Interim / Quarterly Report • Aug 15, 2013
Interim / Quarterly Report
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Talanx Group Interim Report as at 30 June 2013
| +/– % 6M 2013/ |
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| Q1 2013 | Q2 2013 | 6M 2013 | Q1 2012 | Q2 2012 | 6M 2012 | 6M 2012 | ||
| Gross written premium | in EUR million | 8,458 | 6,508 | 14,966 | 7,605 | 5,977 | 13,582 | +10 |
| by regions | ||||||||
| Germany | in % | 40 | 29 | 36 | 44 | 30 | 38 | –2 pt. |
| UK | in % | 8 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 11 | 9 | — |
| Central and Eastern Europe including Turkey (CEE) |
in % | 8 | 10 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 4 | +5 pt. |
| Rest of Europe | in % | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | –1 pt. |
| USA | in % | 12 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 14 | 13 | –1 pt. |
| Rest of North America | in % | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | — |
| Latin America | in % | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 7 | — |
| Asia and Australia | in % | 7 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 11 | 9 | –1 pt. |
| Africa | in % | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Net premium earned | in EUR million | 5,715 | 5,783 | 11,498 | 4,965 | 5,329 | 10,294 | +12 |
| Underwriting result | in EUR million | –263 | –467 | –730 | –289 | –406 | –6954) | –5 |
| Net investment income | in EUR million | 875 | 1,002 | 1,877 | 961 | 787 | 1,748 | +7 |
| Net return on investment 1) | in % | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 4.1 | –0.1 pt. | ||
| Operating profi t (EBIT) | in EUR million | 516 | 502 | 1,018 | 538 | 315 | 8534) | +19 |
| Net income (after fi nancing costs and taxes) in EUR million | 341 | 320 | 661 | 352 | 225 | 5774) | +15 | |
| of which attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG |
in EUR million | 203 | 204 | 407 | 206 | 147 | 3534) | +15 |
| Return on equity 2) | in % | 11.2 | 11.7 | 14.8 | 12.54) | –0.8 pt. | ||
| Earnings per share | ||||||||
| Basic earnings per share at the end of the period |
in EUR | 0.80 | 0.81 | 1.61 | 0.99 | 0.71 | 1.694) | –5 |
| Diluted earnings per share at the end of the period |
in EUR | 0.80 | 0.81 | 1.61 | 0.99 | 0.71 | 1.694) | –5 |
| Combined ratio in non-life primary and reinsurance 3) |
in % | 95.0 | 97.0 | 96.0 | 96.4 | 99.5 | 98.0 | –2.0 pt. |
| Combined ratio of property/ | ||||||||
| casualty primary insurers | in % | 96.2 | 100.3 | 98.2 | 95.9 | 103.5 | 99.8 | –1.6 pt. |
| Combined ratio for Non-Life Reinsurance | in % | 94.0 | 94.3 | 94.2 | 96.8 | 96.8 | 96.8 | –2.6 pt. |
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | +/– % | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Policyholders' surplus | in EUR million | 13,755 | 14,4164) | –5 |
| Equity attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG |
in EUR million | 6,791 | 7,1534) | –5 |
| Non-controlling interests | in EUR million | 3,857 | 4,1564) | –7 |
| Hybrid capital | in EUR million | 3,107 | 3,107 | — |
| Assets under own management | in EUR million | 85,670 | 84,052 | +2 |
| Total investments | in EUR million | 100,389 | 98,948 | +1 |
| Total assets | in EUR million | 132,663 | 130,3504) | +2 |
| Carrying amount per share at the end of the period |
in EUR | 26.88 | 28.314) | –5 |
| Share price at the end of the period | in EUR | 24.26 | 21.48 | +13 |
| Market capitalisation of Talanx AG at the end of the period |
in EUR million | 6,129 | 5,426 | +13 |
| Staff | full-time equivalents |
20,537 | 20,887 | –2 |
1) Annualised net investment income excluding interest income on funds withheld and contract deposits and profi t on investment contracts relative to average assets under own management (30.6.2013 and 31.12.2012)
2) Annualised net income excluding non-controlling interests relative to average shareholders' equity excluding non-controlling interests 3) Combined ratio adjusted for interest income on funds withheld and contract deposits, before elimination of intra-Group cross-segment transactions
4) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes
Chairman Berg Former Chairman of the Board of Management of Talanx AG
Deputy Chairman Raesfeld Employee HDI Vertriebs AG
Deputy Chairman Hamburg Former Chairman of the Board of Management of ThyssenKrupp Technologies AG
Hamburg Lawyer Member of the Board of Management of APRAXA eG
Hannover Managing Director Hannover Rück SE, E+S Rückversicherung AG
Bergisch Gladbach Employee HDI Kundenservice AG
Norderstedt Trade union secretary
Heidenheim Member of the Board of Management of Voith GmbH (since 6 May 2013)
Albstadt Chairman of the Board of Management of Groz-Beckert KG
Forch, Switzerland President of the Administrative Board and Chairman of the Board of Management of Secquaero Advisors AG (since 6 May 2013)
Oberhausen Employee HDI-Gerling Industrie Versicherung AG
Hannover Employee Hannover Rück SE
Inning Former Member of the Board of Management of Deutsche Post AG (until 6 May 2013)
Heidenheim Chairman of the Foundation Council of Hanns-Voith-Stift ung (until 6 May 2013)
Hannover Employee Talanx Service AG
Hannover Former Member of the Board of Management of E.ON AG
Baunatal Chairman of the Board of Management of K+S AG (since 6 May 2013)
Hannover Professor at Leibniz University Hannover
Leverkusen Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Bayer AG (until 6 May 2013)
Herbert K. Haas Chairman Burgwedel
Deputy Chairman Burgwedel
Torsten Leue Hannover
Dr. Thomas Noth Hannover
Dr. Immo Querner Celle
Dr. Heinz-Peter Roß Gräfelfi ng
Ulrich Wallin Hannover
The fi rst half of 2013 was marked by setbacks and concerns relating to the euro debt crisis. Economic data in the Eurozone were disappointing, with the unemployment rate reaching a new record high of 12.2%. The crisis-hit countries in the Eurozone remain in a deep recession. In the context of this diffi cult economic situation, GDP in the Eurozone fell by a further 0.3% in the fi rst quarter, resulting in the sixth consecutive quarter of negative growth. Germany's GDP grew by only 0.1% in the fi rst quarter, following a decline of 0.7% in the fourth quarter of 2012. However, the ifo index recovered in June, while the Eurozone purchasing managers' index also grew in June. This suggests that economic data are stabilising on the whole.
US economic data were also relatively robust in the second quarter of 2013. The US economy grew at an annualised rate of 1.8% in the fi rst quarter of 2013 compared with the preceding quarter. The unemployment rate stabilised at 7.6% in the course of the year, and the housing market, an important indicator of US consumer confi dence, continued to recover.
The monetary policy of major central banks remained expansionary in the fi rst half of the year. In Europe, the ECB cut its prime rate by 25 basis points to 0.50%.
Infl ation rates in the Eurozone dropped to 1.2% in the course of the year, but had risen again to 1.6% by June. The USA also experienced a decline in infl ation rates in the fi rst half of the year, with a temporary low of 1.1% in April. However, infl ation had returned to 1.8% by June. The infl ation rate in the UK has hovered around the 2.7% mark during the course of the year.
Political uncertainty in Italy and Cyprus had a negative impact on the euro early in the year, causing it to fall against the US dollar from USD 1.32 to USD 1.28/EUR. As at the end of June, it had returned to USD 1.31/EUR. The euro gained ground against the pound sterling, rising from levels of around GBP 0.82/EUR at the be- ginning of the year to GBP 0.86/EUR aft er the fi rst six months. Having stood at just under CHF 1.21/EUR in early January, the euro recorded signifi cant gains against the Swiss franc aft er mid-April in particular, although it had slipped back to around CHF 1.23/EUR by the end of the second quarter of 2013.
The weak economy, political uncertainty and ongoing expansionary monetary policies also had a considerable infl uence on developments on the bond markets. Following a favourable start to the year, market players again began to focus more strongly on fundamental problems as time went by.
Changes in interest rates in the second quarter were dominated by measures taken and statements issued by central banks. German government bonds rose by up to 50 basis points compared with the previous quarter, while US treasuries even climbed more than 70 basis points at their peak, for maturities of fi ve to ten years.
At the end of the second quarter, bonds with maturities of less than one year were up slightly, two-year German government bonds stood at 0.19%, fi ve-year German government bonds had grown signifi cantly to 0.73% and ten-year German government bonds had risen to 1.73%.
There was a great deal of activity in new issues on the primary market at the beginning of the year, particularly for corporate securities, short-term senior fi nancials and the high-yield segment. Unlike in the previous year, issuers of covered bonds were very restrained throughout the fi rst quarter. There was then a signifi cant decline in the volume of new issues in June, owing to volatility in interest rates.
In terms of performance, it was clear in the fi rst half of the year that investments in high-risk bonds had paid off . Highyield investments, subordinated bank bonds and covered bonds (particularly from the peripheral countries of Spain, Ireland, Portugal and, to a lesser extent, Italy) performed the best in the fi rst half of the year, despite intermittent uncertainty and volatility in spreads.
Robust US economic data, the end of the two-month political stalemate in Italy and the expansionary policy of Japan's central bank led to record new highs on the German and US stock markets in the second quarter. However, the Fed's indication that it would reduce its bond purchases and cut down quantitative easing then ended the rally in share prices. The DAX nevertheless rose slightly in net terms in the second quarter, closing up 2%, while the EURO STOXX 50 closed down 1%. Following a strong fi rst quarter, US stock markets recorded further slight gains in the second quarter, with the Dow Jones climbing 2%.
The business climate in the German insurance sector weakened slightly in the second quarter and was below average from a long-term perspective. This deterioration in sentiment was due to a less favourable assessment of business prospects for the next six months. This also took into account lowered expectations with regard to the development of premium income for 2013 as a whole. Although growth in premiums accelerated in the reporting period, it is estimated that the increase over the fi nancial year as a whole will be smaller than had been anticipated in the previous quarter. If we look at the individual lines of business – property and casualty insurance and life insurance – we can see that assessments of the mood in the sector vary.
The mood in the German property and casualty insurance sector deteriorated compared with the previous quarter. This trend was apparent in all segments, with the exception of motor insurance and private property insurance.
Premium income in property and casualty insurance rose year-on-year in the quarter under review. The same applies to new business, although growth rates were lower. Development of premium income is expected to be positive for all lines for the year as a whole, with slightly lower growth in private accident insurance and private liability insurance than in the other lines.
Development of claims in the reporting period was dominated by the fl oods caused by heavy rain in large parts of Germany and neighbouring countries in June. With insured losses of at least EUR 2 billion in Germany alone – according to an initial estimate by the German Insurance Association (GDV) – this was one of the German insurance industry's most expensive ever disasters. Insured losses were higher than those involved in the fl oods in 2002. Most losses related to buildings, householders, motor and business interruption insurance. Despite the high volume of losses, the fl oods are expected to have a limited impact on the sector's underwriting result for the year as a whole and on the business climate.
The mood in German life insurance improved slightly in the period under review, having stagnated in the previous quarter. This was due to a more favourable assessment of the current business situation, while estimates of prospects for the coming months became more pessimistic. Sentiment readings for occupational disability insurance, followed by unit-linked life and annuity insurance, were well above the average fi gures for the mood in the life insurance sector as a whole. The mood in endowment life insurance did not improve, owing to persistent low interest rates and uncertain growth prospects for countries in the Eurozone. It came last in the assessment of the life insurance lines.
With regard to premium income in new business, estimates for new business with regular premiums in the reporting pe riod indicated a lower result than in the previous year. For 2013 as a whole, a decline is expected in endowment life insurance and, more rarely, in annuity insurance. The trend towards stabilisation in new single-premium business continued in the second quarter, and the level of premiums is expected to remain unchanged for the fi nancial year as a whole.
Competitive pressure has increased in international non-life reinsurance. While market conditions in Japan were positive following signifi cant rate increases in the last two years, ex pected price increases in the USA did not occur, owing to addi tional capacity in the non-traditional reinsurance market.
A series of major losses occurred in the second quarter, follo wing a very uneventful fi rst quarter. The number of natural disasters of relevance to claims recorded worldwide in the fi rst half of 2013 was higher than average for the same period of the last few years. However, the total insured losses were well below the ten-year average. Claims statistics for the fi rst half of the year were dominated by fl oods in large parts of Germany and Austria, the Czech Republic and other European countries and a fl ood in Canada, followed by storms and severe tornadoes in the USA.
International life/health reinsurance off ered attractive business opportunities in the period under review. These resulted in particular from the need to protect an ageing population in established insurance markets such as the USA, the UK, Germany, France and Scandinavia, an issue that has been dominant for some time. Demand for fi nancing-oriented reinsurance solutions was also boosted by persistent low interest rates, which are putting an increasing strain on the
insurance sector. The need to build up additional reserves to cover payments of future claims, together with new capital and solvency requirements, mean that we need to fi nd reinsurance solutions that off er alternative ways of raising capital. In emerging countries in Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe, where an increasingly affl uent society is leading to rising demand for life insurance and pension insurance, the focus was on reinsurance products covering underwriting risks relating to mortality, morbidity and disability.
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | +/– % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||
| Gross written premium | 14,966 | 13,582 | +10 |
| Net premium earned | 11,498 | 10,294 | +12 |
| Underwriting result | –730 | –695 | –5 |
| Net investment income | 1,877 | 1,748 | +7 |
| Operating profi t (EBIT) | 1,018 | 853 | +19 |
| Combined ratio (net, property/ casualty only) in % |
96.0 | 98.0 | –2.0 pt. |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes
Talanx AG's free fl oat currently stands at 14.4%. It increased immediately aft er the end of the second quarter following the sale of a further 8.2 million shares, which did not dilute income attributable to shareholders. This step is expected to conso lidate Talanx's position in the MDAX midcap index. HDI V. a. G. remains the main shareholder with a stake of 79.1%, and our Japanese partner Meiji Yasuda is an anchor shareholder with 6.5%.
Group gross written premium was up around 10% year-onyear at EUR 15.0 (13.6) billion; with adjustments for exchange rate eff ects, the level of growth would have been about 11%. Net premium earned even grew by around 12% to EUR 11.5 (10.3) billion. In particular, the Life/Health Reinsurance segment contributed to this increase through organic growth and the takeover of annuity business in the UK. However, Retail International also played a part, both through organic growth and through acquisitions, as these companies' results were included in full for the fi rst time in the current year. Organic growth in the Group's gross premium amounted to 6%.
The underwriting result is regularly negative at Group level, since participation of policyholders in our life insurers' investment income is included. It fell by around 5% to −EUR 730 (−695) million compared with the same period of the previous year, partly owing to higher catastrophe losses. Major losses occurred in the Industrial Lines and Non-Life Reinsurance segments in particular, while the Life/Health Reinsurance segment was impacted by burdens arising from US mortality business. The fl oods in June resulted in a net burden of EUR 232 million for the Group, including a net burden of EUR 137 million in the reinsurance business.
The combined ratio improved by 2.0 percentage points to 96.0 (98.0)% compared with the same period of the previous year.
Net investment income rose by around 7% to EUR 1,877 (1,748) million. This was primarily due to good extraordinary investment income in the Retail Germany and Corporate Operations segments.
The Group's operating profi t (EBIT) grew by 19% to EUR 1,018 (853) million, of which EUR 98 million came from a one-off eff ect resulting from the reduction of our stake in Swiss Life. Group net income attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG was up 15% year-on-year, at EUR 407 (353) million. Earnings per share amounted to EUR 1.61 (1.69), while the (annualised) Group return on equity was 11.7 (12.5)%.
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | +/– % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||
| Gross written premium | 2,399 | 2,246 | +7 |
| Net premium earned | 895 | 782 | +14 |
| Underwriting result | –11 | 58 | –119 |
| Net investment income | 108 | 113 | –4 |
| Operating profi t (EBIT) | 78 | 157 | –50 |
| Combined ratio (net) 2) in % | 101.2 | 92.6 | +8.6 pt. |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes 2) Including net interest income on funds withheld and contract deposits
The Industrial Lines Division is led by HDI-Gerling Industrie Versicherung AG (HDI-Gerling Industrie), by far the largest company in this Group segment. In addition to 11 sites throughout Germany, it operates in over 130 countries through subsidiaries and network partners. As an industrial insurer that operates internationally, HDI-Gerling Industrie supports its clients in Germany and around the world with comprehensive insurance solutions optimally tailored to their individual needs. The product range encompasses third-party liability, motor, accident, fi re and property insurance as well as marine, special lines and engineering insurance.
Industrial customers also benefi t from decades of experience in risk assessment and risk management, with specialist commercial cover being required in particular by large industrial groups and small and medium enterprises, owing to the com plex risk environment. HDI-Gerling Industrie's range of services is rounded off by professional claims management that delivers the fastest possible assistance worldwide in the event of loss or damage.
The segment's gross written premium amounted to EUR 2.4 (2.2) billion as at 30 June 2013, an increase of around 7%. This continued 2012's positive trend. HDI-Gerling Industrie contri buted to this growth with an increase of EUR 166 million. The increase in premiums was largely due to growth at foreign branches and successful restructuring projects in Germany. Growth was strongest in fi re, third-party liability and motor insurance. Overall performance was positive despite ongoing intense competition in Germany, owing to the expansion of international programmes. Premium growth in the fi re insurance business was mainly the result of international programmes and successful restructuring projects in Germany. Market hardening also continued in motor insurance in the second quarter of 2013.
We were also pleased with overall premium development at foreign companies in the segment. The Belgian and Austrian subsidiaries are worth special mention. The Belgian company HDI-Gerling Assurances S. A. achieved signifi cant premium growth of 26% to EUR 108 (86) million in the fi rst half of 2013 by extending existing customer relationships and gaining new ones. Gross written premium grew to EUR 65 (62) million at the Austrian company HDI Versicherung AG, owing to new business in all lines.
Net premium earned rose to EUR 895 (782) million. This represents an increase of 14%, a higher level of growth than in gross written premium. Retentions increased at HDI-Gerling Industrie in particular. At the same time, there was a disproportionate increase in reinsurance premiums at the Austrian subsidiary caused by the reporting system, owing to the separation of the portfolio into industrial business and retail business.
The segment's net underwriting result amounted to –EUR 11 (58) million, well below the previous year's fi gure. This was due to high catastrophe losses at HDI-Gerling Industrie. At 19.4 (21.0)%, the net expense ratio was down year-on-year, while the net loss ratio rose to 81.9 (71.5)%. The combined ratio of the Industrial Lines segment was thus 101.2 (92.6)%.
HDI-Gerling Industrie achieved a net underwriting result of –EUR 1 (43) million. In addition to the fl oods in southern and eastern Germany, major losses in the fi re insurance business had a negative impact on the result.
Our Dutch subsidiary recorded a decline to –EUR 4 (7) million, largely owing to additional provisions in the amount of EUR 12 million in the fi rst quarter of 2013. The Austrian company's underwriting result rose slightly to EUR 3 (2) million despite fl ood damage.
Net investment income fell by 4% to EUR 108 (113) million. The interest-induced decline in current income at HDI-Gerling Industrie was off set by higher income from real estate. The Dutch subsidiary also wrote off a bond from the nationalised bank SNS Reaal Bank completely in the amount of EUR 3 million. On the whole, there were no signifi cant developments in net investment income for the other companies.
The segment's operating profi t fell to EUR 78 (157) million, owing to the above developments and in particular the lower underwriting result. HDI-Gerling Industrie, which dominates the segment, made a substantial contribution of EUR 91 (170) million to this fi gure. The decline was largely due to the net underwriting result of –EUR 1 (43) million, which was aff ected by major losses.
The performance of the Dutch subsidiary was positive, aft er the abovementioned one-off eff ects placed a burden on the company in the fi rst quarter of 2013. The operating result for the fi rst half of 2013 amounted to –EUR 5 (5) million, following a loss of –EUR 11 million in the fi rst quarter. The results of the other companies in the segment remained stable year-onyear.
Income attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG (Group net income) for the segment amounted to EUR 47 (99) million.
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | +/– % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||
| Gross written premium | 3,623 | 3,516 | +3 |
| Net premium earned | 2,663 | 2,610 | +2 |
| Underwriting result | –732 | –711 | –3 |
| Net investment income | 872 | 812 | +7 |
| Operating profi t (EBIT) | 90 | 73 | +23 |
| Combined ratio (net, property/ casualty only) 2) in % |
99.9 | 108.6 | –8.7 pt. |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes 2) Including net interest income on funds withheld and contract deposits
The Retail Germany Division bundles HDI's German retail and commercial business and the Talanx Group's bancassurance activities and off ers German retail clients insurance cover tailored to their needs. The division also operates in Austria in the fi eld of life insurance. Its range of services extends from property and life insurance through all lines to complete solutions for small and medium-sized companies and freelance professionals. Various distribution channels are available, from our own tied agents' organisation to sales through independent intermediaries and multiple agents, and through various cooperations with partners such as banks.
A functional organisation ensures clear responsibilities and establishes the foundations for operating across the previous line-based boundaries separating property and life insurance. This perspective spanning various lines of business is a vital prerequisite for improving processes and services to the benefi t of clients.
Gross written premium of the Retail Germany segment – including savings elements under unit-linked life insurance – rose by 3% to EUR 3.6 (3.5) billion in the period under review.
Gross written premium for our life insurers – including savings elements under unit-linked life insurance – rose by 5% to EUR 2.6 (2.5) billion, owing to higher single premiums (excluding capitalisation products). Developments at individual companies varied. While HDI Lebensversicherung AG was unable to compensate for the disposal of portfolios with new premiums, premium income for the bancassurance companies increased by 8%.
Gross premium income of property/casualty insurers remained virtually unchanged year-on-year, at EUR 1.0 (1.0) billion. Their share in the segment as a whole was thus 29 (30)%. Our most important property line – motor – recorded a slight decrease in premiums owing to measures to make the business more profi table, which was off set by an increase in premium income in liability insurance as a result of the takeover of portfolios from competitors.
The segment's retention ratio was 94.5 (94.8)%. Allowing for higher savings elements under our unit-linked products and the change in unearned premiums, net premium earned in the segment increased by 2% to EUR 2.7 (2.6) billion.
New business – measured by the international standard of the Annual Premium Equivalent (APE) – amounted to EUR 315 (327) million. New business with life insurance products grew by 4% to EUR 214 (204) million. While new business declined at HDI Lebensversicherung AG, bancassurance life insurers surpassed their result for the corresponding period of the previous year by 20% overall. Targeted management of new business to ensure profi tability led to a rise in the proportion of biometric products (particularly occupational disability and residual debt insurance). We were also pleased with growth in single-premium business (excluding capitalisation products). Measures to improve profi tability at HDI Versicherung AG led to a decline in new business at property/ casualty insurers to EUR 101 (123) million, while there was a rise in average premiums at the same time.
The segment's underwriting result remained stable at –EUR 0.7 (–0.7) billion. This result is dominated by life insurance companies and is regularly negative. The compounding of technical provisions and participation of our policyholders in net investment income are off set by net investment income, which is recognised in the non-underwriting result.
The change in the underwriting result from our property insurance products was infl uenced by measures to increase profi tability at HDI Versicherung AG, which continued in the period under review. Despite fl ood and storm damage, we improved our loss ratio for the fi nancial year. Together with positive run-off results, this led to an increase in the company's underwriting result.
The segment's net investment income rose by 7% to EUR 0.9 (0.8) billion. This was mainly attributable to the life insurance companies, which accounted for 94% of this fi gure. Unrealised gains on investments were realised in order to fi nance the additional interest reserve at life insurance companies. This explains the increase in extraordinary investment income.
Low interest rates on the capital market continued to have a negative impact on our life insurers' results for the fi rst six months. Despite the ongoing restructuring process, the operating profi t for the segment as a whole increased to EUR 90 (73) million. This improvement in results was mainly due to the success of measures to improve profi tability – such as securing rates that are commensurate with risk – and positive run-off eff ects at HDI Versicherung AG. Aft er taking into account taxes on income and fi nancing costs, Group net income attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG rose to EUR 52 (50) million.
| The Retail Germany segment at a glance – further key fi gures |
6M 2013 | 6M 2012 | +/– % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||
| Gross written premium | 3,623 | 3,516 | +3 |
| Property/casualty | 1,038 | 1,045 | –1 |
| Life | 2,585 | 2,471 | +5 |
| Net premium earned | 2,663 | 2,610 | +2 |
| Property/casualty | 702 | 706 | –1 |
| Life | 1,961 | 1,904 | +3 |
| Underwriting result | –732 | –711 | –3 |
| Property/casualty | 1 | –59 | +102 |
| Life | –733 | –652 | –12 |
| Other | — | — | — |
| Net investment income | 872 | 812 | +7 |
| Property/casualty | 55 | 59 | –7 |
| Life | 754 | +8 | |
| Other | — | –1 | +100 |
| New business measured in Annual Premium Equivalent |
315 | 327 | –4 |
| Single premiums (life) | 769 | 624 | +23 |
| Regular premiums (life and non-life) |
238 | 264 | –10 |
| New business by product in Annual Premium Equivalent |
315 | 327 | –4 |
| Motor | 63 | 87 | –27 |
| Property insurance | 11 | 8 | +48 |
| Liability insurance | 13 | 15 | –14 |
| Accident insurance | 7 | 6 | +13 |
| Other property/ casualty insurance |
7 | 7 | — |
| Unit-linked life and annuity insurance |
70 | 68 | +2 |
| Traditional life and annuity insurance |
109 | 101 | +7 |
| Term life products | 33 | 33 | — |
| Other life products | 2 | 1 | +48 |
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | +/– % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||
| Gross written premium | 2,151 | 1,334 | +61 |
| Net premium earned | 1,748 | 1,078 | +62 |
| Underwriting result | 17 | –21 | +181 |
| Net investment income | 146 | 118 | +24 |
| Operating profi t (EBIT) | 113 | 52 | +117 |
| Combined ratio (net, property/ casualty only) 2) in % |
94.9 | 99.0 | –4.1 pt. |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes 2) Including net interest income on funds withheld and contract deposits
The Retail International Division brings together the activities of companies serving retail clients in property insurance, life insurance and bancassurance outside Germany, and now operates in 14 countries through 27 insurance companies.
Its local, industry-specifi c know-how and presence via an extensive distribution network enable the division to identify its clients' particular requirements and provide customised solutions. The product range encompasses motor in surance, property/casualty insurance, marine and fi re insurance as well as life insurance.
The division operates in two strategic target regions and focuses on two high-growth core markets within each of these. In Latin America, it is present in the two largest countries in terms of premium income, Brazil and Mexico. In Central and Eastern Europe, the division operates in Poland and Turkey, two of the three markets with the highest premium income. International business is conducted to a large extent through agents and brokers. In addition, postal service partners and banks are an important sales channel for several companies.
The main development in the fi rst half of 2013 was once again the integration of companies acquired in these target regions in 2012. The Mexican insurer Metropolitana Compañía de Seguros S. A. merged with HDI Seguros S. A. de C. V. with eff ect from 1 January 2013. The new company is being run under
the name HDI Seguros S. A. de C. V. The Talanx Group became the second-largest operator on the Polish insurance market in the 2012 fi nancial year following the takeover of the WARTA Group and the TU Europa Group. Both acquisitions were carried out with our strategic partner Meiji Yasuda, which owned just under 25% of shares in WARTA and a signifi cant minority holding in the TU Europa Group at the end of the second quarter of 2013. The merger of the property insurance companies HDI and WARTA will be followed at the end of 2013 by the merger of Polish life insurers TUnŻ WARTA S. A. and HDI-Gerling Życie; however, the HDI brand will continue to be represented on the Polish market.
Only a limited comparison with the prior-year period is possible. The WARTA and TU Europa companies are included in the fi gures for the fi rst six months of 2013, while only the TU Europa companies were included for one month in the fi rst half of 2012.
A restructuring project was started in Turkey in response to ongoing diffi culties on the market and to ensure long-term stabilisation of income. The aim is to bring the product portfolio into line with the market and to achieve a profi table sales structure, effi cient cost and claims management, appropriate pricing and improved risk selection.
The segment's gross written premium (including premiums from unit-linked life and annuity insurance) rose by 61% year-on-year to EUR 2.2 (1.3) billion. Over EUR 640 million of this premium growth was attributable to the companies acquired in Poland in 2012.
Gross written premium growth was primarily infl uenced by positive developments in property business, where premium rose by 49% to EUR 1.4 billion, including a signifi cant contribution from the new Polish companies. Life insurance business also grew by 93% to EUR 712 million owing to the fi rst-time inclusion of the new Polish life insurers.
Around three quarters of our total premium income in Latin America comes from the Brazilian market, where the Retail International Division operates mainly in motor insurance. The Brazilian company HDI Seguros S. A. increased its written premium by 8% year-on-year to EUR 421 million, taking into account exchange rate eff ects. With adjustments for exchange
rate eff ects, the company's premium income rose by 19%, largely owing to higher premiums and the conclusion of a large number of new contracts in motor insurance business. The Mexican company HDI Seguros S. A. de C. V. increased its gross written premium to EUR 88 million, mainly owing to growth in new business and increases in premiums in motor insurance. The combined gross written premium of HDI Seguros and Metropolitana in the previous year was EUR 69 million.
The Polish companies accounted for 41% of the division's total written premium, compared with 14% in the previous year. Following the merger with HDI Asekuracja S. A., TUiR WARTA S. A. recorded premium volume in property insu rance of EUR 444 million. The combined gross written premium of the life insurers TUnŻ WARTA S. A. and HDI-Gerling Życie amounted to EUR 152 (44) million. Premium income for the TU Europa Group amounted to EUR 280 million, most of which came from life insurance.
The Turkish property insurer HDI Sigorta began to benefi t from the eff ects of the abovementioned project to improve profi tability. The company achieved profi table year-on-year growth of 23%; with adjustments for exchange rate eff ects, premium growth was 25%. Written premium in other property insurance increased by 70%. In motor insurance, average premiums in local currency were up 65%, while the number of contracts declined by 37%. Motor insu rance accounted for 59% of the company's entire portfolio, compared with 70% in the same period of the previous year. HDI Sigorta is thus well on the way to achieving a more diversifi ed and more profi table product portfolio.
The Italian company HDI Assicurazioni held its ground well in a property insurance market that was in decline overall. Growth of around 6% was achieved in property/casualty in surance, particularly in fi re, householders and motor thirdparty liability insurance, partly owing to the expansion of the distribution network. Life insurance premiums rose by 37% year-on-year, largely owing to higher income from sales through banks.
The combined ratio in international property/casualty insurance was 94.9 (99.0)%, 4.1 percentage points better than in the comparable period. The newly acquired Polish companies with their comparatively low combined ratios contributed to this, as did the improvement in loss ratios in motor insurance as a result of increases in premiums and improved portfolios, particularly in core markets. This applies in particular to the Brazilian company HDI Seguros S. A. and the Turkish company HDI Sigorta. Damage caused by fl oods and heavy rain in June 2013 resulted in a net burden of EUR 8 million for the Polish company TUiR WARTA S. A. in the reporting period. The company was aff ected by a major loss event in the agricultural sector (frost damage) in the corresponding period of the previous year. Other property insurance companies assigned to the segment were not aff ected by fl oods in the fi rst half of 2013, or the impact of the fl oods was only minimal. The underwriting result of Italian company HDI Assicurazioni remained largely stable.
The division's underwriting result amounted to +EUR 17 (−21) million. This increase was mainly due to the Polish companies (contribution to results: EUR 30 million).
Net investment income in the division amounted to EUR 146 million as at the end of the second quarter of 2013, a year-on-year rise of 24%. Extraordinary investment income accounted for EUR 22 million of this fi gure, compared with EUR 35 million in the prior-year period. The Polish companies contributed EUR 45 million or 31% to total net investment income for the second quarter, compared with EUR 8 million or 6% in the same period of the previous year. The negative eff ects on ordinary investment income of lower interest rates in almost all countries were off set by the inclusion of the new companies. Higher investment portfolios across the board and the eff ects of shift ing parts of the liquid investment portfolio into bonds yielding a higher rate of interest also had a positive impact on the development of ordinary investment income. Net investment income includes profi t on investment contracts in the amount of EUR 4 million. Investment contracts are policies that, in accordance with IFRS, provide too little risk cover to be classifi ed as insurance contracts.
The Retail International Division reported an improvement in its underwriting result and higher net investment income as a result of the acquisitions in Poland. This led to a yearon-year increase of 117% in the operating profi t (EBIT) to EUR 113 million. As a result, the EBIT margin rose by 1.7 percentage points to 6.5%. Group net income attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG grew by 113% to EUR 66 (31) million.
| The Retail International segment at a glance – further key fi gures |
6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | +/– % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||
| Gross written premium | 2,151 | 1,334 | +61 |
| Property/casualty | 1,439 | 966 | +49 |
| Life | 712 | 368 | +93 |
| Net premium earned | 1,748 | 1,078 | +62 |
| Property/casualty | 1,173 | 822 | +43 |
| Life | 575 | 256 | +125 |
| Underwriting result | 17 | –21 | +181 |
| Property/casualty | 59 | 8 | +638 |
| Life | –42 | –29 | –45 |
| Other | — | — | — |
| Net investment income | 146 | 118 | +24 |
| Property/casualty | 83 | 67 | +24 |
| Life | 63 | 50 | +26 |
| Other | — | 1 | –100 |
| New business measured in Annual Premium Equivalent |
713 | 416 | +71 |
| Single premiums (life) | 572 | 220 | +160 |
| Regular premiums (life and non-life) |
656 | 394 | +66 |
| New business by product in Annual Premium Equivalent |
713 | 416 | +71 |
| Motor | 373 | 260 | +44 |
| Property insurance | 80 | 40 | +101 |
| Liability insurance | 34 | 20 | +68 |
| Accident insurance | 8 | 4 | +84 |
| Other property/ casualty insurance |
115 | 48 | +142 |
| Unit-linked life and annuity insurance |
17 | 9 | +90 |
| Traditional life and annuity insurance |
27 | 12 | +115 |
| Term life products | 44 | 11 | +290 |
| Other life products | 15 | 11 | +29 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | +/– % |
|---|---|---|
| 4,097 | 4,080 | — |
| 3,404 | 3,304 | +3 |
| 191 | 100 | +91 |
| 378 | 429 | –13 |
| 567 | 449 | +26 |
| 94.2 | 96.8 | –2.6 pt. |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes 2) Including net interest income on funds withheld and contract deposits
Non-Life Reinsurance is the larger of our two reinsurance segments, both of which are operated by our subsidiary Hannover Rück SE. The Group hopes to achieve further profi table growth in this segment. Our strategy is aimed at active cycle management. We expand our business based on the diff erent lines if the rate situation is favourable and scale it back if prices do not appear commensurate with risk.
The situation on international reinsurance markets is more competitive than in the comparable period. Our non-life reinsurance business nevertheless developed favourably. Following good results in renewals at the beginning of the year, we were thoroughly satisfi ed with the results of treaty renewals on 1 April 2013. We are pleased with market conditions in Japan, following signifi cant rate increases there in the last two years. Rates remain at a high level. In line with our strategy of consistent cycle management, we have also increased our shares in existing contracts, resulting in premium growth of around 6% in the original currency. In Korea, on the other hand, market conditions are more diffi cult. We have therefore reduced our involvement in proportional business and expanded our non-proportional business, in which margins are higher. Expected price increases in our US property catastrophe business – where only a small proportion of contracts were renewed on 1 April 2013 – failed to materialise. This was due to additional capacity offered by the non-traditional reinsurance market.
Gross premium for our Non-Life Reinsurance segment in crea sed marginally compared with the corresponding period of the previous year, to EUR 4.1 (4.1) billion. At constant exchange rates, especially against the US dollar, growth would have been 1%. The retention ratio remained unchanged at 90.2 (90.2)%. Net premium earned climbed 3% to EUR 3.4 (3.3) billion, or 4% aft er currency adjustments.
Net investment income in the Non-Life Reinsurance segment decreased from EUR 429 million to EUR 378 million in the fi rst half of 2013. This was due to a signifi cant decline of EUR 29 million in the unrealised net gain, resulting mainly from changes in infl ation swaps. Ordinary investment income fell from EUR 410 million to EUR 385 million owing to a reduction in interest rates.
Following a very calm major loss experience in the fi rst quarter, we incurred a series of major losses in the second quarter. The net burden of the recent fl oods came to EUR 137 million. Other major losses also occurred in the second quarter, such as hail damage in Germany and a fl ood in Canada. Catastrophe losses as at 30 June 2013 amounted to EUR 260 (132) million in total. This was within the expected range for the fi rst half of the year. The underwriting result for the Non-Life Reinsurance segment as a whole nevertheless rose signifi cantly to EUR 191 (100) million, owing to an increase in net premium earned and positive run-off of loss reserves from previous years. The combined ratio for the fi rst half of 2013 was positive, at 94.2 (96.8)%.
The operating profi t (EBIT) for the Non-Life Reinsurance segment surged by a pleasing 26% to EUR 567 (449) million as at 30 June 2013. Group net income attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG grew to EUR 166 (143) million.
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | +/– % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||
| Gross written premium | 3,130 | 2,809 | +11 |
| Net premium earned | 2,787 | 2,521 | +11 |
| Underwriting result | –194 | –121 | –60 |
| Net investment income | 315 | 286 | +10 |
| Operating profi t (EBIT) | 108 | 153 | –29 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes
As one of the fi ve largest established life and health reinsurers operating internationally, this segment of the Talanx Group off ers worldwide reinsurance cover to customers in all lines of life and health insurance. We have an excellent international network and a presence on all continents.
Persistent low interest rates and the resulting decline in investment income are placing an increasing burden on the insurance sector, requiring additional reserves to be established and held for future claims payments and giving rise to new capital and solvency requirements. The latter call for reinsu rance solutions that off er an alternative way of raising capital. The increasing concentration of insurance in important markets of the future, such as Latin America, Eastern Europe and Asia, ensured further gratifying growth in these regions in the fi rst half of the year. These markets focus primarily on traditional reinsurance products that cover underwriting risks relating to mortality, morbidity and disability and on products for the fi nancing of new business.
Gross premium income in life/health reinsurance amounted to EUR 3.1 (2.8) billion as at 30 June 2013. This represents pleasing growth of 11%. At constant exchange rates, growth would even have amounted to 13%. The retention ratio rose slightly to 89.6 (89.2)%. Net premium earned grew by 11% to EUR 2.8 (2.5) billion. At constant exchange rates, growth in net premium earned would have come in at 13%.
Net investment income in the Life/Health Reinsurance segment rose from EUR 286 million to EUR 315 million in the fi rst half of 2013, despite ongoing low interest rates and the resulting decrease in investment income. The main factor infl uencing this was growth in net interest income from funds withheld and contract deposits, which rose from EUR 150 million to EUR 180 million. While ModCo derivatives had no signifi cant impact, ordinary investment income grew from EUR 117 million to EUR 121 million.
Business development was generally slightly below our expectations in the reporting period. This was mainly due to losses in part of our US mortality business. The Life/Health Reinsurance segment achieved a total operating profi t (EBIT) of EUR 108 (153) million in the reporting period as at 30 June 2013. Group net income attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG amounted to EUR 40 (62) million.
The most important companies in the Corporate Operations segment are the Group holding company Talanx AG, the in-house service companies Talanx Service AG and Talanx Systeme AG, the asset management companies, Talanx Reinsurance Broker GmbH and Talanx Reinsurance (Ireland) Ltd. in Dublin.
Talanx AG sold shares in Swiss Life Holding AG via the market in small tranches in the fi rst and second quarters of 2013. This reduced its stake in the company from 9.26% at the beginning of the year to 5.03%. This sale was a result of our conservative investment strategy, derived from our holistic risk management system, which aims to limit accumulation risks. We still regard our remaining investment in Swiss Life as a long-term investment of Talanx AG.
Underwriting business written through our subsidiary Talanx Reinsurance (Ireland) Ltd. has been reported for the fi rst time in the Corporate Operations segment since 2013. The aim of this in-house reinsurance is to increase retentions and optimise capital utilisation. In-house business written by Talanx Re (Ireland) will be partly reallocated to the ceding segments, to enable the respective segments to exploit the benefi ts of di versifi cation. Furthermore, any business that includes additional cross-segment diversifi cation benefi ts will be reported in the Corporate Operations segment. Gross written premium in this business amounted to EUR 25 million in the fi rst half of 2013. It resulted mainly from reinsurance cessions in the Retail International and Retail Germany segments. Owing to extraordinary start-up costs, Talanx Re (Ireland) posted an operating result of EUR 0 (1) million for the Corporate Operations segment in the fi rst half of 2013.
Talanx Reinsurance Broker GmbH is wholly owned by Talanx AG and handles the complete spectrum of the reinsu rance business process for Group cedants. In 2013, it once again managed to obtain the necessary reinsurance capacity for all of the Group cedants that it manages on the global market. The company's operating profi t for the fi rst half of 2013 was EUR 8 (7) million, of which a signifi cant portion will be re allocated to the business ceding segments. EUR 1 (1) million of this company's earnings therefore remained in the Corporate Operations segment.
Talanx Asset Management GmbH – in cooperation with its subsidiary Ampega Investment GmbH (until 1 July 2013 AmpegaGerling Investment GmbH) – is chiefl y responsible for hand ling the management and administration of the Group companies' investments and provides related services such as investment accounting and reporting. The total contribution of the two companies and of Talanx Immobilien Management GmbH to the segment's operating profi t remained stable in the fi rst half of 2013, at EUR 20 (20) million.
As an investment company, Ampega Investment GmbH administers public and special funds and performs fi nancial portfolio management tasks for institutional clients. It focuses on portfolio management and the administration of investments for clients outside the Group. The volume of assets it managed rose by 5% in total to EUR 14.7 billion, compared with EUR 14.0 billion at the beginning of the year. Over half of this sum, EUR 8.0 (7.9) billion, was administered on behalf of Group companies through special funds and direct investment mandates. Of the remaining portion, EUR 3.2 (2.8) billion was attributable to institutional third-party clients and EUR 3.5 (3.3) billion to retail business. The latter is off ered both through the Group's own distribution channels and products such as unit-linked life insurance as well as through external asset managers and banks.
The operating result of the Corporate Operations segment improved by EUR 105 million to EUR 85 (−20) million in the fi rst half of 2013, largely owing to the sale of shares in Swiss Life Holding AG by Talanx AG. This transaction resulted in a pre-tax profi t of EUR 98 million. For further details, cf. "Notes on the consolidated statement of income", item 12 "Net investment income", in the Notes. Group net income attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG amounted to EUR 31 (−42) million in the fi rst half of 2013.
The balance sheet structure of the Talanx Group is shaped by its character as a diversifi ed insurance group and its activities as a large insurance group with operations all over the world. The predominant asset item is investments, accounting for 76% of total assets. Without taking into account funds withheld by ceding companies and investments under investment contracts, investments amounted to EUR 85.7 billion or Ö
65% of total assets. These investments serve fi rst and foremost as cover for insurance business provisions (69% of total assets), which – excluding provisions in the area of life insurance in sofar as the investment risk is borne by policyholders – totalled EUR 91.9 billion. The most important sources of funding are shareholders' equity (8% of the balance sheet total) and issued subordinated debt (2% of the balance sheet total).
| Asset structure | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | In % | Figures in EUR million | In % | |
| Intangible assets | 2,641 | 2 | 2,793 | 2 |
| Investments | 100,389 | 76 | 98,948 | 76 |
| Investments for the account and risk of holders of life insurance policies |
7,888 | 6 | 7,451 | 6 |
| Reinsurance recoverables on technical provisions | 7,058 | 5 | 6,989 | 5 |
| Accounts receivable on insurance business | 5,737 | 4 | 5,081 | 4 |
| Deferred acquisition costs | 4,440 | 3 | 4,378 | 3 |
| Cash | 1,740 | 1 | 2,119 | 2 |
| Deferred tax assets | 536 | <1 | 529 | <1 |
| Other assets | 2,190 | 2 | 2,006 | 2 |
| Non-current assets and assets of disposal groups classifi ed as held for sale |
44 | <1 | 56 | <1 |
| Total assets | 132,663 | 100 | 130,350 | 100 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
The increase of EUR 2.3 billion in our total assets to EUR 132.7 bil lion in the fi rst half of 2013 can be attributed principally to growth in our investment portfolio (+EUR 1.4 billion) and an increase in accounts receivable on insurance business (+EUR 656 million). The growth in investments was the result of an increase in the portfolio of "Other invested assets" (+EUR 1.4 billion), particularly in short-term investments
(+EUR 1.5 billion). For more detailed explanations of investments, cf. the section below and "Notes on individual items of the consolidated balance sheet" in the Notes. Growth in accounts receivable on insurance business was mainly attributable to accounts receivable (+EUR 434 million, of which +EUR 426 million was in the Non-Life Reinsurance segment) and accounts receivable from policyholders (+EUR 190 million, of which +EUR 142 million was in the Industrial Lines segment).
| Breakdown of the investment portfolio | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million |
In % of total assets |
Figures in EUR million |
In % of total assets |
|
| Investments under investment contracts | 1,530 | 1 | 1,698 | 1 |
| Funds withheld by ceding companies | 13,189 | 10 | 13,198 | 10 |
| Assets under own management | 85,670 | 65 | 84,052 | 65 |
| Total | 100,389 | 76 | 98,948 | 76 |
The investment portfolio grew by 1% to just over EUR 100 billion in the fi rst half of the fi nancial year. Investments under investment contracts fell slightly, while funds withheld by ceding companies remained stable. The increase in the portfolio therefore related mainly to assets under own management, which grew by EUR 1.6 billion. This growth was attributable to cash infl ows from underwriting business, which were reinvested in accordance with respective corporate guidelines.
Following a fall in interest rates for all maturities at the end of the fi rst quarter of 2013, interest rates were up again at the end of the second quarter, irrespective of maturities. Interest rates on two-year German government bonds stood at 0.19% at the end of the second quarter, 17 basis points higher than at the end of 2012. For ten-year bonds in the same risk class, the interest rate was 1.73%, up 35 basis points on the comparable period.
The decline in the value of the US dollar against the euro in the fi rst half of the year had a direct impact on investments held in USD, increasing the value of the portfolio. The exchange rate as at 31 December 2012 was USD 1.32/EUR. Following an initial increase, the exchange rate stood at USD 1.31/EUR at the end of the second quarter. Our holdings of investments in US dollars amounted to EUR 12.9 billion at the end of the second quarter, representing 15% of assets under own management.
Fixed-income investments were once again the most signifi cant asset class as at 30 June 2013. Most reinvestments also occurred in this class, with due consideration being given to the respective technical requirements and the existing investment structure. Fixed-income securities accounted for 76% of the total investment portfolio. The contribution to earnings of this asset class amounted to EUR 1.6 billion, the majority of which was reinvested in the period under review.
Equity exposure did not increase signifi cantly in the second quarter of the 2013 fi nancial year. Equity allocation aft er taking account of derivatives (equity ratio) was still 1.0% at the end of the second quarter. Although the increase in the weighting of alternative investments and real estate asset classes was negligible, they nevertheless diversifi ed and thus added stability to the various portfolios.
In compliance with all legal requirements and internal Group guidelines, the investment portfolio as at 30 June 2013 was made up as follows:
| the investment portfolio | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 |
|---|---|---|
| In % | ||
| Fixed-income securities | 76 | 77 |
| Equities and other variable-yield securities |
1 | 1 |
| Funds withheld by ceding companies |
13 | 13 |
| Real estate | 2 | 2 |
| Investments under investment contracts |
2 | 2 |
| Other | 6 | 5 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
| on the balance sheet by asset class | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | In % | Figures in EUR million | In % | |
| Investment property | 1,584 | 2 | 1,297 | 2 |
| Investments in affi liated companies and participating interests | 118 | <1 | 80 | <1 |
| Investments in associated companies and joint ventures | 238 | <1 | 237 | <1 |
| Loans and receivables | ||||
| Loans incl. mortgage loans | 1,108 | 1 | 1,182 | 1 |
| Loans and receivables due from governmental or quasi-governmental entities together with fi xed-income securities |
31,222 | 36 | 30,919 | 37 |
| Financial assets held to maturity | 3,336 | 4 | 3,857 | 5 |
| Financial assets available for sale | ||||
| Fixed-income securities | 40,648 | 47 | 40,080 | 48 |
| Variable-yield securities | 1,279 | 1 | 1,257 | 1 |
| Financial assets at fair value through profi t or loss | ||||
| Financial assets classifi ed at fair value through profi t or loss | ||||
| Fixed-income securities | 972 | 1 | 1,346 | 1 |
| Variable-yield securities | 84 | <1 | 83 | <1 |
| Financial assets held for trading | ||||
| Fixed-income securities | 13 | <1 | 16 | <1 |
| Variable-yield securities | 126 | <1 | 123 | <1 |
| Derivatives 1) | 70 | <1 | 74 | <1 |
| Other invested assets | 4,872 | 6 | 3,501 | 4 |
| Total assets under own management | 85,670 | 100 | 84,052 | 100 |
1) Derivatives only with positive market values and excluding hedging instruments used in the context of hedge accounting
Interest rates remained low in the fi rst half of 2013, but were up again slightly by the end of the second quarter. Ongoing excess liquidity kept interest rates down overall.
Volatility of fi nancial bond spreads is still driven by the unresolved debt crisis in various countries within and outside the Eurozone, political uncertainty in parts of southern Europe and the fragile situation of the Spanish banking system. In view of declining profi tability and falling interest margins, we continued to invest only in senior bonds and selective subordinated bonds from institutions with solid credit ratings.
The portfolio of fi xed-income investments (excluding mortgage and policy loans) amounted to EUR 76.2 billion at the end of the second quarter, almost the same level as at the beginning of the year. At 76% of total investments, this asset class continued to represent the most signifi cant share of our investments in terms of volume. Fixed-income investments were primarily divided into the investment categories of "Loans and receivables" and "Financial assets available for sale".
"Fixed-income securities available for sale", which have a volatile impact on shareholders' equity, increased to EUR 40.6 billion, or 53% of total investments in this asset class, in the fi rst half of the year. This represented net growth of EUR 0.6 billion. We invested in German covered bonds (Pfandbriefe) and corporate securities, avoiding countries at risk of default. Valuation reserves – i.e. the net balance of unrealised gains and losses – have fallen from EUR 2.6 billion to EUR 1.6 billion since the end of 2012, owing to the slight rise in interest rates.
Alongside the "Financial assets available for sale" category, the Talanx Group is essentially adhering to its strategy of making new investments in the "Loans and receivables" category in order to reduce balance sheet volatility. These holdings had risen by EUR 0.2 billion to EUR 32.3 billion (42% of total holdings in this asset class) by the end of the period under review. Further investment in government bonds was limited, due to extremely low yields. Our portfolio of government securities or securities with a similar level of security in this holdings category thus amounted to EUR 10.1 billion. German covered bonds (Pfandbriefe) still represent the largest item in the portfolio. Off -balance sheet valuation reserves fell from EUR 4.3 billion at the end of 2012 to EUR 3.3 billion at the end of the se cond quarter of 2013, owing to market conditions.
At the end of 2012, the Group had manageable exposure to government bonds from the so-called GIIPS countries. In the light of risk considerations, we sold the Greek government bonds in our portfolio in 2011 with the exception of a small residual holding. As a result, accumulated write-downs in 2012 amounted to only EUR 81 thousand for the Group as a whole. No further write-downs were required on these securities in the period under review. Our exposure to the GIIPS countries increased only for Italian government bonds in Ö
the reporting period compared with 2012, mainly through our Italian subsidiary. This process is subject to strict risk assessment and monitoring.
The Talanx Group's investment exposure to GIIPS government bonds amounted to EUR 1,125 million at market value. Italy accounted for EUR 758 million of this sum (of which our Italian Group company accounted for EUR 522 million), Spain EUR 86 million, Ireland EUR 256 million, Portugal EUR 20 million and Greece EUR 5 million.
| Corporate securities | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GIIPS exposure in fi xed-income investments as at 30 June 2013 1) |
Government bonds |
Quasi government bonds |
Financial bonds |
Industrial bonds |
Covered bonds/ asset-backed securities |
Other | Total |
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Greece | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| Ireland | 256 | — | 6 | 27 | 170 | 224 | 683 |
| Italy | 758 | — | 229 | 259 | 836 | 19 | 2,101 |
| Portugal | 20 | — | — | 1 | 8 | — | 29 |
| Spain | 86 | 268 | 68 | 228 | 477 | — | 1,127 |
| Total | 1,125 | 268 | 303 | 515 | 1,491 | 243 | 3,945 |
| Corporate securities | Covered | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GIIPS exposure in fi xed-income investments as at 31 December 2012 1) |
Quasi Government government bonds bonds |
Financial bonds |
Industrial bonds |
bonds/ asset-backed securities |
Other | Total | |
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Greece | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| Ireland | 235 | — | 14 | 29 | 162 | 188 | 628 |
| Italy | 647 | — | 420 | 279 | 961 | — | 2,307 |
| Portugal | 26 | — | — | 1 | 8 | — | 35 |
| Spain | 88 | 254 | 90 | 231 | 522 | — | 1,185 |
| Total | 1,000 | 254 | 524 | 540 | 1,653 | 188 | 4,159 |
1) With regard to the allocation of countries, the country of the banking group, rather than that of the issuer, is decisive
The breakdown of exposures in which a Spanish bank was the risk carrier was as follows for all asset classes.
| Exposure to Spanish banks 1) | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Covered bonds and asset backed securities/cédulas |
477 | 522 |
| Financial bonds | 68 | 90 |
| Banks with a public guarantee | — | 21 |
| Time deposits | 1 | 2 |
| Equities | 3 | 2 |
| Derivatives | 5 | 6 |
| Total | 554 | 643 |
1) With regard to the allocation of countries, the country of
the banking group, rather than that of the issuer, is decisive
The biggest asset class involving Spanish banks is covered bonds/asset-backed securities and multi-cédulas, which have a similar structure to German covered bonds (Pfandbriefe), at EUR 477 million. The portfolio decline is essentially attributable to disposals and repayments. Only EUR 124 million in this asset class has been invested with counterparties that are generally to be viewed as critical. The covered bonds also in clude EUR 113 million with non-Spanish subsidiaries of Spanish parent companies. These bonds were issued under British law and generally contain exclusively British mortgage cover. The remainder of the investment volume in unsecured senior bonds and subordinated loans has been placed with the largest, globally operating Spanish commercial banks.
With respect to its assets under own management, the Talanx Group also holds fi xed-income investments in the following countries at the market values below:
| Corporate securities | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exposure in fi xed-income investments as at 30 June 2013 1) |
Government bonds |
Quasi government bonds |
Financial bonds |
Industrial bonds |
Covered bonds/ asset-backed securities |
Other | Total |
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Belgium | 404 | 233 | 69 | 100 | 762 | — | 1,568 |
| Hungary | 188 | — | 15 | 41 | 11 | — | 255 |
| Slovenia | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Slovakia | 121 | — | — | — | — | — | 121 |
| Total | 713 | 233 | 85 | 141 | 773 | — | 1,945 |
| Quasi Government government bonds bonds |
Corporate securities | Covered | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exposure in fi xed-income investments as at 31 December 2012 1) |
Financial bonds |
Industrial bonds |
bonds/ asset-backed securities |
Other | Total | ||
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Belgium | 210 | 249 | 78 | 101 | 981 | — | 1,619 |
| Hungary | 163 | — | 5 | 32 | 6 | — | 206 |
| Slovenia | 41 | — | — | — | — | — | 41 |
| Slovakia | 111 | — | — | — | — | — | 111 |
| Total | 525 | 249 | 83 | 133 | 987 | — | 1,977 |
1) With regard to the allocation of countries, the country of the banking group, rather than that of the issuer, is decisive
Holdings in the "Financial assets held to maturity" category amounted to EUR 3.3 billion at the end of the fi rst half of 2013, compared with EUR 3.9 billion at the end of 2012. Having increased our holdings in this category in 2011 through restructuring, particularly in the two reinsurance segments, we have undertaken no further expansion in this category since then. The option and intention of holding these investments to maturity enables companies to reduce the volatility in their balance sheets caused by movements in interest rates.
When investing in fi xed-income securities, we continue to focus on government bonds with good ratings or securities from similarly sound issuers. There were no signifi cant rating downgrades aff ecting the entire portfolio in the last quarter. There was therefore no change in the proportion of holdings rated AAA.
| Rating of fi xed-income securities | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 |
|---|---|---|
| In % | ||
| AAA | 32 | 32 |
| AA | 29 | 30 |
| A | 20 | 20 |
| BBB or less | 19 | 18 |
The Talanx Group pursues a conservative investment policy. Of instruments in the fi xed-income securities asset class, 81% have a rating of A or above.
The Macaulay duration of the total fi xed-income securities investment portfolio of the Talanx Group stood at 6.98 years as at 30 June 2013.
As far as matching currency cover is concerned, USD-denominated investments continue to account for the largest share (15%) of the foreign currency portfolio within the Talanx Group. The total share of assets under own management held in foreign currencies as at 30 June 2013 remained virtually un changed at 27%.
Funds withheld by ceding companies in respect of collateral provided for cedants' technical provisions in the reinsurance segments have remained unchanged at EUR 13.2 billion since the end of 2012. Allowing for increased total investment portfolios, this corresponds to a ratio of 13%, as in the previous year.
European equities made a positive start to the year, with stock markets on the periphery of Europe performing well. Aft er peaking in May, markets then went into decline by the end of the second quarter. The EURO STOXX 50 closed at 2,603 points, down 1% compared with the beginning of the year. The DAX gained 5%, closing at 7,959 points. During the period under review, Talanx AG sold a not insignifi cant portion of the shares it held in Swiss Life Holding AG via the stock market. The eff ects of this are described in the "Net investment income" section below.
The net balance of unrealised gains and losses on holdings within the Group (excluding the category of "Other inves ted assets") fell only slightly by EUR 2 million to EUR 235 (237) mil lion.
Investment property totalled EUR 1.6 billion as at the balance sheet date. An additional EUR 434 million was held in real estate funds, which are recognised under "Financial assets available for sale". The Retail Germany segment and the two reinsurance segments invested directly in real estate in the second quarter. Depreciation of EUR 14 million was taken on investment property in the period under review. There were no signifi cant impairments or write-ups in the second quarter of 2013.
The real estate allocation, which also includes investments in real estate funds, was unchanged at 2%.
Holdings of alternative investments are still at a low level and serve to diversify the portfolio. The Talanx Group invested a total of EUR 55 million in a gas cavern fund through its subsidiaries in the fi rst quarter. The Group's investment re pre sented around 20% of the total volume of investment of EUR 278 million.
| Changes in net investment income | 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Ordinary investment income | 1,553 | 1,547 |
| thereof current interest income | 1,435 | 1,429 |
| thereof income from invest ments in associated companies and joint ventures |
6 | 4 |
| Realised net gains on investments | 320 | 140 |
| Write-ups/write-downs on investments |
–36 | –24 |
| Unrealised net gains/losses on investments |
–47 | 42 |
| Investment expenses | 93 | 98 |
| Income from assets under own management |
1,697 | 1,607 |
| Profi t on investment contracts | 4 | 2 |
| Net interest income from funds withheld and contract deposits |
176 | 139 |
| Total | 1,877 | 1,748 |
Income from assets under own management exceeded the previous year's level by EUR 90 million. The key driver of income was a signifi cant increase in the net gain on disposal (+EUR 180 million). The considerable decline in unrealised net gains/losses on investments of –EUR 89 million had a negative impact on income, while ordinary investment income remained virtually unchanged (+EUR 6 million) and net write-ups/write-downs were slightly higher (–EUR 12 million).
Of the gains and losses of EUR 320 million realised in the period under review, EUR 81 million related to the sale of variable-yield securities. This mainly included the sale of the strategic stake in Swiss Life Holding AG (EUR 70 million). A further EUR 28 million came from foreign exchange gains on CHF-denominated equities, which were reported under "Other income/expenses".
The Retail Germany segment invested more heavily in callable bonds with a good rating (single callables) and a minimum term of ten years in order to optimise its return and extend durations. To implement this strategy, securities in the portfolio, mostly with a short residual term, were sold. These transactions resulted in realised gains of EUR 100 million, which were used to build up additional interest reserves in accordance with the German Commercial Code (HGB).
Across all segments, short-term bonds were used to realise unrealised gains and then invested in long-term bonds from sound issuers or covered bonds. This measure further narrowed the gap in durations in real terms between the assets side and the liabilities side.
The decline in the unrealised net gain from +EUR 42 million in the previous year to –EUR 47 million was driven mainly by the volatility of derivatives in the two reinsurance segments. The unrealised net gain on the ModCo derivative (EUR 1 [11] million) and the infl ation swaps (–EUR 40 [–10] million) taken out by Hannover Rück SE in the previous year were not matched in the reporting period, owing to developments in the markets. Furthermore, the net balance of unrealised gains and losses in the Retail Germany (–EUR 3 [23] million) and Retail International (–EUR 5 [20] million) segments was not as high as in the comparable period of 2012.
At –EUR 36 million, the net gain from write-ups/write-downs was higher than in the comparable period. Signifi cant writedowns were taken on equities (EUR 11 million), in addition to write-downs on dormant participations (EUR 3 million). Moreover, a fi xed-income security of Dutch bank SNS Reaal Bank was completely written off in the amount of a further EUR 3 million in connection with the bank's controversial nationalisation, which has not involved any compensation and has since been contested. Please see item 12 "Net investment income" in the Notes for the results for individual asset classes and further details.
The level of current interest income from investments was maintained, with a larger overall investment portfolio. Ongoing low interest rates and the resulting drop in the average coupon have counteracted an increase.
The annualised net return on investment (including the eff ects of derivatives)* for our assets under own management was 4.0 (4.1)%.
Performance was more or less stable across all segments. Owing to the development of the unrealised net gain, net investment income was down year-on-year in the reinsurance segments. For further comments, please see item 12 "Net investment income", in the Notes.
| Breakdown of net investment | ||
|---|---|---|
| income by Group segment 1) | 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Industrial Lines | 105 | 109 |
| Retail Germany | 886 | 821 |
| Retail International | 148 | 119 |
| Non-Life Reinsurance | 382 | 428 |
| Life/Health Reinsurance | 312 | 283 |
| Corporate Operations | 44 | –12 |
| Total | 1,877 | 1,748 |
1) Presentation after elimination of intra-Group relations
Net investment income for the Corporate Operations segment, which essentially comprises costs for the management of investments, includes the gains realised on the sale of shares in the period under review. A substantial profi t was achieved as a result of this.
The Group has entered into various commitments. Those that are of material signifi cance to the assessment of its assets are displayed below.
| Off -balance sheet | ||
|---|---|---|
| fi nancial instruments | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 |
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Letters of credit and trust accounts as security for technical liabilities |
6,715 | 6,824 |
| Blocked custody accounts and other trust accounts |
2,493 | 2,392 |
| Guarantee payments under issued subordinated bonds |
2,862 | 2,862 |
| Outstanding commitments under existing capital participations |
933 | 1,010 |
| Other | 1,632 | 1,599 |
| Total | 14,635 | 14,687 |
For all other commitments, please refer to the section of the Notes entitled "Other information – Contingent liabilities and other fi nancial commitments".
The Talanx Group's capital structure and the composition of its liabilities are shaped by its primary insurance and reinsurance business. Technical provisions, which must be covered by assets in accordance with regulatory requirements, account for the largest share. In addition, the Group fi nances itself above all through shareholders' equity and through subordinated bonds and liabilities, which also represent our most important sources of funds.
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In EUR million | In % | In EUR million | In % | |
| Shareholders' equity | 10,648 | 8 | 11,309 | 9 |
| Subordinated liabilities | 3,107 | 2 | 3,107 | 2 |
| Technical provisions – gross | 91,919 | 69 | 89,484 | 69 |
| Technical provisions for life insurance insofar as the investment risk is borne by policyholders |
7,888 | 6 | 7,451 | 6 |
| Other provisions | 3,218 | 2 | 3,264 | 2 |
| Liabilities | 14,040 | 11 | 13,731 | 10 |
| Deferred tax liabilities | 1,821 | 1 | 1,984 | 2 |
| Liabilities of disposal groups classifi ed as held for sale | 22 | <1 | 20 | <1 |
| Total liabilities | 132,663 | 100 | 130,350 | 100 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
In view of the international nature of the various insurers involved in the Group, currency-related interdependencies between its assets and fi nancial position are inevitable.
In principle, however, insurers that operate internationally receive payments and pay claims in their respective national currencies. This means that assets to cover liabilities are also held in foreign currencies (matching currency coverage). In this context cf. our remarks in the risk report. For the purposes of the consolidated fi nancial statements, respective national currencies are presented as explained in the Notes under "Summary of major accounting policies – Currency translation".
Talanx AG issued a fi rst-rate unsecured bond with a volume of EUR 750 million on 13 February 2013, of which EUR 185 million is held by Group companies. The issue price was 99.958%. The features are described under item 10 of the Notes, "Notes payable and loans".
The Group has two syndicated variable-interest credit lines with a nominal value of EUR 1.2 billion and a term of fi ve years, which are intended to provide short- to medium-term fi nancing. Total utilisation as at 30 June 2013 was EUR 250 million. Existing syndicated credit lines can be terminated by the lenders if there is a change of control, i.e. if a person or persons acting jointly, other than HDI Haft pfl ichtverband der Deutschen Industrie V. a. G., gains direct or indirect control over more than 50% of the voting rights or share capital of Talanx AG.
With respect to further loan agreements and letters of credit, please refer to the information given on off -balance sheet fi nancial instruments and the explanatory remarks in the Notes.
Provisions connected with the insurance business aft er consolidation and allowing for the shares of reinsurers can be broken down as follows:
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR billion | ||
| Unearned premium reserve | 5.8 | 4.9 |
| Benefi t reserve | 48.0 | 47.2 |
| Loss and loss adjustment | ||
| expense reserve | 28.9 | 28.0 |
| Provision for premium refunds | 2.1 | 2.3 |
| Other technical provisions | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Total | 85.1 | 82.7 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
Liabilities to policyholders must be covered by assets in at least the same amount. The proportion of net provisions re lating to insurance business relative to total assets as at the balance sheet date – including funds withheld by ceding companies but excluding investments under investment contracts – stood at 86 (85)%. Provisions thus include surplus coverage in the amount of EUR 13.8 (14.6) billion.
Gross provisions rose by 3% or EUR 2.4 billion in total compared with the previous year. EUR 1.2 billion of this increase related to the unearned premium reserve, under which portions of premiums for subsequent insurance periods that are not yet due are reported. There was also an increase in the benefi t reserve (+1% or EUR 722 million) and in the loss and loss adjustment expense reserve (+2% or EUR 648 million).
The increase in gross benefi t reserves was driven principally by life insurance business in the Retail Germany (+EUR 636 million) and Retail International (+EUR 219 million) segments. The performance of the Retail Germany segment was largely due to neue leben Lebensversicherung AG (+EUR 239 million), PB Lebensversicherung AG (+EUR 216 million) and TARGO Lebensversicherung AG (+EUR 118 million).
The increase in the loss and loss adjustment expense reserve (gross) related mainly to the Non-Life Reinsurance segment (EUR 565 million). Growth in the Non-Life Reinsurance segment was driven primarily by Hannover Rück SE (+EUR 377 million) and E+S Rück (+EUR 152 million).
In the reporting period just ended, shareholders' equity fell by EUR 661 million – or 6% – to EUR 10,648 (11,309) million.
The Group's share amounted to EUR 6,791 (7,153) million. Major movements in shareholders' equity were driven by the following factors:
Group net income rose by 15% to EUR 407 (353) million and is reported in retained earnings.
Other reserves fell signifi cantly by EUR 503 million year-onyear, to EUR 121 million. This change was mainly due to a decline in unrealised gains/losses on investments, which fell by EUR 573 million to EUR 1.4 billion in the period under review, owing to a rise in interest rates. Gains/losses from currency translation also declined by EUR 177 million. This was essentially due to the depreciation of the Australian dollar and the Polish zloty against the euro. Other changes in shareholders' equity, which essentially comprise policyholder participation/ shadow accounting and actuarial gains and losses from pension provisions, had a compensatory eff ect (+EUR 290 [–561] million). The cash fl ow hedge reserve fell to EUR 44 (87) million.
Furthermore, the payment of a dividend to shareholders of Talanx AG in May of the period under review led to a decline of EUR 265 million in shareholders' equity.
Standard IAS 19, "Employee Benefi ts", which must be applied from 1 January 2013, had a signifi cant impact on changes in shareholders' equity at the Group. This led to a retroactive reduction of EUR 46 million in Group shareholders' equity as at 1 January 2012 and to a reduction of EUR 334 million as at 31 December 2012. For further details, cf. "Accounting policies" section, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors" of the Notes.
Non-controlling interests in shareholders' equity fell by EUR 299 million – or 7% – to EUR 3.8 billion. The non-controlling interest share in net income amounted to EUR 254 (224) million. The signifi cantly higher dividend payment to non-Group shareholders totalling EUR 257 (183) million stemmed mainly from the Hannover Re Group.
| Changes in shareholders' equity | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Common shares | 316 | 316 |
| Additional paid-in capital | 1,369 | 1,369 |
| Retained earnings | 4,985 | 4,844 |
| Cumulative other comprehensive income and other reserves |
121 | 624 |
| Group shareholders' equity | 6,791 | 7,153 |
| Non-controlling interests in shareholders' equity |
3,857 | 4,156 |
| Total | 10,648 | 11,309 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
| including non-controlling interests | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Industrial Lines | 1,759 | 1,906 |
| thereof non-controlling interests |
— | — |
| Retail Germany | 2,642 | 2,675 |
| thereof non-controlling interests |
58 | 63 |
| Retail International | 1,927 | 1,998 |
| thereof non-controlling interests |
253 | 285 |
| Reinsurance 3) | 6,225 | 6,707 |
| thereof non-controlling interests |
3,565 | 3,849 |
| Corporate Operations | –1,871 | –1,950 |
| thereof non-controlling interests |
— | — |
| Consolidation | –34 | –27 |
| thereof non-controlling interests |
–19 | –41 |
| Total shareholders' equity | 10,648 | 11,309 |
| Group shareholders' equity | 6,791 | 7,153 |
| Non-controlling interest in shareholders' equity |
3,857 | 4,156 |
1) Diff erence between the assets and liabilities of each segment
2) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
3) In the interests of simplicity, non-controlling interests in equity for the Reinsurance Division are derived from Group non-controlling interests in the Hannover Re Group; for this purpose, the two reinsurance segments are combined
The Corporate Operations segment posted a negative value that refl ects Talanx AG's debt leverage. As the Group's holding company, Talanx AG performs a fi nancing function for the Group in the primary insurance sector and for the companies in Corporate Operations. The liabilities concerned were mainly retirement pension provisions amounting to EUR 1,051 (1,046) million, liabilities from the utilisation of credit lines in the amount of EUR 250 (500) million, notes payable amounting to EUR 565 (9) million and provisions for taxes totalling EUR 129 (129) million. These liabilities were off set on Talanx AG's balance sheet by the value of its participations in subsidiaries, which are consolidated against the pro-rata equity of the subsidiaries in the consolidated fi nancial statements.
We generate liquidity primarily from our operational primary insurance and reinsurance business, from current income on our investments and from fi nancing measures. Regular liquidity planning and an investment strategy aligned with liquidity requirements ensure that the Group is able to meet its payment obligations at all times. Accordingly, no liquidity shortages have occurred.
We have published the entire cash fl ow in the cash fl ow statement in the Notes; it can be summarised as follows:
| 1.1. – 30.6.2013 | 1.1. – 30.6.2012 1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Cash fl ow from operating activities |
3,362 | 3,206 |
| Cash fl ow from investing activities |
–3,403 | –2,981 |
| Cash fl ow from fi nancing activities |
–290 | 366 |
| Change in cash and cash equivalents |
–331 | 591 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8, cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
Cash infl ows from operating activities, which also include infl ows from investment income generated, increased year-onyear from EUR 3,206 million to EUR 3,362 million. The calculation adjusts the net income of EUR 661 (577) million in the consolidated cash fl ow statement to take account of the increase in technical provisions (net) (EUR 3.4 [3.0] billion). There was also an improvement of EUR 121 million in "Changes in deferred acquisition costs" to –EUR 113 million. However, the above increases were off set by a reduction in cash fl ows from other components. In particular, the decline of –EUR 260 million in "Changes in other receivables and liabilities as well as investments and liabilities from investment contracts" had a compensatory eff ect. "Other non-cash expenses and income", which were up by EUR 57 million and mainly resulted from "Changes in technical provisions in life insurance insofar as the investment risk is borne by policyholders", amounted to –EUR 466 (–489) million (cf. corresponding changes in cash fl ow from investing activities).
The item "Changes in funds withheld and in accounts receivable and payable" fell marginally year-on-year by EUR 96 million to –EUR 823 million. The change in funds withheld is a result of the provision of collateral by reinsurers; cf. the comments on movements in investments.
Cash outfl ows from investing activities were determined by payments made for investment purchases. In real estate, cash infl ows from sales are more than off set by cash outfl ows for new investments. Net cash outfl ow from sales and new investments was –EUR 279 (–80) million. As in the previous year, outfl ows associated with the purchase of investments, amounting to EUR 1,226 (1,789) million, exceeded infl ows from sales and maturities. The "Change in other invested assets" also rose signifi cantly by –EUR 1,024 million to –EUR 1,381 million. This increase is mainly attributable to investments in and divestments of short-term investments. The item "Changes in investments for the account and risk of holders of life insurance policies" increased moderately in the period under review to –EUR 466 (–489) million. Cash outfl ows from investing activities totalled –EUR 3,403 (–2,981) million in the reporting period, higher than in the previous year.
Cash fl ow from fi nancing activities in the period under review was determined by dividend payments. These rose by EUR 339 million to –EUR 522 (–183) million; EUR 265 million related to Talanx AG, EUR 180 million to our subsidiary Hannover Rück SE and EUR 47 million to our subsidiary E+S Rückversicherung AG. The "Change in other fi nancing activities" was determined by Talanx AG's issuing of a fi rst-rate unsecured bond in the amount of EUR 565 million. The company's credit line was also reduced by EUR 250 million. For further explanation, cf. "Notes on the consolidated balance sheet", item 10 "Notes payable and loans", in the Notes. This item also includes interest payments in the amount of EUR 122 (90) million. The net cash fl ow from fi nancing activities fell by EUR 536 million year-on-year.
Cash and cash equivalents decreased by EUR 448 million in total to EUR 1.7 billion in the year under review. EUR 2 (11) million was deducted from cash through reclassifi cation in the reporting period for disposal groups pursuant to IFRS 5.
We consider opportunity and risk management to be one of our core tasks. A central mandate performed by Talanx AG is comprehensive monitoring and precise management of our risk position within the Group and the divisions, with the aim of avoiding developments that could jeopardise the Group's continued existence while at the same time maximising available opportunities.
Derived from our corporate strategy, our risk strategy formulates the objectives and structure of our risk management. Our acceptance of risks is governed by the guidelines and decisions of the Board of Management concerning the Group's risk budget. Our risk strategy is a stand-alone set of rules that provides the foundation for Group-wide risk management. It is, in conjunction with value-oriented management, an integral component of our entrepreneurial activities and is refl ected in the detailed strategies of the various divisions.
As an international insurance and fi nancial services group, we consciously enter into a wide range of risks that are indivisibly bound up with our business activities. Both our corporate strategy and our risk strategy are subject to an established review process. Through this regular scrutiny and, if necessary, adjustment of the underlying assumptions, we seek to ensure that our strategic guidelines are appropriate at all times and hence that actions are based on adequate information. Ö The Talanx Group satisfi es all currently applicable regulatory solvency requirements.
The interplay of the individual functions and bodies within the overall system is vital to an effi cient risk management system. Talanx has defi ned the roles and responsibilities as follows:
| Management element | Key risk management tasks |
|---|---|
| Supervisory Board | Advising and monitoring the Board of Management in its management of the company, inter alia with respect to risk strategy and risk management |
| Board of Management | Overall responsibility for risk management Defi ning the risk strategy Responsibility for proper functioning of risk management |
| Risk Committee | Risk-monitoring and coordinating body, charged especially with the following tasks: Critical observation and analysis of the risk position of the Group as a whole, with particular attention paid to the risk budget approved by the Board of Management and the risk strategy Monitoring of management measures within the Group with a focus on risks that could threaten the Group's continued existence |
| Chief Risk Offi cer | Responsible for holistic risk monitoring across divisions (systematic identifi cation and assessment, control/monitoring and reporting) of all risks that are material from the Group perspective Chairman of the Risk Committee Right to participate in meetings of the Board of Management when there are items on the agenda relating to risk |
| Central Risk Management |
Group-wide, independent risk monitoring function Methodological competence, inter alia for Development of processes/methods for risk assessment, management and analysis Risk limitation and reporting Risk monitoring and quantifying the risk capital needed across the Group |
| Local Risk Management |
Risk monitoring function in the divisions Observance of the centrally defi ned guidelines, methods and processes and systems of limits and thresholds that serve as a framework for local implementation, monitoring and reporting |
| Internal Auditing | Process-independent review of the functional areas of the Group |
In addition to these (risk) functions and bodies, organisational structures have been set up to deal with special issues, e.g. task forces for managing contingencies and crises.
Risk reporting in the interim report focuses on material changes in the risk position that have occurred since the com pilation of the Talanx Group Annual Report 2012. For a thorough presentation of the various types of risk, which is omitted here, the reader is referred to the detailed information contained in the Annual Report.
The risk situation of the Talanx Group can be broken down into the risk categories described below. They are based on German Accounting Standard DRS 5-20 as well as the risk catalogue contained in the Minimum Requirements for Risk Management in Insurance Undertakings (MaRisk [VA]):
| Risk category | Material risks | Major risk management measures |
|---|---|---|
| Underwriting risks | ||
| Across segments | ||
| Concentration risk | Risk balancing through diversifi cation | |
| Property/casualty primary insurance and non-life reinsurance |
||
| Actual claims experience diverges from the expected claims experience (premium/loss risk) Technical provisions do not suffi ce to fully pay for claims that have not yet been settled or reported |
Claims analysis and regular monitoring of the claims experience Actuarial modelling and monitoring of the natural hazards exposure Selective underwriting Technical audits Commensurate reinsurance protection Establishment of IBNR reserves External actuarial review of provisions |
|
| Life primary insurance | ||
| Changes in biometric actuarial bases Interest guarantee risk under life insurance contracts with guaranteed interest payments Lapse risks |
Regular review of the biometric actuarial bases Factoring of safety loadings into the actuarial bases Constant monitoring of investments and markets, initiation of appropriate management measures, particularly with regard to duration Interest rate hedges Adjustment of the surplus participation Cost controlling, focus on variable sales costs Careful selection of intermediaries Systematic monitoring of the MCEV Review of structure and volumes of new business |
|
| Life/health reinsurance | ||
| Changes in biometric actuarial bases Lapse and credit risk in connection with the prefi nancing of cedants' new business acquisition costs |
Use of secure biometric actuarial bases Systematic monitoring of the MCEV |
|
| Default risks under insurance business | ||
| Across segments | ||
| Risk of default on receivables due from reinsurers, retrocessionaires, policyholders and insurance intermediaries |
Careful selection of reinsurers and retrocessionaires Constant monitoring of credit status Measures to secure receivables Eff ective dunning and reduction of outstandings Establishment of adequate bad debt provisions |
|
| Investment risks | ||
| Across segments | ||
| Potential losses due to adverse changes in market prices (interest rates, share prices and exchange rates) Losses of value due to adverse changes in the credit status of debtors Illiquidity risk: holdings/open positions cannot be sold or closed or can only be sold/closed with delays/price mark-downs |
Monitoring and management of market price risks using the value at risk (VaR) Performance of enterprise-specifi c stress tests and those required by regulators Matching currency coverage Reviews of assets and liabilities using ALM/VaR Inclusion of ratings (rating agencies, internal ratings) in investment decisions Monitoring and management of credit risks using the credit VaR Liquid asset structure Regular liquidity planning |
| Risk category | Material risks | Major risk management measures |
|---|---|---|
| Operational risks | ||
| Across segments | ||
| Risk of losses due to the failure of persons, (IT) systems or processes or on account of external events (including non-compliance with respect to internal or external rules/ regulations) |
Multi-faceted and cause-based risk management Internal control system |
|
| Other risks | ||
| Participation risks of Talanx AG: instability in the perfor mance of subsidiaries and/or the portfolio of participating interests Risk of asset erosion of acquisitions |
Appropriate tools in the areas of controlling, internal auditing and risk management Segmental and regional diversifi cation Investments in growth markets and in product and portfolio segments that stabilise results Due diligence checks Liquidity analyses and forecasts M&A committees |
|
| Possible need to establish additional reserves in connection with pension obligations of Talanx AG |
Regular reviews of the adequacy of actuarial bases | |
| Across segments | ||
| Emerging risks, the content of which is not as yet reliably known and the implications of which are diffi cult to assess |
Various management measures, such as reinsurance, diversifi cation, risk exclusions, safety margins, contingency plans, etc. |
|
| Strategic risks: the risk of an imbalance between the corporate strategy and the constantly changing general business environment |
At least annual review of the corporate and risk strategy Adjustment of processes and structures as required |
|
| Reputational risks: possible damage to the company's name as a consequence of an unfavourable public perception |
Set communication channels Professional approach to corporate communications Tried and tested processes for defi ned crisis scenarios Established Code of Conduct |
The Talanx Group has reported a net burden of EUR 232 million from fl ood damage in Germany and neighbouring countries. Overall, major losses so far this year exceed the relevant portion of the budget for major losses.
The sovereign debt crisis in parts of the Eurozone, a weak global economy, the stability of the banking sector and the low in terest rate policy associated with the cause of all these concerns are continuing to shape the market environment.
The German economy is very stable despite high levels of sovereign debt and diffi culties encountered in eff orts to re schedule and write off debts in the Eurozone. Weak growth in the global economy, the recession in the Eurozone and doubts as to the long-term fi nancial viability of some countries are nevertheless putting a strain on the German economy.
Problems arising from the sovereign debt crisis in the Eurozone remain largely unresolved, and the ongoing recession is impeding urgently needed consolidation of state-sector budgets. However, progress has been achieved in some cases with cost-cutting programmes and thus with the restructuring of public fi nances.
As at 30 June 2013, the Talanx Group held government bonds with a market value of EUR 1,125 million from the GIIPS countries (including Italy at EUR 758 million, Ireland at EUR 256 million, Spain at EUR 86 million, Portugal at EUR 20 million and Greece at EUR 5 million) based on assets under own management, which may lead to rating-related impairments. Thanks to support measures at European level (the European Financial Stability Facility), however, there is currently no elevated risk of default on bonds from the GIIPS countries, with the exception of Greece.
The crisis and the prospect of regulatory innovations are increasingly driving a tendency towards more exacting capital requirements on the part of supervisory authorities. This trend could also aff ect some Group companies and require capital measures to be taken.
The "full fair value" principle required by Solvency II leads to severe fl uctuations in the capital requirements of German life insurers for long-term guarantees. Long-term guarantees must be taken into account when calculating the market value of underwriting commitments and must be backed up by equity. Persistent low interest rates are further exacerba ting the situation, as life insurers face the challenge of generating the contractually agreed return for commitments with high interest guarantees. In view of the uncertainties involved in ensuring that reporting is consistent with the market in accordance with Solvency II, life insurers may therefore require additional equity or may need to reduce their net risks.
The continuation of the average interest rates that prevailed in the second quarter of 2013 into the longer term, the associated fi nancing of the additional interest reserve and the simul taneous payout of valuation reserves will together put a considerable strain on German life insurance companies.
European and national supervisory authorities are also preoccupied with the question of whether regulations on drawing up preventive restructuring plans for large international insurers would be advisable, based on the model used for the regulation of banks, and which minimum requirements, if any, would be necessary. If guidelines were issued on drawing up such restructuring plans, which is conceivable, this could lead to unplanned expenses for the Talanx Group.
There is also a risk that the planned fi nancial transaction tax could aff ect the Group. The European Commission presented a proposal for a directive on a fi nancial transaction tax in February 2013. According to the current plans, this is to be introduced by some member states (including Germany) on 1 January 2014, although this does not seem to be certain in view of the short time frame. It is still unclear whether and
to what extent pension insurance products and the associated investments could be exempt from the fi nancial transaction tax.
There are also proceedings pending before the courts that could have implications for the entire German insurance industry and hence also for the Talanx Group once their outcome is legally fi nalised. This applies in particular to the area of life insurance.
Issues that are to be decided before the courts include, for example, the question of how to deal with a monthly, quarterly or half-yearly method of payment in insurance contracts. Court decisions vary with regard to treatment of surcharges for instalment payments, although higher regional courts appear to have ruled unanimously in favour of insurers. In a judgment relating to an individual action, issued on 6 February 2013, the Federal Court of Justice decided in favour of the insurer. Moreover, appeals have been withdrawn by the consumer association Verbraucherzentrale Hamburg in two lawsuits involving class actions. Another lawsuit is continuing, however. Elements that have so far been strongly challenged in court have been adjusted in new business as a precaution and for reasons of consumer-friendliness. This is not possible for in-force business on practical grounds.
No defi nite risks are as yet discernible that could have a signifi cant negative impact on the Talanx Group's assets, fi nancial position or net income. There is, however, considerable uncertainty as to whether risks associated with the sovereign debt crisis could take an even more concrete form in future and have a lasting impact on the assets, fi nancial position or net income of the Talanx Group. In particular, the further development of the crisis may also have lasting implications for the behaviour of policyholders. In this context, we should point out that, despite the active eff orts of both European and German legislators to improve the regulatory framework for insurance groups, some important issues are still the subject of ongoing discussions. This means that there is uncertainty with regard to the legal framework that will govern our entrepreneurial activities in future. In particular, it is unclear what charges will ultimately arise in connection with the fulfi lment of legal requirements.
The Eurozone economy is likely to remain overshadowed by the sovereign debt crisis, as the euro crisis is not yet over. Over all, however, the situation has eased noticeably and the policy of persevering with rescuing the euro is taking eff ect. Macroeconomic indicators have to date been mixed, although results should start to become visible soon. Economic sentiment in the Eurozone has been pointing towards a recovery since the second quarter, aft er leading indicators fell unexpectedly sharply at the beginning of the year. This improvement in mood is based on increasingly stable macroeconomic foundations. The Eurozone's trade balance is showing structural improvements, with peripheral countries in particular becoming net exporters.
We still expect the US economy to boost momentum generally in the Eurozone. Economic data have become more stable, while private household debt has been cut signifi cantly following a painful adjustment process. The US housing crisis is over, which is likely to boost US consumer confi dence further. The upturn in emerging markets has lost momentum, with disappointing economic data in China, for example. However, growth rates are expected to remain relatively high in future. The monetary policy of central banks, which has so far re mained expansionary, will not in our view lead to a signifi cant increase in infl ationary expectations in the current year.
In view of the general environment and the remaining political risks, we expect interest rates to remain low in the medium term. The market had come a long way from its historic lows by the end of the second quarter; returns fell again in July, which showed that a restrictive central bank policy cannot be expected for the time being. Market players generally showed a low level of risk elasticity and a high level of interest in spread products, despite the uncertain climate.
Although the market currently appears to be very stable, the general risk situation has not yet been stabilised in the long term. Demand for refi nancing will remain high, particularly in the area of government bonds. We expect returns and risk premiums to remain volatile.
Possible setbacks in the euro debt crisis continue to constitute a risk for the stock markets. As long as central banks continue to pursue expansionary strategies, 2012's liquidity-driven development is likely to continue in 2013. Fears of a radical about-turn by the US central bank are expected to be shortlived, as the Fed will not reduce its bond purchases until the US economy is growing. This in turn should create a positive climate for the stock markets. The recent strong growth on US stock markets makes European equities even more attractive in relative terms, as their valuation has basically remained low, which would support the possibility of rising share prices in Europe. Profi t estimates for European companies seem to be stabilising. This creates positive momentum for share price indices in the Eurozone and boosts European equities' potential for making up ground.
When assessing the anticipated development of the Talanx Group, we have made the following assumptions:
Based on steady exchange rates, the Talanx Group is aiming for gross premium growth in 2013 of at least 4%. The new acquisitions in Poland, recognised for an entire fi nancial year for the fi rst time in 2013, bring us signifi cantly closer to achieving our strategic long-term target of generating half of our total gross premium in primary insurance outside Germany. In 2013, we expect over 40% of total gross premium in primary insurance to come from abroad. Net return on investment is expected to be above 3.5% in 2013, with by far the largest contribution coming from ordinary income. We are cautiously optimistic that we will be able to achieve Group net income aft er taxes of around EUR 700 million in 2013. We therefore anticipate a return on equity of around 10%, despite the infl ow of equity from the IPO and ongoing low interest rates. This profi t target is subject to any major losses incurred and to the impact on profi t of movements in ex change rates and capital markets. Our express aim is to pay out 35% to 45% of IFRS Group net income as dividends.
HDI-Gerling Industrie Versicherung AG is one of the biggest industrial insurers in Europe and, in terms of premium volume, one of the market leaders in Germany. Its strong position in global competition is underpinned by rising premium income and expanding international business. We are aiming for growth of around 4% to 6% in gross premium income in Indus trial Lines in 2013, along with an EBIT margin of over 10%.
The German market overall is still experiencing pressure on premiums, as demand for cover remains stagnant whilst insurance capacity is growing. The market is hardening, however, particularly in motor insurance, and it is proving possible to push through some rate increases. One of our strategic aims is to use the strong capital position of our Industrial Lines segment to gradually increase our retention over the next few years and thereby profi t from premium growth disproportionately.
We believe that the best opportunities for growth are still to be found outside Germany – particularly as our domestic market penetration is already high. Our foreign business units will therefore continue to play a major role in 2013 in our drive to become a global player. Throughout Europe, we are aiming to expand our industrial insurance business in the fi elds of local business, small and medium enterprises and international insurance programmes. Our target regions outside Europe continue to be Latin America, (South-)East Asia and the Arabian Peninsula. The expansion of HDI Seguros in Madrid into a hub for industrial insurance solutions in Latin America, our strategic partnership with PVI Holdings, the leading Vietnamese industrial insurer, and the joint venture initiated in 2012 with Indian company NBFC Magma Fincorp are further steps towards internationalisation of the division.
We expect gross premium income in the Retail Germany Division to remain more or less stable year-on-year in 2013. Operating profi t (EBIT) is expected to increase signifi cantly compared with the previous year, particularly as the one-off factors that impacted negatively in 2012 no longer apply. A particular focus in life insurance in 2013 will be on establishing an even closer working relationship with our business partners in bancassurance. There is likely to be a further in crease in prices in motor insurance, which accounts for a
high proportion of total premium income in property/casualty insurance. We also expect future growth to be boosted by further expansion of our partnerships with automotive groups (e.g. Chevrolet).
We are continuing our restructuring of the division, having reached the fi rst milestone in 2012 when we began the move to the two large sites in Essen and Hannover. This is expected to be completed in 2013. Our aim is to align our business procedures and organisation with the requirements of our clients and sales partners, so that we are regarded in Germany as a particularly effi cient and client-focused insurer. Cost disadvantages vis-à-vis our competitors should also be eliminated by this realignment.
We are following a clear expansionary strategy in our international retail business, with an emphasis on premium growth and adequate profi tability. We are concentrating on continuing to build up business in our target regions of Latin America and Central and Eastern Europe through both organic and inorganic growth. A further focus is on optimising our activities in existing markets.
We are aiming for gross premium growth of around 17% to 20% in the foreign markets where our retail business operates in 2013, although there could be some changes in the recognition of contracts as insurance products in accordance with IFRS at newly acquired companies. We expect an EBIT margin of over 5% and a signifi cant year-on-year increase in operating profi t (EBIT) in 2013, largely owing to the fact that the newly acquired groups of companies will be recognised for an entire fi nancial year for the fi rst time. The acquisitions of Polish insurers TU Europa Group and WARTA, completed on 1 June 2012 and 1 July 2012 respectively, will be recognised for the entire fi nancial year from 2013 onwards.
We are continuing to make progress in integrating the recently acquired companies. The merger of Polish WARTA and HDI property and casualty companies at the end of 2012 will be followed in 2013 by the merger of Polish WARTA and HDI-Gerling life companies. The merger of the Mexican companies HDI Seguros and Metropolitana was legally concluded on 20 March 2013 and is retroactively eff ective from 1 January 2013. The company's offi cial name is now HDI Seguros S. A. de C. V. México.
As competition has intensifi ed in some Non-Life Reinsurance lines, our strategy of consistent cycle management, together with strict discipline in underwriting, remains vital. We expect to achieve growth of 3% to 5% in gross premium in Non-Life Reinsurance for 2013 as a whole, with adjustments for ex change rate eff ects, along with an EBIT margin of at least 10%.
Our organic growth forecast for gross premium in the Life/ Health Reinsurance segment remains at 5% to 7% for the current fi nancial year, adjusted for exchange rate eff ects. With regard to the EBIT margin, we expect to at least achieve our target of 2% in the areas of fi nancial solutions and longevity and 6% in mortality and morbidity business.
Underwriting business written through our Irish subsidiary Talanx Reinsurance (Ireland) Ltd. has been reported in the Corporate Operations segment for the fi rst time in 2013. We expect gross premium income for 2013 to amount to a medium eight-fi gure sum in euros.
In line with our eff orts to grow our insurance business, we also aim to increase assets under own management. However, investment performance is precisely the area that is currently subject to great uncertainty as a result of the sovereign debt and fi nancial market crises and low interest rates.
Operating profi t (EBIT) in the Corporate Operations segment should be clearly positive in 2013, as the abovementioned sale of shares resulted in an aft er-tax net gain of EUR 96 million.
| Assets | Notes | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||||
| A. Intangible assets | 1 | ||||
| a. Goodwill | 1,121 | 1,152 | |||
| b. Other intangible assets | 1,520 | 1,641 | |||
| 2,641 | 2,793 | ||||
| B. Investments | |||||
| a. Investment property | 1,584 | 1,297 | |||
| b. Investments in affi liated companies and participating interests | 118 | 80 | |||
| c. Investments in associated companies and joint ventures | 238 | 237 | |||
| d. Loans and receivables | 2 | 32,330 | 32,101 | ||
| e. Other fi nancial instruments | |||||
| i. Held to maturity | 3 | 3,336 | 3,857 | ||
| ii. Available for sale | 4/6 | 41,927 | 41,337 | ||
| iii. At fair value through profi t or loss | 5/6 | 1,265 | 1,642 | ||
| f. Other invested assets | 6 | 4,872 | 3,501 | ||
| Assets under own management | 85,670 | 84,052 | |||
| g. Investments under investment contracts | 1,530 | 1,698 | |||
| h. Funds withheld by ceding companies | 13,189 | 13,198 | |||
| Investments | 100,389 | 98,948 | |||
| C. Investments for the account and risk of holders of life insurance policies | 7,888 | 7,451 | |||
| D. Reinsurance recoverables on technical provisions | 7,058 | 6,989 | |||
| E. Accounts receivable on insurance business | 5,737 | 5,081 | |||
| F. Deferred acquisition costs | 4,440 | 4,378 | |||
| G. Cash | 1,740 | 2,119 | |||
| H. Deferred tax assets | 536 | 529 | |||
| I. Other assets | 2,190 | 2,006 | |||
| J. Non-current assets and assets of disposal groups classifi ed as held for sale2) | 44 | 56 | |||
| Total assets | 132,663 | 130,350 | |||
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes,
subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
2) For further remarks, cf. "Non-current assets held for sale and disposal groups" section of the Notes
| Liabilities | Notes | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||||
| A. Shareholders' equity | 7 | ||||
| a. Common shares | 316 | 316 | |||
| Nominal value: 316 (previous year: 316) Conditional capital: 104 (previous year: 104) |
|||||
| b. Reserves | 6,475 | 6,837 | |||
| Shareholders' equity excluding non-controlling interests | 6,791 | 7,153 | |||
| c. Non-controlling interests in shareholders' equity | 3,857 | 4,156 | |||
| Total shareholders' equity | 10,648 | 11,309 | |||
| B. Subordinated liabilities | 8 | 3,107 | 3,107 | ||
| C. Technical provisions | 9 | ||||
| a. Unearned premium reserve | 6,663 | 5,440 | |||
| b. Benefi t reserve | 48,970 | 48,248 | |||
| c. Loss and loss adjustment expense reserve | 33,891 | 33,243 | |||
| d. Provision for premium refunds | 2,075 | 2,279 | |||
| e. Other technical provisions | 320 | 274 | |||
| 91,919 | 89,484 | ||||
| D. Technical provisions in the area of life insurance insofar as | |||||
| the investment risk is borne by policyholders | 7,888 | 7,451 | |||
| E. Other provisions | |||||
| a. Provisions for pensions and other post-employment benefi ts | 1,886 | 1,869 | |||
| b. Provisions for taxes | 616 | 632 | |||
| c. Other provisions | 716 | 763 | |||
| 3,218 | 3,264 | ||||
| F. Liabilities | |||||
| a. Notes payable and loans | 10 | 1,035 | 677 | ||
| b. Funds withheld under reinsurance treaties | 6,071 | 5,975 | |||
| c. Other liabilities | 6 | 6,934 | 7,079 | ||
| 14,040 | 13,731 | ||||
| G. Deferred tax liabilities | 1,821 | 1,984 | |||
| H. Liabilities of disposal groups classifi ed as held for sale2) | 22 | 20 | |||
| Total liabilities/provisions | 122,015 | 119,041 | |||
| Total liabilities | 132,663 | 130,350 | |||
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes,
subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
2) For further remarks, cf. "Non-current assets held for sale and disposal groups" section of the Notes
| Notes 6M 2013 |
6M 2012 1) Q2 2013 |
Q2 2012 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| 1. Gross written premium including premium from | ||
| unit-linked life and annuity insurance 14,966 |
13,582 6,508 |
5,977 |
| 2. Savings elements of premium from unit-linked life and annuity insurance 583 |
510 325 |
259 |
| 3. Ceded written premium 1,899 4. Change in gross unearned premium –1,344 |
1,725 736 –1,383 352 |
635 312 |
| 5. Change in ceded unearned premium –358 |
–330 16 |
66 |
| Net premium earned 11 11,498 |
10,294 5,783 |
5,329 |
| 6. Claims and claims expenses (gross) 10,344 |
9,744 5,356 |
5,075 |
| Reinsurers' share 969 |
1,087 642 |
528 |
| Claims and claims expenses (net) 14 9,375 |
8,657 4,714 |
4,547 |
| 7. Acquisition costs and administrative expenses (gross) 3,000 |
2,442 1,583 |
1,232 |
| Reinsurers' share 268 |
192 129 |
81 |
| Acquisition costs and administrative expenses (net) 15 2,732 |
2,250 1,454 |
1,151 |
| 8. Other technical income 27 |
30 14 |
16 |
| Other technical expenses 148 |
112 96 |
53 |
| Other technical result –121 |
–82 –82 |
–37 |
| Net technical result –730 |
–695 –467 |
–406 |
| 9. a. Income from investments 1,948 |
1,839 1,067 |
845 |
| b. Investment expenses 251 |
232 154 |
125 |
| Net income from assets under own management 1,697 |
1,607 913 |
720 |
| Profi t on investment contracts 4 |
2 2 |
2 |
| Net interest income from funds withheld and contract deposits 176 |
139 87 |
65 |
| Net investment income 12/13 1,877 |
1,748 1,002 |
787 |
| thereof income from associated companies and joint ventures valued | ||
| using the equity method 6 |
4 5 |
3 |
| 10. a. Other income 394 |
321 164 |
181 |
| b. Other expenses 523 |
521 197 |
247 |
| Other income/expenses 16 –129 |
–200 –33 |
–66 |
| Profit before goodwill impairments 1,018 |
853 502 |
315 |
| 11. Goodwill impairments — |
— — |
— |
| Operating profit (EBIT) 1,018 |
853 502 |
315 |
| 12. Financing costs 104 |
91 54 |
50 |
| 13. Taxes on income 253 |
185 128 |
40 |
| Net income 661 |
577 320 |
225 |
| thereof attributable to non-controlling interests 254 |
224 116 |
78 |
| thereof attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG 407 |
353 204 |
147 |
| Earnings per share | ||
| Basic earnings per share (fi gures in EUR) 1.61 |
1.69 0.81 |
0.71 |
| Diluted earnings per share (fi gures in EUR) 1.61 |
1.69 0.81 |
0.71 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 1) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Net income | 661 | 577 | 320 | 225 |
| Not reclassifi able in the consolidated statement of income | ||||
| Actuarial gains (losses) on pension provisions | ||||
| Gains (losses) recognised directly in other income/expenses during the period | –18 | –220 | 2 | –110 |
| Tax income (expense) | 6 | 66 | — | 33 |
| –12 | –154 | 2 | –77 | |
| Changes in policyholder participation/shadow accounting | ||||
| Gains recognised directly in other income/expenses during the period | 1 | 8 | 1 | 4 |
| Tax income (expense) | — | — | — | — |
| 1 | 8 | 1 | 4 | |
| Total non-reclassifi able income (expenses) after taxes recognised in other income/expenses during the period |
–11 | –146 | 3 | –73 |
| Reclassifi able in the consolidated statement of income | ||||
| Unrealised gains (losses) from investments | ||||
| Gains (losses) recognised directly in other income/expenses during the period | –847 | 1,110 | –834 | 227 |
| Shifted to the consolidated statement of income | –199 | –103 | –134 | –50 |
| Tax income (expense) | 219 | –183 | 201 | –43 |
| –827 | 824 | –767 | 134 | |
| Currency translation | ||||
| Gains (losses) recognised directly in other income/expenses during the period | –247 | 105 | –300 | 145 |
| Shifted to the consolidated statement of income | –4 | — | — | — |
| Tax income (expense) | 14 | –11 | 25 | –19 |
| –237 | 94 | –275 | 126 | |
| Changes in policyholder participation/shadow accounting | ||||
| Gains (losses) recognised directly in other income/expenses during the period | 331 | –466 | 284 | –50 |
| Tax income (expense) | –11 | 16 | –8 | –2 |
| 320 | –450 | 276 | –52 | |
| Changes from cash fl ow hedges | ||||
| Gains (losses) recognised directly in other income/expenses during the period | –48 | 66 | –43 | 16 |
| Shifted to the consolidated statement of income | — | — | — | — |
| Tax income (expense) | 1 | –1 | 1 | 3 |
| –47 | 65 | –42 | 19 | |
| Changes from equity measurement | ||||
| Gains (losses) recognised directly in other income/expenses during the period | –1 | 2 | –1 | 2 |
| Shifted to the consolidated statement of income | — | — | — | — |
| Tax income (expense) | — | — | — | — |
| –1 | 2 | –1 | 2 | |
| Other changes | ||||
| Gains (losses) recognised directly in other income/expenses during the period | 24 | –16 | 9 | –25 |
| Shifted to the consolidated statement of income | — | — | — | — |
| Tax income (expense) | –7 | 5 | –3 | 8 |
| 17 | –11 | 6 | –17 | |
| Total reclassifi able income (expenses) after taxes recognised in other income/expenses during the period |
–775 | 524 | –803 | 212 |
| Income (expenses) after taxes recognised in other income/expenses during the period | –786 | 378 | –800 | 139 |
| Total recognised income (expenses) during the period | –125 | 955 | –480 | 364 |
| thereof attributable to non-controlling interests | –29 | 427 | –178 | 208 |
| thereof attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG | –96 | 528 | –302 | 156 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "General accounting principles and application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)" section of the Notes, subsection "Newly applicable standards/interpretations and changes in standards"; IAS 1 "Presentation of Financial Statements", section "Presentation of items of other comprehensive income"
| Other reserves | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unrealised | Other | Measure | Equity | |||||||
| Add | gains/ | Gains/ | changes | ment gains | attributable | Total | ||||
| Common | itional paid-in |
Retained | losses on invest |
losses from currency |
in share holders' |
and losses from cash |
to share holders of |
Non-con trolling |
share holders' |
|
| shares | capital | earnings | ments | translation | equity 3) | flow hedges | Talanx AG | interests | equity | |
| Figures in EUR million | ||||||||||
| As at 31.12.2011 | 260 | 630 | 4,170 | 416 | 49 | –58 | –60 | 5,407 | 3,284 | 8,691 |
| Adjustments on the basis of IAS 8 1) | — | — | 14 | — | — | –58 | — | –44 | –2 | –46 |
| As at 1.1.2012 adjusted | 260 | 630 | 4,184 | 416 | 49 | –116 | –60 | 5,363 | 3,282 | 8,645 |
| Change in scope of consolidation | — | — | –6 | — | — | — | — | –6 | 100 | 94 |
| Net income | — | — | 353 | — | — | — | — | 353 | 224 | 577 |
| thereof attributable to IAS 8 1) | — | — | –2 | — | — | — | — | –2 | — | –2 |
| Income and expenses recognised in other income/expenses |
— | — | — | 626 | 46 | –561 | 64 | 175 | 203 | 378 |
| thereof attributable to IAS 8 1) | — | — | — | — | –1 | –139 | — | –140 | –6 | –146 |
| thereof not reclassifi able | — | — | — | — | — | –140 | — | –140 | –6 | –146 |
| thereof actuarial gains or losses on pension provisions |
— | — | — | — | — | –147 | — | –147 | –7 | –154 |
| thereof changes in policyholder participation/shadow accounting |
— | — | — | — | — | 7 | — | 7 | 1 | 8 |
| thereof reclassifi able | — | — | — | 626 | 46 | –421 | 64 | 315 | 209 | 524 |
| thereof unrealised gains and losses on investments |
— | — | — | 626 | — | — | — | 626 | 198 | 824 |
| thereof currency translation | — | — | — | — | 46 | — | — | 46 | 48 | 94 |
| thereof change from cash fl ow hedges | — | — | — | — | — | — | 64 | 64 | 1 | 65 |
| thereof change from equity measurement | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | — | 2 |
| thereof sundry changes 2) | — | — | — | — | — | –423 | — | –423 | –38 | –461 |
| Total recognised income and expenses | — | — | 353 | 626 | 46 | –561 | 64 | 528 | 427 | 955 |
| Dividends paid to shareholders | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | –183 | –183 |
| As at 30.6.2012 | 260 | 630 | 4,531 | 1,042 | 95 | –677 | 4 | 5,885 | 3,626 | 9,511 |
| As at 31.12.2012 | 316 | 1,369 | 4,829 | 1,949 | 48 | –1,126 | 87 | 7,472 | 4,171 | 11,643 |
| Adjustments on the basis of IAS 8 1) | — | — | 15 | — | — | –334 | — | –319 | –15 | –334 |
| As at 31.12.2012 adjusted | 316 | 1,369 | 4,844 | 1,949 | 48 | –1,460 | 87 | 7,153 | 4,156 | 11,309 |
| Change in ownership interest with no change of control status |
— | — | –1 | — | — | — | — | –1 | 1 | — |
| Other change in scope of consolidation | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | –14 | –14 |
| Net income | — | — | 407 | — | — | — | — | 407 | 254 | 661 |
| Income and expenses recognised in other income/expenses |
— | — | — | –573 | –177 | 290 | –43 | –503 | –283 | –786 |
| thereof not reclassifi able | — | — | — | — | — | –12 | — | –12 | 1 | –11 |
| thereof actuarial gains or losses on pension provisions |
— | — | — | — | — | –13 | — | –13 | 1 | –12 |
| thereof changes in policyholder participation/shadow accounting |
— | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| thereof reclassifi able | — | — | — | –573 | –177 | 302 | –43 | –491 | –284 | –775 |
| thereof unrealised gains and losses on investments |
— | — | — | –573 | — | — | — | –573 | –254 | –827 |
| thereof currency translation | — | — | — | — | –177 | — | — | –177 | –60 | –237 |
| thereof change from cash fl ow hedges | — | — | — | — | — | — | –43 | –43 | –4 | –47 |
| thereof change from equity measurement | — | — | — | — | — | –1 | — | –1 | — | –1 |
| thereof sundry changes 2) | — | — | — | — | — | 303 | — | 303 | 34 | 337 |
| Total recognised income and expenses | — | — | 407 | –573 | –177 | 290 | –43 | –96 | –29 | –125 |
| Other capital increase | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 |
| Other capital reduction | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | –2 | –2 |
| Dividends paid to shareholders | — | — | –265 | — | — | — | — | –265 | –257 | –522 |
| As at 30.6.2013 | 316 | 1,369 | 4,985 | 1,376 | –129 | –1,170 | 44 | 6,791 | 3,857 | 10,648 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
2) Sundry changes consist of the policyholder participation/shadow accounting as well as other changes
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| I. 1. Net income | 661 | 577 |
| I. 2. Changes in technical provisions | 3,383 | 2,970 |
| I. 3. Changes in deferred acquisition costs | –113 | –234 |
| I. 4. Changes in funds withheld and in accounts receivable and payable | –823 | –727 |
| I. 5. Changes in other receivables and liabilities as well as investments and liabilities from investment contracts |
127 | 387 |
| I. 6. Changes in fi nancial assets held for trading | –1 | –13 |
| I. 7. Net losses on investments | –315 | –140 |
| I. 8. Other non-cash income | 443 | 386 |
| I. 9. Other changes 2) | — | — |
| I. Cash fl ows from operating activities | 3,362 | 3,206 |
| II. 1. Cash infl ow from the sale of consolidated companies | –6 | –4 |
| II. 2. Cash outfl ow from the purchase of consolidated companies | — | –200 |
| II. 3. Cash infl ow from the sale of real estate | 29 | 15 |
| II. 4. Cash outfl ow from the purchase of real estate | –308 | –95 |
| II. 5. Cash infl ow from the sale and maturity of fi nancial instruments | 11,476 | 8,677 |
| II. 6. Cash outfl ow from the purchase of fi nancial instruments | –12,702 | –10,466 |
| II. 7. Changes in investments for the account and risk of holders of life insurance policies | –466 | –489 |
| II. 8. Changes in other invested assets | –1,381 | –357 |
| II. 9. Cash outfl ows from the acquisition of tangible and intangible assets | –55 | –83 |
| II. 10. Cash infl ows from the sale of tangible and intangible assets | 10 | 21 |
| II. Cash fl ows from investing activities | –3,403 | –2,981 |
| III. 1. Cash infl ow from capital increases | 2 | — |
| III. 2. Cash outfl ow from capital reductions | –2 | — |
| III. 3. Dividends paid | –522 | –183 |
| III. 4. Net changes from other fi nancing activities | 232 | 549 |
| III. Cash fl ows from fi nancing activities | –290 | 366 |
| Change in cash and cash equivalents (I.+II.+III.) | –331 | 591 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the reporting period, excluding disposal groups | 2,119 | 1,570 |
| Cash and cash equivalents – exchange-rate differences on cash | –53 | 10 |
| Changes in cash and cash equivalents attributable to scope of consolidation | 3 | 6 |
| Changes in cash and cash equivalents of disposal groups in the reporting period | 2 | 11 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the reporting period, excluding disposal groups | 1,740 | 2,188 |
| Additional information | ||
| Taxes paid | 268 | 218 |
| Interest paid | 149 | 125 |
| Dividends received | 38 | 59 |
| Interest received | 1,768 | 1,655 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes,
subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
2) This item essentially includes changes in the scope of consolidation excluding disposals and acquisitions
The cash fl ow statement shows how the Group's cash and cash equivalents changed in the course of the year under review due to infl ows and outfl ows. In this context a distinction is made between cash fl ow movements from operating activities and those from investing and fi nancing activities.
Cash fl ows are presented in accordance with IAS 7 "Statement of Cash Flows".
The cash fl ow statement is presented using the indirect method for cash fl ows from operating activities. Liquid funds are limited to cash and cash equivalents and correspond to the balance sheet item "Cash".
The cash fl ow movements of the Group are characterised principally by the business model of an insurance and reinsurance enterprise. Normally, we fi rst receive premiums for risk assumption and subsequently make payments for claims. The eff ects of exchange rate diff erences on cash and cash equivalents and the infl uences of changes in the scope of consolidation are reported separately in the cash fl ow statement. The acquisition of new subsidiaries is shown in the line "Cash outfl ow from the purchase of consolidated companies". The sum of purchase prices paid less acquired cash and cash equivalents is recognised here.
Taxes paid on income as well as dividends and interest received are allocated to cash fl ows from operating activities.
Dividends received also comprise dividend-like distributions from investment funds and private equity companies, which results in deviations from our fi gures in Note 12 "Net investment income".
EUR 122 (99) million of interest paid pertains to cash fl ows from fi nancing activities, and EUR 27 (26) million to cash fl ows from operating activities.
The informational value of the cash fl ow statement for the Group is to be considered minimal. For us, it is not a substitute for liquidity and fi nancial planning, nor is it used as a management tool.
Talanx AG, whose majority shareholder is HDI Haft pfl ichtverband der Deutschen Industrie V. a. G., Hannover/Germany (HDI V. a. G.), is the parent company for all Group companies belonging to HDI V. a. G. 11.2% of the shares are in free fl oat with private and institutional investors, 6.5% is held by the Japanese partner of Talanx AG (insurance company Meiji Yasuda) while the remaining 82.3% is held by HDI V. a. G. With eff ect from 2 July 2013, HDI V. a. G. placed an additional 3.2% of its shares on the market, meaning that the HDI V. a. G. shareholding fell to 79.1% and free fl oat rose to 14.4%.
As the parent company of the Talanx Group, Talanx AG has drawn up consolidated fi nancial statements pursuant to § 290 of the German Commercial Code (HGB). In addition, the fi nancial statements of Talanx AG and its subsidiaries are included in the Group fi nancial statements of HDI V. a. G., which are prepared in accordance with §§ 341 i et seqq. HGB.
The consolidated half-yearly fi nancial report as at 30 June 2013 has been compiled in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in the form adopted for use in the European Union. The condensed consolidated fi nancial statements, consisting of the consolidated balance sheet, consolidated statement of income, consolidated statement of comprehensive income, consolidated statement of changes in shareholders' equity, consolidated cash fl ow statement and select explanatory notes, refl ects in particular the requirements of IAS 34 "Interim Financial Reporting".
We have observed all new or revised IFRSs whose application is mandatory as at 30 June 2013, as well as the interpretations thereof issued by the IFRS Interpretations Committee (IFRS IC, formerly known as the International Financial Reporting Interpretation Committee [IFRIC]) and the previous Standing Interpretations Committee (SIC) (see also the section "Newly applicable standards/interpretations and changes in standards"). In addition, the accounting policies and the consolidation principles for already existing and unchanged IFRSs correspond to those of our consolidated fi nancial statements as at 31 December 2012. We report about changes made pursuant to IAS 8 in specifi c, justifi ed cases in the section "Accounting policies", subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors".
In conformity with IAS 34.41, in our preparation of the consolidated quarterly fi nancial statements we draw on estimates and assumptions to a greater extent than is the case with annual fi nancial reporting. Changes in estimates during the current interim reporting period with signifi cant implications for the Group's assets, fi nancial position or net income did not arise. The tax expenditure (domestic income taxes, comparable taxes on income at foreign subsidiaries and changes in deferred taxes) is calculated during the year using an eff ective rate of taxation anticipated for the full fi nancial year, which is applied to the net income of the reporting period. When extrapolating the provisions for pensions during the year, the actuarially estimated eff ect of interest rate changes on pension commitments as at the end of the quarter is recognised under "Other income/ expenses" ("Other reserves"). Other actuarial parameters are not updated during the year.
Since 2002 the standards adopted by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) have been referred to as IFRS. The standards approved in earlier years still bear the name IAS (International Accounting Standards). Standards are cited in our Notes accordingly. In cases where the Notes do not make explicit reference to a particular standard, the term IFRS is used. Insurance-specifi c transactions for which IFRSs do not contain any separate standards are recognised in compliance with IFRS 4 "Insurance Contracts" according to the pertinent provisions of United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
These interim fi nancial statements were drawn up in euros (EUR). The amounts shown have been rounded to EUR millions (EUR million). This may give rise to rounding diff erences in the tables presented in this report. Figures indicated in brackets refer to the previous year.
As at 1 January 2013, the Group for the fi rst time applied the following changed or new IFRSs:
IFRS 13 "Fair Value Measurement" was published in May 2011, and its application is mandatory for fi nancial years beginning on or aft er 1 January 2013. It is to be applied prospectively as of the beginning of the fi nancial year in which it is initially applied. It standardises the defi nition of fair value and sets down a framework of applicable methods for measuring fair value. Fair value is defi ned as the price that would be received to sell an asset, the measurement of this price being based as far as possible on observable market parameters. In addition, an entity is required to provide comprehensive explanatory and quantitative disclosures, which are to describe, in particular, the quality of the fair value measurement. The scope of IFRS 13 is more extensive and comprises non-fi nancial items alongside fi nancial items. The amendments will essentially be applied if another standard calls for fair value measurement or information on the fair value is prescribed. Initial application did not result in signifi cant changes to fi gures in the consolidated fi nancial statements. With respect to the new disclosures that are required to be provided in the interim report, cf. comment 6, "Information about fair value and fair value hierarchy" in the Notes.
In June 2011 the IASB published an amendment to IAS 1 "Presentation of Financial Statements" designed to improve how items of other comprehensive income (OCI) should be presented. It is applicable retrospectively to fi nancial years beginning on or aft er 1 July 2012. IAS 1 stipulates that in the future, items under "Other income/expenses" must be disclosed separately according to whether they can be carried in the consolidated statement of income through profi t and loss (reclassifi able) or must remain under "Other income/expenses" (not reclassifi able in the consolidated statement of income). Sub-totals must be shown as required in both cases. According to this logic, taxes on income attributable to items under "Other income/expenses" are also to be allocated. These amendments relate exclusively to the presentation of other income and expenses. Pursuant to the transition guidelines, and in conformity with IAS 8, the Group made corresponding adjustments to recognition in the previous period. These amendments had no implications for the fi gures in the consolidated fi nancial statements or Group net income. With respect to the adjusted depiction of individual items under "Other income/expenses", cf. the consolidated statement of comprehensive income.
Amended IAS 19 "Employee Benefi ts" (revised in 2011), which was ratifi ed by the EU in 2012, is mandatory for fi nancial years beginning on or aft er 1 January 2013. Pursuant to the transition rules, the standard is to be applied retroactively, apart from several exceptions. The Group thoroughly explains the impact of initial application in the section "Accounting policies", subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors" (letter c).
In December 2011, the IASB published amendments to IFRS 7 "Financial Instruments: Disclosures" dealing with the set-off of fi nancial assets and liabilities. They mandate comprehensive disclosures regarding certain netting arrangements. The amended standard is applicable retrospectively to fi nancial years beginning on or aft er 1 January 2013. These amendments had no material impact for the Group.
The "Annual Improvements 2009 – 2011 Cycle", a collection of amendments to IFRSs issued by the IASB on 17 May 2012, forms part of the annual improvement process of the standards issued by the IASB. It contains a multitude of minor amendments to IFRS. The amendments, which were approved by the EU in March 2013, are applicable to fi nancial years beginning on or aft er 1 January 2013. Application of these amendments had no signifi cant impact for the Group.
On 12 May 2011 the IASB published three new and two revised standards governing consolidation, the accounting of interests in associated companies and joint ventures, and the related disclosures in the Notes:
IFRS 10 "Consolidated Financial Statements" replaces the regulations previously contained in IAS 27 "Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements" and SIC 12 "Consolidation – Special-purpose Entities". It defi nes the principle of control as the universal basis for establishing the existence of a parent-subsidiary relationship. The standard also contains additional guidelines demonstrating when control exists. We are currently examining the implications of the new IFRS 10 for the consolidated fi nancial statements. In the future, the revised IAS 27 will contain only provisions on the accounting requirements for interests in subsidiaries, associated companies and joint ventures disclosed in the parent company's individual fi nancial statements. Aside from several minor changes, the wording of the previous standard was retained.
IFRS 11 "Joint Arrangements" addresses the accounting requirements in cases where an entity shares management control over a joint venture or joint operation. The new standard replaces the pertinent regulations in IAS 31 "Interests in Joint Ventures" and SIC 13 "Jointly Controlled Entities – Non-Monetary Contributions by Venturers". According to IFRS 11, proportionate consolidation of a joint venture is no longer admissible, and the equity method must be applied in the future where an entity is classifi ed as a joint venture. The Group does not expect any signifi cant impact from this new rule as the joint ventures in the fi nancial statement are already included at equity.
The revised IAS 28 "Investments in Associates and Joint Venture" is being expanded to include rules governing accounting for interests in joint ventures. The equity method must be applied as standard in the future.
The disclosure requirements relating to the consolidation and accounting treatment of interests in associated companies and joint ventures are brought together in IFRS 12 "Disclosure of Interests in Other Entities". To some extent, the duties of disclosure under the new standard for subsidiaries, associated companies, joint arrangements and all other participating interests extend far beyond what was previously the case, the aim being to provide users of fi nancial statements with a clearer picture of the nature of the company's interests in other entities and the eff ects on assets, fi nancial position and net income. We are currently reviewing the implications of these expanded disclosure requirements for the Group.
Application of the provisions of IFRS 10, 11 and 12 and the amended IAS 27 and 28 – ratifi ed by the EU on 11 December 2012 – is mandatory for fi nancial years beginning on or aft er 1 January 2014.
In June 2012 the IASB published transitional provisions (amendments to IFRS 10, IFRS 11 and IFRS 12). The amendments clarify the transition guidance and also provide additional relief, limiting the requirement to provide comparative information. The eff ective date of the amendments is aligned with the eff ective date of IFRS 10, 11 and 12. In October 2012 the IASB announced further amendments to IFRS 10 and 12 and IAS 27, which contain an exception to the full consolidation of controlled subsidiaries. These amendments provide that parent companies meeting the defi nition of an investment entity must measure their investments in subsidiaries at fair value through profi t or loss. As a non-investment entity, Talanx AG will not be aff ected by this exception, meaning that this amendment has no practical relevance for the consolidated fi nancial statements. The June 2012 amendment was ratifi ed by the EU on 4 April 2013. It has yet to ratify the amendment announced in October 2012.
The IASB adapted the provisions governing the set-off of fi nancial assets and liabilities and published changes on 16 December 2011 in the form of amendments to IAS 32 "Financial Instruments: Presentation" dealing with the set-off of fi nancial assets and liabilities. The off setting requirements set down in IAS 32 were retained more or less in their entirety and were merely clarifi ed by add itional guidelines on application. The amendment is applicable retrospectively to fi nancial years beginning on or aft er 1 January 2014. We are currently reviewing the implications of these two amendments, ratifi ed by the EU on 13 December 2012, for the consolidated fi nancial statements.
In November 2009 the IASB published a new standard on the classifi cation and measurement of fi nancial instruments. IFRS 9 "Financial Instruments" is the fi rst step in a three-phase project intended to replace IAS 39 "Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement". Amongst other things, IFRS 9 introduces new provisions for classifying and measuring fi nancial assets. In this context, fi nancial assets must be classifi ed into two measurement categories (at fair value or amortised cost). Crucial for this categorisation are the contractually agreed cash fl ows associated with the fi nancial instrument as well as the type of fi nancial instrument management employed by the Group (business model). This standard was expanded in October 2010 to include rules governing the accounting treatment of fi nancial liabilities and derecognition of fi nancial instruments, the latter having been imported unchanged from IAS 39. Furthermore, the IASB published a draft amendment on IFRS 9 in November 2012, which provides for a third measurement model for fi nancial assets. Under certain conditions, debt instruments can therefore be measured at fair value, recognising any changes in value under "Other income/expenses". In relation to fi rst-time application, on 16 December 2011 the IASB published further amendments to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7 under the heading "Mandatory eff ective date and transition disclosures". Accordingly, the mandatory eff ective date of IFRS 9 has been deferred to fi nancial years beginning on or aft er 1 January 2015. Also in this context, the IASB incorporated in IFRS 7 detailed disclosures related to transition to IFRS 9. The standard and its amendments have yet to be ratifi ed by the EU. The Group has still to analyse the full implications of IFRS 9, including the two additional phases (rules on recording impairments and on recognising hedging relationships). It is already becoming clear, however, that the revised rules will have an infl uence, inter alia, on the accounting treatment of fi nancial assets within the Group.
The following table provides a summary of all other standards and interpretations that have not yet entered into eff ect or whose application is not yet mandatory. The Group is currently reviewing the implications that may result from their application in future reporting periods.
| Standards/Interpretations | Application mandatory for financial years beginning on or after |
Adoption by the EU Commission |
|---|---|---|
| IFRIC 21 "Levies", an interpretation of IAS 37 "Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets" |
1 January 2014 | Pending |
| Amendments to IAS 36 "Recoverable amount disclosures for non-fi nancial assets" |
1 January 2014 | Pending |
| Amendment to IAS 39 "Novation of Derivatives and Continuation of Hedge Accounting" |
1 January 2014 | Pending |
The changes in accounting policies and error corrections described in letters a) and b) relate solely to adjustments made in the prior year in accordance with the requirements of IAS 8 "Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors" with consequential eff ects for the comparable quarter 30 June 2012. For the individual changes, cf. the 2012 Annual Report (section "Accounting policies", subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors", pages 144 et seqq.).
In letter c), the Group explains the changes resulting from initial application of revised IAS 19 "Employee Benefi ts" in conformity with the transition guidelines. In addition, in depicting a merger, an error occurred with respect to the netting of deferred tax assets and liabilities. We explain the error under letter d).
In accordance with revised IAS 19, all actuarial gains and losses are to be recognised immediately and in full under "Other income/expenses" with no impact on profi t or loss, and past service cost is to be recognised immediately and in full in net income. The eff ects on the balance-sheet item "Provisions for pensions and other post-employment benefi ts" and on shareholders' equity, as reduced by deferred taxes and deferred premium refunds, are depicted in the following tables. In addition, the yield on plan assets is in future to be derived from the discount rate underlying the measurement of the defi ned benefi t obligation. Since pension commitments are fi nanced to only a limited extent using plan assets, there were no material eff ects on Group net income. Furthermore, application of revised IAS 19 on the change in recognition of supplemental benefi ts led to a modifi cation of the German obligations regarding partial retirement. In particular, when applying the so-called block model, supplemental amounts are no longer to be accumulated in full when the contract on partial retirement is concluded but instead pro-rata over the phase of the contract when the benefi ciary is working. The eff ects on the balance-sheet item "Other provisions", where partial retirement benefi ts are recognised, and on shareholders' equity, as reduced by deferred taxes and deferred premium refunds, are likewise depicted in the following tables.
Shareholders' equity was reduced by a total of EUR 195 million as at 30 June 2012, of which EUR 187 million is attributable to the shareholders of Talanx AG. Aft er-tax net income as at 30 June 2012 was reduced by EUR 6 million as a result of the adjustment made to conform to the changed accounting standards. For the overall eff ect on shareholders' equity compared with the 2012 fi nancial statements, cf. the subsection "Changes in shareholders' equity" in the section "Assets and Financial Position" in the Management Report, page 24.
d) In depicting a merger of two entities (Retail Germany segment), a netting of deferred tax assets and liabilities was overlooked in both the fi rst and second quarters of 2012. As a result, the amounts reported in the corresponding items of the balance sheets as at 31 March and 30 June 2012 were too high. There were no eff ects on shareholders' equity or net income.
The corrections undertaken had implications for the following items in the consolidated balance sheets as at 1 January 2012, 30 June 2012 and 31 December 2012:
| Consolidated balance sheet as at 1 January 2012 | As reported at 1.1.2012 |
Changes due to adjustments in accordance with IAS 8 | 1.1.2012 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | Re a) | Re b) | Re c) | |||
| Assets | ||||||
| D. | Reinsurance recoverables on technical provisions | 6,462 | 5 | — | — | 6,467 |
| F. | Deferred acquisition costs | 4,013 | –1 | — | — | 4,012 |
| H. | Deferred tax assets | 319 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 326 |
| Liabilities | ||||||
| A. b. Reserves | 5,160 | –11 | –2 | –44 | 5,103 | |
| A. c. Non-controlling interests in shareholders' equity | 3,286 | — | –2 | –2 | 3,282 | |
| C. c. Loss and loss adjustment expense reserve | 31,420 | 18 | — | — | 31,438 | |
| C. d. Provision for premium refunds | 1,008 | — | — | –2 | 1,006 | |
| E. a. Provisions for pensions and other post-employment benefi ts |
1,343 | — | — | 87 | 1,430 | |
| E. c. Other provisions | 689 | — | — | –17 | 672 | |
| G. | Deferred tax liabilities | 1,487 | –1 | 8 | –22 | 1,472 |
| As reported at Consolidated balance sheet as at 30 June 2012 |
Changes due to adjustments in accordance with IAS 8 (including adjustments as at 1 January 2012) |
30.6.2012 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | Re a) | Re b) | Re c) | Re d) | ||||
| Assets | ||||||||
| D. | Reinsurance recoverables on technical provisions | 6,984 | 5 | — | — | — | 6,989 | |
| H. | Deferred tax assets | 352 | 2 | — | 56 | –20 | 390 | |
| Liabilities | ||||||||
| A. b. Reserves | 5,824 | –14 | 2 | –187 | — | 5,625 | ||
| A. c. Non-controlling interests in shareholders' equity | 3,636 | — | –2 | –8 | — | 3,626 | ||
| C. c. Loss and loss adjustment expense reserve | 32,901 | 20 | — | — | — | 32,921 | ||
| C. d. Provision for premium refunds | 1,712 | — | — | –10 | — | 1,702 | ||
| E. a. Provisions for pensions and other post-employment benefi ts |
1,347 | — | — | 305 | — | 1,652 | ||
| E. b. Provisions for taxes | 538 | — | — | –1 | — | 537 | ||
| E. c. Other provisions | 644 | — | — | –8 | — | 636 | ||
| F. c. Other liabilities | 6,032 | 2 | — | –1 | — | 6,033 | ||
| G. | Deferred tax liabilities | 1,722 | –1 | — | –34 | –20 | 1,667 | |
| Consolidated balance sheet as at 31 December 2012 | As reported at 31.12.2012 |
Changes due to adjustments in accordance with IAS 8 (including adjustments as at 1 January 2012) |
31.12.2012 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | Re a) | Re b) | Re c) | |||
| Assets | ||||||
| H. | Deferred tax assets | 433 | — | — | 96 | 529 |
| Liabilities | ||||||
| A. b. Reserves | 7,156 | — | — | –319 | 6,837 | |
| A. c. Non-controlling interests in shareholders' equity | 4,171 | — | — | –15 | 4,156 | |
| C. d. Provision for premium refunds | 2,297 | — | — | –18 | 2,279 | |
| E. a. Provisions for pensions and other post-employment benefi ts |
1,347 | — | — | 522 | 1,869 | |
| E. c. Other provisions | 776 | — | — | –13 | 763 | |
| F. c. Other liabilities | 7,080 | — | — | –1 | 7,079 | |
| G. | Deferred tax liabilities | 2,044 | — | — | –60 | 1,984 |
The eff ects on the consolidated statement of income for the 2012 fi nancial year were as follows:
| As reported at | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated statement of income 2012 | 6M 2012 | Changes due to adjustments in accordance with IAS 8 | |||||
| Figures in EUR million | Re a) | Re b) | Re c) | ||||
| 6. | Claims and claims expenses (gross) | 9,742 | 1 | — | 1 | 9,744 | |
| 7. | Acquisition costs and administrative expenses – | ||||||
| reinsurers' share | 193 | –1 | — | — | 192 | ||
| 10. a. Other income | 327 | — | –6 | — | 321 | ||
| b. Other expenses | 527 | — | –13 | 7 | 521 | ||
| 13. Taxes on income | 186 | –1 | 2 | –2 | 185 | ||
The changes in accounting policies in the comparable period resulting from retrospective application of IAS 19 had the following eff ect on earnings per share:
| 6M 2012 as reported |
Adjustment | 6M 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR | |||
| Basic earnings per share | 1.70 | –0.01 | 1.69 |
| Diluted earnings per share | 1.70 | –0.01 | 1.69 |
The corrected amounts for the current period are the result of the diff erence between the actual IAS 19 being applied from the start of the period (letter c)) and the old IAS 19 standard no longer being applied from the start of the period.
| Consolidated balance sheet as at 30 June 2013 | Changes due to adjustments in accordance with IAS 8 |
|
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | Re c) | |
| A. b. Reserves | –348 | |
| C. d. Provision for premium refunds | –18 | |
| E. a. Provisions for pensions and other post-employment benefi ts | 520 | |
| E. c. Other provisions | –14 | |
| G. | Deferred tax liabilities | –154 |
| Consolidated statement of income as at 6M 2013 | Changes due to adjustments in accordance with IAS 8 |
|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | Re c) |
| 6. Claims and claims expenses (gross) |
–1 |
| 10. b. Other expenses | 21 |
| 13. Taxes on income |
–6 |
The changes in accounting policies in the current fi nancial year resulting from retrospective application of IAS 19 had the following eff ect on earnings per share:
| 6M 2013 prior to adjustment |
Adjustment | 6M 2013 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR | |||
| Basic earnings per share | 1.66 | –0.05 | 1.61 |
| Diluted earnings per share | 1.66 | –0.05 | 1.61 |
| Q2 2013 prior to adjustment |
Adjustment | Q2 2013 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR | |||
| Basic earnings per share | 0.84 | –0.03 | 0.81 |
| Diluted earnings per share | 0.84 | –0.03 | 0.81 |
The reporting currency of Talanx AG is the euro (EUR).
| Balance sheet (balance sheet date) | Statement of income (average) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exchange rates for our key foreign currencies | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 | ||
| 1 EUR corresponds to | ||||||
| AUD Australia | 1.4172 | 1.2690 | 1.3019 | 1.2587 | ||
| BRL Brazil |
2.8749 | 2.6942 | 2.6835 | 2.4323 | ||
| CHF Switzerland | 1.2325 | 1.2081 | 1.2256 | 1.2053 | ||
| CNY China | 8.0249 | 8.2148 | 8.1166 | 8.2251 | ||
| GBP United Kingdom | 0.8581 | 0.8180 | 0.8489 | 0.8238 | ||
| MXN Mexico | 17.0193 | 17.1341 | 16.6573 | 17.2582 | ||
| PLN Poland |
4.3359 | 4.0776 | 4.1966 | 4.2563 | ||
| USD USA | 1.3075 | 1.3182 | 1.3114 | 1.3020 | ||
| ZAR South Africa |
13.0765 | 11.2069 | 12.1184 | 10.3018 | ||
In conformity with IFRS 8 "Operating Segments", the reportable segments were determined in accordance with the internal reporting and management structure of the Group, on the basis of which the Group Board of Management regularly assesses the performance of the segments and decides on the allocation of resources to the segments. The Group splits its business activities into the areas of insurance and Corporate Operations. Insurance activities are further subdivided into fi ve reportable segments. In view of the diff erent product types, risks and capital allocations, a diff erentiation is initially made between primary insurance and reinsurance.
Since they are managed according to customer groups and geographical regions (domestic versus international) – and therefore span various lines of business – insurance activities in the primary sector are organised into three reportable segments: "Industrial Lines," "Retail Germany" and "Retail International". This segmentation also corresponds to the responsibilities of the members of the Board of Management.
Reinsurance business is handled solely by the Hannover Re Group and is divided into the two segments Non-Life Reinsurance and Life/Health Reinsurance in accordance with that group's internal reporting system. In a departure from the segmentation used in the consolidated fi nancial statements of Hannover Rück SE, however, we allocate that group's holding functions to its Non-Life Reinsurance segment. By contrast, cross-segment loans within the Hannover Re Group are allocated to the two reinsurance segments in the consolidated fi nancial statement of the Talanx Group (in the consolidated fi nancial statements of Hannover Rück SE, these loans are shown in the consolidation column). Deviations between the segment results for reinsurance business as presented in the consolidated fi nancial statements of Talanx AG and those reported in the fi nancial statements of Hannover Rück SE are thus unavoidable.
The major products and services with which these reportable segments generate income are set out below.
Industrial Lines: In the Industrial Lines segment we report worldwide industrial business as an independent segment. The scope of business operations encompasses a wide selection of insurance products, such as liability, motor, accident, fi re, property, legal protection, marine, special lines and engineering insurance for large and mid-sized enterprises in Germany and abroad. In addition, reinsurance is provided in various classes of insurance.
Retail Germany: Insurance activities serving German retail and commercial customers that span the various lines of business, including bancassurance business transacted Germany-wide – i.e. insurance products sold over the counter at banks – are managed in this reportable segment. In the area of life insurance, this segment provides insurance services across the border in Austria too. The products range from property insurance through all segments of life insurance and occupational pension insurance to all-round solutions for small and medium-sized companies and freelancers. The Group employs a wide range of sales channels, including its own exclusivity organisation as well as sales through independent brokers and multiple agents, direct sales and bank cooperations.
Retail International: The scope of operations in this segment encompasses insurance business transacted across the various lines of insurance with retail and commercial customers, including bancassurance activities in foreign markets. The range of insurance products includes car insurance, property/casualty insurance, marine and fi re insurance as well as many products in the fi eld of life insurance. A large part of international business is transacted by brokers and agents. Additionally, many companies in this segment use post offi ces and banks as sales channels.
Non-life reinsurance*: The most important activities concentrate on property and liability business with retail, commercial and industrial customers (fi rst and foremost in the US and German markets), marine and aviation business, credit/surety business, and facultative and NatCat business.
Life/health reinsurance*: The segment comprises the international activities of the Hannover Re Group in the life, health, annuity and accident lines – provided such are conducted by life insurers. The Group also has speciality line products, such as Sharia-compliant reinsurance.
Corporate Operations: In contrast to the fi ve operating segments, the Corporate Operations segment encompasses management and other functional activities that support the business conducted by the Group, primarily relating to asset management and, in the primary insurance sector, the run-off and placement of portions of reinsurance cessions, including intra-group reinsurance as well as Group fi nancing. Asset management for private and institutional investors outside the Group by Ampega Investment GmbH, Cologne, is also shown in this segment. This segment also encompasses centralised service companies that provide specifi c billable services – such as IT, collection, personnel and accounting services – mainly to the Group's primary insurers based in Germany.
All transactions between reportable segments are measured on the basis of standard market transfer prices that would also be applicable to transactions at arm's length. Cross-segment transactions within the Group are eliminated in the consolidation column, whereas income from dividend payments and profi t/loss transfer agreements accruing to the Group holding company are eliminated in the respective segment. For reasons of consistency and comparability, we have adjusted the consolidated statement of income in line with the segment statement of income. The same applies to the consolidated balance sheet and the segment balance sheet. Non-current assets amounting to EUR 4,833 (4,704) million are considered largely to consist of intangible assets (including goodwill) and own-use real estate/investment property. For cost-benefi t considerations, no breakdown was calculated by country of origin.
Depending upon the nature and time frame of the commercial activities, various management metrics and performance indicators are used to assess the fi nancial success of the reportable segments within the Group. However, the operating profi t (EBIT) – determined from IFRS profi t contributions – is used as a consistent measurement basis. The net profi t or loss for the period before income taxes is highlighted as a means of capturing true operating profi tability and for the sake of better comparability. In addition, the result is adjusted for interest charges incurred for borrowing (fi nancing costs).
| Industrial Lines | Retail Germany | Retail International | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) |
| Figures in EUR million | ||||||
| A. Intangible assets | ||||||
| a. Goodwill | 153 | 153 | 403 | 403 | 549 | 580 |
| b. Other intangible assets | 19 | 20 | 1,050 | 1,104 | 251 | 313 |
| 172 | 173 | 1,453 | 1,507 | 800 | 893 | |
| B. Investments | ||||||
| a. Investment property | 35 | 35 | 740 | 689 | 81 | 82 |
| b. Investments in affi liated companies and participating interests |
19 | 19 | 20 | 19 | — | 5 |
| c. Investments in associated companies and joint ventures |
128 | 126 | 45 | 38 | — | — |
| d. Loans and receivables | 2,277 | 2,383 | 26,332 | 26,210 | 506 | 247 |
| e. Other fi nancial assets | ||||||
| i. Held to maturity | 25 | 113 | 116 | 294 | 338 | 389 |
| ii. Financial assets available for sale | 3,683 | 3,427 | 12,520 | 12,338 | 3,335 | 3,221 |
| iii. At fair value through profi t or loss | 95 | 89 | 322 | 329 | 747 | 1,016 |
| f. Other invested assets | 780 | 567 | 1,888 | 849 | 605 | 565 |
| Assets under own management | 7,042 | 6,759 | 41,983 | 40,766 | 5,612 | 5,525 |
| g. Investments under investment contracts | — | — | — | — | 1,530 | 1,698 |
| h. Funds withheld by ceding companies | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | — | 1 |
| Investments | 7,065 | 6,783 | 42,007 | 40,789 | 7,142 | 7,224 |
| C. Investments for the account and risk of holders of life insurance policies |
— | — | 6,839 | 6,354 | 1,049 | 1,097 |
| D. Reinsurance recoverables on technical provisions | 4,825 | 4,687 | 2,593 | 2,495 | 671 | 703 |
| E. Accounts receivable on insurance business | 1,382 | 1,177 | 330 | 340 | 807 | 756 |
| F. Deferred acquisition costs | 31 | 24 | 2,021 | 1,977 | 355 | 315 |
| G. Cash | 405 | 317 | 345 | 869 | 459 | 305 |
| H. Deferred tax assets | 12 | 8 | 114 | 115 | 83 | 80 |
| I. Other assets | 424 | 381 | 932 | 1,074 | 326 | 319 |
| J. Non-current assets and assets of disposal groups classifi ed as held for sale |
6 | 9 | 19 | 23 | 19 | 18 |
| Total assets | 14,322 | 13,559 | 56,653 | 55,543 | 11,711 | 11,710 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
| Non-Life Reinsurance | Life/Health Reinsurance | Corporate Operations | Consolidation | Total | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) |
| 16 | 16 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1,121 | 1,152 |
| 20 | 23 | 99 | 101 | 81 | 80 | — | — | 1,520 | 1,641 |
| 36 | 39 | 99 | 101 | 81 | 80 | — | — | 2,641 | 2,793 |
| 726 | 489 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 1,584 | 1,297 |
| 55 | 12 | — | — | 24 | 25 | — | — | 118 | 80 |
| 120 | 118 | 15 | 15 | 12 | 13 | –82 | –73 | 238 | 237 |
| 3,297 | 3,340 | 76 | 75 | 1 | 1 | –159 | –155 | 32,330 | 32,101 |
| 2,835 | 3,407 | 198 | 200 | 11 | 10 | –187 | –556 | 3,336 | 3,857 |
| 16,319 | 16,162 | 5,782 | 5,806 | 288 | 383 | — | — | 41,927 | 41,337 |
| 45 | 132 | 54 | 76 | 2 | — | — | — | 1,265 | 1,642 |
| 1,568 | 1,598 | 323 | 247 | 385 | 303 | –677 | –628 | 4,872 | 3,501 |
| 24,965 | 25,258 | 6,450 | 6,421 | 723 | 735 | –1,105 | –1,412 | 85,670 | 84,052 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1,530 | 1,698 |
| 873 | 951 | 13,966 | 13,800 | — | — | –1,697 | –1,601 | 13,189 | 13,198 |
| 25,838 | 26,209 | 20,416 | 20,221 | 723 | 735 | –2,802 | –3,013 | 100,389 | 98,948 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7,888 | 7,451 |
| 1,381 | 1,426 | 785 | 763 | 2 | — | –3,199 | –3,085 | 7,058 | 6,989 |
| 2,160 | 1,691 | 1,284 | 1,376 | 11 | — | –237 | –259 | 5,737 | 5,081 |
| 507 | 476 | 1,272 | 1,365 | 2 | — | 252 | 221 | 4,440 | 4,378 |
| 365 | 411 | 143 | 161 | 23 | 56 | — | — | 1,740 | 2,119 |
| 16 | 16 | 30 | 32 | 281 | 278 | — | — | 536 | 529 |
| 1,100 | 935 | 129 | 94 | 497 | 573 | –1,218 | –1,370 | 2,190 | 2,006 |
| — | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 44 | 56 |
| 31,403 | 31,209 | 24,158 | 24,113 | 1,620 | 1,722 | –7,204 | –7,506 | 132,663 | 130,350 |
| Industrial Lines | Retail Germany | Retail International | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liabilities | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) |
| Figures in EUR million | ||||||
| B. Subordinated liabilities | 255 | 149 | 213 | 214 | — | — |
| C. Technical provisions | ||||||
| a. Unearned premium reserve | 1,450 | 856 | 1,147 | 815 | 1,575 | 1,525 |
| b. Benefi t reserve | 1 | 1 | 36,214 | 35,579 | 2,292 | 2,073 |
| c. Loss and loss adjustment expense reserve | 8,269 | 8,196 | 2,589 | 2,574 | 2,060 | 2,040 |
| d. Provision for premium refunds | 16 | 11 | 1,986 | 2,167 | 73 | 101 |
| e. Other technical provisions | 30 | 34 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 18 |
| 9,766 | 9,098 | 41,942 | 41,143 | 6,014 | 5,757 | |
| D. Technical provisions in the area of life insurance | ||||||
| insofar as the investment risk is borne by policyholders | — | — | 6,839 | 6,354 | 1,049 | 1,097 |
| E. Other provisions | ||||||
| a. Provisions for pensions and other post-employment benefi ts |
557 | 547 | 104 | 103 | 14 | 13 |
| b. Provisions for taxes | 116 | 101 | 111 | 90 | 85 | 69 |
| c. Other provisions | 89 | 96 | 258 | 299 | 76 | 83 |
| 762 | 744 | 473 | 492 | 175 | 165 | |
| F. Liabilities | ||||||
| a. Notes payable and loans | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| b. Funds withheld under reinsurance treaties | 13 | 13 | 2,157 | 2,074 | 185 | 179 |
| c. Other liabilities | 1,691 | 1,553 | 2,074 | 2,254 | 2,227 | 2,355 |
| 1,704 | 1,566 | 4,231 | 4,328 | 2,412 | 2,534 | |
| G. Deferred tax liabilities | 76 | 96 | 313 | 337 | 112 | 139 |
| H. Liabilities of disposal groups classifi ed as held for sale | — | — | — | — | 22 | 20 |
| Total liabilities/provisions | 12,563 | 11,653 | 54,011 | 52,868 | 9,784 | 9,712 |
| Non-Life Reinsurance | Life/Health Reinsurance | Corporate Operations | Consolidation | Total | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) |
| 2,236 | 2,233 | 69 | 97 | 612 | 612 | –278 | –198 | 3,107 | 3,107 |
| 2,537 | 2,254 | 102 | 86 | 13 | — | –161 | –96 | 6,663 | 5,440 |
| — | — | 10,797 | 10,975 | — | — | –334 | –380 | 48,970 | 48,248 |
| 19,112 | 18,595 | 2,993 | 3,017 | 5 | — | –1,137 | –1,179 | 33,891 | 33,243 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2,075 | 2,279 |
| 147 | 141 | 123 | 73 | — | — | — | — | 320 | 274 |
| 21,796 | 20,990 | 14,015 | 14,151 | 18 | — | –1,632 | –1,655 | 91,919 | 89,484 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7,888 | 7,451 |
| 97 | 97 | 30 | 30 | 1,084 | 1,079 | — | — | 1,886 | 1,869 |
| 157 | 207 | 9 | 31 | 138 | 134 | — | — | 616 | 632 |
| 79 | 91 | 35 | 32 | 180 | 163 | –1 | –1 | 716 | 763 |
| 333 | 395 | 74 | 93 | 1,402 | 1,376 | –1 | –1 | 3,218 | 3,264 |
| 220 | 168 | 240 | 275 | 1,296 | 1,352 | –721 | –1,118 | 1,035 | 677 |
| 509 | 517 | 6,330 | 6,101 | — | — | –3,123 | –2,909 | 6,071 | 5,975 |
| 919 | 893 | 1,298 | 1,315 | 163 | 329 | –1,438 | –1,620 | 6,934 | 7,079 |
| 1,648 | 1,578 | 7,868 | 7,691 | 1,459 | 1,681 | –5,282 | –5,647 | 14,040 | 13,731 |
| 985 | 1,015 | 312 | 372 | — | 3 | 23 | 22 | 1,821 | 1,984 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 22 | 20 |
| 26,998 | 26,211 | 22,338 | 22,404 | 3,491 | 3,672 | –7,170 | –7,479 | 122,015 | 119,041 |
| Shareholders' equity 2) | |||||||||
| 10,648 | 11,309 |
Total liabilities 132,663 130,350
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes,
subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
2) Group shareholders' equity incl. non-controlling interests
| Industrial Lines | Retail Germany | Retail International | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | ||
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| 1. Gross written premium including premium from unit-linked life and annuity insurance |
2,399 | 2,246 | 3,623 | 3,516 | 2,151 | 1,334 | |
| thereof attributable to other segments | 23 | 29 | 32 | 31 | — | — | |
| to third parties | 2,376 | 2,217 | 3,591 | 3,485 | 2,151 | 1,334 | |
| 2. Savings elements of premium from unit-linked life and annuity insurance |
— | — | 471 | 436 | 112 | 74 | |
| 3. Ceded written premium | 1,252 | 1,093 | 175 | 161 | 205 | 170 | |
| 4. Change in gross unearned premium | –605 | –609 | –329 | –326 | –117 | –36 | |
| 5. Change in ceded unearned premium | –353 | –238 | –15 | –17 | –31 | –24 | |
| Net premium earned | 895 | 782 | 2,663 | 2,610 | 1,748 | 1,078 | |
| 6. Claims and claims expenses (gross) | 1,303 | 1,266 | 2,830 | 2,961 | 1,284 | 849 | |
| Reinsurers' share | 568 | 715 | 69 | 82 | 50 | 46 | |
| Claims and claims expenses (net) | 735 | 551 | 2,761 | 2,879 | 1,234 | 803 | |
| 7. Acquisition costs and administrative expenses (gross) | 353 | 322 | 612 | 454 | 508 | 325 | |
| Reinsurers' share | 180 | 158 | 54 | 30 | 41 | 57 | |
| Acquisition costs and administrative expenses (net) | 173 | 164 | 558 | 424 | 467 | 268 | |
| 8. Other technical income | 8 | 11 | 7 | 11 | 10 | 5 | |
| Other technical expenses | 6 | 20 | 83 | 29 | 40 | 33 | |
| thereof attributable to amortisation PVFP | — | 4 | 76 | 22 | 16 | 8 | |
| Other technical result | 2 | –9 | –76 | –18 | –30 | –28 | |
| Net technical result | –11 | 58 | –732 | –711 | 17 | –21 | |
| 9. a. Income from investments | 132 | 130 | 965 | 915 | 180 | 161 | |
| b. Investment expenses | 24 | 16 | 81 | 86 | 37 | 47 | |
| Net income from assets under own management | 108 | 114 | 884 | 829 | 143 | 114 | |
| Profi t on investment contracts | — | — | — | — | 4 | 2 | |
| Income/expense from funds withheld and contract deposits |
— | –1 | –12 | –17 | –1 | 2 | |
| Net investment income | 108 | 113 | 872 | 812 | 146 | 118 | |
| thereof attributable to interest and similar income | 102 | 106 | 775 | 765 | 155 | 92 | |
| interest and similar expenses | — | 1 | 12 | 15 | 40 | — | |
| impairments/depreciation on investments | 5 | 1 | 16 | 9 | 6 | 3 | |
| write-ups on investments | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| income/expense from associated companies and joint ventures valued using the equity method |
— | — | — | 2 | — | — | |
| 10. a. Other income | 48 | 49 | 82 | 89 | 41 | 35 | |
| b. Other expenses | 67 | 63 | 132 | 117 | 91 | 80 | |
| Other income/expenses | –19 | –14 | –50 | –28 | –50 | –45 | |
| thereof attributable to interest and similar income | — | 1 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 5 | |
| write-ups on accounts receivable and other assets | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | |
| interest and similar expenses | 10 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 1 | |
| write-downs on accounts receivable and other assets |
14 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 30 | 8 | |
| Profit/loss before goodwill impairments | 78 | 157 | 90 | 73 | 113 | 52 | |
| 11. Goodwill impairments | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Operating profit/loss (EBIT) | 78 | 157 | 90 | 73 | 113 | 52 | |
| 12. Financing costs | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 1 | — | |
| 13. Taxes on income | 25 | 51 | 30 | 13 | 31 | 19 | |
| Net income | 47 | 99 | 54 | 54 | 81 | 33 | |
| thereof attributable to non-controlling interests | — | — | 2 | 4 | 15 | 2 | |
| thereof attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG | 47 | 99 | 52 | 50 | 66 | 31 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
| Non-Life Reinsurance | Life/Health Reinsurance | Corporate Operations | Consolidation Total |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) |
| 4,097 | 4,080 | 3,130 | 2,809 | 25 | — | –459 | –403 | 14,966 | 13,582 |
| 284 | 237 | 95 | 106 | 25 | — | –459 | –403 | — | — |
| 3,813 | 3,843 | 3,035 | 2,703 | — | — | — | — | 14,966 | 13,582 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 583 | 510 |
| 400 | 400 | 325 | 304 | 5 | — | –463 | –403 | 1,899 | 1,725 |
| –329 | –470 | –17 | 17 | –14 | — | 67 | 41 | –1,344 | –1,383 |
| –36 | –94 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 76 | 42 | –358 | –330 |
| 3,404 | 3,304 | 2,787 | 2,521 | 6 | — | –5 | –1 | 11,498 | 10,294 |
| 2,500 | 2,542 | 2,592 | 2,315 | 7 | — | –172 | –189 | 10,344 | 9,744 |
| 164 | 195 | 302 | 255 | 3 | — | –187 | –206 | 969 | 1,087 |
| 2,336 | 2,347 | 2,290 | 2,060 | 4 | — | 15 | 17 | 9,375 | 8,657 |
| 944 | 887 | 720 | 599 | 2 | — | –139 | –145 | 3,000 | 2,442 |
| 65 | 31 | 35 | 21 | — | — | –107 | –105 | 268 | 192 |
| 879 | 856 | 685 | 578 | 2 | — | –32 | –40 | 2,732 | 2,250 |
| 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | 27 | 30 |
| –1 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 1 | — | 13 | 24 | 148 | 112 |
| — | — | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 94 | 36 |
| 2 | –1 | –6 | –4 | –1 | — | –12 | –22 | –121 | –82 |
| 191 | 100 | –194 | –121 | –1 | — | — | — | –730 | –695 |
| 469 | 499 | 152 | 148 | 83 | 21 | –33 | –35 | 1,948 | 1,839 |
| 99 | 76 | 17 | 12 | 35 | 31 | –42 | –36 | 251 | 232 |
| 370 | 423 | 135 | 136 | 48 | –10 | 9 | 1 | 1,697 | 1,607 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 2 |
| 8 | 6 | 180 | 150 | — | — | 1 | –1 | 176 | 139 |
| 378 | 429 | 315 | 286 | 48 | –10 | 10 | — | 1,877 | 1,748 |
| 354 | 387 | 363 | 333 | 6 | 4 | –37 | –37 | 1,718 | 1,650 |
| 2 | 4 | 66 | 66 | — | — | –5 | –5 | 115 | 81 |
| 8 | 10 | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | 36 | 25 |
| — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| 6 | 4 | — | — | — | 1 | — | –3 | 6 | 4 |
| 120 | 78 | 70 | 52 | 408 | 330 | –375 | –312 | 394 | 321 |
| 122 | 158 | 83 | 64 | 370 | 340 | –342 | –301 | 523 | 521 |
| –2 | –80 | –13 | –12 | 38 | –10 | –33 | –11 | –129 | –200 |
| 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 8 | –1 | –4 | 16 | 21 |
| 7 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | 4 |
| 9 | 18 | 29 | 29 | 17 | 38 | –5 | –8 | 65 | 96 |
| 15 | 13 | 4 | 14 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 66 | 47 |
| 567 | 449 | 108 | 153 | 85 | –20 | –23 | –11 | 1,018 | 853 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 567 | 449 | 108 | 153 | 85 | –20 | –23 | –11 | 1,018 | 853 |
| 63 | 51 | 2 | 3 | 56 | 52 | –30 | –28 | 104 | 91 |
| 141 | 99 | 26 | 26 | –2 | –30 | 2 | 7 | 253 | 185 |
| 363 | 299 | 80 | 124 | 31 | –42 | 5 | 10 | 661 | 577 |
| 197 | 156 | 40 | 62 | — | — | — | — | 254 | 224 |
| 166 | 143 | 40 | 62 | 31 | –42 | 5 | 10 | 407 | 353 |
| Industrial Lines | Retail Germany | Retail International | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 1) | Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 1) | Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 1) | |
| Figures in EUR million | ||||||
| 1. Gross written premium including premium from unit-linked life and annuity insurance |
664 | 637 | 1,510 | 1,487 | 1,095 | 687 |
| thereof attributable to other segments | 14 | 14 | 16 | 17 | — | — |
| to third parties | 650 | 623 | 1,494 | 1,470 | 1,095 | 687 |
| 2. Savings elements of premiums from unit-linked life and annuity insurance |
— | — | 252 | 216 | 73 | 43 |
| 3. Ceded written premium | 476 | 349 | 76 | 27 | 87 | 77 |
| 4. Change in gross unearned premium | 231 | 183 | 158 | 149 | –66 | –15 |
| 5. Change in ceded unearned premium | –37 | 63 | — | 30 | –2 | –1 |
| Net premium earned | 456 | 408 | 1,340 | 1,363 | 871 | 553 |
| 6. Claims and claims expenses (gross) | 859 | 661 | 1,451 | 1,606 | 647 | 439 |
| Reinsurers' share | 475 | 349 | 32 | 36 | 27 | 30 |
| Claims and claims expenses (net) | 384 | 312 | 1,419 | 1,570 | 620 | 409 |
| 7. Acquisition costs and administrative expenses (gross) | 179 | 162 | 322 | 169 | 256 | 166 |
| Reinsurers' share | 90 | 66 | 26 | –8 | 20 | 36 |
| Acquisition costs and administrative expenses (net) | 89 | 96 | 296 | 177 | 236 | 130 |
| 8. Other technical income | 4 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 5 | 2 |
| Other technical expenses | — | 9 | 66 | 2 | 20 | 21 |
| thereof attributable to amortisation PVFP | — | — | 63 | –3 | 8 | 8 |
| Other technical result | 4 | –7 | –61 | 8 | –15 | –19 |
| Net technical result | –13 | –7 | –436 | –376 | — | –5 |
| 9. a. Income from investments | 65 | 61 | 534 | 463 | 93 | 76 |
| b. Investment expenses | 11 | 5 | 43 | 33 | 22 | 38 |
| Net income from assets under own management | 54 | 56 | 491 | 430 | 71 | 38 |
| Profi t on investment contracts | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 |
| Income/expense from funds withheld and contract deposits |
–1 | –1 | –6 | –8 | –1 | 2 |
| Net investment income | 53 | 55 | 485 | 422 | 72 | 42 |
| thereof attributable to interest and similar income | 49 | 51 | 383 | 377 | 77 | 48 |
| interest and similar expenses | — | — | 6 | 7 | 24 | — |
| impairments/depreciation on investments | 1 | 1 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| write-ups on investments | — | — | –1 | — | — | — |
| income/expense from associated companies and joint ventures valued using the equity method |
— | — | — | 3 | — | — |
| 10. a. Other income | 21 | 31 | 40 | 41 | 22 | 26 |
| b. Other expenses | 16 | 19 | 65 | 52 | 47 | 46 |
| Other income/expenses | 5 | 12 | –25 | –11 | –25 | –20 |
| thereof attributable to interest and similar income | — | — | — | 4 | 6 | 3 |
| write-ups on accounts receivable and other assets | — | — | — | 1 | — | — |
| interest and similar expenses | 6 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 2 | — |
| write-downs on accounts receivable and | ||||||
| other assets | 4 | 2 | — | 1 | 15 | 4 |
| Profit/loss before goodwill impairments | 45 | 60 | 24 | 35 | 47 | 17 |
| 11. Goodwill impairments | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Operating profit/loss (EBIT) | 45 | 60 | 24 | 35 | 47 | 17 |
| 12. Financing costs | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | — | — |
| 13. Taxes on income | 14 | 11 | 11 | –2 | 14 | 6 |
| Net income | 28 | 45 | 10 | 34 | 33 | 11 |
| thereof attributable to non-controlling interests | — | — | 1 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| thereof attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG | 28 | 45 | 9 | 32 | 28 | 9 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
| Non-Life Reinsurance | Life/Health Reinsurance | Corporate Operations | Consolidation | Total | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 1) | Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 1) | Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 1) | Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 1) | Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 1) |
| 1,899 | 1,963 | 1,570 | 1,415 | 14 | — | –244 | –212 | 6,508 | 5,977 |
| 151 | 127 | 49 | 54 | 14 | — | –244 | –212 | — | — |
| 1,748 | 1,836 | 1,521 | 1,361 | — | — | — | — | 6,508 | 5,977 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 325 | 259 |
| 175 | 214 | 169 | 176 | — | — | –247 | –208 | 736 | 635 |
| –5 7 |
–52 –52 |
–3 — |
22 1 |
–7 2 |
— — |
44 46 |
25 25 |
352 16 |
312 66 |
| 1,712 | 1,749 | 1,398 | 1,260 | 5 | — | 1 | –4 | 5,783 | 5,329 |
| 1,262 | 1,305 | 1,239 | 1,171 | 5 | — | –107 | –107 | 5,356 | 5,075 |
| 84 | 73 | 139 | 151 | 3 | — | –118 | –111 | 642 | 528 |
| 1,178 | 1,232 | 1,100 | 1,020 | 2 | — | 11 | 4 | 4,714 | 4,547 |
| 474 | 479 | 427 | 325 | 1 | — | –76 | –69 | 1,583 | 1,232 |
| 30 | 15 | 21 | 17 | — | — | –58 | –45 | 129 | 81 |
| 444 | 464 | 406 | 308 | 1 | — | –18 | –24 | 1,454 | 1,151 |
| — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 14 | 16 |
| –3 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | — | 8 | 17 | 96 | 53 |
| — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 72 | 6 |
| 3 | — | –4 | –3 | –1 | — | –8 | –16 | –82 | –37 |
| 93 | 53 | –112 | –71 | 1 | — | — | — | –467 | –406 |
| 245 | 204 | 76 | 45 | 64 | 15 | –10 | –19 | 1,067 | 845 |
| 66 | 45 | 13 | 6 | 19 | 16 | –20 | –18 | 154 | 125 |
| 179 | 159 | 63 | 39 | 45 | –1 | 10 | –1 | 913 | 720 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 |
| 4 | 3 | 90 | 70 | — | — | 1 | –1 | 87 | 65 |
| 183 | 162 | 153 | 109 | 45 | –1 | 11 | –2 | 1,002 | 787 |
| 182 | 192 | 187 | 181 | 3 | 2 | –12 | –17 | 869 | 834 |
| 1 | 2 | 39 | 52 | — | — | –3 | –2 | 67 | 59 |
| 5 | 4 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 22 | 12 |
| — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | –1 | 1 |
| 5 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | — | –3 | 5 | 3 |
| 44 | 45 | 16 | 28 | 216 | 168 | –195 | –158 | 164 | 181 |
| 19 | 87 | 36 | 30 | 191 | 176 | –177 | –163 | 197 | 247 |
| 25 | –42 | –20 | –2 | 25 | –8 | –18 | 5 | –33 | –66 |
| 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | 4 | — | –1 | 9 | 12 |
| 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2 |
| 5 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 8 | 20 | –3 | –1 | 35 | 54 |
| 9 | 8 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 31 | 27 |
| 301 | 173 | 21 | 36 | 71 | –9 | –7 | 3 | 502 | 315 |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 301 | 173 | 21 | 36 | 71 | –9 | –7 | 3 | 502 | 315 |
| 32 | 25 | 1 | 2 | 24 | 31 | –9 | –15 | 54 | 50 |
| 81 | 28 | 3 | 6 | 4 | –16 | 1 | 7 | 128 | 40 |
| 188 | 120 | 17 | 28 | 43 | –24 | 1 | 11 | 320 | 225 |
| 101 | 60 | 9 | 14 | — | — | — | — | 116 | 78 |
| 87 | 60 | 8 | 14 | 43 | –24 | 1 | 11 | 204 | 147 |
We show the gross written premium for each type or class of insurance at Group level.
Investments (excluding funds withheld by ceding companies and excluding investments under investment contracts) by geographical origin 1)
| Primary insurance | Reinsurance Corporate Operations | 30.6.2013 Total |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Germany | 25,561 | 6,389 | 159 | 32,109 |
| United Kingdom | 3,204 | 2,196 | 109 | 5,509 |
| Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), including Turkey | 2,663 | 457 | 3 | 3,123 |
| Rest of Europe | 19,230 | 8,193 | 275 | 27,698 |
| USA | 1,105 | 8,293 | 5 | 9,403 |
| Rest of North America | 59 | 1,081 | 1 | 1,141 |
| Latin America | 924 | 871 | — | 1,795 |
| Asia and Australia | 1,331 | 3,212 | 3 | 4,546 |
| Africa | 15 | 331 | — | 346 |
| Total | 54,092 | 31,023 | 555 | 85,670 |
| Primary insurance | Reinsurance Corporate Operations | 31.12.2012 Total |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Germany | 25,587 | 6,479 | 123 | 32,189 |
| United Kingdom | 3,286 | 2,889 | 209 | 6,384 |
| Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), including Turkey | 2,658 | 235 | — | 2,893 |
| Rest of Europe | 17,706 | 7,869 | 348 | 25,923 |
| USA | 998 | 7,947 | 1 | 8,946 |
| Rest of North America | 86 | 1,139 | 1 | 1,226 |
| Latin America | 876 | 775 | — | 1,651 |
| Asia and Australia | 1,038 | 3,389 | 2 | 4,429 |
| Africa | 17 | 394 | — | 411 |
| Total | 52,252 | 31,116 | 684 | 84,052 |
1) After elimination of internal transactions within the Group across segments. This can lead to deviations from the fi gures quoted in the Management Report
| Primary insurance | Reinsurance Corporate Operations | 6M 2013 Total |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Germany | 4,785 | 514 | — | 5,299 |
| United Kingdom | 69 | 1,270 | — | 1,339 |
| Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), including Turkey | 1,193 | 117 | — | 1,310 |
| Rest of Europe | 1,216 | 1,090 | — | 2,306 |
| USA | 169 | 1,682 | — | 1,851 |
| Rest of North America | 7 | 341 | — | 348 |
| Latin America | 592 | 410 | — | 1,002 |
| Asia and Australia | 70 | 1,182 | — | 1,252 |
| Africa | 16 | 243 | — | 259 |
| Total | 8,117 | 6,849 | — | 14,966 |
| Primary insurance | Reinsurance Corporate Operations | 6M 2012 Total |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Germany | 4,681 | 454 | — | 5,135 |
| United Kingdom | 62 | 1,226 | — | 1,288 |
| Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), including Turkey | 431 | 103 | — | 534 |
| Rest of Europe | 1,143 | 1,059 | — | 2,202 |
| USA | 114 | 1,591 | — | 1,705 |
| Rest of North America | 6 | 299 | — | 305 |
| Latin America | 525 | 424 | — | 949 |
| Asia and Australia | 48 | 1,143 | — | 1,191 |
| Africa | 26 | 247 | — | 273 |
| Total | 7,036 | 6,546 | — | 13,582 |
1) After elimination of internal transactions within the Group across segments. This can lead to deviations from the fi gures shown in the Management Report
| Primary insurance | Reinsurance Corporate Operations | Q2 2013 Total |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Germany | 1,686 | 199 | — | 1,885 |
| United Kingdom | 24 | 617 | — | 641 |
| Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), including Turkey | 606 | 48 | — | 654 |
| Rest of Europe | 502 | 500 | — | 1,002 |
| USA | 53 | 828 | — | 881 |
| Rest of North America | 6 | 190 | — | 196 |
| Latin America | 303 | 179 | — | 482 |
| Asia and Australia | 46 | 593 | — | 639 |
| Africa | 12 | 116 | — | 128 |
| Total | 3,238 | 3,270 | — | 6,508 |
| Primary insurance | Reinsurance Corporate Operations | Q2 2012 Total |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Germany | 1,681 | 140 | — | 1,821 |
| United Kingdom | 26 | 629 | — | 655 |
| Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), including Turkey | 221 | 50 | — | 271 |
| Rest of Europe | 499 | 470 | — | 969 |
| USA | 37 | 799 | — | 836 |
| Rest of North America | 5 | 165 | — | 170 |
| Latin America | 257 | 214 | — | 471 |
| Asia and Australia | 31 | 606 | — | 637 |
| Africa | 23 | 124 | — | 147 |
| Total | 2,780 | 3,197 | — | 5,977 |
1) After elimination of internal transactions within the Group across segments. This can lead to deviations from the fi gures shown in the Management Report
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 | Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Property/casualty primary insurance | 4,853 | 4,228 | 1,578 | 1,324 |
| Life primary insurance | 3,265 | 2,808 | 1,661 | 1,456 |
| Non-Life Reinsurance | 3,813 | 3,843 | 1,748 | 1,836 |
| Life/Health Reinsurance | 3,035 | 2,703 | 1,521 | 1,361 |
| Total | 14,966 | 13,582 | 6,508 | 5,977 |
1) After elimination of internal transactions within the Group across segments. This can lead to deviations from the fi gures shown in the Management Report
During the reporting period, there were no transactions with any one external client that amounted to 10% or more of total gross premium.
As at the balance sheet date, 124 individual companies, 32 special purpose entities, and four subgroups (three of which are foreign subgroups) – collectively as a group (including associated companies) – were included in full in the Talanx consolidated fi nancial statements, as were nine companies (eight associated companies and one joint venture) that were included at equity (exclusive of foreign subgroups).
The major changes in the scope of consolidation relative to year-end 2012, including signifi cant relations with special purpose entities, are set out below.
The conversion of Hannover Rück AG into the legal form of a European public limited-liability company (Societas Europaea, or SE) became eff ective upon its recording on 19 March 2013 in the commercial register maintained by the Hannover District Court. Accordingly, the company is now called Hannover Rück SE, with registered offi ce at Karl-Wiechert-Allee 50, 30625 Hannover, Germany.
The merger of Metropolitana Compañía de Seguros S. A., Mexico City, Mexico, into HDI Seguros S. A. de C. V., León, Mexico, became legally eff ective retroactive to 1 January 2013 upon recording in the Public Registry of Commerce of León on 20 March 2013.
Glencar Underwriting Managers, Inc., based in Chicago, USA (Glencar), was consolidated for the fi rst time with eff ect from 1 January 2013, due to increasing business volume. The company's business purpose consists of producing, underwriting, and managing specialty business and property/casualty programme business in the US market with a focus on small to mid-sized programmes. In the second quarter of 2011, Funis GmbH & Co. KG, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hannover Rück SE, acqui red a participating interest in Glencar with a capital contribution of USD 98,000, which corresponded to 49.0% of equity capital. In the third quarter of 2011, it acquired preferred shares amounting to about USD 2.3 million, USD 1.6 million of which consist of callable equity instruments with voting rights, which are thus to be recognised as debt capital pursuant to IAS 32. The re maining preferred shares amounting to about USD 0.7 million consist of non-callable equity instruments without voting rights, which are recognised as equity pursuant to IAS 32. Hannover Rück SE holds the majority of the voting rights in Glencar, meaning that it has the ability to exercise control over the company. For reasons of materiality, Glencar had until the fourth quarter of 2012 been booked as a participating interest. As at the date of initial consolidation and as at the balance sheet date, Funis held shares of equity capital amounting to 49.0%. The diff erence on the liabilities side from initial consolidation in the amount of EUR 0.2 million was recognised as an expense in the statement of income under "Other income/expenses".
With eff ect from 1 January 2013, Hannover Rück SE transferred all the business of its subsidiary Hannover Life Reassurance (UK) Ltd., Virginia Water, to a newly formed branch of Hannover Rück SE with the same registered offi ce by means of a so-called Part VII Transfer. This branch is called Hannover Re UK Life Branch and was registered under the Companies Act 2006 on 3 December 2012. Hannover Life Reassurance (UK) Ltd. was struck from the commercial register on 8 January 2013 and liquidated in the fi rst quarter of 2013. Since this intra-group restructuring involves a transaction between companies under common control, the transaction neither generated goodwill nor had an impact on Group net income.
With eff ect from 1 January 2013, Hannover Rück SE relinquished control over Secquaero ILS Fund Ltd., Georgetown, Grand Cayman and its interests therein through the contractually agreed retransfer of its voting share (management share) in the company to the non-Group investment manager. For this reason, the company is no longer being included in the consolidated fi nancial statements as of that date but rather is being carried as a participating interest that is recognised at net asset value under "Other invested assets". As a result of the derecognition of assets and liabilities and the recognition of the participating interest at net asset value, income of EUR 1.2 million was recognised under "Other income/expenses". In addition, currency translation gave rise to cumulative other comprehensive income in the amount of EUR 3.9 million, which was likewise recognised under "Other income/expenses".
HR GLL Central Europe GmbH & Co. KG, Munich, Germany, which was formed in July 2012 and has been included since the third quarter of 2012, began preparing subgroup fi nancial statements in the fi rst quarter of 2013. Included in these statements is its subsidiary HR GLL Central Europe Holding GmbH, which was formed in January 2013 with registered offi ce Munich, Germany.
The scope of consolidation as at the balance sheet date encompasses the following companies:
| Individual companies | Subgroups | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated subsidiaries (fully consolidated) | Domestic | Foreign | Domestic/foreign 1) | Total |
| 31.12.2012 | 69 | 58 | 3 | 130 |
| Additions | — | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Disposals | 1 | 3 | — | 4 |
| 31.3.2013 | 68 | 56 | 4 | 128 |
| Additions | — | — | — | — |
| Disposals | — | — | — | — |
| 30.6.2013 | 68 | 56 | 4 | 128 |
1) Including three foreign subgroups
In the following, we make a distinction between special funds, investments, securitisation of reinsurance risks, assumed life and health reinsurance business, as well as retrocessions and insurance-linked securities (ILS). Relations with such special purpose entities are to be examined, inter alia, in accordance with SIC 12 "Consolidation – Special Purpose Entities" with a view to their consolidation requirement. In cases where IFRSs do not currently contain any specifi c standards, our analysis also falls back – in application of IAS 8 – on the relevant standards of US GAAP.
The scope of SIC 12 includes, among other things, special investment funds that are chiefl y created to serve a narrowly defi ned purpose. As such the Group must assess whether economic control according to IAS 27.13 in conjunction with SIC 12 exists for its special investment funds. Economic control exists e.g. when the majority of the economic benefi ts or risks arising out of the activities of the special fund is attributable to a Group company. As at the balance sheet date, 29 special funds and one public fund were included in the consolidated fi nancial statements due to the existence of a controlling relationship or economic control with respect to the special fund. Of these, 20 were domestic funds.
In the fi rst quarter of 2013, the Group for the fi rst time consolidated the public fund Open Finance Absolute Return Fundusz Inwestycyjny Zamknięty (Retail International segment), which was set up in 2012 and, for reasons of immateriality, had until now been carried as a participating interest. Because its volume has increased, the fund is deemed to be material to the Group's assets, fi nancial position and net income. Initial consolidation did not give rise to any diff erences.
A special fund (HG-I Aktien VC Dynamic) and a public fund (Open Finance Public Bonds Close-end Investment Fund Private Equity) were set up in the fi rst quarter and consolidated in the Industrial Lines and Retail International segments, respectively.
Two funds in the Retail International segment were deconsolidated in the second quarter of 2013.
As part of its asset management activities, the Group participates in numerous special purpose entities – predominantly funds – which for their part transact certain types of equity and debt-capital investments. On the basis of our analysis of the relations with these entities, we concluded that the Group does not exercise a controlling infl uence in any of these transactions and that a consolidation requirement therefore does not exist.
Hannover Rück SE participates – primarily through its companies Hannover Insurance-Linked Securities GmbH & Co. KG (HILS) and Leine Investment SICAV-SIF – in a number of special purpose entities for the securitisation of catastrophe risks by investing in catastrophe (CAT) bonds. While HILS continues to manage its portfolio, future new business in this fi eld will be underwritten by the Leine Investment companies that were formed in the previous year with registered offi ces in Luxembourg. Leine Investment General Partner S. à. r. l. is the managing partner of the asset management company Leine Investment SICAV-SIF, whose purpose consists of the development, holding, and management of a portfolio of insurance-linked securities (CAT bonds), including for investors outside the Group. Since Hannover Rück SE does not exercise a controlling infl uence in any of these transactions either, there is no consolidation requirement for the special purpose vehicles in question.
The securitisation of reinsurance risks is largely structured through the use of special purpose entities.
In the previous year, Hannover Rück SE issued a CAT bond with the aim of transferring to the capital market peak natural cata strophe exposures deriving from European storm events. The term of the CAT bond, which has a volume of nominally EUR 100 million, runs until 31 March 2016 and was placed with institutional investors from Europe, North America and Asia by Eurus III Ltd., a special purpose entity domiciled in Hamilton, Bermuda that was registered in August 2012 as a "Special Purpose Insurer" under the Bermuda Insurance Act 1978. The retrocessions concluded in connection with the transaction with Eurus III Ltd. aff ord Hannover Rück SE, E+S Rückversicherung AG and Hannover Re (Bermuda) Ltd. with protection against the aforementioned cata strophe risks. Since Hannover Rück SE does not exercise any controlling infl uence over Eurus III Ltd., there is no consolidation requirement for the special purpose entity.
Within the scope of its "K" transactions, Hannover Rück SE raised underwriting capacity for catastrophe risks on the capital market. "K-cession", which was placed with institutional investors from Europe, North America and Asia, involves a quota share cession on worldwide natural catastrophe business as well as aviation and marine risks. The volume of "K-cession" was equivalent to EUR 252 (268) million as at the balance sheet date. The transaction has an indefi nite term and can be cancelled annually by the investors. Kaith Re Ltd., a special purpose entity domiciled in Bermuda, is being used for the transaction.
Hannover Rück SE also uses Kaith Re Ltd. for various retrocessions of its traditional covers to institutional investors. In accor dance with SIC 12, it is included in the consolidated fi nancial statements.
Some transactions in the Life/Health Reinsurance segment require the involvement of cedant special purpose entities as contractual partners established by parties outside the Group and from whom companies of the Hannover Re Group assume certain technical and/or fi nancial risks. The transactions serve e.g. to transfer extreme mortality risks above a contractually defi ned retention ratio or to transfer longevity risks. Since Hannover Rück SE does not bear the majority of the economic risks or benefi ts arising out of its business relations with these special purpose entities and is not capable of exercising a controlling infl uence over them, there is no consolidation requirement for Hannover Rück SE. Depending on the classifi cation of the contracts in accordance with IFRS 4 or IAS 39, the transactions are recognised either under reinsurance or as derivative fi nancial instruments or fi nancial guarantees.
With reinsurance contracts that serve to fi nance statutory reserves (so-called Triple-X or AXXX reserves), under which special purpose entities carry extreme mortality risks securitised by cedants above a contractually defi ned retention ratio, these risks are transferred by way of a fi xed/fl oating swap to a Group company of Hannover Rück SE. The total of the contractually agreed capacities of the transactions is equivalent to EUR 1,147 (1,138) million, of which the equivalent of EUR 866 (848) million has been underwritten as at the balance sheet date. The variable payments to the special purpose entities guaranteed by Hannover Rück SE cover their payment obligations. By way of compensation agreements, payments resulting from swaps in the event of a claim are reimbursed by the cedants' parent companies. Under IAS 39 these transactions are to be recognised at fair value as a fi nancial guarantee. To this end Hannover Rück SE uses the net method, according to which the present value of the agreed fi xed swap premiums is netted with the present value of the guarantee commitment. The fair value on initial recognition therefore amounted to zero. The higher of the fair value and the amount carried as a provision on the liabilities side pursuant to IAS 37 is recognised at the point in time at which utilisation is considered probable. This was not the case as at the balance sheet date. In this case reimbursement claims under the compensation agreements are to be capitalised separately from and up to the amount of the provision.
As part of its extended insurance-linked securities (ILS) activities, Hannover Rück SE has underwritten so-called collateralised fronting arrangements, under which risks assumed from ceding companies are passed on to institutional investors outside the Group using special purpose entities. The purpose of such transactions is to directly transfer clients' business. Due to the lack of a controlling infl uence over the special purpose entities involved, there is no consolidation requirement for Hannover Rück SE with respect to these structures.
In the course of selling the operational companies of the subgroup Clarendon Insurance Group, Inc. (CIGI), Wilmington, to Enstar Group Ltd., Hamilton, Bermuda, a partial portfolio of CIGI was retroceded to a special purpose entity with eff ect from 12 July 2011. The term of the retrocession runs until fi nal settlement of the underlying obligations. Since Hannover Rück SE is not the major benefi ciary of the special purpose entity and exercises neither indirect nor direct control over it, there is no consolidation requi rement for this special purpose entity.
As was the case at year-end 2012, four domestic and four foreign associated companies were consolidated at equity as at the balance sheet date. The fi gures are exclusive of foreign subgroups.
As was the case in the 2012 annual fi nancial statements, Magma HDI General Insurance Company Limited, Kolkata, continues to be included at equity as a joint venture.
As part of the merger of HDI Seguros S. A. de C. V. and Metropolitana Compañía de Seguros, Mexico City, Mexico (both Retail International segment), HDI Seguros S. A. de C. V. continues to intend to sell a life insurance portfolio at a prospective price of EUR 2 million including investments for covering liabilities, a situation unchanged since 31 December 2012. We continue to expect the transfer to take place within 12 months. The transaction is part of the corporate focusing strategy and will lead to cost optimisation in the area of IT and personnel expenses. HDI Seguros S. A. de C. V. separately reported EUR 19 (18) million in technical provisions and EUR 0 (2) million in other liabilities, which were off set by EUR 15 (15) million in investments, and EUR 0 (2) million in current accounts.
In addition, the company intends in 2013 to sell a non-life insurance portfolio, including investments for covering liabilities, at a prospective price of EUR 0. As described above, the transaction is part of the corporate focusing strategy and will lead to cost optimisation in the area of IT and personnel expenses. For this portfolio, HDI Seguros S. A. de C. V. separately reported EUR 3 million in technical provisions and EUR 0 million in other liabilities, which were off set by EUR 3 million in investments, EUR 0 million in accounts receivable on insurance business and EUR 0.4 million in deferred acquisition costs.
As at the balance sheet date, cumulative income and expenses, which were recognised in shareholders' equity, amounted to EUR 0 (2) million for the two transactions.
Furthermore, as at 31 December 2012, we are continuing to classify as "held for sale" real estate portfolios in the amount of EUR 39 million that are held by HDI-Gerling Industrie Versicherung AG (HG-I) (Industrial Lines segment), HDI Lebensversicherung AG, neue leben Lebensversicherung AG (NL LV), HDI Versicherung AG (all three Retail Germany segment), E+S Rückversicherung AG and Hannover Re Real Estate Holdings, Inc. (HRREH) (both Non-Life Reinsurance segment). The purchase prices amounted to EUR 49 million. One property each of HG-I (EUR 6 million), E+S Rückversicherung AG (EUR 2 million), HRREH (EUR 4 million), and NL LV (EUR 1 million) was transferred on or before 31 March 2013. One property of HLV (EUR 4 million) was transferred in the second quarter. Furthermore, additional properties with carrying amounts totalling EUR 3 million were to be classifi ed as "held for sale" based on sales being planned by HG-I and NL LV. Accordingly, as at the balance sheet date, we are reporting real estate at a total carrying amount of EUR 25 million, which is off set by purchase prices totalling EUR 37 million. The Group is committed to its sales intentions, which we expect to fi nalise during 2013.
The major items of the consolidated balance sheet can be broken down as follows:
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| a. Goodwill | 1,121 | 1,152 |
| b. Other intangible assets | 1,520 | 1,641 |
| thereof attributable to | ||
| Insurance-related intangible assets | 1,248 | 1,328 |
| Software | 142 | 153 |
| Other | ||
| Acquired distribution networks and customer relationships | 62 | 93 |
| Other | 32 | 33 |
| Acquired brand names | 36 | 34 |
| Total | 2,641 | 2,793 |
"Insurance-related intangible assets" (= PVFP) with respect to life primary insurance companies derived principally from the insurance portfolios of the former Gerling Group acquired in 2006 (EUR 699 million), the portfolios of the former BHW Lebensversicherung AG (formerly PB Lebensversicherung, now PB Lebensversicherung AG) (EUR 268 million) acquired in 2007, and neue leben Lebensversicherung AG (EUR 57 million). In addition, EUR 91 million is attributable to Hannover Life Reassurance (Ireland) Ltd. (Life/Health Reinsurance segment). Business combinations in 2012 resulted in a PVFP of EUR 114 million for the Polish TU Europa Group and in a PVFP of EUR 13 million for the Polish life insurance company WARTA Life.
The PVFP is composed of a shareholders' portion – on which deferred taxes are established – and a policyholders' portion. It is capitalised in order to spread the charge to Group shareholders' equity under IFRS upon acquisition of an insurance portfolio equally across future periods in step with amortisation. Only amortisation of the shareholders' portion results in a charge to future earnings. The PVFP in favour of policyholders is recognised by life insurance companies that are obliged to enable their policyholders to participate in all results through establishment of a provision for deferred premium refunds.
PVFPs with respect to life primary insurance companies amounted to EUR 1,131 (1,173) million, of which EUR 603 (674) million was attributable to the shareholders' portion and EUR 528 (499) million to the policyholders' portion.
Amortisation of insurance-related intangible assets amounted to EUR 80 (30 June 2012: 34) million, of which EUR 100 (30 June 2012: 35) million was attributable to the shareholders' portion – of this, EUR 6 million to investment contracts – and EUR –20 (30 June 2012: –1) million to the policyholders' portion. This amortisation relates mainly to the Retail Germany and Retail International segments. Amortisation of PVFP from investment contracts is recognised in the statement of income under "Profi t on investment contracts" in "Net income from assets under own management". Amortisation of the shareholders' portion (less investment contracts) is recognised in the statement of income under "Other technical expenses".
Apart from certain amounts of goodwill, intangible assets are recognised in their entirety in the Group. Excluding noncontrolling interests and the policyholders' portion, intangible assets attributable to the Group are as follows:
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Intangible assets before deduction of non-controlling interests and the policyholders' portion and including deferred taxes |
||
| a. Goodwill | 1,121 | 1,152 |
| b. Other intangible assets | 1,520 | 1,641 |
| Total | 2,641 | 2,793 |
| thereof attributable to: non-controlling interests | ||
| a. Goodwill | 33 | 35 |
| b. Other intangible assets | 172 | 204 |
| Total | 205 | 239 |
| thereof attributable to: policyholders' portion | ||
| a. Goodwill | — | — |
| b. Other intangible assets | 527 | 499 |
| Total | 527 | 499 |
| thereof attributable to: deferred taxes | ||
| a. Goodwill | — | — |
| b. Other intangible assets | 157 | 176 |
| Total | 157 | 176 |
| Intangible assets after deduction of non-controlling interests and the policyholders' portion and excluding deferred taxes |
||
| a. Goodwill | 1,088 | 1,117 |
| b. Other intangible assets | 664 | 762 |
| Total | 1,752 | 1,879 |
| Unrealised | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amortised cost | gains/losses | Fair value | |||||
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | ||
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Mortgage loans | 917 | 990 | 106 | 140 | 1,023 | 1,130 | |
| Loans and prepayments on insurance policies | 191 | 192 | — | — | 191 | 192 | |
| Loans and receivables due from governmental | |||||||
| or quasi-governmental entities 1) | 10,089 | 9,687 | 948 | 1,326 | 11,037 | 11,013 | |
| Corporate securities | 6,566 | 6,516 | 302 | 528 | 6,868 | 7,044 | |
| Covered bonds/asset-backed securities | 14,539 | 14,700 | 1,924 | 2,278 | 16,463 | 16,978 | |
| Participation rights | 28 | 16 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 19 | |
| Total | 32,330 | 32,101 | 3,284 | 4,275 | 35,614 | 36,376 | |
1) Loans and receivables due from governmental or quasi-governmental entities include securities of EUR 3,000 (2,585) million that are guaranteed by the Federal Republic of Germany, other EU states or German federal states
The item "Covered bonds/asset-backed securities" includes German covered bonds (Pfandbriefe) with a carrying amount of EUR 14,516 (14,676) million, which corresponds to 99 (99)%.
| Unrealised | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amortised cost | gains/losses | Fair value | |||||
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | ||
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Government debt securities | |||||||
| of EU member states | 564 | 578 | 32 | 46 | 596 | 624 | |
| US treasury notes | 746 | 825 | 20 | 28 | 766 | 853 | |
| Other foreign government debt securities | 54 | 57 | — | 1 | 54 | 58 | |
| Debt securities issued by | |||||||
| quasi-governmental entities 1) | 572 | 678 | 32 | 42 | 604 | 720 | |
| Corporate securities | 357 | 502 | 11 | 16 | 368 | 518 | |
| Covered bonds/asset-backed securities | 1,043 | 1,217 | 76 | 91 | 1,119 | 1,308 | |
| Total | 3,336 | 3,857 | 171 | 224 | 3,507 | 4,081 |
1) Debt securities issued by quasi-governmental entities include securities of EUR 134 (167) million that are guaranteed by the Federal Republic of Germany, other EU states or German federal states
The item "Covered bonds/asset-backed securities" includes German covered bonds (Pfandbriefe) with a carrying amount of EUR 1,041 (1,213) million, which corresponds to 99 (99)%.
| Unrealised | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amortised cost | gains/losses | Fair value | ||||||
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | |||
| Figures in EUR million | ||||||||
| Government debt securities of EU member states |
5,455 | 5,256 | 217 | 363 | 5,672 | 5,619 | ||
| US treasury notes | 1,533 | 1,294 | 15 | 40 | 1,548 | 1,334 | ||
| Other foreign government debt securities | 1,635 | 1,758 | –22 | 26 | 1,613 | 1,784 | ||
| Debt securities issued by quasi-governmental entities 1) |
6,927 | 7,121 | 306 | 523 | 7,233 | 7,644 | ||
| Corporate securities | 15,120 | 13,675 | 442 | 912 | 15,562 | 14,587 | ||
| Investment funds | 710 | 808 | 51 | 71 | 761 | 879 | ||
| Covered bonds/asset-backed securities | 7,269 | 7,104 | 583 | 680 | 7,852 | 7,784 | ||
| Participation rights | 400 | 445 | 7 | 4 | 407 | 449 | ||
| Total fixed-income securities | 39,049 | 37,461 | 1,599 | 2,619 | 40,648 | 40,080 | ||
| Equities | 392 | 423 | 158 | 164 | 550 | 587 | ||
| Investment funds | 613 | 558 | 77 | 73 | 690 | 631 | ||
| Participation rights | 39 | 39 | — | — | 39 | 39 | ||
| Total variable-yield securities | 1,044 | 1,020 | 235 | 237 | 1,279 | 1,257 | ||
| Total | 40,093 | 38,481 | 1,834 | 2,856 | 41,927 | 41,337 | ||
1) Debt securities issued by quasi-governmental entities include securities of EUR 2,817 (3,147) million that are guaranteed by the Federal Republic of Germany, other EU states or German federal states
The item "Covered bonds/asset-backed securities" includes German covered bonds (Pfandbriefe) with a carrying amount of
EUR 6,715 (6,827) million, which corresponds to 86 (88)%.
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Government debt securities of EU member states | 37 | 347 |
| Other foreign government debt securities | 155 | 195 |
| Debt securities issued by quasi-governmental entities 1) | 38 | 38 |
| Corporate securities | 498 | 480 |
| Investment funds | 113 | 104 |
| Covered bonds/asset-backed securities | 30 | 91 |
| Participation rights | 82 | 91 |
| Other | 19 | — |
| Total fixed-income securities | 972 | 1,346 |
| Investment funds (variable-yield securities) | 54 | 55 |
| Other variable-yield securities | 30 | 28 |
| Total financial assets classified at fair value through profit or loss | 1,056 | 1,429 |
| Government debt securities of EU member states | 9 | 15 |
| Other foreign government debt securities | — | — |
| Corporate securities | 3 | — |
| Other securities | 1 | 1 |
| Total fi xed-income securities | 13 | 16 |
| Investment funds (variable-yield securities) | 126 | 123 |
| Derivatives | 70 | 74 |
| Total fi nancial assets held for trading | 209 | 213 |
| Total | 1,265 | 1,642 |
1) Debt securities issued by quasi-governmental entities include securities of EUR 8 (8) million that are guaranteed by the Federal Republic of Germany, other EU states or German federal states
The item "Covered bonds/asset-backed securities" includes German covered bonds (Pfandbriefe) with a carrying amount of EUR 12 (11) million, which corresponds to 40 (12)%.
For the purposes of the disclosure requirements pursuant to IFRS 13 "Fair Value Measurement", fi nancial instruments that are recognised at fair value must be assigned to a three-level fair value hierarchy. The purpose of this requirement is, inter alia, to show how closely the data included in the determination of fair values relates to market inputs. The following classes of fi nancial instruments are aff ected: fi nancial assets available for sale; fi nancial assets at fair value through profi t or loss; other invested assets and investment contracts (fi nancial assets and fi nancial liabilities), insofar as they are recognised at fair value; negative market values under derivative fi nancial instruments; and hedging instruments (derivatives in connection with hedge accounting).
Finanical assets measured at fair value were assigned as follows:
The following table shows the carrying amounts of fi nancial assets measured at fair value, broken down according to the three levels of the fair value hierarchy:
| Book value of fi nancial instruments measured at fair value | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 1) | Book value 30.6.2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Financial assets measured at fair value | ||||
| Available for sale | ||||
| Fixed-income securities | 13,625 | 27,023 | — | 40,648 |
| Variable-yield securities | 760 | 68 | 451 | 1,279 |
| At fair value through profi t or loss | ||||
| Financial assets classifi ed at fair value through profi t or loss | 255 | 790 | 11 | 1,056 |
| Financial assets held for trading | 175 | 30 | 4 | 209 |
| Other invested assets | 3,596 | 86 | 1,185 | 4,867 |
| Other assets, derivative fi nancial instruments | — | 111 | — | 111 |
| Investment contracts | ||||
| Financial assets classifi ed at fair value through profi t or loss | 188 | 221 | 79 | 488 |
| Derivatives | — | 27 | 10 | 37 |
| Total financial assets measured at fair value | 18,599 | 28,356 | 1,740 | 48,695 |
| Financial liabilities measured at fair value | ||||
| Other liabilities (negative market values under derivative fi nancial instruments) | ||||
| Negative market values under derivatives | 1 | 74 | 102 | 177 |
| Negative market values under hedging instruments | — | 9 | — | 9 |
| Other liabilities (investment contracts) | ||||
| Financial instruments classifi ed at fair value through profi t or loss | 336 | 221 | 80 | 637 |
| Derivatives | — | 27 | 10 | 37 |
| Total financial liabilities measured at fair value | 337 | 331 | 192 | 860 |
1) Categorisation in Level 3 does not amount to a statement as to quality. No conclusions may be drawn as to the creditworthiness of the issuers
In the reporting period just ended, securities with a fair value of EUR 163 million that had been classifi ed as Level 1 fi nancial assets in the previous year were instead allocated to Level 2. In addition, we reclassifi ed securities with a fair value of EUR 53 million from Level 2 fi nancial assets to Level 1. The reclassifi cation required primarily as a consequence of the reduced liquidity of the instruments. Most reclassifi cations aff ect fi xed-income securities allocated to the category "Financial assets available for sale".
Allocation to the fair value hierarchy levels is reviewed at a minimum as at the end of a period. Transfers are shown as if they had taken place at the beginning of the fi nancial year.
The following table shows a reconciliation of the fi nancial instruments (hereinaft er, "FI") included in Level 3 at the beginning of the reporting period with the values as at the balance sheet date.
| Book value of fi nancial instruments measured at fair value |
FI available for sale/ variable yield securities |
FI classified at fair value through profit or loss |
FI held for trading |
Other invested assets |
Investment contracts/FI classified at fair value through profit or loss |
Investment contracts/ derivatives |
Total financial instruments measured at fair value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Book value as at 1.1.2013 | 369 | 31 | 3 | 1,179 | 114 | 18 | 1,714 |
| Income and expenses | |||||||
| recognised in the statement of income |
— | 1 | –1 | –5 | –31 | –3 | –39 |
| recognised directly in equity | 5 | — | — | –1 | — | — | 4 |
| Transfers to Level 3 | 301) | — | — | — | — | — | 30 |
| Transfers from Level 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Additions | 66 | 4 | 2 | 80 | 19 | 1 | 172 |
| Disposals | 20 | 25 | — | 73 | 17 | 5 | 140 |
| Exchange rate movements | 1 | — | — | 5 | –6 | –1 | –1 |
| Book value as at 30.6.2013 | 451 | 11 | 4 | 1,185 | 79 | 10 | 1,740 |
1) Measurement at net asset value
| Book value of fi nancial instruments measured at fair value |
Other liabilities/negative market values under derivatives |
Investment contracts/ FI classified at fair value through profit or loss |
Investment contracts/ derivatives |
Total financial liabilities measured at fair value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Book value as at 1.1.2013 | 103 | 115 | 18 | 236 |
| Income and expenses | ||||
| recognised in the statement of income |
— | 38 | — | 38 |
| recognised directly in equity | — | — | — | — |
| Transfers to Level 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Transfers from Level 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Additions | — | 83 | 3 | 86 |
| Disposals | 1 | 74 | 10 | 85 |
| Exchange rate movements | — | –6 | –1 | –7 |
| Book value as at 30.6.2013 | 102 | 80 | 10 | 192 |
As at the balance sheet date, there were no liabilities that had been issued with an inseparable third-party credit enhancement within the meaning of IFRS 13.98.
Income and expenses for the period that were recognised in the consolidated statement of income, including gains and losses on Level 3 assets and liabilities held in the portfolio at the end of the reporting period, are shown in the following table.
| Eff ect on results of Level 3 fi nancial instruments measured at fair value |
FI classified at fair value through profit or loss |
FI held for trading |
Other invested assets |
Investment contracts/FI classified at fair value through profit or loss |
Investment contracts/ derivatives |
Total financial instruments measured at fair value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||||
| Gains and losses in the 2013 fi nancial year |
||||||
| Income from investments | 1 | — | — | 81 | 4 | 86 |
| Investment expenses | — | –1 | –5 | –112 | –7 | –125 |
| thereof attributable to fi nancial instruments included in the portfolio at 30.6.2013 |
||||||
| Income from investments | — | — | — | 81 | 4 | 85 |
| Investment expenses | — | –1 | –5 | –112 | –7 | –125 |
| Eff ect on results of Level 3 fi nancial assets measured at fair value |
Other liabilities/ negative market values under derivatives |
Investment contracts/ FI classified at fair value through profit or loss |
Investment contracts/ derivatives |
Total financial instruments measured at fair value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||||
| Gains and losses in the 2013 fi nancial year |
||||
| Income from investments | — | 38 | — | 38 |
| Investment expenses | — | — | — | — |
| thereof attributable to fi nancial instruments included in the portfolio at 30.6.2013 |
||||
| Income from investments | — | 38 | — | 38 |
| Investment expenses | — | — | — | — |
The measurement process consists of using either publicly available prices on active markets or measurements with economically established models that are based on observable input factors in order to ascertain the fair value of fi nancial investments (Level 1 and Level 2 assets). For assets for which publicly available prices or observable market data are not available (Level 3 assets), measurements are primarily made on the basis of proven measurements prepared by independent professional experts (e.g. audited net asset value) that have been previously subjected to systematic plausibility checks. The organisational unit entrusted with measuring investments is independent from the organisational units that enter into investment risks, thus ensuring separation of functions and responsibilities. The measurement processes and methods are documented in full. Decisions on measurement questions are made by the Talanx measurement committee, which meets monthly.
We do not make use of the option of portfolio measurement within the meaning of IFRS 13.48.
Determination of fair value: Fair value essentially corresponds to the price that the Group would receive if it were to sell an asset or pay if it were to transfer a liability in a customary transaction between market participants on the measurement date. The fair value of securities is thus generally determined on the basis of current, publicly available, unadjusted market prices. Where prices are quoted on markets for fi nancial instruments, the bid price is used. Financial liabilities are measured at the asking price. In the case of securities for which no current market price is available, a valuation price is determined on the basis of current and observable market data using established mathematical fi nancial models. Such models are used principally for the measurement of unlisted securities.
The Group uses various measurement models for this purpose:
| Financial instrument | Pricing method | Parameter | Pricing model |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed-income securities | |||
| Unlisted plain vanilla bonds | Theoretical price | Interest rate curve | Present value method |
| Unlisted structured bonds | Theoretical price | Interest rate curve, volatility surfaces, correlations | Hull-White, Black-Karasinski, Libor market model, etc. |
| Unlisted annuity funds | Theoretical price | Audited NAV 1) | NAV method 1) |
| ABS/MBS for which no market prices are available |
Theoretical price | Prepayment speed, incurred losses, default probabilities, recovery rates |
Future cash-fl ow method, liquidation method |
| CDOs/CLOs, profi t-participation certifi cates |
Theoretical price | Risk premiums, default rates, recovery rates, redemptions | Present value method |
| Equities | |||
| Unlisted equities | Theoretical price | Acquisition cost, cash fl ows, EBIT multiples, carrying amount where applicable |
NAV method 1) |
| Other invested assets | |||
| Private equity | Theoretical price | Acquisition cost, cash fl ows, EBIT multiples, market values | NAV method 1) |
| Derivative financial instruments | |||
| Plain vanilla interest rate swaps | Theoretical price | Interest rate curve | Present value method |
| Currency forwards | Theoretical price | Interest rate curve, spot and forward rates | Interest parity model |
| OTC stock options, OTC stock-index options |
Theoretical price | Listing of the underlying share, implicit volatilities, money-market interest rate, dividend yield |
Black-Scholes |
| FX options | Theoretical price | Spot rates, exchange rates, implicit volatilities | Garman/Kohlhagen |
| Interest rate futures (forward purchases) |
Theoretical price | Interest rate curve | Present value method |
| Infl ation swaps | Theoretical price | Infl ation swap rates, historical index fi xings, interest rate curve, seasonal eff ects |
Present value method with seasonality adjustment |
| Swaptions | Theoretical price | Interest rate curve, implicit volatilities | Black76 |
| Insurance derivatives | Theoretical price | Market values, actuarial parameters, interest rate curve | Present value method |
1) NAV: net asset value
If Level 3 fi nancial assets are measured using models where the adoption of reasonable alternative inputs leads to a material change in fair value, IFRS 7 requires disclosure of the eff ects of these alternative assumptions. Of the Level 3 fi nancial assets with fair values of altogether EUR 1.9 (1.9) billion as at the balance sheet date, the Group generally measures fi nancial assets with a volume of EUR 1.6 (1.5) billion using the net asset value method, whereby alternative inputs within the meaning of the standard cannot reasonably be established. In addition, assets under investment contracts in the amount of EUR 90 (132) million are off set by liabilities under investment contracts in the same amount. Since assets and liabilities completely off set each other and trend similarly in value, we have elected to dispense with a scenario analysis. For the remaining Level 3 fi nancial assets with a volume of EUR 175 (144) million, the eff ects of alternative inputs and assumptions are immaterial.
The share capital of Talanx AG remains unchanged at EUR 316 million and is divided into 252,625,682 registered no-par value shares. The share capital is fully paid up. With regard to the composition of shareholders' equity, cf. "Consolidated statement of changes in shareholders' equity".
On 15 May 2012, the General Meeting resolved to conditionally increase share capital by up to EUR 78 million through the issuance of up to 62,400,000 new no-par value shares (conditional capital II). The conditional capital increase is designed to grant no-par value shares to bondholders, which, on the basis of the authorisation conferred on the Board of Management by virtue of a resolution adopted by the General Meeting on the same date, Talanx AG or a subordinate Group company will issue by 14 May 2017 in exchange for cash in satisfaction of the conditional conversion obligation. The amendment to the Talanx AG Articles of Association became eff ective upon its entry in the commercial register on 4 June 2012.
On 28 August 2012, the Extraordinary General Meeting resolved to conditionally increase share capital by up to EUR 26 million through the issuance of up to 20,800,000 new no-par value shares with a pro-rata amount of share capital of EUR 1.25 each (conditional capital III). The conditional capital increase is designed to grant no-par value shares to holders of convertible bonds, warrant bonds, participating bonds with conversion or warrant rights and profi t-sharing rights with conversion or warrant rights, which, on the basis of the aforementioned authorisation, Talanx AG or a subordinate Group company will issue by 27 August 2017 in exchange for cash in satisfaction of the conditional conversion obligation. The amendment to the Talanx AG Articles of Association became eff ective upon its entry in the commercial register on 5 September 2012.
On 29 September 2012, the Extraordinary General Meeting resolved to rescind the authorised capital under § 7 Para. 1 of the Talanx AG Articles of Association, as amended by the General Meeting on 21 November 2011, and to replace it with a new § 7 Para. 1, which authorises the Board of Management, subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, to increase share capital by 28 September 2017 in one or more tranches, but up to a total amount of EUR 146 million, through the issuance of new registered no-par values shares in exchange for cash or contribution in kind. Subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, shareholders may be precluded from exercising subscription rights for certain enumerated purposes connected with cash capital increases, provided the pro-rata amount of share capital attributable to the new shares does not exceed 10% of share capital. Subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, EUR 1 million of this may be used to issue employee shares. Subject to the approval of the Supervisory Board, the exercise of subscription rights may be precluded for contribution-in-kind capital increases if such exclusion is in the Company's predominant interest. The amendment became eff ective upon its entry in the commercial register on 1 October 2012. When the Greenshoe option was exercised on 8 October 2012, authorised capital was reduced to EUR 143 million in accordance with the Articles of Association.
On 6 May 2013, the General Meeting of Talanx AG resolved to distribute a dividend for the 2012 fi nancial year in the amount of EUR 1.05 per share, resulting in a total distribution of EUR 265 (0) million.
| Non-controlling interests in shareholders' equity | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Unrealised gains and losses from investments | 413 | 667 |
| Non-controlling interest in net income | 254 | 522 |
| Other shareholders' equity | 3,190 | 2,967 |
| Total | 3,857 | 4,156 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
"Non-controlling interests in shareholders' equity" refers principally to shares held by shareholders outside the Group in the shareholders' equity of the Hannover Re subgroup.
| Nominal | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| amount Coupon | Maturity | Rating 4) | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | ||
| Figures in EUR million |
Figures in EUR million |
Figures in EUR million |
||||
| 2005/no fi nal | ||||||
| Hannover Finance (Luxembourg) S. A. | 500 Fixed (5%), then fl oating rate | maturity | (a+; A) | 492 | 489 | |
| Hannover Finance (Luxembourg) S. A. | 500 Fixed (5.75%), then fl oating rate | 2010/2040 | (a+; A) | 498 | 498 | |
| Hannover Finance (Luxembourg) S. A. | 750 Fixed (5.75%), then fl oating rate | 2004/2024 | (a+; A) | 749 | 749 | |
| Hannover Finance (Luxembourg) S. A. | 500 Fixed (5%), then fl oating rate | 2012/2043 | (a+; A) | 497 | 497 | |
| HDI-Gerling Industrie Versicherung AG 1) | 142 Fixed (7%), then fl oating rate | 2004/2024 | (bbb+; A–) | 147 | 149 | |
| HDI Lebensversicherung AG (formerly HDI-Gerling Lebensversicherung AG) 2) |
110 Fixed (6.75%) | 2005/no fi nal maturity |
(—; A–) | 112 | 113 | |
| Talanx Finanz 3) | 113 Fixed (4.5%), then fl oating rate | 2005/2025 | (bbb; BBB) | 112 | 112 | |
| Talanx Finanz | 500 Fixed (8.37%), then fl oating rate | 2012/2042 | (—; BBB) | 500 | 500 | |
| Total | 3,107 | 3,107 | ||||
1) As at the balance sheet date, Group companies in addition held bonds with a nominal value of EUR 108 million (consolidated in the consolidated fi nancial statements) 2) As at the balance sheet date, Group companies in addition held bonds with a nominal value of EUR 50 million (of these EUR 10 million are consolidated in the consolidated
fi nancial statements, with the remaining EUR 40 million being blocked) 3) As at the balance sheet date, Group companies in addition held bonds with a nominal value of EUR 96 million (consolidated in the consolidated fi nancial statements)
4) (Debt rating A. M. Best; debt rating S&P)
With respect to other features, cf. the published 2012 Annual Report, p. 260.
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 1) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross | Re | Net | Gross | Re | Net | |
| Figures in EUR million | ||||||
| a. Unearned premium reserve | 6,663 | 874 | 5,789 | 5,440 | 521 | 4,919 |
| b. Benefi t reserve | 48,970 | 1,018 | 47,952 | 48,248 | 1,017 | 47,231 |
| c. Loss and loss adjustment expense reserve | 33,891 | 4,947 | 28,944 | 33,243 | 5,248 | 27,995 |
| d. Provision for premium refunds | 2,075 | 4 | 2,071 | 2,279 | 2 | 2,277 |
| e. Other technical provisions | 320 | 3 | 317 | 274 | 4 | 270 |
| Total | 91,919 | 6,846 | 85,073 | 89,484 | 6,792 | 82,692 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
Of the technical provisions where the investment risk is borne by policyholders in the amount of EUR 7,888 (7,451) million, EUR 212 (197) million is attributable to reinsurers.
As at the balance sheet date, the following issues were reported under this item:
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Talanx AG bank liability | 250 | 500 |
| Talanx AG notes payable | 565 | 9 |
| Mortgage loan of Hannover Re Real Estate Holdings, Inc., Orlando | 169 | 168 |
| Mortgage loan of HR GLL Central Europe GmbH & Co. KG, Munich | 51 | — |
| Total | 1,035 | 677 |
The bank liability is mainly related to follow-on funding to the credit line that was retired in July 2012. Talanx AG made use of two syndicated, fl oating-rate credit lines in an amount of EUR 250 million (nominal value: EUR 500 million and EUR 700 million, respectively). In addition, on 13 February 2013, Talanx AG placed senior unsecured bonds with a volume of EUR 750 million, of which EUR 185 million is held by Group companies. For the features of this bond issue, cf. the following table. The issue price amounted to 99.958%. In connection with the placement of these bonds, bearer bonds in the amount of EUR 9 million that had been scheduled to mature in July 2013 were redeemed by the issuer in advance. Interest expenses of EUR 10 (4) million resulting from these liabilities are recognised under the item "Financing costs".
| Nominal amount | Coupon | Maturity | Rating 1) | Issue | 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million |
Figures in EUR million |
Figures in EUR million |
|||||
| Talanx AG | 750 | Fixed (3.125%) | 2013/2023 | (—; A–) | These senior unsecured bonds have a fi xed term and may be called only for extraordinary reasons |
565 | — |
| Talanx AG | 9 | Fixed (5.43%) | 2003/2013 | (—; —) | These bearer bonds have a fi xed term and may be called only for extraordinary reasons |
— | 9 |
| Total | 565 | 9 | |||||
1) (Debt rating A. M. Best; debt rating S&P)
The book value of this item corresponds to amortised cost. In general, liquidity outfl ows take place annually in the amount of the interest payments until fi nal maturity.
Gross written premium includes the savings elements of premium from unit-linked life and annuity policies. These savings elements were eliminated from net premium earned.
| 6M 2013 1) | Industrial Lines |
Retail Germany |
Retail International |
Non-Life Reinsurance |
Life/Health Reinsurance |
Corporate Operations |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Gross written premium, including premium from unit-linked life and annuity insurance |
2,376 | 3,591 | 2,151 | 3,813 | 3,035 | — | 14,966 |
| Savings elements of premium from unit-linked life and annuity insurance |
— | 471 | 112 | — | — | — | 583 |
| Ceded written premium | 985 | 77 | 140 | 396 | 297 | 4 | 1,899 |
| Change in gross unearned premium | –605 | –329 | –117 | –276 | –17 | — | –1,344 |
| Change in ceded unearned premium | –287 | –10 | –28 | –34 | 1 | — | –358 |
| Net premium earned | 1,073 | 2,724 | 1,810 | 3,175 | 2,720 | –4 | 11,498 |
1) After elimination of internal transactions within the Group across segments
| 6M 2012 1) | Industrial Lines |
Retail Germany |
Retail International |
Non-Life Reinsurance |
Life/Health Reinsurance |
Corporate Operations |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Gross written premium, including premium from unit-linked life and annuity insurance |
2,217 | 3,485 | 1,334 | 3,843 | 2,703 | — | 13,582 |
| Savings elements of premium from unit-linked life and annuity insurance |
— | 436 | 74 | — | — | — | 510 |
| Ceded written premium | 886 | 64 | 106 | 391 | 278 | — | 1,725 |
| Change in gross unearned premium | –600 | –326 | –37 | –437 | 17 | — | –1,383 |
| Change in ceded unearned premium | –205 | –16 | –20 | –90 | 1 | — | –330 |
| Net premium earned | 936 | 2,675 | 1,137 | 3,105 | 2,441 | — | 10,294 |
1) After elimination of internal transactions within the Group across segments
| 6M 2013 1) | Industrial Lines |
Retail Germany |
Retail International |
Non-Life Reinsurance |
Life/Health Reinsurance |
Corporate Operations |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Income from real estate | 2 | 36 | 1 | 31 | — | — | 70 |
| Dividends 2) | 4 | 8 | 1 | 7 | — | 7 | 27 |
| Current interest income | 95 | 763 | 124 | 335 | 117 | 1 | 1,435 |
| Other income | 2 | 3 | — | 12 | 4 | — | 21 |
| Ordinary investment income | 103 | 810 | 126 | 385 | 121 | 8 | 1,553 |
| Appreciation | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Realised gains on investments | 20 | 138 | 43 | 70 | 23 | 70 | 364 |
| Unrealised gains on investments | 2 | 5 | 11 | 5 | 8 | — | 31 |
| Investment income | 125 | 953 | 180 | 460 | 152 | 78 | 1,948 |
| Realised losses on investments | 8 | 14 | 10 | 9 | 3 | — | 44 |
| Unrealised losses on investments | 5 | 8 | 16 | 43 | 6 | — | 78 |
| Total | 13 | 22 | 26 | 52 | 9 | — | 122 |
| Impairments/depreciation on investment property |
|||||||
| scheduled | 1 | 6 | 1 | 6 | — | — | 14 |
| unscheduled | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Impairments on equity securities | — | 5 | 5 | — | — | 1 | 11 |
| Impairments on fi xed-income securities | 3 | 3 | — | — | — | — | 6 |
| Impairments on participating interests | 1 | 2 | — | 2 | — | — | 5 |
| Expenses for the administration | |||||||
| of investments | 2 | 8 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 33 | 55 |
| Other expenses | 1 | 13 | 2 | 18 | 4 | — | 38 |
| Other investment expenses/ impairments |
8 | 37 | 10 | 34 | 6 | 34 | 129 |
| Investment expenses | 21 | 59 | 36 | 86 | 15 | 34 | 251 |
| Net income from assets under | |||||||
| own management | 104 | 894 | 144 | 374 | 137 | 44 | 1,697 |
| Profit on investment contracts | — | — | 4 | — | — | — | 4 |
| Interest income from funds withheld and contract deposits |
1 | — | — | 10 | 241 | — | 252 |
| Interest expense from funds withheld and contract deposits |
— | 8 | — | 2 | 66 | — | 76 |
| Income/expense from funds withheld | |||||||
| and contract deposits | 1 | –8 | — | 8 | 175 | — | 176 |
| Net investment income | 105 | 886 | 148 | 382 | 312 | 44 | 1,877 |
1) After elimination of internal transactions within the Group across segments
2) Income from investments in associated companies and joint ventures amounts to EUR 6 (4) million and is recognised under "Dividends"
| 6M 2012 1) | Industrial Lines |
Retail Germany |
Retail International |
Non-Life Reinsurance |
Life/Health Reinsurance |
Corporate Operations |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Income from real estate | 2 | 28 | 1 | 23 | — | — | 54 |
| Dividends 2) | 5 | 10 | 4 | 4 | — | 14 | 37 |
| Current interest income | 100 | 755 | 90 | 365 | 116 | 3 | 1,429 |
| Other income | 3 | 5 | — | 18 | 1 | — | 27 |
| Ordinary investment income | 110 | 798 | 95 | 410 | 117 | 17 | 1,547 |
| Appreciation | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Realised gains on investments | 12 | 75 | 25 | 64 | 17 | 3 | 196 |
| Unrealised gains on investments | 1 | 28 | 41 | 12 | 13 | — | 95 |
| Investment income | 123 | 901 | 161 | 487 | 147 | 20 | 1,839 |
| Realised losses on investments | 6 | 31 | 6 | 11 | 2 | — | 56 |
| Unrealised losses on investments | 3 | 5 | 21 | 20 | 3 | 1 | 53 |
| Total | 9 | 36 | 27 | 31 | 5 | 1 | 109 |
| Impairments/depreciation on investment property |
|||||||
| scheduled | 1 | 5 | — | 5 | — | — | 11 |
| unscheduled | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| Impairments on equity securities | — | 2 | 3 | — | 2 | — | 7 |
| Impairments on fi xed-income securities | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Impairments on other investments | — | — | — | 5 | — | — | 5 |
| Expenses for the administration of investments |
2 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 28 | 44 |
| Other expenses | 1 | 15 | 14 | 19 | 2 | 3 | 54 |
| Other investment expenses/ | |||||||
| impairments | 4 | 31 | 18 | 34 | 5 | 31 | 123 |
| Investment expenses | 13 | 67 | 45 | 65 | 10 | 32 | 232 |
| Net income from assets under own management |
110 | 834 | 116 | 422 | 137 | –12 | 1,607 |
| Profit on investment contracts | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2 |
| Interest income from funds withheld and contract deposits |
— | — | 1 | 10 | 212 | — | 223 |
| Interest expense from funds withheld and contract deposits |
1 | 13 | — | 4 | 66 | — | 84 |
| Income/expense from funds withheld and contract deposits |
–1 | –13 | 1 | 6 | 146 | — | 139 |
| Net investment income | 109 | 821 | 119 | 428 | 283 | –12 | 1,748 |
1) After elimination of internal transactions within the Group across segments
2) Income from investments in associated companies and joint ventures amounts to EUR 6 (4) million and is recognised under "Dividends"
Of impairments totalling EUR 22 (14) million, EUR 11 (7) million was attributable to equity securities and EUR 5 (5) million to private equity. Impairments on structured and other fi xed-income securities amounted to EUR 6 (0) million. In contrast to the comparable period, no impairments were taken on investment property (EUR 0 [2] million). On the other hand, there was slight appreciation of EUR 0.2 (1) million on investments that had been written down in previous periods.
For the credit risk associated with special life reinsurance contracts (ModCo), under which securities deposits are held by cedants on our behalf, we recognised a derivative (Life/Health Reinsurance segment) whose change in value in the reporting period gave rise to unrealised gains of EUR 1 (11) million, which were recognised as income. In 2010 we entered into infl ation swaps (Non-Life Reinsurance segment) to hedge a portion of the infl ation risks associated with our underwriting loss reserve, and in the year to date, this has given rise to unrealised losses of EUR 40 (–10) million, which were recognised as an expense. Pursuant to IAS 39, the changes in their market values are recognised as a derivative in the statement of income. From an economic standpoint, we expect that changes in these two balance sheet items will be neutral, meaning that any volatility that may be experienced in individual quarters will have no bearing on actual business performance.
Net income from the disposal of securities amounted to EUR 320 (140) million. This is attributable, inter alia, to the restructuring of fi xed-income securities across all segments in connection with ongoing portfolio management. In addition, Talanx AG sold a signifi cant part of its stake in Swiss Life Holding AG on the market, resulting in a gain on the disposal of EUR 70 million. In connection with this transaction, an additional EUR 28 million was recognised as a foreign exchange gain under "Other income/expenses".
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Investments in affiliated companies and participating interests | 2 | 2 |
| Loans and receivables | 754 | 684 |
| Held to maturity | 65 | 79 |
| Available for sale | ||
| Fixed-income securities | 780 | 700 |
| Variable-yield securities | 98 | 68 |
| At fair value through profi t or loss | ||
| Financial assets classifi ed at fair value through profi t or loss | ||
| Fixed-income securities | 18 | 52 |
| Variable-yield securities | –1 | –1 |
| Financial assets held for trading | ||
| Fixed-income securities | — | — |
| Variable-yield securities | 1 | –1 |
| Derivatives | –12 | 18 |
| Other invested assets, insofar as they are fi nancial assets | 49 | 52 |
| Other 1) | 36 | 52 |
| Assets under own management | 1,790 | 1,705 |
| Investment contracts investments/liabilities 2) | 4 | 2 |
| Funds withheld by ceding companies/funds withheld under reinsurance treaties | 176 | 139 |
| Total | 1,970 | 1,846 |
1) For the purposes of reconciliation with the consolidated statement of income, the item "Other" combines the gains on investment property, associated companies, joint ventures and derivative fi nancial instruments – insofar as the fair values are negative. Derivatives held for hedging purposes within the scope of hedge accounting are not included in the list if they do not relate to hedges in the area of investments
2) Includes income and expenses from the administration of investment contracts, which net out at EUR 18 million. Of income and expenses, –EUR 51 million/EUR 84 million is attributable to fi nancial assets at fair value through profi t or loss (assets/liabilities), –EUR 2 million to loans and receivables, and –EUR 39 million to other liabilities. In addition, amortisation of PVFP in the amount of –EUR 6 million is taken into consideration under expenses
Making allowance for "Expenses for assets under own management" in the amount of EUR 55 (44) million and for "Other expenses" in the amount of EUR 38 (54) million, "Net investment income" as at the balance sheet date amounted to EUR 1,877 (1,748) million.
| 6M 2013 1) | Industrial Lines |
Retail Germany |
Retail International |
Non-Life Reinsurance |
Life/Health Reinsurance |
Corporate Operations |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Gross | |||||||
| Claims and claims expenses paid | 1,200 | 1,745 | 937 | 1,628 | 2,399 | — | 7,909 |
| Change in loss and loss adjustment expense reserve |
88 | 18 | 118 | 755 | 109 | — | 1,088 |
| Change in benefi t reserve | — | 737 | 228 | — | 67 | — | 1,032 |
| Provision for premium refunds | 7 | 306 | 2 | — | — | — | 315 |
| Total | 1,295 | 2,806 | 1,285 | 2,383 | 2,575 | — | 10,344 |
| Reinsurers' share | |||||||
| Claims and claims expenses paid | 666 | 60 | 35 | 222 | 249 | — | 1,232 |
| Change in loss and loss adjustment expense reserve |
–215 | –2 | –7 | –58 | 30 | 2 | –250 |
| Change in benefi t reserve | — | –17 | –3 | — | 1 | — | –19 |
| Provision for premium refunds | 4 | — | 2 | — | — | — | 6 |
| Total | 455 | 41 | 27 | 164 | 280 | 2 | 969 |
| Net | |||||||
| Claims and claims expenses paid | 534 | 1,685 | 902 | 1,406 | 2,150 | — | 6,677 |
| Change in loss and loss adjustment expense reserve |
303 | 20 | 125 | 813 | 79 | –2 | 1,338 |
| Change in benefi t reserve | — | 754 | 231 | — | 66 | — | 1,051 |
| Provision for premium refunds | 3 | 306 | — | — | — | — | 309 |
| Total | 840 | 2,765 | 1,258 | 2,219 | 2,295 | –2 | 9,375 |
| 6M 2012 1) | Industrial Lines |
Retail Germany 2) |
Retail International 2) |
Non-Life Reinsurance |
Life/Health Reinsurance |
Corporate Operations |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Gross | |||||||
| Claims and claims expenses paid | 1,118 | 1,797 | 799 | 1,868 | 1,886 | — | 7,468 |
| Change in loss and loss adjustment | |||||||
| expense reserve | 134 | 3 | 52 | 532 | 247 | — | 968 |
| Change in benefi t reserve | –1 | 635 | –8 | — | 160 | — | 786 |
| Provision for premium refunds | 12 | 504 | 6 | — | — | — | 522 |
| Total | 1,263 | 2,939 | 849 | 2,400 | 2,293 | — | 9,744 |
| Reinsurers' share | |||||||
| Claims and claims expenses paid | 480 | 56 | 36 | 288 | 220 | — | 1,080 |
| Change in loss and loss adjustment | |||||||
| expense reserve | 118 | –7 | –2 | –100 | 8 | — | 17 |
| Change in benefi t reserve | — | –18 | –4 | — | 8 | — | –14 |
| Provision for premium refunds | — | — | 4 | — | — | — | 4 |
| Total | 598 | 31 | 34 | 188 | 236 | — | 1,087 |
| Net | |||||||
| Claims and claims expenses paid | 638 | 1,741 | 763 | 1,580 | 1,666 | — | 6,388 |
| Change in loss and loss adjustment | |||||||
| expense reserve | 16 | 10 | 54 | 632 | 239 | — | 951 |
| Change in benefi t reserve | –1 | 653 | –4 | — | 152 | — | 800 |
| Provision for premium refunds | 12 | 504 | 2 | — | — | — | 518 |
| Total | 665 | 2,908 | 815 | 2,212 | 2,057 | — | 8,657 |
1) After elimination of internal transactions within the Group across segments
2) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
| 6M 2013 1) | Industrial Lines |
Retail Germany |
Retail International 2) |
Non-Life Reinsurance |
Life/Health Reinsurance |
Corporate Operations |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | |||||||
| Gross | |||||||
| Acquisition costs and reinsurance commissions | 269 | 470 | 462 | 827 | 575 | — | 2,603 |
| Changes in deferred acquisition costs and changes in reserves for commissions |
–45 | –17 | –48 | –42 | — | — | –152 |
| Total acquisition costs | 224 | 453 | 414 | 785 | 575 | — | 2,451 |
| Administrative expenses | 127 | 156 | 94 | 94 | 78 | — | 549 |
| Total acquisition costs and administrative expenses |
351 | 609 | 508 | 879 | 653 | — | 3,000 |
| Reinsurers' share | |||||||
| Acquisition costs and reinsurance commissions | 158 | 8 | 27 | 67 | 53 | — | 313 |
| Changes in deferred acquisition costs and changes in reserves for commissions |
–25 | 3 | 1 | –5 | –19 | — | –45 |
| Total acquisition costs | 133 | 11 | 28 | 62 | 34 | — | 268 |
| Net | |||||||
| Acquisition costs and reinsurance commissions | 111 | 462 | 435 | 760 | 522 | — | 2,290 |
| Changes in deferred acquisition costs and changes in reserves for commissions |
–20 | –20 | –49 | –37 | 19 | — | –107 |
| Total acquisition costs | 91 | 442 | 386 | 723 | 541 | — | 2,183 |
| Administrative expenses | 127 | 156 | 94 | 94 | 78 | — | 549 |
| Total acquisition costs and administrative expenses |
218 | 598 | 480 | 817 | 619 | — | 2,732 |
| Figures in EUR million Gross Acquisition costs and reinsurance commissions 255 484 224 814 421 — Changes in deferred acquisition costs and changes in reserves for commissions –44 –178 26 –68 25 — Total acquisition costs 211 306 250 746 446 — Administrative expenses 107 144 75 86 71 — Total acquisition costs and administrative expenses 318 450 325 832 517 — Reinsurers' share Acquisition costs and reinsurance commissions 134 6 17 34 15 — Changes in deferred acquisition costs and changes in reserves for commissions –19 — 6 –5 4 — Total acquisition costs 115 6 23 29 19 — Net Acquisition costs and reinsurance commissions 121 478 207 780 406 — Changes in deferred acquisition costs and changes in reserves for commissions –25 –178 20 –63 21 — Total acquisition costs 96 300 227 717 427 — Administrative expenses 107 144 75 86 71 — Total acquisition costs and administrative expenses 203 444 302 803 498 — |
6M 2012 1) | Industrial Lines |
Retail Germany |
Retail International 2) |
Non-Life Reinsurance |
Life/Health Reinsurance |
Corporate Operations |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2,198 | ||||||||
| –239 | ||||||||
| 1,959 | ||||||||
| 483 | ||||||||
| 2,442 | ||||||||
| 206 | ||||||||
| –14 | ||||||||
| 192 | ||||||||
| 1,992 | ||||||||
| –225 | ||||||||
| 1,767 | ||||||||
| 483 | ||||||||
| 2,250 |
1) Presentation after elimination of intra-Group relations
2) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Other income | ||
| Foreign exchange gains | 147 | 83 |
| Income from services, rents and commissions | 114 | 120 |
| Reversals of impairments on receivables | 8 | 4 |
| Income from contracts recognised in accordance with the deposit accounting method | 40 | 28 |
| Income from the release of other non-technical provisions | 5 | 3 |
| Interest income | 16 | 21 |
| Sundry income | 64 | 62 |
| Total | 394 | 321 |
| Other expenses | ||
| Foreign exchange losses | 95 | 99 |
| Other interest expenses | 65 | 96 |
| Depreciation/amortisation and impairments | 66 | 47 |
| Expenses for the company as a whole | 134 | 124 |
| Expenses for personnel | 19 | 17 |
| Expenses for services and commissions | 45 | 74 |
| Other taxes | 27 | 18 |
| Expenses from restructuring provisions | 12 | 2 |
| Sundry expenses | 60 | 44 |
| Total | 523 | 521 |
| Other income/expenses | –129 | –200 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
"Other income/expenses" does not in general include personnel expenses of our insurance companies, insofar as these expenses are attributed according to functional units by means of cost object accounting and allocated to investment expenses, claims and claims expenses as well as acquisition costs and administrative expenses. In the same way, this also applies to depreciation/amortisation and impairments of intangible and other assets of our insurance companies.
"Other income/expenses" for the reporting period just ended does not contain any material income from the release of restructuring provisions.
The average number of staff employed throughout the reporting period can be broken down as follows:
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial Lines | 2,852 | 2,770 |
| Retail Germany | 5,112 | 5,335 |
| Retail International | 8,362 | 8,598 |
| Reinsurance companies | 2,351 | 2,263 |
| Corporate Operations | 2,771 | 2,588 |
| Total excluding apprentices and student trainees | 21,448 | 21,554 |
| Apprentices and student trainees | 491 | 493 |
| Total | 21,939 | 22,047 |
As at the balance sheet date, a total workforce of 20,537 (20,887) was employed by the Talanx Group. This fi gure refers to fulltime equivalents (FTEs).
Related entities within the Talanx Group consist of HDI Haft pfl ichtverband der Deutschen Industrie Versicherungsverein auf Gegenseitigkeit (HDI V. a. G.), which directly holds the majority of the shares of Talanx AG, all subsidiaries that are not consolidated on the grounds of materiality, as well as associated companies and joint ventures. In addition, there are the provident funds that pay benefi ts in favour of employees of Talanx AG or one of its related entities aft er termination of their employment.
Related individuals comprise members of the Board of Management and the Supervisory Board of Talanx AG and of HDI V. a. G.
Transactions between Talanx and its subsidiaries are eliminated on consolidation and hence not discussed in the Notes. On 10 May 2013, loans to HDI V. a. G. in the nominal amount of EUR 110 million were repaid early. In addition, HDI V. a. G. conducts primary insurance business in the form of co-insurance, with the lead insurance companies being HDI-Gerling Industrie Versicherung AG (HG-I) and HDI Versicherung AG (HV). Pursuant to the Articles of Association of HDI V. a. G., insurance business is split in the ratio 0.1% (HDI V. a. G.) to 99.9% (HG-I/HV). In addition, various transactions with HDI V. a. G. gave rise to liabilities of EUR 2 million. Furthermore, transactions with the subsidiaries HDI Direkt Service GmbH, Hannover, and HDI-Gerling Financial Service GmbH, Vienna, which are not consolidated on the grounds of materiality, generated expenses that were not consolidated. HDI-Gerling Financial Service GmbH provided services in this context for HDI Lebensversicherung AG, Cologne, based on a service contract in the fi elds of product management, accounting and controlling, marketing, application and contract management, and sales. Liabilities to the company amount to EUR 2 million. The services of HDI Direkt Service GmbH were largely provided to Talanx Service AG, Hannover, based on a service contract, including in connection with HR management. Receivables from HDI Versicherung AG amount to EUR 5 million.
Business relations with unconsolidated companies and with associated companies and joint ventures are of minor importance overall.
In addition, there are service contracts with a company in which a member of the Supervisory Board participates. During the reporting period, the company generated revenues under these contracts in the amount of EUR 0.5 million from Group companies.
In addition, there were no signifi cant changes in related-party disclosures in the course of the 2013 reporting period relative to the position as at 31 December 2012.
During the reporting period, there were no changes in the classifi cation of fi nancial assets attributable to a change in the purpose or use of these fi nancial assets.
In addition, as at the balance sheet date, the portfolio did not contain any other overdue, unadjusted securities, because overdue securities are written down immediately.
In September 2011, the Italian competition authorities imposed a fi ne of EUR 6 million on HG-I on the grounds of alleged cartel agreements in the Campania region. The company appealed against this ruling to the competent administrative court, which held in favour of the company in part. The fi ne was reduced to EUR 5 million. The company is reviewing whether to lodge a further appeal against the decision of the administrative court.
Apart from the aforesaid proceedings, there were no signifi cant court cases pending during the reporting period or as at the balance sheet date, with the exception of proceedings in connection with ordinary insurance and reinsurance business.
Earnings per share are calculated by dividing the Group profi t attributable to the shareholders of Talanx AG by the average number of shares outstanding. Dilutive eff ects, which have to be recognised separately when calculating earnings per share, were not present either as at the balance sheet date or in the previous year. In the future, earnings per share may be diluted as a result of the issuance of shares or subscription rights from conditional or authorised capital.
| 6M 2013 | 6M 2012 1) | Q2 2013 | Q2 2012 1) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income attributable to shareholders of Talanx AG for calculating earnings per share (figures in EUR million) |
407 | 353 | 204 | 147 |
| Weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding (in units) | 252,625,682 | 208,000,000 | 252,625,682 | 208,000,000 |
| Basic earnings per share (fi gures in EUR) | 1.61 | 1.69 | 0.81 | 0.71 |
| Diluted earnings per share (fi gures in EUR) | 1.61 | 1.69 | 0.81 | 0.71 |
1) Adjusted on the basis of IAS 8. Cf. "Accounting policies" section of the Notes, subsection "Changes in accounting policies and accounting errors"
As at the balance sheet date, the following contingent liabilities and other fi nancial commitments derived from contracts and memberships that had been entered into, as well as from taxes:
| 30.6.2013 | 31.12.2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Figures in EUR million | ||
| Trust accounts in the United States (Master Trust Funds, Supplement Trust Funds and Single Trust Funds) as security for technical liabilities to US cedants 1) |
3,450 | 3,417 |
| Sureties in the form of letters of credit furnished by various fi nancial institutions as security for technical liabilities | 3,265 | 3,407 |
| Guarantees for subordinated bonds issued: the guarantees cover the relevant bond volumes as well as interest due | 2,862 | 2,862 |
| Blocked custody accounts and other trust accounts as collateral in favour of reinsurers and cedants; generally outside the US 1) |
2,493 | 2,392 |
| Outstanding capital commitments with respect to existing investment exposures: the commitments primarily involve private equity funds and venture capital fi rms in the form of partnerships |
933 | 1,010 |
| Commitments arising out of rental/lease agreements 2) | 488 | 488 |
| Funding commitments and contribution payments pursuant to §§124 et seqq. of the Insurance Supervision Act (VAG) as a member of the Security Fund for Life Insurers |
406 | 409 |
| Collateral for liabilities to various fi nancial institutions in connection with participating interests in real estate companies and real estate transactions |
340 | 288 |
| Commitments based on service agreements – primarily in connection with IT outsourcing contracts | 269 | 270 |
| Assets in blocked custody accounts as collateral for existing derivative transactions: we have received collateral with a fair value of EUR 0,2 (9) million for existing derivative transactions 3) |
67 | 84 |
| Other commitments | 62 | 60 |
| Total | 14,635 | 14,687 |
1) Securities held in the trust accounts are predominantly recognised as "Financial assets available for sale" in the portfolio of investments.
The amount stated refers primarily to fair value/carrying amount 2) Fresh data is collected only at year-end
3) The amount stated refers primarily to fair value/carrying amount
The amounts stated in the table are nominal amounts.
As guarantor institutions for Gerling Versorgungskasse VVaG, various Group companies are liable pro rata for any defi cits that may be incurred by Gerling Versorgungskasse.
Several Group companies are members of the Association for the Reinsurance of Pharmaceutical Risks (Pharma-Rück versicherungs gemeinschaft ), the Association for the Insurance of German Nuclear Reactors (Deutsche Kernreaktor-Versicherungsgemeinschaft ) and the traffi c accident pool Verkehrsopferhilfe e. V. In the event of one of the other pool members failing to meet its liabilities, an obligation exists to take over such other member's share within the framework of the quota participation.
Within the scope of its regular activities, our subsidiary Hannover Rück SE enters into contingent commitments. A number of reinsurance contracts between Group companies and external third parties contain letters of comfort, guarantees or novation agreements under which, if certain sets of circumstances occur, Hannover Rück SE will guarantee the liabilities of the relevant subsidiary or assume its rights and obligations under the contracts.
On 29 June 2012, Talanx International AG entered into a concert party agreement with Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company and Getin Holding S. A., which forms the legal basis for excluding the minority shareholders of TU Europa and assigning their 5.48% shareholding in TU Europa to Meiji Yasuda in exchange for a settlement payment of PLN 193 per share. Under this concert party agreement, Talanx International AG undertook to assume joint and several liability with Meiji Yasuda for Getin Holding's liability for losses, liabilities, costs and expenses arising from the conclusion or implementation of the concert party agreement and to indemnify Getin Holding in the event of claims by third parties. Claims against Getin Holding S. A. would be conceivable in particular if minority shareholders were to take legal action regarding the adequacy of the cash settlement. The statutory prescription period for asserting any such claim is up to ten years aft er payment of the cash settlement. There is in principle no limitation on the amount that could be claimed against Getin Holding S. A. As a result of fi rm rules under Polish securities law regarding the calculation of a cash settlement for a listed stock corporation – which require that a cash settlement must generally correspond to the average market price over the last three or six months, as the case may be – the Board of Management at present believes that there is little likelihood of a claim being made against Getin Holding S. A. by minority shareholders of TU Europa and, consequently, of Talanx International AG having to assume liability or provide indemnifi cation under the terms of the concert party agreement. The exclusion of the minority shareholders through assignment of their shares to Meiji Yasuda and the payment of the cash settlement were eff ected on 25 July 2012. In accordance with a resolution adopted by the general meeting of TU Europa, TU Europa was delisted eff ective 23 October 2012.
The application of tax regulations may be unresolved when the tax items are brought to account. In calculating tax refund claims and tax liabilities, we have adopted the application that we believe to be most probable. However, the revenue authorities may come to diff erent views, which could give rise to additional tax liabilities in the future.
In connection with the initial public off ering, Talanx AG committed under the underwriting agreement dated 19 September 2012 to indemnify all banks involved in the IPO against any liability arising from it. In this regard, it provided customary guarantees and assurances. As things currently stand, it does not believe that any claims will be made under this agreement.
In connection with the placement of an unsecured senior bond, Talanx AG provided customary guarantees and assurances to all of the banks associated with the placement pursuant to a subscription agreement dated 11 February 2013. As things currently stand, Talanx AG does not believe that any claims will be made under this agreement.
The Group anticipates that claims will be made in connection with various loss events that occurred in the third quarter prior to preparation of the half-yearly fi nancial report. However, these are not expected to exceed the amount of expenses for major losses estimated for the third quarter.
The integration of our Polish companies is proceeding on schedule. In this regard, we merged HDI-Gerling Życie into TUiR WARTA S. A. in late July. As a result, our interest in TUiR WARTA increased slightly to 75.74%. In late 2013, HDI-Gerling Życie will be merged as planned with the Polish company TUnŻ WARTA S. A.
Drawn up and released for publication in Hannover, 7 August 2013.
Hannover, 7 August 2013
Board of Management
Herbert K. Haas, Chairman
Dr. Christian Hinsch, Deputy Chairman
Torsten Leue
Dr. Thomas Noth
Dr. Immo Querner Ulrich Wallin Dr. Heinz-Peter Roß
To the best of our knowledge, and in accordance with the applicable accounting principles for interim reporting, the consolidated interim fi nancial statements present a true and accurate view of the assets, fi nancial position and net income of the Group, and the Group interim Management Report presents a true and accurate view of the Group's performance, results and position, together with a description of the material opportunities and risks associated with the future development of the Group over the remainder of the fi nancial year.
Hannover, 7 August 2013
Board of Management
Herbert K. Haas, Chairman
Dr. Christian Hinsch, Deputy Chairman
Torsten Leue
Dr. Thomas Noth
Dr. Immo Querner Ulrich Wallin Dr. Heinz-Peter Roß
We have reviewed the condensed Group interim fi nancial statements – consisting of the consolidated balance sheet, consolidated statement of income, consolidated statement of comprehensive income, consolidated statement of changes in shareholders' equity, consolidated cash fl ow statement, and select Notes – and the Group interim Management Report of Talanx AG, Hannover, for the period from 1 January to 30 June 2013, which are the components of the half-yearly fi nancial report required under § 37w of the German Securities Trading Act (WpHG). The preparation of both the condensed Group interim fi nancial statements in accordance with the IFRS rules for interim fi nancial reporting, in the form adopted for use in the EU, and the Group interim Management Report in accordance with the provisions of the WpHG applicable to group interim management reports is the responsibility of the company's legal representatives. Our responsibility is to issue a report on the condensed Group interim fi nancial statements and Group interim Management Report based on our review.
We conducted our review of the condensed Group interim fi nancial statements and Group interim Management Report in accordance with generally accepted German standards for the review of fi nancial statements promulgated by the Institute of Public Auditors in Germany (IDW). Those standards require that we plan and perform the review such that, aft er a critical assessment, we are able to rule out with fair degree of certainty that, in material respects, the condensed Group interim fi nancial statements were not prepared in accordance with the IFRS rules for interim fi nancial reporting, in the form adopted for use in the EU, and that, in material respects, the Group interim Management Report was not prepared in accordance with the provisions of the WpHG applicable to group interim management reports. A review is essentially limited to questioning company employees and making analytical evaluations. It therefore does not off er the certainty that can be achieved by an audit of the fi nancial statements. Since we were not asked to audit the fi nancial statements, we cannot provide an auditor's opinion.
Based on our review, we did not learn of any circumstances that give us reason to assume that, in material respects, the condensed Group interim fi nancial statements were not prepared in accordance with the IFRS rules for interim fi nancial reporting, in the form adopted for use in the EU, or that, in material respects, the Group interim Management Report was not prepared in accordance with the provisions of the WpHG applicable to group interim management reports.
Hannover, 8 August 2013
KPMG AG Wirtschaft sprüfungsgesellschaft
Husch Stiede Wirtschaft sprüfer Wirtschaft sprüfer
(German public auditor) (German public auditor)
Riethorst 2 30659 Hannover Germany Telephone +49 511 3747-0 Telefax +49 511 3747-2525 [email protected] www.talanx.com
Andreas Krosta Telephone +49 511 3747-2020 Telefax +49 511 3747-2025 [email protected]
Dr. Wolfram Schmitt Telephone +49 511 3747-2185 Telefax +49 511 3747-2286 [email protected]
This is a translation of the original German text; the German version shall be authoritative in case of any discrepancies in the translation.
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