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UK's Admiral posts 16% profit jump on customer growth, motor business strength

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March 5 (Reuters) - British insurer Admiral Group reported a 16% rise in annual pre-tax profit on Thursday, helped by sustained customer growth and resilient underwriting in its core UK motor

Admiral Group Sees 16% Profit Increase on UK Motor Insurance Strength

Admiral Group’s Annual Financial Performance

Profit Growth Driven by UK Motor Insurance

March 5 (Reuters) - British insurer Admiral Group reported a 16% rise in annual pre-tax profit on Thursday, helped by sustained customer growth and resilient underwriting in its core UK motor insurance business.

Financial Results Overview

The Cardiff-based company posted group pre-tax profit of 957.9 million pounds ($1.28 billion) for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared with 826.5 million pounds a year earlier.

Exchange Rate Information

($1 = 0.7502 pounds)

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Rishab Shaju and Sri Hari N S in Bengaluru, Editing by Harikrishnan Nair)

Key Takeaways

  • Group profit rose to £958 million in 2025, up 16% year‑on‑year, as customer numbers grew by 7% and UK Motor surpassed £1 billion in profit (globenewswire.com).
  • UK Motor insurance delivered exceptional underwriting strength, while UK other personal lines, Admiral Money and European operations contributed nearly £100 million in profit, with gains in France and recovery in Italy (globenewswire.com).
  • Admiral maintained a robust solvency ratio (~193%), increased its dividend, and continued to innovate with over 150 GenAI initiatives across the Group to enhance efficiency and customer service (globenewswire.com).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What profit did Admiral Group report for the last financial year?
Admiral Group reported a pre-tax profit of 957.9 million pounds for the year ended December 31, 2025.
What contributed to Admiral Group's profit growth?
Sustained customer growth and strong underwriting in its core UK motor insurance business contributed to the profit rise.
How much did Admiral's profit increase compared to the previous year?
Admiral's group pre-tax profit rose by 16% compared to the 826.5 million pounds reported a year earlier.
Where is Admiral Group headquartered?
Admiral Group is headquartered in Cardiff, UK.
What is the exchange rate used in the report?
The exchange rate used is $1 equals 0.7502 pounds.

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