Dividend Aristocrats have slightly outperformed the S&P 500 year-to-date, despite underperforming in April and May. Dividend growth remains robust, with 41 of 69 Aristocrats announcing increases in 2025 and the average growth rate at 4.75%. 22 Aristocrats appear both undervalued and offer a projected long-term annualized return of at least 10%, based on dividend yield theory and earnings growth.
Recent events led me to see an increased probability of a full Chubb buyout by Berkshire Hathaway under Greg Abel's leadership. BRK's latest 13-F disclosure showed Chubb is now its 9th largest holding, with over 6.6% ownership. Chubb offers attractive valuation, robust profitability, and fits Berkshire's insurance-driven float model, making it a compelling acquisition target.
ZURICH , May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb Limited (NYSE: CB) announced today that Tim Boroughs has been named Vice Chairman, Chubb Group and Executive Chairman, Asset Management. Chris Hogan has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Chubb Group and Chief Investment Officer, reporting to Tim.
ZURICH , May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb Limited (NYSE: CB) announced today that at its 2025 Annual General Meeting, held at the company's offices in Zurich, Switzerland, shareholders approved a 6.6% increase in the company's dividend to $3.88 per share annually ($0.97 per share, per quarter) from $3.64 per share ($0.91 per share, per quarter). This marks the 32nd consecutive annual increase...
Chubb's recent performance shows strong underlying profitability, with a core EPS of $3.68 and a 5.7% increase in net premiums written in constant currency. Despite a deceleration in growth, Chubb's intrinsic value is 16% higher than its market capitalization, making it an attractive investment at current prices. Chubb's robust underwriting margins and high returns on equity suggest a potential...
Fire safety: Chubb France deploys AMA's assisted reality for remote troubleshooting Cergy, Rennes, May 5, 2025 - To speed up the resolution of technical faults, Chubb France, a major player in the fire safety sector, is integrating AMA's assisted reality into its operations. The aim is to increase efficiency and reduce the number of journeys required to guarantee fast, safe assistance.
Offering addresses growing insurance challenges for large companies amid claims escalation; provides up to $100 million in claims-made excess casualty coverage . NEW YORK , May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb, Zurich North America and National Indemnity have announced a new excess casualty facility that can offer up to $100 million in lead excess casualty insurance capacity on a claims-made basis...
Despite a strong start, the Dividend Aristocrats are underperforming the S&P 500 in April, with NOBL down 4.88% and SPY down 1.53%. The best-performing Dividend Aristocrats YTD include Consolidated Edison (+25.65%), Cardinal Health (+17.82%), and Coca-Cola (+16.18%). 33 out of 69 Dividend Aristocrats have announced dividend increases in 2025, with an average growth rate of 4.33%.
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