AIG's Q1 2025: Unpacking Contradictions on AI Integration, Property Pricing, and Financial Flexibility

Earnings DecryptTuesday, May 13, 2025 4:40 am ET
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AI integration and impact on underwriting, property pricing in North America Commercial, M&A opportunities and financial flexibility, property market conditions and ratios, and expenses and operating efficiency are the key contradictions discussed in AIG's latest 2025Q1 earnings call.

AIG Total Revenue YoY, Total Revenue


First Quarter Financial Performance:
- American International Group (AIG) reported adjusted after-tax income of $702 million or $1.17 per diluted share in Q1 2025.
- Building on strong premium growth, net premiums written were $4.5 billion, reflecting an 8% increase year-over-year on a comparable basis.
- The growth was supported by excellent underwriting results and effective management of volatility.

North America Commercial Insurance Segment:
- North America Commercial Insurance net premiums written grew 14% year-over-year, with Lexington seeing 23% growth, led by Lexington Casualty's 27% increase.
- Submission activity increased by 30% year-over-year, driven by strong growth in middle market casualty and property lines.
- This growth was driven by enhanced reinsurance structures and strong retention rates.

International Commercial Insurance Segment:
- International Commercial Insurance net premiums written grew 8% year-over-year on an FX-adjusted basis, with property at 35% and Marine at 17%.
- Marine growth was notable due to improved reinsurance structures, and property growth was largely influenced by regional enhancements.
- The growth was supported by the company's diversified geographic footprint and strong product offerings.

Investment Income and Capital Management:
- Investment income on an APTI basis was $845 million, with General Insurance net investment income at $736 million.
- The company returned $2.5 billion to shareholders, including $2.2 billion of share repurchases and $234 million in dividends.
- This was part of a strategic capital management strategy focusing on shareholder returns and maintaining financial flexibility.