Q3 2024 Earnings Summary
Metric | YoY Change | Reason |
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Total Revenue | -0.2% | Increased insurance premiums and investment income were offset by declines at Pilot Travel Centers and lower volumes at McLane, resulting in a slight net decrease. |
Total Insurance | +10% | Higher premium volumes and improved underwriting (most notably at GEICO), along with increases in investment income from short-term investments, drove the gain. |
Insurance - Investment Income | +56% | Higher short-term interest rates and larger cash/UST bill balances led to a substantial rise in interest income, outweighing a slight drop in dividend income. |
Pilot Travel Centers | -19% | Lower average fuel prices and reduced fuel volumes from wholesale and marketing businesses were the main drivers of the revenue decline, partially offset by cost controls. |
McLane | -6% | The highly competitive grocery and foodservice market and lower unit volumes pulled down revenues, though improved gross margin rates helped support profitability. |
Operating Income (EBIT) | $32,286M vs. -$16,959M | The swing was driven by strong insurance results, including higher underwriting and investment income, and minimal derivative losses, partly offset by softer railroad earnings. |
Net Income | $26,480M vs. -$12,567M | Unrealized investment gains in equity holdings provided a major rebound, while improved operating performance in insurance and other segments also contributed to the turnaround. |