Aviva Third-Quarter Underwriting Beats Expectations, Analysts Say
J.P. Morgan analysts say Aviva's third-quarter property and casualty underwriting was stronger than expected, and the insurer's shares rose 2.1%.
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what happened
Analysts at J.P. Morgan, in a research note reported by Market Talk, called Aviva's third-quarter results a strong set, with underwriting in the property-and-casualty segment standing out. Premiums in that segment were in line with forecasts, but the combined ratio, a gauge of underwriting quality, came in significantly better than expected.
The quarter also brought elevated natural-catastrophe losses in Canada, which makes the result more notable. The analysts added that wealth flows and bulk annuity volumes so far in 2026 are running above their expectations, even though new business was weaker in the third quarter. The U.K. insurer's shares rose 2.1%.
why it matters
Insurers are judged heavily on underwriting discipline, so a better combined ratio during a heavy catastrophe quarter tends to draw investor attention. Solid inflows into wealth and annuity business add a second source of support to the company's outlook.
market impact
Aviva shares: underwriting results above expectations support the stock
- Aviva shares pressure up — the combined ratio in P&C came in well above analyst expectations
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- Aviva Posts Strong Update — Market Talk, 13 November 2026 at 08:42 UTC
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