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Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17

Business Segments · Other Underwriting Expense

International Insurance — Other Underwriting Expense

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2017Feb 23, 2018

How to read this metric

Lower underwriting expenses relative to premiums earned indicate higher underwriting efficiency.

Detailed definition

This metric encompasses underwriting-related costs for the International Insurance segment that are not categorized as d...

Peer comparison

Standard metric for evaluating the cost of doing business in insurance segments.

Metric ID: mkl_segment_international_insurance_other_underwriting_expense

Frequently Asked Questions

What does international insurance — other underwriting expense mean?
The costs associated with acquiring and maintaining insurance policies in the International Insurance segment, excluding claims.