Talanx AG

Talanx AG reported record first-half 2026 net income of EUR1.5 billion, up 9% year-over-year, and raised its full-year guidance to significantly above EUR2.7 billion. Insurance revenue was stable in euro terms and grew 3% on a currency-adjusted basis, while return on equity reached 21.5%. Primary insurance net income rose 12% to EUR780 million, reinsurance net income increased 7% to slightly above EUR700 million, and the group's solvency ratio stood at 246%. The company booked EUR1.4 billion for large losses against reported losses of EUR942 million, creating a EUR474 million buffer that contributed EUR265 million to net income. Management cited record results in all four segments and a benign large-loss environment as key drivers, while cautioning that the second half is typically weaker and the hurricane season remains a risk.