Financial Performance - Total operating income for the U.S. title insurance industry increased from approximately $16.9 billion in 2019 to $23.3 billion in 2022, before decreasing to $16.5 billion in 2023[38]. - The combined statutory earnings of the title insurers were $587 million, $503 million, and $778 million for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively[73]. - The net investment income for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $405 million, compared to $396 million in 2023, reflecting a growth of 2.3%[91]. - The effective return on average cash and invested assets increased to 4.9% in 2024 from 4.3% in 2023[91]. - The company can pay dividends or make distributions of approximately $498 million during 2025, subject to regulatory approval[72]. Market Concentration - The top four title insurance groups accounted for 80% of net premiums written in 2023, indicating a highly concentrated market[40]. - Approximately 12.9% and 13.8% of the company's title insurance premiums are generated from California and Texas, respectively[231]. Operations and Services - The company operates approximately 1,300 offices throughout the U.S., primarily providing title insurance services[51]. - The company transacted business with approximately 5,100 independent agents as of December 31, 2024[52]. - Title insurance premiums from direct operations were $2.2 billion (42.7%) in 2024, compared to $1.982 billion (43.2%) in 2023, while agency operations generated $2.953 billion (57.3%) in 2024, up from $2.610 billion (56.8%) in 2023[53]. Claims Management - Claims management is a significant aspect of the business, with a large staff of attorneys employed to handle title and escrow claims[56]. - Claims can vary greatly in dollar amounts and are influenced by economic conditions, with some policies having face amounts exceeding $100 million[60]. Regulatory Environment - FGL Insurance and FGL NY Insurance are subject to comprehensive regulation and supervision in their domiciles and states where they operate[160]. - Regulatory approval is required for any direct or indirect change of control of FGL Insurance and its affiliates, with a 10% ownership threshold triggering additional scrutiny[178]. - The company has established a formalized risk management process to assess and mitigate risks associated with its business operations[138]. Investment Strategy - The investment policy aims to maximize total return while maintaining moderate risk and adequate liquidity[84]. - The carrying amount of total investments within the Title segment was approximately $3.3 billion and $3.5 billion as of December 31, 2024, and 2023, respectively[85]. - The majority of total cash and invested assets are represented by fixed maturities, equity securities, and derivatives[236]. Reinsurance and Risk Management - The company maintains a policy of being selective in choosing reinsurers, focusing on financial stability and adequate capitalization[62]. - The company has diversified its reinsurance agreements to manage risks and enhance its capital position, including agreements with multiple reinsurers[140]. - The company has entered into a Variable Note Purchase Agreement with Kubera, with a maximum funding amount of $300 million to address potential funding shortfalls related to reinsurance agreements[149]. Employee and Corporate Governance - As of December 27, 2024, the company employed 23,533 full-time equivalent employees, with a 13% increase in the F&G segment during 2024[220]. - The company’s Board of Directors has codified its commitment to diversity in selecting new director nominees[222]. - The company’s Leadership Development Program provides mentorship and professional development opportunities for employees[227]. Sustainability and Social Responsibility - The company has committed to sustainability efforts, including conducting annual climate risk assessments and reducing its environmental footprint[216]. - The company has published annual sustainability reports since 2019, enhancing its sustainability efforts over time[213]. Economic and Market Risks - The company faces significant risks from adverse changes in real estate activity, which may be influenced by high interest rates and a weak U.S. economy[231]. - Changes in general economic, business, and political conditions could adversely affect the company's financial results[231]. - The investment portfolio is exposed to economic and financial market risks, including fluctuations in interest rates and credit markets[235].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company generated $3.6 billion in total revenue in Q4 2024, an increase from $3.2 billion in Q4 2023, with total revenue excluding net recognized gains and losses at $4 billion [24] - Net earnings for Q4 2024 were $450 million, compared to a net loss of $69 million in Q4 2023, with adjusted net earnings of $366 million or $1.34 per diluted share, up from $204 million or $0.75 per share in the prior year [24][25] - For the full year 2024, total revenue excluding gains and losses was $13.6 billion, reflecting a 14% increase over 2023, with adjusted net earnings of $1.3 billion, a 31% increase from $962 million in 2023 [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The title segment generated $2.1 billion in total revenue in Q4 2024, excluding net recognized losses, compared to $1.7 billion in Q4 2023, with direct premiums increasing by 28% year-over-year [27][28] - Adjusted pretax title earnings for Q4 2024 were $343 million, with a margin of 16.6%, compared to $198 million and a margin of 11.8% in Q4 2023 [29] - The F and G segment reported gross sales of $15.3 billion for the full year 2024, a 16% increase over 2023, with adjusted net earnings of $475 million for the full year [32][34] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Daily purchase open orders in Q4 2024 were up 6% compared to Q4 2023, while refinance orders opened per day increased by 46% over the same period [12][15] - The commercial segment ended the year strong with direct commercial revenue of $1.2 billion for the full year, marking the third-best year on record [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to continue investing in technology and operational efficiency, with a focus on enhancing customer experience through platforms like SoftPro and InHare [16][20] - The management remains bullish on the long-term prospects for the title insurance business, citing pent-up demand for housing as a growth driver [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the operating environment remains challenging due to high mortgage rates, but expressed optimism for a rebound in transactional levels in the title segment [17][110] - The company expects to generate quarterly interest and investment income of $95 to $100 million in 2025, assuming no further Fed funds rate cuts [30] Other Important Information - The F and G segment contributed 38% of the company's consolidated adjusted net earnings for the full year 2024, up from 30% in 2023 [36] - The company ended 2024 with $786 million in cash and short-term liquid investments at the holding company, maintaining a strong cash position despite market challenges [39] Q&A Session Summary Question: Growth in open orders for the hotel business - Management noted that purchase orders were up 6% in Q4 and flat in January, with refinance numbers up 16% in January, indicating pent-up demand despite higher rates [44][45] Question: Benefits from F and F's majority ownership - Management indicated that while F and G operates as a standalone business, there are benefits such as capital support and improved cybersecurity from FNF's ownership [46][47] Question: Impact of data breach on title margins - Management estimated a negligible impact of about 50 basis points on margins due to the data breach in the previous year [58][60] Question: Strategic capital allocation for F and G - Management acknowledged that while F and G could utilize more capital, it has sufficient sources through reinsurance and has maintained a strong cash position [62][65] Question: Sustainability of commercial growth - Management expressed confidence in the sustainability of commercial growth, citing a strong pipeline and potential recovery in the office sector [73] Question: Margin outlook for 2025 - Management indicated that margins could improve in 2025 with increased transactional volume, although actual outcomes depend on market conditions [82][84]

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE: FNF) ("FNF") today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.50 per share of common stock. The dividend will be payable March 31, 2025, to stockholders of record as of March 17, 2025. About Fidelity National Financial, Inc. Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE: FNF) is a leading provider of title insurance and transaction services to the real estate and mortgage industries, ...

Group 1 - FNF Group reported quarterly earnings of $1.34 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.19 per share, and showing an increase from $0.75 per share a year ago, resulting in an earnings surprise of 12.61% [1] - The company posted revenues of $3.62 billion for the quarter ended December 2024, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 8.70%, compared to revenues of $3.43 billion in the same quarter last year [2] - FNF Group shares have increased approximately 4% since the beginning of the year, while the S&P 500 has gained 4.5% [3] Group 2 - The earnings outlook for FNF Group is mixed, with the current consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter at $1.15 on revenues of $3.32 billion, and for the current fiscal year at $6.28 on revenues of $15.16 billion [7] - The Insurance - Property and Casualty industry, to which FNF Group belongs, is currently ranked in the top 26% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a favorable outlook compared to the bottom 50% [8] Group 3 - FNF Group has surpassed consensus EPS estimates only once in the last four quarters, while it has topped consensus revenue estimates four times during the same period [2][6] - The current Zacks Rank for FNF Group is 3 (Hold), suggesting that the stock is expected to perform in line with the market in the near future [6]

Financial Performance - Net earnings attributable to common shareholders for Q4 2024 were $450 million, or $1.65 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $69 million, or $0.25 per share, in Q4 2023[3]. - Adjusted net earnings for Q4 2024 were $366 million, or $1.34 per share, up from $204 million, or $0.75 per share, in Q4 2023[4]. - Total revenue for Q4 2024 was $3.621 billion, a 5.5% increase from $3.432 billion in Q4 2023[8]. - Total revenue for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, was $13,681 million, an increase from $11,752 million in the previous year[38][42]. - Adjusted net earnings attributable to common shareholders for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, were $1,265 million, with an adjusted EPS of $4.63[40]. - Adjusted net earnings for the full year 2024 reached $475 million, with $433 million from alternative investments and $39 million from CLO redemptions[56]. - Adjusted net earnings for Q4 2024 were $123 million, including $116 million from alternative investments, $13 million from CLO redemptions, and $6 million from actuarial model refinements[56]. Revenue Breakdown - The Title Segment generated $2.0 billion in revenue for Q4 2024, a 17.6% increase from $1.7 billion in Q4 2023[13]. - Total revenue for the fourth quarter was $3,621 million, with a breakdown of $2,012 million from title and $1,559 million from F&G[31]. - Total commercial revenue for Q4 2024 was $376 million, up from $290 million in Q4 2023, indicating a 29.6% increase[50]. Expenses and Margins - Total expenses for the quarter amounted to $2,981 million, with personnel costs of $832 million and agent commissions of $606 million[31]. - The adjusted pre-tax title margin for Q4 2024 was 16.6%, compared to 11.8% in Q4 2023, reflecting improved operational efficiencies[10]. - Adjusted pre-tax earnings for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, were $1,737 million, reflecting a strong performance across segments[40]. - Total expenses for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, were $11,939 million, compared to $11,059 million in the previous year[38][42]. Assets and Investments - F&G's assets under management (AUM) before flow reinsurance reached $65.3 billion at the end of Q4 2024, a 17% increase from Q4 2023[18]. - Total assets increased to $95,372 million as of December 31, 2024, up from $80,614 million in 2023, representing a growth of 18.3%[46]. - Cash and investment portfolio increased to $67,094 million as of December 31, 2024, compared to $58,816 million in 2023, marking a growth of 14.8%[46]. - The company reported $342 million in investment income from alternative investments for the twelve months ended December 31, 2023[56]. Sales and Orders - F&G Segment gross sales for Q4 2024 were $3.5 billion, a 15% decrease from Q4 2023, while full year gross sales reached a record $15.3 billion, a 16% increase over 2023[15]. - Total opened orders in Q4 2024 were 299,000, with a purchase percentage of 72%, compared to 257,000 orders and 78% purchase percentage in Q4 2023[50]. - Total annuity sales for Q4 2024 were $2,445 million, a decrease from $2,895 million in Q4 2023, while full year sales increased to $11,834 million from $9,765 million[58]. - Pension risk transfer sales for Q4 2024 were $983 million, up from $764 million in Q4 2023, with full year sales at $2,242 million compared to $1,976 million[58]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - FNF paid common dividends of $0.50 per share totaling $141 million in Q4 2024, ending the year with $786 million in cash and short-term liquid investments[7]. - The total equity attributable to common shareholders rose to $7,754 million as of December 31, 2024, compared to $6,908 million in 2023, reflecting a growth of 12.3%[46]. Risks and Market Conditions - The company highlighted risks including changes in economic conditions and competition in the title insurance market[27].

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE: FNF) ("FNF" or the "Company"), a leading provider of title insurance and transaction services to the real estate and mortgage industries and a leading provider of insurance solutions serving retail annuity and life customers and institutional clients through its majority-owned, publicly traded subsidiary F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. (NYSE: FG) ("F&G"), today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and twelve m ...

Group 1 - Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (FNF) will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings on February 20, 2025, after market close [1] - A conference call to discuss the earnings results will take place on February 21, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time [2] - FNF is a leading provider of title insurance and transaction services in the real estate and mortgage industries, and also offers insurance solutions through its subsidiary F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. [3] Group 2 - FNF is the largest title insurance company in the United States, issuing more title insurance policies than any other company through its various underwriters [3] - The company’s Investor Relations website will provide additional information regarding the quarterly financial results [2][5] - Access to the conference call can be made via internet webcast or telephone, with specific dial-in numbers provided for both domestic and international participants [5]

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