.3)
Closing net book amount
8.1
33.1
8.5
257.4
1.7
308.8
At 31 December 2024
Cost
10.7
33.1
8.5
483.7
23.8
559.8
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.6)
\u2013
\u2013
(226.3)
(22.1)
(251.0)
Net book amount
8.1
33.1
8.5
257.4
1.7
308.8
*The impairment charge in prior year relates to DirectAsia business classed as a disposal group held for sale.
Goodwill
Goodwill is allocated to the Group\u2019s cash-generating units (CGUs) identified according to the smallest identifiable unit
to\u00a0which\u00a0cash flows are generated. $7.3 million (2023: $7.4 million) is allocated to the London Market CGU and $0.8\u00a0million
(2023: $0.8\u00a0million) is allocated to the CGUs within the Hiscox Retail business segment. Goodwill is considered to have an
indefinite life\u00a0and as such is tested annually for impairment based on the recoverable amount which is considered to be the
higher\u00a0of the fair value less cost to sell or value in use. During 2024, there was no impairment charge on goodwill (2023:\u00a0$nil).
Value in use is considered to be the best indication of the recoverable amount for goodwill. Value in use calculations are
performed using cash flow projections based on financial forecasts. A discount factor, based on a weighted average cost of
capital (WACC) for the Group, of 10.1%, depending on the underlying currency (2023: 10.0% to 10.3%), has been applied to the
cash flow projections to determine the net present value. The outcome of the value in use calculation is measured against the
carrying value of the asset and, where the carrying value is in excess of the value in use, the asset is written down to this amount.
\"\"
Impairment assessments
To test the sensitivity of the assessment, management flexed the key assumptions within a reasonably expected range. Within
this range, goodwill and other intangible assets recoveries were stress tested and remain supportable across all cash-generating
units or assets.
Intangible assets
All intangible assets have a finite useful life except for the Syndicate capacity and US state authorisation licences.
(a) Syndicate capacity
The cost of purchasing the Group\u2019s participation in the Lloyd\u2019s insurance syndicates is not amortised, but is tested annually for
impairment and is carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses. Having considered the future prospects of the London
insurance market, the Board believes that the Group\u2019s ownership of Syndicate capacity will provide economic benefits over an
indefinite number of future periods. This assumption is reviewed annually to determine whether the asset continues to have an
indefinite life.
The Group\u2019s intangible asset relating to Syndicate capacity has been allocated, for impairment testing purposes, to the active
Lloyd\u2019s corporate member entity. The asset is tested annually for impairment based on its recoverable amount which is
considered to be the higher of the asset\u2019s fair value less costs to sell or its value in use. The value in use is determined using
cash\u00a0flow projections based on business plans approved by management and discounted at the applicable WACC rate.
At\u00a031\u00a0December 2024, the value in use or the fair value less cost to sell exceeded the carrying value of Syndicate capacity
recognised on the statement of financial position.
(b) US state authorisation licences
In 2007, the Group acquired insurance authorisation licences for 50 US states as part of a business combination. The licences
are allocated for impairment testing to the Group\u2019s North American underwriting business. The carrying value of this asset is
calculated using a projected cash flow based on business plans approved by management and discounted at the same rate
used for goodwill. The asset is tested annually for impairment based on its value in use, and the results show no impairment.
(c) Software and development costs
The Group capitalises acquired software licenses based on the costs incurred. Amortisation is performed through applying the
straight-line method over a period of three to ten years.
Internally developed software is capitalised only if future economic benefits are probable and can be measured reliably.
Amortisation of internally developed computer software begins when the software is available for use and is allocated on
a\u00a0straight-line basis over the expected useful life of the asset.
The useful life of the asset is reviewed annually and, if different from previous estimates, is revised accordingly with the change
being accounted for as a change in accounting estimates in accordance with IAS 8.
The carrying value of software and development costs is reviewed for impairment on an ongoing basis by reference to the stage
and expectation of a project. Additionally, at the end of each reporting period, the Group reviews the positions for any indication
of impairment and as a result of this no impairment was provided in 2024 (2023: $6 million).
At 31\u00a0December 2024 there were $27.6 million of assets under development on which amortisation has yet to be charged
(2023:\u00a0$34.1 million).
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and, as such, are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
(d) Rights to customer contractual relationships (included in other)
Intangible costs related to securing customer contractual relationships are recognised as an asset where they can be identified
separately and measured reliably and it is probable that they will be recovered by directly related future profits. These costs are
amortised on a straight-line basis over the useful economic life, which is deemed to be ten years, and are carried at cost less
accumulated amortisation and impairment losses.
At the end of each reporting period, the carrying value arrived at using value in use is tested for impairment. Value in use is
calculated using the same method as described above for goodwill and the same discount rate used. The results of this test
led\u00a0to no impairment charge on intangible rights to customer contractual relationships in 2024 (2023: $nil).
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfIntangibleAssetsAndGoodwillExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-440": { "value": "
11 Goodwill and intangible assets
Goodwill
Syndicate
capacity
State
authorisation
licences
Software and
development
costs
Other
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
At 1 January 2023
Cost
10.2
33.1
8.5
409.8
20.3
481.9
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.4)
\u2013
\u2013
(143.3)
(15.8)
(161.5)
Net book amount
7.8
33.1
8.5
266.5
4.5
320.4
Year ended 31 December 2023
Opening net book amount
7.8
33.1
8.5
266.5
4.5
320.4
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
42.6
\u2013
42.6
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Amortisation charges
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(37.0)
(1.9)
(38.9)
Impairment charge*
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(6.0)
\u2013
(6.0)
Foreign exchange movements
0.4
\u2013
\u2013
5.1
0.3
5.8
Closing net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
At 31 December 2023
Cost
10.8
33.1
8.5
467.3
23.4
543.1
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.6)
\u2013
\u2013
(196.1)
(20.5)
(219.2)
Net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
Year ended 31 December 2024
Opening net book amount
8.2
33.1
8.5
271.2
2.9
323.9
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
33.0
1.0
34.0
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Amortisation charges
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(41.6)
(2.2)
(43.8)
Impairment charge
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Foreign exchange movements
(0.1)
\u2013
\u2013
(5.2)
\u2013
(5.3)
Closing net book amount
8.1
33.1
8.5
257.4
1.7
308.8
At 31 December 2024
Cost
10.7
33.1
8.5
483.7
23.8
559.8
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
(2.6)
\u2013
\u2013
(226.3)
(22.1)
(251.0)
Net book amount
8.1
33.1
8.5
257.4
1.7
308.8
*The impairment charge in prior year relates to DirectAsia business classed as a disposal group held for sale.
Goodwill
Goodwill is allocated to the Group\u2019s cash-generating units (CGUs) identified according to the smallest identifiable unit
to\u00a0which\u00a0cash flows are generated. $7.3 million (2023: $7.4 million) is allocated to the London Market CGU and $0.8\u00a0million
(2023: $0.8\u00a0million) is allocated to the CGUs within the Hiscox Retail business segment. Goodwill is considered to have an
indefinite life\u00a0and as such is tested annually for impairment based on the recoverable amount which is considered to be the
higher\u00a0of the fair value less cost to sell or value in use. During 2024, there was no impairment charge on goodwill (2023:\u00a0$nil).
Value in use is considered to be the best indication of the recoverable amount for goodwill. Value in use calculations are
performed using cash flow projections based on financial forecasts. A discount factor, based on a weighted average cost of
capital (WACC) for the Group, of 10.1%, depending on the underlying currency (2023: 10.0% to 10.3%), has been applied to the
cash flow projections to determine the net present value. The outcome of the value in use calculation is measured against the
carrying value of the asset and, where the carrying value is in excess of the value in use, the asset is written down to this amount.
\"\"
Impairment assessments
To test the sensitivity of the assessment, management flexed the key assumptions within a reasonably expected range. Within
this range, goodwill and other intangible assets recoveries were stress tested and remain supportable across all cash-generating
units or assets.
Intangible assets
All intangible assets have a finite useful life except for the Syndicate capacity and US state authorisation licences.
(a) Syndicate capacity
The cost of purchasing the Group\u2019s participation in the Lloyd\u2019s insurance syndicates is not amortised, but is tested annually for
impairment and is carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses. Having considered the future prospects of the London
insurance market, the Board believes that the Group\u2019s ownership of Syndicate capacity will provide economic benefits over an
indefinite number of future periods. This assumption is reviewed annually to determine whether the asset continues to have an
indefinite life.
The Group\u2019s intangible asset relating to Syndicate capacity has been allocated, for impairment testing purposes, to the active
Lloyd\u2019s corporate member entity. The asset is tested annually for impairment based on its recoverable amount which is
considered to be the higher of the asset\u2019s fair value less costs to sell or its value in use. The value in use is determined using
cash\u00a0flow projections based on business plans approved by management and discounted at the applicable WACC rate.
At\u00a031\u00a0December 2024, the value in use or the fair value less cost to sell exceeded the carrying value of Syndicate capacity
recognised on the statement of financial position.
(b) US state authorisation licences
In 2007, the Group acquired insurance authorisation licences for 50 US states as part of a business combination. The licences
are allocated for impairment testing to the Group\u2019s North American underwriting business. The carrying value of this asset is
calculated using a projected cash flow based on business plans approved by management and discounted at the same rate
used for goodwill. The asset is tested annually for impairment based on its value in use, and the results show no impairment.
(c) Software and development costs
The Group capitalises acquired software licenses based on the costs incurred. Amortisation is performed through applying the
straight-line method over a period of three to ten years.
Internally developed software is capitalised only if future economic benefits are probable and can be measured reliably.
Amortisation of internally developed computer software begins when the software is available for use and is allocated on
a\u00a0straight-line basis over the expected useful life of the asset.
The useful life of the asset is reviewed annually and, if different from previous estimates, is revised accordingly with the change
being accounted for as a change in accounting estimates in accordance with IAS 8.
The carrying value of software and development costs is reviewed for impairment on an ongoing basis by reference to the stage
and expectation of a project. Additionally, at the end of each reporting period, the Group reviews the positions for any indication
of impairment and as a result of this no impairment was provided in 2024 (2023: $6 million).
At 31\u00a0December 2024 there were $27.6 million of assets under development on which amortisation has yet to be charged
(2023:\u00a0$34.1 million).
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and, as such, are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
(d) Rights to customer contractual relationships (included in other)
Intangible costs related to securing customer contractual relationships are recognised as an asset where they can be identified
separately and measured reliably and it is probable that they will be recovered by directly related future profits. These costs are
amortised on a straight-line basis over the useful economic life, which is deemed to be ten years, and are carried at cost less
accumulated amortisation and impairment losses.
At the end of each reporting period, the carrying value arrived at using value in use is tested for impairment. Value in use is
calculated using the same method as described above for goodwill and the same discount rate used. The results of this test
led\u00a0to no impairment charge on intangible rights to customer contractual relationships in 2024 (2023: $nil).
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Impairment assessments
To test the sensitivity of the assessment, management flexed the key assumptions within a reasonably expected range. Within
this range, goodwill and other intangible assets recoveries were stress tested and remain supportable across all cash-generating
units or assets.
Intangible assets
All intangible assets have a finite useful life except for the Syndicate capacity and US state authorisation licences.
(a) Syndicate capacity
The cost of purchasing the Group\u2019s participation in the Lloyd\u2019s insurance syndicates is not amortised, but is tested annually for
impairment and is carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses. Having considered the future prospects of the London
insurance market, the Board believes that the Group\u2019s ownership of Syndicate capacity will provide economic benefits over an
indefinite number of future periods. This assumption is reviewed annually to determine whether the asset continues to have an
indefinite life.
The Group\u2019s intangible asset relating to Syndicate capacity has been allocated, for impairment testing purposes, to the active
Lloyd\u2019s corporate member entity. The asset is tested annually for impairment based on its recoverable amount which is
considered to be the higher of the asset\u2019s fair value less costs to sell or its value in use. The value in use is determined using
cash\u00a0flow projections based on business plans approved by management and discounted at the applicable WACC rate.
At\u00a031\u00a0December 2024, the value in use or the fair value less cost to sell exceeded the carrying value of Syndicate capacity
recognised on the statement of financial position.
(b) US state authorisation licences
In 2007, the Group acquired insurance authorisation licences for 50 US states as part of a business combination. The licences
are allocated for impairment testing to the Group\u2019s North American underwriting business. The carrying value of this asset is
calculated using a projected cash flow based on business plans approved by management and discounted at the same rate
used for goodwill. The asset is tested annually for impairment based on its value in use, and the results show no impairment.
(c) Software and development costs
The Group capitalises acquired software licenses based on the costs incurred. Amortisation is performed through applying the
straight-line method over a period of three to ten years.
Internally developed software is capitalised only if future economic benefits are probable and can be measured reliably.
Amortisation of internally developed computer software begins when the software is available for use and is allocated on
a\u00a0straight-line basis over the expected useful life of the asset.
The useful life of the asset is reviewed annually and, if different from previous estimates, is revised accordingly with the change
being accounted for as a change in accounting estimates in accordance with IAS 8.
The carrying value of software and development costs is reviewed for impairment on an ongoing basis by reference to the stage
and expectation of a project. Additionally, at the end of each reporting period, the Group reviews the positions for any indication
of impairment and as a result of this no impairment was provided in 2024 (2023: $6 million).
At 31\u00a0December 2024 there were $27.6 million of assets under development on which amortisation has yet to be charged
(2023:\u00a0$34.1 million).
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and, as such, are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
(d) Rights to customer contractual relationships (included in other)
Intangible costs related to securing customer contractual relationships are recognised as an asset where they can be identified
separately and measured reliably and it is probable that they will be recovered by directly related future profits. These costs are
amortised on a straight-line basis over the useful economic life, which is deemed to be ten years, and are carried at cost less
accumulated amortisation and impairment losses.
At the end of each reporting period, the carrying value arrived at using value in use is tested for impairment. Value in use is
calculated using the same method as described above for goodwill and the same discount rate used. The results of this test
led\u00a0to no impairment charge on intangible rights to customer contractual relationships in 2024 (2023: $nil).
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12 Property, plant and equipment
Land and
buildings
Leasehold
improvements
Furniture
fittings and
equipment
and art
Right-of-use
assets:
property
and other
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Year ended 31 December 2023
Opening net book amount
18.3
1.3
43.0
70.5
133.1
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
1.7
13.1
14.8
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(0.7)
(0.7)
Depreciation charge
(1.1)
(0.6)
(5.1)
(12.9)
(19.7)
Impairment
\u2013
(0.4)
(0.2)
\u2013
(0.6)
Foreign exchange movements
0.9
0.2
2.1
2.6
5.8
Closing net book amount, including assets held for sale
18.1
0.5
41.5
72.6
132.7
At 31 December 2023
Cost
28.1
13.1
85.1
132.4
258.7
Accumulated depreciation
(10.0)
(12.6)
(43.6)
(59.8)
(126.0)
Net book amount, including assets held for sale
18.1
0.5
41.5
72.6
132.7
Less: assets held for sale
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(2.4)
(2.4)
Net book amount
18.1
0.5
41.5
70.2
130.3
Year ended 31 December 2024
Opening net book amount, including assets held for sale
18.1
0.5
41.5
72.6
132.7
Additions
\u2013
\u2013
5.2
12.4
17.6
Disposals
\u2013
\u2013
(0.1)
(2.4)
(2.5)
Depreciation charge
(1.2)
(0.5)
(4.7)
(12.8)
(19.2)
Foreign exchange movements
(0.3)
0.1
(0.9)
(1.3)
(2.4)
Closing net book amount, including assets held for sale
16.6
0.1
41.0
68.5
126.2
At 31 December 2024
Cost
27.6
12.6
86.1
105.1
231.4
Accumulated depreciation
(11.0)
(12.5)
(45.1)
(36.6)
(105.2)
Net book amount, including assets held for sale
16.6
0.1
41.0
68.5
126.2
Less: assets held for sale
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(0.6)
(0.6)
Net book amount
16.6
0.1
41.0
67.9
125.6
The Group\u2019s land and buildings assets relate to freehold property in the UK. There was no impairment charge on these assets
during the year (2023:\u00a0$nil).
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and, as such, are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
The income from subleasing right-of-use assets amounted to $0.4\u00a0million (2023:\u00a0$0.4\u00a0million).
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13 Subsidiaries, associates and interests in other entities
This note provides details of the Syndicates and Special Purpose Insurers (SPI) managed by the Group, the acquisition and
disposal of subsidiaries and associates during the year and investments in associates.
(a) Subsidiaries
Hiscox Dedicated Corporate Member Limited (HDCM) underwrites as a corporate member of Lloyd\u2019s on the main Syndicates
managed by Hiscox Syndicates Limited (the main managed Syndicates numbered 33 and 3624).
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, HDCM owned 72.6% of Syndicate 33 ( 2023: 72.6%), and 100% of Syndicate 3624 (2023: 100%).
In\u00a0view of the several but not joint liability of underwriting members at Lloyd\u2019s for the transactions of Syndicates in which they
participate, the Group\u2019s attributable share of the transactions, assets and liabilities of these Syndicates has been included in
the\u00a0financial statements. The Group manages the underwriting of, but does not participate as a member of, Syndicate 6104
at\u00a0Lloyd\u2019s which provides reinsurance to Syndicate 33 on a normal commercial basis. Consequently, aside from the receipt
of\u00a0managing agency fees, defined profit commissions as appropriate and interest arising on effective assets included within
the\u00a0experience account, the Group has no share in the assets, liabilities or transactions of Syndicate 6104. The position and
performance of that Syndicate is therefore not included in the Group\u2019s financial statements.
(b) SPIs
The Kiskadee Diversified Fund and Kiskadee Select Fund were launched in 2014 to provide investment opportunities
to\u00a0institutional investors in property catastrophe reinsurance and insurance-linked strategies. The funds are managed by
Hiscox\u00a0Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited (formerly known as Kiskadee Investment Managers Limited) which is a wholly
owned subsidiary of the Group.
The Kiskadee Latitude Fund was launched in 2019 to give investors access to a more diverse portfolio of insurance and
reinsurance risks, with less focus on pure property catastrophe risk. The fund is managed by Hiscox Re Insurance Linked
Strategies Limited which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Group.
The Group determined that it does not control the Kiskadee Diversified Fund, the Kiskadee Select Fund and the Kiskadee
Latitude Fund. Hence they are not consolidated.
The Kiskadee Cadence Fund was launched in December 2019 to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns by investing primarily in
a worldwide reinsurance and retrocession portfolio and the Kiskadee Select Plus Fund was launched in January 2021 to achieve
attractive risk-adjusted returns that have low correlation to broader financial markets by investing primarily in a diversified,
worldwide property catastrophe reinsurance and retrocession portfolio, including a portion of non-catastrophe reinsurance.
These\u00a0funds are segregated accounts of Kiskadee ILS Fund SAC Ltd, which is managed by Hiscox Re Insurance Linked
Strategies Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Group. Following an inflow of capital from third-party investors during 2024,
resulting in\u00a0a dilution of the Group's exposure to variable returns from its involvement in the Kiskadee Cadence Fund, the
Group\u00a0has determined that this fund no longer meets the criteria for consolidation. The fund has been de-consolidated from
the\u00a0Group accordingly.
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, the Group recognised a financial asset at fair value of $58.3 million (2023: $35.4 million) in relation to
its investment in the unconsolidated funds (note 17). In assessing the maximum exposure to loss from its interest in the funds,
the\u00a0Group has determined it is no greater than the fair value recognised as at the end of the reporting period. The total size of the
unconsolidated funds was $694.7 million at 31\u00a0December 2024 (2023: $505 million). In addition to the return on the financial
asset, the Group also receives fee income through Hiscox Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited and Hiscox Insurance
Company (Bermuda) Limited, both wholly owned subsidiaries, under normal commercial terms.
The Group is exposed to credit risk associated with reinsurance recoveries on risks fronted for the SPIs. Note 3.3(d) discusses
how the Group manages credit risk associated with reinsurance assets. The operations of the funds and SPIs are financed
through the issuance of preference shares to external investors. The Group does not intend to provide any further financial
support to the funds or SPIs.
\"\"
(c) Investments in associates
Year ended 31 December
2024
2023
$m
$m
At beginning of year
0.8
5.6
Disposals during the year
\u2013
(5.2)
Distributions received
(0.3)
(0.3)
Net profit from investments from associates
0.3
0.3
Foreign exchange movements
\u2013
0.4
At end of year
0.8
0.8
The Group\u2019s interests in its principal associates, all of which are unlisted, were as follows:
Assets
Liabilities
Revenues
Profit after tax
% interest held at
31 December
$m
$m
$m
$m
2024
Associates incorporated in the UK
32%
3.0
2.1
5.9
0.1
Associates incorporated in Europe
26%
2.1
1.1
2.0
1.1
Total at the year ended 2024
5.1
3.2
7.9
1.2
2023
Associates incorporated in the UK
32%
2.8
2.1
5.3
0.1
Associates incorporated in Europe
26%
2.6
1.4
2.8
1.1
Total at the year ended 2023
5.4
3.5
8.1
1.2
The equity interests held by the Group in respect of associates do not have quoted market prices and are not traded regularly
in\u00a0any active recognised market. The associates concerned have no material impact on the results or assets of the Group.
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and as such are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
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13 Subsidiaries, associates and interests in other entities
This note provides details of the Syndicates and Special Purpose Insurers (SPI) managed by the Group, the acquisition and
disposal of subsidiaries and associates during the year and investments in associates.
(a) Subsidiaries
Hiscox Dedicated Corporate Member Limited (HDCM) underwrites as a corporate member of Lloyd\u2019s on the main Syndicates
managed by Hiscox Syndicates Limited (the main managed Syndicates numbered 33 and 3624).
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, HDCM owned 72.6% of Syndicate 33 ( 2023: 72.6%), and 100% of Syndicate 3624 (2023: 100%).
In\u00a0view of the several but not joint liability of underwriting members at Lloyd\u2019s for the transactions of Syndicates in which they
participate, the Group\u2019s attributable share of the transactions, assets and liabilities of these Syndicates has been included in
the\u00a0financial statements. The Group manages the underwriting of, but does not participate as a member of, Syndicate 6104
at\u00a0Lloyd\u2019s which provides reinsurance to Syndicate 33 on a normal commercial basis. Consequently, aside from the receipt
of\u00a0managing agency fees, defined profit commissions as appropriate and interest arising on effective assets included within
the\u00a0experience account, the Group has no share in the assets, liabilities or transactions of Syndicate 6104. The position and
performance of that Syndicate is therefore not included in the Group\u2019s financial statements.
(b) SPIs
The Kiskadee Diversified Fund and Kiskadee Select Fund were launched in 2014 to provide investment opportunities
to\u00a0institutional investors in property catastrophe reinsurance and insurance-linked strategies. The funds are managed by
Hiscox\u00a0Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited (formerly known as Kiskadee Investment Managers Limited) which is a wholly
owned subsidiary of the Group.
The Kiskadee Latitude Fund was launched in 2019 to give investors access to a more diverse portfolio of insurance and
reinsurance risks, with less focus on pure property catastrophe risk. The fund is managed by Hiscox Re Insurance Linked
Strategies Limited which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Group.
The Group determined that it does not control the Kiskadee Diversified Fund, the Kiskadee Select Fund and the Kiskadee
Latitude Fund. Hence they are not consolidated.
The Kiskadee Cadence Fund was launched in December 2019 to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns by investing primarily in
a worldwide reinsurance and retrocession portfolio and the Kiskadee Select Plus Fund was launched in January 2021 to achieve
attractive risk-adjusted returns that have low correlation to broader financial markets by investing primarily in a diversified,
worldwide property catastrophe reinsurance and retrocession portfolio, including a portion of non-catastrophe reinsurance.
These\u00a0funds are segregated accounts of Kiskadee ILS Fund SAC Ltd, which is managed by Hiscox Re Insurance Linked
Strategies Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Group. Following an inflow of capital from third-party investors during 2024,
resulting in\u00a0a dilution of the Group's exposure to variable returns from its involvement in the Kiskadee Cadence Fund, the
Group\u00a0has determined that this fund no longer meets the criteria for consolidation. The fund has been de-consolidated from
the\u00a0Group accordingly.
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, the Group recognised a financial asset at fair value of $58.3 million (2023: $35.4 million) in relation to
its investment in the unconsolidated funds (note 17). In assessing the maximum exposure to loss from its interest in the funds,
the\u00a0Group has determined it is no greater than the fair value recognised as at the end of the reporting period. The total size of the
unconsolidated funds was $694.7 million at 31\u00a0December 2024 (2023: $505 million). In addition to the return on the financial
asset, the Group also receives fee income through Hiscox Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited and Hiscox Insurance
Company (Bermuda) Limited, both wholly owned subsidiaries, under normal commercial terms.
The Group is exposed to credit risk associated with reinsurance recoveries on risks fronted for the SPIs. Note 3.3(d) discusses
how the Group manages credit risk associated with reinsurance assets. The operations of the funds and SPIs are financed
through the issuance of preference shares to external investors. The Group does not intend to provide any further financial
support to the funds or SPIs.
\"\"
(c) Investments in associates
Year ended 31 December
2024
2023
$m
$m
At beginning of year
0.8
5.6
Disposals during the year
\u2013
(5.2)
Distributions received
(0.3)
(0.3)
Net profit from investments from associates
0.3
0.3
Foreign exchange movements
\u2013
0.4
At end of year
0.8
0.8
The Group\u2019s interests in its principal associates, all of which are unlisted, were as follows:
Assets
Liabilities
Revenues
Profit after tax
% interest held at
31 December
$m
$m
$m
$m
2024
Associates incorporated in the UK
32%
3.0
2.1
5.9
0.1
Associates incorporated in Europe
26%
2.1
1.1
2.0
1.1
Total at the year ended 2024
5.1
3.2
7.9
1.2
2023
Associates incorporated in the UK
32%
2.8
2.1
5.3
0.1
Associates incorporated in Europe
26%
2.6
1.4
2.8
1.1
Total at the year ended 2023
5.4
3.5
8.1
1.2
The equity interests held by the Group in respect of associates do not have quoted market prices and are not traded regularly
in\u00a0any active recognised market. The associates concerned have no material impact on the results or assets of the Group.
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and as such are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
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13 Subsidiaries, associates and interests in other entities
This note provides details of the Syndicates and Special Purpose Insurers (SPI) managed by the Group, the acquisition and
disposal of subsidiaries and associates during the year and investments in associates.
(a) Subsidiaries
Hiscox Dedicated Corporate Member Limited (HDCM) underwrites as a corporate member of Lloyd\u2019s on the main Syndicates
managed by Hiscox Syndicates Limited (the main managed Syndicates numbered 33 and 3624).
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, HDCM owned 72.6% of Syndicate 33 ( 2023: 72.6%), and 100% of Syndicate 3624 (2023: 100%).
In\u00a0view of the several but not joint liability of underwriting members at Lloyd\u2019s for the transactions of Syndicates in which they
participate, the Group\u2019s attributable share of the transactions, assets and liabilities of these Syndicates has been included in
the\u00a0financial statements. The Group manages the underwriting of, but does not participate as a member of, Syndicate 6104
at\u00a0Lloyd\u2019s which provides reinsurance to Syndicate 33 on a normal commercial basis. Consequently, aside from the receipt
of\u00a0managing agency fees, defined profit commissions as appropriate and interest arising on effective assets included within
the\u00a0experience account, the Group has no share in the assets, liabilities or transactions of Syndicate 6104. The position and
performance of that Syndicate is therefore not included in the Group\u2019s financial statements.
(b) SPIs
The Kiskadee Diversified Fund and Kiskadee Select Fund were launched in 2014 to provide investment opportunities
to\u00a0institutional investors in property catastrophe reinsurance and insurance-linked strategies. The funds are managed by
Hiscox\u00a0Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited (formerly known as Kiskadee Investment Managers Limited) which is a wholly
owned subsidiary of the Group.
The Kiskadee Latitude Fund was launched in 2019 to give investors access to a more diverse portfolio of insurance and
reinsurance risks, with less focus on pure property catastrophe risk. The fund is managed by Hiscox Re Insurance Linked
Strategies Limited which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Group.
The Group determined that it does not control the Kiskadee Diversified Fund, the Kiskadee Select Fund and the Kiskadee
Latitude Fund. Hence they are not consolidated.
The Kiskadee Cadence Fund was launched in December 2019 to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns by investing primarily in
a worldwide reinsurance and retrocession portfolio and the Kiskadee Select Plus Fund was launched in January 2021 to achieve
attractive risk-adjusted returns that have low correlation to broader financial markets by investing primarily in a diversified,
worldwide property catastrophe reinsurance and retrocession portfolio, including a portion of non-catastrophe reinsurance.
These\u00a0funds are segregated accounts of Kiskadee ILS Fund SAC Ltd, which is managed by Hiscox Re Insurance Linked
Strategies Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Group. Following an inflow of capital from third-party investors during 2024,
resulting in\u00a0a dilution of the Group's exposure to variable returns from its involvement in the Kiskadee Cadence Fund, the
Group\u00a0has determined that this fund no longer meets the criteria for consolidation. The fund has been de-consolidated from
the\u00a0Group accordingly.
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, the Group recognised a financial asset at fair value of $58.3 million (2023: $35.4 million) in relation to
its investment in the unconsolidated funds (note 17). In assessing the maximum exposure to loss from its interest in the funds,
the\u00a0Group has determined it is no greater than the fair value recognised as at the end of the reporting period. The total size of the
unconsolidated funds was $694.7 million at 31\u00a0December 2024 (2023: $505 million). In addition to the return on the financial
asset, the Group also receives fee income through Hiscox Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited and Hiscox Insurance
Company (Bermuda) Limited, both wholly owned subsidiaries, under normal commercial terms.
The Group is exposed to credit risk associated with reinsurance recoveries on risks fronted for the SPIs. Note 3.3(d) discusses
how the Group manages credit risk associated with reinsurance assets. The operations of the funds and SPIs are financed
through the issuance of preference shares to external investors. The Group does not intend to provide any further financial
support to the funds or SPIs.
\"\"
(c) Investments in associates
Year ended 31 December
2024
2023
$m
$m
At beginning of year
0.8
5.6
Disposals during the year
\u2013
(5.2)
Distributions received
(0.3)
(0.3)
Net profit from investments from associates
0.3
0.3
Foreign exchange movements
\u2013
0.4
At end of year
0.8
0.8
The Group\u2019s interests in its principal associates, all of which are unlisted, were as follows:
Assets
Liabilities
Revenues
Profit after tax
% interest held at
31 December
$m
$m
$m
$m
2024
Associates incorporated in the UK
32%
3.0
2.1
5.9
0.1
Associates incorporated in Europe
26%
2.1
1.1
2.0
1.1
Total at the year ended 2024
5.1
3.2
7.9
1.2
2023
Associates incorporated in the UK
32%
2.8
2.1
5.3
0.1
Associates incorporated in Europe
26%
2.6
1.4
2.8
1.1
Total at the year ended 2023
5.4
3.5
8.1
1.2
The equity interests held by the Group in respect of associates do not have quoted market prices and are not traded regularly
in\u00a0any active recognised market. The associates concerned have no material impact on the results or assets of the Group.
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and as such are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
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13 Subsidiaries, associates and interests in other entities
This note provides details of the Syndicates and Special Purpose Insurers (SPI) managed by the Group, the acquisition and
disposal of subsidiaries and associates during the year and investments in associates.
(a) Subsidiaries
Hiscox Dedicated Corporate Member Limited (HDCM) underwrites as a corporate member of Lloyd\u2019s on the main Syndicates
managed by Hiscox Syndicates Limited (the main managed Syndicates numbered 33 and 3624).
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, HDCM owned 72.6% of Syndicate 33 ( 2023: 72.6%), and 100% of Syndicate 3624 (2023: 100%).
In\u00a0view of the several but not joint liability of underwriting members at Lloyd\u2019s for the transactions of Syndicates in which they
participate, the Group\u2019s attributable share of the transactions, assets and liabilities of these Syndicates has been included in
the\u00a0financial statements. The Group manages the underwriting of, but does not participate as a member of, Syndicate 6104
at\u00a0Lloyd\u2019s which provides reinsurance to Syndicate 33 on a normal commercial basis. Consequently, aside from the receipt
of\u00a0managing agency fees, defined profit commissions as appropriate and interest arising on effective assets included within
the\u00a0experience account, the Group has no share in the assets, liabilities or transactions of Syndicate 6104. The position and
performance of that Syndicate is therefore not included in the Group\u2019s financial statements.
(b) SPIs
The Kiskadee Diversified Fund and Kiskadee Select Fund were launched in 2014 to provide investment opportunities
to\u00a0institutional investors in property catastrophe reinsurance and insurance-linked strategies. The funds are managed by
Hiscox\u00a0Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited (formerly known as Kiskadee Investment Managers Limited) which is a wholly
owned subsidiary of the Group.
The Kiskadee Latitude Fund was launched in 2019 to give investors access to a more diverse portfolio of insurance and
reinsurance risks, with less focus on pure property catastrophe risk. The fund is managed by Hiscox Re Insurance Linked
Strategies Limited which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Group.
The Group determined that it does not control the Kiskadee Diversified Fund, the Kiskadee Select Fund and the Kiskadee
Latitude Fund. Hence they are not consolidated.
The Kiskadee Cadence Fund was launched in December 2019 to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns by investing primarily in
a worldwide reinsurance and retrocession portfolio and the Kiskadee Select Plus Fund was launched in January 2021 to achieve
attractive risk-adjusted returns that have low correlation to broader financial markets by investing primarily in a diversified,
worldwide property catastrophe reinsurance and retrocession portfolio, including a portion of non-catastrophe reinsurance.
These\u00a0funds are segregated accounts of Kiskadee ILS Fund SAC Ltd, which is managed by Hiscox Re Insurance Linked
Strategies Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Group. Following an inflow of capital from third-party investors during 2024,
resulting in\u00a0a dilution of the Group's exposure to variable returns from its involvement in the Kiskadee Cadence Fund, the
Group\u00a0has determined that this fund no longer meets the criteria for consolidation. The fund has been de-consolidated from
the\u00a0Group accordingly.
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, the Group recognised a financial asset at fair value of $58.3 million (2023: $35.4 million) in relation to
its investment in the unconsolidated funds (note 17). In assessing the maximum exposure to loss from its interest in the funds,
the\u00a0Group has determined it is no greater than the fair value recognised as at the end of the reporting period. The total size of the
unconsolidated funds was $694.7 million at 31\u00a0December 2024 (2023: $505 million). In addition to the return on the financial
asset, the Group also receives fee income through Hiscox Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited and Hiscox Insurance
Company (Bermuda) Limited, both wholly owned subsidiaries, under normal commercial terms.
The Group is exposed to credit risk associated with reinsurance recoveries on risks fronted for the SPIs. Note 3.3(d) discusses
how the Group manages credit risk associated with reinsurance assets. The operations of the funds and SPIs are financed
through the issuance of preference shares to external investors. The Group does not intend to provide any further financial
support to the funds or SPIs.
\"\"
(c) Investments in associates
Year ended 31 December
2024
2023
$m
$m
At beginning of year
0.8
5.6
Disposals during the year
\u2013
(5.2)
Distributions received
(0.3)
(0.3)
Net profit from investments from associates
0.3
0.3
Foreign exchange movements
\u2013
0.4
At end of year
0.8
0.8
The Group\u2019s interests in its principal associates, all of which are unlisted, were as follows:
Assets
Liabilities
Revenues
Profit after tax
% interest held at
31 December
$m
$m
$m
$m
2024
Associates incorporated in the UK
32%
3.0
2.1
5.9
0.1
Associates incorporated in Europe
26%
2.1
1.1
2.0
1.1
Total at the year ended 2024
5.1
3.2
7.9
1.2
2023
Associates incorporated in the UK
32%
2.8
2.1
5.3
0.1
Associates incorporated in Europe
26%
2.6
1.4
2.8
1.1
Total at the year ended 2023
5.4
3.5
8.1
1.2
The equity interests held by the Group in respect of associates do not have quoted market prices and are not traded regularly
in\u00a0any active recognised market. The associates concerned have no material impact on the results or assets of the Group.
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and as such are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
29 Principal subsidiary companies of Hiscox Ltd at 31 December 2024
Company
Nature of business
Country
Hiscox plc*
Holding company
United Kingdom
Hiscox Insurance Company Limited
General insurance
United Kingdom
Hiscox Insurance Company (Guernsey) Limited*
General insurance
Guernsey
Hiscox Holdings Inc.
Holding company
USA (Delaware)
ALTOHA, Inc.
Insurance holding company
USA (Delaware)
Hiscox Insurance Company Inc.
General insurance
USA (Illinois)
Hiscox Inc.
Insurance intermediary
USA (Delaware)
Hiscox Special Risks Agency (Americas) Inc.
Underwriting agency
USA (Delaware)
Hiscox Insurance Services Inc.
Insurance intermediary
USA (Delaware)
Hiscox Speciality Insurance Company Inc.
General insurance
USA (Illinois)
Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited*
General insurance and reinsurance
Bermuda
Hiscox Dedicated Corporate Member Limited
Lloyd\u2019s corporate Name
United Kingdom
Hiscox Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited*
Investment manager
Bermuda
Hiscox Agency Limited*
Lloyd\u2019s service company
Bermuda
Hiscox Dollar Holdings Ltd*
Inactive
Bermuda
Hiscox Services Ltd*
Service company
Bermuda
Hiscox Holdings Limited
Insurance holding company
United Kingdom
Hiscox Syndicates Limited
Lloyd\u2019s managing agent
United Kingdom
Hiscox ASM Ltd.
Insurance intermediary
United Kingdom
Hiscox Underwriting Group Services Limited
Service company
United Kingdom
Hiscox Underwriting Ltd
Underwriting agent
United Kingdom
Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme*
General insurance
Luxembourg
Hiscox Insurance Services (Guernsey) Limited
Underwriting agency
Guernsey
Hiscox MGA Limited
Insurance intermediary
United Kingdom
Hiscox Insurance Holdings Limited
Holding company
United Kingdom
Hiscox Connect Limited
Service company
United Kingdom
Hiscox Assure SAS
Insurance intermediary
France
Direct Asia Insurance (Holdings) Pte Ltd
Holding company
Singapore
Direct Asia Insurance (Singapore) Pte Ltd
General insurance
Singapore
Direct Asia Management Services Pte Ltd
Service company
Singapore
*Held directly by Hiscox Ltd.
All principal subsidiaries are wholly owned. The proportion of voting rights of subsidiaries held is the same as the proportion
of\u00a0equity shares held.
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13 Subsidiaries, associates and interests in other entities
This note provides details of the Syndicates and Special Purpose Insurers (SPI) managed by the Group, the acquisition and
disposal of subsidiaries and associates during the year and investments in associates.
(a) Subsidiaries
Hiscox Dedicated Corporate Member Limited (HDCM) underwrites as a corporate member of Lloyd\u2019s on the main Syndicates
managed by Hiscox Syndicates Limited (the main managed Syndicates numbered 33 and 3624).
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, HDCM owned 72.6% of Syndicate 33 ( 2023: 72.6%), and 100% of Syndicate 3624 (2023: 100%).
In\u00a0view of the several but not joint liability of underwriting members at Lloyd\u2019s for the transactions of Syndicates in which they
participate, the Group\u2019s attributable share of the transactions, assets and liabilities of these Syndicates has been included in
the\u00a0financial statements. The Group manages the underwriting of, but does not participate as a member of, Syndicate 6104
at\u00a0Lloyd\u2019s which provides reinsurance to Syndicate 33 on a normal commercial basis. Consequently, aside from the receipt
of\u00a0managing agency fees, defined profit commissions as appropriate and interest arising on effective assets included within
the\u00a0experience account, the Group has no share in the assets, liabilities or transactions of Syndicate 6104. The position and
performance of that Syndicate is therefore not included in the Group\u2019s financial statements.
(b) SPIs
The Kiskadee Diversified Fund and Kiskadee Select Fund were launched in 2014 to provide investment opportunities
to\u00a0institutional investors in property catastrophe reinsurance and insurance-linked strategies. The funds are managed by
Hiscox\u00a0Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited (formerly known as Kiskadee Investment Managers Limited) which is a wholly
owned subsidiary of the Group.
The Kiskadee Latitude Fund was launched in 2019 to give investors access to a more diverse portfolio of insurance and
reinsurance risks, with less focus on pure property catastrophe risk. The fund is managed by Hiscox Re Insurance Linked
Strategies Limited which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Group.
The Group determined that it does not control the Kiskadee Diversified Fund, the Kiskadee Select Fund and the Kiskadee
Latitude Fund. Hence they are not consolidated.
The Kiskadee Cadence Fund was launched in December 2019 to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns by investing primarily in
a worldwide reinsurance and retrocession portfolio and the Kiskadee Select Plus Fund was launched in January 2021 to achieve
attractive risk-adjusted returns that have low correlation to broader financial markets by investing primarily in a diversified,
worldwide property catastrophe reinsurance and retrocession portfolio, including a portion of non-catastrophe reinsurance.
These\u00a0funds are segregated accounts of Kiskadee ILS Fund SAC Ltd, which is managed by Hiscox Re Insurance Linked
Strategies Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Group. Following an inflow of capital from third-party investors during 2024,
resulting in\u00a0a dilution of the Group's exposure to variable returns from its involvement in the Kiskadee Cadence Fund, the
Group\u00a0has determined that this fund no longer meets the criteria for consolidation. The fund has been de-consolidated from
the\u00a0Group accordingly.
As at 31\u00a0December 2024, the Group recognised a financial asset at fair value of $58.3 million (2023: $35.4 million) in relation to
its investment in the unconsolidated funds (note 17). In assessing the maximum exposure to loss from its interest in the funds,
the\u00a0Group has determined it is no greater than the fair value recognised as at the end of the reporting period. The total size of the
unconsolidated funds was $694.7 million at 31\u00a0December 2024 (2023: $505 million). In addition to the return on the financial
asset, the Group also receives fee income through Hiscox Re Insurance Linked Strategies Limited and Hiscox Insurance
Company (Bermuda) Limited, both wholly owned subsidiaries, under normal commercial terms.
The Group is exposed to credit risk associated with reinsurance recoveries on risks fronted for the SPIs. Note 3.3(d) discusses
how the Group manages credit risk associated with reinsurance assets. The operations of the funds and SPIs are financed
through the issuance of preference shares to external investors. The Group does not intend to provide any further financial
support to the funds or SPIs.
\"\"
(c) Investments in associates
Year ended 31 December
2024
2023
$m
$m
At beginning of year
0.8
5.6
Disposals during the year
\u2013
(5.2)
Distributions received
(0.3)
(0.3)
Net profit from investments from associates
0.3
0.3
Foreign exchange movements
\u2013
0.4
At end of year
0.8
0.8
The Group\u2019s interests in its principal associates, all of which are unlisted, were as follows:
Assets
Liabilities
Revenues
Profit after tax
% interest held at
31 December
$m
$m
$m
$m
2024
Associates incorporated in the UK
32%
3.0
2.1
5.9
0.1
Associates incorporated in Europe
26%
2.1
1.1
2.0
1.1
Total at the year ended 2024
5.1
3.2
7.9
1.2
2023
Associates incorporated in the UK
32%
2.8
2.1
5.3
0.1
Associates incorporated in Europe
26%
2.6
1.4
2.8
1.1
Total at the year ended 2023
5.4
3.5
8.1
1.2
The equity interests held by the Group in respect of associates do not have quoted market prices and are not traded regularly
in\u00a0any active recognised market. The associates concerned have no material impact on the results or assets of the Group.
The assets are expected to be recovered or settled more than 12 months after the reporting date and as such are considered
to\u00a0be non-current.
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14 Financial assets and liabilities
Financial assets designated at fair value through profit or loss are measured at fair values, with all changes from one accounting
period to the next being recorded through the income statement.
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
17
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
17
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
17
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
Insurance-linked funds
17
58.3
35.4
Total financial assets carried at fair value\u00a0
7,077.6
6,574.4
The effective maturity of the debt and fixed income holdings due within and after one year is as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
1,392.3
1,541.0
After one year
5,268.6
4,737.9
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities, investment funds, private credit funds and insurance-linked securities do not have any maturity dates. The effective
maturity of all other financial assets is due within one year. An analysis of the credit risk and contractual maturity profiles of the
Group\u2019s financial instruments is given in notes 3.3(d) and 3.3(e).
Financial liabilities of the Group are:
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments
16
\u2013
0.3
Financial liabilities carried at fair value\u00a0
\u2013
0.3
Borrowings\u00a0
656.2
667.0
Accrued interest on borrowings
7.3
7.4
Financial liabilities carried at amortised cost\u00a0
663.5
674.4
Total financial liabilities
663.5
674.7
All of the financial liabilities carried at fair value are due within one year and all the borrowings are due after one year. Accrued
interest on long-term debt is due within one year.
\"\"
On 24 November 2015, the Group issued \u00a3275.0 million 6.125% fixed-to-floating rate callable subordinated notes due 2045,
with\u00a0a first call date of 2025.
The notes bear interest from, and including, 24 November 2015 at a fixed rate of 6.125% per annum annually in arrears starting
24\u00a0November 2016 up until the first call date in November 2025, and thereafter at a floating rate of interest equal to the sum of
compounded daily Sterling Overnight Index Average (SONIA), the reference rate adjustment of 0.1193% and a margin of 5.076%
payable quarterly in arrears on each floating interest payment date.
On 25 November 2015, the notes were admitted for trading on the London Stock Exchange\u2019s regulated market. The notes were
rated BBB- by S&P and Fitch.
On 22 September 2022, the Group issued \u00a3250.0 million 6% notes due September 2027. The notes will be redeemed on the
maturity date at their principal amount together with accrued interest.
The notes bear interest from, and including, 22 September 2022 at a fixed rate of 6% per annum annually in arrears starting
22\u00a0September 2022 until maturity on 22 September 2027. On 22 September 2022, the notes were admitted for trading on the
Luxembourg Stock Exchange\u2019s Euro MTF. The notes were rated BBB+ by S&P and Fitch.
The fair value of the borrowings is estimated at $672.0 million (2023:\u00a0$681.0 million). The fair value measurement is
classified\u00a0within Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy. The fair value is estimated by reference to the actively traded value on
the\u00a0stock exchanges.
The decrease in the carrying value of the borrowings and accrued interest during the year comprises the amortisation of the
difference between the net proceeds received and the redemption amounts of $0.7\u00a0million (2023: $0.7\u00a0million), the decrease in
accrued interest of $0.7\u00a0million (2023: $0.1 million), less exchange movements of $10.9\u00a0million (2023: plus exchange movements
of $37.9 million). The Group did not draw down any new borrowings (2023: $nil) or repay any short-term borrowings (2023: $nil)
during the year.
Note 9 includes details of the interest expense for the year included in finance costs.
Investments at 31\u00a0December are denominated in the following currencies at their fair value:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
US Dollars
4,998.4
4,517.3
Sterling
835.8
960.9
Euro and other currencies\u00a0
826.7
800.7
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
US Dollars
95.5
84.5
Sterling
80.6
84.3
Euro and other currencies
34.1
36.6
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
US Dollars
117.5
54.7
Sterling
16.5
\u2013
Euro and other currencies
14.2
\u2013
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
17 Fair value measurements
In accordance with IFRS 13 Fair Value Measurement, the fair value of financial instruments, based on a\u00a0three-level fair value
hierarchy that reflects the significance of the inputs used in measuring the fair value, is set out below.
As at 31 December 2024
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
Financial assets
Debt and fixed income holdings
1,127.5
5,523.4
10.0
6,660.9
Equities and investment funds
\u2013
179.3
30.9
210.2
Private credit funds
\u2013
\u2013
148.2
148.2
Insurance-linked funds
\u2013
\u2013
58.3
58.3
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
1,127.5
5,702.7
247.4
7,077.6
Financial liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
As at 31 December 2023
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
Financial assets
Debt and fixed income holdings
1,235.2
5,033.5
10.2
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
\u2013
175.4
30.0
205.4
Private credit funds
\u2013
\u2013
54.7
54.7
Insurance-linked funds
\u2013
\u2013
35.4
35.4
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
1,235.2
5,208.9
130.3
6,574.4
Financial liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
0.3
\u2013
0.3
Total
\u2013
0.3
\u2013
0.3
The levels of the fair value hierarchy are defined by the standard as follows:
\u2022 Level 1 \u2013 fair values measured using quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical instruments;
\u2022 Level 2 \u2013 fair values measured using directly or indirectly observable inputs or other similar valuation techniques for
which\u00a0all\u00a0significant inputs are based on market observable data;
\u2022 Level 3 \u2013 fair values measured using valuation techniques for which significant inputs are not based on market
observable\u00a0data.
The fair values of the Group\u2019s financial assets are typically based on prices from numerous independent pricing services. The
pricing services used by the investment manager obtain actual transaction prices for securities that have quoted prices in active
markets. For those securities which are not actively traded, the pricing services use common market valuation pricing models.
Observable inputs used in common market valuation pricing models include, but are not limited to, broker quotes, credit ratings,
interest rates and yield curves, prepayment speeds, default rates and other such inputs which are available from market sources.
Investments in mutual funds comprise a\u00a0portfolio of stock investments in trading entities which are invested in various quoted and
unquoted investments. The fair value of these investment funds is based on the net asset value of the fund as reported by
independent pricing sources or the fund manager.
Included within Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy are certain government bonds, treasury bills, corporate bonds having a quoted
price in active markets, and exchange-traded funds which are measured based on quoted prices in active markets.
The fair value of the borrowings carried at amortised cost is estimated at $672.0 million (2023:\u00a0$681.0 million) and is considered
as Level 1 in the fair value hierarchy.
\"\"
Level 2 of the hierarchy contains certain government bonds, US government agencies, corporate securities, asset-backed
securities, mortgage-backed securities and certain commingled funds. The fair value of these assets is based on the prices
obtained from independent pricing sources, investment managers and investment custodians as discussed above. The Group
records the unadjusted price provided and validates the price through a\u00a0number of methods including a\u00a0comparison of the prices
provided by the investment managers with the investment custodians and the valuation used by external parties to derive fair
value. Quoted prices for US government agencies and corporate securities are based on a\u00a0limited number of transactions for
those securities and as such\u00a0the\u00a0Group considers these instruments to have similar characteristics to those instruments classified
as Level 2. Also included within Level 2 are units held in collective investment vehicles investing in traditional and alternative
investment strategies\u00a0and over-the-counter derivatives.
Level 3 contains investments in limited partnerships, unquoted equity securities, private credit funds and insurance-linked funds
which have limited observable inputs on which to measure fair value. Unquoted equities, including equity instruments in limited
partnerships, are carried at fair value. Fair value is determined to be net asset value for the limited partnerships, and for the equity
holdings it is determined to be the latest available traded price. The effect of changing one or more inputs used in the
measurement of fair value of these instruments to another reasonably possible assumption would not be significant.
Private credit funds comprise holdings in funds which, in turn, hold debt investments in private companies that are not quoted
on\u00a0an active market. The fair value of the private credit funds is determined based on the net asset values reported by the
investment managers. The underlying loan values, on which the investments are based, are valued by the investment managers
using a discounted cash flow model. The inputs to the valuation are cash flows, risk-free rate and a credit spread. The cash flow
projections are determined by the loan terms and the risk-free rate is the overnight rate for the issuing currency; these are all
observable inputs. The credit spread applied is based on synthetic rating analysis, whereby an equivalent corporate bond rating
is\u00a0assigned to a private loan based on structural analysis of the issuer's statement of financial position and performance since
investment. This is an unobservable input but is not deemed to be significant. Given the Group\u2019s knowledge of the underlying
investments and the size of the Group\u2019s investment therein, the Group would not anticipate any material variance between the
statements and the final net asset values reported by the investment managers.
At 31\u00a0December 2024, the insurance-linked funds of $58.3\u00a0million represent the Group\u2019s investment in the unconsolidated
Kiskadee funds (2023:\u00a0$35.4\u00a0million) as described in note 14.
The fair value of the Kiskadee funds is estimated to be the net asset value as at the end of the reporting period. The net asset
value is based on the fair value of the assets and liabilities in the fund. The majority of the assets of the funds are cash and cash
equivalents. Significant inputs and assumptions in calculating the fair value of the assets and liabilities associated with reinsurance
contracts written by the Kiskadee funds include the amount and timing of claims payable in respect of claims incurred and
periods of unexpired risk. The Group has considered changes in the net asset valuation of the Kiskadee funds if reasonably
different inputs and assumptions were used and has found that a 12% change to the fair value of the liabilities would
increase\u00a0or\u00a0decrease the fair value of funds by $2.2\u00a0million.
In certain cases, the inputs used to measure the fair value of a\u00a0financial instrument may fall into more than one level within
the\u00a0fair\u00a0value hierarchy. In this instance, the fair value of the instrument in its entirety is classified based on the lowest level
of\u00a0input\u00a0that is significant to the fair value measurement.
The Group\u2019s policy is to recognise transfers into and transfers out of fair value hierarchy levels at the end of the
relevant\u00a0reporting\u00a0period during which the transfers are deemed to have occurred. During the year, investments of $nil
(2023:\u00a0$26.0 million) were transferred from Level 2 to Level 3 due to insufficient observable data being available, as a
result\u00a0of\u00a0reduced trading volumes.
\"\"
The table below sets forth a\u00a0reconciliation of opening and closing balances for financial instruments classified under Level 3 of the
fair value hierarchy:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Balance At 1 January
130.3
139.7
Fair value losses through profit or loss
(4.5)
(11.5)
Foreign exchange (losses)/gains
(0.8)
4.8
Purchases
136.6
\u2013
Settlements
(14.2)
(28.7)
Transfers
\u2013
26.0
Closing balance
247.4
130.3
Net unrealised (losses)/gains in the period on securities held at the end of the period
(4.0)
3.5
The closing balance at year end comprised $10.0 million debt and fixed income holdings (2023: $10.2 million), $30.9 million
equities and investment funds (2023: $30.0 million), $148.2 million private credit funds (2023: $54.7 million) and $58.3 million
insurance-linked funds (2023: $35.4 million).
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14 Financial assets and liabilities
Financial assets designated at fair value through profit or loss are measured at fair values, with all changes from one accounting
period to the next being recorded through the income statement.
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
17
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
17
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
17
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
Insurance-linked funds
17
58.3
35.4
Total financial assets carried at fair value\u00a0
7,077.6
6,574.4
The effective maturity of the debt and fixed income holdings due within and after one year is as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
1,392.3
1,541.0
After one year
5,268.6
4,737.9
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities, investment funds, private credit funds and insurance-linked securities do not have any maturity dates. The effective
maturity of all other financial assets is due within one year. An analysis of the credit risk and contractual maturity profiles of the
Group\u2019s financial instruments is given in notes 3.3(d) and 3.3(e).
Financial liabilities of the Group are:
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments
16
\u2013
0.3
Financial liabilities carried at fair value\u00a0
\u2013
0.3
Borrowings\u00a0
656.2
667.0
Accrued interest on borrowings
7.3
7.4
Financial liabilities carried at amortised cost\u00a0
663.5
674.4
Total financial liabilities
663.5
674.7
All of the financial liabilities carried at fair value are due within one year and all the borrowings are due after one year. Accrued
interest on long-term debt is due within one year.
\"\"
On 24 November 2015, the Group issued \u00a3275.0 million 6.125% fixed-to-floating rate callable subordinated notes due 2045,
with\u00a0a first call date of 2025.
The notes bear interest from, and including, 24 November 2015 at a fixed rate of 6.125% per annum annually in arrears starting
24\u00a0November 2016 up until the first call date in November 2025, and thereafter at a floating rate of interest equal to the sum of
compounded daily Sterling Overnight Index Average (SONIA), the reference rate adjustment of 0.1193% and a margin of 5.076%
payable quarterly in arrears on each floating interest payment date.
On 25 November 2015, the notes were admitted for trading on the London Stock Exchange\u2019s regulated market. The notes were
rated BBB- by S&P and Fitch.
On 22 September 2022, the Group issued \u00a3250.0 million 6% notes due September 2027. The notes will be redeemed on the
maturity date at their principal amount together with accrued interest.
The notes bear interest from, and including, 22 September 2022 at a fixed rate of 6% per annum annually in arrears starting
22\u00a0September 2022 until maturity on 22 September 2027. On 22 September 2022, the notes were admitted for trading on the
Luxembourg Stock Exchange\u2019s Euro MTF. The notes were rated BBB+ by S&P and Fitch.
The fair value of the borrowings is estimated at $672.0 million (2023:\u00a0$681.0 million). The fair value measurement is
classified\u00a0within Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy. The fair value is estimated by reference to the actively traded value on
the\u00a0stock exchanges.
The decrease in the carrying value of the borrowings and accrued interest during the year comprises the amortisation of the
difference between the net proceeds received and the redemption amounts of $0.7\u00a0million (2023: $0.7\u00a0million), the decrease in
accrued interest of $0.7\u00a0million (2023: $0.1 million), less exchange movements of $10.9\u00a0million (2023: plus exchange movements
of $37.9 million). The Group did not draw down any new borrowings (2023: $nil) or repay any short-term borrowings (2023: $nil)
during the year.
Note 9 includes details of the interest expense for the year included in finance costs.
Investments at 31\u00a0December are denominated in the following currencies at their fair value:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
US Dollars
4,998.4
4,517.3
Sterling
835.8
960.9
Euro and other currencies\u00a0
826.7
800.7
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
US Dollars
95.5
84.5
Sterling
80.6
84.3
Euro and other currencies
34.1
36.6
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
US Dollars
117.5
54.7
Sterling
16.5
\u2013
Euro and other currencies
14.2
\u2013
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
16 Derivative financial instruments
The Group entered into both exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative contracts for a number of purposes during 2024.
The Group had the right and intention to settle each contract on a net basis. The assets and liabilities of these contracts at
31\u00a0December 2024 all mature within one year of the end of the reporting period and are detailed below:
31 December 2024
Gross contract
notional amount
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments included on statement of financial position
Foreign exchange forward contracts
200.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Interest rate futures contracts
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
The foreign exchange forward contracts are represented by gross fair value of assets and liabilities as detailed below:
31 December 2024
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
Gross fair value of assets
\u2013
3.5
3.5
Gross fair value of liabilities
\u2013
(3.5)
(3.5)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
31 December 2023
Gross contract
notional amount
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments included on statement of financial position
Foreign exchange forward contracts
5.5
\u2013
(0.1)
(0.1)
Interest rate futures contracts
16.9
\u2013
(0.2)
(0.2)
\u2013
(0.3)
(0.3)
The foreign exchange forward contracts are represented by gross fair value of assets and liabilities as detailed below:
31 December 2023
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
Gross fair value of assets
\u2013
4.7
4.7
Gross fair value of liabilities
\u2013
(4.8)
(4.8)
\u2013
(0.1)
(0.1)
Foreign exchange forward contracts
During the current and prior year, the Group entered into a series of conventional over-the-counter forward contracts in order to
secure translation gains made on Euro, US Dollar and other non-Sterling denominated monetary assets. The contracts require
the Group to forward sell a fixed amount of the relevant currency for Sterling at pre-agreed future exchange rates. The Group
made a gain of $0.5 million on the forward contracts during the year ( 2023: loss of $0.1 million).
Interest rate futures contracts
To hedge the interest rate risk the Group is exposed to, it sold a number of government bond futures denominated in a range
of\u00a0currencies. All are exchange traded and the Group made a loss on these futures contracts of $0.1 million (2023: gain of
$1.1\u00a0million) as included in the investment result in note 7.
21 Trade and other payables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Social security and other taxes payable
13.5
12.6
Lease liabilities
79.5
79.8
Accruals and other creditors\u00a0
249.9
270.1
Total
342.9
362.5
The amounts expected to be settled before and after one year are estimated as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
270.8
284.9
After one year
72.1
77.6
Total
342.9
362.5
The carrying amounts disclosed above are reasonably approximate to the fair value at the reporting date.
The Group acts as both lessee and lessor in relation to various offices in the UK and overseas, which are held under
non-cancellable lease agreements. The leases have varying terms, escalation clauses and renewal terms.
Extension and termination options were taken into account on recognition of the lease liability if the Group was reasonably
certain\u00a0that these options would be exercised in the future. As a general rule, the Group recognises non-lease components,
such\u00a0as services, separately to lease payments.
Maturity analysis \u2013 contractual undiscounted cash flows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
12.7
16.4
Later than one year and not later than five years
44.0
43.2
Later than five years
29.9
36.4
Total undiscounted lease liabilities
86.6
96.0
Income from subleasing
Hiscox acts as a lessor and sublets excess capacity of its office space to third parties.
The total future aggregate minimum lease rentals receivable by the Group as lessor under non-cancellable operating property
leases are as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
2.2
2.2
Later than one year and not later than five years
1.0
1.0
3.2
3.2
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14 Financial assets and liabilities
Financial assets designated at fair value through profit or loss are measured at fair values, with all changes from one accounting
period to the next being recorded through the income statement.
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
17
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
17
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
17
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
Insurance-linked funds
17
58.3
35.4
Total financial assets carried at fair value\u00a0
7,077.6
6,574.4
The effective maturity of the debt and fixed income holdings due within and after one year is as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
1,392.3
1,541.0
After one year
5,268.6
4,737.9
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities, investment funds, private credit funds and insurance-linked securities do not have any maturity dates. The effective
maturity of all other financial assets is due within one year. An analysis of the credit risk and contractual maturity profiles of the
Group\u2019s financial instruments is given in notes 3.3(d) and 3.3(e).
Financial liabilities of the Group are:
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments
16
\u2013
0.3
Financial liabilities carried at fair value\u00a0
\u2013
0.3
Borrowings\u00a0
656.2
667.0
Accrued interest on borrowings
7.3
7.4
Financial liabilities carried at amortised cost\u00a0
663.5
674.4
Total financial liabilities
663.5
674.7
All of the financial liabilities carried at fair value are due within one year and all the borrowings are due after one year. Accrued
interest on long-term debt is due within one year.
\"\"
On 24 November 2015, the Group issued \u00a3275.0 million 6.125% fixed-to-floating rate callable subordinated notes due 2045,
with\u00a0a first call date of 2025.
The notes bear interest from, and including, 24 November 2015 at a fixed rate of 6.125% per annum annually in arrears starting
24\u00a0November 2016 up until the first call date in November 2025, and thereafter at a floating rate of interest equal to the sum of
compounded daily Sterling Overnight Index Average (SONIA), the reference rate adjustment of 0.1193% and a margin of 5.076%
payable quarterly in arrears on each floating interest payment date.
On 25 November 2015, the notes were admitted for trading on the London Stock Exchange\u2019s regulated market. The notes were
rated BBB- by S&P and Fitch.
On 22 September 2022, the Group issued \u00a3250.0 million 6% notes due September 2027. The notes will be redeemed on the
maturity date at their principal amount together with accrued interest.
The notes bear interest from, and including, 22 September 2022 at a fixed rate of 6% per annum annually in arrears starting
22\u00a0September 2022 until maturity on 22 September 2027. On 22 September 2022, the notes were admitted for trading on the
Luxembourg Stock Exchange\u2019s Euro MTF. The notes were rated BBB+ by S&P and Fitch.
The fair value of the borrowings is estimated at $672.0 million (2023:\u00a0$681.0 million). The fair value measurement is
classified\u00a0within Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy. The fair value is estimated by reference to the actively traded value on
the\u00a0stock exchanges.
The decrease in the carrying value of the borrowings and accrued interest during the year comprises the amortisation of the
difference between the net proceeds received and the redemption amounts of $0.7\u00a0million (2023: $0.7\u00a0million), the decrease in
accrued interest of $0.7\u00a0million (2023: $0.1 million), less exchange movements of $10.9\u00a0million (2023: plus exchange movements
of $37.9 million). The Group did not draw down any new borrowings (2023: $nil) or repay any short-term borrowings (2023: $nil)
during the year.
Note 9 includes details of the interest expense for the year included in finance costs.
Investments at 31\u00a0December are denominated in the following currencies at their fair value:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
US Dollars
4,998.4
4,517.3
Sterling
835.8
960.9
Euro and other currencies\u00a0
826.7
800.7
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
US Dollars
95.5
84.5
Sterling
80.6
84.3
Euro and other currencies
34.1
36.6
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
US Dollars
117.5
54.7
Sterling
16.5
\u2013
Euro and other currencies
14.2
\u2013
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
16 Derivative financial instruments
The Group entered into both exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative contracts for a number of purposes during 2024.
The Group had the right and intention to settle each contract on a net basis. The assets and liabilities of these contracts at
31\u00a0December 2024 all mature within one year of the end of the reporting period and are detailed below:
31 December 2024
Gross contract
notional amount
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments included on statement of financial position
Foreign exchange forward contracts
200.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Interest rate futures contracts
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
The foreign exchange forward contracts are represented by gross fair value of assets and liabilities as detailed below:
31 December 2024
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
Gross fair value of assets
\u2013
3.5
3.5
Gross fair value of liabilities
\u2013
(3.5)
(3.5)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
31 December 2023
Gross contract
notional amount
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments included on statement of financial position
Foreign exchange forward contracts
5.5
\u2013
(0.1)
(0.1)
Interest rate futures contracts
16.9
\u2013
(0.2)
(0.2)
\u2013
(0.3)
(0.3)
The foreign exchange forward contracts are represented by gross fair value of assets and liabilities as detailed below:
31 December 2023
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
Gross fair value of assets
\u2013
4.7
4.7
Gross fair value of liabilities
\u2013
(4.8)
(4.8)
\u2013
(0.1)
(0.1)
Foreign exchange forward contracts
During the current and prior year, the Group entered into a series of conventional over-the-counter forward contracts in order to
secure translation gains made on Euro, US Dollar and other non-Sterling denominated monetary assets. The contracts require
the Group to forward sell a fixed amount of the relevant currency for Sterling at pre-agreed future exchange rates. The Group
made a gain of $0.5 million on the forward contracts during the year ( 2023: loss of $0.1 million).
Interest rate futures contracts
To hedge the interest rate risk the Group is exposed to, it sold a number of government bond futures denominated in a range
of\u00a0currencies. All are exchange traded and the Group made a loss on these futures contracts of $0.1 million (2023: gain of
$1.1\u00a0million) as included in the investment result in note 7.
17 Fair value measurements
In accordance with IFRS 13 Fair Value Measurement, the fair value of financial instruments, based on a\u00a0three-level fair value
hierarchy that reflects the significance of the inputs used in measuring the fair value, is set out below.
As at 31 December 2024
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
Financial assets
Debt and fixed income holdings
1,127.5
5,523.4
10.0
6,660.9
Equities and investment funds
\u2013
179.3
30.9
210.2
Private credit funds
\u2013
\u2013
148.2
148.2
Insurance-linked funds
\u2013
\u2013
58.3
58.3
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
1,127.5
5,702.7
247.4
7,077.6
Financial liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
As at 31 December 2023
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
Financial assets
Debt and fixed income holdings
1,235.2
5,033.5
10.2
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
\u2013
175.4
30.0
205.4
Private credit funds
\u2013
\u2013
54.7
54.7
Insurance-linked funds
\u2013
\u2013
35.4
35.4
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
1,235.2
5,208.9
130.3
6,574.4
Financial liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
0.3
\u2013
0.3
Total
\u2013
0.3
\u2013
0.3
The levels of the fair value hierarchy are defined by the standard as follows:
\u2022 Level 1 \u2013 fair values measured using quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical instruments;
\u2022 Level 2 \u2013 fair values measured using directly or indirectly observable inputs or other similar valuation techniques for
which\u00a0all\u00a0significant inputs are based on market observable data;
\u2022 Level 3 \u2013 fair values measured using valuation techniques for which significant inputs are not based on market
observable\u00a0data.
The fair values of the Group\u2019s financial assets are typically based on prices from numerous independent pricing services. The
pricing services used by the investment manager obtain actual transaction prices for securities that have quoted prices in active
markets. For those securities which are not actively traded, the pricing services use common market valuation pricing models.
Observable inputs used in common market valuation pricing models include, but are not limited to, broker quotes, credit ratings,
interest rates and yield curves, prepayment speeds, default rates and other such inputs which are available from market sources.
Investments in mutual funds comprise a\u00a0portfolio of stock investments in trading entities which are invested in various quoted and
unquoted investments. The fair value of these investment funds is based on the net asset value of the fund as reported by
independent pricing sources or the fund manager.
Included within Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy are certain government bonds, treasury bills, corporate bonds having a quoted
price in active markets, and exchange-traded funds which are measured based on quoted prices in active markets.
The fair value of the borrowings carried at amortised cost is estimated at $672.0 million (2023:\u00a0$681.0 million) and is considered
as Level 1 in the fair value hierarchy.
\"\"
Level 2 of the hierarchy contains certain government bonds, US government agencies, corporate securities, asset-backed
securities, mortgage-backed securities and certain commingled funds. The fair value of these assets is based on the prices
obtained from independent pricing sources, investment managers and investment custodians as discussed above. The Group
records the unadjusted price provided and validates the price through a\u00a0number of methods including a\u00a0comparison of the prices
provided by the investment managers with the investment custodians and the valuation used by external parties to derive fair
value. Quoted prices for US government agencies and corporate securities are based on a\u00a0limited number of transactions for
those securities and as such\u00a0the\u00a0Group considers these instruments to have similar characteristics to those instruments classified
as Level 2. Also included within Level 2 are units held in collective investment vehicles investing in traditional and alternative
investment strategies\u00a0and over-the-counter derivatives.
Level 3 contains investments in limited partnerships, unquoted equity securities, private credit funds and insurance-linked funds
which have limited observable inputs on which to measure fair value. Unquoted equities, including equity instruments in limited
partnerships, are carried at fair value. Fair value is determined to be net asset value for the limited partnerships, and for the equity
holdings it is determined to be the latest available traded price. The effect of changing one or more inputs used in the
measurement of fair value of these instruments to another reasonably possible assumption would not be significant.
Private credit funds comprise holdings in funds which, in turn, hold debt investments in private companies that are not quoted
on\u00a0an active market. The fair value of the private credit funds is determined based on the net asset values reported by the
investment managers. The underlying loan values, on which the investments are based, are valued by the investment managers
using a discounted cash flow model. The inputs to the valuation are cash flows, risk-free rate and a credit spread. The cash flow
projections are determined by the loan terms and the risk-free rate is the overnight rate for the issuing currency; these are all
observable inputs. The credit spread applied is based on synthetic rating analysis, whereby an equivalent corporate bond rating
is\u00a0assigned to a private loan based on structural analysis of the issuer's statement of financial position and performance since
investment. This is an unobservable input but is not deemed to be significant. Given the Group\u2019s knowledge of the underlying
investments and the size of the Group\u2019s investment therein, the Group would not anticipate any material variance between the
statements and the final net asset values reported by the investment managers.
At 31\u00a0December 2024, the insurance-linked funds of $58.3\u00a0million represent the Group\u2019s investment in the unconsolidated
Kiskadee funds (2023:\u00a0$35.4\u00a0million) as described in note 14.
The fair value of the Kiskadee funds is estimated to be the net asset value as at the end of the reporting period. The net asset
value is based on the fair value of the assets and liabilities in the fund. The majority of the assets of the funds are cash and cash
equivalents. Significant inputs and assumptions in calculating the fair value of the assets and liabilities associated with reinsurance
contracts written by the Kiskadee funds include the amount and timing of claims payable in respect of claims incurred and
periods of unexpired risk. The Group has considered changes in the net asset valuation of the Kiskadee funds if reasonably
different inputs and assumptions were used and has found that a 12% change to the fair value of the liabilities would
increase\u00a0or\u00a0decrease the fair value of funds by $2.2\u00a0million.
In certain cases, the inputs used to measure the fair value of a\u00a0financial instrument may fall into more than one level within
the\u00a0fair\u00a0value hierarchy. In this instance, the fair value of the instrument in its entirety is classified based on the lowest level
of\u00a0input\u00a0that is significant to the fair value measurement.
The Group\u2019s policy is to recognise transfers into and transfers out of fair value hierarchy levels at the end of the
relevant\u00a0reporting\u00a0period during which the transfers are deemed to have occurred. During the year, investments of $nil
(2023:\u00a0$26.0 million) were transferred from Level 2 to Level 3 due to insufficient observable data being available, as a
result\u00a0of\u00a0reduced trading volumes.
\"\"
The table below sets forth a\u00a0reconciliation of opening and closing balances for financial instruments classified under Level 3 of the
fair value hierarchy:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Balance At 1 January
130.3
139.7
Fair value losses through profit or loss
(4.5)
(11.5)
Foreign exchange (losses)/gains
(0.8)
4.8
Purchases
136.6
\u2013
Settlements
(14.2)
(28.7)
Transfers
\u2013
26.0
Closing balance
247.4
130.3
Net unrealised (losses)/gains in the period on securities held at the end of the period
(4.0)
3.5
The closing balance at year end comprised $10.0 million debt and fixed income holdings (2023: $10.2 million), $30.9 million
equities and investment funds (2023: $30.0 million), $148.2 million private credit funds (2023: $54.7 million) and $58.3 million
insurance-linked funds (2023: $35.4 million).
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14 Financial assets and liabilities
Financial assets designated at fair value through profit or loss are measured at fair values, with all changes from one accounting
period to the next being recorded through the income statement.
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
17
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
17
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
17
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
Insurance-linked funds
17
58.3
35.4
Total financial assets carried at fair value\u00a0
7,077.6
6,574.4
The effective maturity of the debt and fixed income holdings due within and after one year is as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
1,392.3
1,541.0
After one year
5,268.6
4,737.9
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities, investment funds, private credit funds and insurance-linked securities do not have any maturity dates. The effective
maturity of all other financial assets is due within one year. An analysis of the credit risk and contractual maturity profiles of the
Group\u2019s financial instruments is given in notes 3.3(d) and 3.3(e).
Financial liabilities of the Group are:
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments
16
\u2013
0.3
Financial liabilities carried at fair value\u00a0
\u2013
0.3
Borrowings\u00a0
656.2
667.0
Accrued interest on borrowings
7.3
7.4
Financial liabilities carried at amortised cost\u00a0
663.5
674.4
Total financial liabilities
663.5
674.7
All of the financial liabilities carried at fair value are due within one year and all the borrowings are due after one year. Accrued
interest on long-term debt is due within one year.
\"\"
On 24 November 2015, the Group issued \u00a3275.0 million 6.125% fixed-to-floating rate callable subordinated notes due 2045,
with\u00a0a first call date of 2025.
The notes bear interest from, and including, 24 November 2015 at a fixed rate of 6.125% per annum annually in arrears starting
24\u00a0November 2016 up until the first call date in November 2025, and thereafter at a floating rate of interest equal to the sum of
compounded daily Sterling Overnight Index Average (SONIA), the reference rate adjustment of 0.1193% and a margin of 5.076%
payable quarterly in arrears on each floating interest payment date.
On 25 November 2015, the notes were admitted for trading on the London Stock Exchange\u2019s regulated market. The notes were
rated BBB- by S&P and Fitch.
On 22 September 2022, the Group issued \u00a3250.0 million 6% notes due September 2027. The notes will be redeemed on the
maturity date at their principal amount together with accrued interest.
The notes bear interest from, and including, 22 September 2022 at a fixed rate of 6% per annum annually in arrears starting
22\u00a0September 2022 until maturity on 22 September 2027. On 22 September 2022, the notes were admitted for trading on the
Luxembourg Stock Exchange\u2019s Euro MTF. The notes were rated BBB+ by S&P and Fitch.
The fair value of the borrowings is estimated at $672.0 million (2023:\u00a0$681.0 million). The fair value measurement is
classified\u00a0within Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy. The fair value is estimated by reference to the actively traded value on
the\u00a0stock exchanges.
The decrease in the carrying value of the borrowings and accrued interest during the year comprises the amortisation of the
difference between the net proceeds received and the redemption amounts of $0.7\u00a0million (2023: $0.7\u00a0million), the decrease in
accrued interest of $0.7\u00a0million (2023: $0.1 million), less exchange movements of $10.9\u00a0million (2023: plus exchange movements
of $37.9 million). The Group did not draw down any new borrowings (2023: $nil) or repay any short-term borrowings (2023: $nil)
during the year.
Note 9 includes details of the interest expense for the year included in finance costs.
Investments at 31\u00a0December are denominated in the following currencies at their fair value:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
US Dollars
4,998.4
4,517.3
Sterling
835.8
960.9
Euro and other currencies\u00a0
826.7
800.7
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
US Dollars
95.5
84.5
Sterling
80.6
84.3
Euro and other currencies
34.1
36.6
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
US Dollars
117.5
54.7
Sterling
16.5
\u2013
Euro and other currencies
14.2
\u2013
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
15 Trade and other receivables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Prepayments and accrued income
37.3
31.3
Trade and other receivables:
Accrued interest
68.0
55.5
Other debtors including related party amounts
143.7
119.7
Total trade and other receivables
249.0
206.5
The amount expected to be recovered before and after one year are estimated as follows:
Within one year
233.2
188.2
After one year
15.8
18.3
249.0
206.5
16 Derivative financial instruments
The Group entered into both exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative contracts for a number of purposes during 2024.
The Group had the right and intention to settle each contract on a net basis. The assets and liabilities of these contracts at
31\u00a0December 2024 all mature within one year of the end of the reporting period and are detailed below:
31 December 2024
Gross contract
notional amount
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments included on statement of financial position
Foreign exchange forward contracts
200.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Interest rate futures contracts
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
The foreign exchange forward contracts are represented by gross fair value of assets and liabilities as detailed below:
31 December 2024
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
Gross fair value of assets
\u2013
3.5
3.5
Gross fair value of liabilities
\u2013
(3.5)
(3.5)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
31 December 2023
Gross contract
notional amount
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments included on statement of financial position
Foreign exchange forward contracts
5.5
\u2013
(0.1)
(0.1)
Interest rate futures contracts
16.9
\u2013
(0.2)
(0.2)
\u2013
(0.3)
(0.3)
The foreign exchange forward contracts are represented by gross fair value of assets and liabilities as detailed below:
31 December 2023
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
Gross fair value of assets
\u2013
4.7
4.7
Gross fair value of liabilities
\u2013
(4.8)
(4.8)
\u2013
(0.1)
(0.1)
Foreign exchange forward contracts
During the current and prior year, the Group entered into a series of conventional over-the-counter forward contracts in order to
secure translation gains made on Euro, US Dollar and other non-Sterling denominated monetary assets. The contracts require
the Group to forward sell a fixed amount of the relevant currency for Sterling at pre-agreed future exchange rates. The Group
made a gain of $0.5 million on the forward contracts during the year ( 2023: loss of $0.1 million).
Interest rate futures contracts
To hedge the interest rate risk the Group is exposed to, it sold a number of government bond futures denominated in a range
of\u00a0currencies. All are exchange traded and the Group made a loss on these futures contracts of $0.1 million (2023: gain of
$1.1\u00a0million) as included in the investment result in note 7.
17 Fair value measurements
In accordance with IFRS 13 Fair Value Measurement, the fair value of financial instruments, based on a\u00a0three-level fair value
hierarchy that reflects the significance of the inputs used in measuring the fair value, is set out below.
As at 31 December 2024
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
Financial assets
Debt and fixed income holdings
1,127.5
5,523.4
10.0
6,660.9
Equities and investment funds
\u2013
179.3
30.9
210.2
Private credit funds
\u2013
\u2013
148.2
148.2
Insurance-linked funds
\u2013
\u2013
58.3
58.3
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
1,127.5
5,702.7
247.4
7,077.6
Financial liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
As at 31 December 2023
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
Financial assets
Debt and fixed income holdings
1,235.2
5,033.5
10.2
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
\u2013
175.4
30.0
205.4
Private credit funds
\u2013
\u2013
54.7
54.7
Insurance-linked funds
\u2013
\u2013
35.4
35.4
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
1,235.2
5,208.9
130.3
6,574.4
Financial liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
0.3
\u2013
0.3
Total
\u2013
0.3
\u2013
0.3
The levels of the fair value hierarchy are defined by the standard as follows:
\u2022 Level 1 \u2013 fair values measured using quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical instruments;
\u2022 Level 2 \u2013 fair values measured using directly or indirectly observable inputs or other similar valuation techniques for
which\u00a0all\u00a0significant inputs are based on market observable data;
\u2022 Level 3 \u2013 fair values measured using valuation techniques for which significant inputs are not based on market
observable\u00a0data.
The fair values of the Group\u2019s financial assets are typically based on prices from numerous independent pricing services. The
pricing services used by the investment manager obtain actual transaction prices for securities that have quoted prices in active
markets. For those securities which are not actively traded, the pricing services use common market valuation pricing models.
Observable inputs used in common market valuation pricing models include, but are not limited to, broker quotes, credit ratings,
interest rates and yield curves, prepayment speeds, default rates and other such inputs which are available from market sources.
Investments in mutual funds comprise a\u00a0portfolio of stock investments in trading entities which are invested in various quoted and
unquoted investments. The fair value of these investment funds is based on the net asset value of the fund as reported by
independent pricing sources or the fund manager.
Included within Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy are certain government bonds, treasury bills, corporate bonds having a quoted
price in active markets, and exchange-traded funds which are measured based on quoted prices in active markets.
The fair value of the borrowings carried at amortised cost is estimated at $672.0 million (2023:\u00a0$681.0 million) and is considered
as Level 1 in the fair value hierarchy.
\"\"
Level 2 of the hierarchy contains certain government bonds, US government agencies, corporate securities, asset-backed
securities, mortgage-backed securities and certain commingled funds. The fair value of these assets is based on the prices
obtained from independent pricing sources, investment managers and investment custodians as discussed above. The Group
records the unadjusted price provided and validates the price through a\u00a0number of methods including a\u00a0comparison of the prices
provided by the investment managers with the investment custodians and the valuation used by external parties to derive fair
value. Quoted prices for US government agencies and corporate securities are based on a\u00a0limited number of transactions for
those securities and as such\u00a0the\u00a0Group considers these instruments to have similar characteristics to those instruments classified
as Level 2. Also included within Level 2 are units held in collective investment vehicles investing in traditional and alternative
investment strategies\u00a0and over-the-counter derivatives.
Level 3 contains investments in limited partnerships, unquoted equity securities, private credit funds and insurance-linked funds
which have limited observable inputs on which to measure fair value. Unquoted equities, including equity instruments in limited
partnerships, are carried at fair value. Fair value is determined to be net asset value for the limited partnerships, and for the equity
holdings it is determined to be the latest available traded price. The effect of changing one or more inputs used in the
measurement of fair value of these instruments to another reasonably possible assumption would not be significant.
Private credit funds comprise holdings in funds which, in turn, hold debt investments in private companies that are not quoted
on\u00a0an active market. The fair value of the private credit funds is determined based on the net asset values reported by the
investment managers. The underlying loan values, on which the investments are based, are valued by the investment managers
using a discounted cash flow model. The inputs to the valuation are cash flows, risk-free rate and a credit spread. The cash flow
projections are determined by the loan terms and the risk-free rate is the overnight rate for the issuing currency; these are all
observable inputs. The credit spread applied is based on synthetic rating analysis, whereby an equivalent corporate bond rating
is\u00a0assigned to a private loan based on structural analysis of the issuer's statement of financial position and performance since
investment. This is an unobservable input but is not deemed to be significant. Given the Group\u2019s knowledge of the underlying
investments and the size of the Group\u2019s investment therein, the Group would not anticipate any material variance between the
statements and the final net asset values reported by the investment managers.
At 31\u00a0December 2024, the insurance-linked funds of $58.3\u00a0million represent the Group\u2019s investment in the unconsolidated
Kiskadee funds (2023:\u00a0$35.4\u00a0million) as described in note 14.
The fair value of the Kiskadee funds is estimated to be the net asset value as at the end of the reporting period. The net asset
value is based on the fair value of the assets and liabilities in the fund. The majority of the assets of the funds are cash and cash
equivalents. Significant inputs and assumptions in calculating the fair value of the assets and liabilities associated with reinsurance
contracts written by the Kiskadee funds include the amount and timing of claims payable in respect of claims incurred and
periods of unexpired risk. The Group has considered changes in the net asset valuation of the Kiskadee funds if reasonably
different inputs and assumptions were used and has found that a 12% change to the fair value of the liabilities would
increase\u00a0or\u00a0decrease the fair value of funds by $2.2\u00a0million.
In certain cases, the inputs used to measure the fair value of a\u00a0financial instrument may fall into more than one level within
the\u00a0fair\u00a0value hierarchy. In this instance, the fair value of the instrument in its entirety is classified based on the lowest level
of\u00a0input\u00a0that is significant to the fair value measurement.
The Group\u2019s policy is to recognise transfers into and transfers out of fair value hierarchy levels at the end of the
relevant\u00a0reporting\u00a0period during which the transfers are deemed to have occurred. During the year, investments of $nil
(2023:\u00a0$26.0 million) were transferred from Level 2 to Level 3 due to insufficient observable data being available, as a
result\u00a0of\u00a0reduced trading volumes.
\"\"
The table below sets forth a\u00a0reconciliation of opening and closing balances for financial instruments classified under Level 3 of the
fair value hierarchy:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Balance At 1 January
130.3
139.7
Fair value losses through profit or loss
(4.5)
(11.5)
Foreign exchange (losses)/gains
(0.8)
4.8
Purchases
136.6
\u2013
Settlements
(14.2)
(28.7)
Transfers
\u2013
26.0
Closing balance
247.4
130.3
Net unrealised (losses)/gains in the period on securities held at the end of the period
(4.0)
3.5
The closing balance at year end comprised $10.0 million debt and fixed income holdings (2023: $10.2 million), $30.9 million
equities and investment funds (2023: $30.0 million), $148.2 million private credit funds (2023: $54.7 million) and $58.3 million
insurance-linked funds (2023: $35.4 million).
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14 Financial assets and liabilities
Financial assets designated at fair value through profit or loss are measured at fair values, with all changes from one accounting
period to the next being recorded through the income statement.
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
17
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
17
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
17
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
Insurance-linked funds
17
58.3
35.4
Total financial assets carried at fair value\u00a0
7,077.6
6,574.4
The effective maturity of the debt and fixed income holdings due within and after one year is as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
1,392.3
1,541.0
After one year
5,268.6
4,737.9
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities, investment funds, private credit funds and insurance-linked securities do not have any maturity dates. The effective
maturity of all other financial assets is due within one year. An analysis of the credit risk and contractual maturity profiles of the
Group\u2019s financial instruments is given in notes 3.3(d) and 3.3(e).
Financial liabilities of the Group are:
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments
16
\u2013
0.3
Financial liabilities carried at fair value\u00a0
\u2013
0.3
Borrowings\u00a0
656.2
667.0
Accrued interest on borrowings
7.3
7.4
Financial liabilities carried at amortised cost\u00a0
663.5
674.4
Total financial liabilities
663.5
674.7
All of the financial liabilities carried at fair value are due within one year and all the borrowings are due after one year. Accrued
interest on long-term debt is due within one year.
\"\"
On 24 November 2015, the Group issued \u00a3275.0 million 6.125% fixed-to-floating rate callable subordinated notes due 2045,
with\u00a0a first call date of 2025.
The notes bear interest from, and including, 24 November 2015 at a fixed rate of 6.125% per annum annually in arrears starting
24\u00a0November 2016 up until the first call date in November 2025, and thereafter at a floating rate of interest equal to the sum of
compounded daily Sterling Overnight Index Average (SONIA), the reference rate adjustment of 0.1193% and a margin of 5.076%
payable quarterly in arrears on each floating interest payment date.
On 25 November 2015, the notes were admitted for trading on the London Stock Exchange\u2019s regulated market. The notes were
rated BBB- by S&P and Fitch.
On 22 September 2022, the Group issued \u00a3250.0 million 6% notes due September 2027. The notes will be redeemed on the
maturity date at their principal amount together with accrued interest.
The notes bear interest from, and including, 22 September 2022 at a fixed rate of 6% per annum annually in arrears starting
22\u00a0September 2022 until maturity on 22 September 2027. On 22 September 2022, the notes were admitted for trading on the
Luxembourg Stock Exchange\u2019s Euro MTF. The notes were rated BBB+ by S&P and Fitch.
The fair value of the borrowings is estimated at $672.0 million (2023:\u00a0$681.0 million). The fair value measurement is
classified\u00a0within Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy. The fair value is estimated by reference to the actively traded value on
the\u00a0stock exchanges.
The decrease in the carrying value of the borrowings and accrued interest during the year comprises the amortisation of the
difference between the net proceeds received and the redemption amounts of $0.7\u00a0million (2023: $0.7\u00a0million), the decrease in
accrued interest of $0.7\u00a0million (2023: $0.1 million), less exchange movements of $10.9\u00a0million (2023: plus exchange movements
of $37.9 million). The Group did not draw down any new borrowings (2023: $nil) or repay any short-term borrowings (2023: $nil)
during the year.
Note 9 includes details of the interest expense for the year included in finance costs.
Investments at 31\u00a0December are denominated in the following currencies at their fair value:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
US Dollars
4,998.4
4,517.3
Sterling
835.8
960.9
Euro and other currencies\u00a0
826.7
800.7
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
US Dollars
95.5
84.5
Sterling
80.6
84.3
Euro and other currencies
34.1
36.6
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
US Dollars
117.5
54.7
Sterling
16.5
\u2013
Euro and other currencies
14.2
\u2013
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
15 Trade and other receivables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Prepayments and accrued income
37.3
31.3
Trade and other receivables:
Accrued interest
68.0
55.5
Other debtors including related party amounts
143.7
119.7
Total trade and other receivables
249.0
206.5
The amount expected to be recovered before and after one year are estimated as follows:
Within one year
233.2
188.2
After one year
15.8
18.3
249.0
206.5
16 Derivative financial instruments
The Group entered into both exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative contracts for a number of purposes during 2024.
The Group had the right and intention to settle each contract on a net basis. The assets and liabilities of these contracts at
31\u00a0December 2024 all mature within one year of the end of the reporting period and are detailed below:
31 December 2024
Gross contract
notional amount
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments included on statement of financial position
Foreign exchange forward contracts
200.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Interest rate futures contracts
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
The foreign exchange forward contracts are represented by gross fair value of assets and liabilities as detailed below:
31 December 2024
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
Gross fair value of assets
\u2013
3.5
3.5
Gross fair value of liabilities
\u2013
(3.5)
(3.5)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
31 December 2023
Gross contract
notional amount
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments included on statement of financial position
Foreign exchange forward contracts
5.5
\u2013
(0.1)
(0.1)
Interest rate futures contracts
16.9
\u2013
(0.2)
(0.2)
\u2013
(0.3)
(0.3)
The foreign exchange forward contracts are represented by gross fair value of assets and liabilities as detailed below:
31 December 2023
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
Gross fair value of assets
\u2013
4.7
4.7
Gross fair value of liabilities
\u2013
(4.8)
(4.8)
\u2013
(0.1)
(0.1)
Foreign exchange forward contracts
During the current and prior year, the Group entered into a series of conventional over-the-counter forward contracts in order to
secure translation gains made on Euro, US Dollar and other non-Sterling denominated monetary assets. The contracts require
the Group to forward sell a fixed amount of the relevant currency for Sterling at pre-agreed future exchange rates. The Group
made a gain of $0.5 million on the forward contracts during the year ( 2023: loss of $0.1 million).
Interest rate futures contracts
To hedge the interest rate risk the Group is exposed to, it sold a number of government bond futures denominated in a range
of\u00a0currencies. All are exchange traded and the Group made a loss on these futures contracts of $0.1 million (2023: gain of
$1.1\u00a0million) as included in the investment result in note 7.
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Financial assets designated at fair value through profit or loss are measured at fair values, with all changes from one accounting
period to the next being recorded through the income statement.
2024
2023
Note
$m
$m
Debt and fixed income holdings
17
6,660.9
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
17
210.2
205.4
Private credit funds
17
148.2
54.7
Total investments
7,019.3
6,539.0
Insurance-linked funds
17
58.3
35.4
Total financial assets carried at fair value\u00a0
7,077.6
6,574.4
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15 Trade and other receivables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Prepayments and accrued income
37.3
31.3
Trade and other receivables:
Accrued interest
68.0
55.5
Other debtors including related party amounts
143.7
119.7
Total trade and other receivables
249.0
206.5
The amount expected to be recovered before and after one year are estimated as follows:
Within one year
233.2
188.2
After one year
15.8
18.3
249.0
206.5
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15 Trade and other receivables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Prepayments and accrued income
37.3
31.3
Trade and other receivables:
Accrued interest
68.0
55.5
Other debtors including related party amounts
143.7
119.7
Total trade and other receivables
249.0
206.5
The amount expected to be recovered before and after one year are estimated as follows:
Within one year
233.2
188.2
After one year
15.8
18.3
249.0
206.5
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15 Trade and other receivables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Prepayments and accrued income
37.3
31.3
Trade and other receivables:
Accrued interest
68.0
55.5
Other debtors including related party amounts
143.7
119.7
Total trade and other receivables
249.0
206.5
The amount expected to be recovered before and after one year are estimated as follows:
Within one year
233.2
188.2
After one year
15.8
18.3
249.0
206.5
23 Deferred tax
2024
2023
$m
$m
Deferred tax assets
179.4
180.7
Deferred tax liabilities
(75.8)
(56.9)
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
103.6
123.8
2024
2023
$m
$m
Bermuda ETA
154.6
150.0
Trading losses in overseas entities
33.4
37.4
Employee retirement benefit assets
(11.4)
(12.8)
Goodwill and intangible assets
(21.2)
(14.6)
Property, plant and equipment
(1.0)
(9.0)
Financial assets
(1.5)
(0.2)
Insurance contract liabilities
(66.6)
(46.2)
Employee share options
16.5
16.5
Other
0.8
2.7
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
103.6
123.8
Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities relating to the same tax authority are presented net in the consolidated statement
of financial position.
At 31 December
2023
Income
statement
(charge)
/credit
Recognised
in other
comprehensive
income/equity
Foreign
exchange
2024
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Bermuda ETA
150.0
4.6
\u2013
\u2013
154.6
Trading losses in overseas entities
37.4
(3.9)
\u2013
(0.1)
33.4
Employee retirement benefit assets
(12.8)
(0.4)
1.6
0.2
(11.4)
Goodwill and intangible assets
(14.6)
(6.8)
\u2013
0.2
(21.2)
Property, plant and equipment
(9.0)
8.0
\u2013
\u2013
(1.0)
Financial assets
(0.2)
(1.3)
\u2013
\u2013
(1.5)
Insurance contract liabilities
(46.2)
(20.0)
\u2013
(0.4)
(66.6)
Employee share options
16.5
0.6
(0.2)
(0.4)
16.5
Other
4.8
(4.0)
\u2013
\u2013
0.8
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
125.9
(23.2)
1.4
(0.5)
103.6
Less assets held for sale
(2.1)
2.1
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
123.8
(21.1)
1.4
(0.5)
103.6
Movements in deferred and current tax relating to tax deductions arising on employee share options are recognised in the
statement of changes in equity to the extent that the movement exceeds the corresponding charge to the income statement.
Movements in deferred tax relating to the employee retirement benefit obligation are recognised in the statement of
comprehensive income to the extent that the movement corresponds to actuarial gains and losses recognised in the statement
of\u00a0comprehensive income.
\"\"
The total income recognised outside the income statement is $4.2 million (2023: expense of $0.4 million), comprising $1.4 million
deferred tax income and $2.8 million current tax income (2023: $1.3 million deferred tax income and $1.7 million current
tax\u00a0expense).
Deferred tax assets of $33.4 million (2023: $37.4 million), relating to losses arising in overseas entities, which depend on the
availability of future taxable profits, have been recognised. Business projections indicate it is probable that sufficient future
taxable\u00a0income will be available against which to offset these recognised deferred tax assets within five years. $27.7 million
(2023:\u00a0$27.7 million) of the tax losses to which these assets relate will expire within ten years; a further $5.9 million
(2023:\u00a0$9.7\u00a0million) will expire after ten years or will be available indefinitely. The Group has not provided for deferred tax
assets\u00a0totalling $91.6 million (2023: $84.8 million) in relation to losses in overseas companies and unutilised tax credits of
$439.8\u00a0million (2023: $415.5 million).
In accordance with IAS 12, all deferred tax assets and liabilities are classified as non-current. The amount of deferred tax asset
expected to be recovered after more than 12 months is $101.8 million (2023: $123.8 million).
Factors affecting tax charges in future years
Over one hundred and thirty countries have agreed to implement a new global minimum tax (GMT) as Pillar Two of the OECD
two-Pillar reform framework. The GMT uses adjusted consolidated accounting data to calculate the effective tax rate (ETR) paid
on profits by a multinational in each jurisdiction in which it operates; and then applies a \u2018top-up tax\u2019 on any jurisdictions where the
ETR is below 15%.
The majority of jurisdictions in which the Group operates have substantively enacted such legislation (\u2018Pillar Two legislation\u2019). The
Hiscox Group is within the scope of these rules, by virtue of the fact that the Group\u2019s consolidated revenue in at least two of the
four years prior to 2024 exceeded \u20ac750 million.
This legislation brings into effect the Income Inclusion Rule (IIR) and Qualified Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (QDMTT) from
2024, and the Undertaxed Profits Rule (UPR) from 2025. The rules in force for 2024 apply top-up taxes in participating
jurisdictions in respect of any profits in subsidiaries for which the ETR is below 15%. The Group expects any top-up tax payable
in 2024 to be immaterial and has therefore not provided for any such current tax.
As a response to the Pillar Two reform, Bermuda has introduced a corporate income tax (Bermuda CIT) which will apply at a rate
of 15% to profits of certain Bermuda resident entities with effect from 1 January 2025. The Group expects to be subject to
Bermuda CIT. The Bermuda CIT will apply at a rate of 15% on the profits of Hiscox\u2019s Bermudian constituent entities. This will
have a consequential effect on the Group\u2019s future tax charge.
A deferred tax asset of $154.6 million in relation to the economic transition adjustment (ETA) required by this legislation is
recognised at the end of the reporting period. On first entering the scope of Bermuda CIT, the ETA requires each in-scope entity
to estimate the fair value of the assets and liabilities held by the Bermudian business at 30 September 2023 and use this in place
of book value for tax purposes, creating temporary differences. The principal driver of this temporary difference is the customer
relationships intangible asset which is subject to significant judgement and estimates, including forecast cash flows, the discount
rate and capital allocation charges.
The impact of these changes on the Group\u2019s ETR in future periods will be dependent on the level of taxable profits in those
periods for the Group\u2019s Bermuda constituent entities. In January 2025, the OECD published new Guidance on the interpretation
of the Pillar Two income tax model rules, which advises that deferred tax assets recognised by Bermuda companies as a result of
the ETA should only be creditable for top-up tax purposes until the end of 2026. Should this Guidance be substantively enacted
into legislation in future periods, the Group expects a corresponding tax liability to arise equivalent to 80% of the value of the ETA,
spread over eight years, from 2027. Under the existing IAS12 exception for disclosing information about deferred tax impacts of
Pillar Two taxes, however, this would not be recognised as deferred tax but would instead increase the Group\u2019s effective tax rate
in future periods.
The proportion of the Group\u2019s profits expected to be otherwise impacted by Pillar Two taxes is between $0 million and $5 million,
currently taxed at 0% to 10%.
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15 Trade and other receivables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Prepayments and accrued income
37.3
31.3
Trade and other receivables:
Accrued interest
68.0
55.5
Other debtors including related party amounts
143.7
119.7
Total trade and other receivables
249.0
206.5
The amount expected to be recovered before and after one year are estimated as follows:
Within one year
233.2
188.2
After one year
15.8
18.3
249.0
206.5
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15 Trade and other receivables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Prepayments and accrued income
37.3
31.3
Trade and other receivables:
Accrued interest
68.0
55.5
Other debtors including related party amounts
143.7
119.7
Total trade and other receivables
249.0
206.5
The amount expected to be recovered before and after one year are estimated as follows:
Within one year
233.2
188.2
After one year
15.8
18.3
249.0
206.5
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16 Derivative financial instruments
The Group entered into both exchange-traded and over-the-counter derivative contracts for a number of purposes during 2024.
The Group had the right and intention to settle each contract on a net basis. The assets and liabilities of these contracts at
31\u00a0December 2024 all mature within one year of the end of the reporting period and are detailed below:
31 December 2024
Gross contract
notional amount
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments included on statement of financial position
Foreign exchange forward contracts
200.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Interest rate futures contracts
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
The foreign exchange forward contracts are represented by gross fair value of assets and liabilities as detailed below:
31 December 2024
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
Gross fair value of assets
\u2013
3.5
3.5
Gross fair value of liabilities
\u2013
(3.5)
(3.5)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
31 December 2023
Gross contract
notional amount
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
$m
Derivative financial instruments included on statement of financial position
Foreign exchange forward contracts
5.5
\u2013
(0.1)
(0.1)
Interest rate futures contracts
16.9
\u2013
(0.2)
(0.2)
\u2013
(0.3)
(0.3)
The foreign exchange forward contracts are represented by gross fair value of assets and liabilities as detailed below:
31 December 2023
Fair value
of assets
Fair value
of liabilities
Net balance
sheet position
$m
$m
$m
Gross fair value of assets
\u2013
4.7
4.7
Gross fair value of liabilities
\u2013
(4.8)
(4.8)
\u2013
(0.1)
(0.1)
Foreign exchange forward contracts
During the current and prior year, the Group entered into a series of conventional over-the-counter forward contracts in order to
secure translation gains made on Euro, US Dollar and other non-Sterling denominated monetary assets. The contracts require
the Group to forward sell a fixed amount of the relevant currency for Sterling at pre-agreed future exchange rates. The Group
made a gain of $0.5 million on the forward contracts during the year ( 2023: loss of $0.1 million).
Interest rate futures contracts
To hedge the interest rate risk the Group is exposed to, it sold a number of government bond futures denominated in a range
of\u00a0currencies. All are exchange traded and the Group made a loss on these futures contracts of $0.1 million (2023: gain of
$1.1\u00a0million) as included in the investment result in note 7.
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17 Fair value measurements
In accordance with IFRS 13 Fair Value Measurement, the fair value of financial instruments, based on a\u00a0three-level fair value
hierarchy that reflects the significance of the inputs used in measuring the fair value, is set out below.
As at 31 December 2024
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
Financial assets
Debt and fixed income holdings
1,127.5
5,523.4
10.0
6,660.9
Equities and investment funds
\u2013
179.3
30.9
210.2
Private credit funds
\u2013
\u2013
148.2
148.2
Insurance-linked funds
\u2013
\u2013
58.3
58.3
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
1,127.5
5,702.7
247.4
7,077.6
Financial liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
As at 31 December 2023
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
Financial assets
Debt and fixed income holdings
1,235.2
5,033.5
10.2
6,278.9
Equities and investment funds
\u2013
175.4
30.0
205.4
Private credit funds
\u2013
\u2013
54.7
54.7
Insurance-linked funds
\u2013
\u2013
35.4
35.4
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Total
1,235.2
5,208.9
130.3
6,574.4
Financial liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
\u2013
0.3
\u2013
0.3
Total
\u2013
0.3
\u2013
0.3
The levels of the fair value hierarchy are defined by the standard as follows:
\u2022 Level 1 \u2013 fair values measured using quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical instruments;
\u2022 Level 2 \u2013 fair values measured using directly or indirectly observable inputs or other similar valuation techniques for
which\u00a0all\u00a0significant inputs are based on market observable data;
\u2022 Level 3 \u2013 fair values measured using valuation techniques for which significant inputs are not based on market
observable\u00a0data.
The fair values of the Group\u2019s financial assets are typically based on prices from numerous independent pricing services. The
pricing services used by the investment manager obtain actual transaction prices for securities that have quoted prices in active
markets. For those securities which are not actively traded, the pricing services use common market valuation pricing models.
Observable inputs used in common market valuation pricing models include, but are not limited to, broker quotes, credit ratings,
interest rates and yield curves, prepayment speeds, default rates and other such inputs which are available from market sources.
Investments in mutual funds comprise a\u00a0portfolio of stock investments in trading entities which are invested in various quoted and
unquoted investments. The fair value of these investment funds is based on the net asset value of the fund as reported by
independent pricing sources or the fund manager.
Included within Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy are certain government bonds, treasury bills, corporate bonds having a quoted
price in active markets, and exchange-traded funds which are measured based on quoted prices in active markets.
The fair value of the borrowings carried at amortised cost is estimated at $672.0 million (2023:\u00a0$681.0 million) and is considered
as Level 1 in the fair value hierarchy.
\"\"
Level 2 of the hierarchy contains certain government bonds, US government agencies, corporate securities, asset-backed
securities, mortgage-backed securities and certain commingled funds. The fair value of these assets is based on the prices
obtained from independent pricing sources, investment managers and investment custodians as discussed above. The Group
records the unadjusted price provided and validates the price through a\u00a0number of methods including a\u00a0comparison of the prices
provided by the investment managers with the investment custodians and the valuation used by external parties to derive fair
value. Quoted prices for US government agencies and corporate securities are based on a\u00a0limited number of transactions for
those securities and as such\u00a0the\u00a0Group considers these instruments to have similar characteristics to those instruments classified
as Level 2. Also included within Level 2 are units held in collective investment vehicles investing in traditional and alternative
investment strategies\u00a0and over-the-counter derivatives.
Level 3 contains investments in limited partnerships, unquoted equity securities, private credit funds and insurance-linked funds
which have limited observable inputs on which to measure fair value. Unquoted equities, including equity instruments in limited
partnerships, are carried at fair value. Fair value is determined to be net asset value for the limited partnerships, and for the equity
holdings it is determined to be the latest available traded price. The effect of changing one or more inputs used in the
measurement of fair value of these instruments to another reasonably possible assumption would not be significant.
Private credit funds comprise holdings in funds which, in turn, hold debt investments in private companies that are not quoted
on\u00a0an active market. The fair value of the private credit funds is determined based on the net asset values reported by the
investment managers. The underlying loan values, on which the investments are based, are valued by the investment managers
using a discounted cash flow model. The inputs to the valuation are cash flows, risk-free rate and a credit spread. The cash flow
projections are determined by the loan terms and the risk-free rate is the overnight rate for the issuing currency; these are all
observable inputs. The credit spread applied is based on synthetic rating analysis, whereby an equivalent corporate bond rating
is\u00a0assigned to a private loan based on structural analysis of the issuer's statement of financial position and performance since
investment. This is an unobservable input but is not deemed to be significant. Given the Group\u2019s knowledge of the underlying
investments and the size of the Group\u2019s investment therein, the Group would not anticipate any material variance between the
statements and the final net asset values reported by the investment managers.
At 31\u00a0December 2024, the insurance-linked funds of $58.3\u00a0million represent the Group\u2019s investment in the unconsolidated
Kiskadee funds (2023:\u00a0$35.4\u00a0million) as described in note 14.
The fair value of the Kiskadee funds is estimated to be the net asset value as at the end of the reporting period. The net asset
value is based on the fair value of the assets and liabilities in the fund. The majority of the assets of the funds are cash and cash
equivalents. Significant inputs and assumptions in calculating the fair value of the assets and liabilities associated with reinsurance
contracts written by the Kiskadee funds include the amount and timing of claims payable in respect of claims incurred and
periods of unexpired risk. The Group has considered changes in the net asset valuation of the Kiskadee funds if reasonably
different inputs and assumptions were used and has found that a 12% change to the fair value of the liabilities would
increase\u00a0or\u00a0decrease the fair value of funds by $2.2\u00a0million.
In certain cases, the inputs used to measure the fair value of a\u00a0financial instrument may fall into more than one level within
the\u00a0fair\u00a0value hierarchy. In this instance, the fair value of the instrument in its entirety is classified based on the lowest level
of\u00a0input\u00a0that is significant to the fair value measurement.
The Group\u2019s policy is to recognise transfers into and transfers out of fair value hierarchy levels at the end of the
relevant\u00a0reporting\u00a0period during which the transfers are deemed to have occurred. During the year, investments of $nil
(2023:\u00a0$26.0 million) were transferred from Level 2 to Level 3 due to insufficient observable data being available, as a
result\u00a0of\u00a0reduced trading volumes.
\"\"
The table below sets forth a\u00a0reconciliation of opening and closing balances for financial instruments classified under Level 3 of the
fair value hierarchy:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Balance At 1 January
130.3
139.7
Fair value losses through profit or loss
(4.5)
(11.5)
Foreign exchange (losses)/gains
(0.8)
4.8
Purchases
136.6
\u2013
Settlements
(14.2)
(28.7)
Transfers
\u2013
26.0
Closing balance
247.4
130.3
Net unrealised (losses)/gains in the period on securities held at the end of the period
(4.0)
3.5
The closing balance at year end comprised $10.0 million debt and fixed income holdings (2023: $10.2 million), $30.9 million
equities and investment funds (2023: $30.0 million), $148.2 million private credit funds (2023: $54.7 million) and $58.3 million
insurance-linked funds (2023: $35.4 million).
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18 Cash and cash equivalents
2024
2023
$m
$m
Cash at bank and in hand
1,141.3
1,411.2
Short-term deposits
85.7
25.8
Total
1,227.0
1,437.0
The Group holds its cash deposits with a well-diversified range of banks and financial institutions. Cash includes overnight deposits.
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18 Cash and cash equivalents
2024
2023
$m
$m
Cash at bank and in hand
1,141.3
1,411.2
Short-term deposits
85.7
25.8
Total
1,227.0
1,437.0
The Group holds its cash deposits with a well-diversified range of banks and financial institutions. Cash includes overnight deposits.
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19 Share capital
31 December 2024
31 December 2023
Group
Share
capital
Number
of shares
Share
capital
Number of
shares
$m
000
$m
000
Authorised ordinary share capital of 6.5p (2023: 6.5p)
425.8
3,692,308
425.8
3,692,308
Issued ordinary share capital of 6.5p (2023: 6.5p)
38.1
347,503
38.8
355,283
The amounts presented in the equity section of the Group\u2019s consolidated statement of financial position relate to Hiscox Ltd, the
legal parent\u00a0company.
Changes in Group share capital and contributed surplus
Ordinary share
capital
Share
premium
Contributed
surplus
$000
$000
$000
At At 1 January 2023
38,667
517,657
183,969
Employee share option scheme \u2013 proceeds from shares issued
90
9,530
\u2013
Scrip dividends to owners of the Company
10
1,645
\u2013
At 31 December 2023
38,767
528,832
183,969
Employee share option scheme \u2013 proceeds from shares issued
159
21,252
\u2013
Scrip dividends to owners of the Company
21
3,821
\u2013
Share buyback
(819)
(148,349)
\u2013
At 31 December 2024
38,128
405,556
183,969
On 5 March 2024, the Group announced a share buyback programme for up to a maximum aggregate consideration of
$150\u00a0million to commence on the same day. On 15 August 2024, the Group announced that it had completed the programme.
In\u00a0total, 9,948,884 shares were purchased with a nominal value of $0.8 million and were subsequently cancelled. The 9,948,884
shares were acquired at an average price of 1,185 pence per share.
\"\"
Contributed surplus is a\u00a0distributable reserve and arose on the reverse acquisition of Hiscox plc on 12\u00a0December\u00a02006.
The Company relies on dividend streams from its subsidiary companies to provide the cash flow required for distributions to be
made to shareholders. The ability of the subsidiaries to pay dividends is subject to regulatory restrictions within the jurisdiction
from which they operate.
Share repurchase
The Trustees of the Group\u2019s Employee Benefit Trust purchased nil shares (2023: nil shares) to facilitate the settlement of vesting
awards under the Group\u2019s Performance Share Plan. As the Trust is consolidated into the Group financial results, these purchases
are accounted for in the same way as treasury shares and are charged against retained earnings. The shares are held by the
Trustees for the beneficiaries of the Trust.
Equity structure of Hiscox Ltd
Number of
ordinary shares
in issue 2024
Number of
ordinary shares
in issue 2023
Note
000
000
At 1 January
355,283
354,067
Employee share option scheme \u2013 ordinary shares issued
1,916
1,094
Scrip Dividends to owners of the Company
26
253
122
Share buyback
(9,949)
\u2013
At 31 December
347,503
355,283
All issued shares are fully paid.
Performance Share Plan awards
Performance Share Plan (PSP) awards are granted to Directors and other senior employees. Awards normally vest after a
three-year period subject to the achievement of performance conditions which can be a mix of financial and non-financial
measures. Awards are generally subject to continued employment; however, awards may vest to leavers in certain scenarios.
Awards granted under the all-employee share ownership scheme (HSX:26) vest in April 2026 subject to continued employment
and satisfactory personal performance between the date of grant and vesting.
In accordance with IFRS 2, the Group recognises an expense for the fair value of shares, share options and PSP award
instruments issued to employees, over their vesting period through the income statement. The amount recognised in the
consolidated income statement during the year was an expense of $49.1 million (2023: $43.2 million). This comprises an expense
of $33.3 million ( 2023: $28.3 million) in respect of PSP awards, an expense of $3.1 million (2023: $3.3 million) in respect of share
option awards and an expense of $12.7 million (2023: $11.6 million) in respect of employee share awards. The Group has applied
the principles outlined in the Black-Scholes option pricing model when determining the fair value of each share option instrument.
For the fair value pricing of PSPs, the Group uses the share price on the date of grant of the options. For any options contingent
on achieving targets linked to total shareholder returns, the fair value price on date of grant is adjusted to take account of the
probability of achieving the performance targets.
The range of principal Group assumptions applied in determining the fair value of share-based payment instruments granted
during the year under review are:
Assumptions affecting inputs to fair value models
2024
2023
Annual risk-free rates of return and discount rates(%)
3.7-3.97
3.35-4.78
Long-term dividends yield (%)
1.54
1.40
Expected life of options (years)
3.25
3.25
Implied volatility of share price (%)
34.6
38.7
Weighted average share price(p)
1,186.6
1,117.4
The weighted average fair value of each share option granted during the year was 409.5p (2023: 392.1p). The weighted average
fair value of each Performance Share Plan award granted during the year was 1,186.2p (2023: 1,140.1p).
Movements in the number of share options and PSP awards during the year and details of the balances outstanding at
31\u00a0December 2024 for the Executive Directors are shown in the annual report on remuneration 2024. The total number of
options\u00a0and PSP awards outstanding is 10,376,020 (2023: 10,505,901) of which 1,014,399 are exercisable (2023: 706,282).
The\u00a0total number of SAYE options outstanding is 2,054,494 ( 2023: 2,195,828) and employee share awards is 4,729,792
(2023: 4,615,061) of which 12,700 are exercisable (2023: nil).
The implied volatility assumption is based on historical data for periods of between five and ten years immediately preceding grant\u00a0date.", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfShareCapitalReservesAndOtherEquityInterestExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-465": { "value": "
19 Share capital
31 December 2024
31 December 2023
Group
Share
capital
Number
of shares
Share
capital
Number of
shares
$m
000
$m
000
Authorised ordinary share capital of 6.5p (2023: 6.5p)
425.8
3,692,308
425.8
3,692,308
Issued ordinary share capital of 6.5p (2023: 6.5p)
38.1
347,503
38.8
355,283
The amounts presented in the equity section of the Group\u2019s consolidated statement of financial position relate to Hiscox Ltd, the
legal parent\u00a0company.
Changes in Group share capital and contributed surplus
Ordinary share
capital
Share
premium
Contributed
surplus
$000
$000
$000
At At 1 January 2023
38,667
517,657
183,969
Employee share option scheme \u2013 proceeds from shares issued
90
9,530
\u2013
Scrip dividends to owners of the Company
10
1,645
\u2013
At 31 December 2023
38,767
528,832
183,969
Employee share option scheme \u2013 proceeds from shares issued
159
21,252
\u2013
Scrip dividends to owners of the Company
21
3,821
\u2013
Share buyback
(819)
(148,349)
\u2013
At 31 December 2024
38,128
405,556
183,969
On 5 March 2024, the Group announced a share buyback programme for up to a maximum aggregate consideration of
$150\u00a0million to commence on the same day. On 15 August 2024, the Group announced that it had completed the programme.
In\u00a0total, 9,948,884 shares were purchased with a nominal value of $0.8 million and were subsequently cancelled. The 9,948,884
shares were acquired at an average price of 1,185 pence per share.
\"\"
Contributed surplus is a\u00a0distributable reserve and arose on the reverse acquisition of Hiscox plc on 12\u00a0December\u00a02006.
The Company relies on dividend streams from its subsidiary companies to provide the cash flow required for distributions to be
made to shareholders. The ability of the subsidiaries to pay dividends is subject to regulatory restrictions within the jurisdiction
from which they operate.
Share repurchase
The Trustees of the Group\u2019s Employee Benefit Trust purchased nil shares (2023: nil shares) to facilitate the settlement of vesting
awards under the Group\u2019s Performance Share Plan. As the Trust is consolidated into the Group financial results, these purchases
are accounted for in the same way as treasury shares and are charged against retained earnings. The shares are held by the
Trustees for the beneficiaries of the Trust.
Equity structure of Hiscox Ltd
Number of
ordinary shares
in issue 2024
Number of
ordinary shares
in issue 2023
Note
000
000
At 1 January
355,283
354,067
Employee share option scheme \u2013 ordinary shares issued
1,916
1,094
Scrip Dividends to owners of the Company
26
253
122
Share buyback
(9,949)
\u2013
At 31 December
347,503
355,283
All issued shares are fully paid.
Performance Share Plan awards
Performance Share Plan (PSP) awards are granted to Directors and other senior employees. Awards normally vest after a
three-year period subject to the achievement of performance conditions which can be a mix of financial and non-financial
measures. Awards are generally subject to continued employment; however, awards may vest to leavers in certain scenarios.
Awards granted under the all-employee share ownership scheme (HSX:26) vest in April 2026 subject to continued employment
and satisfactory personal performance between the date of grant and vesting.
In accordance with IFRS 2, the Group recognises an expense for the fair value of shares, share options and PSP award
instruments issued to employees, over their vesting period through the income statement. The amount recognised in the
consolidated income statement during the year was an expense of $49.1 million (2023: $43.2 million). This comprises an expense
of $33.3 million ( 2023: $28.3 million) in respect of PSP awards, an expense of $3.1 million (2023: $3.3 million) in respect of share
option awards and an expense of $12.7 million (2023: $11.6 million) in respect of employee share awards. The Group has applied
the principles outlined in the Black-Scholes option pricing model when determining the fair value of each share option instrument.
For the fair value pricing of PSPs, the Group uses the share price on the date of grant of the options. For any options contingent
on achieving targets linked to total shareholder returns, the fair value price on date of grant is adjusted to take account of the
probability of achieving the performance targets.
The range of principal Group assumptions applied in determining the fair value of share-based payment instruments granted
during the year under review are:
Assumptions affecting inputs to fair value models
2024
2023
Annual risk-free rates of return and discount rates(%)
3.7-3.97
3.35-4.78
Long-term dividends yield (%)
1.54
1.40
Expected life of options (years)
3.25
3.25
Implied volatility of share price (%)
34.6
38.7
Weighted average share price(p)
1,186.6
1,117.4
The weighted average fair value of each share option granted during the year was 409.5p (2023: 392.1p). The weighted average
fair value of each Performance Share Plan award granted during the year was 1,186.2p (2023: 1,140.1p).
Movements in the number of share options and PSP awards during the year and details of the balances outstanding at
31\u00a0December 2024 for the Executive Directors are shown in the annual report on remuneration 2024. The total number of
options\u00a0and PSP awards outstanding is 10,376,020 (2023: 10,505,901) of which 1,014,399 are exercisable (2023: 706,282).
The\u00a0total number of SAYE options outstanding is 2,054,494 ( 2023: 2,195,828) and employee share awards is 4,729,792
(2023: 4,615,061) of which 12,700 are exercisable (2023: nil).
The implied volatility assumption is based on historical data for periods of between five and ten years immediately preceding grant\u00a0date.", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfIssuedCapitalExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-467": { "value": "
Performance Share Plan awards
Performance Share Plan (PSP) awards are granted to Directors and other senior employees. Awards normally vest after a
three-year period subject to the achievement of performance conditions which can be a mix of financial and non-financial
measures. Awards are generally subject to continued employment; however, awards may vest to leavers in certain scenarios.
Awards granted under the all-employee share ownership scheme (HSX:26) vest in April 2026 subject to continued employment
and satisfactory personal performance between the date of grant and vesting.
In accordance with IFRS 2, the Group recognises an expense for the fair value of shares, share options and PSP award
instruments issued to employees, over their vesting period through the income statement. The amount recognised in the
consolidated income statement during the year was an expense of $49.1 million (2023: $43.2 million). This comprises an expense
of $33.3 million ( 2023: $28.3 million) in respect of PSP awards, an expense of $3.1 million (2023: $3.3 million) in respect of share
option awards and an expense of $12.7 million (2023: $11.6 million) in respect of employee share awards. The Group has applied
the principles outlined in the Black-Scholes option pricing model when determining the fair value of each share option instrument.
For the fair value pricing of PSPs, the Group uses the share price on the date of grant of the options. For any options contingent
on achieving targets linked to total shareholder returns, the fair value price on date of grant is adjusted to take account of the
probability of achieving the performance targets.
The range of principal Group assumptions applied in determining the fair value of share-based payment instruments granted
during the year under review are:
Assumptions affecting inputs to fair value models
2024
2023
Annual risk-free rates of return and discount rates(%)
3.7-3.97
3.35-4.78
Long-term dividends yield (%)
1.54
1.40
Expected life of options (years)
3.25
3.25
Implied volatility of share price (%)
34.6
38.7
Weighted average share price(p)
1,186.6
1,117.4
The weighted average fair value of each share option granted during the year was 409.5p (2023: 392.1p). The weighted average
fair value of each Performance Share Plan award granted during the year was 1,186.2p (2023: 1,140.1p).
Movements in the number of share options and PSP awards during the year and details of the balances outstanding at
31\u00a0December 2024 for the Executive Directors are shown in the annual report on remuneration 2024. The total number of
options\u00a0and PSP awards outstanding is 10,376,020 (2023: 10,505,901) of which 1,014,399 are exercisable (2023: 706,282).
The\u00a0total number of SAYE options outstanding is 2,054,494 ( 2023: 2,195,828) and employee share awards is 4,729,792
(2023: 4,615,061) of which 12,700 are exercisable (2023: nil).
The implied volatility assumption is based on historical data for periods of between five and ten years immediately preceding grant\u00a0date.", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfSharebasedPaymentArrangementsExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-471": { "value": "
20 Insurance contract liabilities and reinsurance contract assets
2024
2023
$m
$m
Insurance contract liabilities
6,396.3
6,604.0
Reinsurance contract assets
(1,976.8)
(2,098.3)
Net insurance contract liabilities
4,419.5
4,505.7
Detailed reconciliation of changes in insurance contract balances during the year is included below in note 20.1.
The analysis of changes is disclosed at a consolidated level in line with how the Group manages and monitors the statement
of\u00a0financial position. Further details related to changes in the consolidated income statement by segmental reporting are
disclosed in note 4.
20.1(a) Net insurance contract liabilities
Net insurance contracts \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Net liabilities for remaining coverage
Net liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
118.8*
\u2013
(1,696.3)
(520.8)
(2,098.3)
Opening liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net opening balance
465.7
7.5
3,731.5
301.0
4,505.7
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue, net of allocation of reinsurance premiums\u2020
(3,463.1)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(3,463.1)
Insurance service expenses, net of amounts recoverable from
reinsurers
Incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(10.4)
2,089.9
57.6
2,137.1
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,075.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,075.6
Adjustments to liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(255.4)
(59.4)
(314.8)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
12.3
\u2013
\u2013
12.3
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
(0.6)
\u2013
(0.6)
Total net insurance service expenses
1,075.6
1.9
1,833.9
(1.8)
2,909.6
Insurance service result
(2,387.5)
1.9
1,833.9
(1.8)
(553.5)
Net finance (income)/expenses from insurance contracts
(10.0)
\u2013
162.1
\u2013
152.1
Net foreign exchange losses
(24.1)
\u2013
(44.4)
(5.6)
(74.1)
Total change recognised in comprehensive income
(2,421.6)
1.9
1,951.6
(7.4)
(475.5)
Investment components
36.3
\u2013
(36.3)
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(271.8)
\u2013
(702.1)
(0.7)
(974.6)
Net cash flows
Net premium received
3,440.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
3,440.6
Net claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,243.4)
\u2013
(1,243.4)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(833.3)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(833.3)
Total cash flows
2,607.3
\u2013
(1,243.4)
\u2013
1,363.9
Closing assets
69.7*
\u2013
(1,726.2)
(320.3)
(1,976.8)
Closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
Net closing balance
415.9
9.4
3,701.3
292.9
4,419.5
*The net liabilities for remaining coverage, excluding loss component, includes LPT ARC gross of premium payables of $532.3\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2023 and
$407.0\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2024.
\u2020Includes allocation of LPT premium of $139.2 million.
\"\"
Net liabilities for remaining coverage
Net liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
186.8*
(0.6)
(2,282.4)
(421.0)
(2,517.2)
Opening liabilities
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Net opening balance
474.2
1.9
3,454.7
246.3
4,177.1
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue, net of allocation of reinsurance premiums\u2020
(3,363.8)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(3,363.8)
Insurance service expenses, net of amounts recoverable from
reinsurers
Incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(7.7)
1,962.5
72.4
2,027.2
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,039.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,039.0
Adjustments to liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(179.5)
(24.1)
(203.6)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
13.2
\u2013
\u2013
13.2
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
(4.3)
\u2013
(4.3)
Total net insurance service expenses
1,039.0
5.5
1,778.7
48.3
2,871.5
Insurance service result
(2,324.8)
5.5
1,778.7
48.3
(492.3)
Net finance (income)/expenses from insurance contracts
(9.1)
\u2013
148.8
\u2013
139.7
Net foreign exchange losses
20.5
0.1
52.3
7.4
80.3
Total change recognised in comprehensive income
(2,313.4)
5.6
1,979.8
55.7
(272.3)
Investment components
31.8
\u2013
(31.8)
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(258.3)
\u2013
(682.7)
(1.0)
(942.0)
Net cash flows
Net premium received
3,337.4
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
3,337.4
Net claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(988.5)
\u2013
(988.5)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(806.0)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(806.0)
Total cash flows
2,531.4
\u2013
(988.5)
\u2013
1,542.9
Closing assets
118.8*
\u2013
(1,696.3)
(520.8)
(2,098.3)
Closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net closing balance
465.7
7.5
3,731.5
301.0
4,505.7
*Includes LPT ARC gross of premium receivable $534.1\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2022 and $532.3\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2023.
\u2020Includes allocation of LPT premium of $61.7 million.
\"\"
20.1(b) Insurance contract liabilities
Insurance contracts \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Liabilities for remaining coverage
Liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
LRC Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Opening liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net opening balance
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue
(4,672.5)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(4,672.5)
Insurance service expenses
Incurred claims and other insurance service expenses
\u2013
(10.4)
2,612.6
136.6
2,738.8
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,075.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,075.6
Adjustments for liabilities for incurred claims relating to past
service
\u2013
\u2013
(155.2)
(340.5)
(495.7)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
12.3
\u2013
\u2013
12.3
Total insurance service expenses
1,075.6
1.9
2,457.4
(203.9)
3,331.0
Insurance service result
(3,596.9)
1.9
2,457.4
(203.9)
(1,341.5)
Net finance expense from insurance contracts
\u2013
\u2013
225.5
\u2013
225.5
Foreign exchange movements
(11.1)
\u2013
(69.2)
(3.5)
(83.8)
Total change in the consolidated income statement
(3,608.0)
1.9
2,613.7
(207.4)
(1,199.8)
Investment components
(0.6)
\u2013
0.6
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(277.1)
\u2013
(709.6)
(1.2)
(987.9)
Cash flows
Premium received
4,718.3
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
4,718.3
Claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,905.0)
\u2013
(1,905.0)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(833.3)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(833.3)
Total cash flows
3,885.0
\u2013
(1,905.0)
\u2013
1,980.0
Closing assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
Net closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
\"\"
Liabilities for remaining coverage
Liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
LRC Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Opening liabilities
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Net opening balance
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue
(4,483.2)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(4,483.2)
Insurance service expenses
Incurred claims and other insurance service expenses
\u2013
(8.3)
2,369.3
112.8
2,473.8
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,039.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,039.0
Adjustments for liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(372.9)
36.2
(336.7)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
13.2
\u2013
\u2013
13.2
Total insurance service expenses
1,039.0
4.9
1,996.4
149.0
3,189.3
Insurance service result
(3,444.2)
4.9
1,996.4
149.0
(1,293.9)
Net finance expense from insurance contracts
\u2013
\u2013
220.7
\u2013
220.7
Foreign exchange movements
24.9
0.1
73.7
7.1
105.8
Total change in the consolidated income statement
(3,419.3)
5.0
2,290.8
156.1
(967.4)
Investment components
(1.0)
\u2013
1.0
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(258.0)
\u2013
(693.1)
(1.6)
(952.7)
Cash flows
Premium received
4,543.8
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
4,543.8
Claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,908.0)
\u2013
(1,908.0)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(806.0)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(806.0)
Total cash flows
3,737.8
\u2013
(1,908.0)
\u2013
1,829.8
Closing assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
\"\"
20.1(c) Reinsurance contract assets \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Assets for remaining coverage
Assets for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
ARC Excluding
loss recovery
component
Loss recovery
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Opening liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net opening balance
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(1,209.4)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(1,209.4)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers
Recoveries of incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
\u2013
522.7
79.0
601.7
Adjustments to assets for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
100.2
(281.1)
(180.9)
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
0.6
\u2013
0.6
Total amounts recoverable from reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
623.5
(202.1)
421.4
Net expense from reinsurance contracts held
(1,209.4)
\u2013
623.5
(202.1)
(788.0)
Net finance income from reinsurance contracts
10.0
\u2013
63.4
\u2013
73.4
Foreign exchange movements
13.0
\u2013
(24.8)
2.1
(9.7)
Total changes in the consolidated income statement
(1,186.4)
\u2013
662.1
(200.0)
(724.3)
Investment components
(36.9)
\u2013
36.9
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in the statement of financial position
(5.3)
\u2013
(7.5)
(0.5)
(13.3)
Cash flows
Premium paid
1,277.7
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,277.7
Amounts received
\u2013
\u2013
(661.6)
\u2013
(661.6)
Total cash flows
1,277.7
\u2013
(661.6)
\u2013
616.1
Closing assets
(69.7)
\u2013
1,726.2
320.3
1,976.8
Closing liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net closing balance
(69.7)
\u2013
1,726.2
320.3
1,976.8
\"\"
Assets for remaining coverage
Assets for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
ARC Excluding
loss recovery
component
Loss recovery
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
(186.8)
0.6
2,282.4
421.0
2,517.2
Opening liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net opening balance
(186.8)
0.6
2,282.4
421.0
2,517.2
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(1,119.4)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(1,119.4)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers
Recoveries of incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(0.6)
406.8
40.4
446.6
Adjustments to assets for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(193.4)
60.3
(133.1)
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
4.3
\u2013
4.3
Total amounts recoverable from reinsurers
\u2013
(0.6)
217.7
100.7
317.8
Net expense from reinsurance contracts held
(1,119.4)
(0.6)
217.7
100.7
(801.6)
Net finance income from reinsurance contracts
9.1
\u2013
71.9
\u2013
81.0
Foreign exchange movements
4.4
\u2013
21.4
(0.3)
25.5
Total changes in the consolidated income statement
(1,105.9)
(0.6)
311.0
100.4
(695.1)
Investment components
(32.8)
\u2013
32.8
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in the statement of financial position
0.3
\u2013
(10.4)
(0.6)
(10.7)
Cash flows
Premium paid
1,206.4
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,206.4
Amounts received
\u2013
\u2013
(919.5)
\u2013
(919.5)
Total cash flows
1,206.4
\u2013
(919.5)
\u2013
286.9
Closing assets
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Closing liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net closing balance
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
\"\"
The development of insurance contract liabilities provides a\u00a0measure of the Group\u2019s ability to estimate the ultimate cost of claims.
The Group analyses actual claims development compared with previous estimates on an accident year basis.
The Group provides information on the gross and net claims development for the current reporting period and four years prior
to\u00a0it. The Group considers that there is no significant uncertainty with regard to claims that were incurred more than four years
before the reporting period.
(a) Insurance contract liability for incurred claims \u2013 net of reinsurance
Accident year
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Estimate of ultimate claims costs as adjusted for
foreign exchange*
at end of accident year:
1,870.7
1,554.1
1,489.8
1,457.4
1,606.7
7,978.7
one period later
1,858.0
1,460.8
1,501.9
1,408.9
6,229.6
two periods later
1,708.0
1,413.3
1,394.0
4,515.3
three periods later
1,673.6
1,385.4
3,059.0
four periods later
1,644.4
1,644.4
Current estimate of cumulative claims
1,644.4
1,385.4
1,394.0
1,408.9
1,606.7
7,439.4
Cumulative payments to date
(1,202.8)
(973.3)
(885.5)
(666.8)
(353.0)
(4,081.4)
Net cumulative liability for incurred claims \u2013 accident
years from 2020\u20132024
441.6
412.1
508.5
742.1
1,253.7
3,358.0
Net cumulative liability for incurred claims in respect of
accident years before 2020
949.3
Effect of discounting
(313.1)
Total Group liability for incurred claims to external parties included in balance sheet \u2013 net
3,994.2
*The foreign exchange adjustment arises from the retranslation of the estimates at each date using the exchange rate ruling at 31\u00a0December 2024.
The table above excludes reinsurance recoveries related to the retroactive reinsurance contracts, for example legacy portfolio transfer arrangements where the
financial effect of the underlying claims is still uncertain. These are included in reinsurance contract asset for remaining coverage.
(b) Insurance contract liability for incurred claims \u2013 gross
Accident year
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Estimate of ultimate claims costs as adjusted for
foreign exchange*
at end of accident year:
3,227.3
2,515.3
2,495.5
1,956.1
2,250.7
12,444.9
one period later
3,196.0
2,405.8
2,491.6
1,895.9
9,989.3
two periods later
3,021.0
2,249.3
2,159.6
7,429.9
three periods later
2,954.0
2,185.0
5,139.0
four periods later
2,948.5
2,948.5
Current estimate of cumulative claims
2,948.5
2,185.0
2,159.6
1,895.9
2,250.7
11,439.7
Cumulative payments to date
(2,176.2)
(1,537.4)
(1,225.6)
(794.3)
(393.9)
(6,127.4)
Gross cumulative liability for incurred claims \u2013
accident years from 2020-2024
772.3
647.6
934.0
1,101.6
1,856.8
5,312.3
Gross cumulative liability for incurred claims in respect
of accident years before 2020
1,169.8
Effect of discounting
(441.4)
Total Group liability for incurred claims to external parties included in balance sheet \u2013 gross
6,040.7
*The foreign exchange adjustment arises from the retranslation of the estimates at each date using the exchange rate ruling at 31\u00a0December 2024.
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20 Insurance contract liabilities and reinsurance contract assets
2024
2023
$m
$m
Insurance contract liabilities
6,396.3
6,604.0
Reinsurance contract assets
(1,976.8)
(2,098.3)
Net insurance contract liabilities
4,419.5
4,505.7
Detailed reconciliation of changes in insurance contract balances during the year is included below in note 20.1.
The analysis of changes is disclosed at a consolidated level in line with how the Group manages and monitors the statement
of\u00a0financial position. Further details related to changes in the consolidated income statement by segmental reporting are
disclosed in note 4.
20.1(a) Net insurance contract liabilities
Net insurance contracts \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Net liabilities for remaining coverage
Net liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
118.8*
\u2013
(1,696.3)
(520.8)
(2,098.3)
Opening liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net opening balance
465.7
7.5
3,731.5
301.0
4,505.7
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue, net of allocation of reinsurance premiums\u2020
(3,463.1)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(3,463.1)
Insurance service expenses, net of amounts recoverable from
reinsurers
Incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(10.4)
2,089.9
57.6
2,137.1
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,075.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,075.6
Adjustments to liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(255.4)
(59.4)
(314.8)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
12.3
\u2013
\u2013
12.3
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
(0.6)
\u2013
(0.6)
Total net insurance service expenses
1,075.6
1.9
1,833.9
(1.8)
2,909.6
Insurance service result
(2,387.5)
1.9
1,833.9
(1.8)
(553.5)
Net finance (income)/expenses from insurance contracts
(10.0)
\u2013
162.1
\u2013
152.1
Net foreign exchange losses
(24.1)
\u2013
(44.4)
(5.6)
(74.1)
Total change recognised in comprehensive income
(2,421.6)
1.9
1,951.6
(7.4)
(475.5)
Investment components
36.3
\u2013
(36.3)
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(271.8)
\u2013
(702.1)
(0.7)
(974.6)
Net cash flows
Net premium received
3,440.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
3,440.6
Net claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,243.4)
\u2013
(1,243.4)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(833.3)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(833.3)
Total cash flows
2,607.3
\u2013
(1,243.4)
\u2013
1,363.9
Closing assets
69.7*
\u2013
(1,726.2)
(320.3)
(1,976.8)
Closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
Net closing balance
415.9
9.4
3,701.3
292.9
4,419.5
*The net liabilities for remaining coverage, excluding loss component, includes LPT ARC gross of premium payables of $532.3\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2023 and
$407.0\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2024.
\u2020Includes allocation of LPT premium of $139.2 million.
\"\"
Net liabilities for remaining coverage
Net liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
186.8*
(0.6)
(2,282.4)
(421.0)
(2,517.2)
Opening liabilities
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Net opening balance
474.2
1.9
3,454.7
246.3
4,177.1
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue, net of allocation of reinsurance premiums\u2020
(3,363.8)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(3,363.8)
Insurance service expenses, net of amounts recoverable from
reinsurers
Incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(7.7)
1,962.5
72.4
2,027.2
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,039.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,039.0
Adjustments to liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(179.5)
(24.1)
(203.6)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
13.2
\u2013
\u2013
13.2
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
(4.3)
\u2013
(4.3)
Total net insurance service expenses
1,039.0
5.5
1,778.7
48.3
2,871.5
Insurance service result
(2,324.8)
5.5
1,778.7
48.3
(492.3)
Net finance (income)/expenses from insurance contracts
(9.1)
\u2013
148.8
\u2013
139.7
Net foreign exchange losses
20.5
0.1
52.3
7.4
80.3
Total change recognised in comprehensive income
(2,313.4)
5.6
1,979.8
55.7
(272.3)
Investment components
31.8
\u2013
(31.8)
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(258.3)
\u2013
(682.7)
(1.0)
(942.0)
Net cash flows
Net premium received
3,337.4
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
3,337.4
Net claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(988.5)
\u2013
(988.5)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(806.0)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(806.0)
Total cash flows
2,531.4
\u2013
(988.5)
\u2013
1,542.9
Closing assets
118.8*
\u2013
(1,696.3)
(520.8)
(2,098.3)
Closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net closing balance
465.7
7.5
3,731.5
301.0
4,505.7
*Includes LPT ARC gross of premium receivable $534.1\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2022 and $532.3\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2023.
\u2020Includes allocation of LPT premium of $61.7 million.
\"\"
20.1(b) Insurance contract liabilities
Insurance contracts \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Liabilities for remaining coverage
Liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
LRC Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Opening liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net opening balance
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue
(4,672.5)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(4,672.5)
Insurance service expenses
Incurred claims and other insurance service expenses
\u2013
(10.4)
2,612.6
136.6
2,738.8
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,075.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,075.6
Adjustments for liabilities for incurred claims relating to past
service
\u2013
\u2013
(155.2)
(340.5)
(495.7)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
12.3
\u2013
\u2013
12.3
Total insurance service expenses
1,075.6
1.9
2,457.4
(203.9)
3,331.0
Insurance service result
(3,596.9)
1.9
2,457.4
(203.9)
(1,341.5)
Net finance expense from insurance contracts
\u2013
\u2013
225.5
\u2013
225.5
Foreign exchange movements
(11.1)
\u2013
(69.2)
(3.5)
(83.8)
Total change in the consolidated income statement
(3,608.0)
1.9
2,613.7
(207.4)
(1,199.8)
Investment components
(0.6)
\u2013
0.6
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(277.1)
\u2013
(709.6)
(1.2)
(987.9)
Cash flows
Premium received
4,718.3
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
4,718.3
Claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,905.0)
\u2013
(1,905.0)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(833.3)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(833.3)
Total cash flows
3,885.0
\u2013
(1,905.0)
\u2013
1,980.0
Closing assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
Net closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
\"\"
Liabilities for remaining coverage
Liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
LRC Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Opening liabilities
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Net opening balance
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue
(4,483.2)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(4,483.2)
Insurance service expenses
Incurred claims and other insurance service expenses
\u2013
(8.3)
2,369.3
112.8
2,473.8
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,039.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,039.0
Adjustments for liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(372.9)
36.2
(336.7)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
13.2
\u2013
\u2013
13.2
Total insurance service expenses
1,039.0
4.9
1,996.4
149.0
3,189.3
Insurance service result
(3,444.2)
4.9
1,996.4
149.0
(1,293.9)
Net finance expense from insurance contracts
\u2013
\u2013
220.7
\u2013
220.7
Foreign exchange movements
24.9
0.1
73.7
7.1
105.8
Total change in the consolidated income statement
(3,419.3)
5.0
2,290.8
156.1
(967.4)
Investment components
(1.0)
\u2013
1.0
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(258.0)
\u2013
(693.1)
(1.6)
(952.7)
Cash flows
Premium received
4,543.8
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
4,543.8
Claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,908.0)
\u2013
(1,908.0)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(806.0)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(806.0)
Total cash flows
3,737.8
\u2013
(1,908.0)
\u2013
1,829.8
Closing assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
\"\"
20.1(c) Reinsurance contract assets \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Assets for remaining coverage
Assets for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
ARC Excluding
loss recovery
component
Loss recovery
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Opening liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net opening balance
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(1,209.4)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(1,209.4)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers
Recoveries of incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
\u2013
522.7
79.0
601.7
Adjustments to assets for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
100.2
(281.1)
(180.9)
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
0.6
\u2013
0.6
Total amounts recoverable from reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
623.5
(202.1)
421.4
Net expense from reinsurance contracts held
(1,209.4)
\u2013
623.5
(202.1)
(788.0)
Net finance income from reinsurance contracts
10.0
\u2013
63.4
\u2013
73.4
Foreign exchange movements
13.0
\u2013
(24.8)
2.1
(9.7)
Total changes in the consolidated income statement
(1,186.4)
\u2013
662.1
(200.0)
(724.3)
Investment components
(36.9)
\u2013
36.9
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in the statement of financial position
(5.3)
\u2013
(7.5)
(0.5)
(13.3)
Cash flows
Premium paid
1,277.7
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,277.7
Amounts received
\u2013
\u2013
(661.6)
\u2013
(661.6)
Total cash flows
1,277.7
\u2013
(661.6)
\u2013
616.1
Closing assets
(69.7)
\u2013
1,726.2
320.3
1,976.8
Closing liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net closing balance
(69.7)
\u2013
1,726.2
320.3
1,976.8
\"\"
Assets for remaining coverage
Assets for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
ARC Excluding
loss recovery
component
Loss recovery
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
(186.8)
0.6
2,282.4
421.0
2,517.2
Opening liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net opening balance
(186.8)
0.6
2,282.4
421.0
2,517.2
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(1,119.4)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(1,119.4)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers
Recoveries of incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(0.6)
406.8
40.4
446.6
Adjustments to assets for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(193.4)
60.3
(133.1)
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
4.3
\u2013
4.3
Total amounts recoverable from reinsurers
\u2013
(0.6)
217.7
100.7
317.8
Net expense from reinsurance contracts held
(1,119.4)
(0.6)
217.7
100.7
(801.6)
Net finance income from reinsurance contracts
9.1
\u2013
71.9
\u2013
81.0
Foreign exchange movements
4.4
\u2013
21.4
(0.3)
25.5
Total changes in the consolidated income statement
(1,105.9)
(0.6)
311.0
100.4
(695.1)
Investment components
(32.8)
\u2013
32.8
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in the statement of financial position
0.3
\u2013
(10.4)
(0.6)
(10.7)
Cash flows
Premium paid
1,206.4
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,206.4
Amounts received
\u2013
\u2013
(919.5)
\u2013
(919.5)
Total cash flows
1,206.4
\u2013
(919.5)
\u2013
286.9
Closing assets
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Closing liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net closing balance
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
\"\"
The development of insurance contract liabilities provides a\u00a0measure of the Group\u2019s ability to estimate the ultimate cost of claims.
The Group analyses actual claims development compared with previous estimates on an accident year basis.
The Group provides information on the gross and net claims development for the current reporting period and four years prior
to\u00a0it. The Group considers that there is no significant uncertainty with regard to claims that were incurred more than four years
before the reporting period.
(a) Insurance contract liability for incurred claims \u2013 net of reinsurance
Accident year
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Estimate of ultimate claims costs as adjusted for
foreign exchange*
at end of accident year:
1,870.7
1,554.1
1,489.8
1,457.4
1,606.7
7,978.7
one period later
1,858.0
1,460.8
1,501.9
1,408.9
6,229.6
two periods later
1,708.0
1,413.3
1,394.0
4,515.3
three periods later
1,673.6
1,385.4
3,059.0
four periods later
1,644.4
1,644.4
Current estimate of cumulative claims
1,644.4
1,385.4
1,394.0
1,408.9
1,606.7
7,439.4
Cumulative payments to date
(1,202.8)
(973.3)
(885.5)
(666.8)
(353.0)
(4,081.4)
Net cumulative liability for incurred claims \u2013 accident
years from 2020\u20132024
441.6
412.1
508.5
742.1
1,253.7
3,358.0
Net cumulative liability for incurred claims in respect of
accident years before 2020
949.3
Effect of discounting
(313.1)
Total Group liability for incurred claims to external parties included in balance sheet \u2013 net
3,994.2
*The foreign exchange adjustment arises from the retranslation of the estimates at each date using the exchange rate ruling at 31\u00a0December 2024.
The table above excludes reinsurance recoveries related to the retroactive reinsurance contracts, for example legacy portfolio transfer arrangements where the
financial effect of the underlying claims is still uncertain. These are included in reinsurance contract asset for remaining coverage.
(b) Insurance contract liability for incurred claims \u2013 gross
Accident year
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Estimate of ultimate claims costs as adjusted for
foreign exchange*
at end of accident year:
3,227.3
2,515.3
2,495.5
1,956.1
2,250.7
12,444.9
one period later
3,196.0
2,405.8
2,491.6
1,895.9
9,989.3
two periods later
3,021.0
2,249.3
2,159.6
7,429.9
three periods later
2,954.0
2,185.0
5,139.0
four periods later
2,948.5
2,948.5
Current estimate of cumulative claims
2,948.5
2,185.0
2,159.6
1,895.9
2,250.7
11,439.7
Cumulative payments to date
(2,176.2)
(1,537.4)
(1,225.6)
(794.3)
(393.9)
(6,127.4)
Gross cumulative liability for incurred claims \u2013
accident years from 2020-2024
772.3
647.6
934.0
1,101.6
1,856.8
5,312.3
Gross cumulative liability for incurred claims in respect
of accident years before 2020
1,169.8
Effect of discounting
(441.4)
Total Group liability for incurred claims to external parties included in balance sheet \u2013 gross
6,040.7
*The foreign exchange adjustment arises from the retranslation of the estimates at each date using the exchange rate ruling at 31\u00a0December 2024.
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20 Insurance contract liabilities and reinsurance contract assets
2024
2023
$m
$m
Insurance contract liabilities
6,396.3
6,604.0
Reinsurance contract assets
(1,976.8)
(2,098.3)
Net insurance contract liabilities
4,419.5
4,505.7
Detailed reconciliation of changes in insurance contract balances during the year is included below in note 20.1.
The analysis of changes is disclosed at a consolidated level in line with how the Group manages and monitors the statement
of\u00a0financial position. Further details related to changes in the consolidated income statement by segmental reporting are
disclosed in note 4.
20.1(a) Net insurance contract liabilities
Net insurance contracts \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Net liabilities for remaining coverage
Net liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
118.8*
\u2013
(1,696.3)
(520.8)
(2,098.3)
Opening liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net opening balance
465.7
7.5
3,731.5
301.0
4,505.7
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue, net of allocation of reinsurance premiums\u2020
(3,463.1)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(3,463.1)
Insurance service expenses, net of amounts recoverable from
reinsurers
Incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(10.4)
2,089.9
57.6
2,137.1
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,075.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,075.6
Adjustments to liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(255.4)
(59.4)
(314.8)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
12.3
\u2013
\u2013
12.3
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
(0.6)
\u2013
(0.6)
Total net insurance service expenses
1,075.6
1.9
1,833.9
(1.8)
2,909.6
Insurance service result
(2,387.5)
1.9
1,833.9
(1.8)
(553.5)
Net finance (income)/expenses from insurance contracts
(10.0)
\u2013
162.1
\u2013
152.1
Net foreign exchange losses
(24.1)
\u2013
(44.4)
(5.6)
(74.1)
Total change recognised in comprehensive income
(2,421.6)
1.9
1,951.6
(7.4)
(475.5)
Investment components
36.3
\u2013
(36.3)
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(271.8)
\u2013
(702.1)
(0.7)
(974.6)
Net cash flows
Net premium received
3,440.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
3,440.6
Net claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,243.4)
\u2013
(1,243.4)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(833.3)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(833.3)
Total cash flows
2,607.3
\u2013
(1,243.4)
\u2013
1,363.9
Closing assets
69.7*
\u2013
(1,726.2)
(320.3)
(1,976.8)
Closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
Net closing balance
415.9
9.4
3,701.3
292.9
4,419.5
*The net liabilities for remaining coverage, excluding loss component, includes LPT ARC gross of premium payables of $532.3\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2023 and
$407.0\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2024.
\u2020Includes allocation of LPT premium of $139.2 million.
\"\"
Net liabilities for remaining coverage
Net liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
186.8*
(0.6)
(2,282.4)
(421.0)
(2,517.2)
Opening liabilities
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Net opening balance
474.2
1.9
3,454.7
246.3
4,177.1
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue, net of allocation of reinsurance premiums\u2020
(3,363.8)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(3,363.8)
Insurance service expenses, net of amounts recoverable from
reinsurers
Incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(7.7)
1,962.5
72.4
2,027.2
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,039.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,039.0
Adjustments to liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(179.5)
(24.1)
(203.6)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
13.2
\u2013
\u2013
13.2
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
(4.3)
\u2013
(4.3)
Total net insurance service expenses
1,039.0
5.5
1,778.7
48.3
2,871.5
Insurance service result
(2,324.8)
5.5
1,778.7
48.3
(492.3)
Net finance (income)/expenses from insurance contracts
(9.1)
\u2013
148.8
\u2013
139.7
Net foreign exchange losses
20.5
0.1
52.3
7.4
80.3
Total change recognised in comprehensive income
(2,313.4)
5.6
1,979.8
55.7
(272.3)
Investment components
31.8
\u2013
(31.8)
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(258.3)
\u2013
(682.7)
(1.0)
(942.0)
Net cash flows
Net premium received
3,337.4
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
3,337.4
Net claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(988.5)
\u2013
(988.5)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(806.0)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(806.0)
Total cash flows
2,531.4
\u2013
(988.5)
\u2013
1,542.9
Closing assets
118.8*
\u2013
(1,696.3)
(520.8)
(2,098.3)
Closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net closing balance
465.7
7.5
3,731.5
301.0
4,505.7
*Includes LPT ARC gross of premium receivable $534.1\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2022 and $532.3\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2023.
\u2020Includes allocation of LPT premium of $61.7 million.
\"\"
20.1(b) Insurance contract liabilities
Insurance contracts \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Liabilities for remaining coverage
Liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
LRC Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Opening liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net opening balance
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue
(4,672.5)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(4,672.5)
Insurance service expenses
Incurred claims and other insurance service expenses
\u2013
(10.4)
2,612.6
136.6
2,738.8
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,075.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,075.6
Adjustments for liabilities for incurred claims relating to past
service
\u2013
\u2013
(155.2)
(340.5)
(495.7)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
12.3
\u2013
\u2013
12.3
Total insurance service expenses
1,075.6
1.9
2,457.4
(203.9)
3,331.0
Insurance service result
(3,596.9)
1.9
2,457.4
(203.9)
(1,341.5)
Net finance expense from insurance contracts
\u2013
\u2013
225.5
\u2013
225.5
Foreign exchange movements
(11.1)
\u2013
(69.2)
(3.5)
(83.8)
Total change in the consolidated income statement
(3,608.0)
1.9
2,613.7
(207.4)
(1,199.8)
Investment components
(0.6)
\u2013
0.6
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(277.1)
\u2013
(709.6)
(1.2)
(987.9)
Cash flows
Premium received
4,718.3
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
4,718.3
Claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,905.0)
\u2013
(1,905.0)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(833.3)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(833.3)
Total cash flows
3,885.0
\u2013
(1,905.0)
\u2013
1,980.0
Closing assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
Net closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
\"\"
Liabilities for remaining coverage
Liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
LRC Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Opening liabilities
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Net opening balance
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue
(4,483.2)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(4,483.2)
Insurance service expenses
Incurred claims and other insurance service expenses
\u2013
(8.3)
2,369.3
112.8
2,473.8
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,039.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,039.0
Adjustments for liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(372.9)
36.2
(336.7)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
13.2
\u2013
\u2013
13.2
Total insurance service expenses
1,039.0
4.9
1,996.4
149.0
3,189.3
Insurance service result
(3,444.2)
4.9
1,996.4
149.0
(1,293.9)
Net finance expense from insurance contracts
\u2013
\u2013
220.7
\u2013
220.7
Foreign exchange movements
24.9
0.1
73.7
7.1
105.8
Total change in the consolidated income statement
(3,419.3)
5.0
2,290.8
156.1
(967.4)
Investment components
(1.0)
\u2013
1.0
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(258.0)
\u2013
(693.1)
(1.6)
(952.7)
Cash flows
Premium received
4,543.8
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
4,543.8
Claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,908.0)
\u2013
(1,908.0)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(806.0)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(806.0)
Total cash flows
3,737.8
\u2013
(1,908.0)
\u2013
1,829.8
Closing assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
\"\"
20.1(c) Reinsurance contract assets \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Assets for remaining coverage
Assets for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
ARC Excluding
loss recovery
component
Loss recovery
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Opening liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net opening balance
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(1,209.4)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(1,209.4)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers
Recoveries of incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
\u2013
522.7
79.0
601.7
Adjustments to assets for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
100.2
(281.1)
(180.9)
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
0.6
\u2013
0.6
Total amounts recoverable from reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
623.5
(202.1)
421.4
Net expense from reinsurance contracts held
(1,209.4)
\u2013
623.5
(202.1)
(788.0)
Net finance income from reinsurance contracts
10.0
\u2013
63.4
\u2013
73.4
Foreign exchange movements
13.0
\u2013
(24.8)
2.1
(9.7)
Total changes in the consolidated income statement
(1,186.4)
\u2013
662.1
(200.0)
(724.3)
Investment components
(36.9)
\u2013
36.9
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in the statement of financial position
(5.3)
\u2013
(7.5)
(0.5)
(13.3)
Cash flows
Premium paid
1,277.7
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,277.7
Amounts received
\u2013
\u2013
(661.6)
\u2013
(661.6)
Total cash flows
1,277.7
\u2013
(661.6)
\u2013
616.1
Closing assets
(69.7)
\u2013
1,726.2
320.3
1,976.8
Closing liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net closing balance
(69.7)
\u2013
1,726.2
320.3
1,976.8
\"\"
Assets for remaining coverage
Assets for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
ARC Excluding
loss recovery
component
Loss recovery
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
(186.8)
0.6
2,282.4
421.0
2,517.2
Opening liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net opening balance
(186.8)
0.6
2,282.4
421.0
2,517.2
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(1,119.4)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(1,119.4)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers
Recoveries of incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(0.6)
406.8
40.4
446.6
Adjustments to assets for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(193.4)
60.3
(133.1)
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
4.3
\u2013
4.3
Total amounts recoverable from reinsurers
\u2013
(0.6)
217.7
100.7
317.8
Net expense from reinsurance contracts held
(1,119.4)
(0.6)
217.7
100.7
(801.6)
Net finance income from reinsurance contracts
9.1
\u2013
71.9
\u2013
81.0
Foreign exchange movements
4.4
\u2013
21.4
(0.3)
25.5
Total changes in the consolidated income statement
(1,105.9)
(0.6)
311.0
100.4
(695.1)
Investment components
(32.8)
\u2013
32.8
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in the statement of financial position
0.3
\u2013
(10.4)
(0.6)
(10.7)
Cash flows
Premium paid
1,206.4
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,206.4
Amounts received
\u2013
\u2013
(919.5)
\u2013
(919.5)
Total cash flows
1,206.4
\u2013
(919.5)
\u2013
286.9
Closing assets
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Closing liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net closing balance
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
\"\"
The development of insurance contract liabilities provides a\u00a0measure of the Group\u2019s ability to estimate the ultimate cost of claims.
The Group analyses actual claims development compared with previous estimates on an accident year basis.
The Group provides information on the gross and net claims development for the current reporting period and four years prior
to\u00a0it. The Group considers that there is no significant uncertainty with regard to claims that were incurred more than four years
before the reporting period.
(a) Insurance contract liability for incurred claims \u2013 net of reinsurance
Accident year
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Estimate of ultimate claims costs as adjusted for
foreign exchange*
at end of accident year:
1,870.7
1,554.1
1,489.8
1,457.4
1,606.7
7,978.7
one period later
1,858.0
1,460.8
1,501.9
1,408.9
6,229.6
two periods later
1,708.0
1,413.3
1,394.0
4,515.3
three periods later
1,673.6
1,385.4
3,059.0
four periods later
1,644.4
1,644.4
Current estimate of cumulative claims
1,644.4
1,385.4
1,394.0
1,408.9
1,606.7
7,439.4
Cumulative payments to date
(1,202.8)
(973.3)
(885.5)
(666.8)
(353.0)
(4,081.4)
Net cumulative liability for incurred claims \u2013 accident
years from 2020\u20132024
441.6
412.1
508.5
742.1
1,253.7
3,358.0
Net cumulative liability for incurred claims in respect of
accident years before 2020
949.3
Effect of discounting
(313.1)
Total Group liability for incurred claims to external parties included in balance sheet \u2013 net
3,994.2
*The foreign exchange adjustment arises from the retranslation of the estimates at each date using the exchange rate ruling at 31\u00a0December 2024.
The table above excludes reinsurance recoveries related to the retroactive reinsurance contracts, for example legacy portfolio transfer arrangements where the
financial effect of the underlying claims is still uncertain. These are included in reinsurance contract asset for remaining coverage.
(b) Insurance contract liability for incurred claims \u2013 gross
Accident year
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Estimate of ultimate claims costs as adjusted for
foreign exchange*
at end of accident year:
3,227.3
2,515.3
2,495.5
1,956.1
2,250.7
12,444.9
one period later
3,196.0
2,405.8
2,491.6
1,895.9
9,989.3
two periods later
3,021.0
2,249.3
2,159.6
7,429.9
three periods later
2,954.0
2,185.0
5,139.0
four periods later
2,948.5
2,948.5
Current estimate of cumulative claims
2,948.5
2,185.0
2,159.6
1,895.9
2,250.7
11,439.7
Cumulative payments to date
(2,176.2)
(1,537.4)
(1,225.6)
(794.3)
(393.9)
(6,127.4)
Gross cumulative liability for incurred claims \u2013
accident years from 2020-2024
772.3
647.6
934.0
1,101.6
1,856.8
5,312.3
Gross cumulative liability for incurred claims in respect
of accident years before 2020
1,169.8
Effect of discounting
(441.4)
Total Group liability for incurred claims to external parties included in balance sheet \u2013 gross
6,040.7
*The foreign exchange adjustment arises from the retranslation of the estimates at each date using the exchange rate ruling at 31\u00a0December 2024.
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20 Insurance contract liabilities and reinsurance contract assets
2024
2023
$m
$m
Insurance contract liabilities
6,396.3
6,604.0
Reinsurance contract assets
(1,976.8)
(2,098.3)
Net insurance contract liabilities
4,419.5
4,505.7
Detailed reconciliation of changes in insurance contract balances during the year is included below in note 20.1.
The analysis of changes is disclosed at a consolidated level in line with how the Group manages and monitors the statement
of\u00a0financial position. Further details related to changes in the consolidated income statement by segmental reporting are
disclosed in note 4.
20.1(a) Net insurance contract liabilities
Net insurance contracts \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Net liabilities for remaining coverage
Net liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
118.8*
\u2013
(1,696.3)
(520.8)
(2,098.3)
Opening liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net opening balance
465.7
7.5
3,731.5
301.0
4,505.7
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue, net of allocation of reinsurance premiums\u2020
(3,463.1)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(3,463.1)
Insurance service expenses, net of amounts recoverable from
reinsurers
Incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(10.4)
2,089.9
57.6
2,137.1
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,075.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,075.6
Adjustments to liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(255.4)
(59.4)
(314.8)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
12.3
\u2013
\u2013
12.3
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
(0.6)
\u2013
(0.6)
Total net insurance service expenses
1,075.6
1.9
1,833.9
(1.8)
2,909.6
Insurance service result
(2,387.5)
1.9
1,833.9
(1.8)
(553.5)
Net finance (income)/expenses from insurance contracts
(10.0)
\u2013
162.1
\u2013
152.1
Net foreign exchange losses
(24.1)
\u2013
(44.4)
(5.6)
(74.1)
Total change recognised in comprehensive income
(2,421.6)
1.9
1,951.6
(7.4)
(475.5)
Investment components
36.3
\u2013
(36.3)
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(271.8)
\u2013
(702.1)
(0.7)
(974.6)
Net cash flows
Net premium received
3,440.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
3,440.6
Net claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,243.4)
\u2013
(1,243.4)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(833.3)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(833.3)
Total cash flows
2,607.3
\u2013
(1,243.4)
\u2013
1,363.9
Closing assets
69.7*
\u2013
(1,726.2)
(320.3)
(1,976.8)
Closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
Net closing balance
415.9
9.4
3,701.3
292.9
4,419.5
*The net liabilities for remaining coverage, excluding loss component, includes LPT ARC gross of premium payables of $532.3\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2023 and
$407.0\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2024.
\u2020Includes allocation of LPT premium of $139.2 million.
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Net liabilities for remaining coverage
Net liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
186.8*
(0.6)
(2,282.4)
(421.0)
(2,517.2)
Opening liabilities
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Net opening balance
474.2
1.9
3,454.7
246.3
4,177.1
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue, net of allocation of reinsurance premiums\u2020
(3,363.8)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(3,363.8)
Insurance service expenses, net of amounts recoverable from
reinsurers
Incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(7.7)
1,962.5
72.4
2,027.2
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,039.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,039.0
Adjustments to liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(179.5)
(24.1)
(203.6)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
13.2
\u2013
\u2013
13.2
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
(4.3)
\u2013
(4.3)
Total net insurance service expenses
1,039.0
5.5
1,778.7
48.3
2,871.5
Insurance service result
(2,324.8)
5.5
1,778.7
48.3
(492.3)
Net finance (income)/expenses from insurance contracts
(9.1)
\u2013
148.8
\u2013
139.7
Net foreign exchange losses
20.5
0.1
52.3
7.4
80.3
Total change recognised in comprehensive income
(2,313.4)
5.6
1,979.8
55.7
(272.3)
Investment components
31.8
\u2013
(31.8)
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(258.3)
\u2013
(682.7)
(1.0)
(942.0)
Net cash flows
Net premium received
3,337.4
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
3,337.4
Net claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(988.5)
\u2013
(988.5)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(806.0)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(806.0)
Total cash flows
2,531.4
\u2013
(988.5)
\u2013
1,542.9
Closing assets
118.8*
\u2013
(1,696.3)
(520.8)
(2,098.3)
Closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net closing balance
465.7
7.5
3,731.5
301.0
4,505.7
*Includes LPT ARC gross of premium receivable $534.1\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2022 and $532.3\u00a0million at 31\u00a0December 2023.
\u2020Includes allocation of LPT premium of $61.7 million.
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20.1(b) Insurance contract liabilities
Insurance contracts \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Liabilities for remaining coverage
Liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
LRC Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Opening liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net opening balance
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue
(4,672.5)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(4,672.5)
Insurance service expenses
Incurred claims and other insurance service expenses
\u2013
(10.4)
2,612.6
136.6
2,738.8
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,075.6
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,075.6
Adjustments for liabilities for incurred claims relating to past
service
\u2013
\u2013
(155.2)
(340.5)
(495.7)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
12.3
\u2013
\u2013
12.3
Total insurance service expenses
1,075.6
1.9
2,457.4
(203.9)
3,331.0
Insurance service result
(3,596.9)
1.9
2,457.4
(203.9)
(1,341.5)
Net finance expense from insurance contracts
\u2013
\u2013
225.5
\u2013
225.5
Foreign exchange movements
(11.1)
\u2013
(69.2)
(3.5)
(83.8)
Total change in the consolidated income statement
(3,608.0)
1.9
2,613.7
(207.4)
(1,199.8)
Investment components
(0.6)
\u2013
0.6
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(277.1)
\u2013
(709.6)
(1.2)
(987.9)
Cash flows
Premium received
4,718.3
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
4,718.3
Claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,905.0)
\u2013
(1,905.0)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(833.3)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(833.3)
Total cash flows
3,885.0
\u2013
(1,905.0)
\u2013
1,980.0
Closing assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
Net closing liabilities
346.2
9.4
5,427.5
613.2
6,396.3
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Liabilities for remaining coverage
Liabilities for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
LRC Excluding
loss component
Loss
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Opening liabilities
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Net opening balance
287.4
2.5
5,737.1
667.3
6,694.3
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Insurance revenue
(4,483.2)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(4,483.2)
Insurance service expenses
Incurred claims and other insurance service expenses
\u2013
(8.3)
2,369.3
112.8
2,473.8
Amortisation of insurance acquisition cash flows
1,039.0
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,039.0
Adjustments for liabilities for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(372.9)
36.2
(336.7)
Losses and reversals of losses on onerous contracts
\u2013
13.2
\u2013
\u2013
13.2
Total insurance service expenses
1,039.0
4.9
1,996.4
149.0
3,189.3
Insurance service result
(3,444.2)
4.9
1,996.4
149.0
(1,293.9)
Net finance expense from insurance contracts
\u2013
\u2013
220.7
\u2013
220.7
Foreign exchange movements
24.9
0.1
73.7
7.1
105.8
Total change in the consolidated income statement
(3,419.3)
5.0
2,290.8
156.1
(967.4)
Investment components
(1.0)
\u2013
1.0
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in statement of financial position
(258.0)
\u2013
(693.1)
(1.6)
(952.7)
Cash flows
Premium received
4,543.8
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
4,543.8
Claims and other insurance service expenses paid
\u2013
\u2013
(1,908.0)
\u2013
(1,908.0)
Insurance acquisition cash flows
(806.0)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(806.0)
Total cash flows
3,737.8
\u2013
(1,908.0)
\u2013
1,829.8
Closing assets
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
Net closing liabilities
346.9
7.5
5,427.8
821.8
6,604.0
\"\"
20.1(c) Reinsurance contract assets \u2013 analysis by remaining coverage and incurred claims
Assets for remaining coverage
Assets for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2024
ARC Excluding
loss recovery
component
Loss recovery
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Opening liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net opening balance
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(1,209.4)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(1,209.4)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers
Recoveries of incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
\u2013
522.7
79.0
601.7
Adjustments to assets for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
100.2
(281.1)
(180.9)
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
0.6
\u2013
0.6
Total amounts recoverable from reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
623.5
(202.1)
421.4
Net expense from reinsurance contracts held
(1,209.4)
\u2013
623.5
(202.1)
(788.0)
Net finance income from reinsurance contracts
10.0
\u2013
63.4
\u2013
73.4
Foreign exchange movements
13.0
\u2013
(24.8)
2.1
(9.7)
Total changes in the consolidated income statement
(1,186.4)
\u2013
662.1
(200.0)
(724.3)
Investment components
(36.9)
\u2013
36.9
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in the statement of financial position
(5.3)
\u2013
(7.5)
(0.5)
(13.3)
Cash flows
Premium paid
1,277.7
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,277.7
Amounts received
\u2013
\u2013
(661.6)
\u2013
(661.6)
Total cash flows
1,277.7
\u2013
(661.6)
\u2013
616.1
Closing assets
(69.7)
\u2013
1,726.2
320.3
1,976.8
Closing liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net closing balance
(69.7)
\u2013
1,726.2
320.3
1,976.8
\"\"
Assets for remaining coverage
Assets for incurred claims
Year to 31 December 2023
ARC Excluding
loss recovery
component
Loss recovery
component
Estimates of
present value of
future cash flows
Risk adjustment
for non-financial
risk
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Opening assets
(186.8)
0.6
2,282.4
421.0
2,517.2
Opening liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net opening balance
(186.8)
0.6
2,282.4
421.0
2,517.2
Changes in the consolidated income statement
Allocation of reinsurance premiums
(1,119.4)
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
(1,119.4)
Amounts recoverable from reinsurers
Recoveries of incurred claims and other attributable expenses
\u2013
(0.6)
406.8
40.4
446.6
Adjustments to assets for incurred claims relating to past service
\u2013
\u2013
(193.4)
60.3
(133.1)
Effect of changes in non-performance risk of reinsurers
\u2013
\u2013
4.3
\u2013
4.3
Total amounts recoverable from reinsurers
\u2013
(0.6)
217.7
100.7
317.8
Net expense from reinsurance contracts held
(1,119.4)
(0.6)
217.7
100.7
(801.6)
Net finance income from reinsurance contracts
9.1
\u2013
71.9
\u2013
81.0
Foreign exchange movements
4.4
\u2013
21.4
(0.3)
25.5
Total changes in the consolidated income statement
(1,105.9)
(0.6)
311.0
100.4
(695.1)
Investment components
(32.8)
\u2013
32.8
\u2013
\u2013
Transfer to other items in the statement of financial position
0.3
\u2013
(10.4)
(0.6)
(10.7)
Cash flows
Premium paid
1,206.4
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
1,206.4
Amounts received
\u2013
\u2013
(919.5)
\u2013
(919.5)
Total cash flows
1,206.4
\u2013
(919.5)
\u2013
286.9
Closing assets
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
Closing liabilities
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net closing balance
(118.8)
\u2013
1,696.3
520.8
2,098.3
\"\"
The development of insurance contract liabilities provides a\u00a0measure of the Group\u2019s ability to estimate the ultimate cost of claims.
The Group analyses actual claims development compared with previous estimates on an accident year basis.
The Group provides information on the gross and net claims development for the current reporting period and four years prior
to\u00a0it. The Group considers that there is no significant uncertainty with regard to claims that were incurred more than four years
before the reporting period.
(a) Insurance contract liability for incurred claims \u2013 net of reinsurance
Accident year
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Estimate of ultimate claims costs as adjusted for
foreign exchange*
at end of accident year:
1,870.7
1,554.1
1,489.8
1,457.4
1,606.7
7,978.7
one period later
1,858.0
1,460.8
1,501.9
1,408.9
6,229.6
two periods later
1,708.0
1,413.3
1,394.0
4,515.3
three periods later
1,673.6
1,385.4
3,059.0
four periods later
1,644.4
1,644.4
Current estimate of cumulative claims
1,644.4
1,385.4
1,394.0
1,408.9
1,606.7
7,439.4
Cumulative payments to date
(1,202.8)
(973.3)
(885.5)
(666.8)
(353.0)
(4,081.4)
Net cumulative liability for incurred claims \u2013 accident
years from 2020\u20132024
441.6
412.1
508.5
742.1
1,253.7
3,358.0
Net cumulative liability for incurred claims in respect of
accident years before 2020
949.3
Effect of discounting
(313.1)
Total Group liability for incurred claims to external parties included in balance sheet \u2013 net
3,994.2
*The foreign exchange adjustment arises from the retranslation of the estimates at each date using the exchange rate ruling at 31\u00a0December 2024.
The table above excludes reinsurance recoveries related to the retroactive reinsurance contracts, for example legacy portfolio transfer arrangements where the
financial effect of the underlying claims is still uncertain. These are included in reinsurance contract asset for remaining coverage.
(b) Insurance contract liability for incurred claims \u2013 gross
Accident year
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Estimate of ultimate claims costs as adjusted for
foreign exchange*
at end of accident year:
3,227.3
2,515.3
2,495.5
1,956.1
2,250.7
12,444.9
one period later
3,196.0
2,405.8
2,491.6
1,895.9
9,989.3
two periods later
3,021.0
2,249.3
2,159.6
7,429.9
three periods later
2,954.0
2,185.0
5,139.0
four periods later
2,948.5
2,948.5
Current estimate of cumulative claims
2,948.5
2,185.0
2,159.6
1,895.9
2,250.7
11,439.7
Cumulative payments to date
(2,176.2)
(1,537.4)
(1,225.6)
(794.3)
(393.9)
(6,127.4)
Gross cumulative liability for incurred claims \u2013
accident years from 2020-2024
772.3
647.6
934.0
1,101.6
1,856.8
5,312.3
Gross cumulative liability for incurred claims in respect
of accident years before 2020
1,169.8
Effect of discounting
(441.4)
Total Group liability for incurred claims to external parties included in balance sheet \u2013 gross
6,040.7
*The foreign exchange adjustment arises from the retranslation of the estimates at each date using the exchange rate ruling at 31\u00a0December 2024.
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The development of insurance contract liabilities provides a\u00a0measure of the Group\u2019s ability to estimate the ultimate cost of claims.
The Group analyses actual claims development compared with previous estimates on an accident year basis.
The Group provides information on the gross and net claims development for the current reporting period and four years prior
to\u00a0it. The Group considers that there is no significant uncertainty with regard to claims that were incurred more than four years
before the reporting period.
(a) Insurance contract liability for incurred claims \u2013 net of reinsurance
Accident year
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Estimate of ultimate claims costs as adjusted for
foreign exchange*
at end of accident year:
1,870.7
1,554.1
1,489.8
1,457.4
1,606.7
7,978.7
one period later
1,858.0
1,460.8
1,501.9
1,408.9
6,229.6
two periods later
1,708.0
1,413.3
1,394.0
4,515.3
three periods later
1,673.6
1,385.4
3,059.0
four periods later
1,644.4
1,644.4
Current estimate of cumulative claims
1,644.4
1,385.4
1,394.0
1,408.9
1,606.7
7,439.4
Cumulative payments to date
(1,202.8)
(973.3)
(885.5)
(666.8)
(353.0)
(4,081.4)
Net cumulative liability for incurred claims \u2013 accident
years from 2020\u20132024
441.6
412.1
508.5
742.1
1,253.7
3,358.0
Net cumulative liability for incurred claims in respect of
accident years before 2020
949.3
Effect of discounting
(313.1)
Total Group liability for incurred claims to external parties included in balance sheet \u2013 net
3,994.2
*The foreign exchange adjustment arises from the retranslation of the estimates at each date using the exchange rate ruling at 31\u00a0December 2024.
The table above excludes reinsurance recoveries related to the retroactive reinsurance contracts, for example legacy portfolio transfer arrangements where the
financial effect of the underlying claims is still uncertain. These are included in reinsurance contract asset for remaining coverage.
(b) Insurance contract liability for incurred claims \u2013 gross
Accident year
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Estimate of ultimate claims costs as adjusted for
foreign exchange*
at end of accident year:
3,227.3
2,515.3
2,495.5
1,956.1
2,250.7
12,444.9
one period later
3,196.0
2,405.8
2,491.6
1,895.9
9,989.3
two periods later
3,021.0
2,249.3
2,159.6
7,429.9
three periods later
2,954.0
2,185.0
5,139.0
four periods later
2,948.5
2,948.5
Current estimate of cumulative claims
2,948.5
2,185.0
2,159.6
1,895.9
2,250.7
11,439.7
Cumulative payments to date
(2,176.2)
(1,537.4)
(1,225.6)
(794.3)
(393.9)
(6,127.4)
Gross cumulative liability for incurred claims \u2013
accident years from 2020-2024
772.3
647.6
934.0
1,101.6
1,856.8
5,312.3
Gross cumulative liability for incurred claims in respect
of accident years before 2020
1,169.8
Effect of discounting
(441.4)
Total Group liability for incurred claims to external parties included in balance sheet \u2013 gross
6,040.7
*The foreign exchange adjustment arises from the retranslation of the estimates at each date using the exchange rate ruling at 31\u00a0December 2024.
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21 Trade and other payables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Social security and other taxes payable
13.5
12.6
Lease liabilities
79.5
79.8
Accruals and other creditors\u00a0
249.9
270.1
Total
342.9
362.5
The amounts expected to be settled before and after one year are estimated as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
270.8
284.9
After one year
72.1
77.6
Total
342.9
362.5
The carrying amounts disclosed above are reasonably approximate to the fair value at the reporting date.
The Group acts as both lessee and lessor in relation to various offices in the UK and overseas, which are held under
non-cancellable lease agreements. The leases have varying terms, escalation clauses and renewal terms.
Extension and termination options were taken into account on recognition of the lease liability if the Group was reasonably
certain\u00a0that these options would be exercised in the future. As a general rule, the Group recognises non-lease components,
such\u00a0as services, separately to lease payments.
Maturity analysis \u2013 contractual undiscounted cash flows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
12.7
16.4
Later than one year and not later than five years
44.0
43.2
Later than five years
29.9
36.4
Total undiscounted lease liabilities
86.6
96.0
Income from subleasing
Hiscox acts as a lessor and sublets excess capacity of its office space to third parties.
The total future aggregate minimum lease rentals receivable by the Group as lessor under non-cancellable operating property
leases are as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
2.2
2.2
Later than one year and not later than five years
1.0
1.0
3.2
3.2
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfOtherCurrentLiabilitiesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-478": { "value": "
21 Trade and other payables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Social security and other taxes payable
13.5
12.6
Lease liabilities
79.5
79.8
Accruals and other creditors\u00a0
249.9
270.1
Total
342.9
362.5
The amounts expected to be settled before and after one year are estimated as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
270.8
284.9
After one year
72.1
77.6
Total
342.9
362.5
The carrying amounts disclosed above are reasonably approximate to the fair value at the reporting date.
The Group acts as both lessee and lessor in relation to various offices in the UK and overseas, which are held under
non-cancellable lease agreements. The leases have varying terms, escalation clauses and renewal terms.
Extension and termination options were taken into account on recognition of the lease liability if the Group was reasonably
certain\u00a0that these options would be exercised in the future. As a general rule, the Group recognises non-lease components,
such\u00a0as services, separately to lease payments.
Maturity analysis \u2013 contractual undiscounted cash flows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
12.7
16.4
Later than one year and not later than five years
44.0
43.2
Later than five years
29.9
36.4
Total undiscounted lease liabilities
86.6
96.0
Income from subleasing
Hiscox acts as a lessor and sublets excess capacity of its office space to third parties.
The total future aggregate minimum lease rentals receivable by the Group as lessor under non-cancellable operating property
leases are as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
2.2
2.2
Later than one year and not later than five years
1.0
1.0
3.2
3.2
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfOtherNoncurrentLiabilitiesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-477": { "value": "
21 Trade and other payables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Social security and other taxes payable
13.5
12.6
Lease liabilities
79.5
79.8
Accruals and other creditors\u00a0
249.9
270.1
Total
342.9
362.5
The amounts expected to be settled before and after one year are estimated as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
270.8
284.9
After one year
72.1
77.6
Total
342.9
362.5
The carrying amounts disclosed above are reasonably approximate to the fair value at the reporting date.
The Group acts as both lessee and lessor in relation to various offices in the UK and overseas, which are held under
non-cancellable lease agreements. The leases have varying terms, escalation clauses and renewal terms.
Extension and termination options were taken into account on recognition of the lease liability if the Group was reasonably
certain\u00a0that these options would be exercised in the future. As a general rule, the Group recognises non-lease components,
such\u00a0as services, separately to lease payments.
Maturity analysis \u2013 contractual undiscounted cash flows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
12.7
16.4
Later than one year and not later than five years
44.0
43.2
Later than five years
29.9
36.4
Total undiscounted lease liabilities
86.6
96.0
Income from subleasing
Hiscox acts as a lessor and sublets excess capacity of its office space to third parties.
The total future aggregate minimum lease rentals receivable by the Group as lessor under non-cancellable operating property
leases are as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
2.2
2.2
Later than one year and not later than five years
1.0
1.0
3.2
3.2
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfOtherLiabilitiesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-476": { "value": "
21 Trade and other payables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Social security and other taxes payable
13.5
12.6
Lease liabilities
79.5
79.8
Accruals and other creditors\u00a0
249.9
270.1
Total
342.9
362.5
The amounts expected to be settled before and after one year are estimated as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
270.8
284.9
After one year
72.1
77.6
Total
342.9
362.5
The carrying amounts disclosed above are reasonably approximate to the fair value at the reporting date.
The Group acts as both lessee and lessor in relation to various offices in the UK and overseas, which are held under
non-cancellable lease agreements. The leases have varying terms, escalation clauses and renewal terms.
Extension and termination options were taken into account on recognition of the lease liability if the Group was reasonably
certain\u00a0that these options would be exercised in the future. As a general rule, the Group recognises non-lease components,
such\u00a0as services, separately to lease payments.
Maturity analysis \u2013 contractual undiscounted cash flows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
12.7
16.4
Later than one year and not later than five years
44.0
43.2
Later than five years
29.9
36.4
Total undiscounted lease liabilities
86.6
96.0
Income from subleasing
Hiscox acts as a lessor and sublets excess capacity of its office space to third parties.
The total future aggregate minimum lease rentals receivable by the Group as lessor under non-cancellable operating property
leases are as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
2.2
2.2
Later than one year and not later than five years
1.0
1.0
3.2
3.2
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfAccruedExpensesAndOtherLiabilitiesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-475": { "value": "
21 Trade and other payables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Social security and other taxes payable
13.5
12.6
Lease liabilities
79.5
79.8
Accruals and other creditors\u00a0
249.9
270.1
Total
342.9
362.5
The amounts expected to be settled before and after one year are estimated as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
270.8
284.9
After one year
72.1
77.6
Total
342.9
362.5
The carrying amounts disclosed above are reasonably approximate to the fair value at the reporting date.
The Group acts as both lessee and lessor in relation to various offices in the UK and overseas, which are held under
non-cancellable lease agreements. The leases have varying terms, escalation clauses and renewal terms.
Extension and termination options were taken into account on recognition of the lease liability if the Group was reasonably
certain\u00a0that these options would be exercised in the future. As a general rule, the Group recognises non-lease components,
such\u00a0as services, separately to lease payments.
Maturity analysis \u2013 contractual undiscounted cash flows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
12.7
16.4
Later than one year and not later than five years
44.0
43.2
Later than five years
29.9
36.4
Total undiscounted lease liabilities
86.6
96.0
Income from subleasing
Hiscox acts as a lessor and sublets excess capacity of its office space to third parties.
The total future aggregate minimum lease rentals receivable by the Group as lessor under non-cancellable operating property
leases are as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
2.2
2.2
Later than one year and not later than five years
1.0
1.0
3.2
3.2
23 Deferred tax
2024
2023
$m
$m
Deferred tax assets
179.4
180.7
Deferred tax liabilities
(75.8)
(56.9)
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
103.6
123.8
2024
2023
$m
$m
Bermuda ETA
154.6
150.0
Trading losses in overseas entities
33.4
37.4
Employee retirement benefit assets
(11.4)
(12.8)
Goodwill and intangible assets
(21.2)
(14.6)
Property, plant and equipment
(1.0)
(9.0)
Financial assets
(1.5)
(0.2)
Insurance contract liabilities
(66.6)
(46.2)
Employee share options
16.5
16.5
Other
0.8
2.7
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
103.6
123.8
Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities relating to the same tax authority are presented net in the consolidated statement
of financial position.
At 31 December
2023
Income
statement
(charge)
/credit
Recognised
in other
comprehensive
income/equity
Foreign
exchange
2024
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Bermuda ETA
150.0
4.6
\u2013
\u2013
154.6
Trading losses in overseas entities
37.4
(3.9)
\u2013
(0.1)
33.4
Employee retirement benefit assets
(12.8)
(0.4)
1.6
0.2
(11.4)
Goodwill and intangible assets
(14.6)
(6.8)
\u2013
0.2
(21.2)
Property, plant and equipment
(9.0)
8.0
\u2013
\u2013
(1.0)
Financial assets
(0.2)
(1.3)
\u2013
\u2013
(1.5)
Insurance contract liabilities
(46.2)
(20.0)
\u2013
(0.4)
(66.6)
Employee share options
16.5
0.6
(0.2)
(0.4)
16.5
Other
4.8
(4.0)
\u2013
\u2013
0.8
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
125.9
(23.2)
1.4
(0.5)
103.6
Less assets held for sale
(2.1)
2.1
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
123.8
(21.1)
1.4
(0.5)
103.6
Movements in deferred and current tax relating to tax deductions arising on employee share options are recognised in the
statement of changes in equity to the extent that the movement exceeds the corresponding charge to the income statement.
Movements in deferred tax relating to the employee retirement benefit obligation are recognised in the statement of
comprehensive income to the extent that the movement corresponds to actuarial gains and losses recognised in the statement
of\u00a0comprehensive income.
\"\"
The total income recognised outside the income statement is $4.2 million (2023: expense of $0.4 million), comprising $1.4 million
deferred tax income and $2.8 million current tax income (2023: $1.3 million deferred tax income and $1.7 million current
tax\u00a0expense).
Deferred tax assets of $33.4 million (2023: $37.4 million), relating to losses arising in overseas entities, which depend on the
availability of future taxable profits, have been recognised. Business projections indicate it is probable that sufficient future
taxable\u00a0income will be available against which to offset these recognised deferred tax assets within five years. $27.7 million
(2023:\u00a0$27.7 million) of the tax losses to which these assets relate will expire within ten years; a further $5.9 million
(2023:\u00a0$9.7\u00a0million) will expire after ten years or will be available indefinitely. The Group has not provided for deferred tax
assets\u00a0totalling $91.6 million (2023: $84.8 million) in relation to losses in overseas companies and unutilised tax credits of
$439.8\u00a0million (2023: $415.5 million).
In accordance with IAS 12, all deferred tax assets and liabilities are classified as non-current. The amount of deferred tax asset
expected to be recovered after more than 12 months is $101.8 million (2023: $123.8 million).
Factors affecting tax charges in future years
Over one hundred and thirty countries have agreed to implement a new global minimum tax (GMT) as Pillar Two of the OECD
two-Pillar reform framework. The GMT uses adjusted consolidated accounting data to calculate the effective tax rate (ETR) paid
on profits by a multinational in each jurisdiction in which it operates; and then applies a \u2018top-up tax\u2019 on any jurisdictions where the
ETR is below 15%.
The majority of jurisdictions in which the Group operates have substantively enacted such legislation (\u2018Pillar Two legislation\u2019). The
Hiscox Group is within the scope of these rules, by virtue of the fact that the Group\u2019s consolidated revenue in at least two of the
four years prior to 2024 exceeded \u20ac750 million.
This legislation brings into effect the Income Inclusion Rule (IIR) and Qualified Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (QDMTT) from
2024, and the Undertaxed Profits Rule (UPR) from 2025. The rules in force for 2024 apply top-up taxes in participating
jurisdictions in respect of any profits in subsidiaries for which the ETR is below 15%. The Group expects any top-up tax payable
in 2024 to be immaterial and has therefore not provided for any such current tax.
As a response to the Pillar Two reform, Bermuda has introduced a corporate income tax (Bermuda CIT) which will apply at a rate
of 15% to profits of certain Bermuda resident entities with effect from 1 January 2025. The Group expects to be subject to
Bermuda CIT. The Bermuda CIT will apply at a rate of 15% on the profits of Hiscox\u2019s Bermudian constituent entities. This will
have a consequential effect on the Group\u2019s future tax charge.
A deferred tax asset of $154.6 million in relation to the economic transition adjustment (ETA) required by this legislation is
recognised at the end of the reporting period. On first entering the scope of Bermuda CIT, the ETA requires each in-scope entity
to estimate the fair value of the assets and liabilities held by the Bermudian business at 30 September 2023 and use this in place
of book value for tax purposes, creating temporary differences. The principal driver of this temporary difference is the customer
relationships intangible asset which is subject to significant judgement and estimates, including forecast cash flows, the discount
rate and capital allocation charges.
The impact of these changes on the Group\u2019s ETR in future periods will be dependent on the level of taxable profits in those
periods for the Group\u2019s Bermuda constituent entities. In January 2025, the OECD published new Guidance on the interpretation
of the Pillar Two income tax model rules, which advises that deferred tax assets recognised by Bermuda companies as a result of
the ETA should only be creditable for top-up tax purposes until the end of 2026. Should this Guidance be substantively enacted
into legislation in future periods, the Group expects a corresponding tax liability to arise equivalent to 80% of the value of the ETA,
spread over eight years, from 2027. Under the existing IAS12 exception for disclosing information about deferred tax impacts of
Pillar Two taxes, however, this would not be recognised as deferred tax but would instead increase the Group\u2019s effective tax rate
in future periods.
The proportion of the Group\u2019s profits expected to be otherwise impacted by Pillar Two taxes is between $0 million and $5 million,
currently taxed at 0% to 10%.
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfTaxReceivablesAndPayablesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-474": { "value": "
21 Trade and other payables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Social security and other taxes payable
13.5
12.6
Lease liabilities
79.5
79.8
Accruals and other creditors\u00a0
249.9
270.1
Total
342.9
362.5
The amounts expected to be settled before and after one year are estimated as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
270.8
284.9
After one year
72.1
77.6
Total
342.9
362.5
The carrying amounts disclosed above are reasonably approximate to the fair value at the reporting date.
The Group acts as both lessee and lessor in relation to various offices in the UK and overseas, which are held under
non-cancellable lease agreements. The leases have varying terms, escalation clauses and renewal terms.
Extension and termination options were taken into account on recognition of the lease liability if the Group was reasonably
certain\u00a0that these options would be exercised in the future. As a general rule, the Group recognises non-lease components,
such\u00a0as services, separately to lease payments.
Maturity analysis \u2013 contractual undiscounted cash flows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
12.7
16.4
Later than one year and not later than five years
44.0
43.2
Later than five years
29.9
36.4
Total undiscounted lease liabilities
86.6
96.0
Income from subleasing
Hiscox acts as a lessor and sublets excess capacity of its office space to third parties.
The total future aggregate minimum lease rentals receivable by the Group as lessor under non-cancellable operating property
leases are as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
2.2
2.2
Later than one year and not later than five years
1.0
1.0
3.2
3.2
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfLeasesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-473": { "value": "
21 Trade and other payables
2024
2023
$m
$m
Social security and other taxes payable
13.5
12.6
Lease liabilities
79.5
79.8
Accruals and other creditors\u00a0
249.9
270.1
Total
342.9
362.5
The amounts expected to be settled before and after one year are estimated as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Within one year
270.8
284.9
After one year
72.1
77.6
Total
342.9
362.5
The carrying amounts disclosed above are reasonably approximate to the fair value at the reporting date.
The Group acts as both lessee and lessor in relation to various offices in the UK and overseas, which are held under
non-cancellable lease agreements. The leases have varying terms, escalation clauses and renewal terms.
Extension and termination options were taken into account on recognition of the lease liability if the Group was reasonably
certain\u00a0that these options would be exercised in the future. As a general rule, the Group recognises non-lease components,
such\u00a0as services, separately to lease payments.
Maturity analysis \u2013 contractual undiscounted cash flows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
12.7
16.4
Later than one year and not later than five years
44.0
43.2
Later than five years
29.9
36.4
Total undiscounted lease liabilities
86.6
96.0
Income from subleasing
Hiscox acts as a lessor and sublets excess capacity of its office space to third parties.
The total future aggregate minimum lease rentals receivable by the Group as lessor under non-cancellable operating property
leases are as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
2.2
2.2
Later than one year and not later than five years
1.0
1.0
3.2
3.2
", "dimensions": { "concept": "ifrs-full:DisclosureOfTradeAndOtherPayablesExplanatory", "language": "en", "entity": "scheme:5493007JXOLJ0QCY2D70", "period": "2024-01-01T00:00:00/2025-01-01T00:00:00" } }, "f-480": { "value": "
Maturity analysis \u2013 contractual undiscounted cash flows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Not later than one year
12.7
16.4
Later than one year and not later than five years
44.0
43.2
Later than five years
29.9
36.4
Total undiscounted lease liabilities
86.6
96.0
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22 Tax expense/(credit)
The Company and its subsidiaries are subject to enacted tax laws in the jurisdictions in which they are incorporated and
domiciled. The principal subsidiaries of the Company and the country in which they are incorporated are listed in note 29.
The\u00a0amounts charged in the consolidated income statement comprise the following:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Current tax expense/(credit)
Expense for the year
44.2
10.0
Adjustments in respect of prior years
(9.2)
(1.8)
Total current tax expense
35.0
8.2
Deferred tax expense/(credit)
Expense for the year
33.1
(79.6)
Adjustments in respect of prior years
(9.9)
(13.4)
Effect of rate change
\u2013
(1.3)
Total deferred tax expense/(credit)
23.2
(94.3)
Total tax expense/(credit) to the income statement
58.2
(86.1)
The standard rate of corporation tax in Bermuda is 0% whereas the effective rate of tax for the Group is 8.5% ( 2023: 13.8%).
A reconciliation of the difference is provided below:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Profit before tax
685.4
625.9
Tax calculated at the standard corporation tax rate applicable in Bermuda: 0% (2023: 0%)
\u2013
\u2013
Effects of Group entities subject to overseas tax at different rates
54.2
52.8
Impact of overseas tax rates on:
Effect of rate change
\u2013
(1.3)
Expenses not deductible for tax purposes
5.7
6.8
Tax losses for which no deferred tax asset is recognised
14.1
21.7
Adjustment to tax charge in respect of prior periods
(19.1)
(15.2)
Other
3.3
(150.9)
Tax charge/(credit) for the year
58.2
(86.1)
Included within the current tax, a provision is recognised for those matters for which the tax determination is uncertain but it is
considered probable that there will be a future outflow of funds to a tax authority. The provisions are measured at the best
estimate of the amount expected to become payable.
The Group companies\u2019 tax filings include transactions which are subject to transfer pricing legislation and the taxation authorities
may challenge the tax treatment of those transactions. The Directors are proactively engaged in discussions with the tax
authorities regarding these tax positions. The Group determines, based on tax and transfer pricing advice provided by external
specialist tax advisors, that: it is probable that the tax authorities will assess additional taxes in respect of these filings, for which
provisions have been made; and the amount recognised at the end of the reporting period represents the best estimate of the
amount expected to be settled, taking into account the range of potential outcomes and the current progression of discussions
with tax authorities.
No provision for current tax has been made in respect of taxes assessable under legislation implementing global minimum tax
rules in line with the OECD two-Pillar reform framework (\u2018Pillar Two legislation\u2019). The Group has applied the mandatory exception
under IAS12 to recognising and disclosing information about deferred tax assets and liabilities related to Pillar Two income taxes.
23 Deferred tax
2024
2023
$m
$m
Deferred tax assets
179.4
180.7
Deferred tax liabilities
(75.8)
(56.9)
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
103.6
123.8
2024
2023
$m
$m
Bermuda ETA
154.6
150.0
Trading losses in overseas entities
33.4
37.4
Employee retirement benefit assets
(11.4)
(12.8)
Goodwill and intangible assets
(21.2)
(14.6)
Property, plant and equipment
(1.0)
(9.0)
Financial assets
(1.5)
(0.2)
Insurance contract liabilities
(66.6)
(46.2)
Employee share options
16.5
16.5
Other
0.8
2.7
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
103.6
123.8
Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities relating to the same tax authority are presented net in the consolidated statement
of financial position.
At 31 December
2023
Income
statement
(charge)
/credit
Recognised
in other
comprehensive
income/equity
Foreign
exchange
2024
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Bermuda ETA
150.0
4.6
\u2013
\u2013
154.6
Trading losses in overseas entities
37.4
(3.9)
\u2013
(0.1)
33.4
Employee retirement benefit assets
(12.8)
(0.4)
1.6
0.2
(11.4)
Goodwill and intangible assets
(14.6)
(6.8)
\u2013
0.2
(21.2)
Property, plant and equipment
(9.0)
8.0
\u2013
\u2013
(1.0)
Financial assets
(0.2)
(1.3)
\u2013
\u2013
(1.5)
Insurance contract liabilities
(46.2)
(20.0)
\u2013
(0.4)
(66.6)
Employee share options
16.5
0.6
(0.2)
(0.4)
16.5
Other
4.8
(4.0)
\u2013
\u2013
0.8
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
125.9
(23.2)
1.4
(0.5)
103.6
Less assets held for sale
(2.1)
2.1
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
123.8
(21.1)
1.4
(0.5)
103.6
Movements in deferred and current tax relating to tax deductions arising on employee share options are recognised in the
statement of changes in equity to the extent that the movement exceeds the corresponding charge to the income statement.
Movements in deferred tax relating to the employee retirement benefit obligation are recognised in the statement of
comprehensive income to the extent that the movement corresponds to actuarial gains and losses recognised in the statement
of\u00a0comprehensive income.
\"\"
The total income recognised outside the income statement is $4.2 million (2023: expense of $0.4 million), comprising $1.4 million
deferred tax income and $2.8 million current tax income (2023: $1.3 million deferred tax income and $1.7 million current
tax\u00a0expense).
Deferred tax assets of $33.4 million (2023: $37.4 million), relating to losses arising in overseas entities, which depend on the
availability of future taxable profits, have been recognised. Business projections indicate it is probable that sufficient future
taxable\u00a0income will be available against which to offset these recognised deferred tax assets within five years. $27.7 million
(2023:\u00a0$27.7 million) of the tax losses to which these assets relate will expire within ten years; a further $5.9 million
(2023:\u00a0$9.7\u00a0million) will expire after ten years or will be available indefinitely. The Group has not provided for deferred tax
assets\u00a0totalling $91.6 million (2023: $84.8 million) in relation to losses in overseas companies and unutilised tax credits of
$439.8\u00a0million (2023: $415.5 million).
In accordance with IAS 12, all deferred tax assets and liabilities are classified as non-current. The amount of deferred tax asset
expected to be recovered after more than 12 months is $101.8 million (2023: $123.8 million).
Factors affecting tax charges in future years
Over one hundred and thirty countries have agreed to implement a new global minimum tax (GMT) as Pillar Two of the OECD
two-Pillar reform framework. The GMT uses adjusted consolidated accounting data to calculate the effective tax rate (ETR) paid
on profits by a multinational in each jurisdiction in which it operates; and then applies a \u2018top-up tax\u2019 on any jurisdictions where the
ETR is below 15%.
The majority of jurisdictions in which the Group operates have substantively enacted such legislation (\u2018Pillar Two legislation\u2019). The
Hiscox Group is within the scope of these rules, by virtue of the fact that the Group\u2019s consolidated revenue in at least two of the
four years prior to 2024 exceeded \u20ac750 million.
This legislation brings into effect the Income Inclusion Rule (IIR) and Qualified Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (QDMTT) from
2024, and the Undertaxed Profits Rule (UPR) from 2025. The rules in force for 2024 apply top-up taxes in participating
jurisdictions in respect of any profits in subsidiaries for which the ETR is below 15%. The Group expects any top-up tax payable
in 2024 to be immaterial and has therefore not provided for any such current tax.
As a response to the Pillar Two reform, Bermuda has introduced a corporate income tax (Bermuda CIT) which will apply at a rate
of 15% to profits of certain Bermuda resident entities with effect from 1 January 2025. The Group expects to be subject to
Bermuda CIT. The Bermuda CIT will apply at a rate of 15% on the profits of Hiscox\u2019s Bermudian constituent entities. This will
have a consequential effect on the Group\u2019s future tax charge.
A deferred tax asset of $154.6 million in relation to the economic transition adjustment (ETA) required by this legislation is
recognised at the end of the reporting period. On first entering the scope of Bermuda CIT, the ETA requires each in-scope entity
to estimate the fair value of the assets and liabilities held by the Bermudian business at 30 September 2023 and use this in place
of book value for tax purposes, creating temporary differences. The principal driver of this temporary difference is the customer
relationships intangible asset which is subject to significant judgement and estimates, including forecast cash flows, the discount
rate and capital allocation charges.
The impact of these changes on the Group\u2019s ETR in future periods will be dependent on the level of taxable profits in those
periods for the Group\u2019s Bermuda constituent entities. In January 2025, the OECD published new Guidance on the interpretation
of the Pillar Two income tax model rules, which advises that deferred tax assets recognised by Bermuda companies as a result of
the ETA should only be creditable for top-up tax purposes until the end of 2026. Should this Guidance be substantively enacted
into legislation in future periods, the Group expects a corresponding tax liability to arise equivalent to 80% of the value of the ETA,
spread over eight years, from 2027. Under the existing IAS12 exception for disclosing information about deferred tax impacts of
Pillar Two taxes, however, this would not be recognised as deferred tax but would instead increase the Group\u2019s effective tax rate
in future periods.
The proportion of the Group\u2019s profits expected to be otherwise impacted by Pillar Two taxes is between $0 million and $5 million,
currently taxed at 0% to 10%.
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23 Deferred tax
2024
2023
$m
$m
Deferred tax assets
179.4
180.7
Deferred tax liabilities
(75.8)
(56.9)
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
103.6
123.8
2024
2023
$m
$m
Bermuda ETA
154.6
150.0
Trading losses in overseas entities
33.4
37.4
Employee retirement benefit assets
(11.4)
(12.8)
Goodwill and intangible assets
(21.2)
(14.6)
Property, plant and equipment
(1.0)
(9.0)
Financial assets
(1.5)
(0.2)
Insurance contract liabilities
(66.6)
(46.2)
Employee share options
16.5
16.5
Other
0.8
2.7
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
103.6
123.8
Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities relating to the same tax authority are presented net in the consolidated statement
of financial position.
At 31 December
2023
Income
statement
(charge)
/credit
Recognised
in other
comprehensive
income/equity
Foreign
exchange
2024
$m
$m
$m
$m
$m
Bermuda ETA
150.0
4.6
\u2013
\u2013
154.6
Trading losses in overseas entities
37.4
(3.9)
\u2013
(0.1)
33.4
Employee retirement benefit assets
(12.8)
(0.4)
1.6
0.2
(11.4)
Goodwill and intangible assets
(14.6)
(6.8)
\u2013
0.2
(21.2)
Property, plant and equipment
(9.0)
8.0
\u2013
\u2013
(1.0)
Financial assets
(0.2)
(1.3)
\u2013
\u2013
(1.5)
Insurance contract liabilities
(46.2)
(20.0)
\u2013
(0.4)
(66.6)
Employee share options
16.5
0.6
(0.2)
(0.4)
16.5
Other
4.8
(4.0)
\u2013
\u2013
0.8
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
125.9
(23.2)
1.4
(0.5)
103.6
Less assets held for sale
(2.1)
2.1
\u2013
\u2013
\u2013
Net deferred tax asset/(liability)
123.8
(21.1)
1.4
(0.5)
103.6
Movements in deferred and current tax relating to tax deductions arising on employee share options are recognised in the
statement of changes in equity to the extent that the movement exceeds the corresponding charge to the income statement.
Movements in deferred tax relating to the employee retirement benefit obligation are recognised in the statement of
comprehensive income to the extent that the movement corresponds to actuarial gains and losses recognised in the statement
of\u00a0comprehensive income.
\"\"
The total income recognised outside the income statement is $4.2 million (2023: expense of $0.4 million), comprising $1.4 million
deferred tax income and $2.8 million current tax income (2023: $1.3 million deferred tax income and $1.7 million current
tax\u00a0expense).
Deferred tax assets of $33.4 million (2023: $37.4 million), relating to losses arising in overseas entities, which depend on the
availability of future taxable profits, have been recognised. Business projections indicate it is probable that sufficient future
taxable\u00a0income will be available against which to offset these recognised deferred tax assets within five years. $27.7 million
(2023:\u00a0$27.7 million) of the tax losses to which these assets relate will expire within ten years; a further $5.9 million
(2023:\u00a0$9.7\u00a0million) will expire after ten years or will be available indefinitely. The Group has not provided for deferred tax
assets\u00a0totalling $91.6 million (2023: $84.8 million) in relation to losses in overseas companies and unutilised tax credits of
$439.8\u00a0million (2023: $415.5 million).
In accordance with IAS 12, all deferred tax assets and liabilities are classified as non-current. The amount of deferred tax asset
expected to be recovered after more than 12 months is $101.8 million (2023: $123.8 million).
Factors affecting tax charges in future years
Over one hundred and thirty countries have agreed to implement a new global minimum tax (GMT) as Pillar Two of the OECD
two-Pillar reform framework. The GMT uses adjusted consolidated accounting data to calculate the effective tax rate (ETR) paid
on profits by a multinational in each jurisdiction in which it operates; and then applies a \u2018top-up tax\u2019 on any jurisdictions where the
ETR is below 15%.
The majority of jurisdictions in which the Group operates have substantively enacted such legislation (\u2018Pillar Two legislation\u2019). The
Hiscox Group is within the scope of these rules, by virtue of the fact that the Group\u2019s consolidated revenue in at least two of the
four years prior to 2024 exceeded \u20ac750 million.
This legislation brings into effect the Income Inclusion Rule (IIR) and Qualified Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (QDMTT) from
2024, and the Undertaxed Profits Rule (UPR) from 2025. The rules in force for 2024 apply top-up taxes in participating
jurisdictions in respect of any profits in subsidiaries for which the ETR is below 15%. The Group expects any top-up tax payable
in 2024 to be immaterial and has therefore not provided for any such current tax.
As a response to the Pillar Two reform, Bermuda has introduced a corporate income tax (Bermuda CIT) which will apply at a rate
of 15% to profits of certain Bermuda resident entities with effect from 1 January 2025. The Group expects to be subject to
Bermuda CIT. The Bermuda CIT will apply at a rate of 15% on the profits of Hiscox\u2019s Bermudian constituent entities. This will
have a consequential effect on the Group\u2019s future tax charge.
A deferred tax asset of $154.6 million in relation to the economic transition adjustment (ETA) required by this legislation is
recognised at the end of the reporting period. On first entering the scope of Bermuda CIT, the ETA requires each in-scope entity
to estimate the fair value of the assets and liabilities held by the Bermudian business at 30 September 2023 and use this in place
of book value for tax purposes, creating temporary differences. The principal driver of this temporary difference is the customer
relationships intangible asset which is subject to significant judgement and estimates, including forecast cash flows, the discount
rate and capital allocation charges.
The impact of these changes on the Group\u2019s ETR in future periods will be dependent on the level of taxable profits in those
periods for the Group\u2019s Bermuda constituent entities. In January 2025, the OECD published new Guidance on the interpretation
of the Pillar Two income tax model rules, which advises that deferred tax assets recognised by Bermuda companies as a result of
the ETA should only be creditable for top-up tax purposes until the end of 2026. Should this Guidance be substantively enacted
into legislation in future periods, the Group expects a corresponding tax liability to arise equivalent to 80% of the value of the ETA,
spread over eight years, from 2027. Under the existing IAS12 exception for disclosing information about deferred tax impacts of
Pillar Two taxes, however, this would not be recognised as deferred tax but would instead increase the Group\u2019s effective tax rate
in future periods.
The proportion of the Group\u2019s profits expected to be otherwise impacted by Pillar Two taxes is between $0 million and $5 million,
currently taxed at 0% to 10%.
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24 Employee retirement benefit obligations
The Company\u2019s subsidiary Hiscox plc operates a defined benefit pension scheme based on final pensionable salary. The
scheme\u00a0closed to future accruals with effect from 31\u00a0December\u00a02006 and active members were offered membership of
a\u00a0defined\u00a0contribution scheme from 1\u00a0January\u00a02007. The funds of the defined benefit scheme are controlled by the Trustees
and\u00a0are held separately from those of the Group. 61% of any scheme surplus or deficit is recharged to Syndicate 33. The full
pension obligation of the Hiscox defined benefit pension scheme is recorded and the recovery from the third-party Names for
their share of the Syndicate 33 recharge is shown as a\u00a0separate asset.
The gross amount recognised in the consolidated statement of financial position in respect of the defined benefit scheme is
determined as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Present value of scheme obligations
209.1
236.2
Fair value of scheme assets
(249.1)
(280.6)
Net amount recognised as a defined benefit surplus
(40.0)
(44.4)
As the fair value of the scheme assets exceeds the present value of scheme obligations, the scheme reports a surplus
( 2023: reports a surplus).
The defined benefit obligation is calculated annually by independent actuaries using the projected unit credit actuarial cost method.
A formal full actuarial valuation is performed on a triennial basis, most recently at 31 December 2023, and updated at the end of
each intervening reporting period by the actuaries. The year end present value of the defined benefit obligation under IAS 19 is
determined by discounting the estimated future cash flows, using interest rates of AA rated corporate bonds that have terms to
maturity that approximate to the terms of the related pension liability, and is not impacted directly by the triennial valuation.
The scheme assets are invested in pooled investment vehicles as follows:
At 31 December
2024
2024
2023
(restated)
2023
(restated)
Total
Of which not
quoted on an
active market
Total
Of which not
quoted on an
active market
$m
$m
$m
$m
Invested assets
UK equity*
6.6
6.6
6.8
6.8
US equity*
\u2013
\u2013
7.3
7.3
Diversified growth*
43.3
43.3
41.3
41.3
Bonds\u2020
65.8
65.8
66.0
66.0
Liability driven investments\u2020
100.7
100.7
128.8
128.8
Assets held by insurance company
2.0
2.0
2.8
2.8
Cash\u2020
30.7
30.7
27.6
27.6
249.1
249.1
280.6
280.6
*These were previously aggregated and presented as pooled investment vehicles.
\u2020In 2023, liability driven investments of $128.8 million and cash of $6.5 million were previously presented as part of bonds.
\"\"
The amounts recognised in total comprehensive income are as follows:
For the year ended 31 December
2024
2023
$m
$m
Past service cost
\u2013
\u2013
Interest cost on defined benefit obligation
11.0
10.9
Interest income on plan assets
(13.1)
(12.6)
Net interest income
(2.1)
(1.7)
Total income recognised in operational expenses in the income statement
(2.1)
(1.7)
Remeasurements
Effect of changes in actuarial assumptions
(26.5)
6.3
Return on plan assets (excluding interest income)
32.2
(1.3)
Remeasurement of third-party Names\u2019 share of defined benefit obligation
(0.9)
(0.9)
Total remeasurement included in other comprehensive income
4.8
4.1
Total defined benefit charge recognised in comprehensive income
2.7
2.4
The movement in the surplus recognised in the consolidated statement of financial position is as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Group defined benefit surplus at beginning of year
(44.4)
(20.9)
Third-party Names' share at beginning of year
(5.0)
(4.3)
Net defined benefit surplus at beginning of year
(49.4)
(25.2)
Defined benefit income included in the income statement
(2.1)
(1.7)
Contribution by employer
\u2013
(24.8)
Total remeasurements included in other comprehensive income
4.8
4.1
Other movements
1.1
(1.8)
Net defined benefit surplus at end of year
(45.6)
(49.4)
Third-party Names' share at end of year
5.6
5.0
Group defined benefit surplus at end of year
(40.0)
(44.4)
A reconciliation of the fair value of scheme assets is as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Opening fair value of scheme assets
280.6
234.8
Interest income
13.1
12.6
Cash flows
Contribution by the employer
\u2013
24.8
Benefit payments
(7.8)
(7.8)
Remeasurements
Return on plan assets (excluding interest income)
(32.2)
1.3
Foreign exchange movements
(4.6)
14.9
Closing fair value of scheme assets
249.1
280.6
\"\"
A reconciliation of the present value of obligations of the scheme is as follows:
2024
2023
$m
$m
Opening present value of scheme obligations
236.2
213.9
Past service cost
\u2013
\u2013
Interest expense
11.0
10.9
Cash flows
Benefit payments
(7.8)
(7.8)
Remeasurements
Changes in actuarial assumptions
(26.5)
6.3
Foreign exchange movements
(3.8)
12.9
Closing present value of scheme obligations
209.1
236.2
Assumptions regarding future mortality experience are set based on the S4PA (2023: S3PA) light tables. Reductions in future
mortality rates are allowed for by using the CMI 2023 (2023: 2019) projections (core model) with 1.25% per annum long-term
trend for\u00a0improvements.
The average life expectancy in years of a pensioner retiring at age 60 on the end of the reporting period is as follows:
2024
2023
Male
27.9
29.0
Female
29.8
30.8
The average life expectancy in years of a pensioner retiring at 60, 15 years after the end of the reporting period, is as follows:
2024
2023
Male
28.1
29.4
Female
30.2
31.0
The weighted average duration of the defined benefit obligation at 31\u00a0December 2024 was 14.0 years (2023: 16.0 years)
Other principal actuarial assumptions are as follows:
2024
2023
%
%
Discount rate
5.57
4.77
Inflation assumption (RPI)
3.07
2.99
Inflation assumption (CPI)
2.47
2.39
Pension increases\u00a0
2.89
2.82
The scheme operates under UK Trust law and the Trust is a separate legal entity from the Group. The scheme is governed by a
board of Trustees, comprised of member-nominated and employer-appointed Trustees. The Trustees are required by law to act
in the best interests of scheme members and are responsible for setting certain policies, together with the principal employer.
The\u00a0scheme is funded by the Group when required. Funding of the scheme is based on a separate actuarial valuation for funding
purposes for which assumptions may differ from the assumptions above. Funding requirements are formally set out in the
statement of funding principles, schedule of contributions and recovery plan agreed between the Trustees and the Group.
A triennial valuation was carried out as at 31 December 2023 and resulted in a surplus position of \u00a33.7 million ($4.7 million)
on\u00a0a\u00a0technical provisions basis. The previous recovery plan has therefore now fallen away and no further deficit recovery
contributions are due.
While management believes that the actuarial assumptions are appropriate, any significant changes to those could affect
the\u00a0statement of financial position and income statement. For example, an additional one year of life expectancy for all
scheme\u00a0members would increase the scheme obligations by \u00a34.2 million ($5.3 million) at 31\u00a0December 2024 (2023: \u00a35.4 million
($6.9\u00a0million)), and would increase/reduce the recorded net deficit/surplus on the statement of financial position by the
same\u00a0amounts.
\"\"
A Court of Appeal legal ruling in July 2024 (Virgin Media Limited v NTL Pension Trustees II Limited) decided that certain pension
scheme amendments were invalid if they were not accompanied by the correct actuarial confirmation. Pensions industry
stakeholders have called on the Department for Work and Pensions to provide clarity and further legal actions are expected in
this area. The Group continues to believe that the pension scheme deed, including relevant amendments remains valid and has
set the IAS19 assumptions accordingly. The Group will monitor any further developments and assess any impact on the Group\u2019s
pension scheme.
The most sensitive and judgemental financial assumptions are the discount rate and inflation. These are considered further below.
CPI revaluation in deferment is used for contracted-out members. Contracted-in members are linked to RPI, as well as for all
pension in payment increases.
The Group has estimated the sensitivity of the present value of unfunded obligations to isolated changes in these assumptions
at\u00a031\u00a0December 2024 as follows:
Present value
of unfunded
obligations
before change
in assumption
Present value
of unfunded
obligations
after change
(Increase)
/decrease
in obligation
recognised on
balance sheet
$m
$m
$m
Effect of change in discount rate
Use of discount rate of 5.82%
209.1
202.4
6.7
Use of discount rate of 5.32%
209.1
216.1
(7.0)
Effect of change in discount rate
Use of RPI inflation assumption of 3.32%
209.1
211.3
(2.2)
Use of RPI inflation assumption of 2.82%
209.1
207.1
2.0
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25 Earnings per share\u00a0
Basic
Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit or loss attributable to equity holders of the Company by the weighted
average number of ordinary shares in issue during the period, excluding ordinary shares purchased by the Group and held in
treasury as own shares.
Basic
2024
2023
Profit for the period attributable to owners of the Company ($m)
627.2
712.0
Weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue (thousands)
342,273
345,402
Basic earnings per share (cents per share)
183.2
206.1
Diluted
Diluted earnings per share is calculated by adjusting the assumed conversion of all dilutive potential ordinary shares. The
Company has one category of dilutive potential ordinary shares, share options and awards. For the share options, a calculation is
made to determine the number of shares that could have been acquired at fair value (determined as the average annual market
share price of the Company\u2019s shares) based on the monetary value of the subscription rights attached to outstanding share
options. The number of shares calculated as above is compared with the number of shares that would have been issued
assuming the exercise of the share options.
2024
2023
Profit for the period attributable to owners of the Company ($m)
627.2
712.0
Weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue (thousands)
342,273
345,402
Adjustment for share options (thousands)
9,841
7,981
Weighted average number of ordinary shares for diluted earnings per share (thousands)
352,114
353,383
Diluted earnings per share (cents per share)
178.1
201.5
Diluted earnings per share has been calculated after taking account of 6,263,301 (2023: 5,190,855) PSP awards, 371,118
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26 Dividends paid to owners of the Company
2024
2023
$m
$m
Final dividend for the year ended:
31\u00a0December 2023 of 25.0\u00a2 (net) per share
86.0
\u2013
31\u00a0December 2022 of 24.0\u00a2 (net) per share
\u2013
82.8
Interim dividend for the year ended
31\u00a0December 2024 of 13.2\u00a2 (net) per share
44.8
\u2013
31\u00a0December 2023 of 12.5\u00a2 (net) per share
\u2013
43.3
130.8
126.1
The interim and final dividend for 2023 was paid either in cash or issued as a Scrip Dividend at the option of the shareholder.
The\u00a0interim dividend for the year ended 31\u00a0December 2023 was paid in cash of $42.7\u00a0million and 43,673 shares for a Scrip
Dividend. The final dividend for the year ended 31\u00a0December 2023 of 25.0\u00a2 was paid in cash of $84.4\u00a0million and 108,222
shares for the Scrip\u00a0Dividend.
The interim dividend for 2024 was paid either in cash or issued as a Scrip Dividend at the option of the shareholder. The amounts
were $42.6\u00a0million in cash and 144,509 shares for a Scrip Dividend.
The Board recommended a final dividend of 29.9\u00a2 per share to be paid, subject to shareholder approval, on 15\u00a0May 2025 to
shareholders registered on 25\u00a0April 2025. Dividends will be paid in Sterling unless shareholders elect to be paid in US Dollars.
The\u00a0foreign exchange rate to convert the dividends declared in US Dollars into Sterling will be based on the average exchange
rate in the five business days prior to the Scrip Dividend price being determined. On this occasion, the period will be between
20\u00a0May 2025 and 27\u00a0May 2025 inclusive.
A Scrip Dividend alternative will be offered to the owners of the Company.
When determining the level of dividend each year, the Board considers the ability of the Group to generate cash and the
availability of that cash in the Group, while considering constraints such as regulatory capital requirements and the level
required\u00a0to invest in the business. This is a progressive policy and is expected to be maintained for the foreseeable future.
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27 Contingencies and guarantees
The Group\u2019s parent company and subsidiaries may become involved in legal proceedings, claims and litigation in the normal
course of business. The Group reviews and, in the opinion of the Directors, maintains sufficient provision, capital and reserves
in\u00a0respect of such claims.
The following guarantees have also been issued:
(a) Hiscox Dedicated Corporate Member Limited (HDCM) and Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited (Hiscox Bermuda)
provide assets under a Security and Trust Deed charged to Lloyd\u2019s of London, to meet any liabilities that occur from their
interest in Syndicates 33 and 3624. At 31\u00a0December 2024, HDCM held $79.9 million of investments (2023: $69.6 million),
$12.7 million of cash (2023: $12.9 million) and a $106.4 million LOC (2023: $241.0 million) in favour of Lloyd\u2019s of London
under this arrangement. At 31\u00a0December 2024, Hiscox Bermuda held $216.1 million of investments (2023: $384.6 million),
$19.9 million of cash (2023: $95.2 million) and a $159.6 million LOC (2023: $ 25.0 million) in favour of Lloyd\u2019s of London
under this arrangement.
(b) In 2020, HDCM entered into a $65.0\u00a0million Funds at Lloyd\u2019s agreement under which the lending bank provides assets on
HDCM\u2019s behalf under a security and trust deed charged to Lloyd\u2019s of London as part of the Company\u2019s Funds at Lloyd\u2019s
provision. This has been extended annually. At 31\u00a0December\u00a02023 and 2024 the full $65.0\u00a0million was utilised.
(c) In June 2024, Hiscox plc renewed its LOC and revolving credit facility with Lloyds Banking Group, as agent for a syndicate
of banks. The facility may be drawn in cash up to $650.0\u00a0million (2023:\u00a0$600.0\u00a0million) under a revolving credit facility and
LOC up to $266.0\u00a0million (2023:\u00a0$266.0\u00a0million). The terms also provide that the facility may be drawn in USD, GBP or EUR,
or another currency with the agreement of the banks. At 31\u00a0December 2024, $266.0\u00a0million (2023:\u00a0$266.0\u00a0million) was
utilised by way of LOC to support the Funds at Lloyd\u2019s requirement and $nil cash drawings were outstanding (2023:\u00a0$nil).
(d) The Council of Lloyd\u2019s has the discretion to call a contribution of up to 5% of capacity if required from the
managed\u00a0Syndicates.
(e) As Hiscox Bermuda is not an admitted insurer or reinsurer in the USA, the terms of certain US insurance and reinsurance
contracts require Hiscox Bermuda to provide LOCs or other terms of collateral to clients. Hiscox Bermuda has in place a
LOC reimbursement and pledge agreement with Citibank for the provision of a committed LOC facility in favour of USA
ceding companies and other jurisdictions, and also committed LOC facility agreements with National Australia Bank and
Commerzbank AG. The agreements combined allow Hiscox Bermuda to request the issuance of up to $395.0 million in
committed LOCs (2023: $470.0 million). LOCs issued under these facilities are collateralised by cash, US government and
corporate securities of Hiscox Bermuda. LOCs under these facilities totalling $205.1 million were issued with an effective
date of 31 December 2024 (2023: $207.0 million) and these were collateralised by US government and corporate securities
with a fair value of $251.2 million (2023: $233.7 million). In addition, Hiscox Bermuda maintained assets in trust accounts to
collateralise obligations under various reinsurance agreements. At 31\u00a0December 2024, total cash and marketable securities
with a carrying value of approximately $46.2 million (2023: $36.2 million) were held in external trusts. Cash and marketable
securities with an approximate market value of $521.9 million (2023: $535.2 million) were held in trust in respect of internal
quota share arrangements.
(f) Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme has arranged bank guarantees with respect to its various office deposits for a total of \u20ac0.5 million
(2023:\u00a0\u20ac0.3 million).
(g) See note 22 for tax-related contingent liabilities.
28 Capital commitments
Refer to note\u00a021 for lease commitments and income from sub-leasing and note\u00a024 for the Group\u2019s funding contributions to the
defined benefit scheme. The Group\u2019s capital commitments contracted for at the end of the reporting period but not yet incurred
for property, plant, equipment and s oftware development were $0.2 million (2023:\u00a0 $1.6 million).
The Group has given an undertaking to provide up to $296.7 million in private credit funds (2023: $nil). The table below shows
the total commitment and the amount that remains undrawn as at 31 December 2024.
Total commitment in
original currency
Total
commitment
Undrawn
commitment
m
$m
$m
Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited
$115
115.0
65.4
Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme
\u20ac45
46.6
32.3
Hiscox Insurance Company Inc.
$85
85.0
48.6
Hiscox Insurance Company Limited
\u00a340
50.1
33.5
Total
296.7
179.8
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27 Contingencies and guarantees
The Group\u2019s parent company and subsidiaries may become involved in legal proceedings, claims and litigation in the normal
course of business. The Group reviews and, in the opinion of the Directors, maintains sufficient provision, capital and reserves
in\u00a0respect of such claims.
The following guarantees have also been issued:
(a) Hiscox Dedicated Corporate Member Limited (HDCM) and Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited (Hiscox Bermuda)
provide assets under a Security and Trust Deed charged to Lloyd\u2019s of London, to meet any liabilities that occur from their
interest in Syndicates 33 and 3624. At 31\u00a0December 2024, HDCM held $79.9 million of investments (2023: $69.6 million),
$12.7 million of cash (2023: $12.9 million) and a $106.4 million LOC (2023: $241.0 million) in favour of Lloyd\u2019s of London
under this arrangement. At 31\u00a0December 2024, Hiscox Bermuda held $216.1 million of investments (2023: $384.6 million),
$19.9 million of cash (2023: $95.2 million) and a $159.6 million LOC (2023: $ 25.0 million) in favour of Lloyd\u2019s of London
under this arrangement.
(b) In 2020, HDCM entered into a $65.0\u00a0million Funds at Lloyd\u2019s agreement under which the lending bank provides assets on
HDCM\u2019s behalf under a security and trust deed charged to Lloyd\u2019s of London as part of the Company\u2019s Funds at Lloyd\u2019s
provision. This has been extended annually. At 31\u00a0December\u00a02023 and 2024 the full $65.0\u00a0million was utilised.
(c) In June 2024, Hiscox plc renewed its LOC and revolving credit facility with Lloyds Banking Group, as agent for a syndicate
of banks. The facility may be drawn in cash up to $650.0\u00a0million (2023:\u00a0$600.0\u00a0million) under a revolving credit facility and
LOC up to $266.0\u00a0million (2023:\u00a0$266.0\u00a0million). The terms also provide that the facility may be drawn in USD, GBP or EUR,
or another currency with the agreement of the banks. At 31\u00a0December 2024, $266.0\u00a0million (2023:\u00a0$266.0\u00a0million) was
utilised by way of LOC to support the Funds at Lloyd\u2019s requirement and $nil cash drawings were outstanding (2023:\u00a0$nil).
(d) The Council of Lloyd\u2019s has the discretion to call a contribution of up to 5% of capacity if required from the
managed\u00a0Syndicates.
(e) As Hiscox Bermuda is not an admitted insurer or reinsurer in the USA, the terms of certain US insurance and reinsurance
contracts require Hiscox Bermuda to provide LOCs or other terms of collateral to clients. Hiscox Bermuda has in place a
LOC reimbursement and pledge agreement with Citibank for the provision of a committed LOC facility in favour of USA
ceding companies and other jurisdictions, and also committed LOC facility agreements with National Australia Bank and
Commerzbank AG. The agreements combined allow Hiscox Bermuda to request the issuance of up to $395.0 million in
committed LOCs (2023: $470.0 million). LOCs issued under these facilities are collateralised by cash, US government and
corporate securities of Hiscox Bermuda. LOCs under these facilities totalling $205.1 million were issued with an effective
date of 31 December 2024 (2023: $207.0 million) and these were collateralised by US government and corporate securities
with a fair value of $251.2 million (2023: $233.7 million). In addition, Hiscox Bermuda maintained assets in trust accounts to
collateralise obligations under various reinsurance agreements. At 31\u00a0December 2024, total cash and marketable securities
with a carrying value of approximately $46.2 million (2023: $36.2 million) were held in external trusts. Cash and marketable
securities with an approximate market value of $521.9 million (2023: $535.2 million) were held in trust in respect of internal
quota share arrangements.
(f) Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme has arranged bank guarantees with respect to its various office deposits for a total of \u20ac0.5 million
(2023:\u00a0\u20ac0.3 million).
(g) See note 22 for tax-related contingent liabilities.
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28 Capital commitments
Refer to note\u00a021 for lease commitments and income from sub-leasing and note\u00a024 for the Group\u2019s funding contributions to the
defined benefit scheme. The Group\u2019s capital commitments contracted for at the end of the reporting period but not yet incurred
for property, plant, equipment and s oftware development were $0.2 million (2023:\u00a0 $1.6 million).
The Group has given an undertaking to provide up to $296.7 million in private credit funds (2023: $nil). The table below shows
the total commitment and the amount that remains undrawn as at 31 December 2024.
Total commitment in
original currency
Total
commitment
Undrawn
commitment
m
$m
$m
Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited
$115
115.0
65.4
Hiscox Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Anonyme
\u20ac45
46.6
32.3
Hiscox Insurance Company Inc.
$85
85.0
48.6
Hiscox Insurance Company Limited
\u00a340
50.1
33.5
Total
296.7
179.8
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30 Related-party transactions
Details of the remuneration of the Group\u2019s key personnel, presented in Sterling, are shown in the Directors' remuneration report
2024 on pages 126 to 139. A\u00a0number of the Group\u2019s key personnel hold insurance contracts with the Group, all of which are on
normal commercial terms and are not material in nature.
The following transactions were conducted with related parties during the year.
(a) Syndicate 33 at Lloyd\u2019s
Related-party balances between Group companies and Syndicate 33 reflect the 27.4% interest (2023:\u00a027.4%) that the Group
does not own, and are as follows.
Transactions in
the income statement
for the year ended
Balances
outstanding
receivable/(payable) at
31 December
2024
31 December
2023
31 December
2024
31 December
2023
$m
$m
$m
$m
Hiscox Syndicates Limited
21.5
24.2
32.4
23.3
Hiscox Group Insurance carriers
38.0
20.7
(55.0)
(75.1)
Hiscox Group Insurance intermediaries
7.1
7.4
(2.9)
(4.2)
Other Hiscox Group companies
53.8
47.6
(1.4)
(0.3)
120.4
99.9
(26.9)
(56.3)
(b) Transactions with associates
Certain companies within the Group conduct insurance and other business with associates. These transactions arise in the
normal course of obtaining insurance business through brokerages, and are based on arm\u2019s length arrangements.
2024
2023
$m
$m
Insurance revenue achieved through associates
8.5
10.9
Commission expense charged by associates
2.2
2.9
There were no material outstanding balances with associates.
Details of the Group\u2019s associates are given in note 13.
(c) Internal reinsurance arrangements
During the current and prior year, there were a\u00a0number of reinsurance arrangements entered into in the normal course of trade
between various Group companies. The related results of these transactions have been eliminated on consolidation.
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30 Related-party transactions
Details of the remuneration of the Group\u2019s key personnel, presented in Sterling, are shown in the Directors' remuneration report
2024 on pages 126 to 139. A\u00a0number of the Group\u2019s key personnel hold insurance contracts with the Group, all of which are on
normal commercial terms and are not material in nature.
The following transactions were conducted with related parties during the year.
(a) Syndicate 33 at Lloyd\u2019s
Related-party balances between Group companies and Syndicate 33 reflect the 27.4% interest (2023:\u00a027.4%) that the Group
does not own, and are as follows.
Transactions in
the income statement
for the year ended
Balances
outstanding
receivable/(payable) at
31 December
2024
31 December
2023
31 December
2024
31 December
2023
$m
$m
$m
$m
Hiscox Syndicates Limited
21.5
24.2
32.4
23.3
Hiscox Group Insurance carriers
38.0
20.7
(55.0)
(75.1)
Hiscox Group Insurance intermediaries
7.1
7.4
(2.9)
(4.2)
Other Hiscox Group companies
53.8
47.6
(1.4)
(0.3)
120.4
99.9
(26.9)
(56.3)
(b) Transactions with associates
Certain companies within the Group conduct insurance and other business with associates. These transactions arise in the
normal course of obtaining insurance business through brokerages, and are based on arm\u2019s length arrangements.
2024
2023
$m
$m
Insurance revenue achieved through associates
8.5
10.9
Commission expense charged by associates
2.2
2.9
There were no material outstanding balances with associates.
Details of the Group\u2019s associates are given in note 13.
(c) Internal reinsurance arrangements
During the current and prior year, there were a\u00a0number of reinsurance arrangements entered into in the normal course of trade
between various Group companies. The related results of these transactions have been eliminated on consolidation.
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31 Events after the reporting period
There are no material events that have occurred after the reporting date.
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share buyback programme.
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