Medibank Private has announced a significant increase in half-year net profit, showcasing positive growth for the private health insurer.
Financial Performance
- Net Profit: The net profit for the six months through December doubled to AUD 343.2 million, a substantial rise from the previous year's figure.
- Revenue: Revenue for the first half increased by 12% to AUD 4 billion, demonstrating solid financial performance.
Increase in Policyholders
- Resident Policyholders: Over the 12 months through December, Medibank reported an increase of almost 13,000 resident policyholders.
- Brand Performance: While there was a slight decline of 0.3% in the Medibank brand, the Ahm brand showed strong growth of 3.4%.
Strategic Outlook
- Investment Income: The company saw a significant increase in investment income, rising by almost 50% to AUD 83.6 million.
- Cybercrime Costs: Despite facing non-recurring costs of AUD 17.6 million due to a cybercrime event in 2022, Medibank remains optimistic about managing such incidents.
- Financial Guidance: Medibank reaffirmed its guidance for non-recurring cybercrime costs and introduced new guidance for management expenses for FY 2024.
Dividend Declaration
- Interim Dividend: Directors declared an interim dividend of 7.20 Australian cents per share, indicating positive returns for shareholders.
Overall, Medibank's strong financial results and strategic initiatives position the company for continued growth and success in the health insurance sector.
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