Consolidation · Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost Amortization Expense
Operating Segments — Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost Amortization Expense
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
How to read this metric
High amortization relative to premiums may indicate high acquisition costs or shorter policy durations, impacting short-term profitability.
Detailed definition
This represents the expense recognized as the company amortizes the costs incurred to acquire new insurance policies, su...
Peer comparison
Standard metric for insurance companies under GAAP accounting.
Metric ID:
hig_segment_operating_segments_deferred_policy_acquisition_cost_amortization_expenseSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — deferred policy acquisition cost amortization expense mean?
- The expense recognized for the cost of acquiring new insurance policies over their duration.