06 November 2022
#16thaibkregionalconference
Britam is a Platinum sponsor of the conference that will bring together insurance stakeholders from across East Africa under the theme Innovate, Evolve & Thrive. The Group’s investment income in the period was Kshs 6.2 billion, representing a significant 26.0 percent growth compared to Kshs 4.9 billion recorded in the previous financial year.
The growth in investment income was driven mainly by the continuing shift of the Group’s investment strategy that has seen the listed financial services firm continue to pursue a re-allocation of its investments portfolio that favors stabilization and growth of yields.
Britam additionally made progress on its 2021-25 Strategic Plan. This customer centered strategy seeks to enhance customer value and experience; expand its customer base to drive growth; and improve the efficiencies for better returns. Additionally, it will gear the organisation for enhanced digital innovation in its solutions, product development and service delivery.
Commenting on the financial performance, Britam’s Group Chairman, Kuria Muchiru said. “We managed to grow revenues by focus on improving customer experience while leveraging on strategic partnerships across different sectors including banks and telcos to drive scale and grow our customer base. We are confident that this strategy will be key in delivering profitable growth across all markets,”
Adding, “The strategy also entailed prudent cost management initiatives which are bearing fruit as seen by the drop in operating expenses.”
With continued low insurance penetration in the region, increasing financial literacy and digitalization present emerging opportunities. Britam’s underlying financial strength, strong talent pool and expertise, as well as diversified integrated financial services business model, positions it well to increase access to insurance services across its footprint and ensure growth in shareholder value.
Summary of key highlights
Britam Sponsors AIBK
Britam Holdings Plc Group MD Mr. Tom Gitogo (r) hands over a sponsorship cheque to the Association of Insurance Brokers of Kenya AIBK Chairman Mr. Anthony Mwangi (l) and CEO Eliud Adiedo (c) for the#16thaibkregionalconference
Britam is a Platinum sponsor of the conference that will bring together insurance stakeholders from across East Africa under the theme Innovate, Evolve & Thrive. The Group’s investment income in the period was Kshs 6.2 billion, representing a significant 26.0 percent growth compared to Kshs 4.9 billion recorded in the previous financial year.
The growth in investment income was driven mainly by the continuing shift of the Group’s investment strategy that has seen the listed financial services firm continue to pursue a re-allocation of its investments portfolio that favors stabilization and growth of yields.
Britam additionally made progress on its 2021-25 Strategic Plan. This customer centered strategy seeks to enhance customer value and experience; expand its customer base to drive growth; and improve the efficiencies for better returns. Additionally, it will gear the organisation for enhanced digital innovation in its solutions, product development and service delivery.
Commenting on the financial performance, Britam’s Group Chairman, Kuria Muchiru said. “We managed to grow revenues by focus on improving customer experience while leveraging on strategic partnerships across different sectors including banks and telcos to drive scale and grow our customer base. We are confident that this strategy will be key in delivering profitable growth across all markets,”
Adding, “The strategy also entailed prudent cost management initiatives which are bearing fruit as seen by the drop in operating expenses.”
With continued low insurance penetration in the region, increasing financial literacy and digitalization present emerging opportunities. Britam’s underlying financial strength, strong talent pool and expertise, as well as diversified integrated financial services business model, positions it well to increase access to insurance services across its footprint and ensure growth in shareholder value.
Summary of key highlights
- In the six-month period under review, the Group has recorded:
- A sustained growth in revenue with Gross earned premiums and fund management fees up 6.0 percent to Kshs 15.8 billion.
- Strong growth in investment income which was up 26.0 percent to Kshs 6.2 billion.
- Regional general insurance businesses contribution of 23.0 percent to the Group’s gross earned premiums.
- The Group’s total operating costs were down 22.0 percent to Kshs 3.8 billion.
- Profit before tax was Kshs 1.04 billion up 61 percent from a profit before tax of Kshs 0.65 billion posted in the same period in 2021