IGI increases its repurchase authorisation to 7.5 Million common shares
International General Insurance Holdings Ltd. (“IGI” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: IGIC) announced (12 June 2024) that its Board of Directors has increased the Company’s existing share repurchase authorization to 7.5 million shares of its issued and outstanding common stock. This represents an increase of 2.5 million common shares to its prior 5 million common share authorization which was announced in May 2022.
As of the close of the US financial markets on June 10, 2024, the Company had 475,203 shares remaining under the 5 million share repurchase authorization, and with the increase of 2.5 million shares, now has a total of 2,975,203 common shares remaining under the 7.5 million common share repurchase authorization.
Repurchases, which are subject to market conditions, other business considerations and applicable legal requirements, may be made at prevailing prices in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions, block trades, or other transactions. The timing and actual number of shares to be repurchased will depend on a variety of factors, including the factors described below under “Forward-Looking Statements”.
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About IGI
Established in 2001, International General Insurance (IGI) is a global privately-owned specialist commercial insurer and reinsurer. Our vision is to be the company of choice for clients and brokers through market-leading service and our reputation for stable management and capital security.
A diverse and highly experienced team of underwriters operates our office in London. We also have offices in Dubai, Amman, Casablanca and Kuala Lumpur.
Our diverse portfolio of specialty lines includes Energy, Property, Construction & Engineering, Ports & Terminals, Financial Institutions, Aviation, Professional Indemnity, Political Violence, Legal Expenses, D&O, Casualty, Forestry and Treaty Reinsurance.
Standard and Poor’s upgraded our financial strength rating to “A- “, with a Stable outlook. A.M. Best rated the company A- (Excellent), with a Positive outlook, stating, “the revised outlook reflects IGI’s consistent record of very strong operating performance and the continuous improvement in its enterprise risk management framework.”
We take pride in providing proactive claims management, coupled with open communication, leading to the efficient handling of claims. We endeavour to act fairly and honourably in our relations with clients and brokers.