HDFC Securities: High Combined Operating Ratio Dents GIC’s Q1 Profitability

BQ Blue’s special research section collates quality and in-depth equity and economy research reports from across India’s top brokerages. These reports offer BloombergQuint’s subscribers an opportunity to expand their understanding of companies, sectors and the economy..HDFC Securities Report.General Insurance Corporation of India Ltd. is India’s largest reinsurer but continues to make significant underwriting losses (Q1 FY21 combined operating ratio: 112.9%).A calibrated approach to underwriting is expected to change this over FY21-23E.We estimate an FY22E adjusted return on equity is at 9.8%, and value GIC at 0.7 times FY22E adjusted book value less 10% discount for an additional 10.8% stake to be sold by Government of India.Q1 FY21 highlights: Led by steep decline of 65.7% in crop and 30.6% in motor YoY, net written premium declined 25.6% YoY to Rs 146.6 billion.Combined operating ratio (calculated) increased 1,021 basis points YoY to 112.9% as incurred claim ratio (ICR) increased 725 basis points YoY to 94.9%, and commission ratio increased 282 basis points YoY to 17.5%.This was mainly due to high losses in property and motor segments..Click on the attachment to read the full report:.DISCLAIMERThis report is authored by an external party. BloombergQuint does not vouch for the accuracy of its contents nor is responsible for them in any way. The contents of this section do not constitute investment advice. For that you must always consult an expert based on your individual needs. The views expressed in the report are that of the brokerage and do not represent the views of BloombergQuint..Users have no license to copy, modify, or distribute the content without permission of the Original Owner.

HDFC Securities: High Combined Operating Ratio Dents GIC’s Q1 Profitability

HDFC Securities: High Combined Operating Ratio Dents GIC’s Q1 Profitability

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