FY2015 results were broadly as we forecast in terms of PBT and dividend but the reserve release was a surprise - with negative implications for underlying margins, reflecting soft rates. Our PBT forecasts for 2016/17E are broadly unchanged but we ease back the dividend as we noted a more cautious tone from the group on capital preservation/return. However, we still see an above average yield which also helps the ROE, Allowing Lancashire to deliver decent bottom cycle returns. We move back to

18 Feb 2016
FY in-line with expectations

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FY in-line with expectations
Lancashire Holdings Limited (LRE:LON) | 594 -17.8 (-0.5%) | Mkt Cap: 1,449m
- Published:
18 Feb 2016 -
Author:
Joanna Parsons -
Pages:
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FY2015 results were broadly as we forecast in terms of PBT and dividend but the reserve release was a surprise - with negative implications for underlying margins, reflecting soft rates. Our PBT forecasts for 2016/17E are broadly unchanged but we ease back the dividend as we noted a more cautious tone from the group on capital preservation/return. However, we still see an above average yield which also helps the ROE, Allowing Lancashire to deliver decent bottom cycle returns. We move back to