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FBD Group (FBD)

Irish property and casualty insurance group

fbdgroup.com

Headquarters: Dublin, Ireland
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 900–1,000
Industry: Property & Casualty Insurance

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Latest news about FBD Group (FBD)

In short: FBD saw pre-tax profits rise over 150% to €43 million in the first half of 2026 and approved a special dividend of nearly €27 million.

Company announcements

August 7 FBD

FBD reports strong first half 2026 financial results

Gross written premium rose 4 percent to €258m while the combined operating ratio improved to 85.3 percent.

May 7 FBD

FBD announces results of Annual General Meeting

All resolutions were duly passed by the requisite majorities on a show of hands.

May 7 FBD

FBD reports 5% GWP growth

Underwriting solid, claims in line, positive investment returns, strong capital, reaffirms low 90s COR for 2026.

March 10 FBD

FBD announces strong full year performance for 2025

Results reflect business resilience, customer-focused strategy, and employee efforts. Full announcement available on Investor Relations page.

Media coverage

September 11 Irish Farmers Journal

Farmer Business Developments' share price surges in first sale in three years

The trading scheme for Farmer Business Development shares which closed on 10 September saw a huge uplift in the value of the company's shares when...

August 7 The Irish Independent

FBD warns high-tech car repairs driving up write-offs and motor claim costs

In a new financial report covering the six months to June 30, FBD said "motor accidental damage claim severity increased during the first half of...

August 7 Irish Examiner

FBD pre-tax profits soar over 150% as expenses drop

Overall average premiums increased by 3.4% compared to the same period last year, comprising a 2.5% increase relating to increased liability and property coverage...

August 6 The Irish Times

FBD board approves €26.9m special dividend as 'improved weather' drives claims expense lower

FBD, Ireland's only indigenous general insurer, has approved an almost €27 million special dividend, which will be paid to shareholders later this year after a...

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