2018 Key highlights
Expanding our global footprint
Throughout 2018, Swiss Re took steps to strengthen its position in Asia in particular. In January, it launched its regional headquarters in Singapore and appointed a new regional Board of Directors.
Net income
(USD millions)
Shareholders’ equity
(USD millions)
Net premiums and fees earned by business segment, 2018
Total: USD 34.5 billion
Seeking out new risk pools
In 2018, Swiss Re explored new potential risk pools, including research into new financial risks, algorithmic risk to business processing and various emerging cyber risks.
Strengthens commitment to promoting sustainability
Swiss Re continued and deepened its commitment to implementing policies that minimise sustainability risks. As of July 2018, the company ceased providing re/insurance to businesses with more than 30% exposure to thermal coal across all lines of business.
Proposed regular dividend per share for 2018
(CHF)
5.60
(CHF 5.00 for 2017)